Concept plans to improve the walking experience for people visiting one of Campbelltown’s most popular bushland reserves have gone on public exhibition.
Measures to protect plant and animal habitat at Smiths Creek Reserve are included in the plans.
Campbelltown residents can now have their say on the proposed improvements.
Mayor George Greiss is encouraging them to look at the concept plans and provide any feedback they may have.
“Smiths Creek Reserve is one of Campbelltown’s largest urban bushland reserves and is home to many important plant and animal species,” Mayor Greiss said.
“This project will make the existing walking trails more accessible while also better protecting the amazing biodiversity of the reserve.
“We know that the people who live in the area love Smiths Creek Reserve so this is a great opportunity to provide your local knowledge and have your say on the proposed works while also helping us to better identify access points where vehicles get in that may damage the reserve,” he said.
The proposed works include:
Trail improvements: Upgrades to walking trails including improvements to pathways, drainage and access as well as a new 580 metre green-link trail linking the Leumeah Precinct to Smiths Creek through the Leumeah Scout Hall.
New wayfinding signage:New signage at major entry points as well as trail markers to improve wayfinding.
Vehicle mitigation: Installation of new gates and vehicle mitigation measures such as fencing and barriers, at key points across the reserve. This aims to increase community safety and reduce environmental impacts of illegal trail bike use.
Residents can view the concept plans and have their say at overtoyou.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au
