OzHarvest Brisbane is making a real difference in Queensland
Last week I went with Shannon from OzHarvest Brisbane to pick up and deliver food to Brisbane Youth Service in Winstanley St.
We talked about how reducing food waste helps combat climate change and how over 7.3 million tonnes of food are wasted each year in Australia. OzHarvest takes food that isn't usually sellable and gives it to charities and organisations that help feed hungry bellies.
Results of the Mansfield Area Traffic Survey (MATS)
Last year in September, in response to the growing complaints that I received over traffic congestion, safety issues and parking complaints in the Mansfield area I launched the Mansfield Area Traffic Survey (MATS).
The survey aimed to measure local residents attitudes, values and opinions on traffic issues in and around Mansfield and was open to residents in adjacent suburbs as well.
After collecting more than 250 responses over the course of a month, it’s clear to see what residents are thinking.
Bill McFarlane Park is made official
Last month I had the honour of officially opening the Bill McFarlane Park in Wakerley alongside the great man himself.
It was a special day as a vital member of our community was forever commemorated for the work he has done that will have lasting impacts for many generations to come.
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.
Design work begins on the Meadowlands Road Extension
Tens of thousands of vehicles travel on Meadowlands Road every day, it's a critical arterial for the Eastern suburbs.
That’s why Council is funding design work for the Meadowlands Road Corridor Extension in the 2021-2022 Budget.
2021/22 Council Budget - Chandler Ward
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has handed down Council’s $3.6 Billion Budget for 2021/22, unveiling a record $1.2 billion infrastructure program.
The Schrinner Council is getting on with delivering for Brisbane’s residents, keeping the city’s momentum going as it continues to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.
As usual, there’s plenty for the city at large, but locally our ward hasn’t missed out.
Update on the Greendale Way Shopping Centre site
As many residents have pointed out, there has been some clearing of vegetation throughout the first week of June at the site on the corner of Greendale Way and Scrub Road in Carindale.
The Carindale Library extension is underway!
I’m very excited to announce that the upgrade of one of Carindale’s incredible icons is due to commence this month.
As one of Council’s most popular libraries, the Carindale Library has been loved to death over the years.
Carindale’s amazing hidden creeks
I had the fun of joining Citipointe Kindy and B4C as they took part in Council’s Bush Neighbours Program last Saturday at Bulimba Creek.
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.
We’re Going for Gold - 2032 Brisbane Olympics
Brisbane is going for gold in the bid to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games in our own sunny backyard. I for one am in full support of this incredible opportunity to support our local businesses, provide thousands of jobs and show the world what Queensland has to offer.
Eastern Transitway Update
Stage 1 of the Eastern Transitway project is now well underway, with construction commenced along Old Cleveland Rd at Carindale Street, across from Carindale Shopping Centre.
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.
Stanbrough and London Road intersection upgrade
I’m pleased to announce that the London Road and Stanbrough Road intersection in Belmont is being upgraded as part of the Australian Government’s 2020-21 Black Spot Program.
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.
A new plan for Mackenzie’s peacocks
In December 2019, the results of the Mackenzie Peackock Attitudes Survey found that residents were evenly split between doing nothing and taking some kind of action to manage Mackenzie’s peacocks.
Based on the survey, I asked Council officers to develop a Management Plan for the peafowl colony.
Lydia Place Park upgrade
Lydia Place Park has just undergone a $126,000 upgrade!
This popular park in Gumdale served the community well, but it was time for a well-needed refresh. Follow me on a tour!
Mansfield Area Traffic Survey (MATS)
The last few years have seen a rise in complaints about traffic and parking issues surrounding both Mansfield State schools.
Many residents are experiencing hazardous road situations and lengthy waits due to the large amounts of traffic coming through Ham Rd and Broadwater Road at school times, with the surrounding streets turning into a parking lot during pickup and drop off hours.
Newnham & Wecker Rd Upgrade design released
Work on the Newnham & Wecker Road project will commence later this year after the Federal Government allocated $12 million to upgrade the intersection to improve its overall operation and safety.