Hawthorndene New Footpath Network Study

Thank you for your feedback, this consultation is now closed and under review.

Background

Council has previously consulted with the community on proposed new footpaths on a street-by-street basis based on a number of technical considerations. As part of this study, we want to involve the community earlier in the process to understand where improvements need to be made to create a connected network that meets community need. We want to hear your stories about where you are travelling and how you get there.

Over the last few years, Council has received a number of new footpath requests from many residents in Hawthorndene, that have been investigated and prioritised. Council has also been working closely with Hawthorndene Primary School to improve and promote safe active travel to and from school, with one of the main elements of this being an extended footpath network. We are looking to extend this conversation with the wider community which will assist us with identifying gaps right across the suburb.

The Hawthorndene Footpath Network Study has been endorsed and funded as part of the 2024/25 New Footpath Program.

What we want to understand

The map below displays our suburb focus area and the existing footpath network (blue lines), which shows current network gaps. What we want to understand is:

• As a member of the local community, where would you like to see a new footpath/s installed?
• What new links will improve the overall network and connectivity for the Hawthorndene community?
• How do you access local parks, open space facilities, businesses and public transport?

How can you provide feedback?

The map tool below (opening June 11) will allow you to pin your first, second and third preferences for new footpaths (one of each). For each preference there are a few questions to help us understand your preference and needs. Suggestions for new footpaths outside of the focus area, will be noted and used to inform future links in the area.

Community drop-in sessions:

• Wednesday 19th June 3pm - 5pm - Suffolk Reserve Gazebo
• Thursday 27th June 3pm - 5pm - Apex Park Gazebo

Where can you find more information?

Answers to a number of frequently asked questions can be found in the FAQ tab on the right.

The focus of this study is on new footpaths and linking the existing footpath network. If there are any existing footpath that require maintenance, please raise a maintenance request via the 'Report a hazardous or damaged footpath' link on the right of this page.