Residents in Clayfield are voicing their concerns over the proposed design and route for Stage 5 of the North Brisbane Bikeway, which aims to connect Price Street to Kedron Brook.
Read: Locals Have Mixed Reactions To Stage 5 Of North Brisbane Bikeway
The bikeway, located between Dickson Street, Wooloowin and the Kedron Brook Bikeway, is supposed to complete the “final link” between North Brisbane Bikeway and extend its route for a high-quality, active travel facility.
Currently in the community engagement phase, the project was the subject of two e-petitions submitted to Council recently, highlighting the community’s divided opinions on the project.
A Clayfield resident has petitioned the Council not to proceed with Stage 5, citing concerns about the impact on local businesses and parking. The e-petition states, “There are 37 affected businesses and entitled parking will be withdrawn. There is a better route available and overall the project is not in the interest of most folk and not for the common good.”
Another petition, which has garnered over 500 signatures, calls for a comprehensive review of all potential routes for Stage 5. The Clayfield local highlighted the need to consider a “safer, shorter route that connects Kedron State High School and northern suburbs with the North Brisbane Bikeway at Price St.”
It also raises concerns about the “Better for Children Cycling” program, commuter parking, traffic congestion, and impacts on residents and local businesses.
The Council has announced plans to conduct two community working group meetings in the coming months, with updates to be provided to the broader community afterward. The project’s future, including any construction plans, will depend on upcoming funding allocations.
Read: Dickson Street Ranked One of Brisbane’s Most Dangerous for Cyclists
Meanwhile, residents have until 5 November 2024 to show their support for the two e-petitions.
Published 4-September-2024
