The community has the chance to have a say in the next stage of development at the Samford Parklands.
Moreton Bay Regional Council is encouraging residents to complete a comprehensive survey that will help shape a concept design for a Village Green, which aims to showcase the spirit of the Samford Valley.
Councillor Darren Grimwade (Div 11) says the survey seeks input on defining the vision and site values for consideration in a future design and will help Council understand what is important about Samford and the parklands to the community and visitors.
“The Samford Parklands are an iconic part of town, and we want locals to continue sharing their thoughts and ideas on future design,” Cr Grimwade says.
“The next stage of the master plan is creating The Village Green, which will transform the empty field next to the new $4.45 million Samford Parklands Community Hub.”
He says the feedback will influence how Council evolves and grows the area sustainably, while preserving the region’s rich farming, science and recreation history.
“From sport to social groups, small businesses and agriculture, the Samford Parklands are many things to many people, and Moreton Bay Regional Council wants to see that continue for generations to come.
“Samford is renowned for its verdant hills and valleys, so I think it’s logical for our place making to try to capture that greenery and energy.
“I’d like to thank the community for their enthusiasm and involvement so far, and I look forward to hearing their feedback on this exciting project.”
Among the aspects survey participants are asked to consider are how they would like to see the parkland make the most of the aesthetics of the space and materials used to create it, what open spaces should look like, options for shade, barbecue and picnic facilities, multifunctional spaces, play spaces, and the composition of walking and cycling trails.
Located on Mount Samson Rd, the Parklands are home to community activities and organisations including organised sports, social enterprise, animal pasture, revegetation works, trails and recreation.
Find the survey, which is open until February 12, here.
Being part of the 2020 Recovery Moreton Bay Region Business and Jobs Expo has never been easier – or cheaper.…
Residents across the Moreton Bay Region have been given an added incentive by Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to boost blood stocks during Christmas and New Year.…
Local News • 18-8-2022 • Nick Crockford
Redcliffe City Cyclones, the peninsula’s junior cricket club, is ramping up preparations for the next season with a nod to the past.…
Local News • 18-8-2022 • Ashleigh Howarth
More than 100 people gathered at the Cenotaph in Burpengary this morning to pay tribute to the men and women who bravely served, suffered and died in the Vietnam War.…
Local News • 18-8-2022 • Kylie Knight
The Dolphins have not suffered a loss in 11 games, a new club record, and are looking to finish the regular Hostplus Cup season in the same fashion. It starts this weekend with their round 19 clash against Northern Pride at Moreton Daily Stadium. We chat with Head Coach Scott Murray …
Local News • 18-8-2022 • Jodie Powell
Not even a two-and-a-half hour rain delay to the start of play could dampen the enthusiasm of Moreton Bay's Little League players as they launched their campaign representing Australia at the World Series today. They did us proud...…
Local News • 18-8-2022 • Nick Crockford
Two Redcliffe Leagues Swimming Club members had plenty to celebrate at the Queensland Short Course Championships, but for different reasons.…
Local News • 18-8-2022 • Kylie Knight
The Moreton Bay Region is bucking the national trend, with university participation rates rising instead of falling, according to the latest Census data. Moreton Bay Regional Council and UniSC say it’s further proof the campus at Petrie is needed …