The first two stages of the Yan Yean Pipe Track for cyclists and pedestrians in Melbourne’s north are now complete.
Mill Park MP Lily D‘Ambrosio visited the trail and was bullish about the benefits it could have on the community.
“We’re thrilled to see the first two stages of the Yan Yean Pipe Track come to life so that visitors can experience safer and improved connections,” said Ms D’Ambrosio.
The $1 million project has a 1.6 kilometre cycling and walking trail which connects the Darebin Creek Trail to Childs Road in Mill Park.
The paved trail now includes seating, landscaping, and safe road crossings at several locations.
Whittlesea council is working with locals to ensure the project meets the community’s needs when delivering the five-stage project.
Once all five stages of the trail are complete, a 3.75 kilometre stretch of trail will connect walkers, runners, and cyclists to shopping precincts, community facilities, and local schools.
Environment Minister Ingrid Stitt says the Pipe Track ensures more convenient travels for walkers and cyclists.
“This is a great example of how we are working with local government to deliver much-needed connections for commuters,” she said.
Construction of stages 1 and 2 of Yan Yean Pipe Track was part of the state government’s $9.8 million investment to deliver new cycling and walking trails in Melbourne’s north as part of the Northern Metropolitan Trails Program.
