A further $14 million has been provided in joint funding from the State and local governments to construct cycle network projects in South East Queensland by June 2011.
(PressZoom) - A further $14 million has been provided in joint funding from the State and local governments to construct cycle network projects in South East Queensland by June 2011.
Transport Minister Rachel Nolan said 30 projects had been funded to expand the regional cycle network by a further 19.6 kilometres.
“This funding will deliver a network of cycle routes and supporting facilities, such as cycle centres, forming a strategic cycle network stretching from Noosa down the Sunshine Coast through the Greater Brisbane and Ipswich Regions to the Gold Coast and extending out to Toowoomba,” Ms Nolan said.
“This is an important part of the Queensland Government’s commitment to managing congestion, promoting green transport options to get more people cycling more often,” Ms Nolan said.
“Cycling, jogging or walking instead of driving a car reduces exhaust emissions and congestion while providing exercise for a healthier lifestyle.
“Most bikeways can be used for cycling, jogging or walking – all healthy alternatives to get people around the south east without relying on cars.”
Ms Nolan said iconic projects approved included: completing the full length of the Wynnum Road bikeway linking Wynnum West to Tingalpa and constructing the first stage of the Goodna Creek Regional Bikeway that, when complete, will provide a magnificent commuter link from Redbank Plains to Redbank.
“The expansion in cycleways and facilities across south east Queensland will make it easier for people to avoid traffic congestion by commuting to work and schools by bicycle. Cycleways will be supported by wayfinding signage and facilities”
“The projects are part of the State Government's commitment of $600 million until 2031 for the development of the cycle routes, completing missing links in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan.
"The network will link people with local attractions and activity centres through quality pathways shared by cyclists and pedestrians. Ms Nolan said.
The funding will deliver the 'fabulous five’ set of priority projects as part of 30 projects making up 20 kilometres of new bikeways.
·Brisbane – committed to completing the full length of Wynnum Road with stage 2 of the Wynnum Road Bikeway Project and the 5.5 metre separated bicycle and pedestrian pathway between Go Between Bridge and Bicentennial Bikeway stage 1
·Sunshine Coast - complete first stage of on–road cycle lanes on Petrie Creek Road between Nambour and Bli-Bli
·Logan - construct a missing link on the East West Cycle Route connecting to the state funded Green Road underpass and undertake key design projects along the East West Cycle Route, Logan Central Cycle Route, Cusack Lane Bikeway and the Springwood Cycle Route
·Ipswich – complete the link from Clem Street to the Brassall Bikeway and the first stage of the Goodna Creek Regional Bikeway from Redbank Plains Road to Willow Road
·Toowoomba - upgrade the East Creek and West Creek bikeways with lighting and improved crossings that compliments their existing bikeway signage project.
“These are world class facilities that showcase South East Queensland as a great place to cycle,” she said.
"Wherever possible, bikeways are provided separately from the existing roadway, to cater for all road users, including school children. Where appropriate, cycle priority lanes will be clearly marked on traffic lanes on existing wide roads.
“The Bligh Government is proud of its achievements in building better cycling infrastructure through the South East Queensland Cycle Network Program,” Ms Nolan said.
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