Port Phillip Develops Integrated Transport Strategy for Albert Park Access

The City of Port Phillip is developing an Integrated Transport Strategy focused on pedestrian and cyclist safety, connectivity, and public transport access in Albert Park. The Albert Park Draft Master Plan proposes reducing all speed limits within the Reserve to 40 km/h while investigating reductions in non-Reserve vehicle traffic through the park. These measures directly affect residents who travel through or around the Reserve for daily movement.

Current Infrastructure Serving Residents

Albert Park is serviced by a broad cycling network, four tram lines, bus stops, and the new Anzac underground railway station. Council supports creating a wide, separated pedestrian and cyclist path along Albert Road to connect the Reserve to the new Anzac Station. Roads and car parking infrastructure currently comprise approximately 5% of Albert Park's total area. These existing elements shape how local residents reach jobs, services, and public transport options each day.

Implications for Daily Community Movement

Lower speed limits and new separated paths are expected to change how residents cross and use the Reserve. The proposed path along Albert Road aims to link the Reserve directly to Anzac Station, altering routes for those combining walking or cycling with rail travel. Reduced non-Reserve vehicle traffic is projected to affect access patterns for people who drive through the area for work or errands. The strategy addresses connectivity between the Reserve and surrounding transport services used by local households.

Further steps involve continued review of the Integrated Transport Strategy and the Albert Park Draft Master Plan by the City of Port Phillip. Implementation details will be determined through the existing planning processes outlined in the documents.