South Urunga Shared Path Project

• Project value$3.37M
• Project scheduleDesign

Project Description

The new three metre wide Shared Use Path will expand upon the existing footpath and Shared Use Path network in Urunga, improving connectivity and accessibility and supporting additional tourism opportunities for the shire. The proposed alignment will provide a continuous walking and cycling path between Giinagay Way in the South of Urunga, the Urunga Wetlands, Urunga CBD and to the existing Hungry Head Shared Use Path.

Timeline 

Construction is expected to commence on the project in the second half of 2026 and is scheduled for completion by mid-2027. 

Funding 

Bellingen Shire Council have secured $3.37M in grant funding through the Federal Government’s Active Transport Fund Program administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts. The program provides funding opportunities for projects that encourage an increase in active transport through the upgrade of existing and construction of new bicycle and walking pathways across Australia.

Project Scope 

• Concrete and pavement work
• Kerb and drainage work
• Road and driveway crossing work
• New retaining structures and batter treatments
• New bench seats and shade trees
• Signage, line marking and wayfinding

Planned shared use path connecting Giinagay Way in the South of Urunga, the Urunga Wetlands and Urunga CBD to the existing Hungry Head Shared Use Path.