Far North Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan 2009

Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland

Contents 6. Supporting state and regional targets 7 Part 1 - The Plan 7. Background studies 8 1. Introduction 2 Demographic characteristics 8 Planning context 2 Journey to work travel patterns 8 Principal cycle networks 2 Regional growth 8 Purpose of this plan 2 Sport and recreational cycling 8 Why support cycling? 2 Visitors 8 2. What is a principal cycle network 3 Untapped demand 8 Network principles 3 8. Diﬀerent types of cyclists 9 Network infrastructure 3 Types of principal cycle networks 3 9. Community and stakeholder consultation 10

3. How this plan was developed 4 What you told us 10 This plan has been prepared by Process 4 the Department of Transport and 10. Identifying the network 11 Consultation 4 Main Roads. Existing local cycle strategies and network plans 11 Network 4 The study team acknowledges Cycle destinations 11 Maps 4 the contribution of Cardno Eppell Cycle network maps 11 Olsen in developing this plan. Study area 4 11. Implementation 12 4. Objectives and challenges 5 Cycling in far north Queensland 5 12. Getting the wheels in motion 17 2006 cycle to work 5 Objectives 5 13. References 17 Challenges 5 Part 2 - Network maps 18 5. Related policies and plans 6 Map index 19 Toward Q2: Tomorrow’s Queensland 6 Published November 2009 Maps 20-42 Far North Queensland Regional Plan 2009–2031 6 Far North Queensland Infrastructure Plan 2009–2031 6 Appendix A - Network priorities 43 Queensland Cycle Strategy 2003 6 Appendix B - Link concepts and concept designs 46 Image of bicycle on front cover courtesy of Cycling on State Controlled Roads 2004 6 Tourism Queensland. Contact information 71

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads i Part 1 The plan

Introduction 2

What is a principal cycle network 3

How this plan was developed 4

Objectives and challenges 5

Related policies and plans 6

Supporting state and regional targets 7

Background studies 8

Diﬀerent types of cyclists 9

Community and stakeholder consultation 10

Identifying the network 11

Implementation 12

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1. Introduction

The Queensland Government recognises the value of cycling and is committed to supporting initiatives that encourage higher rates of cycling across the state. Cycling has an important role in advancing the Queensland Government’s vision for a Queensland that is Healthy and Green by helping to meet targets to cut obesity and reduce our carbon footprint by one third under Towards Q2: Tomorrow’s Queensland.

Planning context Principal cycle networks Purpose of this plan Why support cycling?

The Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North A principal cycle network plan identifies existing This plan aims to guide coordinated delivery of Cycling benefits the whole community. Cycling Providing better facilities to encourage more Queensland is the second plan of its kind to be and future high order cycle routes that make up a safe and connected network of principal cycle is an energy efficient mode of transport that cycling helps realise these benefits and more. developed in the state and the first for regional the regional cycle network. routes across far north Queensland to promote responds to serious global issues such as For example, providing wider road shoulders Queensland. cycling as a convenient, sustainable and healthy climate change, oil vulnerability, affordable living decreases the likelihood of all vehicle accidents These routes function as the arterial roads or way to travel and enjoy the region. and obesity. and reduces the cost of road maintenance. It is also the first principal cycle network plan to highways of the cycle network and connect major be recognised in a statutory land use plan – the destinations within towns and throughout the The plan is not a guide to cycling in the region, The benefits of cycling include: Far North Queensland region. but rather a guide for planning and investment in å reduced air pollution Regional Plan 2009–2031. regionally significant cycling infrastructure. Investing in cycling Routes that serve only local å lower road congestion The Far North Queensland is an investment in functions, such as from Implementation of the plan will also support Regional Plan 2009–2031 a residential estate to a regional economic development through the å improved physical and mental health includes a land use policy healthy, sustainable nearby primary school, are promotion of cycle tourism and better community å lower personal transport costs (8.2.9) for progressive and liveable not generally included in a health through the promotion of physical activity. implementation of the principal cycle network plan. å more compact and space efficient urban principal cycle network communities. design. through cooperation between state agencies, local government and the private sector.

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2. What is a principal cycle network?

Principal cycle routes are the highest order routes in the overall cycle network Network principles Types of principal cycle functioning like arterial roads or highways for cyclists. A set of network principles were developed to help describe and identify principal routes for the draft principal cycle The principal cycle network for The principal cycle network for network routes network for far north Queensland. far north Queensland will : far north Queensland will not : Two types of routes are identified for the The network principles and identified routes were then reviewed and refined through Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North community and stakeholder workshops and broader public consultation. The network å be continuous and interconnected across å include cycle routes that only serve a local Queensland. Principal routes and iconic principles and types of routes are summarised as follows. local government areas function recreation routes are defined by the network å connect key existing and future cycle origins å include long diversions to overcome principles and cater to different types of and destinations including activity centres, constraints unless there are significant safety cyclists. Both types are further defined on employment nodes, regional attractions, concerns the maps as either ‘existing’ or ‘future’ based transport interchanges, major education å identify mountain biking routes and on local knowledge and cyclist experience precincts and residential areas facilities1. gathered during the community workshops held å be easily accessed from residential areas by throughout the region. Where parallel routes are potential principal existing and future local cycle networks Generally, routes labelled as existing have been cycle network routes, the route serving the identified in community workshops as having å be generally provided within road corridors most appropriate land uses will be identified in some form of cycle facility. Further investigation the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North å utilise other corridors where desirable, such is required along those routes marked as existing Queensland. as disused rail corridors to determine whether the route currently meets å provide the most direct routes between safety standards and adequately provides for destinations Network infrastructure different types of cyclists. Routes labelled as ‘future’ are not known to have any cycle facilities. å cater for short and long distance cycle trips There is no single infrastructure solution for the å provide loop routes to enable round trips principal cycle network. which are interesting and more attractive to some cyclists The type of infrastructure required for principal cycle routes will be determined on a case-by- å include iconic recreational routes with coastal case basis and subject to further planning with trails and highland trails to support cycle respect to the conditions on the route and the tourism types of cyclists most likely to use the route. For å address major barriers to cycling such as example, a route serving mainly children might steep grades and river crossings. require an off-road path while on other routes on- road cycle lanes might be more appropriate.

1 Mountain biking facilities cater to a specific group of cyclists and are generally provided through sport and recreation projects.

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3. How this plan was developed

The Department of Transport and Main Roads started developing the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland in 2007. Current and former local government areas in far north Queensland Process Network

The plan was developed through background The principal cycle network identiﬁed for far investigations into cycle demand and north Queensland features two types of routes: opportunities, a review of existing local Principal routes: These routes connect key government cycle strategies and network plans destinations throughout the region. and consultation with local governments, state agencies, bicycle user groups, community groups Iconic recreation routes: These routes cater for and individuals. longer distance cycle touring, highlighting both coastal and highland scenic opportunities.

Consultation Maps Eight community workshops were held across Atherton, Cairns, Innisfail and Mossman to Final maps of the principal cycle network were identify issues and opportunities. Broad released in October 2008. Maps of the network consultation on the draft network maps occurred are provided in Part 2 of the plan. between May and August 2008. A prioritisation workshop was held with key stakeholders in June 2008 to identify the highest priority routes. Study Area Figure 3.1: Current and former local government areas in far north Queensland

The Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland covers the current and former local government areas2 shown in Figure 3 1.

2 Local government areas combined in 2008 during the time the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland was being developed. Consequently the plan includes references to the names and geographical bounds of former local government areas.

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4. Objectives and challenges

Cycling in far north Queensland Objectives Challenges

The far north Queensland region has a higher However, data from the Australian Bureau of Developing the Principal Cycle Network Plan The objectives of the plan are to: While local governments and state agencies have rate of cycling than most other parts of Statistics national census indicates cycling to for Far North Queensland is an important step delivered good outcomes for cyclists in many å provide guidance to state agencies, local Queensland. Figure 4.1 shows 2006 cycle to work has declined in the region from 3.2% in towards addressing this decline. areas, better coordination is needed to overcome governments, developers and the community work rates for comparison. 2001 to 2.7% in 2006. the major regional issues that limit cycle travel in in planning and providing higher order cycle far north Queensland such as: infrastructure å fragmented and unconnected cycle routes å progress implementation of the Queensland 2006 cycle to work Cycle Strategy 2003 å diﬀerent quality cycle facilities along a single route å form an element in the statutory Far North Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics Census 2006, Journey to Work Queensland Regional Plan 2009–2031 å poor linkages across local government area 3.5% 3.1% boundaries 3.0% å encourage and inform local government cycle 2.7% network planning å poor coordination and prioritisation between 3.0% state and local government to deliver cycle å ensure that cycle infrastructure is infrastructure incorporated into all future projects, such as 2.5% the upgrading of roads and public transport å inconsistent provision for cycling in some systems road projects Percent of all work trips 2.0% å inform development assessment and å poor consideration of routes for medium and infrastructure charging for local governments longer distance cyclists. 1.4% 1.5% 1.5% 1.3% promote regional economic development by å Local governments and state agencies will have 1.1% enabling cycle tours through regional, rural 1.0% to work closely together to address these issues. and remote areas. 1.0%

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0.0% National Queensland Far North South East Cairns City Townsville Mackay City Brisbane City Average Average Queensland Queensland City

Figure 4.1: 2006 cycle to work rates

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5. Related policies and plans

The policies and plans relevant to the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland are summarised below.

