Budget priorities division-by-division

Moreton Bay City Councillors have outlined the major projects for their divisions in today’s 2026-27 Budget.

Cr Brooke Savige (Div 1) said the Budget focuses on projects shaped by community feedback to meet a growing population.

“This Budget delivers a strong pipeline of community-driven projects that respond to the needs of our residents, from improved parks and pathways to upgraded facilities for local sports clubs and organisations including a combined water sports precinct at Sylvan Beach Esplanade and new play equipment and shade sails at Newell Street Park, Ningi,” she said.

Cr Mark Booth (Div 2) said the priority is improving local roads and pathways to keep the community connected and moving safely.

He said there will be “resurfacing and rehabilitation works across key local routes, along with intersection improvements to support safer and more efficient travel including an upgraded intersection at Station, Henderson and Rowley Rds, Burpengary and road rehabilitation resurfacing extending from Graham Rd to Sturt St.”

Cr Adam Hain (Div 3) said keeping the community connected with better roads and transport and active was a priority.

“This Budget invests in key projects like the revitalisation of Centenary Lakes, including a new regional playground and rugby league clubhouse, as well as vital upgrades to Caboolture River Rd.”

Cr Jodie Shipway (Div 4) said local infrastructure and community spaces were important in her division.

“This Budget focuses on practical improvements from safer transport connections to upgraded parks and recreational facilities including the design of the Brays/Henry Rd intersection upgrade and an active travel between Freshwater Creek from Aspire Pde, Griffin to Brushwood Ct, Mango Hill,” she said.

Cr Sandra Ruck (Div 5) said the Budget reflects a commitment to supporting the growth of City of Moreton Bay.

“It continues to invest in enhancing sporting facilities that support an active community, including upgrades to clubhouses and key precincts like Talobilla Park, Nathan Rd Sports Ground and Deception Bay Sports Complex,” she said.

Cr Karl Winchester (Div 6) said enhancing the Peninsula’s foreshore, transport connections and community spaces is important.

“A highlight is the new Suttons Beach Pavilion, which will deliver a vibrant beachfront destination with improved amenities, hospitality spaces and revitalised parkland for residents and visitors to enjoy,” he said.

Cr Yvonne Barlow (Div 7) said the Budget delivers improvements to parks and local community spaces.

She said it delivers “practical upgrades across Division 7, including improved play areas, new park infrastructure and enhanced open spaces that support how our community uses these areas every day.”

Cr Jim Moloney (Div 8) believes the Budget continues to strengthen Moreton Bay Central as a key destination by investing in in parks, playgrounds and community spaces.

“We’re also continuing to invest in Moreton Bay Central with plans for a new boulevard connecting Petrie Station to the Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, helping to create a well-

connected and active focal point for the City,” he said.

Cr Cath Tonks (Div 9) said there are practical upgrades that “enhance liveability” while protecting her division’s natural environment.

“This Budget invests in the infrastructure our community relies on, including road improvements, park upgrades and enhancements to local facilities like Albany Creek Library and Kumbartcho Sanctuary,” she said.

Cr Matt Constance (Div 10) said is Council positioned to continue delivering”high-quality services and infrastructure for the community”.

“This Budget is about investing in the infrastructure our residents rely on every day including the design of a new multipurpose community facility and planning for future club and community infrastructure at James Drysdale Reserve and continued planning and precinct works at Leslie Patrick Park and the Hills Community Place,” he said.

Cr Ellie Smith (Div 11) said the Budget supports a growing community while protecting natural and rural character.

“This Budget delivers important upgrades across Division 11, from road resurfacing and drainage improvements to new community infrastructure like the active transport bridge in Dayboro and upgrades to local parks and playgrounds,” she said.

Cr Tony Latter (Div 12) said maintaining and improving the local road network is a priority.

This includes “investment in road rehabilitation, resurfacing and sealing ensuring our roads remain safe, reliable and fit for purpose including Belvedere Cr in Bellmere, Porter Rd in Caboolture, Mountain View Rd in Moorina and Petersen Rd in Morayfield,” he said.