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In an emergency call: 000 (or 112 if out of mobile range)
Contact Westlink M7: 9834 9200 (24 hours)
Western Sydney Parklands Ranger 9am – 5pm Sat/Sun: 0402 696 255
www.westlinkm7.com.au www.westernsydneyparklands.com.au
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Austral Bricks
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Chandos Rd
Redmayne Rd
The Horsley Dr
Saxony Rd
Villiers Rd
Elizabeth Dr
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Government Rd
Rossini Dr
Wilson Rd
Illaroo Rd
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Bernera Rd
Jedda Rd
Ash Rd
Kurrajong Rd
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9 Donohue St
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Have you noticed that every so often there are plaques
along the shared path giving you information about
the local history. There are 20 panels in all –
see how many you can find!
Local history
Contact
9834 9200 (24 hours)
info@westlinkm7.com.au
www.westlinkm7.com.au
As with the use of any infrastructure, there are risks associated with the use of the
Westlink M7 shared path. These include, but are not limited to (i) the risk of users
colliding with other users or infrastructure on the shared path, or vehicles (ii) risks
associated with cycling, walking or jogging generally, such as falling or tripping, and
(iii) the risk of being bitten by or encountering snakes. All users use the Westlink M7
shared path at their own risk. WSO Co Pty Limited (ABN 73102757924),
Westlink Motorway Limited (ABN 63096512300) and their related bodies corporate
(collectively, Westlink) will not accept liability for any personal injury and/or damage
to property arising from use of the shared path, and by using the shared path users
agree to release Westlink from any liability for any personal injury and/or property
damage, whether or not it results from negligence by Westlink or its servants,
agents or contractors.
Anyone considering holding a large and/or advertised
event utilising the Westlink M7 Shared Path needs to
liaise with Westlink M7 as early as possible. Please contact
us on 9834 9200.
You may also come across authorised motor vehicles
such as maintenance vehicles and Police Patrols who
use the shared path regularly. Emergency services
vehicles may also need to use the path.
The path is shared between walkers (including children
and walkers with dogs), joggers and cyclists.
Users
This is a great facility for everyone to use for exercise,
for recreation or to get to work.
The Westlink M7 shared path is unique. It is well lit, has
over 60 entry/exit points and has its own bridges for an
uninterrupted 40 kilometre trip stretching from Baulkham
Hills in the north to Dean Park in the west and down to
Prestons in the south.
It is for everyone to share
Welcome to the
Westlink M7 Shared Path
Westlink M7 supports a number of community events
held on the Shared Path throughout the year including
the annual Westlink M7 Cities Marathon and a number
of charity fun rides/walks.
Events on the Westlink M7 Shared Path
The map indicates a range of locations where toilets may
be found such as train stations and local shops as well
as some of the facilities found in the Western Sydney
Parklands picnic areas.
It can get very hot along the shared path so make sure
you bring plenty of water with you. There is a drinking
fountain located half way at #34 on the map.
Water and toilet facilities
Old Windsor Road
Norwest Boulevard
Sunnyholt Road
Richmond Road
Woodstock Avenue
M4 Motorway
M4 Motorway
From/To
The Horsley Drive
M5 Motorway
Quakers Hill Parkway
Great Western Highway
M5 Motorway
Elizabeth Drive
M5 Motorway
To/From
15 km
37 km
4 km
7 km
25 km
9 km
20 km
Approx.
Distance
The Westlink M7 shared path is about 40 kms long.
The table below gives you approximate distances for
sample trips along the shared path.
www.westlinkm7.com.au
Westlink M7
Shared Path
Section Distances
Safety
To ensure everyone can enjoy using the shared path,
all users need to look out for their own and each other’s
safety and be courteous to all.
Key safety tips for everyone
> Keep to the left, unless overtaking
> Supervise children and ensure they keep to the left
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Keep dogs on a leash and under control at all times
and clean up their waste
> Be aware that maintenance vehicles may be on the path
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Local Attractions
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The Park hosts a variety of international, national, state
and regional sporting and community events including
the finish line of the Westlink M7 Cities Marathon held
annually on the last Sunday of July.
The map shows some of the picnic areas many of which are
short distances from the Westlink M7 Shared Path such as
Nurragingy Reserve at Doonside, Lizard Log at Abbotsbury
(off The Horsley Drive) and the Plough and Harrow at
Abbotsbury (off Elizabeth Drive).
Developed as a major playing and training venue for
Athletics, Baseball and Softball for the 2000 Sydney Olympic
Games, Blacktown International Sportspark has continued
to grow and develop, welcoming AFL, Cricket and the
International Goalkeepers Academy over recent years.
The extensive Western Sydney Parklands contain world class
sporting facilities, popular picnic areas, native bushland
and a range of cycling and walking tracks that link into the
Westlink M7 Shared Path at various points along its
27 km from Quakers Hill to Leppington.
Blacktown International Sportspark
Western Sydney Parklands
For more information call 9895 7500 or visit
www.westernsydneyparklands.com.au
For more information call 9839 6591or visit
www.blacktownsportspark.com.au
Calmsley Hill City Farm
Featherdale Wildlife Park
The Featherdale Wildlife Park hosts a fascinating family of
over 300 species of Australian mammals, birds and reptiles
including koalas, kangaroos and even a 4.5 m Saltwater
Crocodile. Multi award winning, Featherdale also runs a
Wildlife Education program. The Park is located at Doonside
and has an Aussie style café as well as BBQ and picnic areas
you can use.
For more information call 9622 1644 or visit
www.featherdale.com.au
Calmsley Hill City Farm is a working farm where children
and adults can enjoy watching a variety of farming
activities such as sheep shearing and working dogs.
Visitors can also get up close to a range of native and
farmyard animals. As well as having a kiosk, you can
bring your own picnic or BBQ in the grounds.
Calmsley Hill also provides a range of sustainability
education programs and is a private and corporate
function destination.
For details call 9823 3222 or visit www.calmsleyhill.com.au
Cyclists must give way to walkers and joggers, warn
others on approach and slow down
Cyclists need to ride to the conditions at a speed and
distance that promotes safety for all and no more than
30 kph at any time and 5 kph at bends and underpasses
or in the vicinity of maintenance vehicles or other users
> Wear reflective clothing at night
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If using the path in a group, remain within the
marked lane, keep your group size small and allow
others to pass comfortably
Snakes can sometimes venture onto the shared path –
advice from St John Ambulance is do not approach or
try to catch or kill a snake. Wait until it has moved on
If there is an emergency, ring 000 (or 112 if your
phone provider is out of range) and you can also
contact Westlink M7 on 9834 9200.
For more safety tips, please visit our website
www.westlinkm7.com.au and download the
Safety Fact Sheet.
Please report any anti-social behaviour or incidents
Westlink M7 invests heavily in the shared path with regular
safety inspections and extensive maintenance regimes as well
as engaging the Police to patrol the path. However, incidents
of anti-social behaviour and accidents can still occur.
Please call the Police/Ambulance on 000 (or 112 if your
phone provider is out of range) and Westlink M7 on
9834 9200 to report any anti-social behaviour or
incidents on the shared path.