Department of Transport

On 1 July 2019, VicRoads and Public Transport Victoria came together with the Department of Transport to create a properly integrated transport department – in step with other global cities.

We don’t plan or operate our road, tram, or rail systems separately - we run a transport network. The new Department of Transport gives us a singular, integrated focus on tackling the big issues - from improving buses in growing suburbs to making it easier to walk and cycle places and embracing new technology. There are 23 million trips made each day in Victoria and this is expected to increase to 38 million by 2050. This landmark shift will ensure we’re better equipped to respond to the changing demands on our transport network so we can stay connected to jobs and each other, whichever way we travel. The new, integrated Department of Transport will plan and operate transport in a way that matches the people and products that travel on it - focusing on the destination, rather than which mode we use. Our integrated approach will ensure we are able to:Respond much faster – and give people the information they need – to make the best travel choices, especially around major network disruptions Make better use of existing road and rail, shifting more journeys onto rail and prioritising public transport on roads Respond much quicker to innovation and new transport technologies Take a holistic view in planning for the future, to meet demand for more than 23 million journeys a day and a tripling of freight by 2050 Partner with others to address a range of issues, from safety to reducing environmental impacts.