Bring Back Our Bike Path - South Yunderup
The issue
In our beloved community of South Yunderup, a once vital bike path that served Austin Cove has been dismantled by developers, leaving our children without a safe route to school. Every morning, I worry as my kids step onto the bus, their only alternative since the pathway was destroyed. Like many parents living here, I find it hard to relax, knowing the excellent opportunity for fresh air, exercise, and independence has been stripped away, compromising their safety and health.
This bike path, nestled quietly in our beautiful area, was more than just a strip of tarmac it was a lifeline connecting our children's homes to their schools within a brief 5-10 minute ride. It was the daily promise of a healthy, active lifestyle that encouraged our youngsters to pedal to and from school, enjoying physical activity and the environment around them. With summer approaching, the absence of this route stirs even more concern, as it is imperative for keeping our children fit and safe during their commute.
According to studies, regular physical activity for children not only reduces the risk of obesity but also improves their ability to concentrate and perform academically. By removing this essential path, developers aren't just disrupting daily routines but potentially hindering the growth and health of the younger members of our community.
The evidence is clear: our children deserve to inherit a safe, supportive infrastructure that prioritises their wellbeing. Reinstating this bike path is a practical and necessary step to ensuring their safety and our peace of mind as parents. Bike paths like ours are known to improve community health and traffic safety while reducing congestion.
I call upon the shire planners, developers, and local authorities to prioritise our children's safety and health over profit. We urge you to reconstruct the bike path, considering its significant role in the lives of our youngest residents and the broader community's future.
This is an urgent appeal to reinstate the bike path in South Yunderup for the safety, health, and convenience of all our children. Please sign this petition to help bring back the path that once was a proud feature of our neighborhood, making it a safe haven for our kids once more.
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The issue
In our beloved community of South Yunderup, a once vital bike path that served Austin Cove has been dismantled by developers, leaving our children without a safe route to school. Every morning, I worry as my kids step onto the bus, their only alternative since the pathway was destroyed. Like many parents living here, I find it hard to relax, knowing the excellent opportunity for fresh air, exercise, and independence has been stripped away, compromising their safety and health.
This bike path, nestled quietly in our beautiful area, was more than just a strip of tarmac it was a lifeline connecting our children's homes to their schools within a brief 5-10 minute ride. It was the daily promise of a healthy, active lifestyle that encouraged our youngsters to pedal to and from school, enjoying physical activity and the environment around them. With summer approaching, the absence of this route stirs even more concern, as it is imperative for keeping our children fit and safe during their commute.
According to studies, regular physical activity for children not only reduces the risk of obesity but also improves their ability to concentrate and perform academically. By removing this essential path, developers aren't just disrupting daily routines but potentially hindering the growth and health of the younger members of our community.
The evidence is clear: our children deserve to inherit a safe, supportive infrastructure that prioritises their wellbeing. Reinstating this bike path is a practical and necessary step to ensuring their safety and our peace of mind as parents. Bike paths like ours are known to improve community health and traffic safety while reducing congestion.
I call upon the shire planners, developers, and local authorities to prioritise our children's safety and health over profit. We urge you to reconstruct the bike path, considering its significant role in the lives of our youngest residents and the broader community's future.
This is an urgent appeal to reinstate the bike path in South Yunderup for the safety, health, and convenience of all our children. Please sign this petition to help bring back the path that once was a proud feature of our neighborhood, making it a safe haven for our kids once more.
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Petition created on 31 October 2026