Ku-ring-gai Local Transport Forum - 20 May 2026 9:00 AM

Topics

• Forum backs Park Avenue traffic calming measures
  Local traffic calming endorsed for Park Avenue, including a speed cushion, median and extra STOP sign.
  Residents near Park Avenue could see immediate changes aimed at slowing traffic and improving safety.
• Council considers full-time right-turn ban at Fiddens Wharf Road
  A time-based no right turn restriction may become permanent at the Fiddens Wharf Road and Pacific Highway intersection.
  The change could alter traffic flow, reduce queuing, and affect daily access for local drivers.
• Road safety response planned for Rothwell Road and Montrose Street
  Council is weighing road surface upgrades and will arrange a resident meeting after safety concerns and traction issues were raised.
  The area may see road works, consultation, and possible construction coordination with Sydney Water.

Decisions

• Temporary speed cushion and median with STOP sign on Park Avenue
  The Forum supported a recommendation to install a temporary speed cushion, a median, and an additional STOP sign on Park Avenue.
  May reduce vehicle speeds and improve safety for nearby residents and road users.

Discussion

• Rothwell Road and Montrose Street safety concerns
  Residents raised concerns that extra markings and signage would not be enough, with discussion focusing on traction on the steep road surface, possible physical barriers, and the need for a community meeting. Council said a road safety audit has been completed and grant funding has been sought for road surface upgrades.
  Could affect road safety, access, and the timing of local works in Killara.
• Sydney Water trench works on Rothwell Road and Montrose Street
  Residents were advised that Sydney Water is proposing open trench works along sections of Rothwell Road and Montrose Street, which may affect coordination of future road improvement works.
  May cause construction impacts and influence when road upgrades occur.
• Full-time no right turn proposal at Fiddens Wharf Road and Pacific Highway
  Council is proposing to replace the existing time-based no right turn restriction with a full-time restriction. The proposal is out for community consultation until 3 June 2026, with officers noting the current arrangement contributes to queuing on Fiddens Wharf Road.
  May change local traffic movements and congestion for drivers in Killara.

Impacts

• Traffic calming may be added on Park Avenue.
• Road safety and surface works may be considered for Rothwell Road and Montrose Street.
• A community meeting will be arranged for residents in the Rothwell Road and Montrose Street area.
• A full-time no right turn restriction may be introduced at Fiddens Wharf Road and Pacific Highway.
• Construction coordination may be affected by Sydney Water trench works.

Places

• Park Avenue (road)
  Location of a supported temporary speed cushion, median and STOP sign proposal.
• Rothwell Road (road)
  Subject of a road safety audit, resident concerns about traction, and possible surface upgrades.
• Montrose Street (road)
  Discussed alongside Rothwell Road in relation to road safety and future works.
• Killara (suburb)
  Area affected by the Fiddens Wharf Road and Pacific Highway proposal.
• Fiddens Wharf Road (road)
  Proposed location for a full-time no right turn restriction.
• Pacific Highway (road)
  Intersection with Fiddens Wharf Road subject to the turn restriction proposal.

Next

• Send correspondence to the Member for Davidson and Forum members about representatives' roles and expectations.
  Before future meetings
• Arrange a community meeting for residents affected by Rothwell Road and Montrose Street issues.
  Date and time to be confirmed
• Continue assessment of possible road surface treatments for Rothwell Road and Montrose Street.
  Ongoing
• Complete community consultation on the Fiddens Wharf Road and Pacific Highway no right turn proposal.
  Closes 3 June 2026

Extract

Minute KU-RING-GAI COUNCIL Page This is of the Minutes of Ku-ring-gai Local Transport Forum held on 20 May 2026 and presented for confirmation on 16 June 2026. ........................................... Chairperson 20260520-LTF-Mins-2026/149820/1 MINUTES OF KU-RING-GAI LOCAL TRANSPORT FORUM HELD ON WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026 Present: Ku-ring-gai Council (Councillor Matt Devlin, Chairperson (Comenarra Ward)) Representative TfNSW (Joshua Mesiti) via Teams Representing Police Local Area Command North Shore (Snr Const Tom Lai) Representing Member for Davidson (Michael Lane) Staff Present: Director Operations (Peter Lichaa) Manager Traffic and Transport (Deva Thevaraja) Team Leader Traffic (Michael...