2024-10-08
The ACT Greens will support volunteer trail builders and deliver new trails at Stromlo Forest Park, to maintain Canberra’s appeal as a mountain biking destination for locals and tourists.
“Mountain biking is one of Canberra's fastest growing sports, and more trails means more fun,” said Laura Nuttall MLA, Greens spokesperson on sport and recreation, recontesting her Tuggeranong seat of Brindabella.
“Mountain biking has already brought $30 million a year in domestic tourism to the ACT, and an international event happening on the South Coast next year is a huge opportunity for Canberra - if we can maintain our status as a mountain biking destination for tourists.
“We need to get on and deliver the Master Plan for Stromlo Forest Park and keep Canberra’s other trail networks in great shape.
“That's why the ACT Greens will invest $1.2 million in our trails and the people who look after them,” Miss Nuttall said.
The ACT Greens will:
- Invest $800,000 in new trails at Stromlo Forest Park, as a start to delivering the Master Plan
- Provide $400,000 to community groups building and maintaining trails across the ACT
- Make the most of the opportunity offered by Sea Otter 2025 coming to Mogo Trails next October.
“Mountain biking is good for our health, it’s great fun, and it’s a wonderful way to appreciate Canberra's environment,” said Jo Clay MLA, recontesting Greens Member for Ginninderra.
“We have excellent trails across the city for locals and visitors. But our volunteers need support to keep them that way.
“The Greens plan will build on the improved maintenance we’ve secured at Stromlo, to support local groups to maintain trail networks across the ACT, from Majura Pines and Cotter Pines to Bruce Ridge, Kowen Forest and more.
“This investment will get the gears moving again on making Canberra Australia’s mountain biking capital - where locals, tourists and competitive riders can shred the day away.”
More detail about the Greens’ plans for mountain biking and community sport is on the ACT Greens website.