Navigating the Future: Tweed Shire Council Seeks Input on Active Transport Plans

Tweed Shire Council is actively seeking input from the community to shape the future of walking and cycling in the region. To engage residents in this crucial discussion, a series of online workshops will be conducted starting next week, focusing on the Draft Tweed Pedestrian and Bike Plan.

Designed as a comprehensive, long-term strategy, the plan aims to establish a well-connected community by developing pedestrian and cycling routes and facilities throughout the Tweed Shire. The Council emphasises that the objective is not solely to create new pathways but to foster a healthier and more interconnected Tweed community.

The new Draft Tweed Pedestrian and Bike Plan encourages walking and cycling as the preferred mode of transport which will increase physical activity, enjoyment and be a sustainable transport option now and into the future.

Director of Engineering, David Oxenham, highlighted the significance of public participation in shaping the plan. He expressed that the plan’s vision is to create a safe and accessible network for pedestrians and cyclists, encouraging these modes of transport for increased physical activity, enjoyment, and sustainable transportation options now and in the future.

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The draft plan includes key recommendations and a prioritised action plan, with community input guiding both short-term initiatives (0–5 years) and long-term investments (10+ years). The action plan encompasses various aspects, including the development of a Strategic Cycle Corridor Plan, review of Road Cross Section standard drawing and share path signage, improvements to on-road cyclist awareness and safety campaigns, and the implementation of non-infrastructure opportunities and strategies.

Oxenham stressed the importance of the public exhibition phase, urging residents to participate in online information sessions tailored to specific areas. He encouraged individuals to share their feedback by February 11, 2024, emphasising that the community’s input would remain central to the plan’s outputs and outcomes.

Have your say on the Draft Tweed Pedestrian and Bike Plan by Sunday 11 February 2024.

All online information sessions are scheduled in the evening from 6 pm to 7 pm and cover specific areas:

• On-road cycling session on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, catering to cycling enthusiasts.
• Western areas on Thursday, January 18, 2024, focusing on Murwillumbah, Terranora, Tumbulgum, Uki, Tyalgum, and Burringbar.
• Coastal areas on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, addressing Chinderah, Fingal Head, Kingscliff, Casuarina, Bogangar, and Pottsville.
• Northern areas on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, covering Tweed Heads, Tweed Heads South, Tweed Heads West, Banora Point, and Bilambil Heights.

Residents are encouraged to participate in the online sessions, complete the survey, and register their valuable feedback to contribute to shaping the future of the pedestrian and bike network. For more information and registration, visit here.

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