Objective
To replace deteriorated and unsafe pedestrian infrastructure with a durable asphalt shared path, creating a safer and more accessible environment for all residents and visitors.
Background and Current Condition
Aligned with the City of Rockingham’s Strategic Community Plan (2023–2033), this upgrade aims to enhance social interaction and strengthen physical connection between car parks and beach accesses within an environment where natural beauty is valued and protected.
The existing shared path along the Port Kennedy Foreshore, between Capella Pass and the Port Kennedy Boat Ramp is 3.1 Km in length and has reached the end of its functional life. Years of heavy use, weather exposure, and root intrusion have caused significant cracking, uneven surfaces, and crumbling edges.
To manage impacts and ensure quality delivery, the upgrades will be delivered in stages, with a strong focus on improving connection points while protecting the surrounding natural environment.
Project Benefits
- Improved safety: Removes trip hazards and provides a smooth, stable walking surface.
- Universal access: Includes upgraded pram ramps where possible to ensure seamless connectivity for all community members.
- Reduced maintenance: Replaces deteriorating materials with durable asphalt, reducing ongoing maintenance costs.
- Vehicle access: Supports occasional access for emergency appliances and maintenance vehicles for bushfire response, path maintenance and tree management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The current path is in poor condition and no longer meets the needs of the community. Upgrading it will make it safer, smoother, and easier for everyone to use, whether you’re walking, riding, scooting, or pushing a pram. It will also improve access to the foreshore, which is one of Port Kennedy’s most popular spots.
The old concrete path between Capella Pass and Dieppe Lane will be removed and replaced with a new three metre wide asphalt path.
From Dieppe Lane to the Port Kennedy Boat Ramp, the existing asphalt path will be widened so the whole route is a consistent three metres wide.
This keeps costs down and avoids unnecessary impacts on nearby vegetation and parking areas.
To help protect the natural environment, the City has engaged an environmental specialist to assess local plants and animals. Their advice will guide the design and construction process so any impacts are kept to a minimum.
Not at this stage. Lighting isn’t included in the current upgrade, but the City will seek external funding for future lighting improvements. If funding becomes available, lighting would be delivered as a separate project.
The upgraded path will create a safer, more accessible, and better connected foreshore for everyone to enjoy. It’s part of the City’s long‑term commitment to enhancing and protecting our natural spaces for the future.