Footpath upgrade: Yarra Road, Wonga Park

As part of our 2023/24 Capital Works Program, we’re upgrading the footpath on Yarra Road in Wonga Park.

Where is it?

We’re upgrading the footpath on the eastern side of the road, between 368 Yarra Road and the Homestead Road roundabout.

The footpath will vary between 1.2 and 1.5 metres wide to navigate surrounding vegetation. The proposed path will be concrete with an asphalt surface to ensure its durability around nearby tree roots.

When are the works happening?

We held two public consultation sessions for this project in late 2023. We have reviewed the feedback and are now finalising the project design.

The construction works for this footpath will likely occur in the first half of 2024.

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Why is it needed?

This shared path is part of the Manningham Principal Pedestrian Network (PPN). This footpath network is strategically designed to serve large pedestrian catchments, connecting them to key destinations. They will provide residents with safe and accessible footpaths for outdoor activities, regardless of weather conditions.

Currently, there is only a formal footpath on the western side of the road, up to 339 Yarra Road, with a refuge to connect pedestrians to a gravel path. This footpath will upgrade the gravel path on the eastern side of the road, from the refuge to Homestead Road. This will ensure there is a safe and more accessible footpath for everyone to use.

Questions?

Ask a question online, call us on 9840 9333 or email us at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.