Annual Footpath Renewal Works

We're renewing footpaths across the city as part of our Capital Works Annual Footpath Renewal Program. These works help keep footpaths safe, accessible and comfortable for everyone in the community.

Footpaths are an important part of our local transport network. Through regular renewal, we maintain footpaths in good condition and extend their useful life. This proactive approach helps reduce long-term repair costs while ensuring paths remain safe for daily use.

Program delivery

  • New and improved footpath surfaces
  • Safer and more accessible paths for pedestrians
  • Well-maintained footpaths that last longer over time

 

Footpaths scheduled for renewal

September schedule

Location Suburb
Banchory Avenue Hillside
Barn Elms Parade Caroline Springs
Gladstone Grove Hillside
Hawkins Place Hillside
Oakfield Circuit Melton South
Sunderland Way Melton
The Elms  Hillside
 The Embankment Kurunjang
 Wolviston Avenue Hillside

October schedule

Location Suburb
Barn Elms Parade Caroline Springs
Blakeville Drive  Caroline Springs
Bloomsbury Drive Taylors Hill
Boronia Drive Hillside
Brunton Avenue  Kurunjang
Gladstone Grove Hillside
James Cook Drive Melton West
Kelly Avenue Burnside
Marrowie Place Taylors Hill
Sunderland Way Melton
The Avenue Caroline Springs
Vanessa Drive Ravenhall
Wavertree Avenue Caroline Springs

November schedule

Location Suburb
Brunton Avenue  Kurunjang
Centenary Avenue Melton West
Community Hub Melton
Cullen Terrace Hillside
Forrest Glade Way Hillside
James Cook Drive Melton West
Oakview Parade Caroline Springs
Old Hall Drive Caroline Springs
Stamford Grove Caroline Springs
Wavertree Avenue Caroline Springs
Windsor Gardens Caroline Springs

December schedule

Location Suburb
Dowie Place Kurunjang
Hilton Way Melton West
James Cook Drive Melton West
Oakview Parade Caroline Springs
James Cook Drive Melton West
Oakview Parade Caroline Springs

January 2027 schedule

Location Suburb
Durrol Way Caroline Springs
Hawkesbury Avenue Hillside
 Hilton Way Melton West

February 2027 schedule

Location Suburb
Hawkesbury Avenue Hillside
Hilton Way Melton West

 

How we notify community

Contractors will notify affected residents and local community about a week before works start.

 

What to expect during works

While footpath works are underway, residents and path users may notice:

  • Construction noise during normal work hours
  • Increased truck and machinery movement in the area

Council will make every effort to minimise disruption and complete the works as quickly and safely as possible.

 

How you can help

To help the works run safely and smoothly, we ask for your cooperation by:

  • Keeping children and pets well clear of work areas until works are complete
  • Moving your vehicle away from the work site before works start (you will be advised in advance)
  • Not allowing water to run into the work zone during construction
  • Staying alert around moving machinery and wet concrete or related materials

 

Access during works

Temporary restrictions may be in place while footpaths are being renewed. Alternative pedestrian access will be provided where required, and nearby property access will be maintained wherever possible.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve footpaths for the whole community.

 

FAQs

The footpath on my street looks ok as it is. Why is it being renewed?

When the surfacing on concrete gets old it deteriorates and cracks appear. Cracks will allow water to get in and undermine the surface leading to settlement or a sunken footpath. 

Can I get in and out of my driveway/property on the day?

Yes. Vehicular access to your property will be permitted. There may be some short delays/inconvenience especially if concrete works are occurring directly in front of your property at that time. Staff on-site will escort vehicles from the worksite when safe to do so. Residents can approach staff and advise them of any necessary trips. Please allow additional time for any trips.

This is inconvenient, why should I co-operate?

The cost of maintenance works such as these are based on time to complete the works. Allowing full and unhindered access to your street will ensure time is used efficiently and that costs and inconvenience are reduced to a minimum.

If the footpath works happening on my street is on the garbage bin collection day, will it still be collected?

Yes, please leave the bins out in the usual spot on the day of collection. Garbage trucks will be given access to the worksite when safe to do so to empty the bins in the area. If it is unsafe to do so, the Traffic Controllers on site will wheel the bins to and from the Garbage truck to your usual spot where you would place the bins for collection.