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New Paths lead to Improved Community Access

Construction has started on a new path along Storey Street in Wonthaggi, between Wentworth Road and Korumburra Road.

By Portal Admin - 21st December 2020 - Back to News

Bass Coast Shire Council is continuing to build on its footpath network, with the construction of two new paths currently underway in Wonthaggi and Cowes.

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