Residents along Ritchie Road are rallying behind a push for safer pedestrian access, after more than 200 people signed a petition urging Council to build nearly two kilometres of continuous footpaths through the fast-growing suburb of Pallara.
Petition Closes After Strong Community Support
The petition, officially titled Build More Footpaths in Pallara, closed on 5 November 2025 after collecting 224 signatures. It calls for new footpaths along sections of Ritchie Road and Gooderham Road, covering areas between Cornwall Street, Hideaway Street, Vista Street, Bill Watson Way and Brookbent Road.
Residents also requested at least two pedestrian crossings to help school children, families and commuters move more safely through the corridor.
The campaign follows mounting frustration from residents as Pallara’s development continues to expand, adding new estates, schools and the recently opened Pallara Shopping Village. Increased traffic and foot movement have left many locals without safe walking routes, forcing pedestrians to use the road shoulder or navigate uneven ground.
An earlier report noted that poor road surfaces, limited drainage and missing kerbs along Ritchie Road have contributed to both safety risks and reduced property values
Submission and Next Steps
According to an update shared by Cr Emily Kim, the petition was formally submitted. Ms Kim thanked Pallara residents for uniting behind the initiative and said she would continue to monitor Council’s response to ensure the project remains on the local infrastructure agenda. She described the petition as an example of how grassroots efforts can help prioritise long-overdue safety measures in emerging suburbs.
Residents believe coordinated upgrades will make Pallara safer and more liveable for families. They remain hopeful that the attention brought to Ritchie Road will translate into concrete improvements in the coming year.
Published 5-Nov-2025
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