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ActivTransport StrategyExecutive Summary ............................................................................................................................ 1Part 1.................................................................................................................................................. 2Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 2Our approach ...................................................................................................................................... 3Council Directions and Objectives....................................................................................................... 4How will Council implement the ATS? ................................................................................................. 5What is Active Transport? ................................................................................................................... 5Why is walking and cycling important? ................................................................................................ 6How would promoting Active transport help the Swan Hill municipality?.............................................. 7What is making it difficult to take up Active Transport in our municipality?........................................... 9What is encouraging the take up of Active Transport? ...................................................................... 10Summary........................................................................................................................................... 12Part 2................................................................................................................................................ 13Implementation Plan ......................................................................................................................... 13References........................................................................................................................................ 25Appendix 1 – Town profiles and maps............................................................................................... 26Appendix 2 – Resources ................................................................................................................... 40 Acknowledgements Swan Hill Rural City Council wishes to thank those who contributed to this strategy and look forward to working in partnership to implement the actions identified.

Swan Hill District Health (SHDH)Robinvale District Health Services (RDHS)Southern Mallee Primary Care Partnership (SMPCP)Swan Hill NOVO Youth CouncilSwan Hill CollegeSt Mary’s MacKillop CollegeManangatang P-12 CollegeManangatang Improvement GroupUltima District Progress AssociationPiangil Community GroupNyah District Action Group Ultima Primary SchoolRobinvale Neighbourhood HouseBikes and Trikes Swan HillSwan Hill IncorporatedWoorinen District Primary SchoolSwan Hill Community Issues GroupAndrew Downes, Senior Constable - Victoria PoliceBicycle Users Group – Swan Hill Jenny Donovan, Inclusive Design

This document has been developed under the Federal Government’s Healthy Communities Initiative program.

Executive Summary Council has a role to play in creating an environment conducive to active transport, particularly through provision of infrastructure, planning and development, and in co-ordinating advocacy and awareness in partnership with health services.

Active transport relates to physical activity undertaken as a means of transport. It includes travel by foot, bicycle and other non-motorised vehicles. Use of public transport is also included in the definition as it often involves some walking or cycling to pick-up and from drop-off points1.

Walking and cycling have many benefits and, for most people, are the most accessible way of getting exercise and getting from point A to B for many journeys. However many indicators suggest we are not using active transport enough, which is leading to significant and growing health and resource consumption problems. Despite the cost of improvements and changes to increase active transport, the impact of not doing anything to community health and resilience is much greater.

The key barriers identified through the community consultation process included:lack of infrastructure (such as bicycle lanes, designated tracks, seating and bike parking)lack of confidence and not feeling safe; andtime restrictions and access to a bicycle.

The below strategies will:1. Improve the provision of quality cycling and walking infrastructure 2. Ensure the integration of cycling, walking and public transport3. Actively support and promote a culture that encourages people to walk, ride and skate

The aim of the Active Transport Strategy (ATS) is to make walking, cycling and using public transport easier for more trips in the Swan Hill municipality. Through identifying strategic walk and cycle networks, other key interventions and addressing key barriers that deter people from walking and cycling, Council hopes to transition to an environment and culture conducive to an active lifestyle. Council is committed to working together with communities, agencies and other levels of government to develop a culture and environment conducive to the use of active transport as one facet of addressing health issues facing our municipality, including:

58.8% of people are overweight or obese compared to 48.6% of Victoria28.9% of people do not meet physical activity guidelinesA higher than average rate of chronic diseases, many of which are directly related to inactivity including:

- Type 2 Diabetes- High cholesterol- Circulatory system disease- Hypertension disease- Respiratory Disease- Musculosketal diseases- Arthritis

Only 37.3% of people visit ‘green spaces’ once a week, compared to 50.7% of Victoria overall.

The ATS includes an implementation plan designed to achieve priority actions within a four year time frame to align with the Council Plan and the Public Health and Wellbeing Plan mandatory reviews.Individual town profiles and priority maps present the key areas and issues identified during community consultation (appendix 1). A background profile document further expands on the information collated during the development of the ATS. This information will be drawn upon during Strategy delivery.

