Major upgrade for island park

A $2.25 million upgrade is being planned for one of Bribie’s main parks.

The work will make Cosmos Park on Sunderland Dr, Bongaree, the island’s first district level park.

Stage one will include outdoor fitness equipment, a basketball half court, picnic shelter, water bubblers, bins and seating, 2.5-meter-wide connecting paths, more shade trees and landscape planting and improved drainage.

“The upgrade of this park to a district level means the Bribie Island community can enjoy bigger and better facilities that cater to their growing need for active spaces,” he said.

“Parks are much more than a green space. They are a vibrant meeting place for friends and family to make memories, learn new hobbies, stay healthy and active and celebrate together.”

Councillor Brooke Savige (Div 1) said the park upgrade was important for the growing Bribie Island community.

“The park has been a gathering place for local clubs like the croquet club and tennis club, and will shortly be home to the Bribie Pickleball Club,” Cr Savige said.

“The upgraded facilities will support the growth of these clubs and their communities.”

Cr Savige said Bribie Pickleball Club will also contribute $120,000 towards lighting the new courts.