City Centre to Merewether Cycleway - Stage One

Construction complete

We have finalised work on the first stage of a key cycleway linking the city centre to Merewether Beach (PDF).

The $3.1 million cycleway is a 1.1-kilometre, 2.5 metre-wide shared path along Watkins Street, that runs from Glebe Road in the Junction all the way to Merewether Beach.

Works have also included new and upgraded crossings for pedestrians and cyclists, and improvements to drainage and water treatment systems.

Thanks to all the residents who were patient and understanding throughout the construction period, our crews very much appreciate it.

For more about projects in your neighbourhood visit or Projects and Works page.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.