Cradle Coast Authority (CCA) is entering an exciting phase of renewal and progress, marked by new leadership, strengthened regional collaboration and a focus on future projects.
Philip Reid has commenced as the new Chief Executive Officer of CCA, bringing with him extensive leadership experience and a commitment to working closely with Councils, communities, and stakeholders to deliver regional priorities.
Burnie City Council (BCC) has officially rejoined the CCA. BCC General Manager Shane Crawford and Deputy Mayor Giovanna Simpson attended the CCA Representatives meeting held on Wednesday, 10 September.
The CCA Representative Committee generally consists of the Mayor and General Manager of each Member Council, unless one of them is appointed to the Board; in that case, the Deputy Mayor is appointed as the Representative instead.
In a positive step for the Shared Coastal Pathway, CCA has recently met with BCC management to discuss progressing an application to the Federal Government for securing the promised Coastal Pathway funding. This includes $300,000 to support a feasibility study into completing the missing section of the pathway east of Burnie.
The funding application requests an additional $1 million to enhance wayfinding, upgrade amenities, promote the pathway and implement other improvements along the existing Shared Coastal Pathway. The Shared Coastal Pathway is a project of regional significance that will improve liveability, tourism, and connectivity across the North West Coast.
Mr Reid said he was looking forward to working with Councils, stakeholders and the CCA staff during this transition.
“The Coastal Pathway is just one example of what can be achieved when we work together. It offers great value to our communities, both socially and economically, and I’m committed to seeing it completed,” Mr Reid said.
