Published on Thursday, 22 August 2024 at 9:13:59 AM
MEDIA RELEASE
Community information sessions to discuss Narrogin Williams Rail Trail Study
The Shires of Narrogin and Williams are investigating the feasibility of constructing a recreation trail on the disused railway between Narrogin and Williams and the project has entered an important stage with two community consultation sessions to take place in September.
The Shire has engaged consultants to prepare the Narrogin Williams Rail Trail Feasibility Study. The study is an important step in determining whether a trail for cyclists and hikers along the (currently) disused railway corridor has merit.
The consultant, Mike Maher from Transplan Pty Ltd, will host an ‘Open House’ where members of the community can drop in and discuss the project.
“Engagement with the community is an important part of our work and we are undertaking a thorough process of communicating with individuals, community groups, adjoining landowners and other key stakeholders,” Transplan’s Mike Maher said.
“This consultation builds on the discussions the consultants had with several adjoining landholders in July 2024.”
“There will be no formal presentations at these sessions. People are encouraged to drop in at a time which suits them to have a conversation with us and Council staff about the project” Mr Maher added.
The sessions will provide information about the project via a display and one-on-one conversations as well as providing an opportunity for community members to ask questions.
Session Details:
- Date: Wednesday, 11 September 2024
- Times: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Location: John Higgins Centre, 50 Clayton Road, Narrogin
The drop-in sessions are designed to visually showcase what the rail trail might look like if constructed. The sessions will feature a display of the proposed rail trail, including photos of the current corridor and artist’s impressions of the potential transformation post-construction. The display will also include photographs from other rail trails. The consultation sessions also designed to show solutions for perceived problems, drawing on successful rail trails elsewhere in Australia and New Zealand.
Narrogin Shire President Mr. Leigh Ballard stated, “At this stage, neither Council has yet to formally determine whether it will proceed with the proposed trail but want to better understand the costs and benefits of the trail and its impact on farmers”.
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Further information on this media release may be obtained by contacting Regina Razumovskaya, enquiries@narrogin.wa.gov.au or telephone 08 9890 0900.
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