Brisbane’s newest park will open for play this month as the Schrinner Council delivers another free lifestyle hub to the suburbs.
Once a wastewater treatment plant, the Archerfield Wetlands District Park has been transformed into the latest recreation destination on Brisbane’s south side.
The four-hectare park offers a range of public spaces including:
- A huge playground complete with water play
- Youth hub and full sized basketball court
- Picnic and barbecue areas
- Community lawn for public events
- Bookable meeting room
- Bushfood garden trail
- Oxley Creek Catchment Association headquarters with public nursery
- direct access to the 2.9 kilometre Archerfield Wetlands Discovery Trail for walkers and cyclists to enjoy part of the wider 150 hectares of parkland
Around 67,000 new native trees and plants have been planted across the parkland to provide more shade, cool the area and create new habitat for local wildlife.
The new park is part of Council’s 20-year Oxley Creek Transformation initiative.
The Oxley Creek Transformation Master Plan will see the 20-kilometre-long natural corridor, from the Brisbane River at Tennyson to Warril Parkland at Larapinta, transformed into a world-class lifestyle and leisure destination.
A free family-friendly Open Day will be held on Saturday 28 September and will have live music, food trucks, tree planting and free kids activities available throughout the day.
To find out more, visit the Council website.
Quotes attributable to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner
“Brisbane is Australia’s lifestyle capital and our network of more than 2100 parks provide free family fun all year round.
“We know residents love to get out and discover new places to play, and I’m sure the Archerfield Wetlands District Park will be top of the list for parties, playdates, walks and workouts.
“Our Council will continue to create places in Brisbane that bring more to see and do to our suburbs.”
Quotes attributable to Chair for Environment, Parks and Sustainability Councillor Tracy Davis
“The Schrinner Council is thrilled to add another fantastic park to our network, bringing more to see and do to families across Brisbane.
“The Archerfield Wetlands District Park isn’t just a great place to play, but a space the community can use to celebrate, meet and explore the natural beauty of our own backyard.
“I encourage everyone to come down and enjoy this great new space with our free open day this weekend.”
Quotes attributable to Mr Nigel Chamier AM, Brisbane Sustainability Agency Chair
“With works at Archerfield Wetlands now complete, planning has already commenced on further stages of the Oxley Creek Transformation, with the Oxley Creek Common, Greenway and Graceville Riverside Parklands projects currently in their detailed investigation phases.
Quotes attributable to Dave Kent, Oxley Creek Catchment Association President
“This new centre brings our community organisation right into the heart of the catchment area, where we can continue our mission of protecting and enhancing Brisbane’s natural environment.
“Our volunteers are excited to be right in the heart of the catchment area, close to the wetlands and the local community, as we continue to protect and enhance the natural environment of Oxley Creek.”
EVENT DETAILS:
What: Archerfield Wetlands District Park Open Day
When: Saturday 28 September
Time: 9am – 1pm
Where: Archerfield Wetlands District Parklands, 455 Bowhill Road, Durack
Cost: Free kids activities, including face painting, bee hotel workshops, wildlife display, soccer skills and basketball workshops running from 9am – 11am
