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Leap Forward For Eel Hole Creek Path With Bridge Crossing

For the last eight months an asphalt shared path from Ikara Way to Glendonald Road along the east side of Eel Hole Creek in Churchill appeared to just end at the banks on either side of the creek.

By Latrobe City Council - 24th April 2009 - Back to News

Those using the path were faced with the challenge of an impractical leap across the void, or a one-hundred metre detour via roads. While the new shared path would have been welcomed by local residents, and the ‘creek challenge’ possibly welcomed by young people riding BMX bicycles - as Eel Hole Creek remains dry for most of the year other than after storms; there is no doubt there is general delight to see the temporary detour eliminated with a boardwalk bridge.

Latrobe City Councillor, Cr Darrell White, said the construction of the boardwalk across the creek has now been completed, closing the ‘gap’ in the path, encouraging pedestrian and cycle use.

"The pathway and boardwalk works were undertaken as part of the program of projects identified in the Latrobe City Bicycle Plan 2007-2010.

"The bicycle plan identified that there should be a continuous path along Eel Hole Creek from Glendonald Road in the south to Mackeys Road in the north, for use by pedestrians and cyclists to provide an ‘off road’ and friendlier environment that encourages use," Cr White explained.

"This particular section from Glendonald Road to Ikara Way was chosen for construction after consultation with the Churchill and District Community Association, as it provides access to the shops and facilities in Glendonald Estate area for the residents of the area to the south and east of Glendonald Road.

"A path between Ikara Way and Phillip Parade, to complete the route from Glendonald Road to Mackeys Road, is also identified in Latrobe City's Bicycle Plan for future development," Cr White said.

"It is expected that the new path will lead to an increase in the number of people walking and cycling through this area, particularly by children attending the local schools and those people out for a recreational walk or cycle or just for a walk to the shops.

"The boardwalk design additionally features a tough, non slip decking made from recycled plastic, which is a positive step forward for the environment," Cr White added.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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