FAQs
What is the Whadjuk Trail?
The Whadjuk network of walking trails lies on Noongar land, connecting remnant bushland areas in the western suburbs of Perth.
For more information visit Home - Whadjuk Walking Trails
What is a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP)?
The Disability Services Act 1993 requires all Local Governments to develop and implement a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) to ensure people with disability have equal access to facilities and services.
The City of Nedlands Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2018/19 – 2023/24 is available to view here Disability-Access-and-Inclusion-Plan.pdf (nedlands.wa.gov.au).
This document is available in alternative formats on request, including standard and large print, electronically via email and in digital audio format.
Why will the new route be DAIP compliant?
The intent of the DAIP is for consideration to be given to the needs of people with disability when providing a service to the public. As such it is best practice for all new services, such as this new footpath, to be DAIP compliant where reasonable.
Will the Children’s Hospice project affect these works?
The proposed footpath runs outside the boundary of the hospice. Each project will be considered independently.
Will any trees need to be removed as part of these works?
The preferred route for the footpath requires three (3) existing Norfolk Pine trees in the centre of the carpark to be removed. Some vegetation will also be impacted by the batter to grade on either side of the path to the North-West. Revegetation in line with the Bushfire Management Plan will be undertaken following the construction of the footpath and this will include revegetation of the batter. The City will also install 6 new trees in the surrounding area to replace those removed.
What happens after the community consultation period has closed?
All community consultation will be collated and consultation will take place with internal stakeholders. The Community Engagement Report will then be presented to Council for endorsement.
The feedback received during this consultation period will be used to inform the schematic and detailed design. Construction is expected to begin in early 2024.