New signage to show the way in Torquay

NEW signage will be installed in Torquay to assist people with identifying key destinations such as beaches, parks and shopping precincts.

From later this month, 60 signs will be placed throughout the township to make it easier for people to navigate.

The new signage features helpful information such as distances between locations and is aimed at encouraging more people to walk or ride.

Cr Liz Pattison welcomed the new signage as a way of promoting accessibility and active transport.

“Currently there is a lack of wayfinding signage in an overall cluttered signage landscape across Torquay, which we want to clean up and simplify so that it’s accessible for all,” she said.

“Torquay is a great place to make your way around on foot or bike, so the signs will point out walking and cycling paths.

“We really want to inspire more people to opt for active transport over car trips where they can.”

As part of the project, a number of outdated signs will be removed throughout Torquay.

The new signage style will be used to replace and install new signage in Torquay and other townships over time.