The bridge, described in such a glowing term by Corowa’s Wednesday Cycle Group (WCG) spokesperson David Jobson, is where nine cyclists posed for a photograph by The Free Press last Wednesday.
“It has been quite a while since the original funding was obtained and again, delays in the actual spade work,” David told The Free Press.
“However the project is well under way with major sealing completed. Contact is kept with the designer of the project who says that things are moving along nicely with continuing work all along. The next major construction will be the 200 metre boardwalk at Drain Lane at the Mulwala end.”
The CWG is looking forward to having long rides on this path with positive comments on the finished seal and how smooth it is.
“As some of the riders have eBikes, we are yet to discover if we can get to Mulwala and back on battery life!” David said. “Time will tell. Meanwhile simply cruising along on the curving trail amongst the trees chatting to the mate alongside is excellent for mind and body. Everyone should ride a bike!”
This project should be a top tourist draw for Corowa as there are so many bicycle riders on the many paths and rail trails in neighbouring Council areas according to the CWG members, who said: “It’s time for our local businesses to share in the benefits.”
CWG was formed “about ten to fifteen years ago” with just a handful of bicycle riders. Membership has changed a lot in recent years.
Currently there are about 16 active members, however a Wednesday ride is usually around eight to 12 riders as people come and go with their various commitments.
Riders meet at different places most weeks, locally and also travel with their bikes to nearby towns. “The rides are usually about 20km then we return to the start point for a coffee and discussions to solve the world’s problems,” David said.
“This usually doesn’t have results! We then arrange the next ride for the following week.”
