Local Transport Forum - 15 Jun 2026 11:00 AM

Topics

• Council backs modified Lilyfield Road cycleway plans amid resident traffic concerns
  Council reaffirmed the Lilyfield Road cycleway but acknowledged traffic concerns and promised further advocacy to TfNSW.
  The project affects school-area traffic, local parking, trees and the final street design residents will live with.
• Newtown raised thresholds amended after TfNSW rejects original design
  Council approved a revised traffic-calming design for Wells Street and adjoining streets after TfNSW opposed the raised thresholds.
  The change affects road safety, drainage concerns and how traffic is slowed through the intersection.
• Stanmore crossing approved with signage and speed cushion changes
  A new at-grade pedestrian and cyclist crossing in Stanmore was approved, but Council had to alter signage and remove a speed cushion after TfNSW input.
  Residents will see a real change to local street layout and crossing safety, with standards compliance shaping the final design.

Decisions

• Lilyfield Road cycleway resolution reaffirmed with consultation and tree protections
  Council reaffirmed its commitment to deliver a safe cycleway on Lilyfield Road. The resolution notes community consultation was undertaken, resident feedback was considered in design, traffic impacts from removing the slip lane were acknowledged, and Council will advocate to TfNSW on traffic signal efficiency. Tree and green verge protection was also guaranteed where feasible, with replacement planting required nearby if removals are unavoidable.
  Residents along Lilyfield Road and nearby school precincts will see the cycleway progress continue, with further consultation on design changes and commitments to protect trees and manage traffic impacts.
• Wells Street and Commodore Street / John Street raised thresholds approved with design changes
  Detailed design Plan No. 10394 for two raised asphalt thresholds in Newtown was approved, but only after amendments to replace the raised thresholds with at-grade thresholds, remove piano keys, and remove speed hump warning signs. TfNSW advised it did not support the proposed raised thresholds and preferred an at-grade flush stamped asphalt treatment.
  Newtown residents should expect a modified traffic-calming design rather than the originally proposed raised thresholds, which may affect vehicle noise, drainage and local traffic movement.
• Liberty Street at Railway Avenue pedestrian and cyclist crossing approved with signage and marking changes
  Detailed design Plan No. 10381 for an at-grade pedestrian and cyclist crossing in Stanmore was approved subject to replacing the proposed 'CYCLIST' signs with W8-32 signs and removing the speed cushion on the southbound lane. TfNSW also advised Council to follow AS 1742 line-marking requirements for consistency.
  Stanmore residents and road users will get a safer crossing treatment, but with changes to signage and removal of the southbound speed cushion.
• Smith Street, Summer Hill raised pedestrian crossings approved with parking loss
  The proposed raised pedestrian crossings, kerb extension and landscaped kerb blister islands in Smith Street, Summer Hill were approved, and the existing School Children’s Crossing will be removed. The proposal results in a net loss of one on-street parking space.
  Summer Hill residents, school users and drivers will see improved pedestrian safety, but with reduced parking and a change to the current school crossing arrangement.
• Eaton Street at Gladstone Street crossing narrowed after TfNSW feedback
  Detailed design Plan No. 10387 for a raised pedestrian crossing and kerb works in Eaton Street was approved subject to narrowing the crossing and modifying the landscaped kerb blister islands. The revised crossing width was reduced from 4.8m to 4.2m after TfNSW requested a narrower design.
  Residents in the immediate area will see a revised crossing layout that is intended to improve safety while still allowing truck turning movements.
• Resident parking restrictions approved for James Street, Leichhardt
  The forum approved 2P 8am–10pm, Mon-Fri, Permit Holders Excepted, Area L1 parking restrictions on both sides of James Street between Darley Road and William Street, and between William Street and Allen Street.
  Leichhardt residents should benefit from better parking availability, with commuter and business parking pressure reduced in the affected streets.

Discussion

• TfNSW involvement in local road design
  Multiple items relied on TfNSW advice, including support for at-grade treatments, line-marking standards, and review of speed limit reduction proposals.
  Residents may see design changes where state road standards or TfNSW views affect what Council can implement.
• Traffic impacts near school precincts
  Council acknowledged concerns about queueing and vehicle movements around the school precinct on Lilyfield Road after slip lane removal.
  Families and school communities are likely to be most affected by changes to intersection layout and traffic flow.

Impacts

• Changed traffic layouts and crossings in Newtown, Stanmore, Summer Hill and Eaton Street areas
• Potentially improved safety for pedestrians and cyclists through new or amended crossing designs
• Loss of some on-street parking in Summer Hill and parking restrictions in Leichhardt
• Ongoing consultation or design refinement for Lilyfield Road and associated traffic impacts
• Tree and verge protection commitments on the Lilyfield Road project

Places

• Lilyfield Road (road/project corridor)
  Cycleway and traffic resolution reaffirmed by Council
• Newtown (suburb)
  Wells Street, Commodore Street and John Street design changes
• Wells Street (street)
  Raised thresholds design approved with modifications
• Commodore Street (street)
  Intersection works with Wells Street
• John Street (street)
  Intersection works with Wells Street
• Stanmore (suburb)
  Liberty Street at Railway Avenue crossing
• Summer Hill (suburb)
  Smith Street raised pedestrian crossings
• Leichhardt (suburb)
  Resident parking scheme on James Street

Next

• Advocate to TfNSW on intersection efficiency and traffic impacts for the Lilyfield Road project
  As the project progresses
• Undertake local consultation if detailed design amendments are needed for Lilyfield Road
  During detailed design phase, if required
• Implement the approved crossing and parking designs subject to amended plans and signage changes
  Following final design and works programming
• Distribute community letters about any proposed Leichhardt speed limit changes
  Within the next month

Extract

Local Transport Forum Meeting 15 June 2026 1 Minutes of Meeting Meeting commenced at 11:00 AM ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY BY CHAIRPERSON I acknowledge the Gadigal and Wangal people of the Eora nation on whose country we are meeting today, and their elders past and present. COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT Clr Victor Macri Councillor – Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward (Chair) Clr Liz Atkins Councillor – Damun - Stanmore Ward Rebecca Fernandez Representative for Kobi Shetty, Member for Balmain Vinoth Srinivasan Transport for NSW (TfNSW) Colin Jones Representative for Inne West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC) Jason Scoufis IWC’s Manager Traffic & Transport Planning (Acting) Sunny Jo IWC’s Coordiantor Tr...