Fact Sheet

Lake Street Shared Path

Overview

 The aim of the project is to provide a safer off-road route for all users
along Lake Street, to improve access to recreational facilities for the
public whilst protecting environmental and cultural values of the area.
 At present it is impossible for pedestrians and cyclists to safely use
Lake Street to access two of Merimbula’s top tourist attractions, Bar
Beach and the Wharf.
 The project was initiated by BOAT (Bureau of Accessible Tourism),
who lobbied the State Government for the $2million in grant funding.

Update
 A feasibility study of options has been completed to assist Council in
consideration of the existing site conditions, available funding and
delivery timeframes.
 Three options were investigated as part of the study:
o Option A – One Way Road with separate path (on closed road
lane)
o Option B – Two Way Road with Shared Path (on road shoulder)
o Option C – Hybrid 2 + 1: Maintain two way road to Bar Beach, one
way road from Bar Beach to Wharf Street
 With the objective of making walking and cycling a more convenient,
safer and enjoyable transport option along this popular destination,
Option A has been identified as the most cost effective and sustainable
option for construction in consideration of the existing funding as well
the most suitable in regards to long term asset management.
 The three options are now on exhibition and Council is seeking
community feedback on the options.
 Funding

 The project is to be entirely funded by a $2,000,000 grant from the

NSW State Government under 2017/18 Active Transport Funding.

 The Active Transport funding is awarded to projects that make

walking and cycling a more convenient, safer and enjoyable
transport option that benefits everyone.

 Out of the three options presented, only Option A is within the $2

million current funding.

Further information
 The project is to be managed and delivered by Bega Valley Shire
Council’s Assets and Operations

 For further information, a detailed questions and answers sheet

can be found at www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au/majorprojects

 To ‘Have your Say’ go to

https://www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au/haveyoursay

 Council’s Project Officer, Bonnie Johnson will be working on the

project part time. Any questions can be emailed to
council@begavalley.nsw.gov.au Subject: Lake Street Shared Path
Feedback.

PO Box 492, Bega NSW 2550

P. (02) 6499 2222
F. (02) 6499 2200
E. council@begavalley.nsw.gov.au
www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au
ABN. 26 987 935 332
DX. 4904 Bega