Council has obtained grant funding from TfNSW to construct the George Street East Pedestrian and Cyclist Paths. Construction is expected to begin in 2024.
To improve access to the CBD from the east along the river, Council will deliver:
- a combination of shared path and exclusive pedestrian and cyclist paths through Queens Wharf Reserve between Alfred Street and George Street, Parramatta
- a raised pedestrian and cyclist crossing over River Road West east of Alfred Street is proposed
- two speed humps and a contraflow bike lane on the northern side of Noller Parade, Parramatta.
The George Street East pedestrian and cyclist paths will result in a higher quality, safer, pedestrian and cyclist experience along the southern river foreshore. It will complement existing Council and State Government walking and cycling initiatives such as the Alfred Street Bridge, PLR “Active Transport Link” that terminates at Alfred Street, as well as the Alfred Street Pedestrian and Cyclist Upgrade.
This will give all workers, residents and visitors new and improved access to the foreshore in Sydney’s Central River City.