The Shire of Augusta Margaret River has just completed construction of two new sections of pathway within the townsite of Margaret River thanks to grant funding from the Department of Transport.
Sustainable Development and Infrastructure Director Nick Logan said the work included a path at the Bussell Highway from Shell Petrol Station to Edge of the Forest Motel in concrete (2m wide) and another from Leschenaultia Avenue to Wadandi Track alongside Andrews Way and Wilkes Road in concrete and compacted gravel (2m wide).
“Western Australian Bicycle Network (WABN) grants provide an opportunity to address the missing links in our townsite pathway networks, through the availability to gain financial support for planning, design and construction,” he said.
The Western Australian Bicycle Network Grants Program is a State funded initiative, administered by the Department of Transport. The Program is aimed at assisting local governments with the planning and implementation of local bike networks. Through this grant scheme the State Government matches funds with local governments who have successfully applied for the funding to assist with planning, design, and construction of bike riding infrastructure.
These projects help to connect Margaret River town centre to the Old Settlement, Rotary Park and attractions and accommodation located to the north of Rotary Park as well as residential areas to Wadandi Track. In alignment with the Western Australian Bike Network (WABN) objectives these projects support increased safety for people on bikes, connection and access to strategic destinations and increased cycle tourism opportunities.
