Carindale Recreation Reserve dog off-leash area upgrade finishes one month early!
Following many community requests, last year I announced that I had secured funding for Council to complete a $96,000 refurbishment to Carindale Recreation Reserve’s dog off leash area.
I’m pleased to announce that this refurbishment has finished a month early after the grass took well to the location.
Grandview Pl Park concept design released
I am pleased to announce that Council has now awarded the contract for Grandview Pl Park with construction to commence shortly after the design is refined.
The new playground is set in a native colour scheme, and comes with a massive 6 metre slide that will run down the infamous hill.
It will also include shade sails, although these are not shown on the above rendering as the design for them has not yet been finalised.
Multiple parks to receive shade sails in new program
I’m pleased to announce that multiple parks across the ward will be receiving shade sails as part of Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner’s new Sun Safe Suburban Playgrounds program.
The $10 million, three-year effort will ensure that there is shade at every playground in Brisbane, protecting parents, carers, and kids while potentially saving lives as Council looks to reduce sun exposure.
More than 40 playgrounds will be retrofitted across the city with shade covers under the program with three local suppliers contracted to manufacture the sails across the city
Outdoor Cinema in the Park in Mansfield
It’s that time of year where we bring out our camping chairs, rugs and popcorn - Council’s outdoor cinema is once again coming to Mansfield.
On Friday the 18th of November, Braodwater Picnic Ground will be transformed into the ultimate family experience for kids and adults alike!
The jam-packed night with begin at 6:00pm with the Piptree Early Learning Centre hosting activities for the kids including face painting, arts and craft, and a play dough area.
Broadwater Picnic Ground amenities upgrade
In September last year Council completed a $51,000 upgrade to the Broadwater Picnic Ground’s learn to ride track or “dinky track” thanks to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner.
We’re continuing our investment in rejuvenating the park this year by funding a $258,000 upgrade to amenity facilities in the park.
This includes upgrading the old toilet block in the car park near Culzean St/Mansfield Pl.
Carindale Recreation Reserve dog off-leash area upgrade
Following many community requests, I am pleased to announce that I have secured funding for Council to complete a $96,000 refurbishment to Carindale Recreation Reserve’s dog off leash area that will provide an improved space that can be enjoyed by both dogs and owners alike.
Carindale Recreation Reserve is one of our premier district parks, with it being the mainstay park for many during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
It will provide an improved space that can be enjoyed by both dogs and owners alike and will provide various benefits to those who already enjoy the park.
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.
Park Upgrade Party to reopen Bridgnorth St Park
Join the Lord Mayor of Brisbane Adrian Schrinner and Iat the re-opening of Bridgnorth St Park with its new playground and facilities to the public.
The park upgrade party celebration will take place from 11am to 1pm at Bridgnorth St Park on Saturday the 7th of May.
This event will have free food, face painting and entertainment from locals, so make sure you put it down in your diary!
Bridgnorth St Park update
I am pleased to say that the long-awaited Bridgnorth St Park upgrade is currently underway with no delays.
Construction began in late January with the park starting to take shape over the last week as the shade sails, footpaths and landscaping are completed.
The native Australian animal-themed playground has also been installed and will be enjoyed by many children in our community very soon.
Koala habitat restoration underway in Mansfield
Residents in Mansfield may have recently noticed works being conducted on the embankment of Stan Fraser Oval inside Tillack Park.
The state of this embankment has been an issue for residents for some time now. It was overgrown, dangerous and unsightly especially for all those using the Bulimba Creek Bikeway through the park.
I’m happy to say that after raising the issue with Council and liaising with local residents, the embankment is being given a makeover.
Learn to ride track in Broadwater Park receives upgrade
The learn to ride track or “dinky track” in Mansfield’s Broadwater Picnic Ground has just received a $51,000 upgrade thanks to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner.
Bring the kids down to try it out and let me know what you think!
The Cribb Road dog off-leash area has been upgraded!
Exciting news for canine owners of the Carindale community!
The much awaited upgrade for the Newbury Place Park dog off-leash area on Cribb Road has now been completed.
Earlier in the year following several community requests, I was pleased to announce that I had secured funding for Council to complete a $45,000 refurbishment of the park to provide an improved space that can be enjoyed by both dogs and owners alike.
Torrens Crescent Park is now shady!
The sun is out and the shade is in as Wakerley parents and kids will be keeping cool from now on in Torrens Crescent Park! Council has now finished installing two shade sails over the play equipment.
Wildlife Movement Solutions for Carindale and Mansfield
Over the last year, Council has been hard at work investigating several wildlife movement solutions (WMS) for animal movements in and around Carindale and Mansfield.
Big upgrades coming to Bridgnorth Street Park
As part of my election commitments made earlier this year, I pledged to deliver a much needed upgrade to Bridgnorth Street Park.
New disc golf course for Cadogan Street Park
I have some great news for any disc golf fans in Chandler; Council is installing a disc golf course in Cadogan Street Park.
Exciting park upgrades take shape in Doboy Ward
The 2018-2019 Lord Mayor's Budget allocated a total of $352,000 towards park upgrades throughout Doboy with a further $321,000 from the Doboy Ward's Footpath & Parks Trust Fund allocated towards upgrades in Thurston Street Park (Tingalpa), Pinnibar Place Park (Hemmant) and Saltburn Place Park (Wakerley).
New playground equipment for Carina’s Billan Street Park
As your Councillor, I have been working hard to ensure Carina receives a better level of investment in our parks and public spaces.
Prior to the 2016 Council election, I committed to a major upgrade of Billan Street Park within four years.
Coochin Place Park Upgrade begins
Prior to the last election, I committed to upgrading parks in the estate off Bognor Road, as many of the parks in this estate have not been upgraded since they were installed in the mid 90s!
Last year we completed a major upgrade of Monterey Circuit Park and installed a new Dog-Off-Leash area in Robinson Park. The situation is improving, but there is still more work to be done.
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.