Published on Friday, 13 September 2024 at 8:03:01 AM
An upgrade to the cycle path located behind the African Reef Hotel that connects Upton Court to Willcock Drive will begin on Monday 16 September 2024.
City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Jerry Clune said the upgrade will make the path more accessible and safer for all users.
“Currently, the natural gradient of the hillside makes the existing path steep and difficult for riders to maintain slower speeds and stop quickly when needed,” he said.
“Construction of the 203m long and 3m wide concrete shared path will remove a sharp curve and reduce the slope which will make it easier and safer to use by pedestrians and riders alike.
“The design also includes a handrail to assist pedestrians and riders who may need help getting up and down the path.”
Melissa Price MP agreed the upgrade will improve safety.
“The completion of this upgrade will ensure the shared path is safer for residents and visitors alike,” she said.
“The exciting upgrade to the cycle path behind the African Reef Hotel is another fantastic example of what the Coalition Government’s highly successful Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program achieved.”
To ensure community safety during construction, the path will be closed to the public with a detour in place.
Local contractors Red Dust Holdings and Redcat Holdings will be constructing the new path with an estimated date of completion by the end of November 2024.
The $350,000 project is joint funded with the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program Phase Four providing $167,293.
For more information on the project head to the city’s website here
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