Toward Q2: Tomorrow’s Far North Queensland Far North Queensland Queensland Cycle Cycling on State Queensland Regional Plan Infrastructure Plan Strategy 2003 Controlled Roads 2004

2009–2031 2009–2031 The Queensland Cycle Strategy 2003 provides a The Department of Transport and Main Roads In 2008 the Queensland Government released state-wide approach to support cycling as a safe policy for cycling on state-controlled roads is an Toward Q2: Tomorrow’s Queensland which The Far North Queensland Regional Plan 2009– The Far North Queensland Infrastructure Plan and convenient mode of transport. The strategy outcome of the Queensland Cycle Strategy 2003. frames a vision for 2020 with five ambitions: 2031 is a statutory plan intended to guide and 2009–2031 identifies infrastructure projects, aims to make Queensland a state where cycling The policy is linked to funding mechanisms and Strong, Green, Smart, Healthy and Fair. manage regional growth and development and planning activities and funding that supports the is respected, supported and encouraged by all requires the Department of Transport and Main The targets most relevant to the Principal Cycle address key environmental, social, economic regional plan. levels of government and the community. and urban objectives. This includes building Roads to positively provide for cycling on state- Network Plan for Far North Queensland are: The infrastructure plan includes resilience to climate The strategy has a vision for ‘More controlled roads identified $6.1 million to deliver the first project Green: Cut by one-third Queenslanders’ carbon change and oil Cycling!’ and includes targets as a principal cycle route. footprint with reduced car and electricity use. for the Principal Cycle Network Plan, a to increase rates of cycling in vulnerability. This policy was developed cycleway from Aeroglen to Cairns central communities by an additional Healthy: in accordance with a The regional plan business district, in partnership with 50% by 2011, and 100% by 2021. Cut by one- committment made by the was released 13 Cairns Regional Council. The Principal Cycle third obesity, then Department of Main February 2009. It Network Plan for Far smoking, heavy Roads in the Queensland includes policies North Queensland is drinking and Cycle Strategy to formalise for providing cycle an outcome of action unsafe sun a policy about providing for networks including 3.1(a) under this exposure. cycling on state controlled the progressive strategy. implementation of roads. This policy applies the Principal Cycle to all state-controlled Network for Far North roads. Queensland. In line with this policy the The regional Department of Transport plan sets targets and Main Roads will seek for cycling trips to make state-controlled consistent with the Queensland Cycle Strategy roads cycle-friendly by incorporating cycle- 2003. friendly design into traffic operations, road upgrading and maintenance along priority cycle routes. The Department of Transport and Main Roads will positively provide for cyclists in road upgrade projects.

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6. Supporting state and regional targets

Delivery of a safe and connected cycle network Journey to Work data collected from the The Queensland Cycle Strategy 2003 It is recommended that all other far north is important to encourage cycling to meet state Australian Bureau of Statistics national census recommends that communities with cycle Queensland communities aim for a minimum of and regional targets. Targets in the Far North is currently the most reliable indicator for participation rates below 3% should aim to 3% of all trips by cycling by 2011 and 4.5% of all Queensland Regional Plan 2009–2031 are measuring progress towards such targets. exceed the minimum desired targets. trips by cycling by 2021. consistent with the Queensland Cycle Strategy Journey to Work data can tell us the percentage The former Cairns City and Douglas Shire local Presently, many areas in far north Queensland 2003 and aim for at least: of work commutes made by cycling compared to government areas were the only areas to exceed are falling behind in meeting the recommended å 50% increase in person other modes of transport 3% mode share for cycling to work in 2001 and targets. trips by cycling in far Cycling makes for such as walking, public 2006. north Queensland transport and private between 2001 and 2011 healthier, happier and vehicle travel. This is Source: ABS 2001 and 2006 referred to as mode share 100% increase in safer communities. Journey to Work mode share for cycling (percent) å and is usually expressed as person trips by cycling Region a percent of all work trips. 2001 Rate 2006 Rate 2011 Target 2021 Target in far north Queensland Increased physical Work commuting between 2001 and 2021. Cairns Former Cairns City 3.7% 3.0% 5.6% 7.4% activity from cycling represents approximately Regional Council Former Douglas Shire 6.8% 5.4% 10.2% 13.6% The Queensland Cycle alleviates symptoms of one third of all trips made Strategy 2003 recognises on an average day. Former Atherton Shire 1.4% 0.9% 3.0% 4.5% that cycling rates vary anxiety and depression Table 6.1 shows the 2001 Former Eacham Shire 0.6% 0.7% 3.0% 4.5% amongst communities. Tablelands and improves general and 2006 Journey to Work Regional Council Former Herberton Shire 0.4% 0.5% 3.0% 4.5% Therefore the strategy well-being. mode share for cycling recommends that targets in far north Queensland. Former Mareeba Shire 1.3% 1.3% 3.0% 4.5% are measured for individual The ﬁgures are shown for Former Cardwell Shire 1.7% 2.0% 3.0% 4.5% communities rather than former local government Cassowary Coast across broader regional areas. areas as census data has historically been Regional Council Former Johnstone Shire 1.7% 1.5% 3.0% 4.5% compiled for these areas. N/A (counted Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council 0.0% 3.0% 4.5% Recommended targets are also provided in with Douglas) Table 6.1 for 2011 and 2021 in accordance with N/A (counted Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council 0.6% 3.0% 4.5% the Queensland Cycle Strategy 2003 and the Far with Cairns) North Queensland Regional Plan 2009–2031. Far North Queensland 3.2% 2.7% 4.8% 6.4%

Table 6.1 Journey to Work mode share for cycling in far north Queensland and recommended targets

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7. Background studies

Background studies into demographic characteristics, cycling activity and growth areas were undertaken in the development of this plan. This information helps to identify where and what level of infrastructure is needed to support existing cycling needs and encourage more cycling. A brief summary of these studies is provided.

Demographic Regional growth characteristics The Far North Queensland Regional Plan 2009– 2031 sets out a preferred pattern of development Demographic characteristics such as age, vehicle to manage an estimated regional population Sport and recreation Visitors Untapped demand ownership, education and employment are growth of up to 100,000 people between 2009 cycling considered good indicators for identifying areas and 2031. Visitors to the region represent a potential source Many people who would like to cycle choose with higher potential to increase cycling trips. of demand for cycling infrastructure as cycling is not to due to a variety of barriers. These barriers Approximately 70% of this growth is expected Cycling is one of Queensland’s most popular a low cost transport option and suitable for short include safety concerns about the lack of to occur in the Cairns Regional Council local activities for sport and recreation. Every year A regional analysis of these characteristics using term use. Cairns and Port Douglas cater to the protection from motorists, inexperience with government area. The majority of growth in far north Queensland hosts a number of major 2001 and 2006 Australian Bureau of Statistics highest concentration of visitors to the region. riding bicycles, lack of knowledge about safe this area will be accommodated in the Cairns competitive and fund-raising events that attract census data identified Atherton, Malanda, Millaa or direct routes and lack of showers or secure southern growth corridor with up to 50,000 cyclists from around the world. Several towns on the Tablelands also Millaa, Ravenshoe, Mareeba and southern Cairns parking. as areas having the best potential to increase people being planned for in the declared Mount accommodate significant These events can involve cycling trips. Peter Master Plan Area between Edmonton and numbers of tourists. Planning These people represent a demand for cycling over one hundred Gordonvale. Bicycles offer door for cyclists in these locations that is so far ‘untapped’. Removing these barriers participants travelling should address the needs of can generate even more demand for cycle The remaining 30% of regional growth is more than 500 kilometres. to door service and Journey to work travel visitors as well as residents. facilities. expected to be accommodated in other towns Routes that are favoured are often quicker patterns across far north Queensland particularly, by sport and recreation Community workshops held in Atherton, Cairns, Mareeba, Atherton, Innisfail and to a lesser cyclists were considered than cars over short Innisfail and Mossman explored some of the Journey to Work data from the Australian extent Tully and Mossman. The Principal Cycle during the identification of distances up to five barriers to cycling in far north Queensland. Bureau of Statistics 2001 and 2006 census Network Plan for Far North Queensland will guide the principal cycle network. Many people also responded during the public were analysed to explore journey to work state and local government and private sector kilometres. consultation with their experiences and ideas. investment in cycling in these growth areas. This patterns for cycling within far north Queensland. Overall, safety was identified by the community will help to manage growth related impacts such This analysis revealed that cycling to work is as the most significant barrier to address in order as air pollution and traffic congestion. concentrated within towns and is highest in the to encourage more people to cycle. Cairns Regional Council area.

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8. Different types of cyclists Up to 20 bicycles can be

It is important to understand the diﬀerent types of user groups and their needs when stored in the space required planning and building an appropriate cycle network. The types of cyclists identiﬁed for one car. in far north Queensland are described in Table 8.1.

Group Description

Commuter and utility People who travel by bicycle as a means of transport to work and other destinations such as cyclists going to the shops or visiting friends. The speed and route choice of cyclists in this group will vary depending on individual cycling skill, conﬁdence and ﬁtness levels. Some commuter and utility cyclists will prefer the most direct line of travel while others will choose slower routes to avoid busy roads.

Student cyclists Students who cycle to and from education facilities. This can be divided into two groups – younger and older students. It is important to distinguish the two groups due to varying levels of safety awareness and cycling experience amongst older and younger age groups. Student cyclists prefer to travel on direct oﬀ-road paths at slow to medium speeds.

