City of Parramatta Council has completed work on the first two sites of its Eastern Parramatta River – Cyclist and Pedestrian Improvement Project, which it says will make walking, riding and exploring the area even easier.
Upgrades to George Kendall Riverside Park and Baludarri Walk were both recently completed by Council, marking a major milestone in the revitalisation program of the river’s eastern foreshore across five sites.
Lord Mayor, Martin Zaiter said the completed works were an exciting step forward in bringing Council’s long-term river vision to life.
“These upgrades will create a greener, healthier and more connected river corridor for people to enjoy now and into the future,” Lord Mayor Zaiter said.
“This is another example of Council working closely with our community and state partners to deliver improved infrastructure for the future.
“Our community provided overwhelmingly positive feedback when the project was on public exhibition late last year, and we made changes to the concept designs based on what people told us. We have added more water fountains, bike hoops and even a bike repair station, so everyone can have a great day out and enjoy the facilities.”
The project will deliver upgrades across five key sites along the eastern foreshore: George Kendall Riverside Park; Baludarri Walk; Rangihou Reserve; Reid Park and Royal Shores – helping realise Council’s broader Central River Parklands vision, which aims to transform Parramatta River into a vibrant, accessible green space through the heart of the City.
Planned upgrades include upgrading the existing shared path to be wider or into new separated paths, new trees and lighting, as well as a new bridge at Royal Shores.
George Kendall Riverside Park features separated walking and cycling paths lined with additional trees, making it safer and more comfortable for all park users.
Baludarri Boardwalk includes ecologically sensitive lighting to provide a safer and more enjoyable walk between Western Sydney University and the CBD, particularly in winter, all while preserving the surrounding wetland environment.
Construction on the remaining sites in the Eastern Parramatta River Paths improvement program – Rangihou Reserve, Reid Park and Royal Shores – is expected to be completed over the next two years.
The project is funded by the NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program.
For more information, visit Eastern Parramatta River – Cyclist and Pedestrian Improvement Project.
