The Gap Ward & Council News
Brisbane-first sign trial to slow down cyclist
Flashing awareness signs that remind cyclists and e-mobility riders to slow down have been switched on at two locations as part of a Brisbane-first trial. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the Bicycle Awareness Monitors work the same way as the popular smiling Speed Awareness Monitors which have proven extremely effective in improving driver safety and behaviour on our
Budget ensures Brisbane residents get more and pay less than other councils
A record $4 billion Budget will prioritise Brisbane’s flood recovery, deliver critical infrastructure and guarantee suburban spending – all while maintaining south east Queensland’s cheapest residential rates. Delivering the 2022-23 Budget, Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner today said his Council had worked hard to keep costs under control amid increasing cost-of-living pressures on Brisbane’s 1.2 million residents. “Brisbane already
Council keeps costs down and fun up with 340 free and cheap school holiday activities
Keeping the kids entertained doesn’t’ have to break the bank during the school holidays, with the Schrinner Council delivering hundreds of free and low cost activities. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said ensuring there was more to see and do at a price that won’t break the bank was more important than ever amid rising costs of living. “With
Brisbane Powerhouse the city’s new home for major outdoor events
An outdoor cinema, night markets, art installations and performance spaces are coming to Brisbane Powerhouse as part of the Schrinner Council’s $1 million investment in the popular precinct. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Brisbane Powerhouse is one of our city’s greatest cultural assets, and this investment would deliver more to see and do for residents and visitors. “We
Lord Mayor MEDIA STATEMENT – Today’s decision by Infrastructure Australia to add our green bridge building program to their priority list is fantastic news.
Infrastructure Australia backed the Brisbane Metro project several years ago and this led to $600 million in Federal and State funding. Now that they’ve listed our green bridges as nationally significant infrastructure, we’re excited about the opportunity to attract more Federal and State funding to Brisbane. I’ve always said that we will build two green bridges this term
Schrinner Council’s upgraded, more flood resilient Gresham Street bridge now open
The Schrinner Council’s upgrade of the 90-year-old Gresham Street bridge is complete, with a new elevated design making the crossing more flood resilient in the future. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Council invested $24.1 million in the critical project which demonstrated the importance of building more resilient infrastructure. “As Australia’s fastest growing capital, the Schrinner Council is investing
Family activities, night events and group fitness on the cards for Brisbane’s new public golf course
Brisbane’s brand-new public golf course is one step closer to opening with a first-class golf operator appointed to run and maintain the Cannon Hill site. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the new operator would deliver so much more at the site than just golf with family-friendly fun, community events and night activities all part of their plan. “Minnippi
Schrinner Council protects and preserves Willawong pocket of bushland
The Schrinner Council is safeguarding more of Brisbane’s precious bushland by securing another two hectares under the Bushland Acquisition Program. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the purchase would grow Brisbane’s reputation as Australia’s leafiest capital city. “This two hectare Willawong site is a great addition to the more than 4320 hectares of bushland currently protected under
Free chemical cleanout for Brisbane residents
Brisbane residents can safely dispose of hazardous household items including paints, poisons, batteries, and gas bottles for free at the Willawong Resource Recovery Centre this Saturday. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner encouraged residents to take advantage of the popular free event that has been running since 2008. “Over the past five years more than 3000 residents have safely disposed
Sports and community clubs benefit from the Schrinner Council’s Rebuild & Recover Program
The Schrinner Council’s Rebuild & Recover Program is being fast-tracked to help Brisbane sports and community clubs that were severely damaged during the devasting February flood. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner today announced eight community organisations are set to be the initial recipients of funding under the new Rebuild & Recover - Club Partnerships Program. Visiting Western Districts Netball
$600,000 in Council funding gives clubs green light for major works
Three sports clubs will undertake significant improvements to their facilities under the latest funding round of the Schrinner Council’s Community and Sport Partnership Program. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said $600,000 was being shared between Downey Park Netball Association, Sandgate-Redcliffe District Cricket Club and Wests Mitchelton Rugby League Football Club. “Clubs like these are critical parts of their communities
Straight to work for first Brisbane Metro vehicle
The game-changing Brisbane Metro project has taken another giant leap forward with the first pilot vehicle set to start testing in Brisbane. Inspecting the vehicle in Brisbane today, Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the state-of-the-art Metros were one of the most advanced electric vehicles in the world. “The Metro is the first of its kind in Australia and