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Part 1 IntroductionThe aim of the Active Transport Strategy (ATS) is to make walking, cycling and using public transport easier for more trips in the Swan Hill municipality. Through identifying strategic walk and cycle networks, other key interventions and addressing key barriers that deter people from walking and cycling, Council hopes to transition to an environment and culture that supports the people of Swan Hill to enjoy all the benefits of an active lifestyle.

The municipality has a higher than average rate of chronic diseases, many of which are directly related to inactivity. Creating an environment and culture conducive to use of active transport is a shared responsibility with other government bodies (such as health authorities). Council is in a position to make a critical contribution to this goal because of our key role in showing leadership, provision of infrastructure, planning and development.

• Swan Hill Rural City is a walking-friendly, cycling-friendly and public transport-friendly municipality.Vision:

• To make walking, cycling and using public transport easier for more trips in the Swan Hill municipality.

Aim: • Co-ordinate Council’s actions.• Implement a Hearts and Minds (culture change) strategy in partnership with health services.

• Improve the appeal of walking/cycling relative to driving• Give people real choice.• Change the balance of influences on transport choice in our municipality by making walking and cycling more appealing, rather than deny car use.

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Our approach Although Council is in a position to have a significant contribution to transitioning the municipality to a culture where walking and cycling is the preferred mode of transport, it is a shared responsibility.

Developing an environment where walking and cycling become a more attractive option requires the involvement of all levels of government, a range of organisations, businesses and participation of community as well as the individuals themselves.

Council is committed to working together with communities, agencies and other levels of government to achieve this vision.

Council has the ability to have a positive impact through specific functions, such as land use planning, infrastructure, bringing key players together and advocacy. The ATS will integrate and work across a range of other strategies and initiatives to assist Council deliver functions as required under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and Local Government Act 1989.

Alongside ATS partners, Council aims to deliver strategic actions that will achieve best value outcomes long term. The ATS is a long term document involving a mix of short, medium and long term actions.

The scope of the ATS is the activities that align with the Local Government Act 1989. Physical activity as a means of transport is the key focus. Walking and cycling for recreational purposes will be addressed also, although is not the key focus. Delivering programs for external bodies, like bike education in school, does not directly form part of the strategy although the strategy seeks to provide a conducive environment for these programs to take place.

Figure 1: Scope of the ATS


Council Directions and ObjectivesCouncil Plan The Council Plan 2013-17 articulates the municipality’s strategic direction and sets the vision for the future. The ATS is an integral aspect to achieving Council’s Vision and Mission statement, delivering outcomes in line with all four of the key strategic areas outlined, particularly Community Health and Wellbeing. The ATS identifies ‘priority routes’ for walking and cycling to allow for strategic use of resources. Policy changes The development of the ATS has involved a review of all current Council policies and strategies to enable integration of the ATS into Council operations.

Updated policies include the: Documents that make direct reference to the Active Transport Strategy:

• Health and Wellbeing Directive• Work/Life Balance Employee Handbook• Motor Vehicle Use Directive• Youth Engagement Policy• Public Policy – Recreation, Culture and Leisure

• Council Plan 2013-2017• Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2013-17• Sustainable Living Strategy 2010-2014• Resilience Action Strategy 2012-2015• Youth Strategy 2013-2017• Disability Action Plan 2012-2015

Relevant strategic documents The following documents further contribute to the health and wellbeing of local communities.

Federal, State and other agency plans Swan Hill Rural City Council plans

• National Cycling Strategy 2011-2016• Victoria’s Cycling Strategy “Cycling into the Future”

2013–2023• Local Government Act 1989• Public Health and Wellbeing Action 2008• Southern Mallee Primary Care Partnership Strategic

Plan 2013-2017• Local Integrated Health Promotion Plans

(Swan Hill District Health and Robinvale District Health Services)

• Pedestrian Access Plan 2010• State Planning Policy Framework • Victorian Road Safety Strategy, 2013-2022• Victorian State Disability Plan, 2013-2016• Loddon Mallee Regional Strategic Plan – Northern

Region (2010)

• Council Plan 2013-2017 • Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2013-2017• Council Community Plans • Resilience Action Strategy 2012-2015• Council Planning Scheme • Sustainable Living Strategy 2010-2014 • Draft Cultural Plan 2014-2018• Child and Youth Friendly Charter• Swan Hill Residential Development Strategy

