Mayor of Blacktown City, Brad Bunting, said the pace of development in the region is putting increasing pressure on local roads, public transport and community facilities.
“Our residents are heavily impacted by a lack of supporting infrastructure,” Mayor Bunting said.
“Windsor Road is a clear example of the congestion we’re seeing every day—but it’s not the only one. Richmond Road, Garfield Road, and other key corridors in our northern growth area are also under significant strain.
“These roads are vital not just for our local residents, but for the future of the entire North West Growth Area.”
Council has long advocated for a more equitable share of state and federal infrastructure funding; particularly as local government is expected to deliver services and support community development for hundreds of thousands of new residents.
“The expectation is that councils like ours build strong, connected communities,” Mayor Bunting said. “But we need enabling infrastructure to do that properly.”
Mayor Bunting also acknowledged that the issues recently raised by The Hills Shire reflect concerns that are “real and familiar” to Blacktown City Council.
“Infrastructure must keep pace with population growth,” he said. “We recognise the importance of working with our neighbouring councils to advocate for fairer infrastructure funding from the NSW Government.”
“By working together, we can tackle these shared challenges and help ensure sustainable growth for our region.”
