From The Desk of James Wallace | Member For Hornsby
We love the Metro. But getting to and from Cherrybrook Metro Station is a challenge.
Earlier this year, I launched a petition calling for improved access to the Metro Station. More than 1300 locals have got involved and signed the petition.
Following the overwhelming response to that petition, I committed to making a submission to Transport for NSW making the case for improved bus services to the Metro.
Since I last updated you about this issue, I have now made that submission and I’m looking forward to receiving the Department’s response.
The submission sets out the problems with access to the Cherrybrook Metro and proposed solutions, including the creation of new bus services and changes to existing ones. The solutions I proposed were to:
• Establish a new bus service east of Shepherds Dr to directly connect to the Metro without having to loop around Purchase Road.
• Establish a new bus service that directly connects residents on Jenner Rd and James Henty Dr with the Metro Station (replicating some of the stops of the 635) and loops back via David Road.
• Add a new stop along the 600 Bus route at Cherrybrook Metro Station. The 600 Bus route narrowly bypasses the Cherrybrook Metro and a small change would significantly improve access.
• Increase frequency of all existing services to the Metro Station during peak times.
• Improve connectivity from local retirement villages to the Metro Station.
I recognise that poor bus services to the Cherrybrook Metro are only part of the problem. I’m also continuing to push for improved parking access to the Metro.
