A major new linear parkland is set to open this month in Perth, offering plentiful draws for riders.
Long Park, which stretches seven kilometres from Carlisle Station to Beckenham Station under the Armadale Line, will provide six hectares of vibrant public open space across the inner south-east.
Riders can look forward to an extensive network for bikes and pedestrians, as well as three skate parks.
The park will also feature four new playgrounds, two nature trail spaces, two youth plazas including courts, two fitness parks with exercise equipment, two dog parks and spaces for pop-up cafes and community events. A map of the different spaces available can be found here.
Long Park will also house Perth's longest public art trail, with more than 20 different pieces of public art installed along the length of the park.
The park formally opens on 12 October. The occasion will be marked with a community event that also celebrates two other METRONET milestones: the Byford Rail Extension opening for passenger services and the reopening of the remainder of the Armadale Line.
Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said: "Long Park is a powerful example of how transport infrastructure can do more than move people – it can connect communities, create vibrant public spaces and support active lifestyles.
"With playgrounds, fitness zones, art trails and youth spaces, this revitalised parkland will be a place for everyone to enjoy and make their own."
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