August 2023

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Message From Nicole

115 Hyde Rd, Yeronga DA

Local Government Infrastructure Plan Consultation

What's On

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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

Children's Storytime
Mondays, 11-11:30am

Babies, Books and Rhymes
Fridays 9:15-9:45am

Father's Day STEAM Morning*
Sat 2 Sep, 10:30-11:30am
Join us for stories that celebrate the big man in your life, and then make him a card in time for Father’s Day. Ideal  for children aged 2-7 years.

Make and Create for Kids
Sat 16 Sep, 9am-4pm
Mon 18 Sep, 10am-5pm
Tue 19 Sep, 10am-5pm
Fri 22 Sep, 10am-5pm
Sat 23 Sep, 9am-4pm
Mon 25 Sep, 10am-5pm
Tue 26 Sep, 10am-5pm
Fri 29 Sep, 10am-5pm
Drop into the library  to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 3-8 years.

STEAM Ahead on the Intelino Train*
Tue 19 Sep, 10:30-11:30am
Fri 22 Sep, 10:30-11:30am
Our Intelino train is on a mission and needs your help! Intelino is an interactive smart train, powered by innovative robotic technology. Learn basic coding skills through screen-free adventure and hands-on play. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years.

The Mud Puddlers With Pamela Rushby*
Mon 25 Sep, 2-3pm
Join award winning children’ s book author, Pamela Rushby as she shares her latest book, The Mud Puddlers.  Pamela will introduce children to the fascinating hobby of modern-day mud larking in  the Thames, and the types of objects people discover on their adventures. Ideal for children aged 9-12 years and their carers.

Dash Robots*
Tue 26 Sep, 10:30-11:30am
Fri 29 Sep, 10:30-11:30am
Discover a new world of learning, play and adventure with  Dash robots. Participants will learn programming concepts and send simple commands to control a robot. No previous programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years.

CORINDA LIBRARY
Tel: 3407 7701

Toddler Time
Wednesdays, 9:15-9:45am

Babies, Books and Rhymes
Fridays, 9:15-9:45am

Organic Gardening to Feed Your Family*
Sat 2 Sep, 1-3pm
In this seminar with sustainable design expert Roman Spur, learn how to create an organic garden that produces a plentiful supply of fruit and vegetables for your family. You will discover lots of tips and tricks for good garden design and learn how to make self-watering planter boxes, organic soil, fertilisers, and much more.

Braille Awareness Storytime*
Wed 6 Sep, 3:30-4pm
This inclusive story time will introduce tactile experiences and enhance knowledge and awareness of Braille as well as blindness and low vision.

Tea and Tech: Internet Safety*
Thu 7 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Get together with other locals to improve your digital skills, and online confidence and safety. At this meet up, share what you've learned, get help, and try some fun and useful online skills in a relaxed session.

Tween STEAM*
Thu 14 Sep, 3:30-4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of games and activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. Each month there will be different activities to challenge your thinking and bring out your creative side in a fun environment. Ideal for children aged 8-12 years.

Make and Create for Kids: Nature*
Thu 21 Sep, 10:30-11:15am
Thu 28 Sep, 10:30-11:15am
Join us for creative session inspired by natural materials as we work to develop imagination, fine motor skills and language development. Ideal for all ages.

Fact Finders: Under the Microscope*
Wed 27 Sep, 2-3pm
Junior scientists will learn to use Microscopes to explore the hidden world of different specimens. Ideal for children aged 8-11 years.

FAIRFIELD LIBRARY
Tel: 3403 8615

Babies, Books and Rhymes
Wednesdays 9:15-9:45am
Wednesdays 10:15-10:45am

Toddler Time
Wednesdays, 11-11:30am

20-Something Book Club
Thu 24 Aug, 6-7pm
Join young adult readers of fiction and non-fiction of all genres. Come along and discuss the books that you’ve read and loved recently with other readers. Ideal for those aged 18-29 years.

One-On-One Tech Help*
Fri 25 Aug, 2-3pm
Fri 8 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Fri 29 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Contact Fairfield library to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.

Tween STEAM Afternoon*
Fri 1 Sep, 3:30-4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of games and  activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. Challenge your thinking and discover your creativity in a fun environment. Ideal for children aged 8-12 years.

