More and more people are opting for two wheels over four in the greater Manly area on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the high-density region being notorious for traffic congestion and limited parking.
Bit by bit, the region is coming of age infrastructure-wise, with the latest addition being the completion of a much-needed new cycling and pedestrian bridge crossing Manly Lagoon at Queenscliff.
A significant investment of $4.5M, the new bridge is 4 metres wide and will help reduce congestion while offering a safer route for those walking or riding between Manly and the Warringah Mall.
Sue Heins, Mayor of the Northern Beaches, said the bridge is a major milestone for the community, and a project that’s been years in the making.
“Together, the bridge and new crossing will offer a much safer alternative to the narrow footpath on the existing road bridge on Pittwater Road, improving connectivity for locals heading to shops, schools, playgrounds and recreational facilities,” Mayor Heins said.
“The bridge will provide a safer, more accessible route for people walking and bike riding between Aitken Avenue and Hinkler Park, to our wider active transport network,” she added.
State Transport Minister John Graham was at the opening and said the new infrastructure was delivered as part of the NSW Government’s Active Transport Strategy.
“Sydney is becoming a cycling city,” he said. “You can see it in the number of people getting on a bike for everyday trips. But we need the infrastructure to match that shift. By fixing this chokepoint, we’re making it easier for more people to leave the car at home, save on costs and get around in a healthier, more sustainable way.”
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