Other works in progress

Stage 4 will resume from the previous section of Camp Flat Road completed in 2021 and will also include the Whitecross Road intersection.

An experienced fauna spotter-catcher will be in attendance to manage and supervise all terrestrial fauna management activities prior to and during tree removal works.

Early works will include the construction of a retaining wall on Camp Flat and Whitecross roads intersection, as well Energex and NBN relocations.

More details will be provided to the community prior to these early works commencing.

The main construction is expected to commence between late 2023 and early 2024. Further information will be provided prior to this main construction phase.

Tree clearing works for a new Energex corridor is planned to commence 12 June 2023 with early works expected to start in July 2023, weather and site conditions permitting. Project news - K2723 - Div 9 - Stage 4 upgrade Camp Flat Rd Bli Bli (PDF, 1MB).

The construction of a masonry block retaining wall on the north-east corner of Camp Flat and Whitecross roads is planned to commence Monday 4 September 2023. Project news - K2723 - Div 9 - Stage 4 upgrade Camp Flat Rd Bli Bli (PDF, 317.65KB).

The waterway comprises a low-flow concrete drainage channel within a grassed, open swale area.

The works aim to naturalise the waterway corridor. This will establish a high value public open space which integrates with the existing environmental, social and cultural values of the area.

Bli Bli - Petrie Creek Catchment | H4900 - Waterway rehab project news - Division 9 (PDF, 304KB)

We will be upgrading a zebra pedestrian crossing into a raised priority crossing on Ballinger Road, Buderim. 

Buderim - Ballinger Road | K7343 - Pedestrian Crossing Upgrade project news - Division 7 (PDF, 529KB)

As part of this year’s Stormwater Renewal Program, Council is upgrading five stormwater assets and within an associated drainage easement on Illuka Street, Buderim.

Buderim - Illuka Street | K6623 - Stormwater pit upgrades project news - Division 6 (PDF, 570KB)

Following preliminary regional planning assessments, we identified a list of asset locations and water sensitive urban design solutions throughout the region.

As part of this program, we will be retrofitting stormwater pit baskets to existing stormwater pits within Kayleigh Drive and Kelly Court, Buderim. 

This project will improve water quality and environmental outcomes by capturing a large percentage of gross pollutants before entering downstream waterways.

Buderim - Kayleigh Drive & Kelly Court | H4899 - Stormwater Quality Improvement project news - Division 7 (PDF, 388.4KB)

We will be upgrading a zebra pedestrian crossing into a raised priority crossing on Lindsay Road, Buderim. Refer to the project news for the location of works.

Buderim - Lindsay Road | K4383 - Pedestrian crossing upgrade project news - Division 7 (PDF, 351.5KB)

Council will be renewing two kerb ramps which will improve the accessibility of the crossing at Main Street, Buderim.

Buderim - Main Street | K7472 - Upgrade kerb ramps project news - Division 7 (PDF, 482KB)

The works will see the carpark upgraded from gravel to asphalt and includes surrounding landscape upgrades.

Access to this off-street carpark as well as on street carparks fronting Main Street will be closed throughout the duration of the works.

Buderim - Main Street | H9057 - Off-street Carpark Upgrade project news - Division 7 (PDF, 529KB)

Installation of a new a-frame swing with bird’s nest seat, a compliant softball rubber pad and new pommel stepping-stones to improve the park and play facilities.

The new play equipment is currently being manufactured. We plan to start construction from 20 May 2024 and complete the work in June 2024, weather and site conditions permitting.

Buderim - Piccabeen Crescent Park | H8808 - Swing replacement project news - Division 6 (PDF, 1.4MB)

The dirt car park at Happy Valley, Bulcock Beach, Caloundra will soon be upgraded to a paved car park area. 

This improvement will enhance the current car park capacity making it easier for locals and visitors coming to Caloundra. 

As part of this project, stormwater upgrade works will be completed on the Eastern side of Happy Valley, this will include the installation of a stormwater gross pollutant trap. The stormwater gross pollutant trap will be installed to filter impurities, ensure cleaner stormwater runoff, and help protect our beautiful ocean environment. 

Caloundra - Happy Valley | H4945 - Carpark and stormwater upgrade project news - Division 2 (PDF, 749.6KB)

A new 74 metre gravel trail will extend from the pathway at the top of Scrub Road through steep terrain to 17 Grandview Drive. 

