Pedestrians and cyclists will have easier access between Narrabri West and the town centre following the start of pathway works on Dangar Street.
The shared pathway construction is part of Narrabri Shire Council’s extension of the walkway network in town.
Council has received funding as part of the Transport for NSW 2020/21 Walking and Cycling Program for the implementation of two shared pathway projects in the shire.
Mayor Ron Campbell said council received $289,212 to build a shared pathway in Dangar Street that would add to the existing network and connect to Cooma Road.
The pathway will be 940 metres in length and provides a safe passage of travel to some of Narrabri’s key locations.
“It will connect Narrabri CBD to Narrabri West, as well as the Narrabri Hospital, high school, aged care facilities and sporting ovals and parks,” Cr Campbell said.
In recent years, council has successfully completed pathway projects in the vicinity of Cooma Road, on both sides of Narrabri Creek and around Narrabri Lake in conjunction with government contributions.
A shared path in George Street, Wee Waa was also constructed as part of the program.
Cr Campbell said the new shared pathways enable safer community connections and improved safety and accessibility.
“Both communities will be able to take advantage of improved recreational access for activities such as walking, jogging and cycling which improves physical and mental health and wellbeing.”
Along with the NSW government funding, council contributed $41,000 towards the projects.
NSW Nationals Upper House MP, and Minister for Regional Transport and Road, Sam Farraway said the new infrastructure would make it easier for the Narrabri community to get around the local area using active transport.
“Active transport is a great way for the local community to get around and this new infrastructure will help to provide safe access for pedestrians and cyclists to schools and other local facilities,” he said.
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