2006-2030• Robinvale 2030 Land Use Strategy • Tourism Strategy 2010-2013• Municipal Early Years Plan 2013-2017• Youth Strategy 2009-2013• Disability Action Plan 2012-2015• Recreation Reserve Master Plans• Parks and Reserves Management Strategy• Swan Hill Riverfront Masterplan 2013• Economic Development Strategy 2011-16• Draft Domestic Animal Management Plan

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How will Council implement the ATS?The ATS will be implemented through a series of actions. These actions will be the responsibility of Council departments who are best situated to progress and achieve. The ATS implementation plan is designed to achieve its actions within a four year time frame to align with the Council Plan and the Public Health and Wellbeing Plan mandatory reviews.

ReportingThis document will be reported upon every six months as part of the Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2013-2017 reporting framework. The Active Transport Steering Committee will meet each reporting period.

ReviewThe ATS will be reviewed every four years. What is Active Transport? “Active transport relates to physical activity undertaken as a means of transport. It includes travel by foot, bicycle and other non-motorised vehicles. Use of public transport is also included in the definition as it often involves some walking or cycling to pick-up and from drop-off points”

- Be Active Australia: A Framework for Health Sector Action for Physical Activity 2005-2010

The ATS will also incorporate, to a lesser degree, recreational walking, cycling, skating and scooting as it will have indirect impacts on achieving a culture shift towards the use of active transport by helping people become comfortable and more confident on the road.


Why is walking and cycling important?An active lifestyle results in a healthier, happier and more productive life.

Increased physical activity can:Assist with weight controlReduce risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type two diabetes and some cancersLower blood fats and blood pressureBuild and maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints (reducing arthritis, falls and injury risks in later life)Reduce stress, anxiety and depressionSupport a sense of self esteem.

Inactivity makes it more likely that people will suffer poor health, diminished achievement in life, diminished independence and increased rates of social isolation. Physical activity can lead to improved social connections and greater inclusion for those most vulnerable.

The health risks of insufficient physical activity is highest in those marginalised in our community. Active transport is the most accessible form of transport and activity. It helps people become and stay independent and contribute to their community, and is more environmentally sustainable.

Australian adults are costing the healthcare system an avoidable $1.5 billion a year, with almost nine million Australian adults not doing enough physical exercise.

Physically inactivity also has negative results on the economy costing employers through reduced productivity.

According to Infrastructure Australia the economic benefits of walking are estimated at about $2.12 per kilometre walked per person. While another study2 shows that each additional kilometre walked per day was associated with a 4.8 per cent reduction in the odds of being obese.

Economic benefits of a physically active community affect many aspects of community life and range from more productive workplaces, fewer medical expenses and a region that enjoys the opportunities created by a healthy lifestyle.

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How would promoting Active transport help the Swan Hill municipality? Active transport is a form of activity that can be accessible to the majority of the community, not just those who can afford to play sport or go to the gym. It embeds physical activity as a way of life andpromotes social connections.

Health and wellbeing The statistics highlight the need for increased use of active transport within the municipality.

ObesityIn the Swan Hill municipality, 58.8 per cent of people are overweight or obese compared to 48.6 percent of Victoria as a whole. Males had a slightly higher percentage of being overweight or obese at 63.3 per cent (57.2 per cent for Victoria) compared to females at 52.5 per cent (40.3 per cent for Victoria) (PHWP 2013). Physical activityThe National Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults are at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most, preferably all, days. In our municipality, 28.9 per cent of people do not meet these guidelines. Victoria-wide 27.4 per cent of people do not meet the guidelines.

Physical activity - youthIn 2009, 14.5 per cent of adolescents surveyed in the Loddon Mallee region did the recommended amount of physical activity every day. This was higher than the proportion reported across Victoria (12.3 per cent).

Spending time outdoorsTime spent in green space is a significant factor of emotional and physical health. In 2011 surveys3 found only 37.3 per cent of people in our municipality visited ‘green spaces’ more than once per week, considerably lower than 50.7 per cent of Victoria overall.

““Promoting physical activity is the ssingle greatest advance that Council

ccan make to support the health of the SSwan Hill community”

Gayle Taylor, Swan Hill District Health, Manager Health Promotion


Transport Driving is the dominant mode of travel to work or study for most Australian adults, even for short distances over which walking and cycling are realistic alternatives - 14 per cent of the Australian adult population drive less than five kilometres each way to work or study, and another 16.5 per cent drive between five and 10 kilometres.

