This paper describes the actions that a local government has undertaken to influence its own staff and residents to undertake travel behaviour change. The initiatives which are detailed in this paper demonstrate that voluntary travel behaviour change is possible through leading by example with innovative programs and seeking partnerships for local projects. In an effort to address the ever increasing reliance on car use, the Integrated Travel Plan (ITP) was developed, providing an overarching strategic framework from which to base future transport related decisions within Darebin. The majority of Darebin is well serviced by public transport (two tram lines, approximately 25 bus routes and two train lines). It also has relatively flat topography for active transport modes and has many off-road and on-road cycle paths. These facilities allow plenty of scope for encouraging residents and visitors to use alternatives to the car when travelling in and around Darebin. (a) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E213716.
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