Fitness and training Cyclists who travel at medium to higher speeds over longer distances and often travel in cyclists groups. This is a diverse group, with new riders preferring uncrowded oﬀ-road paths while more experienced riders prefer to ride in on-road cycle lanes. In all cases the emphasis is on smooth surfaces, limited stops or signals and uncrowded routes which allow consistent speeds.

Touring cyclists Cyclists who participate in long distance cycling tours. This group tends to travel on road and may carry heavy loads on their bicycles. Touring cyclists may also ride on oﬀ-road paths provided they are wide enough, for example rail trails.

Recreational cyclists People who ride a bicycle as a recreational activity. This group tend to travel at slower speeds and (including mountain generally prefer oﬀ-road paths which do not need to be direct. The Principal Cycle Network Plan bikers) for Far North Queensland does not cater speciﬁcally for this group.

Table 8.1: Types of cyclists in far north Queensland

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9. Community and stakeholder consultation What you told us...

Stakeholder and community engagement The draft maps underwent a broader public was undertaken to help shape the Principal consultation process between May and August Network routes Safety Other facilities Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland. 2008. Feedback from this consultation was used å The network needs to cater for all types å Tour buses and heavy vehicles are a å Need for mid-trip facilities on longer The study team consulted with the following to produce the final principal cycle network maps of cyclists major concern on some routes distance routes stakeholders: for far north Queensland which was released on å Potential conflicts between different å The majority of hazards identified on å Need better signage for cyclists including 28 October 2008. å local governments types of users such as cyclists and the network are ‘squeeze points’, bridge warning signs for motorists The consultation and engagement activities pedestrians need to be avoided crossings and roundabouts cycle user groups å Need secure bicycle parking in å provided an opportunity for the community to å It is important to provide loop routes for å Rail and tram line crossings are a safety appropriate locations å cycle sports organisations express their needs, concerns and ideas for cyclists concern, especially in wet conditions å Need a reporting system for cyclists to cycling in far north Queensland. å high schools å On-road facilities cater to more types of å International visitors need to be record maintenance and safety issues cyclists educated about cycle safety å chambers of commerce å Need integration of cycling with other å Need more awareness and education modes of transport, especially buses å local police Priority campaigns to improve safety å community association representatives å Connections from surrounding urban Implementation å local cyclists and cycle shops areas into town centres are considered Opportunities The capacity for local governments to more important than long distance trips å å other state agencies. å Better cycle routes can support eco- maintain cycle facilities needs to be between towns tourism ventures addressed In order to develop a draft principal å Recreational cycling is more important on There is a high potential for mountain Local councils need to have a champion cycle network, the study team engaged some routes than others å å the community through a series of eight biking in the region to implement more cycling facilities å Opportunities for commuter cycling trips workshops held across Innisfail, Atherton, Community feedback also played an important are important in the region, particularly å All infrastructure projects need to Mossman and Cairns during June and August role in developing a method to assess the within urban areas consider cyclists 2007. Information from the workshops was highest priority principal cycle routes for å Safety is the most important then considered by the study team and used to implementation. The network priorities are complete a draft set of principal cycle network consideration when deciding which discussed in more detail in Appendix A of this routes to build or upgrade maps for far north Queensland. plan.

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10. Identifying the network

Existing local cycle Cycle destinations strategies and network plans Recognising key destinations or places that attract cycle trips helps to identify potential principal routes. Popular Local cycle network plans and strategies provide a or potential cycle destinations were identiﬁed through starting point for identifying major cycle routes. In far a number of sources including local cycle network plans north Queensland the following local plans were used: and stakeholder workshops.

å Atherton Shire Council Cycling and Pedestrian These destinations are shown in the principal cycle Strategy (Atherton Shire Council 2005) network maps for far north Queensland. The types of destinations identified for far north Queensland are listed å Bikeway Planning Report for Kuranda Township in Table 10.1. Activity centres are also shown on the maps. (Mareeba Shire Council 2000) These are defined in the Far North Queensland Regional å Bikeway Planning Report for Mareeba Township Plan 2009–2031 and describe the scale of activity Type Place (Mareeba Shire Council 1999) including business, employment, education, services and å Cairns Pedestrian Movement and Cycle Travel residential density in town centres across the region. Activity centres Principal regional activity centre Strategy (Cairns City Council 2003) Major regional activity centre District regional activity centre å Douglas Shire Bikeway Strategy (Douglas Shire Cycle network maps Village activity centre Council 1999) Rural activity centre å Johnstone Shire Cycleway and Shared Use Path The most recent principal cycle network maps for far Strategy (Johnstone Shire Council 2004). north Queensland are provided in Part 2 of this plan. Destinations Defence/industrial facility – these locations are often major centres of employment Routes depicted in the maps are subject to feasibility Tertiary education including TAFE, university and language schools investigations which help to determine the most Secondary schools3 appropriate type of facility and its exact location. This Major shopping centres may involve adjusting the alignment of a route currently Library shown or using a different location for the route if a better Hospital alignment is identified through further planning. Some parts of the network may change as a result. Transport interchanges – including bus and ferry terminals Rail stations The maps will be reviewed regularly and updated to show Airports changes to route alignments as well as where ‘future’ Regional attractions including tourism, sporting and cultural facilities routes have become ‘existing’ routes as the network is implemented. Updated versions of the maps will be posted on the Department of Transport and Main Roads Table 10.1: Places that attract cycle trips website: www.tmr.qld.gov.au. 3 Note: Local cycle network plans provide further details that better identify and address the specific needs of cyclists travelling to primary schools.

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11. Implementation

The Far North Queensland Regional Plan A series of stages for implementation of the 2009–2031 provides the overarching direction network are deﬁned by themes of Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland for implementing the Principal Cycle Network coordination Stage 1: Stage 2: Stage 3: Stage 4: Plan for Far North Queensland through land use å

policy 8.2.9: å integration Coordination Integration Delivery Evaluation “The Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North å delivery 1.1 Form an 2.1 Inform related 3.1 Build a consistent 4.1 Meet plan Queensland is progressively implemented å evaluation. implementation plans and quality objectives through cooperation between local group 2.2 Integrate with network 4.2 Monitor delivery of government, state agencies and the private For each stage there is a set of strategies sector.” and actions to guide cooperation between 1.2 Establish alliances works programs 3.2 Target network the principal cycle and build effective priorities network As a ﬁrst step towards enacting this policy, local government, state agencies and the 2.3 Incorporate into an implementation group consisting of state private sector to progress implementation communication infrastructure 3.3 Enhance 4.3 Maintain a and local government representatives is of a safe and connected principal cycle channels projects outcomes through relevant plan network for far north Queensland. recommended to oversee implementation by: 1.3 Explore and 2.4 Integrate with land consultation An overall framework showing identify use planning å coordinating network planning and delivery implementation stages and strategies is opportunities for across agencies 2.5 Align with sport, shown in Figure 11.1. delivery recreation and å progressing delivery of the network through normal works such as road upgrades tourism projects å pursuing options for individual projects Principal Cycle Network å reviewing network priorities and developing concept designs for high priority routes. Figure 11.1: Implementation stages and strategies

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Stage 1: Coordination

Another key aspect of this stage is to identify and Stage 1: Coordination focuses on exploring address issues that may impact delivery of the Strategy Action alliances and opportunities to deliver the principal cycle network. principal cycle network. Stage 1: Coordination Identifying key contacts and opening clear This sets the foundation for an integrated communication channels supports cooperation 1.1 Form an implementation group A Form an implementation group with suitable state and local government and cost-effective approach to delivering amongst stakeholder groups to act on representatives to: principal cycle network facilities. opportunities and take steps to address issues. å coordinate cost-effective, timely and consistent delivery of the principal cycle network Effective coordination is fundamental to efficient, consistent and integrated implementation of the å progress actions under the plan principal cycle network. å resolve barriers to delivery of the network. As such, it is recommended that an implementation group be formed to guide this 1.2 Establish alliances and build effective B Identify key contacts and develop partnerships with local government, communication channels state agencies and other stakeholder groups to progress implementation important stage. of the principal cycle network.

C Set up clear communication protocols and pathways to facilitate eﬃcient information exchange and responsiveness to issues and opportunities.

1.3 Explore and identify opportunities for D Identify existing and future opportunities for funding delivery of the delivery network.

E Maintain awareness of all relevant policies, agreements, works programs, grants programs, land use planning instruments and planning activities that present an opportunity to deliver principal cycle network projects.

F Identify any barriers to delivery of the principal cycle network and develop strategies to address these issues.

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Stage 2: Integration

This stage also looks to identify planned Stage 2: Integration responds to the range infrastructure projects that present an Strategy Action of planning and infrastructure delivery opportunity to align delivery of principal cycle Stage 2: Integration pathways available to implement the network routes. Such projects may include principal cycle network. major transport infrastructure projects or sport, 2.1 Inform transport plans G Incorporate the principal cycle network into state and local government This stage focuses on incorporating the recreation and tourism projects. transport plans. principal cycle network into relevant plans The most challenging aspect of Stage 2 will be to 2.2 Integrate with works programs H Identify projects within current state and local government works programs and programs as new ones are prepared integrate design and delivery of principal cycle that relate to principal cycle routes. and existing ones are updated. network routes into existing works programs and I Ensure all future state and local works programs provide appropriate cycle projects. facilities along principal cycle routes. J Allocate resources in state and local government forward works programs for preparing concept designs and business cases for high priority principal cycle routes. 2.3 Incorporate into infrastructure K Ensure proposals, planning and design for major infrastructure projects projects incorporate principal cycle network routes. 2.4 Integrate with land use planning L Incorporate the principal cycle network in to land use planning instruments and activities including (but not limited to): å regional land use plans å local government planning schemes å priority infrastructure plans å infrastructure charge schedules å master planning å structure planning å precinct planning å development assessment.

