8 June 2022

www.nicolejohnston.com.au

Message from Nicole

Flood Resilience Funding

Key Flood Contacts

Thank You — We Couldn't Have Done It Without You!

Parks Update

What's On

2022 Local Heroes Awards

SAM Signs Get Results

Road and Construction Works

Useful Links:

WHAT'S ON

Items marked with * require bookings.
Contact the relevant library or
3403 8888.

ANNERLEY LIBRARY
Tel: 3403 1735

Toddler Time*
Mondays, 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite  seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Fridays 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Cartooning Workshop: Cute Manga Monsters with Phil Judd*
Sat 25 Jun, 11am-12pm
Learn step-by-step how to create your own cute manga monsters from scratch. For ages 7-12.

Makerspace
25 June - 9 July
Saturdays, 9am-4pm
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, 10am-5pm
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities each day of the school holidays. Ideal for children aged 2-10 years and their carers.

????Tinker Table: Cubelets*
Tue 28 Jun, 10:30-11:30am
Drop in for some hands-on experimenting with Cubelets. These magnetic modular cubes can be snapped together in multiple ways to build all kinds of robotic creations.

Family STEM Morning*
Sat 2 Jul, 10:30-11:30am
Join us in the park outside Annerley Library for a morning of games and activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. 

BYOB  (Bring Your Own Baby) Book Club*
Tue 5 Jul, 9:15-9:45am
BYOB (bring your own baby) book club is a baby-friendly book club for parents and caregivers who are interested in joining a book club without having to organise a babysitter. Discuss great books in good company. 

Introduction to Worm Farming*
Sat 30 Jul, 10-11:30am
 Join commercial worm farmer Brian Donaldson as he shares practical knowledge and tips for setting up your own safe and efficient worm farm at home, while demonstrating how to avoid some of the common mistakes. 

CORINDA LIBRARY
Tel: 3407 7701

Toddler Time*
Wednesdays, 9-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Fridays, 9-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Let Off Some STEAM*
Thu 16 Jun, 3:30-4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of games and activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.

Tea and Trivia*
Thu 23 Jun, 2-3:30pm
Come along for an afternoon of fun testing your general knowledge with trivia questions. Individuals and groups welcome.

Corinda Book Club*
Tue 28 Jun, 8:45-9:45am
Read, discuss and debate a fine selection of books with a friendly group. 

Happy Singing Kids With Susanna O'Leary*
Thu 7 Jul, 9-9:30am
Fun-loving and oftentimes silly, Happy Singing Kids perform homegrown songs that you’ll love to sing!  Ideal for children aged 0-5 years.

Street Science Workshop: Neon Bouncy Balls*
Fri 8 Jul, 1-2pm
Junior scientists will create super glow in the dark bouncy balls to take home. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.

First 5 Forever Jarjum Stories*
Sat 9 Jul, 10-11am
In celebration of NAIDOC Week, share in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories, songs, rhymes and interactive play activities. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.

Let Off Some STEAM*
Thu 14 Jul, 3:30-4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of games and activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years. 

Corinda Book Club*
Thu 26 Jul, 8:45-9:45am
Read, discuss and debate a fine selection of books with a friendly group.

Sourdough Breadmaking*
Sat 30 Jul, 10-11:30am
Learn how to make your own sourdough mother, look after her between batches, and then make the most amazing sourdough breads. Presented by Valerie Pearson from Green Living Australia.

FAIRFIELD LIBRARY
Tel: 3403 8615

Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Wednesdays 9:15-9:45am and 10:15-10:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite  seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Toddler Time*
Wednesdays, 11-11:30am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

One-On-One Tech Help*
Fri 10 Jun, 2-3:30pm
Fri 17 Jun, 2-3:30pm
Fri 15 Jul, 2-3:30pm
Fri 22 Jul, 2-3:30pm
One-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence. 

Evening Book Club*
Thu 16 Jun, 6-7pm
In June, read and discuss The Tulip Tree  by Suzanne McCourt.

Book Chat*
Wed 22 Jun, 1-2pm
In June, read and discuss The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson. 

Meet Rugged Robot*
Fri 24 Jun, 3:15-3:45pm
Fri 24 Jun, 4-4:30pm
 Program a Rugged Robot to navigate fun challenges and obstacles. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 3-8 years. 