Shifting just a small proportion of these short distance commutes to walking and cycling can lead to positive outcomes for the transport system, the environment, health and liveability of communities within the municipality.

Method of travel to work

Number 2011 Percent Victoria percent

Car 5656 70.8 66.4

Public transport 39 0.5 9.3

Bike 49 0.6 1.2

Walked only 561 7.0 3.3

According to the 2011 Census data, 78 per cent of work journeys were by car drivers, while less than one per cent were by public transport. Since 2006, the percentage of residents travelling to work from Swan Hill by car has increased by three percent . 4

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Jenny Donovan, Inclusive Design, Principal


What is making it difficult to take up Active Transport in our municipality?Information was collected from the community through surveys, workshops and meetings. The information gathered indicated that walking or cycling is not the default way of thinking for the majority of people in the Swan Hill municipality. The results also highlighted some of the more significant deterrents to active transport.

Bike riding/cycling

Other concerns not highlighted here included crossing key roads in certain locations, such as the Murray Valley Highway in Piangil and Swan Hill.

Trucks ruled out some journeys for people, particularly those living outside townships.

Poor maintenance of current cycling infrastructure (e.g. cycle lanes) and roads without shoulders were the key concern of road cyclists –the majority cycling for recreation.

Some people felt they lived too far from work or school to ride with their time restrictions.

Walking Lack of interesting places to walk was also a common theme with people wanting to walk.

Other concerns not highlighted here included


What is encouraging the take up of Active Transport? The Walking and Cycling in Our Region survey revealed that there were diverse motivators to getting people out of their cars and walking or cycling5.

As indicated in the table above, health and fitness, getting outdoors and fun/enjoyment were the top three motivators identified in the survey. The ATS seeks to recognise these factors and create circumstances where these become the dominant influences on people’s choices.

The relatively flat topography, and current designated walking/cycling tracks (although limited) were also highlighted. Programs coordinated by health services such as the Swan Hill District Health pedometer challenge were recognised for their ability to get people walking (see Active Transport Issues Profile 2014 for full survey findings).

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Where are we now? Currently the factors encouraging use of cars for transport are outweighing the factors influencing active transport use.

People make decisions based on multiple issues. Some of these issues relate to their own hopes, concerns and values, some to their surroundings.

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walking and cycling become real options As indicated in the diagram below, people’s decisions to ride, walk or drive are based on the weight they give to the different factors they are aware of.

For example, convenience of driving versus health benefits of walking. This might be calledthe balance of influences. When people choose to drive they are placing greater importance on those benefits that driving make possible.

The Swan Hill municipality has a “pro car bias”, where the balance of influences favoursdriving, and diminishes both the need and opportunities to walk or cycle. This makes the city’s environment “hard wired” for the range of health, social and sustainability problems outlined above.

This can be addressed by increasing factors that support active transport and diminishing the barriers.

Figure 2: Currently the factors encouraging people to drive outweighthe factors encouraging people to walk and cycle.


Figure 3: The ATS aims to increase the factors encouraging people to walk and cycle in order to make active transport a real option.

Summary Despite some great initiatives by Council and others within the community, there is little to even plant the idea in people’s minds that walking or cycling are realistic choices, let alone appealing choices.

Currently, for the majority of people within the municipality, the deterrents outweigh the benefits and overall walking and cycling are not encouraged. As a result relatively few people walk and cycle, therefore traffic are less expectant of pedestrians and cyclists.

Many people do not see their surroundings as adequately inviting for anything more than occasional activity with:

• not enough encouraging characteristics• too many discouraging characteristics.

The community consultation identified the need to make cycling safer, more prestigious, attractive and appropriate for the trips that have to be made (e.g. to work, school, shops, etc).

Council is committed to working in partnership with our communities to increase the use of active transport. The implementation plan outlined in Part 2 of the ATS aims to address this through eight strategies that will increase the factors that encourage active transport and diminishing barriers that discourage it through both short and long term actions.

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Part 2Implementation PlanStrategies, Goals and Actions Eight interlinked strategies have been identified to make active transport and connection to public transport safer, more convenient, attractive and prestigious, and more appropriate for more trips.

