Question On Notice No. 608 asked in the Legislative Assembly on 27 October 2022 by Mr R.S. Love
Question Directed to the: Minister for Local Government
Parliament: 41 Session: 1
Question
I refer to the Lancelin Off Road Vehicle Area (ORVA) and ask
:
(a) When will safety measures be implemented at Off Road Vehicle Areas to separate novice and experienced riders;
(b) separate sand boarders from vehicles;
(c) establish one way traffic flow at sites; and
(d) limit speed at ORVA sites?
Answered on 30 November 2022
(a)-(d) The Control of Vehicles (Off-Road Areas) Act 1978 establishes that local governments, including the Shire of Gingin (the Shire), are generally responsible for the administration and enforcement of ORV areas in Western Australia.
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) understands that the Shire has implemented risk mitigation measures, such as delineating the ORVA boundaries, installing signage, providing regular patrols and having multiple entry points.
Funding is available through the ORV Account, including for safety upgrades at ORVA’s which the Shire has previously accessed.