Cartooning Workshop: Cute Manga Monsters with Phil Judd*
Wed 29 Jun, 3-4pm
Learn step-by-step how to create your own cute manga monsters from scratch. For ages 7-12.

Southside Community Craft Circle
Tue 5 Jul, 1-3pm
This is a craft group that makes items to support the disadvantaged in the community. Please call Elinor on 0481 754 999 for more information.

YA Book Club*
Thu 14 Jul, 4:30-5:30pm
Read and discuss Wicked Fox by Kat Cho and have fun with some bullet journaling! Ideal for those aged 12-17 years.

Gardening on a Budget with Kate Wall*
Sat 16 Jul, 10:30am-12pm
Learn garden design tricks to save money, how to use repurpose materials successfully, get great soil without expense, and set up a mini home nursery to grow your own plants. Ideas for your own garden plans are highly encouraged.

Evening Book Club*
Thu 21 Jul, 6-7pm
Read and discuss The Brisbane Line  by J.P. Powell.

Book Chat*
Wed 27 Jul, 1-2pm
Read and discuss The Dressmakers of Auschwitz  by Lucy J Adlington.

Meet Anita Link*
Thu 28 Jul, 6-7pm
Join Anita as she shares her journey in writing her memoir Abductions From My Beautiful Life: Erasing myths around severe mental illness.

Library E-Books and Downloads*
Fri 29 Jul, 2-3:30pm
This session includes tips on how to read, listen to or watch your favourite online library content including books, magazines, newspapers and music.

Community Immunisation Clinics
9-11am, every second Friday (exc. public holidays)
Next clinic 17 June.
Corinda Bowls Club, 58 Hall Avenue, Corinda
To book or for more information, including immunisation fact sheets, visit the Council website here.

Free Guided Tour - Sherwood Arboretum*
Sun 26 Jun, 9:30-11am
Enjoy a guided walk led by the Volunteer Guides of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha and the Friends of Sherwood Arboretum.
Bookings required via Eventbrite. 
For more information call 07 3403 2535.

Active and Healthy

Mum Fit*
Mondays, 9:30-10:30am
Bring a yoga mat.
Sherwood Arboretum
To book phone Nadia on 0487 070 174

Tai Chi Qigong in the Park
Tuesdays, 8-9am
Cost $5
Meet near the carpark
Sherwood Arboretum
Phone Kevin on 3376 1830 for more info

Boxfit*
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15am
Nixon Park, Oxley
To book phone Firebloom Fitness on 0432 168 667

Aqua Yoga
Tuesdays, 12-1pm
$ Pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Phone Nichola on 0406 574 454 for more info

Yoga
Fridays, 6:30-7:30am
Fehlberg Park, Fairfield
Saturdays, 7:30-8:30am
Vallely St Park, Annerley
Phone Deanna on 0401 247 328 for more info

Deep Water Running*
$ Pool entry
Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am
Yeronga Memorial Park Pool
BYO buoyancy belt or purchase on the the day for $5
To book phone 0406 063 737

Tai Chi Qigong in the Park
Sundays, 8-9am
Meet near the playground
Robinson Park, Fairfield
Phone Julian on 0439 073 860 for more info

Amazing Eco Art Race*
Fri 1 Jul, 1:30-3:30pm
Work against the clock to explore a range of different creative activities focusing on the environment. For ages 10-17. Cost $5.
To book visit  Bazil Grumble. For more information phone 0411 246 487.

GOLD

Tai Chi for Health
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30am
Meet near the Somerville House Sports and Aquatic Centre
John Walker Place, Yeronga
Phone Chunmei on 0438 802 018 for more info

Mindfulness Meditation Classes*
Every second Wednesday, 11am-12pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Phone  3379 6963 to book

Belly Dancing*
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Phone 3379 6963 to book

Aqua Yoga
Thursdays, 11am-12pm
$ pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Phone Nichola on 0406 574 454 for more info

Body Movement and Dance*
Every second Thursday, 1:30-2:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Phone  3379 6963 to book

GOLD'n'Kids Fun Soccer*
Fri 1 Jul, 9:30-10:30am
Watch the kids take part in fun soccer activities and games. Seniors are welcome to join in the low-impact activities if they wish or cheer from the sidelines. For seniors and children aged 4-7.

GOLD'n'Kids Eco Drama*
Fri 8 Jul, 10am-12pm
Celebrate our beautiful environment and play drama games with a sustainability focus. For seniors and children. Cost $5.
To book visit Bazil Grumble. For more information phone 0411 246 487.

Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
3379 6963

English Classes
Beginners to advanced
9:30-11:30am, Mondays
Cost $3

SEALS
Seniors group
1-3pm, Tuesdays
Cost $3

Clutter Group
Meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Contact David 0400 903 663

Western Suburbs Clayworkers
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10am
Contact Gai on 0411 090 370

Grumpy Old Men's Group
Thursdays, 10am-12pm

Budget Planning and Assistance
Thursdays - Contact Centre for more info

Mudlarks Pottery Club
11:30am, Fridays
Basic pottery skills required
Contact Muriel on 3379 8539

Yeronga Community Centre
Support Hours 9-5pm, Monday-Friday (until 14 April)
9am-2pm Saturday- Sunday (until 14 April)
3848 2285 -- 26 Shottery St, Yeronga

Bread basket, computer hub, free wifi, phone, photocopying and printing, information, support and referral, Commissioner of Declarations (by appointment).

Monday
Seniors Group - 9:30am-12pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 9:30-11:30am

Tuesday
Spanish Speaking Craft Group - 10am-12:30pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 9:30-11:30am

Wednesday
Community Breakfast - 8-9am
Computer Access and Assistance - 9:30-11:30am

Thursday
Art Group - 9am-12pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 9:30-11:30am

Friday
Computer Access and Assistance - 9:30-11:30am

Faulkner Park Bushcare Group Working Bee*
Sun 12 Jun, 8:30-am-12pm
Second Sunday of every month
Faulkner Park, Graceville
Please RSVP to Jane 0427 420 743.

Graceville Social Soccer
Friday mornings from 6am to 7am
Graceville Memorial Oval
Players of all standards welcome for an easy going kick around (no hard tackles!).
Contact Paul if you would like more information: 0414 228 736

Sherwood Forest Runners
Saturday Mornings, 6:45am for a 7am start
Sherwood Forest Park, Jolimont St, Sherwood
Runners of all ages compete in either 2, 4 or 6km events.

Nature Babes
9:30am - 11:30am Wednesdays
0-5yrs Playgroup
Benarrawa CDA, 79 Waratah Ave, Graceville
Ph: 3379 9925

Oxley Men's Shed
18 California Rd, Oxley
Monday: 8-11:30am
Tuesday: 8-11:30am
Thursday: 8-11:30am

Chelmer Speakers Group
Learn to speak in public and enjoy it
Sherwood AFL Club
41 Chelmer Street East, Chelmer

Sherwood Senior Citizens' Club
9am-12pm Every Thursday
Chapel Garden Retirement Village Community Room
36 Primrose St, Sherwood
Morning tea at 9am followed by group meeting and activities
Phone Carol on 3379 8353 for more info

Rotary Club of Brisbane Taylor Bridge
Tuesdays 6.45pm for 7pm
Sherwood-Indooroopilly RSL Sub-Branch Building
2 Clewley St, Corinda
Ph: 0434921300 for more info

Chelmer and District Probus Club
9:30 for 10am, every 4th Tuesday of month
Croll Memorial Precinct, (opposite Sherwood Services Club)
2 Clewley St, Corinda
Phone Kathy on 0408 735 823 for more info

Sherwood Probus Club
Every 3rd Friday of month
Magpies AFL Club
Chelmer St E, Chelmer
Phone Pat on 3372 7525 for more info

Friends of Sherwood Arboretum Bushcare Group
From 8:30am every third Sunday of the month
Joseph Street Garden Shed, Sherwood
Ph: 3379 1453

Graceville Community Garden
Sundays 7am
Benarrawa Community Centre
79 Waratah Ave, Graceville
Ph: 3379 9925

Annerley Stephens History Group
Meets first Monday of the month from 6.30pm
For more info contact Dennis on 0408 001 362 or email
annerleystephenshistorygroupin@gmail.com

Stephens Croquet Club
Play days Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Yeronga Memorial Park
Access via Frederick St, Yeronga
For more info call 0439 714 312

Yeronga Friendship Club
Every third Monday
Activities and outings for over 50's.
Yeronga RSL
391 Fairfield Rd, Yeronga
Ph: 3278 5720

Yeronga Men's Shed
9am-12pm Monday and Wednesday
Yeronga Uniting Church
Kingsley Pde, Yeronga

