Illawarra Ramblers received an email updating us about the Grand Pacific walk. Google AI kindly offered me a summary which I am, as Editor, gladly using because my end of year brain is not functioning fully! If you would like to read the full article I can send it to you. Message me at president@illawarraramblers.com.au

You can also contact Jeremy Morgan Manager Project Delivery Wollongong City Council Telephone (02) 4227 7111

Project Overview and Purpose

• The Grand Pacific Walk aims to enhance pedestrian and cyclist access along Wollongong’s coastline.
• The Austinmer section spans approximately 1.5 km, connecting key local destinations.

Community Feedback and Design Changes

• Increased path width to 2.5 meters for safety.
• Addressed concerns about user conflicts, especially with e-bikes.
• No loss of parking spaces along Lawrence Hargrave Drive.

Construction Timeline and Challenges

• Construction will occur in stages, avoiding summer holidays.
• Section between Austinmer Beach Carpark and Little Austinmer Lane requires additional design work due to constraints.