ENHANCED AND RENEWED The Lord Baden Powell Road upgrade has enhanced safety and convenience for both pedestrians and motorists in the Botanic Gardens and Museum precinct.

Projects & Works

Lord Baden Powell Drive upgrade enhances Botanic Gardens precinct

Published: 28 Mar 2024 12:50pm

The completion of the Lord Baden Powell Drive upgrade marks the final phase of the Botanic Gardens Precinct Renewal project, offering an ideal opportunity to explore the fantastic attractions in this part of the city.

The project aimed to improve pedestrian safety access, traffic flow and improve the overall visitor experience to connect the Museum of The Riverina within the Botanic Gardens precinct.

Museum Education and Public Programs Officer Angus Cawdell-Smith said the improved access to the Museum has made it easier for visitors to enjoy all aspects of the Botanic Gardens precinct.

"We're thrilled to welcome visitors to the Museum of The Riverina redeveloped Botanic Gardens site,” Mr Cawdell-Smith said.

“Our semi-permanent galleries, including the Wiradjuri, Rural and War Galleries, offer something for everyone.

“With significantly improved access, we're proud to provide the community with a cultural experience at the museum where there is something for everyone."

The Baden Powell upgrade has made this area safer and more convenient for pedestrians and motorists alike.

Safety enhancements include installing two refuge crossings for pedestrians, along with vegetation management to improve visibility for pedestrians and vehicles.

Newly installed pathway beside an upgraded road — **BEST FOOT FORWARD** The project aimed to improve pedestrian safety access, traffic flow and improve the overall visitor experience to connect the Museum of The Riverina within the Botanic Gardens precinct.

Reshaping the intersection to the Museum has also boosted safety for vehicles exiting the Museum to safely access Lord Baden Powell Drive.

The Museum of the Riverina will be open on Easter Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm, and Easter Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm, and closed for the public holidays either side (Friday 29 March, and Monday 1 April).

This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government through the Building Better Regions Fund ($4.3 million, with $1.7 million allocated for the Museum and $2.6 million for the Lord Baden Powell Drive upgrade), Create NSW through the Regional Cultural Fund ($3.188 million), Restart NSW through Infrastructure NSW ($739,466), and Wagga Wagga City Council ($400,000).

Further information about the Museum of the Riverina and their upcoming events, is available on the Museum’s website.

For links to further information on the Botanic Gardens Precinct Renewal project, including the Lord Baden Powell Upgrade, please visit the Wagga Wagga City Council Current Projects website.