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Community feedback sought as major beachfront walking and cycling network expansion moves forward
The City of Gold Coast has started community consultation for a major 36-kilometre Oceanway coastal path project aimed at improving walking and cycling connections along the city’s coastline. The project will focus on creating safer, more accessible and better-connected pathways for residents and visitors.
The proposed Oceanway improvements will cover several important coastal sections, including areas around Main Beach, Mermaid Beach, Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach and Currumbin. Community members are being invited to provide feedback on features such as safety, accessibility, landscaping, shade areas and public amenities.
The Gold Coast coastline is one of Queensland’s most popular destinations, attracting millions of visitors each year. A connected coastal pathway would provide benefits for pedestrians, cyclists, families and tourists while supporting healthier and more sustainable transport options.
Council officials said community feedback will help guide the planning and design of remaining sections of the Oceanway. The project aims to balance recreational needs with coastal protection requirements, especially in areas affected by erosion and changing weather conditions.
Coastal infrastructure is a major focus for the Gold Coast as the city continues to manage population growth, tourism demand and environmental challenges. Improving public spaces along the coastline is expected to strengthen the city’s reputation as a lifestyle and tourism destination.
The Oceanway project could also provide economic benefits by encouraging more visitors to explore different parts of the coastline. Increased pedestrian and cycling activity may support nearby cafes, shops, tourism operators and local businesses.
Engineers are also considering new construction approaches for some sections where traditional coastal pathways face challenges due to wave impact and erosion risks. The project forms part of broader investment in protecting and improving Gold Coast beaches and public areas.
For local residents, the upgraded pathway network would create more opportunities for outdoor recreation, exercise and community connection. Better coastal access is expected to benefit people of all ages, including walkers, runners, cyclists and families.
The consultation period will help shape the future design of the Oceanway, with community input playing an important role in determining how the coastline develops over coming years.
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The City of Gold Coast has started community consultation for a major 36-kilometre Oceanway coastal path project aimed at improving walking and cycling connections along the city’s coastline. The project will focus on creating safer, more accessible and better-connected pathways for residents and visitors.
The proposed Oceanway improvements will cover several important coastal sections, including areas around Main Beach, Mermaid Beach, Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach and Currumbin. Community members are being invited to provide feedback on features such as safety, accessibility, landscaping, shade areas and public amenities.
The Gold Coast coastline is one of Queensland’s most popular destinations, attracting millions of visitors each year. A connected coastal pathway would provide benefits for pedestrians, cyclists, families and tourists while supporting healthier and more sustainable transport options.
Council officials said community feedback will help guide the planning and design of remaining sections of the Oceanway. The project aims to balance recreational needs with coastal protection requirements, especially in areas affected by erosion and changing weather conditions.
Coastal infrastructure is a major focus for the Gold Coast as the city continues to manage population growth, tourism demand and environmental challenges. Improving public spaces along the coastline is expected to strengthen the city’s reputation as a lifestyle and tourism destination.
The Oceanway project could also provide economic benefits by encouraging more visitors to explore different parts of the coastline. Increased pedestrian and cycling activity may support nearby cafes, shops, tourism operators and local businesses.
Engineers are also considering new construction approaches for some sections where traditional coastal pathways face challenges due to wave impact and erosion risks. The project forms part of broader investment in protecting and improving Gold Coast beaches and public areas.
For local residents, the upgraded pathway network would create more opportunities for outdoor recreation, exercise and community connection. Better coastal access is expected to benefit people of all ages, including walkers, runners, cyclists and families.
The consultation period will help shape the future design of the Oceanway, with community input playing an important role in determining how the coastline develops over coming years.
