Missing Eastern Suburbs cycling link on the way

Cyclists will soon be able to ride safely from Sydney’s east to the CBD, with work now underway on new pathways through Queens Park.

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Rob Stokes said the new bike and pedestrian paths along Darley Road will form a critical link in the active transport network.

“This project will be welcome news to the many people who visit Centennial Parklands or cycle from the east to the CBD as their journey will no longer be along a goat track on the edge of the park,” Mr Stokes said. 

“We’re replacing it with wider pathways for cyclists and pedestrians, providing safe bike access through the Parklands as well as providing an alternative to driving a car.”

Minister for Transport and Roads Andrew Constance said the works were the result of collaboration between Transport for NSW, Greater Sydney Parklands, and Randwick and Waverley councils.

“This is a fantastic active transport link that will make the journey between the eastern suburbs and the CBD much safer, and will also attract new cyclists,” Mr Constance said.

“It will run along Darley Road, connecting York Road to Carrington Road, and will be complete early next year.”

Member for Vaucluse Gabrielle Upton said there had been strong demand from local residents, park users and cycle advocacy groups for the project to go ahead.

“This is great news, particularly for kids and parents who use Queens Park for weekend sport.  Now they will be able to cycle to sport instead of getting caught in traffic jams,” Ms Upton said. 

Project details can be found on the Centennial Parklands website.