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1. Hi
   Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the revised plans for the duplication of Ashley drive (DA: 201527652).

   As a local resident, my comments are as follows:
   - thank you for removing the traffic lights, and including turning lanes in their stead. This was my primary concern.
   - I am concerned the amendments to the angle turning out lanes have made them too sharp. Specifically Baracla Cres and Clive Steel Cres turning northbound onto Ashley Dr. Please ensure the angle the turning out lanes is not too sharp and includes a substantial on ramp to allow a car to gain enough momentum to merge with traffic.
   - thank you for incorporating noise barriers on the eastern side. Please consider incorporating substantial noise barriers along the western side to manage noise pollution due to the increased volume of traffic anticipated along this stretch of road in over coming years facilitated by this development.
   - I am disappointed by the lack of revegetaion. I do not think the number of trees adequately compensated for the number removed, especially since some are mature trees that provide important food sources, refuge and breeding grounds for insects, reptiles, birds, possums, and bats including the nationally listed grey headded flying fox. Please consider including substantial revegetation in the area to compensate. Please choose species that support native wildlife, with the traditional multi level canopy to encourage diversity and a range of species to reduce the spread of tree diseases.
   - Thank you for ensuring the connectivity of paths is maintained.
   I strongly object with the cycle path being included on the road. I know too many people who have nearly been seriously injured. I support dedicated bike paths but plea that they are away from the roads and don't cross turn lanes. We have so much beautiful tranquil open space in Canberra and half the fun of riding is you get to enjoy the commute. Further, by establishing bike paths off the road, you inadvertently encourage new bike riders to join in when roadworks occur in their area!
   - I can't tell by the diagram, so please ensure that the underpasses are wide enough to be spacious and well lit with natural light, without the possibility young women being cornered and threatened/attacked/ambushed.

   Thanks again

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