City takes steps toward path network completion

The City of Gosnells has completed stage one of a major shared path project to help connect the heart of Gosnells with the wider Perth area.

The newly constructed section runs from the Tonkin Highway underpass along Seaforth Avenue to Hicks Street. The City is now progressing designs for stages two and three – extending the path from Hicks Street to Dorothy Street.

The $1.32 million project is fully funded by the State Government as part of its Principal Shared Path Expansion Program, delivered by the City of Gosnells.

Mayor Terresa Lynes said the principal shared path will eventually connect Armadale to Perth via the City of Gosnells, largely following the railway line.

“Whether commuting to school or work, walking the dog, catching the train or riding to the shop, this shared path network will make it safer and easier for cyclists and pedestrians to get around,” she said.

“The more we encourage people to leave their cars behind and use alternative transport options, the more we benefit our environment, reduce congestion and improve personal health and wellbeing.”

Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti welcomed the completion.

“Right around Perth and Western Australia, our Government is investing in new shared path projects that are better connecting our communities and encouraging more people to embrace active transport.”

“Alongside our transformative METRONET project, these initiatives are helping keep our city moving by getting more cars off the road.”

State Member for Southern River Terry Healy said the project was an important example of investing in local community infrastructure.

“Our Government is proud to be investing in this type of infrastructure and making it easier to get around our community.

“More people want to use active transport options to get around, and this new shared path on Seaforth Avenue will make that easier.”

Click here for details about the Dorothy to Tonkin Principal Shared Path project.