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Perth Now
5 days ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Locals demand new train station amid ‘unacceptable' traffic
A 2km-long traffic snarl has renewed calls for more public transport and freeway entries in South Perth. In a social media post, City of South Perth councillor Nic Covenery shared an image of cars which he said were banked up on Mill Point Road from Wesley College all the way to the freeway entry. He said there was a crash that caused the significant back-up that morning but he frequently saw heavy traffic on the road. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'This is not unfamiliar for residents in the mornings and afternoons during peak hour,' Cr Coveney said. 'This is unacceptable.' The State Government has invested $1.4 billion for Metronet in the 2024-25 budget and is estimated to cost $12.4b on completion. South Perth is not included in those plans. Traffic on Mill Point Road at 7am, backing up to Wesley College from the freeway entrance. Credit: Facebook 'We are no closer to the South Perth train station,' Cr Coveney said. 'If the State Government wants more high-rise development, it must provide the infrastructure to support it.' Commentators shared their frustrations and ideas to help combat the huge traffic congestion in the area. 'Freeway entry at South Terrace and a ferry stop at Coode Street would help, as well as a South Perth train station,' one said. 'We really need a northbound freeway on-ramp from South Terrace, only have one way to get onto the freeway — via Mill Point Road.' 'It causes traffic to back up badly because the freeway's already busy, and having just one access point makes it worse,' another said. One commentor suggested Cr Coveney make an appointment with South Perth MLA Geoff Baker to discuss the issue. Cr Coveney said Mr Baker had not responded to any of his queries about traffic-related issues, including the train station and ferries. South Perth MLA Geoff Baker. Credit: Geoff Baker Mr Baker told PerthNow he understood the concerns about traffic on Mill Point Road, but believed South Perth had some of the best public transport connections in the city which helped reduce a lot of the congestion the city experiences. 'The incredible new Boorloo Bridge is also offering new active transport opportunities for people in our community to get in and out of the city,' Mr Baker said. 'We've also delivered the Smart Freeway system on the Kwinana Freeway, which has significantly improved traffic movement on the freeway, facilitating easier access at the Mill Point Road on-ramps.' Mr Baker said the State Government was targeting the worst traffic spot in South Perth with two projects. 'First is the Canning Bridge interchange upgrade, to remove buses from the interchange bridge and increase the numbers of public transport connections,' he said. 'The second is building Metronet on Swan, which will link Canning Bridge to UWA and Elizabeth Quay by ferry. These two projects will free up traffic over Canning Bridge and take cars off the freeway.' City of South Perth mayor Greg Milner said advocating for better public transport infrastructure to reduce demand on the local road network was a priority for the city. 'The city has advocated for a South Perth train station for many years,' he said. 'In addition to the introduction of a South Perth train station, the city also advocates for an improved ferry service at Mends Street Jetty and higher frequency bus routes to provide better access to more efficient public transport for people who live, work and visit South Perth.' Mr Milner said the State Government committed to building a train station in South Perth in 2002 when the Perth to Mandurah railway line was first proposed. Since then the population in the area has 'significantly increased' but a South Perth train station has not been built. 'The population of the City of South Perth is projected to grow to 65,842 by 2041,' Mr Milner said. 'As the capacity of the road network and the ability to increase this capacity is limited, there is an increasing need to reduce reliance on private vehicles and focus on shifting travel behaviours to active (pedestrian and cyclist) and public transport modes. 'While the city can provide upgrades to footpath and cycling networks, the delivery of a South Perth train station, improved ferry service and higher frequency bus routes are essential projects we are asking the State Government to consider. 'In the absence of this vital infrastructure, higher levels of congestion will continue to occur in peak periods.' PerthNow contacted Transport Minister Rita Saffioti for comment. Mr Milner said the City of South Perth would continue to advocate to the State Government for this 'vitally important transport infrastructure.'
North Wales Live
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Lidl creates Freeway version of Dua Lipa's pickle drink
Lidl is creating a version of Dua Lipa's viral pickle cola drink with its own Freeway for fans at her Wembley Stadium shows on 20 and 21 June, giving the trending concoction away for free. The singer previously showed off her cola, pouring pickle and jalapeño juice into diet soda in a video that amassed over 13 million views on TikTok. Fans can now try it at Lidl's pickle truck popping up at King's Cross Square on 20 and 21 June 4pm-8pm, enroute to the singer's Wembley Stadium shows. The drink combines Lidl's Freeway Diet Cola with a pickle syrup, using Lidl's Freshona Pickled Gherkins and Freshona Sliced Jalapenos - poured over ice. Fans will also get access to an exclusive Lidl Plus offer giving them 20% off Freeway Diet Cola in store. Visitors will need to scan a QR code at the truck on Friday or Saturday to unlock the deal. Lidl is even offering to provide its pickle cola truck for the singer's upcoming wedding - supplying friends and family. Last year saw the supermarket launch its big red Freeway Truck which drove across the country in the run up to Christmas, giving away 2,000 present boxes.
