Carindale Recreation Reserve Masterplan- Survey
As one of the most popular parks in Chandler Ward, Carindale Recreation Reserve is a hub for locals to walk and run, play, cycle, socialise and kick a ball around. And as part of the Lord Mayor, Adrian Schrinner’s budget announcements this year I committed to consulting the community on upgrading this much-loved park.
This Masterplan will cover the entire park area
We Won! State finally comes to the table on Mansfield Safety Upgrades
As Mansfield residents are aware, I have been advocating about traffic woes around the Mansfield schools since I became Councillor for Chandler Ward in 2019.
Despite my advocacy, I’ve had great difficulty with our State Government, which has been shifting the blame onto Council for issues in the road network caused by their rapid increase in school enrolments.
However, I did write to the State Transport Minister, Bart Mellish three months ago and asked if they would match the $2.5 million commitment, so we could deliver even more for the community with this project.
Just a few weeks ago, on the eve of the government going into caretaker mode, he said yes.
Free CPR & First Aid Courses
Over the last few months I have received many requests for Council to put on free CPR and First Aid courses for the Chandler Ward community.
I’m pleased to announce that through my ward office, we will be funding a series of free CPR and First Aid courses for local residents.
Tillack Park Playground Upgrades are Complete!
Thank you to everyone for providing feedback on what you wanted to see in the Tillack Park, Mansfield playground upgrade.
Stage One works are now complete!
I know the local kids are already loving the new additions, especially the flying fox.
2024/25 Council Budget: Chandler Overview
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and I know Brisbane residents are feeling the pinch in their household budgets.
That is why the Schrinner Council’s 24/25 budget confirms our commitment to keep Brisbane moving while taking pressure off household rates and rents. The commitments we took to the election have been funded while still delivering a balanced Budget that maintains the cheapest residential rates in southeast Queensland and the most generous pensioner rate remission.
Edwards Park Plans & Design
The plans are in, and they look great!
Thank you to all the local residents who completed my community survey at the end of last year.
Council’s parks design team have returned with an exciting new concept plan for the park.
Aminya St Village Precinct Project Complete!
After years of planning, the Aminya St Village Precinct Project is complete.
The project aims to enhance the visual amenity, public transport connections, and suburban safety of residents and visitors to the neighbourhood centre.
New Pickleball Courts for Wakerley
The Schrinner Council is creating more free fun in our suburbs with the completion of 3 new pickleball courts at Sheriff Park, Wakerley.
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in Brisbane at the moment and these courts have been popular since they opened only a month ago.
If you haven't played pickleball before and would like to try it out, my office has Pickleball equipment for hire. Contact my office for more information 3407 1400 or chandler.ward@bcc.qld.gov.au
Safer School Precinct Program for Mansfield
The Schrinner Council is investing $10 million into the Safer School Precinct program to investigate and implement solutions around our schools.
Community consultation and initial design work for the first new Safer School Precincts will commence in the 24/25 financial year in Mansfield.
The project will encompass Mansfield State High School and Mansfield State School.
Tilley Rd Bikeway Corridor Consultation & Study
As promised during the 2024 Council election, we have committed $108,000 for investigation, design and consultation to convert the existing Tilley Road road corridor into a 1.5km bikeway and park.
Carindale Recreation Reserve Upgrade
As one of the most popular parks in the Chandler Ward, Carindale Recreation Reserve is a hub for locals to ride their bikes, walk, play on the playground, or kick a ball around.
However, it’s starting to look tired and dated, having been last upgraded over a decade ago. That’s why we will conduct a community consultation on what you would like to see added or improved at Carindale Recreation Reserve.
ANZAC Day 2024
ANZAC Day is a time for us to reflect on and honour the sacrifices of those who have served, past and present.
Whether it's by attending a service, playing a game of Two-up, or watching the annual ANZAC Parade on the TV, I encourage you to take the time to commemorate in a way that is meaningful to you.
Thank you, Chandler!
Thank you, Chandler! I am honoured to be re-elected as your local Councillor for the next four years. 💙
New Playground unveiled for Tillack Park
Tillack Park in Carindale is one of our most popular parks as it runs along the Bulimba Creek Bikeway.
Unfortunately, Council had to remove one of the playgrounds due to frequent damage from flooding.
New lighting for Carindale commuter safety
I’m hearing that residents of Carindale are feeling increasingly unsafe in our community as crime rates rise.
In particular I’ve heard from many bus commuters that while they feel safe on the bus, as soon as they get off the bus to walk home, that level of safety drops.
Plans unveiled for Aminya St Village Precinct Project
I am pleased to unveil the plans for the Aminya Street Village Precinct Project in Mansfield.
We have been working with the local community to build and revitalise this precinct for a number of years now and the plans are coming to fruition.
Update - Greendale Village Shopping Centre
I’ve been contacted by a number of local residents regarding the Greendale Village Shopping Centre development.
I can confirm the development application (DA) for the Greendale Village Shopping Centre has not lapsed and is still current.
I am sorry this news is probably a shock, as I previously advised the DA would lapse on 14 October 2023.
New Warning Systems for Chandler Ward ⚠️
Unfortunately, storm season means a high level of rain, and increased chance of flash flooding, especially in a number of places in Chandler Ward that are low lying.
I have been able to secure, 3 new Automated Flood Road Warning Systems to be installed in Chandler Ward.
Mt Petrie Rd Park Opportunities Plan
As Mackenzie and surrounding areas continue to grow, it is important to ensure that our parks continue to meet the recreational needs of residents.
Council conducted consultation with Mackenzie residents in late 2021 to help create a shared vision for Mt Petrie Rd Park that will provide a framework to guide the future of the park in keeping with the heritage of the area and the community values and needs.
The consultation saw 75 responses from the community that were received online and at the onsite information kiosk.
Minnippi Golf & Range is now open
Tee-rific news! Minnippi Golf & Range is now open to the public.
Minnippi Golf & Range (formally known as Cannon Hill Community Links) is Brisbane’s first new public golf course in over 70 years. Across its 125-hectare site, it has an 18-hole golf course, 20-bay driving range, cafe and more!