Footpath between the western side of Fullagar Crescent and Higgins Shops

Subject:
Footpath between the western side of Fullagar Crescent and Higgins Shops
Eligibility:
Residents of ACT
Sponsoring member:
Mrs Elizabeth Kikkert MP
Principal petitioner:
No. of Signatures:
172
Posting Date:
Tabled:
15/5/2024
Referred to Minister:
15/5/2024
Responded to:
Yes
 
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Information about the Principal Petitioner is available through the sponsoring Member of the Legislative Assembly's office
TO: The Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly
Reason for this Petition

This petition of certain residents of the Australian Capital Territory draws the attention of the Assembly that:

  • there is no formal footpath directly connecting the western side of Fullagar Crescent and the Higgins Shops;
  • people frequently walk this route anyway, having created a well-worn ‘desire line" along the south side of Higgins Oval;
  • because it is unsealed, this ‘desire line’ is often boggy and difficult to walk on;
  • rehabilitation of the Higgins Oval has dramatically boosted its use, increasing the need for a sealed footpath in the area; and
  • ongoing development of The Henry retirement village likewise strengthens the case for a safe, accessible footpath in this location.

Requested Actions

Your petitioners, therefore, request the Assembly to call upon the ACT Government to priorities the construction of a formal footpath to replace this ‘desire line’.