SSRP Link Road
3 April 2023
Council is proud to announce the official opening of the Link Road from Heysen Boulevard to the Summit Sport and Recreation Park following today’s opening event.
Deputy Mayor Simon Westwood said this important link road will connect into the facilities of the Summit Sport and Recreation Park from Heysen Boulevard, making it easier for motorists to access the Park.
“A concrete footpath adjacent the link road will also provide for pedestrians and cyclists to enter the park and access the network of trails right into the heart of Mount Barker.”
‘Providing a second entry and exit point to the park will be of enormous benefit on match days with vehicles easily able to get to and from Heysen Boulevard.” Deputy Mayor Westwood said.
The project was planned for and funded by Council in the Annual Business Plan 2022-23 and was fast tracked to be ready for the upcoming AFL Gather Round on 15 April 2023.
“We would like to congratulate Lanser Developments No. 1 Pty Ltd, Greenhill Engineers Pty Ltd and BMD Constructions for their collaborative efforts in working with Council to deliver the link road and pathway in such a professional and expeditious manner.
The new link road complements Council’s creation of a new grassed overflow car park to the south of the main oval which will increase the capacity of car parking at the site.
February 2023
Work to construct the link road between the internal SSRP road and Heysen Boulevard has commenced. Completion is expected by the end of March 2023.
January 2023
Design is currently in review, with construction anticipated to commence mid-February, completion expected late March / early April 2023.
Background
The Summit Sport and Recreation Park (SSRP) link road is a connection between the Heysen Boulevard and the internal road network within the facility. Council remains ready to work with the adjacent developer to progress the design and development of this link road as and when required. A high level concept design has been completed and is a matter for the SSRP Board to consider.
