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\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nDevonport Council has released a draft five-year walking and cycling strategy for public comment by 28 May which proposes bike paths through the city centre.<\/p>\n
The council has issued cycling strategies in the past, but this is the first time it has combined them with walking and addresses the lack of safe cycling access through the middle of town.<\/p>\n
The strategy focuses on improving path quality; safer sharing of paths, roads and reserves; and filling in the network\u2019s missing links. It\u2019s also looking at implementing active transport corridors that prioritise walking and riding through new shared user paths.<\/p>\n
On top of the strategic connections, it\u2019s also attempting to address issues that have been raised by the community, such as poor maintenance of paths, lack of safe road crossings and shared path etiquette.<\/p>\n
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Most of Devonport\u2019s cycling infrastructure consists of shared paths, with some painted on-road lanes, which inevitably leads to conflict when useage increases. As the strategy states: \u201cAs the path network gaps are being completed and upgrades to priority routes to meet desirable standards, we are observing the increase in commuter riding numbers.\u201d<\/p>\n
Proposed actions include:<\/p>\n
upgrading road crossings to modern designs
\nimproving maintenance inspections to ensure path defects are identified earlier
\nwidening shared user paths where demand is high
\nmore path etiquette and wayfinding signage
\nbanning bikes and scooters on some city centre paths
\nnew shared user paths for riding in East Devonport, Spreyton and the city centre.<\/p>\n
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Mayor Alison Jarman said the strategy reflects the evolving needs of the community.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis strategy is about creating a safer, more connected Devonport where people of all ages and abilities can confidently choose to walk or ride,\u201d Mayor Jarman said.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve seen significant growth in our pathway network over recent years, including connections through the Coastal Pathway to Latrobe, Spreyton and Ulverstone. This plan ensures we continue that momentum in a coordinated and strategic way.\u201d<\/p>\n
To read the strategy and make your comments visit: www.devonport.tas.gov.au\/draft-walking-and-riding-strategy-2026-2031\/<\/a><\/p>\n Like our articles?<\/p>\n Become a Member and help fund our advocacy work.<\/p>\n