Urgent Call for Life-Saving Upgrades to Railway Crossings in Regional NSW

Bathurst Member of Parliament, Paul Toole MP, is urging immediate action from both the Federal and NSW Labor Governments to implement significant upgrades to railway crossings across New South Wales (NSW).

Toole emphasises that these upgrades are essential for enhancing railway crossing safety in regional areas and reducing the occurrence of serious and fatal accidents, which have a profound impact on local communities.

The proposed upgrades entail the installation of state-of-the-art technology and safety equipment, including retro-reflective boom gates, audible warning devices, updated signage, and LED flashing lights to improve visibility for motorists approaching railway crossings.

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Highlighting the severity of the issue, Toole reveals that over the past 13 years, there have been more than 80 collisions involving trains and vehicles at level crossings in NSW alone. He stresses that addressing this matter should be a top priority for the government.

Paul Toole MP is urging immediate action for significant upgrades to railway crossings across NSW.

According to Toole, it is imperative for both the NSW and Federal Labor Governments to allocate adequate resources to improve railway crossings across regional areas to prevent further tragedies.

Asserting the urgency of the situation, Toole emphasises that outdated infrastructure, limited visibility, and obsolete signalling systems contribute to an elevated risk of accidents and disruptions for motorists and pedestrians alike. He underscores that action must be taken promptly to rectify these shortcomings and ensure the safety of all road users.

Echoing Toole’s sentiments, local truck drivers, including Martin Morris, owner of Morris Haulage, express their concerns about the inadequate safety measures at level crossings in Western NSW. Morris highlights the need for urgent upgrades to ensure the safety of all travellers navigating these crossings.

In conclusion, Toole urges immediate collaboration between government entities to prioritise and implement life-saving upgrades to railway crossings across regional NSW, emphasising the critical importance of ensuring safe passage for all road users.

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