Construction on a new walkway and footbridge that will provide safe pedestrian and cycle access to key Warkworth destinations began in January.
Located at the northern end of Kowhai Park, the walkway links the community transport hub, Warkworth Showgrounds and Heritage Lane.
Rodney Local Board chair Brent Bailey says that walkways and cycleways are a priority for the local board and community, especially in towns like Warkworth where rapid population growth is taking place.
“People often tell us that they and their children want to be able to walk and cycle safely outside their homes and to school. The new shared walkway being built in Kowhai Park offers all this and so much more,” he explains.
“It is ideal for pedestrians, cyclists and for push chairs as there are no steps. Families can walk or cycle safely to play sports, catch a bus or just enjoy a bush walk. The scenery is stunning, and the route is safe and well away from State Highway One.”
Specialist track and bridge contractors are working on the project which consists of a 380-metre-long walkway, that includes a 300-metre concrete footpath, and an 80-metre elevated timber boardwalk and bridge, which crosses a steep gully – and is budgeted to cost $1.1 million.
The bridge and boardwalk span floodplain areas along the path. Up to six metres above ground at its highest point, the boardwalk will offer stunning views of the surrounding bush and of birds flying above and between the canopy trees.
Construction is expected to take about four months and be completed in May.
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