Northern Anglesea MTB Trails
WHY TRAILS? Already popular destination Caters to all ages, genders, abilities Multiple environmental benefits Not another You Yangs or Forrest Social, health, economic benefits Already a popular recreation destination – not trying to create a new industry – track counter 2000/mth in 2015 not formalised trails.
WHY TRAILS? Local user group to drive & sustain the project Properly constructed, minimal ongoing work to sustain Surf Coast MTB Trail Strategic Plan Already a popular recreation destination – not trying to create a new industry – track counter 2000/mth in 2015 not formalised trails.
VISION 40km of dedicated MTB trail 40-60km of trails: day trips 80-100km of trails: day trips & multi night stays Additional walking / running /access trails Cater to all rider abilities – green, blue, black Co-exist and mutually beneficial to alternate future uses
WHERE IN THE COAL MINE?
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THE BIGGER BIGGER PICTURE
Economic Benefits & Funding Options Warburton Feasibility Study 2015 $4.2M for 100km of trail Direct economic benefit $12.6M pa Direct + indirect economic benefit $23.7M pa New jobs Funding options State gov’t grants Local shire grants Private-public partnerships
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