Strategy 1 - Increase the provision of quality on-road and off-road bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure across the municipality

Goal 1.1 Improve the provision of a bicycle and walking network both on and off road (see maps)

Goal 1.2 Increase the length of off-road bicycle routes that are safe, accessible, convenient, comfortable and attractive

Goal 1.3 Address gaps in connections and facilitate the creation of loopsGoal 1.4 Improve the level of safety for cyclists/pedestrians during infrastructure

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Strategy 2 - Effective maintenance of the bicycle and walking network

Goal 2.1 Improve maintenance and systems of current active transport infrastructure

Strategy 3 - Align the Council Planning Scheme and recognise the role of active transport

Goal 3.1 Embed the ATS and Healthy by Design6 values into Council’s strategic objectives

Strategy 4 - Improve the environment for walking, cycling and public transport use, both in transit and end of trip facilitates

Goal 4.1 Increase the number and quality of pedestrian and bicycle amenities (i.e. bicycle racks, water stations)

Goal 4.2 Create interesting aspects along walking tracks

Goal 4.3 Improve the accessibility of public transport

Goal 4.4 Increase shelter from weather along key routes


Strategy 5 - Raise the profile and increase the prestige of walking, skating and cycling

Goal 5.1 Make people aware of places to ride and walking routes

Goal 5.2 Promote the benefits of walking and cycling

Goal 5.3 Support events, activities and infrastructure upgrades that will promote walking, cycling and skating/scooting.

Goal 5.4 Develop leadership from key organisations and community members

Strategy 6 - Enable more people to maintain a bicycle and confidently walk or cycle

Goal 6.1 Support an increase in the level of cycling skills and knowledge on road rules

Goal 6.2 Reduce barriers to walking and cycling

Strategy 7 - Enable cyclists, pedestrians and motorists to interact more considerately and safely

Goal 7.1 Promote mutual respect between pedestrians, cyclists and motorists

Strategy 8 - Monitor and report walking and cycling levels within Council

Goal 8.1 Monitor if the implementation of an ATS has increased the levels of walking and cycling within the municipality

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Appendix 1 – Town profiles and mapsTownship maps have been developed to highlight key strategic links, or ‘Priority routes’ reflective of high use routes. These were identified through collation of information from community members and stakeholders during the ATS consultation, and take into consideration key points of interest, current active transport use and current infrastructure. These areas will be the focus of resources in delivering the ATS.

Boundary BendKey points of interest

• River • Caravan park

Key challengesBusy highway with no track to stay off the road Machinery/trucks on roads with increasing farm activity

OpportunitiesTo create river walk loops

PrioritiesDeveloping a safe walking track/s, including river walk loops

Lake Boga Key points of interest

Lake Boga foreshoreBowls Club, Men’s Shed and Catalina Museum Lions ClubTown Centre, includes shop and post officeSchool / Community CentreSkate ParkRecreation Reserve

Key challengesHighway/railway separating residential areasInability to access 100% of Lake foreshoreLack of linkagesLack of paths when walking to schoolInconsistent signage

Opportunities Develop a full walking/cycling circuit around Lake Boga Create a walking/cycling route from Swan Hill to Lake Boga Improve connection/access between town and lakeside Landscape to improve walking environmentLarge amounts of open space

PrioritiesImproved connection between town centre and lake foreshoreImproved footpaths/routes to key destinations


Improved access (all access, prams, bicycles)Improved maintenance Shaded seatingDevelop lake side walking track around entire lake Walking/cycling route - Swan Hill to Lake Boga TrackShelter at public bus stop Bike racks (artistic)

Nyah/Nyah West Key points of interest

Pool RiverPost officesCaravan ParksSchool Op Shop / Men’s Shed

Key challengesSpeed of motorbikes/horses travelling along Monash Avenue walking/bike trackPeople walk on road rather than track on Monash Avenue

Opportunities Establish river walks (e.g. proposed Lion’s Club ‘Nyah River Walking Trail’)Gym equipment along walking tracksMountain bike tracks along river (i.e. 30km)Tracks between Nyah West to Nyah, and Nyah and Vinifera already established

PrioritiesMaintain Nyah West – Nyah Two Bays/Pool trackNo footpath on Lloyd Street, Nyah WestEstablish Lions Club Nyah River Walking Trail (from pump station along levee)