Southside Community Craft Circle
Tue 5 Sep, 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.

Local History: Stories of Yeronga*
Sat 9 Sep, 2-3pm
Join academic philosopher, Dr Michael Macklin, from the Annerley-Stephens History Group as he charts the history of Yeronga from before European arrival to the mid 20th century. Be entertained and surprised by Michael’s many anecdotes of this much-loved neighbourhood!

Online Family History Resources*
Fri 15 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Learn how to search for your ancestors online using a range of library resources. Beginners and more advanced participants are welcome. Basic computer and internet skills required.

Make and Create for Kids
Sat 16 Sep, 10am-2pm
Thu 21 Sep, 10am-2pm
Sat 23 Sep, 10am-2pm
Thu 28 Sep, 10am-2pm
Sat 30 Sep, 10am-2pm
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 3-8 years.

Ozobot Treasure Hunt*
Sat 16 Sep, 11am-12pm
During this workshop, participants will work in pairs to create a simple program for an Ozobot miniature robot to navigate a maze and get to the treasure. Ideal for children aged 8-12 years.

Bee-Bot Goes on a Treasure Hunt*
Sat 16 Sep, 11am-12pm
Bee-Bot is going on a treasure hunt! Will you come too? Help this fun little robot find the hidden treasure. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years.

CPR Awareness*
Sat 16 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Are you interested in developing practical knowledge and skill in cardiopulmonary resuscitation? This free workshop will give you the confidence to help keep someone alive using CPR while the ambulance is on its way. Presented by qualified trainers from the Queensland Local Ambulance Committee, in partnership with the Queensland Ambulance Service.

Evening Book Club*
Thu 21 Sep, 6-7pm
In September, read and discuss Exiles  by Jane Harper. New members welcome.

A Taste of STEAM with Kindy Science*
Fri 22 Sep, 11am-12pm
Children will experience chemistry with a dry ice demonstration, physics using lasers, prisms and mirrors, colour and torches, UV colouring-in skill testers and biology looking through microscopes. Ideal for children aged 3-6 years.

Sphero and the Enchanted Forest*
Sat 23 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Help Sphero find his way through the enchanted forest using simple coding skills. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years.

Sphero Games*
Sat 30 Sep, 2-3:30pm
Join our Sphero games to complete three fun coding challenges. Program Sphero to race a chariot, hurdle and complete an obstacle course. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 9-12 years.

Community Immunisation Clinics*
9-11am, every second Friday (exc. public holidays)
Next clinic Fri 25 Aug
Corinda Bowls Club, 58 Hall Avenue, Corinda
To book or for more information, including immunisation fact sheets, visit the Council website here.

Sherwood Arboretum Guided Walk*
Sun 27 Aug, 9:30-11am
Sherwood Arboretum
Enjoy a guided walk led by the Volunteer Guides of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens and the Friends of Sherwood Arboretum.
Bookings required via Eventbrite.

Active and Healthy

Aqua Yoga*
Tuesdays 12-1pm (exc. school holidays)
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Cost $ pool entry
For more information phone Nichola on 0406 574 454.

Mums n Bubs Yoga
Thursdays 9-10am (until 14 September)
Nixon Park, Oxley
A mum and bubs yoga class to connect with yourself, your baby and others. Designed to support you post-natally, gentle stretching and strengthening practices, breathing exercises, meditation.
For more information phone Nichola on 0406 574 454.

Yoga
Saturdays, 7-8am (exc. school holidays)
Vallely St Park, Annerley
Phone Deanna on 0401 247 328 for more info

Deep Water Running
Saturdays, 11am-12pm (until 2 September)
Saturdays, 4:30-5:30pm (from 7 October)
Yeronga Park Memorial Pool
Cost $ pool entry. For ages 16+
For more info phone Aqua English on 0406 063 737.

Awesome Aqua Aerobics
Saturdays, 11-11:45am (from 7 October)
Yeronga Park Memorial Pool
Saturdays, 2:30-3:15pm (from 7 October)
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Cost $ pool entry. For ages 16+
For more info phone Aqua English on 0406 063 737.

