Betterment of Wollombi Walking Trail to Shared Pathway

• Project typeShared Pathway
• Project value$250,000
• Project scheduleApril 2025 - June 2025 (weather permitting)

Background

The Betterment of Wollombi Walking Trail to a Shared Pathway project will create a vital connection between the village centre and the historic Cunneen’s Bridge. Designed to benefit locals, user groups, tourists, and heritage enthusiasts, the pathway will enhance access to this significant site, encouraging visitors to experience its historical importance while supporting opportunities for expanded European and Aboriginal heritage interpretation in the area.

Funding

This project is made possible through the $70 million Community Assets Program (CAP), part of the $207 million Community Local Infrastructure Recovery Package (CLIRP 2022). Funded by the Australian and NSW governments, the CAP aims to support social recovery in Local Government Areas impacted by the February and June 2022 severe weather and flood events. Through this program, Cessnock City Council has secured funding to restore and improve local community infrastructure for long-term resilience and progress.

Scope of works

Works include upgrading Wollombi Walking Trail to improve access and install historically appropriate curb and guttering using flood resilient materials.

The works include:

• Leveling of grades to allow better access and parking;
• Roadside drainage improvements including some kerb and drainage structures;
• Construction of decomposed granite paths between Wollombi Road and Cunneen’s Bridge

Monthly update

Location

Traffic Management

A Traffic Management Plan will be in place for the duration of the works and signage will be displayed at various locations to inform the residents and road users. Traffic control and reduced speed limits will be in place for the duration of the works.