Andrews supports foreshore works

Member for Peats Ms Marie Andrews has announced $60,000 in funding for redevelopment work on the Ettalong Beach foreshore.

"This project will involve the development of a new promenade, including boardwalks, viewing platforms and improved access to Ettalong Beach," Ms Andrews said.

"It will ensure that both local residents and visitors have access to a network of foreshore parks and picnic areas, as well as places for swimming, fishing and boating on the foreshore of Brisbane Water.

"I'm very pleased to be supporting a project which enhances our ability to experience and enjoy our beautiful local environment."

The funding will be matched by Gosford Council, and forms part of a total investment of $640,000.

"This program is a fantastic example of what State and Local Government can achieve together," Ms Andrews said.

"I want to thank Gosford Council for its partnership in this project and I encourage everyone to get out and enjoy the benefits of the redevelopment once it is complete."

The funding is part of the State Government's Metropolitan Greenspace Program, which assists in more than doubling the length of regional recreational trails across Sydney as part of its 25-year Metropolitan Strategy.

City of Cities: A Plan for Sydney's Future includes a vision for an integrated network of walking and cycling trails stretching 2000 kilometres around Sydney, including more than 1100 kilometres of new trails.

The strategy aims to put a recreational trail within 1.5 kilometres, or a 15-minute walk, of every residential area in Sydney by 2031.

Press release, December 6 Marie Andrews, Member for Peats