Tai Chi Qigong in the Park
Sundays, 8-9am (exc. school holidays)
Robinson Park, Fairfield
Phone Julian on 0439 073 860 for more info.

Orienteering - Map Run
Sun 27 Aug, 4-5:30pm
Sherwood Aboretum
A recreational activity and sport for all ages and fitness levels using your navigational skills with a Smart Phone and a specially produced map to discover your local parks and outdoor recreational areas. You can run, jog or walk - individually or in a group. Full instructions given. $5pp or $12 per family.

It's Rocket Science*
Tue 19 Sep, 9-10am
Tue 19 Sep, 10-11am
Spectacular holiday fun for kids to build and launch water rockets over 60 metres high all from a simple soda bottle! Suitable for young people 5-17 years. Cost $6.
To book visit  It's Rocket Science. For more information phone 0416 046 917.

Quest Football Academy Fun Football*
Come and learn the basics of soccer in a welcoming, safe and enjoyable environment.
To book visit  Quest Football Academy. For more information email us at info@questfa.com.au
12-13 Year Olds
Tue 19 Sep, 3-4pm
Gordon Thomson Park, Chelmer
Tue 12 Dec, 3-4pm
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson
14-16 Year Olds
Tue 19 Sep, 4-5pm
Gordon Thomson Park, Chelmer
Tue 12 Dec, 4-5pm
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson
6-8 Year Olds (girls)
Wed 4 Oct, 3:30-4:15pm
Wed 11 Oct, 3:30-4:15pm
Wed 18 Oct, 3:30-4:15pm
Wed 25 oct, 3:30-4:15pm
Fehlberg Park, Fairfield
9-11 Year Olds (girls)
Wed 4 Oct, 4:15-5pm
Wed 11 Oct, 4:15-5pm
Wed 18 Oct, 4:15-5pm
Wed 25 Oct, 4:15-5pm
Fehlberg Park, Fairfield
6-8 Year Olds
Wed 1 Nov, 3:30-4:15pm
Wed 8 Nov, 3:30-4:15pm
Wed 15 Nov, 3:30-4:15pm
Wed 22 Nov, 3:30-4:15pm
Nixon Park, Oxley
9-11 Year Olds
Wed 1 Nov, 4:15-5pm
Wed 8 Nov, 4:15-5pm
Wed 15 Nov, 4:15-5pm
Wed 22 Nov, 4:15-5pm
Nixon Park, Oxley

Freestyle Scooter Coaching
Thu 21 Sep, 10-11am
Thu 21 Sep, 11am-12pm
J.F. O'Grady Memorial Park, Fairfield
Learn new skills on your scooter and how to ride the park safely. For ages 6-17.
For more information phone RampFest on 0421 701 448.

Mini Books*
Wed 27 Sep, 2-3pm
Wed 27 Sep, 3-4pm
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson
Kids make their own mini book collection using scrap leather or vinyl, cardboard and recycled paper. For ages 6-12.
To book visit Make and Meld. For more information phone 0435 110 866.

Kayak Explore*
Sat 18 Nov, 12-3pm
Sat 2 Dec, 12-3pm
Simpsons Playground, Graceville
A great opportunity to enjoy a relaxing paddle while exploring Brisbane's waterways. All equipment and instruction is provided, perfect for beginners or those with experience. Cost $6.
To book visit Paddle Qld. For more information phone 0414 960 728.

GOLD

Tai Chi for Health
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30am (exc. school holidays)
John Walker Place, Yeronga
For more information phone CM2 fitness on 0427 626 709

Belly Dance*
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm (exc. school holidays)
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre,
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
Gentle dance focused on fitness, co- ordination, flexibility, relaxation and fun.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

Tai Chi and Qigong
Thursdays, 9-10am (until 14 September)
Meet near the carpark
Sherwood Arboretum
Phone Julia on 0412 362 338 for more info

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

Meditation and Sound Healing*
Tue 5 Sep, 10-11am
Tue 10 Oct, 10-11am
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
Learn techniques to self sooth and de-stress and reset the body.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

Expressive Dance and Art*
Tue 5 Sep, 11:30am-12:30pm
Tue 10 Oct, 11:30am-12:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
Gentle movement & stretching of the body followed by art therapy.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

GOLD  Kayak Explore*
Mon 4 Sep, 12-3pm
Simpsons Playground, Graceville
A great opportunity to enjoy a relaxing paddle while exploring Brisbane's waterways. All equipment and instruction is provided, perfect for beginners or those with experience. Cost $6.
To book visit Paddle Qld. For more information phone 0414 960 728.