2.5 Align with sport, recreation and M Identify principal cycle network routes that align with sport, recreation and tourism projects tourism plans and projects.

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Stage 3: Delivery

This stage recognises two avenues to deliver the Stage 3: Delivery concentrates on principal cycle network. One avenue is focused Strategy Action construction of principal cycle network on delivery of the network through opportunities. Stage 3: Delivery projects. It will be challenging to maintain consistent and This stage recognises the need to adopt quality standards when attempting to act on 3.1 Build a consistent and quality N Develop a toolkit for applying best practice planning and design principles consistent and quality standards for every opportunity to deliver parts of the principal principal cycle network for designing and constructing principal cycle routes in far north Queensland. principal cycle network facilities as well as cycle network. provide practical information and guidance The second avenue is focused on specifically O Pursue opportunities to deliver the network through joint projects, to those wishing to construct a facility on targeting delivery of network priorities. Priority transport and land use planning, relevant works programs and the principal cycle network. routes represent the most important links in the infrastructure projects. network. Efforts to secure funding for specific projects under the Principal Cycle Network Plan P Pursue opportunities to deliver priority principal cycle routes as stand for Far North Queensland should focus on priority alone projects through partnerships, funding bids and grant applications. routes. As these routes are constructed, network Maintain a rolling program of priority principal cycle network projects and priorities will need to be reassessed to determine develop link development plans and concept designs to support funding bids. the next set of priority routes for delivery.

The other key aspect of this stage is recognising 3.2 Target network priorities Q Reﬁne the network prioritisation method and reassess priority principal the important role of community and stakeholder cycle routes on an ongoing basis. consultation. Consultation enables designers to incorporate community interests to enhance 3.3 Enhance outcomes through R Determine the need for stakeholder and community consultation on a project outcomes and performance. A case- consultation case-by-case basis for projects. by-case assessment of planned projects will determine the appropriate level of consultation. S Adopt best practice consultation processes to address community interests in design and delivery of principal cycle routes (where a need for consultation is recognised).

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Stage 4: Evaluation

Evaluation will also help to determine when an Stage 4: Evaluation outlines key elements update is required and which elements of the Strategy Action in the plan where monitoring and review plan need to be amended. will improve delivery of the principal cycle Stage 4: Evaluation network. 4.1 Meet plan objectives T Determine data needs and collection methods for evaluating this plan. Evaluation must occur at every stage, and U Establish an evaluation framework to monitor and review integration of the lessons learned need to be recorded and principal cycle network relative to progress and outcomes for actions in used to improve the plan over time. Stage 2 Integration. 4.2 Monitor delivery of the principal cycle V Track delivery of infrastructure on the principal cycle network. network W Evaluate the quality, consistency and performance of the network over time. 4.3 Maintain a relevant plan X Identify triggers and timeframes for plan review and update the plan as required to maintain relevance.

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12. Getting the wheels in motion 13. References

The Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Cycling on State Controlled Roads 2004 Queensland is for everyone. www.tmr.qld.gov.au The plan is a pathway for implementing a safe Far North Queensland Infrastructure Plan 2009–2031 and convenient cycle network to support the www.dip.qld.gov.au local community to make green and healthy Far North Queensland Regional Plan 2009–2031 travel choices. www.dip.qld.gov.au The far north Queensland community has already Queensland Cycle Strategy 2003 made a signiﬁcant contribution to the plan and www.tmr.qld.gov.au will continue to have an important role as the Towards Q2: Tomorrow’s Queensland plan is implemented. Whether participating www.towardsq2.qld.gov.au in future implementation activities, or simply choosing to ride a bike, the continued help and support of the local community will help to make this plan a success. For further information on the Principal Cycle Network Plan For more details on how to get involved in cycling for Far North Queensland, please contact the Department of in your area please contact your local bicycle Transport and Main Roads. user group or local council oﬃce. Website: www.tmr.qld.gov.au The Department of Transport and Main Roads website contains a number of links to a range of Email: [email protected] technical documents related to cycling as well as tips and general information on cycling. Post: Principal Cycle Network Plan Department of Transport and Main Roads PO Box 6542 Cairns Qld 4870

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 17 Part 2 Network maps

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Maps 20-42 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Part 2: Network maps Map index Qpy Disclaimer: For information only. All routes subject to feasibility investigations. The information shown on this map does not represent Australian, state or local government policy. The DepartmentDISCLAIMER of Transport TO GO and HERE Main Roads does not guarantee or make any !( Wujal Wujal representations as to its accuracy or completeness, nor will the Department accept any responsibility for any loss or damage arising from its use. 1 ! Cape Tribulation

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4 5A 5 15A 15 6 7 16 8 9A Vixies R oad 17 19 18 20 9 LEGEND 10 Railway Line 21 22 11 Wonga Beach Waterway / Waterbody WHYANBEEL Local Government Boundary 12

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Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 26 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Part 2: Network maps Map 8 Joins Map 7 FNQ Principal Cycle Network Disclaimer: For information only. All routes subject to feasibility investigations. The information shown on this map does not represent Australian, state or local government policy. The DepartmentDISCLAIMER of Transport TO GOand HERE Main Roads does not guarantee or make any Greenhill Road representations as to its accuracy or completeness, nor will the Department accept any GREEN HILL responsibility for any loss or damage arising from its use.

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3 FITZGERALD CREEK 4 5A 5 15A SUNDOWN COCONUTS 15 6 7 Flying Fish Point 16 8 9A # 17 19 18 20 9 Wetlands LEGEND 10 # Warrina Lakes 21 22 GF Railway Line ¹½ Waterway / Waterbody 11 Cooroo Lands Road ^_INNISFAIL COOROO LANDS 5(!5 COQUETTE POINT Local Government Boundary 12 5 BELVEDERE # WEBB Cycle Route Categories 23A 13 Existing Principal Route 14 Future Principal Route ¹½ Existing Iconic Recreation Route 23B Future Iconic Recreation Route ohnstone River MIGHELL J Regional Land Use Categories Urban Footprint NERADA CASSOWARY COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL Rural Living Area BAMBOO CREEK Regional Activity Centres MUNDOO Map 22 !( Principal

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Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 42 Appendix A Network priorities

Prioritisation process 44

Prioritisation outcomes 45

High priority routes for far north Queensland 45 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Appendix A: Network priorities

Prioritisation Process

The Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North å applying a preliminary computer-based Criteria Weighting Measure Aim Queensland was subject to a prioritisation prioritisation method. Table 1.1 shows the Average number of cycle crashes per Identify existing hazardous locations for cyclists. process to determine which routes were the measures used in this method kilometre along the route over a ﬁve most critical and urgent for implementation. The å a workshop to evaluate the outcomes of the year period. prioritisation process involved: prioritisation method and determine the Number of heavy vehicles along Higher numbers of heavy vehicles reduce safety for cyclists. highest priority routes for implementation. Safety 60% å a review of prioritisation methods used by the route. other cycle planners Percentage of population under Children are more vulnerable users due to reduced å gaining community and stakeholder feedback A technical report detailing the prioritisation 19 years living within one kilometre of awareness of road rules as well as having reduced speed on proposed priority criteria. The community process is available from the Department of the route. and distance perception. identiﬁed safety as the most important Transport and Main Roads. criteria Number of attractors/destinations per Higher number of attractors indicates higher potential kilometre served along the route. volume of cyclists. Connectivity 20% Diversity of attractors served along Indicates whether the route will serve multiple types of cycle the route. users.

Future population within one kilometre Higher numbers of people around a route will have a higher of the route. potential to be used.

Expressed demand for the route. Stakeholders identify important routes for the community.

Demand 20% Volume/capacity ratio of the route (road Indicates where congestion occurs or is likely to occur. Ideal congestion). to provide cycling facilities as an alternative along these routes. Cars per person per household within Indicates households with reduced access to a motor one kilometre of the route. vehicle and therefore more potential to increase cycling. Increased opportunity to deliver links including as part of Opportunity Considered in future implementation stages other projects. Identifies value for money of a route with consideration for Cost effectiveness Considered in future implementation stages cost and benefit to cycling and the community.

Increases the overall completeness of the network by ﬁlling Network enhancement Considered in future implementation stages network gaps and completing routes.