ManangatangKey points of interest

Recreation ReserveLowan Park (skate park)ShopP-12 CollegeCommunity Centre/PreschoolPoolBus StopMobile LibraryHospitalBushland near old saleyards

Key challengesBusy highways separating key placesDogs


Trucks at harvest timeCaltrop

OpportunitiesGym equipment around the Reserve Track

PrioritiesSafe connection between key points of interestOffroad bike/walk track for familiesSeats Lowan Park – install bike pump station and racks

PiangilKey points of interest

Community HubSchoolPost officeCFA

Key challengesBusy highway through town and separating down from riverCaltropTrucks, particularly at harvest time

OpportunitiesImprove track to riverUtilise public transport services

PrioritiesSafe connection between key points of interest

Robinvale Key points of interest

• River • CBD• Schools • Health service• Preschool

Key challengesLack of pedestrians access between Golf links estate to CBD Lack of cycling lanes

OpportunitiesWide roadsHighlight heritage assets along walks (e.g. cemetery)

PrioritiesDevelop walking circuit distance markers


Improve link between Perrin Street and the river (Robin Street) Improve link between Golf Links Estate and the CBD along Bromley

Swan Hill Key points of interest

CBD River – Murray and Little Murray Schools (7)TAFEBarry Steggall Park George Lay ParkHarrison ReserveShowgroundsKey employers (e.g. Hospital, Council, abattoirs)

Key challengesLack of connection of CBD to RiverfrontLack of direct access to key locations with no walkways in some residential areas (e.g. Harrison Crescent) Safety – in general, particularly in riding to schools and some intersections. Crossing Curlewis and lack of pedestrian crossings over railway to access river (including Monash Drive via Mitchell Street), Gray St/Curlewis intersection, Murlong/McCallum St intersection.PuncturesLack of space to install separated footpath/track at west end of Butterworth Street which is being used to connect Tower Hill to three schools.

Opportunities New developments (including the South West precinct)Decommissioning of the number 9 channelRiverfront MasterplanTo build on current infrastructure (e.g. cycle lanes, shared paths)Wide streetsMcCallum St Comfort Centre facilitatesCommission and install ‘artistic’ bicycle racks in key locations.

PrioritiesConnection of CBD to riverfront Key routes to CBDRiverfrontDesign of new developmentsIntersections (McCallum/Murlong and Gray/Curlewis)Promotion of walking and cyclingImprove maintenance on current infrastructure (e.g. bicycle lanes)

Ultima Key points of interest

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Primary School Football Oval Lions Club Park Skate Park/BMX trac

Key challengesCaltropSnakesDogsSkatepark/BMX track not maintained

Opportunities Bush reserve used for walking tracksRV area Raising awareness of exercise equipmentPromote active transport in community newsletterMore bike education at the primary school

PrioritiesImprovements and maintenance to skatepark/BMX trackInstall a bike pump station (Lions Club Park or on bike rack at café)Improved maintenance of paths and bike lanesReduce dogs wandering around streets

Woorinen Key points of interest

Shop School Preschool and Public Hall Skatepark and PlaygroundBush reserveWalking track

Key challengesSafety around school at drop off/pick up times Lack of footpaths between key locations Flat tyres

Opportunities Develop new bus drop/pick up point, to include mobile library parkingInstall shoulder on Woorinen Road leading to Swan Hill.

PrioritiesDevelopment of new bus terminalImprove connections between key locations

GeneralOpportunities

To highlight the mountain bike routes (e.g. Swan Hill to Lake Boga via Back Boga Road, Swan Hill to Woorinen, along Murray River)


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Boundary Bend TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes

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Lake Boga TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Nyah-Nyah West TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Manangatang TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Piangil TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Robinvale TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Swan Hill TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Ultima TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes


Woorinen South TownshipActive Transport Priority Routes

Appendix 2 – Resources

Applicable Australian Standards

Guide to Road Design, Austroads - current version

Healthy By Design Principles: a planners’ guide to environments for active living (2004), Heart Foundation.

Infrastructure Design Manual (IDM) – current version

Swan Hill Rural City Council, Active Transport Issues Profile 2014

VicRoads Road Design Guidelines – current version
