{"html": "\u003Cdiv id=\"project_desc\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA Plan for all of NSW\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe NSW Government is\u0026nbsp;undertaking an inclusive approach to transport planning that will involve unprecedented collaboration with those whose livelihood depends on the quality of the transport network \u0026ndash; customers.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn extensive consultation process will aim to involve the whole state in the creation of a NSW Long Term Transport Master Plan.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe new integrated authority, \u003Ca href=\"http://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETransport for NSW\u003C/a\u003E, will encourage everyone to have their say and be a part of a long term solution for public transport in NSW.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe plan will identify a clear direction for transport over the next 20 years, building on current commitments which are underpinned by a record $13.1 billion investment in roads and transport in the 2011-12\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http://www.budget.nsw.gov.au/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebudget\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe plan will identify the role of each transport mode in meeting future needs including rail, road, buses, ferries, cycling, and walking. The plan will also help develop a freight network that maximises the benefits to the economy.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can be a part of this fresh approach and anyone interested in improving transport in NSW is encouraged to participate. Whether you are a commuter or a truck driver, an industry representative, a business person or part of local government - your input is vital.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENSW faces many challenges, such as population growth, increasing housing supply and the need to create more jobs. This growth places pressure on the transport system and that means NSW must plan for the future now.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOver the next 12 months, Transport for NSW will engage directly with customers, communities, government, industry, transport specialists and operators through advisory groups that will be established to provide input to the Long Term Transport Master Plan.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETransport for NSW will also hold community forums around NSW to ensure the views of stakeholders in rural and regional areas, and in Sydney, are heard.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere will be other opportunities to provide feedback - through \u003Ca href=\"http://haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/transportmasterplan?module=survey\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis website\u003C/a\u003E and via the formal submissions process. \u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n"}