There will be pedestrian diversions around Cassidy’s Bridge. Photos: Wagga Wagga City Council.
Wagga Council has accepted funding from Inland Rail to build a temporary pedestrian and cycling diversion around Cassidy’s Bridge in Turvey Park during the reconstruction of the bridge.
The diversion is needed because Inland Rail is rebuilding Cassidy’s Bridge as part of its Melbourne-to-Brisbane freight rail network, which requires higher bridges to fit larger trains underneath.
Inland Rail will be responsible for the construction of the temporary pedestrian and cycle bridge over the railway line east of the existing Cassidy’s Bridge.
Manager City Growth & Regional Assets Ben Creighton said council would be responsible for the construction of new shared paths and associated infrastructure as part of the Active Travel Plan (ATP) Central link.
“We will be delivering these works on behalf of Inland Rail, providing a safe alternative route for pedestrians and cyclists travelling between Turvey Park and Central Wagga Wagga while construction of the bridge is underway,” Mr Creighton said.
“The works will include a new shared path along Fox Street, between the new temporary pedestrian and cycle bridge and Edward Street, and widening a section of existing footpath along Edward Street, from Fox Street to Brookong Avenue.
“We will also be constructing a temporary pedestrian refuge island on Brookong Avenue at the intersection with Edward Street, and new line marking to create a safer crossing point on Brookong Avenue.”
He said the new asset along Fox Street would add value to the network, as the area was a high pedestrian zone due to the proximity to the existing businesses and Service NSW building.
Wagga Council is warning of changes for pedestrians and cyclists.
Construction is expected to take place on the Fox Street section from Tuesday (28 April) to Friday (1 May), weather and contractor availability permitting.
Access for residents and businesses on Fox Street will be maintained during the construction works.
A start date for the works on Edward Street is still to be confirmed. Parking along Edward Street will be affected during the construction period.