Table 1.1: Preliminary prioritisation method for far north Queensland

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 44 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Appendix A: Network priorities

Prioritisation outcomes

A stakeholder workshop was held in June å Tolga to Atherton: subject to the Atherton Local government area Route 2008 to discuss the results of the preliminary Tablelands Rail Trail Feasibility Study and prioritisation method. Advisory Committee Cairns Airport to Cairns central business district Regional Council A critique of the results found the method tended å Redlynch to Cairns central business district: Smithfield to Cairns central business district via Captain Cook Highway to favour routes in urban areas due to the larger subject to the Cairns Transit Network project Palm Cove to Smithfield via the beaches route populations, number of destinations and number and state road planning of recorded crashes in these areas. However, Port Douglas to Palm Cove – The Ellis Beach to Palm Cove link was considered the most å Captain Cook Highway (various sections): some less used rural routes ranked highly due to important and a possible first stage subject to the Cairns Transit Network project the number of heavy vehicles along them. and state road planning. Cairns central business district to Edmonton After discussing the results, workshop Edmonton to Gordonvale participants agreed on a list of high priority Port Douglas to Mossman principal cycle routes for far north Queensland as High priority routes for Redlynch to Cairns central business district shown in Table 1.2. far north Queensland Of the high priority routes shown in Table 1.2, Cassowary Coast Goondi Hill to former Innisfail State High School site via Bruce Highway some are already being planned for as part of Regional Council In developing the Principal Cycle Network Plan Innisfail central business district to Johnstone College of TAFE other projects. These include: for Far North Queensland, concepts and designs Etty Bay Road to Innisfail have been prepared for a selection of high å Airport to Cairns central business district: Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach $6.1 million has been committed through priority routes. These provide a foundation to a 75% state and 25% local government attract funds for cycle infrastructure projects. Link Tablelands East Mareeba to Mareeba central business district Regional Council funding partnership as part of the Far North concepts and concept designs are provided in Atherton to Lake Barrine – The Yungaburra to Lake Eacham link was considered the most Queensland Infrastructure Plan 2009– Appendix B. important and a possible first stage 2031 Tolga to Atherton å Cairns central business district to Edmonton: Table 1.2: Highest priority routes per local government area subject to Cairns Transit Network and Cairns Bruce Highway Upgrade projects

å Edmonton to Gordonvale: subject to Cairns Transit Network project, Cairns Bruce Highway Upgrade project and Mount Peter Master Plan Area structure planning

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 45 Appendix B Link concepts and concept designs

Locality plan 48

Mossman to Port Douglas 49

Ellis Beach to Palm Cove 53

Smithﬁeld to Palm Cove 55

East Mareeba to Mareeba central business district 58

Yungaburra to Lake Eacham 61

Goondi Hill to Johnstone College of TAFE Innisfail 63

Etty Bay Road 65

Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach 68 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Appendix B: Link concepts and concept designs

Preparing a link concept and concept design is a bridging step between identifying a high These concept designs are not final plans for Terms priority principal cycle route and initiating a construction project to deliver a specific part constructing cycle facilities. They are a first step of the network. This step represents a starting point for attracting funds and progressing toward identifying and suggesting appropriate construction treatments along different sections Bicycle awareness zone Yellow bicycle symbols marked on the road surface indicate a shared zone detailed design. of a principal cycle route. for cyclists and vehicular traffic. These symbols are typically only applied in low speed environments along local roads where their use is approved by A proposed link alignment is shown on each the local authority. Further consideration of traffic calming may be required concept design and broken into different What is a link concept? Reading link concepts in these locations. coloured sections. Each section represents a A link concept provides background information Link concepts support the concept designs by change in the conditions along the corridor for the route and supports the concept design. providing the background information for each and indicates where a different construction Bike lane A bike lane is typically an on-road facility extending from the outer edge of This information includes: proposed link alignment. treatment is required. Above each section is a the vehicle traffic lane. A bike lane is usually between 1.2–1.5 metres wide brief description of the proposed construction along roads with up to 60km/hr speed limits. Bicycle lanes can be up to 2.5 a description of the link, existing conditions Information contained in link concepts provides å treatment. metres wide in busier sections of 60km/hr roads and up to 3 metres along and recommended standards guidance when undertaking detailed planning and design to construct a principal cycle route. The ‘chainage’ along the route is provided for roads with speed limits above 60km/hr. å potential issues such as traffic and parking most concept designs. This shows the number of Link concepts include: considerations metres from the start of the route to the start and Bike path A bike path is typically an off-road facility specifically designed to cater to end of each section. Knowing the length of the å the strategic relationship to surrounding å strategic positioning - the strategic cyclists. areas and overall network priorities. relationship of the link to the surrounding treatment type proposed for each section helps area and network priorities to develop cost estimates for constructing all the Link concepts provide guidance when different parts of the route. Extra details such as proposed standards - a description of Cantilever structure Where the road environment is constrained by sloping terrain, a path undertaking detailed planning and design to å notes and photographs are also provided on the construction treatments proposed for each can be extended over the sloping edge using a cantilevered structure. implement the link. concept designs. Some of the terms appearing Such structures will also require safety rails built to standard height and section on the concept designs are explained on the clearances. What is a concept design? å conditions and form - a brief overview right side of this page. of existing conditions on the route and A concept design shows the proposed alignment The concept designs provide an overall idea potential issues such as traffic and parking for a selected route which is further broken of what cycle facilities might be achieved on a Clearances Cycle routes must be set back from trees, posts, signage, drains, guardrails, into sections to indicate areas where different considerations. particular part of the principal cycle network. sloping edges, kerbs and other obstacles to prevent collisions. The information in link concepts is useful for treatments are required. Treatments to upgrade The routes depicted in the concept designs will understanding why the link is important, why existing conditions to better provide for cyclists require further investigation to determine if the certain treatments have been proposed and are proposed for each section. Treatments proposed treatments are feasible. For some Shared path A shared path is an off-road facility designed to cater for use by both what issues might need to be addressed before may include providing on-road bicycle lanes or routes, consultation with stakeholders and the cyclists and pedestrians, and is usually a minimum of 2.5 metres wide. constructing the route. constructing off-road shared paths. Crossing community will be necessary to help decide the structures and problem areas such as bridges The link concepts may need to be updated in most appropriate treatments for constructing the and intersections are also identified on concept Shared zone These spaces, usually roads, are shared by cyclists and vehicular traffic. the future to reflect changes to conditions or route. Detailed investigations may also consider Traffic calming may be required in these locations to keep speeds low. designs. This information can be used to develop construction standards prior to constructing a alternative locations for all or part of a principal cost estimates and prepare a business case for principal cycle network project. cycle route such as using a parallel street or constructing a project. nearby green corridor. The alignment of a route Transition treatment A transition treatment is required to enable safe movement between off- Concept designs represent an idea of what might Understanding concept designs may change if alternative options provide similar road cycle facilities and on-road cycle facilities, and also when a cycle path be achieved. Detailed design, combined with or greater benefits to cyclists with fewer impacts crosses a road. The concept designs provided in the Principal or lower construction costs. stakeholder consultation, determine the specific Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland treatments and physical alignment of the facility provide a starting point to deliver high priority Contact the Department of Transport and Main Transport corridor A strategic corridor identified for future vehicle or public transport use. before taking the project forward to construction. cycle projects for the region. Roads if you would like further information about the concept designs. These corridors present an opportunity for use by cyclists.

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Locality plan Route Drawing Page

Mossman central business district to Link concept 45 Port Douglas central business district 1A: Concept design 46

1B: Concept design 47

1C: Concept design 48

Ellis Beach to Palm Cove Link concept 49

2A: Concept design 50

Smithﬁeld to Palm Cove Link concept 51

3A: Concept design 52

3B: Concept design 53

East Mareeba to Mareeba central Link concept 54 business district 4A: Concept design 55

4B: Concept design 56

Yungaburra to Lake Eacham Link concept 57

5A: Concept design 58

Innisfail TAFE to Goondi Hill Link concept 59

6A: Concept design 60

Etty Bay Road Link concept 61

7A: Concept design 62

7B: Concept design 63

Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach Link concept 64

8A: Concept design 65

8B: Concept design 66

Note: The Aeroglen to CBD link is being designed and constructed by Cairns Regional Council, with $4.6 million funding from the State and $1.5 million funding from council. A concept design is not included for this link.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 48 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Mossman to Port Douglas Mossman to Port Douglas Proposed treatments å Section 1 (Captain Cook Highway between å It is noted that along Port Douglas Road å Oﬀ-road paths (existing and proposed) Bow Street and south of Harper Street) where an oﬀ-road shared path is proposed, should also be designed and assessed through the Mossman centre area comprises on-road cycle facilities should also be according to Crime Prevention Through Strategic positioning bike lanes provided as either a formal cycle lane or as Environmental Design principles with regular part of the road shoulder. This may be able to maintenance of shrubs and vegetation to Link description Link owner å Section 2 (Captain Cook Highway between be implemented as part of line marking and improve visibility and increase security. Harper Street and the rail line crossing (near The proposed principal cycle route begins at The principal cycle route along the Captain Cook re-sheeting programs. Some sections already Shannonvale Road) through the southern the intersection of Captain Cook Highway and Highway and Port Douglas Road are both state- exist. Bow Street, Mossman. It heads in a southerly controlled, whilst the cycle routes proposed urban area of Mossman comprises a 3.5m direction, along the Captain Cook Highway to along Davidson Street and Macrossan Street are shared path. In this section an alternative Port Douglas. At the intersection of Captain Cairns Regional Council controlled roads. route for investigation is also proposed Conditions and form

