The long-awaited coastal link between Tennyson and Grange will be completed, with a Linear Park established and funding secured – adding yet another drawcard to the nation's most liveable city.
Minister for Planning and Local Government Josh Teague said the Marshall Liberal Government had committed an additional $7 million to the project, which will ensure the establishment of a shared-use path linking the picturesque neighbourhoods.
"The new path between these two popular beachside suburbs will provide convenient and safe access for locals and visitors to enjoy," Minister Teague said.
"It will showcase our city's beautiful coastline and contribute to the Government's vision of creating a continuous 70 kilometre shared-use track from North Haven to Sellicks Beach," he said.
"Adelaide's coast is the envy of many across the globe and contributes to making this city the most liveable in the country.
"I thank all of those who contributed to the community consultation process – you have helped shape this important public asset," he said.
The Coastal Park aims to increase recreation and outdoor opportunities for people of all abilities and ages.
Member for Colton Matt Cowdrey said this is an exciting moment for everyone who lives in, or visits, Adelaide's coastal communities.
"We are delivering the final stages of this accessible and uninterrupted path that will run from one end of our metro coast to the other," he said.
The next step will be for the Government to work with the City of Charles Sturt, residents and environmental groups in development more detailed designs, including landscaping.
A Linear Park has already been established on land between Third Avenue, Semaphore and the northern edge of the Wara Wayingga-Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve.
The Department of Infrastructure and Transport will oversee the construction of the paths.
