Gippsland › Latest news › Bass Coast Local News
Surf Parade Path Gets Tick of Approval
Inverloch’s Surf Parade Shared Path construction to begin in 2020.
Bass Coast Shire Council will, subject to obtaining further approvals, proceed with the extension of Inverloch’s Surf Parade Shared Path, with construction expected to begin in 2020.
At last Wednesday’s Ordinary Council Meeting, Councillors voted in favour of Option 2 for the extension, which will see the path extended from Veronica Street to Goroke Street and the provision of 138 formalised parking bays.
A detailed design will be completed and required permit approvals sought, before construction gets underway.
Council has allocated $1.5 million in the 2019/20 Budget for construction of the path.
Bass Coast Shire Mayor, Cr Brett Tessari said following the extensive consultation for this project, it was clear the need to retain parking along Surf Parade was a primary concern for the community.
"The consultation showed that there was overwhelming support for Option 2 and the construction of this option will provide the best overall outcome for the community," Cr Tessari said.
"Once built, the path will provide safe cycling and pedestrian access to the beaches along Surf Parade and a similar amount of car parking to what is currently available.
"Inverloch’s beaches are a significant natural asset in Bass Coast, enjoyed by many and it is important that community can continue to enjoy them safely."
Cr Tessari said that while Option 2 does require the removal of native vegetation, this will be mitigated by securing the required vegetation offsets.
"We will also investigate the possibility of more revegetation works along the shared path and the surrounding dunes," Cr Tessari said.
Source: www.gippsland.com
Published by: support@gippsland.com
Latest News
Community feedback needed for East Gippsland Shire Council Draft 2024/25 Budget by 29 May 2024
Fresh food tax criticised by industry as lack of clarity on payment and collection will harm families and farmers
Russell Broadbent seeks answers to 20% increase in cardiac arrests by advocating investigation to include vaccine mandates
East Gippsland Shire Council highlights telecommunications infrastructure when advocating over thirty goals for community resilience and development
Russell Broadbent addresses nationwide Covid injustices-rights breaches, lockdowns, mandates and waste of $577B on vaccine and tests
Students from Orbost Community College tour East Gippsland Water facilities to learn about water safety, filtration and potential careers
Drouin wastewater treatment plant instals Australia's largest floating solar array of 644 panels as part of Gippsland Water renewable energy plan
Gippsland Water aids Wellington Mint-bush conservation through genetic research to increasing numbers and diversity
Latrobe City Council launches 'International Connections' book to celebrate 20-year anniversary of sister city agreements
Metung Bowls Club celebrates green upgrade with $200,000 grant from Sport and Recreation Victoria on 14 April 2024