GOLD'n'Kids Passport Explore*
Sat 23 Sep, 10am-12pm
Graceville Riverside Parklands, Graceville
Your family will work together as a team to find all the special locations, then get them stamped in your passport. Siblings under 3 years of age are welcome to attend for free. Suitable for seniors and children aged 3+. Cost $6.
To book visit Bazil Grumble.
For more information phone 0411 246 487.

Beginning Lawn Bowls*
Sundays, 3-4:30pm
1 October -  5 November
Graceville Bowls Club
Wylie St, Graceville
To book phone or text David on 0407 894 727 or email  Graceville Bowls Club. 

Move to Learn*
Tue 17 Oct, 10am-12pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Discover simple movements to help you embrace new activities in your life with more fun & ease.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

Lawn Bowls for the Young and Young at Heart*
Sun 29 Oct, 3-4:30pm
Graceville Bowls  Club
Wylie St, Graceville
Come and learn to play lawn Bowls, one of the few sports where grandparents and young people can play together. This is a GOLD'n'Kids event suitable for seniors and children 6 years and over.
To book phone or text David on 0407 894 727 or email dschonfe@bigpond.net.au

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 8am-1pm, Monday-Friday
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 - 8am-1pm

Tuesday
Spanish Speaking Craft Group - 10am-12:30pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Wednesday
Community Breakfast - 8-9am
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm
Craft and Sewing Group - 9:30-11am

Thursday
Art Group - 9am-12pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Friday
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Yeronga Bushcare Group
Currently working in the Corso Park, Yeronga
·          All welcome. Keep an eye on the Facebook page for upcoming working bees.
Contact Janice Monroe 0414310326 or Michael Cahill 0403740729 for further information.

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, Wednesday and Friday
Yeronga Uniting Church
Kingsley Pde, Yeronga

Yeronga Probus Club
10am-12pm
Second Tuesday of the month
Yeronga RSL
391 Fairfield Rd, Yeronga
Ph: 0428 196 937

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.
Contact graceville@croquetqld.org  for more information.

Yeronga District Residents Association
A non-political community organisation devoted to addressing the issues facing the residents of Fairfield, Yeronga and Yeerongpilly.
Contact ydra.secretary@gmail.com  for further 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

Graceville Walkers
Meet 4:30pm Tuesdays and Thursdays
Meet 5:10am Wednesdays
Meet at corner of Central Ave and Oxley Rd, Graceville
Meeting point changes occasionally for variety. Call Bruce on 0402 811 641 before attending.

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.

Half Dozen Group of Artists
37 Quarry Rd, Sherwood
Space available for hire.
Convenient to public transport.
Suitable for yoga, art classes or other group activities.
Private and airy studio space available for hire.
Tea-room facilities included.
For information, please email  hdg.artists@gmail.com.

Graceville Scottish Country Dancers
St John's Anglican Hall, California Road, Oxley
3379 7141
Thursday mornings, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Friday evenings, 7.30pm -  9.30pm

Sailability Graceville
Sailability Graceville is a volunteer organisation that introduces disabled folk to the joys of sailing, both in sailing dinghies and onboard a motor vessel suitable for wheelchairs. We operate on the river at Graceville every Tuesday and would welcome more volunteers. Previous sailing experience is not essential; we can find a job for everyone. If you are interested please contact John Nightingale on 0408113148 or Laurie Webb on 0413400861.

Oxley Seniors Citizens Club
86 Oxley Station Rd, Oxley
Contact Denise on 0416 012 934 for more information.

Sketch Club 4075
Meets at 10:30am every second Saturday morning in and around 4075.
Free, untutored urban sketching open to all ages.
Location posted on Facebook Group.

Yeronga Community Garden
"Grow, sow, connect"
Cnr Taunton and Oakwood Sts, Yeronga
in the grounds of the Yeronga SHS
We meet every Sunday at 3pm.
New members welcome at 4.30pm.
Contact us through our facebook page.

