Bellarine Rail Trail users can now access Eastern Gardens via a direct pathway.
Pedestrians, cyclists and other active users will benefit from the improved shared path connections in East Geelong, Lara and Corio.
The new Boundary Road shared path helps Greater Geelong residents in the eastern suburbs to travel from the Bellarine Rail Trail through to Eastern Gardens.
The path is linked to the wider trail network, connecting the Barwon River Trail, Bellarine Rail Trail, Eastern Gardens, Waterfront and the Bay Trail.
In addition, the Boundary Road path features a new type of crossing called a Shared User Path (SUP) crossing.
The crossing gives cyclists and pedestrians right of way over motorists with the added benefit of allowing cyclists to cross without having to get off their bikes.
The crossing area is recognised by its yellow pavement, with ‘Give Way’ signs on both sides.
Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan said the shared trail developments and crossings would provide further encouragement for residents to remain active.
“We all understand the benefits of cycling, running or walking and these improved connections will assist people across the region to get out and about,” he said.
“The projects are about filling in gaps within the broader network and building new trails across the region.”
Shared Trails portfolio chair Cr Jim Mason indicated there were further exciting developments on the horizon.
“The City is installing these types of crossings on shared paths across the region, so our residents might also see them in new locations soon,” he said.
