In 2022, we proposed to build a 3m wide pedestrian and cycle bridge on Pittwater Road, Queenscliff as part of our Move – Northern Beaches Transport Strategy. This came as a response to community requests for improved cycling safety over Manly Lagoon.

We engaged the community on this proposal and received 285 comments, with 94% supporting the bridge. Their feedback emphasised safety concerns and the current bridge's narrowness leading to cyclist-pedestrian conflicts and traffic proximity issues. Additional details can be found in the Community Engagement Report.

This feedback helped secure our Get NSW Active funding application from Transport for NSW, leading to a $3.95m grant for the project.

The project will include a 4m wide pedestrian and cyclist bridge in Pittwater Road over Manly Creek between the existing shared paths at Aitken Avenue and Hinkler Park to improve bicycle rider and pedestrian safety and access. This also includes a new raised shared user crossing at Aitken Avenue.

We have recently awarded a tender for the project. Our next steps will involve further project development, which will include community consultation on the detailed design.

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