Bawley Point and Kioloa communities are better connected thanks to completion of the Bawley Point Shared User Path project, a new 1km shared user path that runs alongside Murramarang Road.
The new shared user path runs south from the Racecourse Beach car park in Bawley Point to the Tasman Holiday Park and forms part of the missing link between the townships of Bawley Point and Kioloa.
The shared user path was part-funded by the Australian Government, which contributed $300,000 towards the project.
Shoalhaven City Council Mayor Amanda Findley thanked the Australian Government for their support and also praised the local community for helping to bring the Community Connect project to life.
"The Bawley Point Kioloa Termeil Community Association has been pivotal in really driving this connection between Bawley Point and Kioloa," said Clr Findley.
"Volunteers have given a lot of their time to this project, constructing most of the path leading up to the car park.
"This path provides local residents and tourists with a safe walking and cycling route for exercise, access to the village shops, beaches and caravan parks."
The project also involved extension of the existing drainage culverts, handrails at these culverts, incorporation of drop-edge beams to keep fill underneath the slab.
"Creating easy connections makes for an inclusive community and this new shared pathway means everyone has safe and easy access to the things they need," said Clr Findley.
"Residents and visitors can leave the car at home, save on petrol money, and get some exercise in a safe environment.
"It's perfect timing in the lead up to summer when we ramp up our outdoor activities and welcome visitors to the region," said Clr Findley.
The path will eventually be extended a further 2.2 km to connect the existing path at Kioloa. Council is currently seeking grant funding for construction of the missing link.