Crafty Ladies Group
2nd and 4th Friday of the month
10am - 1pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Bring a craft item you are working on and stitch or knit  while we chat.
Primarily a social group. $3 per session.

MESSAGE FROM NICOLE

Hi everyone,

What an amazing month it’s been in Tennyson Ward for the city and country. Locally we have had so many wonderful school festivals and fetes with more to come, including Graceville State School’s Fair this Saturday from 10 am (fireworks at 7pm) and Yeronga Park Kindergarten's Enchanted Forest Fete coming up on 10 September from 10am. I am so proud to support all our wonderful schools and kindys.

I was so lucky to attend the Matildas fan day at Riverstage on Sunday to celebrate these remarkable female athletes. 4th is the best World Cup soccer result for any Australian team, ever. The team received the Keys to the City and will be immortalised in a statue outside Suncorp Stadium. If you have been inspired, keep the momentum going and join one of our fabulous local sporting teams - there is something for every age range, fitness level and sporting type.

Locally, a very big development application has been submitted for the former paint factory site at 115 Hyde Rd Yeronga. Check out the details below on how you can read more about the development and make a submission.

Regards, Nicole   

Ps...we have a working bee planned for the Annerley edible garden at Hefferan Park on Friday afternoon from 3 - 5pm Friday, 8 September. We will be weeding, planting and painting. Pop along and help us spruce up this lovely little community garden.

115 HYDE RD, YERONGA DA

A development application has been lodged for a mixed-use redevelopment of the old paint factory site at 115 Hyde Rd, Yeronga. The site is currently zoned low-impact industry.

The developer-led proposal is being supported by the Lord Mayor’s new planning regime without any community consultation. Planning that introduces high-density apartments into a low-density neighbourhood will create massive changes to the amenity of Yeronga West.

There are two key components to the DA. Firstly, approval to reuse the existing buildings for a range of creative and performing arts, sport and recreational, retail, commercial, warehouse and industry uses. If this was all that was proposed it would be a welcome rehabilitation and reactivation of the paint factory site. Secondly, removal of the current zoning guidelines and establishment of a preliminary approval (blank masterplan) to enable future high-rise development on most of the site.

Of greatest concern is:

  • A new 8-storey height limit over the vast majority of the site
  • No new community infrastructure to support the development’s impact on Yeronga West
  • No new stormwater drainage for the site or precinct
  • No protection for the existing paint factory buildings (only the facade will be kept and the bricks reused)
  • A non-binding masterplan that is akin to a blank cheque for future development
  • Removal of the waterway corridor restrictions at the rear of the site to allow development
  • Proximity to the sewerage plant
  • Conflict with sport at the Olympic Football Club
  • The lack of community notification and objection rights for future building proposals on the site

I urge residents to look beyond the glossy marketing images you may have seen. Residents should consider the long-term impact of high-rise development on local infrastructure in Yeronga West.

You can view the DA materials on Council’s website here.

You can make a submission at any time but the best time will be when the black and white notice sign is erected on the site.  If you are concerned, I have drafted a submission you may like use or amend in your own words. You can download a copy of the draft submission here. I will keep you up to date as the development assessment progresses over coming months.

 

LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN CONSULTATION

You may have recently received a letter or heard in the media about Council’s infrastructure review.   

For people that got one of the truly awful letters, Council is not immediately resuming your house. They do indicate where future infrastructure may go, and there are some very odd additions such as two character houses to be resumed for parkland on Honour Ave, Graceville but nothing for Graceville Memorial Park that desperately needs upgrades.

There are some good additions too. For example, the intersections of Venner Rd/Ipswich Rd and Waterton St, Annerley and Cliveden Ave and Oxley Rd, Corinda have finally been added to the long list for upgrade. 

Then of course there are the missing projects, most concerningly a lack of stormwater projects.       

You can read more on the interactive map here.

How to Make a Submission

I want to thank residents who have spoken up in previous years and fought for better infrastructure planning for their neighbourhood. It’s time to do it again. The Lord Mayor has said he is “ listening,” well let’s make sure he hears us loud and clear.

