Dubbo is set to get six new concrete footpaths after council received funding from the state government to improve accessibility around town.
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The six new footpaths are planned for areas near Barden Park, Orana Heights Public School, Carl's Junior and North East Dubbo.
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The projects are:
- Construction of a 1.5-metre-wide concrete footpath on the west side of Websdale Drive between Arthur Summons Street and Myall Street (totalling 740 metres)
- Construction of a 1.5m-wide concrete footpath on the east side of Gipps Street between Myall Street and Mcleay Street (excluding the existing footpath), a 1.5m-wide concrete footpath on the north side of Mcleay Street between Gipps Street and Fitzroy Street and a 1.5m-wide concrete footpath on the west side of Fitzroy Street between Myall Street and Macleay Street (totalling 570m)
- Construction of a 1.5m-wide concrete footpath on the north side of Wingewarra Street and Birch Avenue between Aspen Road and Belah Street (totalling 390m)
- Construction of a 1.5m-wide concrete footpath on the south side of Cobra Street between 243 Cobra Street and Wheelers Lane (totalling 170m)
Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders announced $460,000 for new footpath links as part of the state government's $110 million Get NSW Active program. The funding aims to contribute to better walkability in Dubbo in terms of getting to school, work, and exploring community spaces.
"This funding will boost accessibility for people walking to access school, work, shopping and recreation, particularly for some of our more vulnerable residents," Mr Saunders said.
"I hope these projects will also encourage more people to hit the streets to stay active while enjoying the great outdoors, with all the positive physical and mental benefits that brings!"
Mayor Mathew Dickerson welcomed the state government funding saying the projects were a "priority" for the community and were a part of council's Pedestrian Access Mobility Plan.
All the footpaths will be constructed based on Dubbo Regional Council Standard No. 5251 - Footpaths and Cycleway and 5166 - Pram Ramp.
Bageshri Savyasachi
I am a health and general reporter with an interest in transparency, crime and issues affecting Canberra's diverse communities. Contact me at bageshri.s@canberratimes.com.au or send confidential tips to bageshri.s@proton.me
I am a health and general reporter with an interest in transparency, crime and issues affecting Canberra's diverse communities. Contact me at bageshri.s@canberratimes.com.au or send confidential tips to bageshri.s@proton.me
