Welcome to the latest community update for the Gipps Street Elevated Path Project, a significant initiative aimed at enhancing accessibility and connectivity along the Main Yarra Trail. 

Planting on the bank next to Yarra Bank Court.

Project status

Parks Victoria is on track to complete this project by December 2025.

Works recently completed

Installation of the access stairs is now complete. Only minor works remain to install the gate and handrail.

Recent rain has enabled planting on the north side of Collins Bridge next to Yarra Bank Court. We planted native shrubs, tufting plants and ground cover in accordance with the City of Yarra’s riparian native plant species list. Existing native vegetation including trees and understorey plants have been identified for retention and protection.

Other completed works include the installation of pits and pipes in‐ground, drainage upgrades, installation of rock walls and works to backfill and compact topsoil on the bank next to The Salvation Army.

Pouring the concrete for pile caps.

Works to stabilise the bank next to the Salvation Army.

Next steps

Work is underway on the piling and foundations for the remaining section of ramp. A retaining wall needs to be installed at the end of Gipps Street and then structural supports can be installed.

Parks Victoria acknowledges the impact of the delays on residents and local communities and appreciates the patience and support as we enter the final stages to complete this important community infrastructure.

Stay up to date

For more information on the project please visit the Parks Victoria website. You can also contact Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or email engage@parks.vic.gov.au.