Works on an extension to the Yanha Gurtji shared path network in Shepparton have been completed.
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Greater Shepparton City Council said the new shared path — which is 750m long and 2.5m wide to accommodate and promote pedestrian, pram and cyclist use — provided opportunities for active living and the promotion of healthy lifestyles to the community.
It also provides opportunities to promote Shepparton as an ideal cycling destination for visitors and tourists.
“A lot of time has gone into planning and executing this shared path and we couldn’t be happier with the end result,” council director of infrastructure Gary Randhawa said.
“I would like to thank the Greater Shepparton community for being patient and understanding while we completed the path, we believe it was worth the wait.
“The Yanha Gurtji shared path now travels through Greater Shepparton, showcasing our beautiful landscape and river views. We hope this new extension is utilised and enjoyed by cyclists and pedestrians.”
Yanha Gurtji shared path extension works, stage two: Waters Rd to The Boulevard. Photo: Supplied.
The extension works were split into two stages along the Goulburn River, west of Waters Reserve and through to The Boulevard via Waters Rd, Shepparton.
The path has been constructed with an asphalt surface, replacing the informal earthen path.
This formalisation of the path to asphalt increases safety, provides all-weather accessibility to its users and reduces maintenance. The path also provides greater opportunities for the community to experience our natural river and bushland environment.
The distinctive ‘porous’ asphalt surface is a construction consideration for areas near native trees, which enables water to permeate to the tree’s root systems and to maintain tree health, according to council.
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