In short:
Wyndham councillors have unanimously endorsed a draft Active Transport Strategy 2026-2035 for public consultation, outlining plans for new shared paths, footpaths and cycling links across the municipality.
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Wyndham councillors have unanimously backed the public exhibition of a new 10-year Active Transport Strategy, outlining plans for more shared paths, footpaths and safer walking and cycling connections across the municipality.
The draft Wyndham Active Transport Strategy 2026-2035 was approved at the 26 May council meeting and will now go out for community consultation for four weeks in June before returning to council later this year for possible adoption.
Among the key projects flagged are missing shared path links under the rail line in Manor Lakes, along the Werribee River near the Princes Freeway, and potential future bridge connections between Point Cook and Hoppers Crossing.
The strategy also highlights growing concerns around unsafe or non-compliant e-bike use, with safety and accessibility listed as a priority area in the updated plan.
According to the report, Wyndham has already delivered more than 63 kilometres of new paths since the original strategy was adopted in 2020, connecting more than 181 streets and improving access for over 18,000 residents.
Council officers also identified around 35 neighbourhoods that could receive new footpaths where streets currently only have paths on one side. Funding availability will determine the rollout order.
The strategy forms part of Wyndham’s broader transport planning agenda and aims to encourage more walking and cycling as the city continues to grow.
