Construction of new shade sails at Bill McFarlane Park
Over the last year, I have received multiple requests for the playground in Bill McFarlane Park (off Olsen Cres) to be shaded, and I’m happy to say that new shade sails will be installed soon.
This $157,000 investment will see more than 500m2 of area shaded with commercial grade UV blocking fabric, covering both playground nodes.
More shade means cooler play equipment and less exposure to the harsh Queensland sun, making the playground safer for kids to play, learn and grow.
Design work underway for upgrade of Molle, New Cleveland and Green Camp Rd intersection
One of the most exciting projects of the 2022-23 Council Budget is the preliminary design for the Molle, New Cleveland and Green Camp Rd intersection which received $447,000 in funding.
Green Camp Rd and New Cleveland Rd are crucial corridors in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs and this upgrade will look to drastically improve the safety of this dangerous intersection.
I receive plenty of requests, however this would have to be one of the most frequent, with many residents in the eastern suburbs writing to me over the course of my tenure in Council.
Manly Rd Greener Suburbs Project Update
I’m pleased to say that the first section of Council’s Greener Suburbs project has been completed on the corner of Manly Rd & Greencamp Rd and boy is it looking good!
In 2021, Council announced two Greener Suburbs projects along Manly Rd, the first at Greencamp Rd and the second at Hargreaves Rd.
The latter project, which is due to take place this year, aims to improve the clean, green feel of our suburbs through tree planting and landscaping.
Manly Rd Greener Suburbs Project
In late 2021, Council announced two Greener Suburbs projects along Manly Rd at its intersections with Greencamp Rd and Hargreaves Rd.
These programs aim to impove the clean, green feel of locations across Brisbane through increased tree planting and landscaping.
It certainly adds to the character of neighboring Wakerley and the eastside as the program continues to move into more suburbs.
Wakerley Carols are back this Saturday!
I am thrilled to invite you to the 8th Annual Wakerley Carols at Wakerley Park this Saturday, 4 December 2021.
Through the ups and downs of 2021, it’s refreshing now to come together as a community and celebrate this festive time of year.
Chelsea and Rickertt Rd Update - November 2021
The Chelsea Rd and Rickertt Rd upgrade is progressing incredibly well, with 75% now complete on the intersection and over 80% of the Wakerley Bikeway complete.
Despite the week lost due to wet-weather, the project is still on track to open mid-December and in time for Christmas.
Chelsea/Rickertt Rd Upgrade Update
Council's upgrade of the intersection of Chelsea and Rickertt Road is well underway, with better access through Wakerley and Ransome just around the corner coinciding with Council's construction of the Wakerley Bikeway.
Work has commenced on duplicating Rickertt Rd at the intersection with landscaping and the installation of new traffic islands to commence soon.
Wakerley Bikeway & Chelsea / Rickertt Rd construction starting soon
I’m pleased to announce that better access through Wakerley and Ransome is just around the corner with Council’s upgrade of the Chelsea Rd and Rickertt Rd intersection coinciding with construction of the Wakerley Bikeway.
Wakerley District Sports Park opens
A few weeks ago, I had the honour of officially opening the Wakerley District Sports Park with Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner, Cr Lisa Atwood and Netball Queensland CEO Catherine Clark.
Work has now been completed on the $7.2 million project, with Wynnum Manly District Meals on Wheels successfully moving into the building in May and the first netball game being played on the new courts early in July.
Help us name Wakerley Sports Park in honour of this local legend.
I have launched a petition calling on Brisbane City Council to rename the new Wakerley Sports Park, ‘Bill McFarlane Park’.
Tilley Road to reopen in time for Christmas
Council's $28M Green Camp Road corridor upgrade continues to move ahead with Tilley Road set to reopen from next week. The upgrade reached a new milestone in November, with the concrete culverts used to drain water underneath Tilley Road, now in place. The project is on track for completion in 2019.
New footpaths connections for Hemmant and Wakerley
Council has just completed major footpath projects in both Hemmant and Wakerley in response to requests from local residents for improved pedestrian infrastructure. But there’s always more to be done.
Kenrick Close Bridge Replacement finished at last!
Brisbane City Council is pleased to announce that works to replace the bridge near Kenrick Close in Phillips Place Park, Wakerley are now complete.
Council would like to thank local residents for their patience while these works were undertaken.
Meadowlands Rd & Belmont Rd Intersection Upgrade NOW COMPLETE
The Meadowlands Road and Belmont Road intersection was identified as a location within the local road network that required an upgrade to reduce congestion, improve safety and cater for future traffic demands.
Construction began in mid-April 2018 and has now been completed.
Green light for Green Camp Road
Last March, the Lord Mayor and I committed to improve the intersection of Green Camp and Tilley Roads during this term.
I’m excited to announce the Lord Mayor’s 2017-18 budget has allocated $8.643 million to improve this local transport network.
Proposed basketball court for Wakerley
Earlier this year I was approached by a Year 10 student, Sam Atkins. Sam identified that the Mossvale Estate at Wakerley was in need of park facilities to cater for both teenagers and adults, and suggested a basketball court.
He set up an e-petition calling on Council to install a basketball court within the Mossvale on Manly Estate, Wakerley.
Meals on Wheels site to be named McFarlane Reserve
Local identity Bill McFarlane will be honoured by Brisbane City Council, with a park at 880 Manly Road, Wakerley set to be named after him.
Mr McFarlane, now ninety two (92) is the past president of the now defunct Wynnum and Districts Marching Girls Association.
Upgrade of New Cleveland Road & Caladium Street
Brisbane City Council is upgrading the intersection at New Cleveland Road and Caladium Street to reduce congestion and increase road safety and accessibility for all road users.
New Cleveland Road was identified as a corridor requiring improvements to reduce congestion and improve safety under the Gumdale Area Traffic Study 2010.
Council builds new park in Wakerley
A new playground is set to be built in Behan Crescent Park in Wakerley. The installation will begin on Monday 2 November 2015, weather permitting.
Council's Annual Budget has allocated $122,000 for these works, which will complete a all parks east of Arenga Street.
Green Camp Road Upgrade Plans
The Lord Mayor’s 2015-16 Budget has allocated funds to finish designs for the much-needed upgrade of Green Camp Road, between Rickertt Road and Manly Road.
This work will set the proposed road alignment and determine a more accurate cost of constructing this important link in our local road network, so that Council can plan ahead to secure funds.