- Wambenger Trails network fully open following
addition of 47 kilometres of trails
- Riders now have access to almost 100 kilometres
of trails within the network
- Trails funded through $10 million initiative and
will support Collie's tourism industry
- Part of Cook Government's plan to diversify
Collie's economy and create local jobs
Western Australia's
largest network of mountain bike trails has officially opened following the
completion of 47 kilometres of tracks in Wellington National Park near Collie.
Riders now have almost
100 kilometres of national park trails to explore in Collie's Wambenger Trails
network, which links Wellington Dam, Honeymoon Pool, Mount Lennard and the
spectacular Collie River Valley.
The newly expanded trails
cater for experienced and competition riders, complementing the previously
completed beginner trails near Wellington Dam.
Funded through the $10
million Collie Adventure Trails initiative - which was one of the first major
projects as part of Collie's transition - the new Wambenger trails are helping
to transform Collie into a world-class trail destination that can attract
local, national and international tourists.
A new bike hire outlet
has opened in Wellington National Park to support the trails, with a range of
tour options also available to introduce new riders to the fun of mountain
biking.
The Cook Labor Government
is committed to diversifying Collie's economy and creating local jobs, as the
town transitions away from coal in coming years.
More information on the
Wambenger Trails is available at http://collierivervalley.com.au/
or http://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au.
Comments attributed to Premier Roger Cook:
"We've put Collie on the
map as a world-class trails tourism destination.
"The Wambenger Trails
network will draw thousands of visitors to Collie each year, supporting local
businesses and creating local jobs in the community.
"As Collie continues its
transition away from coal, new industries like tourism are helping to diversify
the economy and secure a strong future for the town."
Comments attributed to Environment Minister Reece Whitby:
"With its recent accreditation as a Trail Town, and now being home to the
State's largest mountain bike trail network - Collie is the place to be for
outdoor adventure enthusiasts.
"The Cook Labor Government is committed to ensuring Collie prospers into
a world-class trail destination, investing more than $40 million to build and
support the region's tourism offerings since 2019.
"We're continuing to invest in Collie by funding improved facilities,
trails and walkways at Wellington Dam to better cater for increased
visitation."
Comments attributed to
Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns:
"There is a mountain bike trail to suit everyone in Collie, whether you
are an adrenalin junkie or out on a leisurely ride with the family.
"In just a few weeks, Collie will host the AusCycling Mountain Bike
National and Oceania Enduro Championships over four days, attracting hundreds
of local, national and international riders to town.
"This
is fantastic news for the local economy and community and just another reason
why you should add Collie as a bucket-list destination."