Wales Online
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Lidl creates Freeway version of Dua Lipa's pickle drink
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Lidl is creating a version of Dua Lipa's viral pickle cola drink with its own Freeway for fans at her Wembley Stadium shows on 20 and 21 June, giving the trending concoction away for free. The singer previously showed off her cola, pouring pickle and jalapeño juice into diet soda in a video that amassed over 13 million views on TikTok. Fans can now try it at Lidl's pickle truck popping up at King's Cross Square on 20 and 21 June 4pm-8pm, enroute to the singer's Wembley Stadium shows. The drink combines Lidl's Freeway Diet Cola with a pickle syrup, using Lidl's Freshona Pickled Gherkins and Freshona Sliced Jalapenos - poured over ice. Fans will also get access to an exclusive Lidl Plus offer giving them 20% off Freeway Diet Cola in store. Visitors will need to scan a QR code at the truck on Friday or Saturday to unlock the deal. Lidl is even offering to provide its pickle cola truck for the singer's upcoming wedding - supplying friends and family. Last year saw the supermarket launch its big red Freeway Truck which drove across the country in the run up to Christmas, giving away 2,000 present boxes.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Fallen marine from Rochester will be honored by NASCAR driver
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A fallen Marine from Rochester will be honored at NASCAR's 600 Miles of Remembrance this Memorial Day weekend. Corporal Reynold Armand was a graduate of Eastridge High School before he followed in his father's footsteps and joined the US Marines. Armand passed away on August 2, 2007, in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was 21 years old. Professional driver Daniel Suarez announced Wednesday that he will honor Armand during NASCAR's Military Appreciation Weekend. His name will be featured on the windshield of the Freeway #99 car. Miriam Velez is the Gold Star Mother of Cpl. Armand and a co-founder of the local organization Latino Military Coalition. She shared her thoughts on Suarez honoring her son. 'I sincerely appreciate Freeway for sharing my son's story and keeping his memory alive,' Velez wrote in a statement. Suarez will be racing in the 600 Miles of Remembrance, which will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday, May 25. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
See - Sada Elbalad
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"Spring Breakers" Sequel Set with New Cast
Yara Sameh A sequel to Harmony Korine's cult classic 'Spring Breakers,' which starred Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens and James Franco, is coming. The film, titled 'Spring Breakers: Salvation Mountain,' comes from the producers of the 2012 original but with an all-new cast and Matthew Bright ('Freeway') replacing Korine in the director's chair. Capture — the recently-launched joint venture between Capstone Global and Signature Entertainment — is launching sales in Cannes. 'Spring Breakers: Salvation Mountain' will star Bella Thorne ('Rumble Through the Dark'), Ariel Martin ('Zombies 2'), Grace Van Dien ('Stranger Things'), and True Whitaker ('Godfather of Harlem'). The four are set to play a group of rebellious girls who hit the road for spring break in a crime thriller described as 'a bold new ride for Gen Z.' But, as per the synopsis, 'When their trip explodes out of control, they're forced to outrun the chaos they've created.' Producers of the original feature, Muse Production's Chris Hanley ('American Psycho,' 'The Virgin Suicides') and Jordan Gertner ('Bully'), have reteamed for the sequel. Capstone Studios serves as financiers, with global sales being handled by Capture's Ella Field, Asia Muci, Emilie Barra and Nathan Wang. 'We're thrilled to be working with Christian and Capture on 'Spring Breakers: Salvation Mountain' and excited to keep exploring bold, new, disruptive stories around that wild, fever dream of youth,' said Hanley and Gertner in a statement. 'The desire for spring break to go on forever is something we've never let go of.' Korine's 'Spring Breakers' went on to gross over $30 million at the global box office from a $5 million budget and solidified itself as a cult hit. A sequel involving Christian extremists — 'Spring Breakers: The Second Coming' — was first announced in 2014 with Jonas Åkerlund attached and Irvine Welsh writing. By 2017, the project had been shelved in favor of a digital series that never materialized. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
