Connecting Community, Connecting Nature - Watery Gully Bridge, Wattle Glen

Peppers Paddock community bushland park is a central community focal point for Wattle Glen residents. However, access throughout the reserve and the wetlands is blocked by Watery Gully Creek and a bridge is required. The proposed bridge will allow pedestrians, cyclists, prams, and people of all abilities to safely cross Watery Gully Creek within Peppers Paddock . It will enable park users to fully enjoy everything that the park has to offer as the bridge will connect the playground, toilet and sheltered BBQ and picnicking facilities on the southern of the creek with the spectacular wetlands and natural trails.

Peppers Paddock is a very short walk from the train station, primary school, tennis club and general store and is very popular with visitors including regular visitation by people with disabilities. It is also enjoyed by bushwalkers, mountain bikers and horse riders using the Green Wedge Trail which runs alongside Peppers Paddock connecting Wattle Glen to Smiths Gully. For local residents and visitors alike, the bridge will allow greater access for people spending time in the park, exploring the wetlands, and connecting with nature and improve the associated health and wellbeing benefits of this natural reserve.