4.3.2 Walking

The SCC network links up important destinations, including central Melbourne city, employment and activity centres, and other destinations of metropolitan and regional significance. SCCs are designated by the Department of Transport to provide a safe, lower-stress cycling for transport experience. In regional towns, SCCs connect destinations of regional importance such as activity areas, schools and railway centres. As Figure 4–5 illustrates, SCCs within Golden Plains are limited to Bannockburn.

Figure 4–5: Strategic Cycling Corridors in Golden Plains Shire. Source: Department of Transport

Due to the largely rural nature of Golden Plains, walking is primarily seen as a recreational activity rather than a means of transport between towns. Therefore, walking for transport is generally concentrated to town centres.

Recreational walking trails include the Inverleigh Walking Trail, Bannockburn Park, and Dereel Swamp Trail. Recreational walks are undertaken at other parks and reserves however these have limited relevance to this study.