News
13 November, 2024
Pumping up Woodford
To meet community needs, as Woodford’s popularity grows among young families, Ambrose Tilney Park is set for a major $1.8 million upgrade including a new all-ages pump track and playground revamp.
Mayor Peter Flannery said that in addition to being a favourite spot for locals, Woodford is a popular day trip destination on weekends and school holidays.
“As Moreton Bay’s population grows, Woodford is fast becoming a popular home for young families,” he said.
“We want to ensure the area has the necessary infrastructure to cater to the needs of the community in our city now and in the future.”
These upgrades will turn Ambrose Tilney Park into a district-level park, featuring a new pump track for all ages and skill levels, an expansion to the existing playground with new equipment, a new adventure playground with a large play tower and slide, a swing, an accessible spinner, tactile boards, and a new public amenities block.
Shade structures, picnic shelters, and a BBQ facility will also be added.
Division 12 Councillor Tony Latter said he was looking forward to the highly anticipated park upgrade, allowing families and friends to enjoy the outdoors.
“The pump track will offer a safe, all-ages space where riders can build confidence and enjoy learning to ride their scooters and bikes at their own pace,” he said.
“I’d like to thank everyone who gave feedback during the community consultation last year, as this has truly helped shape the future of this park.”
Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2025, with completion also expected in 2025, pending weather and unforeseen circumstances.
Access to some parts of the park will be impacted during construction; however, Council will work with the contractor to minimise disruption.
