HERVEY Bay is set to receive a significant upgrade to its walking and cycling infrastructure, with the Fraser Coast Regional Council awarded $975,000 under the Queensland Government’s 2025–26 Walking and Cycling Grants programs.
Announced as part of the Government’s $19.1 million statewide investment, the funding aims to support more connected, accessible and safer pathways for pedestrians and cyclists across the Hervey Bay electorate.
The funding, delivered through the Walking Local Government Grants (WLGG) and the Cycle Network Local Government Grants (CNLGG) programs, will support both planning and construction projects throughout key areas of Hervey Bay.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour welcomed the announcement, calling it a win for both residents and visitors who value active and healthy lifestyles.
“We thank the Queensland Government and Hervey Bay MP David Lee for the $975,000 investment to improve walking and cycling in Hervey Bay,” Cr Seymour said.
“This investment backs key projects such as the Denmans Camp Road shared path and planning for the Esplanade and tourist precincts, with the goal of helping more residents stay active and enjoy the Fraser Coast lifestyle.”
The grant will support a mix of immediate infrastructure upgrades and long-term planning projects. Among the headline initiatives are:
- $550,000 to construct a shared path along Denmans Camp Road, from Boundary Road to Doolong Road.
- $250,000 for a new active transport crossing near Gordon Street, also on Denmans Camp Road.
- $100,000 to undertake an options analysis along the Hervey Bay Esplanade, from Beach Road to Pulgul Street.
In addition, three key tourism and city areas will benefit from early-stage planning investments of $25,000 each:
- The Pialba City Centre
- The Torquay Tourist Precinct
- The Urangan Harbour Precinct
State Member for Hervey Bay David Lee MP welcomed the announcement.
“It is important to keep up with local amenity fitness infrastructure needs, that the Hervey Bay community will utilise,” Mr Lee said.
“There are many people who like walking and cycling, and this will provide extra incentive to do that.”
The successful Fraser Coast projects are part of 56 initiatives being delivered across 25 councils statewide.
However, the spotlight is firmly on Hervey Bay, where active transport infrastructure is playing an increasing role in the region’s liveability, tourism appeal and environmental goals.
Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said the funding aligns with the government’s broader commitment to active transport.
“By backing councils with the funding and support they need, we’re ensuring local walking and cycling infrastructure is not only connected but built to encourage more Queenslanders to choose active travel every day,” Mr Mickelberg said.
All successful projects are scheduled to commence from July 2025, with the Fraser Coast Regional Council expected to begin planning and consultation in the coming months.
With population growth and tourism activity rising in Hervey Bay, local leaders see this investment as timely and forward-thinking—providing safer, more enjoyable and more sustainable ways for people to move through their community.
