A new shared walking and cycling trail at Beacon Point Reserve was officially opened last week.
Minister for Regional Development Gayle Tierney visited Clifton Springs alongside local MP Alison Marchant to officially open the trail, which is backed by a $284,000 state government investment.
The new trail is the first of its kind to be built at Beacon Point Reserve, which previously had no formal walking tracks or paths.
Around 800 metres of shared trail has been built from the existing beach access point along the foreshore and has new signage and trail information, accessible park furniture and revegetation of native plant species.
“This new trail will make it easier for locals and visitors alike to explore the beautiful Bellarine coastline, while also supporting local jobs and enhancing our region’s natural attractions,” Ms Marchant said.
Works on the shared trail, which were funded and delivered in partnership with City of Greater Geelong, employed local sub-contractors.
Elsewhere on the Bellarine Peninsula $124,000 has been used to upgrade the St Leonards Memorial Hall, $21,000 for works at Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway and $50,000 for refurbishments to Queenscliffe Maritime Museum.
“We’re proud to be investing in projects that capitalise on the natural beauty of some of our most-loved open spaces, encouraging more people to come and enjoy all the Bellarine has to offer,” Ms Tierney said.
“I’m very pleased to officially open the new Beacon Point Shared Trail, which walkers and cyclists are already enjoying since construction finished.”