Email: infrastructurecoordination@brisbane.qld.gov.au
In person: Tennyson Ward Office
Submissions are due by 14 September 2023

You can add suggestions for any suburb in Brisbane. Those listed in bold are already included in the LGIP and those listed in bold and red are of concern to residents.

If you need help with a submission for your suburb please contact my office.

Suburb

Suggestions (please also add your own)

Annerley

  • Ipswich Rd/Venner Rd/Waterton St intersection upgrade $3.6m

  • Ipswich Rd/Cracknell Rd/Villa St intersection upgrade $1.5m

  • Ipswich Rd/Cornwall St intersection upgrade $1.64m

  • Annerley Rd/Cornwall St/Noble St intersection upgrade (pedestrians) $1.1m

  • Annerley Library extension and upgrade $2m

  • all five stormwater pipe upgrades for Annerley cut in the 2018 LGIP reinstated $454,000

  • Annerley Rd separated off road bikeway connecting Annerley Rd, Dutton Park to Ipswich Rd $2.5m

  • I do not support Ipswich Rd widening (School Rd to O’Keefe St) $21.4m

Chelmer

  • Coonan St/Wharf St intersection upgrade $1.1m

  • land acquisition and embellishment 2 Rosebery Tce, $10m (Old Neilson Home)

  • embellishment, local recreation Gordon Thompson Park (remediation) $3.6m (underway)

  • Chelmer/Graceville 17 stormwater pipe upgrades $1.9m (underway)

  • backflow valve Victoria Ave

Corinda

  • intersection upgrade Oxley Rd/Cliveden Ave $1.1m

  • upgrades to existing Park infrastructure up to $2m (district) Dunlop Park

  • Corinda six stormwater pipe upgrades $461,000

Graceville

  • Long St E/Oxley Rd intersection upgrade $1.8m

  • upgrades to existing Park infrastructure up to $1,000,000 Graceville Memorial Park (new toilets) (district)

  • Girraween Park backflow valve

  • I do not support Oxley Rd widening, Graceville $3.35m

  • I do not support resumption of two Character houses at the corner of Long St W and Honour Ave for parkland $6m

Fairfield

  • upgrades to existing Park infrastructure up to $1m Brisbane Corso Reserve

  • backflow valves Brougham St, Mearns St, Victoria St and Sharp St

  • bike path lighting Hyde Rd to Brisbane Corso $1m

  • ongoing flood buy back for parkland purposes $5m

Sherwood

  • Sherwood Arboretum upgrades $1.1m (underway)

  • Sherwood Rd widening including off road pathways $8m 

  • Sherwood Rd Oxley Creek bridge upgrade $16.3m

  • upgrades to existing Park infrastructure up to $250,000 Strickland Tce Park, Sherwood

  • Sherwood four stormwater pipe upgrades $323,176 

Oxley

  • intersection upgrade Cook St/Oxley Rd $1.315m 

  • intersection upgrade (traffic lights) Colwell St/Ipswich Rd, Oxley $1.5m

  • intersection upgrade Englefield Rd/Oxley Station Rd, Oxley

  • upgrades to existing Park infrastructure at Nixon Park $500,000 Oxley

  • Seventeen Mile Rocks Rd/Cook St, Oxley corridor upgrade $10m

  • Oxley Creek Bikeway, Oxley Station Rd/Cliveden Ave/Ipswich Motorway $3.7m

  • Oxley stormwater drainage pipe upgrade $1.2m

Tennyson

  • land acquisition, the vacant block at 58 Myla Tce, Tennyson, adjoining the Myla Terrace RSL Memorial Park, for local recreation $500,000

  • the backflow valve for King Arthur Tce recommended by AECOM after the 2011 floods 

Yeronga

  • stormwater relief pipe projects (Devon St to Venner Rd) $2.8m

  • road corridor/intersection project widening Cardross St overpass for Cardross St and Fairfield Rd Yeronga $7.5m

  • open stormwater channel remediation Hyde Rd Park/Leyshon Park Yeronga/Fairfield $10m

  • Yeronga West pipe upgrades (Hyde Rd to Brisbane Corso) $3m

  • all backflow valves recommended by AECOM after the 2011 floods for Ormadale Rd, Ortive and Stevens Sts Yeronga

