Community Recognition Statement

Mr ANOULACK CHANTHIVONG (Macquarie Fields) — I want to congratulate students from Glenfield Public School for taking action and campaigning for road safety improvements around their school.

The students in 5/6G contacted me with their suggestions to improve road safety issues such as speeding vehicles; illegal U-turns; illegal parking; people crossing the road in an unsafe manner; and drivers arguing in front of students.

A project of their own initiative based on their own solutions.

It's fantastic to see that these students are so passionate about creating a safer environment for their peers, staff and parents at the school.

I was impressed by the ideas students came up with to address the road safety issues as well as their tenacity in contacting me to help advocate on their behalf.

Some of the suggestions by students included speed reduction devices on Waterloo Place; 'No parking' restrictions; the installation of children's crossings; a 'kiss and ride' zone on Railway Parade; increased Council ranger activity; and road safety signage.

It is heartening to know that some of our youngest residents are motivated enough to fight for change in their community.