Yeronga Probus Club
10am-12pm
Second Tuesday of the month
Yeronga RSL
391 Fairfield Rd, Yeronga
Ph: 3848 8321

Sherwood-Indooroopilly RSL Sub-Branch
2 Clewley Street, Corinda (opp Westside HQ)
Tel: 3278 6786
All current serving and ex-serving defence
force men and women are welcome.
Monthly meeting last Wednesday of the month
at 6.00pm
Wednesdays 9.30am -11.00am
Morning Tea/Coffee Drop-in
Last Saturday of the month 11.00am-2.00pm
BBQ Lunch and Drinks

Graceville Croquet Club
53 Appel St, Chelmer 4068
Looking for something different to try?
Come and play Croquet
Meet new people
Make new friends
A fabulous way to combine a healthy outdoor activity with great social interaction.
Phone 0428 070 861 for more information.

Yeronga Globe Trotters
Meet 7am on Tuesdays and Thursdays
75-90min walk
Meeting point:  under the mango tree, 16 Dublin St, Yeronga
Contact: Marion 0438 334 735

Your Space Pilates Walking Group
Free walking group for all. School terms only.
Meet 8:40am on Wednesdays and Fridays
30min walk
Meet: Yeronga Memorial Park, Honour Avenue, Yeronga
Contact: Marnie marnie@yourspacepilates.com.au

Club Oxley (Home of Oxley Bowls Club & Walking Football Oxley)
24A Englefield Rd, Oxley
Lawn Bowls
1-4pm Thu & Sat, Cost: $12
Walking football
6:30-8pm Wed
Cost: $10, first game free.

Centenary Theatre Group
Chelmer Community Centre
Cnr Queenscroft and Halsbury Sts, Chelmer
Phone 0435 591 720 for more information.

MESSAGE FROM NICOLE

Hi everyone

Let's start with the good news. Congratulations to Gerrard Gosens OAM, an extraordinary local totally blind athlete (three-time Paralympian), chocolatier, adventurer and resident who has been selected to represent Australia in the Para-triathalon at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. He still runs most weeks with the Sherwood Runners in the Arboretum as well as part of his preparation. Our community is right behind you Gerrard.

On less happy news, everyday I am being asked about flood recovery in our community and for peoples' homes. It’s very slow progress so far both at Council and State level.

More than three months on, Council still can’t or won’t tell us when parks and playgrounds will be cleaned up, fixed/remediated and reopened; roads are crumbling or full of potholes; and there is absolutely zero action. To give you some idea of how poor the recovery process is, Council has just put new softfall (mulch) straight over the top of 12 playground areas without removing the flood and sewerage contaminated softfall base first. It is so gross and didn’t happen in 2011. The base, softfall and rubber was removed and properly replaced. Not in 2022 though. I’ve been raising this everyday with Council officers, right up to the Lord Mayor directly. No one it seems is concerned about what may be lurking.

To me it’s appalling the Council still seems to have no recovery plan or timeframe three months post flood. It’s also very frustrating hearing from people who, like me, want answers. None are forthcoming at this stage.

The Lord Mayor estimates flood recovery will cost $330m but can’t say what it is for. Apparently there are no lists of flood damaged playgrounds, parks or roads yet. Dozens of budgeted projects have been cut, including mowing, drainage, road, tree trimming and park projects in Tennyson Ward and around the City, but flood repairs aren’t happening.

The Council Budget is being handed down next Wednesday, so perhaps there will be some clarity and action announced then.

The State has announced its Resilient Homes Fund, including funds for flood resilient repairs, raising your home or buy back. Eligibility criteria has not been announced yet but if you have been flooded in any habitable areas please register now via this link. There is no date as yet for when the funds will start flowing.

There is more on flood recovery below including key contact numbers. I have been meeting with many flooded residents personally. Thanks to Major General Jake Elwood and his team from the QRA who have been out in the ward with me twice in recent weeks seeing the devastation first hand. We are here to help if we can. Please don’t hesitate to contact my office by email or phone for assistance.

Regards, Nicole.

FLOOD RESILIENCE FUNDING

Registration is now open for flood recovery funding to ‘build back better’ via www.qra.qld.gov.au/resilient-homes. The Resilient Residential Recovery Programme will be administered via the State in conjunction with Brisbane City Council.  There will be detailed eligibility criteria but if habitable areas in your home flooded funding will be available for:

  • home resilience assessments;
  • retrofitting homes with flood resilient materials;
  • house raising; and
  • home buy back. 

