New boardwalks and bridges
The boardwalks and connecting bridges in the reserve are ageing and deteriorating, and are some of the oldest boardwalks in the city. To enhance this popular public space, we're replacing the old boardwalks with new, wider boardwalks and renewing five bridges.
The width of the boardwalk and bridges will be increased to two metres without compromising the natural environment surrounding the boardwalks.
Wastewater infrastructure
When the boardwalk and bridge renewal is nearing completion, works to replace the wastewater pipeline running through the reserve will begin.
Construction will include laying a new underground pipe along the existing or similar alignment.
Public access
Sections of the reserve will be closed to the public while construction is underway.
We’ll be keeping the community up to date on accessibility throughout the construction period, with signs and barriers in place to inform users of closures, and updates in Council’s Weekly Bulletin newsletter.
Boardwalk renewal: Sections of the track shown in red will be closed at times while work is underway. There may be short closures near entrances to Johnson Reserve to allow for equipment to be brought in.
Wastewater upgrade: This will involve larger closures to Johnson Reserve. Closure locations and dates to be confirmed closer to project start.