Cook Highway and Port Douglas Road, the route along Shannonvale Road due to potential Connection priority follows Port Douglas Road to the Port Douglas limitations in road reserve widths along the Existing conditions A similar on-road facility has been proposed Captain Cook Highway and potential to reduce in the Port Douglas central business district centre, where it then follows Macrossan Street, The route ranked in the top 25 routes for this A commuter and recreational facility exists along bridge widening requirements except where proposed works associated terminating at the intersection of Macrossan region. The Port Douglas component of the route Port Douglas Road and also along sections of the ranked as the top priority for the former Douglas with the Port Douglas Waterfront Master Plan Street and Wharf Street. å Sections 3 and 4 along the Captain Cook Captain Cook Highway in south Mossman. There may result in a cycle facility separated from Shire Council local government area. At the Highway (between the rail line crossing near are also some bike lanes recently implemented Strategic position pedestrians stakeholder workshop, the route was identified Shannonvale Road and 500m north of Port on Port Douglas Road near the shopping centre. This link is part of a prioritised corridor in the as being one of the top 10 priority routes for the Douglas Road) consists of 2.5m shared path Otherwise, no other cycle facility currently exists. Other operational issues Cairns Regional Council section of the Principal region. Key aspects relating to its priority are Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland. that: å Section 5 along Port Douglas Road (between Interaction issues with other traffic Section 1 can be achieved through proposed the Captain Cook Highway and Macrossan Department of Transport and Main Roads There are currently no cycle facilities on the The link will connect two district regional activity å it was identified as a priority link during the Street) consists of 3.5m shared path upgrading plans, which incorporate on-road Captain Cook Highway (except within urban centres of Mossman and Port Douglas to provide stakeholder consultation processes bike lanes in the urban area of Mossman a connection for residents to these centres as å Section 6 along Macrossan Street (between area of Mossman central business district), and the route ranked highly in terms of the central business district. well as catering for tourists and recreational å Port Douglas Road and Grant Street) consist of cyclists currently have to mix with traffic. The number of attractors it serves and the variety users. on-road bike lanes Captain Cook Highway forms a major highway There is a need to further investigate how of these attractors along the route link between Cairns and Mossman and Port to achieve cycle facilities across bridge å Section 7 along Macrossan Street (between This link is shown in Map 3 and Map 4 of the Douglas. crossings. These investigations will include å there is also a medium level of heavy vehicle Grant Street and Wharf Street) consists of a Network Maps. the possibility of the requirment of a separate use along the route. new path. Off-road paths are proposed to minimise the Concept design bridge. interaction of cyclists and motorised traffic along The link and its associated sections is detailed the Captain Cook Highway, with the exception of Section 7 could be delivered as part of the Port on Drawing No’s 1A, 1B and 1C. bicycle lanes in the Mossman central business Douglas Waterfront Master Plan project. district where the traffic speeds are much lower Known potential issues/risks and there is a higher level of pedestrian activity associated with the adjacent land use in the Macrossan Street – the proposed facility north commercial area. of Grant Street to be considered in conjunction with the outcomes of the Port Douglas Waterfront Master Plan project. This may require removal of some existing vegetation.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 49 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Mossman to Port Douglas

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 50 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Mossman to Port Douglas

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Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 51 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Mossman to Port Douglas

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Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 52 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Ellis Beach to Palm Cove Ellis Beach to Palm Cove Proposed treatments Conditions and form The majority of the path is proposed as a 2.5m Existing conditions shared path, except where road reserve widths The link will serve a recreational and tourist limit its width to 2.0m (Section 2) and at Ellis facility with some commuter use. Currently there Strategic positioning Beach where a wider path is proposed (Section 1 are no specific cycle facilities existing along the at 3.5m) due to higher demands by pedestrians Link description Connection priority route. and cyclists as a result of adjacent land uses. The link begins along the Captain Cook Highway The route was confirmed as a priority at the Interaction issues with other traffic The off-road path should also be designed at Ellis Beach. From here, it travels south, along Stakeholder Prioritisation Workshop which and assessed according to Crime Prevention The route traverses the Captain Cook Highway the Captain Cook Highway and terminates at involved State agencies, local governments Through Environmental Design principles with which is a major highway connecting Cairns with the intersection of Captain Cook Highway, Cedar and bicycle user groups. Key aspects relating to regular maintenance of shrubs and vegetation to Port Douglas and Mossman. The highway has Road and Veivers Road at Palm Cove. its priority status were related to the potential improve visibility and increase security for users. high traffic volumes and speeds. As a result, an attractiveness of the route to form an iconic Strategic position off-road path has been proposed. tourist and recreational route in the far north This link is part of a prioritised corridor in the Queensland region. Other operational issues Cairns Regional Council section of the Principal The construction of this route presents Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland. significant challenges. There are some sections The principal cycle route will connect the Ellis where a boardwalk and cantilever construction Beach recreation/tourist area with the Palm Cove types are required due to the proposed route’s recreation/tourist area and locality. The route position along the coast with limited space for will form an iconic recreation and tourist facility widening the road. The construction of these will for far north Queensland. The route forms stage need to be robust to address potential future one of an overall priority corridor between Port erosion of the coastline. The type of facility Douglas and Palm Cove. proposed should retain the view and outlook to the coast. This link is detailed in Map 5 of the Network Maps. Known potential issues/risks Concept design The known potential issues/risks include the environmental impacts along the foreshore The link and its associated sections is detailed associated with construction of this facility. on Drawing No. 2A. Link owner The principal cycle route traverses the Captain Cook Highway which is a state-controlled road and as such Department of Transport and Main Roads is responsible for this link.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 53 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Ellis Beach to Palm Cove

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Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 54 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland

Proposed treatments Conditions and form

å Sections 1 and 2 (Captain Cook Highway Existing conditions between Kennedy Highway and Poolwood This link will serve a commuter and recreational Road) comprise a 3.0m off-road path to be facility. Existing shared paths and cycle lanes constructed alongside the new intersuburban exist in some parts of the route, although not in connector road between McGregor Road and a continuous manner. There is also an off-road Strategic positioning Reed Road, then as a stand-alone bikeway shared path along parts of the Captain Cook along the disused cane rail corridor between Highway in the vicinity. Link description terminating at the intersection of Warren Street Department of Transport and Main Roads has Reed Road and Poolwood Road and Captain Cook Highway. stewardship of this section of the link. Interaction issues with other traffic The link begins at the intersection of Captain å Section 3 (Cottesloe Drive) comprises an Some sections of the proposed route are bicycle Cook Highway and Kennedy Highway. From this Strategic position Connection priority on-road yellow advisory treatment along the point, the link heads in a northerly direction advisory treatments where cyclists will share This link is part of a prioritised route in the Cairns A prioritisation process was undertaken and residential street along Captain Cook Highway, until Feathertop the road with other users. These streets are low Regional Council section of the Principal Cycle this route was identified as being in the top 10. Sections 4 and 5 (Cottesloe Drive to Rudder Close, whereupon it leaves the road corridor å volume and low speed local residential streets Network Plan for Far North Queensland. The link The route was also confirmed as a priority at a Street) comprise a 3.0m path as part of future and heads in an easterly direction across the and therefore this is considered appropriate. will connect the Smithfield major regional activity stakeholder workshop, involving state and local development area proposed Smithfield Town Centre near McGregor This treatment is subject to approval by the centre with the northern beaches residential governments and bicycle user groups. Road. It continues along the new intersuburban Sections 6-8 (between Linden Street and local authority. The section of bikeway proposed areas and the Palm Cove tourist area. It also å connector road through Smithfield Village Key aspects relating to its high priority area were Hope Street) comprise an on-road yellow as part of the transport corridor represents an provides connectivity for local residents to estate and Bluewater, then travels along the as follows: advisory treatment along local residential opportunity to deliver a separated bikeway local beaches and local shops along the way. disused cane rail corridor to Poolwood Road. At streets through the new residential estates of Smithfield Smithfield contains major services, shops, å it was identified as a priority link during the Trinity Beach it connects into Cottesloe Drive, Village and Bluewater, either alongside the community facilities and employment areas for stakeholder consultation processes å Sections 9-12 (Deep Acres Drive, Agentea continuing north-west before traversing a new new intersuburban connector road or within the these residential areas. Boulevard, Linden Street) comprises the development area and connecting into Rudder å the route ranked highly in terms of the disused cane rail corridor. Further discussion is existing 2.5m path and a proposed bike lane Street. This link is detailed in Map 5 and Map 6. number of attractors it serves and the variety required with council, the Cairns Transit Network of these attractors along the route å Sections 13-14 (Deep Acres Drive and Triton project team and private developers. The principal cycle route then traverses local Concept design Street) comprise a future bike lane there is a high population of potential cyclists Other operational issues residential streets through Clifton Beach and The link and its associated sections is detailed å located within its catchment Section 15 (Williams Esplanade, Veivers Road) Palm Cove. Specifically it traverses north south on Drawing No’s 3A and 3B of the Network Maps. å A separated bicycle facility needs to be comprises a 3.5m shared path along the via Rudder Street, Hope Street, Undine Street, å there was an opportunity to achieve cycle incorporated into the planning and design Link owner foreshore Batt Street, Pixie Street, Arlington Esplanade, facilities as part of the planning and for future use of the transport corridor and St Crispin Street, Guide Street, Clifton Road, Most of the roads that the principal cycle route development of the proposed Cairns Transit å Section 16 (Cedar Road) comprises a bike constructed at the same time. A large percentage Yule Avenue, Beaver Street, Saxon Street, traverse are Cairns Regional Council controlled Network. lane of the proposed principal cycle route traverses Endeavour Road, Haycock Street, Satellite roads, with the exception of the Captain Cook local residential streets through Clifton Beach å Section 17 (Warren Street) comprises a 2.5m Street, Linden Street and Argentea Boulevard. It Highway which is state-controlled and as such and Palm Cove. The route is indirect and is shared path. then heads east along Deep Acres Drive, north currently not very legible to cyclists. As a result, along Triton Street, Veivers Road and Williams it will require significant signage to improve its Esplanade until it reaches Cedar Road. The legibility. The cycle facility proposed will also route then traverses east west along Cedar Road allow a north south connection through these until Warren Street, which it traverses before suburbs which is not possible to undertake by car. Known potential issues/risks There are no known potential issues/risks.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 55 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland

