A vital piece of transport not only for locals but for Victorian tourism in general.
Cranbourne Gardens Community Access Improvements.
Free community shuttle bus linking Cranbourne township to Cranbourne Gardens.
Project details
Suggested by: Sharon
Project partner: Royal Botanical Gardens Cranbourne
Region
Southern Metro
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137 votes received
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The Cranbourne Royal Botanic Gardens is a unique and beautiful area however it is not accessible by public transport. Located on the outskirts of town, visitation for many people is extremely difficult or impossible, and there is an additional 2 km journey from the front gate to the Visitor Centre. My project aims to address this problem by providing a free, 12 seater bus linking public transport and community hubs to the gardens on weekends, public holidays, school holidays and special events such as NAIDOC and Botanica. The shuttle bus service would also be available to schools and community groups.
The lack of any public transport to the Cranbourne Gardens disadvantages many people within the community who for various reasons do not have access to private transport.
It is well known the many health benefits that connecting with nature provides, along with the added benefits of outdoor exercise and socialising. To have the opportunity to access the Cranbourne Gardens via free transport would greatly enhance the quality and enjoyment of life for many Cranbourne people.
With free entry to the gardens, the addition of free transport provides greater social, recreation and educational opportunities for individuals, families, schools and community groups.
Project details
Suggested by: Sharon
Project partner: Royal Botanical Gardens Cranbourne
Region
Southern Metro
Budget
Votes
137 votes received
This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.
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This needs to happen to make the gardens more easily accessible for everyone
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This would provide a fantastic link for Cranbourne residents to the amazing Melbourne botanic gardens and make the beautiful Cranbourne gardens accessible to a much more diverse range of visitors.
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This is a fantastic initiative. The Cranbourne Botantical Gardens are beautiful and everyone should have the opportunity to visit!
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A brilliant initiative, sorely needed
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Lacking a regular 7 day service, which is very much needed in this growing area and to this world class facility, this proposal couldl fill some of the gap.
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In our increasingly fast changing environment where climate change and deforestation are leading global issues, it is vital to educate and connect the community about the importance of conserving and cultivating our native plants. To do this we need more people to come to this wonderful native garden!
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The Upgrading of the Cranbourne rail line and improved services and reliability makes this project very timely and especially for those with mobility issues. Endorse all the earlier comments as these great award winning gardens become more and more relevant in today's society as modern housing is erected on smaller and smaller blocks with little gardening opportunity.
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The addition of a bus service would make the beautiful gardens so much more accessible to everyone.
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I would like to vote for the bus service to be installed at the Cranbourne Botanical Gardens, so as to make it easier for persons to visit the gardens.
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This would be of great value to those outside the Cranbourne area who don't have their own transport.
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This will give many people an opportunity to visit these amazing gardens and encourage them to be more aware of the importance of preserving the environment and the beauty of our amazing plants
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Please consider this project to benefit a wide range of people
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A necessary for everyone to enjoy the Royal Botanical Australian gardens
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The bus would mean many more people could enjoy these beautiful gardens
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This is a major community asset, both for the local Cranbourne area, and for the wider community. At the moment, access is very difficult other than driving there. A shuttle bus from existing public transport, particularly Cranbourne Railway Station, would be a great way to open access to all.
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This will benefit many in the community. We have a wonderful resource of the Botanic Gardens near by but difficult to access for people who don’t have a car. This will improve accessibility and promote inclusion ensuring this resource is available for everyone.
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The outer suburbs are always underrepresented and this project will bring the Australian Gardens within reach of many people who currently cannot access them without a vehicle. This will provide access in a sustainable way for many.
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A much needed service that will make these amazing Botanic Gardens more accessible to the wider community.
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Having this free transport will bring our beautiful, award-winning Botanic Gardens - still a hidden gem to many - within reach for countless people. SO needed!
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The Cranbourne Gardens of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria needs to be able to transport people to the Gardens so that they can enjoy the wonders of Australian plants and animals in a wonderful setting
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This would make the wonderful Cranbourne Botanic Gardens so much more accessible to visitors from interstate and overseas. They are world renowned so let’s make them easier to reach!!!$
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Melderina
05 Sep 2018
Such a beautiful place that should be accessible to everyone. This project would make that happen.