I know many people are unsure of their long-term plans or are still waiting on insurance decisions. I urge you to register now at is it will take some weeks and possibly months before any offers are made. I don't want anyone to miss out down the track.

KEY FLOOD CONTACTS

Australian Financial Complaints Authority
insurance complaints and advice
www.afca.org.au or call 1800 931 678

Qld Reconstruction Authority (QRA)
www.qra.qld.gov.au - state grants and advice
www.qra.qld.gov.au/resilient-homes - build back better funding

Qld Community Disaster
State Government grants
www.communityrecovery.qld.gov.au  or call the Community Recovery Hotline on 1800 173 349

Services Australia
Commonwealth grants
www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/south-east-queensland-floods-february-2022-australian-government-disaster-recovery-payment

Yeronga Community Centre
Community flood support
In person 26 Devon St, Yeronga or call 3848 2285 for a home visit

Brisbane City Council
Flood waste collections, rates rebate
3403 8888 or www.brisbane.qld.gov.au

Tennyson Ward Office
Council and community advice, support and referrals
3403 8605 or www.nicolejohnston.com.au

Caxton Legal Centre
Free legal advice and social work support
3214 6333 or caxton.org.au

HUB Community Legal
Free legal advice
3372 7677, legal@hubcommunity.org.au  or in person at Inala Community Centre, 79 Poinsettia Street, Inala

THANK YOU — WE COULDN'T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU

So many volunteers have helped our community’s flood recovery efforts in Tennyson Ward. These groups went above and beyond during the flood emergency:

Yeronga Community Centre

Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre

Tzu Chi Foundation

Graceville State School

Oxley State School

St Sebastian's

St Lawrence's

Graceville Presbyterian Church  

Oxley Uniting Church

Ekibin Lions, Moorooka Lions, Sherwood Oxley Lions 

Taylor Bridge Rotary Club and other local Rotary groups

Riverlife Church

Dozens of local business who donated generously - shop local!

Community Facebook page coordinators

Mud Army 2.0 community clean-up volunteers, family, neighbours and friends

Legends with tinnies and kayaks

Council, Police, Fire, Ambulance and SES officers

PARKS UPDATE

Fairfield Park Off Leash Dog Park

Works are underway for the refurbishment of the Fairfield Park off leash dog park. Works include:

  • additional small puppy park;
  • new shelter and taps;
  • turf rehabilitation and new artificial grass to help the trees and wear and tear;
  • fence repairs; and
  • additional lights.

Sherwood Arboretum
The footpath upgrade project is underway in the Sherwood Arboretum. Works include:

  • replacement of cracked footpath with new shared pathway;
  • drainage upgrade alongside footpath in the gardens;
  • returfing central grass area;
  • provide access points on pathway to playground and picnic areas; and
  • replacement planting of any trees moved during footpath construction.

Chelmer Playground Survey Outcome

Earlier in the year, I surveyed Chelmer residents regarding the preferred location, age range and play elements for a playground upgrade in the suburb. Of those who responded, 68% supported an upgrade of the playground at Gordon Thomson Park, Chelmer. 32% supported a playground upgrade at Taylor Bridge Reserve.

Feedback on the playground style was tied between a ninja warrior-style playground and an all abilities playground.  The top five play elements supported in the survey were:

  • shade (51.35%);
  • ninja-style climbing equipment (51.35%);
  • swings (45.95%);
  • fort with slide (40.54%); and
  • agility equipment (37.84%).

I will now be using funds from the 2022-23 local park trust funds to develop a playground upgrade for Gordon Thomson Park. Taylor Bridge Reserve remains on Council's capital works list for a future upgrade.

Thank you everyone for your feedback. There will be further consultation when a concept design is developed later in the year.

WHAT'S ON

 

2022 LOCAL HEROES AWARDS

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2022 Local Hero Community Service Awards presented by myself and Cr Steve Griffiths at the Oxley Community Festival celebrations. The following Local Heroes were recognised for their outstanding volunteer contributions to the Tennyson Ward community:

  • Paul Arscott — Oxley Bowls Club
  • David Cavanagh — Sherwood Scouts
  • Thomas Hall — Sherwood Scouts
  • David Kent — Oxley Creek Catchment Association (pictured below)
  • Vivienne Rogers — Sherwood Community Festival
  • Dr Jane O'Sullivan — Faulkner Park Bushcare Group
  • Ray Chin — Ekibin Lions
  • Alison Horsley — Milperra SHS ESL programme

Congratulations to this year's recipients who work tirelessly, and usually without acknowledgement, behind the scenes  on behalf of our local community. We are so lucky to have such wonderful volunteers in the Tennyson Ward.

