The new Moolanda Boulevard footbridge is now open, delivering an accessible pedestrian and cycle path for Kingsley and surrounding suburbs in Perth's north.
The three-span steel and concrete footbridge was designed with a 100-year lifespan and has replaced the previous 37-year-old timber bridge which was removed in 2022.
The original footbridge was a popular active travel route, recording more than 100,000 pedestrian movements and 50,000 cyclists every year.
The project has also restored 2.5 kilometres of the Robertson Road Cycleway, connecting to local schools, recreational areas, shopping precincts, and public transport.
The cycleway provides an uninterrupted link between the Principal Shared Path along Mitchell Freeway to Yellagonga Regional Park.
By providing a safe and accessible connection for the community, the new footbridge and cycleway is supporting people of all ages and abilities to embrace active travel.
Upgrades have also been delivered to the approach ramps, as well as better lighting to improve safety along the shared path and bridge deck.
The project was jointly funded by the Albanese Government ($2.4 million), Cook Government ($1.1 million), and the City of Joondalup.
It was constructed by Advanteering Civil Engineers in a project managed by the City with support from engineering consultant GHD.
As stated by WA Premier Roger Cook:
"This project is a great example of the quality infrastructure my government is delivering for communities across our State.
"We've futureproofed this asset for the Kingsley community and locals will now have better access to local schools, shopping precincts, recreational areas, and public transport."
As stated by Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:
"The Albanese Government is investing in projects like the Moolanda Boulevard Pedestrian and Cycleway to give communities access to accessible active travel.
"We are providing the transport links Australians need to safely travel in the way they choose."
As stated by WA Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Our government is committed to delivering infrastructure that makes a real difference to the connectivity and amenity of our local communities.
"This new footbridge and cycleway will make it easier for people of all ages to get around the northern suburbs and incorporate active travel into their daily lives."
As stated by Federal Member for Moore Tom French:
"This project is exactly what the Australian Government's Thriving Suburbs Program is about - delivering practical infrastructure that improves safety, connectivity and liveability for local communities.
"I'll continue advocating for infrastructure upgrades across Moore to ensure our growing community has the safe, connected, and modern facilities it needs."
As stated by Kinsley MLA Jessica Stojkovski:
"It's great to officially open the Moolanda Boulevard footbridge, which is delivering a smoother, safer connection for locals walking or riding across our community.
"All levels of government have worked together to deliver this new accessible and durable footbridge, which will service our community for decades to come."
As stated by Joondalup Mayor Daniel Kingston:
"Restoring this connection has been a priority for our community, and the new bridge delivers a safer, more durable and more accessible link for people walking, riding or simply enjoying the outdoors.
"This project is about making it easier for people of all ages and abilities to choose active transport - whether that's getting to school, visiting local businesses, or accessing our parks and natural areas.
"Kingsley has long been a connected, liveable neighbourhood, and construction of this bridge supports the City's vision for healthy, sustainable, and well-planned urban environment.
"This is high quality infrastructure that will serve our community for generations, and I acknowledge the professionalism of our project partners and City staff who have worked together to bring this important connection back to life."
27 FEBRUARY 2026
