{
  "id": 19890659,
  "title": "Woodlands, Sembawang residents get new stretch of cycling paths; network in area now at 42km",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/woodlands-sembawang-residents-get-new-stretch-of-cycling-paths",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-14T00:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Straits Times",
    "slug": "straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/woodlands-sembawang-residents-get-new-stretch-of-cycling-paths-network-in-area-now-at-42km"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Woodlands and Sembawang residents now enjoy a new 16km stretch of cycling paths connecting to MRT stations including Admiralty, Marsiling, Woodlands, and Woodlands South. This addition brings the total cycling paths and park connectors in the area to 42km. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, who represents Sembawang GRC, was present at the official opening on November 14.\n\nThe expanded cycling network enhances connectivity within Woodlands and Sembawang towns and benefits residents in Sembawang West, Sembawang, and Marsiling-Yew Tee. It also links to existing paths leading to Sembawang and Canberra MRT stations. LTA stated that the network now provides better access to essential amenities and destinations such as the Woodlands Civic Centre, Causeway Point, Kampung Admiralty, Woodlands Health Campus, Republic Polytechnic, and Woodlands Waterfront Park.\n\nThe new paths connect to the broader park connector network and the first phase of the NParks Round Island Route, which covers Yishun, Punggol, and Changi Village. To support the new infrastructure, LTA widened 35 pedestrian crossings and created eight bicycle crossings. Additionally, 44 bus stops were upgraded with paths to enable cyclists to bypass those waiting for buses. A total of 500 bicycle parking spaces were introduced at Admiralty and Marsiling MRT stations for commuters cycling between home and the MRT station.\n\nUpon the opening of the new paths, approximately 400 individuals participated in a community cycling and brisk-walking event organized by the People’s Association and grassroots groups. More than 40 cyclists rode a 7.2km route from Woodlands to Sembawang, while others embarked on a 1.7km brisk walk around ACE The Place Community Club in Woodlands Avenue 1. Along segments of the route, participants earned Healthpoints by checking in at designated locations through the Healthy 365 Nearby feature, which aids residents in discovering nearby amenities and spaces for health-promoting activities.\n\nLTA anticipates that from 2027, another 9km of cycling paths will be constructed in Woodlands and Sembawang, connecting to the forthcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link station. Once completed, Woodlands will boast one of the most extensive intra-town cycling networks in Singapore. Currently, Singapore's cycling network has grown from approximately 600km of paths in 2024 to 800km, with the goal of reaching 1,300km by 2030, providing over nine out of ten HDB residents with a cycling path within a brief distance.",
  "summary": "New 16km stretch links to key MRT stations and amenities.",
  "key_points": [
    "16km new cycling paths connect MRT stations in Woodlands and Sembawang",
    "Network now 42km total, enhancing connectivity and access to amenities",
    "LTA plans additional 9km paths by 2027, aiming for 1,300km by 2030"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}