Chapter Two

Partnering with Stakeholders and the Community

The strategic cornerstone of partnering with stakeholders and the community began even before the launch of the feasibility study through the GRFIP. Both SSEC and GREA canvassed the views and interest of community members interested in natural and cultural heritage, and in recreational and education opportunities. Preparatory discussions were also held with a number of council staff, councilors and State members of Parliament.

The outcome of these discussions was a decision to launch the feasibility study at a public forum to which all groups and individuals interested in the creation of tracks, trails, routes and other access ways for non-motorised transport were invited. Preparatory to this forum, SSEC undertook a pre-feasibility study of a trail around Botany Bay on behalf of the Botany Bay Program. The results of the pre-feasibility study were presented at the forum.

It was clear from the presentations at this forum, and from discussion initiated from the floor that both the community and government agencies enthusiastically supported the concept of the Great Kai'mia Way and were ready to participate in the initiative.