NEW PATH A LINK TO BETTER HEALTH
Wagga Wagga City Council is one of more than 80 councils across NSW to share in $60 million to boost walking and cycling, with $10 million dedicated to supporting active travel to and from schools, as part of the NSW Labor Government’s Get NSW Active program.
Of the 88 projects, 51 are in regional NSW including 14 around primary schools, which will be funded under this latest round of the grant program to build crucial pathways and cycleways that promote walking and bike riding as an easy, safe, and convenient way for people to get around.
Wagga Council is set to receive $1,354,869 in funding for a new walking and cycling track.
At 728 metres in length and three metres in width, the track will connect the Equex Sporting Precinct with the Sturt Highway.
It will include a new pedestrian bridge over Marshalls Creek to provide a safe crossing for cyclists and pedestrians.
This most recent round of the Get NSW Active program received 345 applications from councils with a total request worth $287.6 million which shows the strong desire for infrastructure that supports people who choose to walk or ride to their destination.
The next step will be to confirm the award of funding to councils so they can begin construction or planning phases of their projects.
The full list of Get NSW Active successful applicants and projects is published here.
Minister for Transport Jo Haylen said:
“This is an important investment across our state, making it easier for people to safely walk, cycle and scoot around their communities.”
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said:
“I’m thrilled that more than half of the projects successful in this year’s round of funding is going to regional NSW to provide active transport options for local communities to enjoy.
“It’s this type of infrastructure that makes our communities happier and healthier.”
The Member for Wagga Wagga, Dr Joe McGirr said:
“This is a very welcome addition to the city’s network of paths and trails that will encourage more people to walk or ride, improving their health and connections with the community.”