  • intersection upgrade including traffic lights for Cansdale St and Hyde Rd Yeronga

  • intersection upgrade for School Rd and Ipswich Rd Yeronga

  • acquisition of 143 Hyde Rd Yeronga for park/sport/recreation purposes

  • acquisition of the Yeronga Bowls Club site, 11 Querrin St Yeronga for park/sport and recreational purposes

  • upgrades to existing Park infrastructure up to $1,000,000 (district) Yeronga Memorial Park

Yeerongpilly

  • Cardross St rail overpass/ Fairfield Rd road widening/intersection upgrade $7.5m

  • Stormwater pipe upgrade (YMP to Moolabin Creek) $4.5m
Multiple
  • Oxley Creek greenway, Oxley/Corinda/Sherwood in the wrong location, disconnected from community access and deprioritised, completely missing the Sherwood/Graceville connection

WHAT'S ON

 

The Welcome Project

*Urgent housing request: Do you have, or know of anyone who has, a spare couple of bedrooms in their home, or a spare unit / townhouse / house, that an Afghan refugee family could rent for their first 6-12+ weeks in Australia, from early-mid September? Ideally Brisbane Inner Southside down to Logan/Underwood area.*

We are The Welcome Project, helping to safely resettle a UN-identified refugee family (single mum, 3 older kids) from Afghanistan. After delays since June, we now expect them 7 Sept. Unfortunately this means that the temporary accommodation we'd secured for them is no longer available (beyond a week or two).

Our group, The Welcome Project, will guarantee rental payments, and the family will have access to government services and our support. We hope to find a community-spirited landlord who recognises this family's life circumstances, and is willing to offer tenancy for under $500 per week.

We are also seeking long-term accommodation for the family, after their arrival.

Everything is negotiable: dates, length of stay, location, cost...

You can read more about us here: https://shoutforgood.com/fundraisers/the-welcome-project

PARKS UPDATE

John Walker Place Gym, Yeronga

The new outdoor gym at John Walker Place on Brisbane Corso, Yeronga is now open and ready for use.

Thank you to the Yeronga locals who stopped by to learn how to use the new equipment last Saturday at the launch event. The gym is a great addition to this popular walking/running route along the river.

Fanny St Park, Annerley

Park name and history signage has been installed in Fanny St Park, Annerley. Keep an eye out for more interpretive signage on the way.

Taylor Bridge Reserve, Chelmer

The concept designs have been finalised for the $150,000 playground replacement project at the flood-damaged Taylor Bridge Reserve. The new nature play area will feature basket and standard swings, balance logs, a timber canoe and jetty play module, nature-themed sculptures and landscaping.

2023 WASTESMART AWARDS

ROAD AND CONSTRUCTION WORKS

Walter Taylor Bridge Maintenance

Replacement of the existing access ladders on the Walter Taylor Bridge towers is scheduled to take place from Monday 4 September to mid-September 2023, weather and maintenance conditions permitting.

Partial lane closures on the Walter Taylor Bridge will be required during project work hours (9pm - 5am, Monday to Thursday). Access in both directions will be maintained at all times. Traffic control and signage will be on site.

Jack Pesch Bridge Maintenance

Washdown works are underway to remove graffiti on the Jack Pesch Bridge, Chelmer/Indooroopilly. Tree trimming works around the footings of the Bridge are also underway. Works are scheduled for completion at the end of August.

Open Drainage Restoration Works

Ground investigation works are scheduled at the following sites as part of Council's open drainage restoration programme:

  • 79 Albermarle St, Yeerongpilly - 4-8 September
  • 331 Long St E, Graceville - 4-8 September

Works will occur between 7am and 5pm.

Fairfield Library Air Conditioning Replacement

Air conditioning replacement works have been completed at Fairfield Library. The new system is up and running to keep the Library cool as warmer weather approaches.

Cross River Rail

Yeerongpilly station will close from Monday 18 September while the station upgrade is underway. The pedestrian overpass will remain open. Yeerongpilly station is expected to reopen in late-2024. 

The northern Wilkie St, Yeerongpilly commuter carpark is now closed. The Wilkie St, Yeerongpilly bus stops have been temporarily relocated to Green St, Yeerongpilly. See map below.