Southern Terminus relocation update

A boardwalk / possible bench seating will be built around the tree to protect the root system.

Discussions around relocating the Southern Terminus of the Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail near the new visitor centre in York Street have progressed with a meeting held in Albany last week. The major redevelopment of the public space areas around the visitor centre, including Alison Hartman Gardens, has been undertaken in stages and we are hopeful that the development of a joint trailhead will occur within the next few months.

Mokare statue

As both long-distance trails are named in recognition of the Noongar people and their connection to country, Foundation and DBCA representatives suggested that the trailhead signs be positioned with the Mokare statue as the backdrop. The statue is in recognition of the role Mokare played in the peaceful coexistence between Noongar people and the first European settlers, and in particular his friendship with Dr Alexander Collie, explorer and botanist.

Southern terminus signs for BT and MB will be placed with the statue in the background.

The proposed trailhead location is visible from inside the visitor centre and from the street – and would greatly increase awareness of the trails. It will be a much better experience for both Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi end-to-enders to complete their journey by walking up the main street of Albany.

More information about the development of Alison Hartman Gardens is on the City of Albany website.

Bench seating just next to proposed trail head location.