The Tasmanian Liberal Government is investing in active transport to boost cycling and walking, in order to reduce traffic congestion.
Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Michael Ferguson, said the $8.8 million Better Active Transport in Tasmania Grant Program supports local councils to provide active transport infrastructure, such as cycleways and shared pathways, around the State.
The Program will be split across the regions, with $2 million committed for the South, $3 million for the North and $3.8 million for the North-West/West.
Potential projects could include upgraded, new or extended:
* tactical cycleways to inform future permanent street design;
* on-road, separated cycleways; and
* shared pathways.
"This program provides an opportunity for local government partners to develop and construct upgraded, new or extended active transport infrastructure at priority locations, leading to healthier communities and reduced traffic," Minister Ferguson said.
"Improved amenity, ease of use and improved safety will encourage more Tasmanians to cycle, wheel or walk.
"The grant program will also increase the capacity of local government to design and build active transport infrastructure."
The grant program will run annually over a four-year period, or until funds are exhausted.
