- Tender awarded for expansion of Wadandi Track in
the State's South West
- Common Ground Trails Pty Ltd to deliver
first section of expansion to one of Australia's longest rail trails
- Cook Labor Government delivering quality
infrastructure across Western Australia
A construction tender has
been awarded to deliver the first sections of new track as part of the Cook
Labor Government's $17.5 million expansion of the Wadandi Track.
Common Ground Trails Pty Ltd has
been awarded the contract, which will see approximately 24 km of new track
completed.
These new sections will
extend the already established track north of Miamup Road, Cowaramup to
Yelverton Road, Yelverton and south from Sebbes Road, Forrest Grove through the
Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park to Maze Road, Karridale.
Works are set to commence within the coming
months. Separate tenders are anticipated to be issued for the remaining
sections of the project later this year.
Construction of the Wadandi Track will be
staged in line with the statutory approvals process and engagement with
adjoining landowners.
The Wadandi Track
showcases rich culture and history along the route, as well as scenic views of
the coast, forests, farms, and vineyards.
It is currently 46
kilometres long across two sections: Busselton Jetty to Carbunup River and
Cowaramup to Sebbes Road, Forest Grove.
Once complete it will
form a continuous trail, almost 110km-long, following the former railway line
from Busselton Jetty to Flinders Bay in Augusta.
Completion of the
Wadandi Track forms part of the Cook Labor Government's $165 million Outdoor
Adventure Tourism packageto support Western
Australians exploring the great outdoors.
It also provides a
transport connection for people to safely travel between towns by bike, as part
of the Cook Labor Government's commitment to supporting active healthy
lifestyles.
The project is being
delivered by the City of Busselton and Shire of Augusta Margaret River in
collaboration with the Department
of Transport and Major Infrastructure.
Comments attributed to Transport and Major Infrastructure Minister Rita
Saffioti:
"Extending the Wadandi
Track will deliver incredible benefits for the South West and better connect
communities across the region.
"These upgrades will
provide a safer and more enjoyable experience for people walking and riding,
support local tourism, and cement the South West as a world-class trail
destination.
"This investment in
quality infrastructure is part of our government's commitment to supporting our
regional economies and helping Western Australians stay active and healthy."
Comments attributed to
South West Minister Don Punch:
"The Wadandi Track is
becoming one of the South West's premier tourism experiences, attracting more
visitors to our region and creating new opportunities for local businesses and
communities.
"This investment is
another example of the Cook Labor Government delivering for regional WA,
creating lasting economic and recreational benefits for the South West while
connecting communities and showcasing the region's spectacular landscapes."
