Weilmoringle’s FIRST ever shared path completed

Brewarrina Shire Council is celebrating a major milestone after the final features of Weilmoringle’s first-ever shared path were recently completed. Proudly funded by Transport for NSW and their Get Kids Active program, the brand-new almost two-kilometre shared path has significantly improved safety, accessibility and linked key locations in the village.

Construction of the two-metre-wide pathway from Wytalibah Aboriginal Reserve to Weilmoringle Post Office and Weilmoringle Public School was completed earlier this year, with the final touches, including solar lighting and shaded seating recently added to finalise the essential project.

General Manager for Brewarrina Shire Council David Kirby said the importance of key critical infrastructure such as shared paths and footpaths is an understated achievement and one he is particularly proud of.

“This is the first ever formalised shared path (or footpath) for Weilmoringle. Not only bringing connectivity and improving safety, but also promoting health and wellbeing, particularly for children and elderly residents,” said Mr Kirby. […]

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Brewarrina Council David Kirby with Deputy Mayor Vivian Slack Smith and Minister for Roads and Regional Transport Jenny Aitchison. Photo TWH