Main Yarra Trail Extension
We’re extending the Main Yarra Trail to provide a seamless connection from Warrandyte to the CBD. The shared trail will benefit pedestrians and cyclists by joining the Main Yarra Trail, Mullum Mullum Trail and the Eastlink Trail together.
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Where is it?
We’re building the trail in four stages: Beasley’s Nursery to Alexander Road, Alexander Road to Pound Road, Pound Road to Taroona Avenue, and Taroona Avenue. Find out more about the trail sections in our flyer.
Why is the trail extension needed?
The Main Yarra Trail extension will connect the Main Yarra Trail, Mullum Mullum Trail and the Eastlink Trail together, providing a seamless connection from Warrandyte to Melbourne CBD. The trail will provide a safe and convenient route for pedestrians and cyclists to commute to school, shops and work, promoting physical activity and active lifestyles within our community. This crucial link to the Melbourne CBD will also be a drawcard for recreational cyclists and tourists.
The trail is listed in several of Manningham’s strategic plans, including the Manningham Bicycle Strategy and the Active for Life Recreation Strategy.
When will the works happen?
The plan for this trail has evolved over 20 years and is being built in four sections.
1. Beasley’s Nursery to Alexander Road
Completed in August 2023.
2. Alexander Road to Pound Road
Completed in 2020.
3. Pound Road to Taroona Avenue
The third stage of the trail will provide a connection for pedestrians and cyclists between Pound Road and Taroona Avenue. Considering the challenges and environmental limitations of the area, the design proposes a shared path adjacent to the road. We have explored alternate routes, but the chosen path on the south side of the main road was the best option due to the terrain and non-straightforward connection (diverting down smaller residential streets). This design will provide convenient access for users while preserving the surrounding environment. The path will be made of concrete with an asphalt surface.
In response to feedback about guardrails and fencing, we’ll discuss this further with the Department of Transport and Planning, as they are responsible for arterial roads such as Heidelburg-Warrandyte Road. A road safety assessment will be completed as part of the design process to ensure that all safety elements are considered in the design.
It will likely be built in late 2024, subject to necessary approvals by third-party agencies.
4. Taroona Avenue (entire road)
We’re upgrading the footpath along the entire road, providing a continual connection for the Main Yarra Trail.
Following community feedback in late 2023, we have reduced the path size from a proposed shared path to a footpath. We will also trial a section of stone kerb to help the path better blend with the environment.
The design has been submitted to the Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) for approval. The Wurundjeri re-evaluated the project and wants to undertake some further investigations to ensure we are protecting any potential heritage.
Pending these investigations, we aim to construct this path in the first half of 2024.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this project, ask us online or contact us at 9840 9333 or manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.
