- More than 140kms of active transport infrastructure to be delivered across regional WA thanks to the Cook Labor Government's WA Bicycle Network Grants Program
- More than $16 million has been awarded towards enhancing walking and riding opportunities
- This State Government is committed to expanding active transport infrastructure and making it a more common choice for people to choose to walk, wheel or ride to get around
Communities across regional Western Australia will benefit from the State Government's WA Bicycle Network Grants, with more than 140km of active transport infrastructure to be delivered over the next four years.
More than $16 million has been awarded for 81 new and pre-committed projects and related initiatives, which will help to create high-quality, safe and accessible walking and riding connections.
The WA Bicycle Network Grants Program matches dollar-for-dollar for up to half of total project costs.
Awarded regional projects span from the Kimberley to the Great Southern. This includes major shared path and tourist trail projects in Kalgoorlie and Wyalkatchem, all of which provide essential connections between town sites and key local destinations and amenities.
Since 2017, the Cook Labor Government has invested or allocated more than $600 million towards expanding WA's active transport network, supporting all Western Australians to walk, wheel and ride as part of their everyday journeys and experiences.
For a full list of funded projects, visit the WA Bicycle Network Grants Program webpage .
As stated by Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Supporting Western Australians to walk, wheel and ride more often relies on a safe, connected and accessible active transport network, linking people with where they need to go.
"Through this Government's record levels of investment, we're making it possible for people of all ages and abilities to choose active transport to move around the State, delivering better connections to public transport, activity centres, schools and other key destinations.
"The revised four-year grants program will help facilitate higher-value projects, ensuring quality planning, design and construction to enhance safety and accessibility of critical active transport routes."
