Wilson Street Shared Bike Path Project

Last Updated: 8 August 2022

The construction of the Wilson Street shared bike and pedestrian path is tracking along, riding into town in October or November 2022.

The Town is now constructing the Wilson Street shared bike and pedestrian path, which will link the cycle network from Redbank Bridge to Cooke Point Drive and McGregor Street in Port Hedland.

This project is made possible by a Western Australia Bicycle Network (WABN) grant from the Department of Transport.

 

Project Benefits

  • Full connection between Port and South Hedland for cyclists and pedestrians.
  • Improves safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians along Wilson Street.
  • Encourages active lifestyles by providing an additional pathway.
  • Strengthens Hedland's overall pathway network to improve amenity and livability.
  • Recognises the heavy vehicle use of Wilson Street and reduces safety risks.

Click here to access the informational flyer.

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What is the Western Australia Bicycle Network (WABN) Plan 2014-2031?

The WABN Plan aims to make WA a place where cycling is safe, connected, and convenient and a widely accepted form of transport. The Plan was originally released on 29 March 2014, following an extensive public consultation period during which over 500 submissions were received.

Click here for more information.

This Project is made possible by the WA Department of Transport.