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Work to commence on Dalrymple Esplanade Pathway Project
CASSOWARY COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL
CCRC will commence work on a new pathway along Dalrymple Esplanade to link suburbs together and take advantage of the stunning views of the Johnstone River.
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Stage One of the project involves the construction of a 2.5-metre-wide concrete pathway which will weave its way through the trees from Tierney Street to Geraldton Bridge carpark.
Located closer to the river, the new pathway replaces aging infrastructure and moves users away from properties located along Dalrymple Esplanade.
During the project’s design phase, CCRC undertook community consultation to understand any concerns/issues residents might have with the modern design.
Most of those who responded supported a new pathway closer to the river, which takes advantage of the natural environment and provides a space for friends and family to connect and enjoy the scenic waterfront.
Respondents highlighted concerns over the old pathway, and as a result, removal of sections of the path will take place.
The first stage of works includes constructing a small footbridge and relocating existing lighting.
Weather permitting, these works are expected to commence this month and be completed within six to eight weeks.
CCRC has informed residents with signage in place to provide awareness of any detours for residents/visitors using this area.
The Australian Government and Cassowary Coast Regional Council has jointly funded this Dalyrymple Esplanade Pathway project.
Australian Government provided funding of $288,572 through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.
This program supports local councils across Australia to deliver priority road and community infrastructure projects.
Stage Two is currently unfunded, so CCRC will seek funding opportunities.
For further information, please visit yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ dalrymple-esplanade.
Solo Violinist Khalida De Ridder’s Upcoming Performance
Independent artist Khalida De Ridder will perform as a solo violinist at the Innisfail Shire Hall on Sunday, the 14th of May, at 2:30 pm. She will be one of the only (very likely the first) Australian violinists to perform the entire Bach’s Solo Sonatas and Partitas for Violin in one concert.
Khalida was born on the Atherton Tablelands and began performing at local community events and eisteddfods from age five. Later she won a place to study at the prestigious Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen.
Thirteen years after leaving the Far North, Khalida has returned more permanently with her young family. She has set up an artist-led micro-festival of classical chamber music on the Tablelands and one-night events featured throughout the year. A festival will run in September where she will bring together local, interstate and international professionals to our stunning corner of the globe—where she always feels at home.
Khalida hopes to work closely with all neighbouring local governments and communities to boost the cultural profile of the Far North, with a focus on maintaining skilled artist employment in regional areas.