Drawing No. 3A

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 56 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland

Drawing No. 3B

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 57 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Mareeba East to Mareeba central business district Mareeba East to Mareeba central Proposed treatments Conditions and form business district å Section 1 (Peninsula Developmental Road, Existing conditions Other operational issues between Mareeba Dimbulah Road and There is an existing bike path along Peninsula The other operational issues include the Railway Avenue) comprises a 3.0m shared Developmental Road, between Mareeba widening of pedestrian and cycle facilities on the Strategic positioning path, replacing the existing path Dimbulah Road and Byrnes Street, however this Barron River bridge at Anzac Avenue and over the Link description Link owner å Section 2 (Peninsula Developmental Road, will be replaced with a wider path. In addition, creek along Peninsula Development Road north between Railway Avenue and Rankin Street) The link begins at the intersection of Peninsula The principal cycle route along the Peninsula there is an existing Copenhagen style bike lane of Railway Avenue. comprises an on-road cycle lane along Herberton Street. Anzac Avenue also has Developmental Road and Mareeba Dimbulah Development Road is a state-controlled road. Known potential issues/risks Road, from which it travels south along Peninsula All other roads which the principal cycle some existing pathways, though these will be å Section 3 (Rankin Street) comprises on-road Developmental Road. At the intersection of route traverses are owned and maintained by There is a potential issue/risk associated bike lanes replaced with wider facilities. Peninsula Developmental Road and Rankin Tablelands Regional Council. with changing the number of traffic lanes on Street, it heads east along Rankin Street and Interaction issues with other traffic Connection priority å Sections 4 (Constance Street) comprises a Peninsula Development Road from four lanes to then south along Constance Street. At the new 3.0m shared path The majority of the principal cycle route is two lanes through the central business district. intersection of Constance Street and Herberton A prioritisation process was undertaken and key proposed as an off-road shared path. The Further investigation will be required to see if Street, the link follows Herberton Street, to the parts of the route were in the top three priority å Section 5 (Herberton Street, between east. The route crosses the Barron River into routes for the former Mareeba Shire Council local Constance Street and Barron River) comprises sections that are proposed as on-road bicycle this is possible and will need to be assessed Anzac Avenue. It continues south-east along government area. The link was then consequently retaining the existing Copenhagen style bike lanes are through the main commercial area in in association with consultation with the local Anzac Avenue, terminating at the intersection of proposed as a priority route at a stakeholder lane the Mareeba central business district on Rankin authority and the community. Anzac Avenue and Elisa Avenue. prioritisation workshop, involving state agencies, Street and Peninsula Developmental Road due to local governments and bicycle users. Strategic position å Section 6 (Anzac Avenue over the Barron the high levels of commercial activity as a result Key aspects relating to its high priority are as River) will comprise a wider version of the This link is part of a prioritised route in the of adjacent land use. The Peninsula Development follows: existing shared path facility (3.0m) Tablelands Regional Council area of the Principal Road is a major through traffic route in the area Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland. å parts of the route ranked highly in terms of å Section 7 (Anzac Avenue to just north of with traffic volumes of 11,500 trips per day, The primary purpose of the link is to connect the number of attractors it serves and the Hastings Drive) comprises a new 3.0m shared connecting Atherton with Mareeba and Mt Molloy the residential areas to the east and west of variety of these attractors along the route path and Mossman to the north. Mareeba to the central business district, which å part of the route has a high volume of heavy å Section 8 (Anzac Avenue between Hastings is a major regional activity centre. The central vehicles (Peninsula Development Road). business district contains a number and variety Drive and Elisa Avenue) will comprise a new of attractors, including the Mareeba rail station, 3.0m shared path, replacing the existing a library and major shopping centres and facility employment. A golf course is also located to the north of the proposed cycle route. å Off-road paths (existing and proposed) should also be designed and assessed This link is detailed in Map 16 of the Network Maps. according to Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles with regular Concept design maintenance of shrubs and vegetation to The link and its associated sections is detailed improve visibility and increase security. on Drawing No’s 4A and 4B.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 58 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Mareeba East to Mareeba central business district

Drawing No. 4A

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 59 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Mareeba East to Mareeba central business district

Drawing No. 4B

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 60 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Yungaburra to Lake Eacham Yungaburra to Lake Eacham Proposed treatments Conditions and form å Section 1 (Gordonvale Atherton Road between Existing conditions Peterson Creek and Fig Street) comprises a The link will serve a recreational and tourist 3.0m shared path facility with some commuter use. Currently no Strategic positioning å Section 2 (Gordonvale Atherton Road specific cycle facilities exist along the corridor. Link description Link owner between Fig Street and Beech Street) Interaction issues with other traffic comprises a 3.0m shared path The link begins at the entrance to Yungaburra The majority of the proposed principal cycle The route mostly traverses the Gordonvale town along Gordonvale Atherton Road and route is along Gordonvale Atherton Road which å Section 3 (Gordonvale Atherton Road Atherton Road (Gillies Highway) which is a major continues along Gordonvale Atherton Road is state-controlled and as such the Department between Beech Street and Byrnes Road) highway connecting the Cairns central business through Yungaburra and towards Lake Eacham. of Transport and Main Roads has responsibility comprises a 2.5m shared path district with Atherton. The highway has high At the intersection of Gordonvale Atherton Road for those sections of the link. The Tablelands å Section 4 (Byrnes Road) comprises a 2.5m traffic volumes and speeds. As a result, an off- and Byrnes Road the route leaves Gordonvale Regional Council controls the remaining roads shared path road path has been proposed. Atherton Road and traverses Byrnes Road to Lake that the principal cycle route crosses. Section 5 (Lake Eacham Road) comprises a Other operational issues Barrine Road. The link crosses Lake Barrine Road å Connection priority bicycle advisory treatment connecting to Lake Eacham Road and traversing The shared path will result in a safer and this road, before terminating immediately south The route was confirmed as a priority at the å It is noted that where an off-road shared path useable facility for cyclists and pedestrians in a of the intersection of Lake Eacham Road and stakeholder prioritisation workshop, involving is proposed, on-road cycle facilities should location with high traffic volumes and speeds. Malanda Lake Barrine Road. state agencies, local governments and bicycle also be provided as part of the road shoulder. Appropriate crossing points of the Gordonvale users. This could be implemented as part of any Atherton Road will be necessary to access Strategic position the facility, particularly in Yungaburra. There Key aspects relating to its priority status were proposed road upgrades along this link This link is part of a prioritised route in the is limited room to increase the width of Lake related to its potential attractiveness to form Off-road paths (existing and proposed) Tablelands Regional Council area of the Principal å Eacham Road and as a result a bicycle advisory an iconic tourist and recreational route in the should also be designed and assessed Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland. treatment has been proposed. Due to its winding far north Queensland region. It has also been according to Crime Prevention Through nature and current traffic calming devices this is The link will connect the Yungaburra Village identified a number of times throughout the Environmental Design principles with regular an appropriate and cost effective treatment. Activity Centre with the Lake Eacham regional stakeholder consultation process undertaken in maintenance of shrubs and vegetation to tourist/recreation facility. The route forms stage 1 developing the Principal Cycle Network Plan for improve visibility and increase security. Known potential issues/risks of an overall corridor link between Atherton and Far North Queensland. There are no known potential issues/risks. Lake Barrine.

This link is detailed in Map 20 of the Network Maps. Concept design The link and its associated sections are detailed on Drawing No. 5A.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 61 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Yungaburra to Lake Eacham

