Update on Mitchell Freeway PSP Upgrades: Leederville to Northbridge

WestCycle have been advised that Main Roads have completed Stage 1 of the Mitchell Freeway Principal Shared Path (PSP) Upgrades, between Richmond Street and Vincent Street, improving the surface for riders and walkers.

On Tuesday 28 April, work will start on Stage 2 to resurface and widen the 780 metre section between Loftus Street and Aberdeen Street. This is expected to be complete by mid-2026 and, for safety reasons, the path will be closed for the duration of works. You can view the detour below or visit the Main Roads project webpage for more information.

This PSP upgrade was planned in two stages to minimise disruption to path users, with detours carefully selected to cater for riders and walkers of all abilities. 

With more people using the detour routes on bikes, e‑bikes, e‑scooters and on foot, please look out for each other and keep our shared paths friendly and safe. Road users and residents along the detour routes are also asked to take extra care, as there will be additional cyclists and pedestrians on the roads and paths during this time. 

Stage 2 Detour

WestCycle has worked with Main Roads to find the best combination of safe and convenient for the path detour, for people riding bikes and eRideables. The detour has also been reviewed by City of Vincent, and the Urban Mobility team at DTMI.

Tim Roach (Chair)

Elected Director | Off Road

Tim has been in senior leadership and strategic development roles for more than 20 years and is currently a project risk consultant, and a part time academic at Edith Cowan University.

He is a past Director of Executive Education in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University and Assistant Commissioner and General Manager in the public service. He is an Accountant (FCPA) and previously sat on the Divisional Council of CPA Australia. Tim has been involved in racing mountain bikes, BMX and triathlon for many years, both as a father of two children who race and as a past and current bike racer.

Helen Sadler (Deputy Chair)

Independent Director

Helen is a Town of Cottesloe councillor and is the current Chair of WestCycle’s Transport Advisory Group.

A medical doctor, Helen is a strong active transport advocate with a focus on health outcomes and social well-being.