The trail will provide an alternate, off-road access for pedestrians walking to and from Lowes Lookout. The trail will include numerous steps. The trail will be constructed to incorporate existing mature trees.

Coolum Beach - Grandview Drive | K1383 - New Pedestrian Trail project news - Division 9 (PDF, 1MB)

Following three rounds of community engagement in 2016, 2022 and 2023, we have finalised a community-led landscape plan for Lions and Norrie Job Park, Coolum Beach.

We are starting the staged construction for the landscape plan upgrades with stages 1A and 1B of the landscaping works. The timing of future stages 2 and 3 is still to be confirmed.

Coolum Beach - Lions & Norrie Job Park | K4113 / H4716 - Landscape Works 1A & 1B project news - Division 9 (PDF, 649KB)

As part of these improvements, we will soon renew the playground at Tickle Park in Coolum Beach.

Coolum Beach - Tickle Park | K2354 - Playground renewal project news - Division 9 (PDF, 340.5KB)

As part of these ongoing improvements, we are installing irrigation to the field areas of Cotton Tree Park.

The irrigation system will increase the resilience of the turf. It will help us maintain a vibrant and healthy grass cover for the community and events within the park year-round. 

A smart irrigation system monitors the weather and adjusts water usage to optimise water delivery within the park.

Maroochydore - Cotton Tree Park | H8348 - Irrigation installation project news - Division 4 (PDF, 512KB)

As part of these ongoing improvements, we are upgrading the equipotential bonding at the Eumundi Aquatic Centre. These works are required to maintain safety at the aquatic centre.

We will create a channel to the perimeter of each pool and install new bonding to connect to all existing metallic pool fixtures in each pool. As a result, we will need to close each pool to allow works to safely take place.

Eumundi - Eumundi Aquatic Centre | K2899 - Equipotential bonding project news - Division 10 (PDF, 929KB).

The works predominantly include landscaping works at the intersection of Reed Street and Bruce Parade. 

The works include refreshed landscaping in the verge featuring locally sourced Glass House stone boulders, garden bed planting with native species including the Ngungun May Bush shrub and new street trees. 

Uplighting will be added to existing trees in Settlers Rotary Park that border Bruce Parade. 

This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to not only beautify our community, but also to make it more environmentally sustainable.

Glass House Mountains - Reed Street and Bruce Parade | K1316 - Streetscape refurbishment project news - Division 1 (PDF, 324.6KB)

We are rebuilding an aged section of the seawall that is degraded and no longer effective, between Jellicoe and Nelson Streets. 

The project will help protect the parkland and footpath from damage caused by storm surges, high tides and erosion. It includes:

• reconstructing and raising approximately 80 linear metres of the existing seawall using grouted rock
• installing tiles to create a ‘living seawall’ with habitat for sea creatures
• a new section of footpath and matching timber and metal balustrade, reinstating the barbecue shelter, benches and binoculars
• reinstating the parkland and planting.

This work is now underway and is scheduled to be completed in August 2024 (weather and site conditions permitting). 

Golden Beach - Esplanade | K4295 - Seawall and foreshore works project news - Division 2 (PDF, 297KB)

We are pleased to let you know we have received the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program funding to improve the safety on Ilkley Road, Ilkley.

The upgrade aims to improve safety and awareness. It will include new guardrails and signage. Existing line markings will also be altered.

Ilkley - Ilkley Road | K3444 - Road improvements project news - Division 5 (PDF, 469.2KB)

Major upgrades are underway for Kawana Aquatic Centre and the facility remains fully operational during this time.

Stage 1 of the aquatic centre upgrade is complete, including a new 20-metre, five-lane indoor heated pool along with new structures, new plant and equipment and demolition of the existing indoor pool.

Construction of Stage 2 is now underway and is scheduled for completion in late 2025, weather permitting.

These works include a new entry building, a kiosk, public amenities and changerooms, and additional car parking.

Bokarina - Kawana Aquatic Centre | H7797 Stage 1 completion April 2024 project news - Division 3 (PDF, 584KB)

Bokarina - Kawana Aquatic Centre | H7797 Stage 1 update October 2023 project news - Division 3 (PDF, 550KB)

As part of these ongoing improvements, we are upgrading the playground at Skippy Park, Landsborough.

Works will include installing a new playground slide and rubber softfall to improve safety and functionality.

Landsborough - Skippy Park | K6580 - Softfall & playground slide renewal project news - Division 1 (PDF, 804.4KB)