Roads and Maritime Services (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) recognises the importance of community involvement in its activities and decision-making and is committed to upholding its responsibilities in an open, consultative and inclusive manner.

Roads and Maritime Services (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) will engage with the community wherever its activities and decision-making are of potential interest to, or will impact upon, communities and other stakeholders.

The goals of Roads and Maritime Services (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) community and stakeholder involvement

• Enhance its transparency and public accountability.
• Ensure that its decision-making is inclusive of diverse community ideas and opinions.
• Ensure that its strategic planning, project development, and service delivery meets the greater balance of community needs and expectations.
• Create a more efficient Roads and Maritime Services (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) with direction based on collaborative decision-making and an enhancement of public trust.

Roads and Maritime Services (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) seeks community involvement through a wide range of activities, such as:

• Community information evenings and workshops.
• Community focus or liaison groups.
• Media announcements.
• Letterbox drops.
• Site open days.
• Advisory groups.
• Newsletters, questionnaires and Roads and Maritime Services (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) website.
• One on one discussions with residents.

To view or download Roads and Maritime Services' (formerly Roads and Traffic Authority) Community and Communication Resource Manual go to the Library page.