Drawing No. 5A

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 62 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Goondi Hill to Johnstone College of TAFE Innisfail Goondi Hill to Johnstone College Proposed treatments Conditions and form of TAFE Innisfail Existing conditions å Section 1 (Flying Fish Point Road between å Off-road paths (existing and proposed) TAFE entrance and Seymour Street) will should also be designed and assessed The link will serve a commuter facility with some comprise a new 3.0m shared path according to Crime Prevention Through recreational use. The route is also currently Strategic positioning Environmental Design principles with regular used by school students. Much of the route å Section 2 (Flying Fish Point Road (at Seymour maintenance of shrubs and vegetation to Link description Link owner Street) to Geraldton Bridge at Fitzgerald infrastructure already exists, though upgrades improve visibility and increase security. will be required as well as the completion of The principal route begins at the intersection of The roads which the principal cycle route Esplanade) will comprise a new 3.0m shared path. Further investigation is necessary to missing links. Bike lanes have recently been Flying Fish Point Road and the Johnstone College traverses are of mixed ownership, with the Bruce marked on Edith Street. of TAFE access road. The link traverses Flying Highway a state-controlled road, and other see if a wider path is possible at this location, Fish Point Road crossing the Johnstone River. It roads being controlled by the Cassowary Coast including across the Geraldton Bridge Interaction issues with other traffic then continues south along the Esplanade and Regional Council. å Section 3 (Fitzgerald Esplanade from The Bruce Highway is a major traffic route with on along McGowan Drive. The second part of the Connection priority Geraldton Bridge to north of Edith Street) will high volumes of traffic but traffic speeds are principal route heads north along Ernest Street comprise a new 3.5m shared path lowered in the section proposed as bike lane. A (Bruce Highway), from the intersection of Ernest The majority of the route has been assessed as bike lane is proposed in these sections due to å Section 4 (Fitzgerald Esplanade from north of Street and McGowan Drive. The link then follows part of the top 10 priority routes in the region. Edith Street to Jubilee Bridge) will utilise the the high pedestrian activity related to adjacent the Bruce Highway (Edith Street) heading west. This position was validated in a stakeholder existing path land use. Traffic speeds are lower along the The route terminates at the intersection of Ash workshop. Key aspects relating to its priority are Esplanade and McGowen Drive. Street, Bruce Highway and Blackwood Street. as follows: å Section 5 (McGowan Drive from Jubilee Bridge to Ernest Street) comprises a 3.5m shared Other operational issues Strategic position å The route to Flying Fish Point was identified path The facilities proposed along McGowen as a priority link during the stakeholder This link forms part of a prioritised route in the Drive may require some changes to parking consultation process å Section 6 (Bruce Highway (Ernest Street) Cassowary Coast Regional Council section of between McGowan Drive and Railway Street) arrangements in order to be achieved without the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North å The route ranked highly in terms of the comprises on-road bike lanes major retention along the River bank. Queensland. The link connects residential areas number of attractors it serves and the variety Known potential issues/risks of Innisfail to employment destinations including of these attractors along the route. This link å Section 7 (Bruce Highway from Railway Street the Innisfail central business district. It also will access a large and diverse number of to Blackwood Street) comprises a 3.0m The known potential issues/risks include the provides connections to the showgrounds, TAFE key destinations, resulting in potential high shared path cost of upgrading facilities at squeeze points College, recreation facilities and a high school. demands along the Geraldton Bridge. å It is noted that where an off-road shared path This link is detailed in Map 10 of the Network å The Bruce Highway part of the route has a is proposed, on-road cycle facilities should Maps. high volume of heavy vehicles and also a high also be provided as either a formal cycle lane number of crashes per kilometre. or as part of the road shoulder. This could be Concept design implemented as part of line marking and re- The link corridor is detailed on Drawing No. 6A. sheeting programs

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 63 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Goondi Hill to Johnstone College of TAFE Innisfail

Drawing No. 6A

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 64 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Etty Bay Road Etty Bay Road

Strategic positioning Proposed treatments Conditions and form

Link description Connection priority å Section 1 (between Mourilyan Harbour Existing conditions The link begins at the intersection of Mourilyan The route was confirmed as a priority at the Road and the end of the rural residential The link will serve a recreational facility with Harbour Road and Etty Bay Road, from which stakeholder prioritisation workshop, involving properties) comprises a 2.5m shared path some minor commuter use. Currently no specific point it heads north east along Etty Bay Road to state agencies, local governments and bicycle å Section 2 (between the end of the rural cycle facilities exist along the corridor. the caravan park at Etty Bay. users. Key aspects relating to its priority status residential properties and the caravan park) Interaction issues with other traffic were due to its potential attractiveness to form Strategic position comprises 1.5m sealed shoulders a recreational route in the far north Queensland The route traverses Etty Bay Road which is a å Section 3 (through the caravan park at the This link is part of a prioritised route in the region. It currently is utilised by sports and high speed rural residential road. As a result, an end of Etty Bay Road) comprises a shared Cassowary Coast Regional Council area of training cyclists. off-road path has been proposed through the the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North zone environment. existing rural residential areas and wide 1.5m Queensland. sealed shoulders for the remainder. The link will connect the Etty Bay tourist/ Other operational issues recreational area with the locality of Mourilyan. Ability to achieve 1.5m sealed shoulder in a It also connects the residential area along Etty cost effective manner needs to be investigated Bay Road to the bay. The link forms stage 1 of the further. route between Etty Bay and Innisfail. The shared zone needs to be well designed This link is detailed in Map 10 of the Network to ensure priority is given to pedestrians and Maps. cyclists along and across this section of the road Concept design near the caravan park. The link is detailed on Drawing No’s 7A and 7B. Known potential issues/risks Link owner There are no known potential issues/risks. Etty Bay Road is a Cassowary Coast Regional Council controlled road.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 65 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Etty Bay Road

Drawing No. 7A

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 66 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Etty Bay Road

Drawing No. 7B

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 67 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Link concept - Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach

Connection priority å Section 11 (along the foreshore between Other operational issues Wongaling Road and The Esplanade) Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach The route was confirmed as a priority at the Cantilevered sections of bikeway are required comprises a 3.5m shared path along the stakeholder prioritisation workshop, involving along the coastal road at Bingil Bay near James foreshore state agencies, local governments and bicycle Road. Strategic positioning users. This priority was then confirmed by the Sections 12 through to 14 (Reid Road, å Section 2, 3 and 4 are highly constrained and Steering Committee. Key aspects relating to its Wheatley Road) comprise a 3.0m shared path Link description Strategic position therefore a 2.0m path is proposed. This is priority status were as follows: The link begins at the intersection of Bingil Bay This link is part of a prioritised route in the å Section 15 (Kennedy Esplanade to Jackey the absolute minimum width and should be Road, Butler Road and Be Amba Street. From Cassowary Coast Regional Council area of å its potential to reduce car use for tourists and Street) comprises a 3.5m shared path along increased to 2.5m wherever possible. Given this point, the link heads in an easterly direction the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North residents in the Bingil Bay, Mission Beach the foreshore. the narrow sections of this length of the link, and South Mission Beach areas consideration should be given to visibility and along Butler Road, until reaching the bay and Queensland. It is noted that where an off-road shared path is then continues south along Alexander Drive, sight distance in these sections. The link will connect residential and tourist areas å potential attractiveness of the route to form proposed, on-road cycle facilities should also be which then becomes Bingil Bay Road. at Bingil Bay and Mission Beach to the Mission an iconic tourist and recreational route in the provided as either a formal bike lane or as part of Special treatments such as segregated one- Continuing adjacent to the coastline, the link Beach Village activity centre. The Mission Beach far north Queensland region. the road shoulder. This could be implemented as way paths or alternative routes may need to be runs south along the foreshore, through Mission centre contains shops and service activities. part of linemarking and resheeting programs. considered should environmental impact prevent construction of proposed 3.5m shared paths on Beach until it heads west along Seaview Street. The link also connects the South Mission and Off-road paths (existing and proposed) should Proposed treatments the foreshore for sections 5,11 and 15. The link continues west as Seaview Street joins El Mission Beach residential and tourist areas with also be designed and assessed according to Arish Mission Beach Road. From the intersection service facilities at Wongaling Beach, including å Section 1 (Butler Road, between Bingil Bay Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Known potential issues/risks of Tully Mission Beach Road and El Arish Mission a library and sports fields. The link also has Road and Alexander Drive) comprises a 3.0m principles with regular maintenance of shrubs The key risk for this link is the assessment of Beach Road, the link heads south, traversing potential to be a key tourist and recreational shared path and vegetation to improve visibility and increase the environmental impacts of the proposed Tully Mission Beach Road until the intersection facility. Sections 2 through to 4 (Alexandra Drive and security. foreshore paths in section 5, 11, 15. The paths of Tully Mission Beach Road and Wongaling å This link is detailed in Map 11 and Map 12 of the Bingil Bay Road, between Butler Road and proposed in these areas should retain the Beach Road, at which point it heads north east Network Maps. Clump Point Lookout Road) comprise a 2.0m environmental and aesthetic beauty of these on Wongaling Beach Road. The principal cycle Conditions and form shared path areas and ensure removal of large trees and route then travels south along the foreshore, Concept design Existing conditions other vegetation does not occur. Consideration continuing along Banfield Parade, the Esplanade å Section 5 (along the foreshore between The link is detailed on Drawing No’s 8A and 8B. could also be given to different construction and Reid Road. At the termination of Reid Road, Clump Point Lookout Road and Seaview The link will serve a recreational and commuter Link owner material such as crushed granite to limit the the link joins Wheatley Road and heads south- Street) comprises a 3.5m shared path along facility with potential for significant use by impacts in some sections. Further investigation west. It then leaves Wheatley Road and follows Most of the roads that the principal cycle route the foreshore tourists. Limited cycle facilities exist along the and consultation with the community will be a track due south, joining South Mission Beach traverse are Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mission Beach foreshore as part of the Ulysses å Sectio ns 6 through to 10 (El Arish Mission required for these sections. Road. The route then follows South Mission controlled roads, however Tully Mission Beach Track. Beach Road, Tully Mission Beach Road, Beach Road to Kennedy Esplanade, which it Road and El Arish Mission Beach Road are state- Wongaling Road) comprise a 3.0m shared Interaction issues with other traffic follows until it ends at Jackey Street. controlled. path The whole route is proposed as a shared off-road path.

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 68 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach

Drawing No. 8A

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 69 Principal Cycle Network Plan Far North Queensland Concept design - Bingil Bay to South Mission Beach

Drawing No. 8B

Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads 70 Contact information

For further information on the Principal Cycle Network Plan for Far North Queensland, please contact the Department of Transport and Main Roads. Website: www.tmr.qld.gov.au Email: [email protected]

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