Kentucky Street Footpath

  • Project typeFootpath replacement
  • Project valueTBA
  • Completion Date20 July 2026
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Armidale Regional Council is delivering a new pedestrian footpath along Kentucky Street to improve safety, accessibility and connectivity between key cultural, educational and community destinations.

The project will provide a continuous pedestrian link along Kentucky Street between Taylor Street and Dangar Street, helping close a gap in the existing footpath network and making it easier for residents and visitors to move safely through the area. The project will strengthen connections to important community facilities including the Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place, Museum of Education, New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM), Armidale City Gymnastics Club and surrounding residential neighbourhoods.

Project updates

September 2026 | Project update

Work is continuing to progress on the Kentucky Street Footpath project, with several key sections now nearing completion.

The new footpath between the Armidale City Gymnastics Club and Dangar Street is now complete, providing an important connection within the city's pedestrian network. Construction of the footpath between NERAM and the Gymnastics Club is also almost complete, while crews are scheduled to finish concrete pouring for the section between NERAM and Taylor Street early next month.

Once the remaining concrete works are complete, contractors will move on to the final stages of the project, including the installation of solar path lighting, fabricated access ramps and safety railings at various locations along the route.

The project is creating a continuous pedestrian link between Taylor Street and Dangar Street, improving accessibility, safety and connectivity between key community destinations including NERAM, the Museum of Education, the Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place and the Armidale City Gymnastics Club.

Construction remains on track for completion in late October.

Pedestrians are reminded to take care when travelling through the area, follow all traffic control signage and remain outside any fenced or taped-off construction zones while works are underway.

Project information

This project forms part of Council's ongoing commitment to improving pedestrian infrastructure across the region. By creating a continuous and accessible pathway, the project will:

  • Improve pedestrian safety along Kentucky Street.
  • Enhance accessibility for people of all ages and abilities.
  • Better connect residents with key cultural, educational and recreational facilities.
  • Strengthen links within Armidale's broader footpath network.
  • Encourage more walking as a safe and convenient transport option.

Project scope

Works will include:

  • Construction of a new concrete footpath.
  • New kerb ramps and pedestrian access connections.
  • Construction of retaining wall elements where required.
  • Drainage and stormwater improvements.
  • Installation of solar lighting.
  • Renewal of damaged kerb and gutter sections.
  • Access improvements to adjoining facilities.
  • Removal of three trees to accommodate the works.
As part of the project, new ramp access structures and access pathways will be constructed at the Museum of Education, Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place and Gymnastics Club buildings to improve accessibility.

Project location

The project consists of two sections:

Eastern Section: Taylor Street to the Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place.

Western Section: From NERAM west to Dangar Street, connecting into the existing footpath network.

Project impacts

Council is committed to delivering the project with minimal disruption to residents, visitors and businesses.

During construction, traffic and pedestrian management measures will be in place to maintain safety. Some temporary impacts may occur, including:

  • Changes to pedestrian access.
  • Traffic management and detours.
  • Construction noise.
  • Dust from works activities.
Residents and stakeholders will be kept informed throughout the project, with updates provided via the Council website, social media channels and direct stakeholder communications where required.

Environmental and heritage considerations

A Review of Environmental Factors (REF) and Heritage Impact Assessment have been completed for the project. Environmental safeguards will be implemented during construction, including erosion and sediment controls, dust management measures and protection of nearby drainage lines.
 

Location

96-104 Kentucky Street, Armidale 2350  View Map

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Contact details

Armidale Regional Council
1300 136 833
council@armidale.nsw.gov.au
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