The awards will be back on Australia Day, January 2023 and we will be calling for flood heroes to be recognised. If you know an amazing volunteer from during the floods, please let my office know.

SAM SIGNS GET RESULTS

Englefield Rd, Oxley was posted as 60km/h. It is now posted as 50km/h. The sign collected data for a 16 week period from 10 September 2021 to 1 January 2022. During this time 384,394 vehicles (av. 3,401 per day) passed through the portable speed sign zone.

16,652 or 4.3% of all drivers were recorded travelling above the posted speed limit. Of the vehicles speeding, 85% were travelling at or below 67km/h. When prompted, speeding drivers reduced their speeds by an average of 3km to 64km/h within the speed camera range.

Venner Rd, Annerley is posted as 60km/h. The sign collected data for a 16 week period from 10 January 2022 to 29 April 2022. During this time 423,454 vehicles (av. 3,884 per day) passed through the portable speed sign zone.

14,777 or 3.5% of all drivers were recorded travelling above the posted speed limit. Of the vehicles speeding, 85% were travelling at or below 66km/h. When prompted, speeding drivers reduced their speeds by an average of 6km to 60km/h within the speed camera range.

Please slow down around busy school and pedestrian hot spots!

ROAD AND CONSTRUCTION WORKS

Road Resurfacing
  • Road resurfacing works are underway in Berry St, Sherwood. Works are due for completion 16 June, weather permitting. 
  • Road resurfacing works are underway in Ellen St, Oxley. Works are due for completion 20 June, weather permitting.  
  • Road resurfacing works are underway in Paragon St, Yeronga. Works are due for completion 27 June, weather permitting.  

QUU Water Main Renewal Chelmer St E, Chelmer

Works are underway to install a new water main on the even-numbered side of Chelmer St E, Chelmer. Works will take place 6:30am-5pm, Monday to Friday and are expected to be completed in mid-July, weather permitting. 

Tree Removals and Maintenance

650 Sherwood Rd, Sherwood

  • Three sick Jacaranda trees are scheduled for removal from the garden beds on the footpath.
  • The garden beds will be expanded along the length of the footpath to improve the growing conditions. 
  • Three 100L stock Jacaranda trees will be planted to replace the trees.

Norm Rose Park, Fairfield

  • One fig tree in the park opposite 5 Fairview St, Fairfield has shifted and the root system has raised out of the ground.
  • The tree was removed on 26 May.
  • Replacement planting will take place elsewhere in the Ward as Norm Rose Park is registered as contaminated land.

Moggill Rd Roundabout Upgrade

Construction has begun on the Moggill Rd roundabout upgrade at Indooroopilly. Works will take place 7am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday. Additional works, including night works, will take place throughout the project as needed.

Stamford Road (at Moggill Road intersection)
The following closures will be in place at the Stamford Rd/Moggill Rd intersection from 14 June for approximately four months, weather permitting: 

  • Full intersection closure between 10pm and 5.30am. Access to restaurants and shopping centre via Belgrave Road or Underhill Avenue.
  • Partial intersection closure between 5.30am and 10pm. No left hand turn out of Stamford Rd onto Moggill Rd. Left hand turn into Stamford Rd from Moggill Rd permitted.

Coonan St southbound is closed to all traffic from 9pm to 5:30am between Indooroopilly Shopping Centre and the Belgrave Rd/Allwood St intersection until early August. Coonan St northbound is reduced to a single lane through the works site (see map below).

 

Cross River Rail

The Cross River Rail project team have advised that Fairfield station is closed as of 28 March 2022, and will remain closed until late-2022. A temporary construction material storage area will be established at 58 Mildmay St, Fairfield and temporary changes to street parking on Equity St and Mildmay St remain in place.

Temporary full closures of Mildmay St/Ashby St and Equity St between Cronin St and Dudley St will be in place from 12am Sat 18  June until 3am Monday 20 June (see map below).