FAQs
What features are in the Hanlon Park concept plan?
- A naturalised waterway corridor through Hanlon Park, including saltwater and freshwater resilient vegetation.
- New and upgraded pedestrian and cyclist pathways.
- Maintaining open grassy spaces and planting new trees to create shade and distinct areas within the ark.
- New creative play spaces including an education trail and nature-themed play.
- A new small wetland in the southern section of Hanlon Park to create a rich biodiversity area, aid in improving water quality and provide visual amenity.
- An island and nature area adjacent to the small wetland to create a new place to reflect and relax.
- Formalised entry spaces and new park facilities including BBQs, seating and bike racks.
- New creek crossings and a stepping stone crossing over the naturalised waterway.
What are the next steps of the Hanlon Park project?
How was the concept plan developed?
The concept plan was developed through community consultation in early 2018, including a co-design workshop, online survey and stakeholder meetings, as well as extensive technical investigations and community feedback on the draft concept in late 2018.
To see a summary of the community engagement phase for the Hanlon Park project, read the summary report here.
What is the Stones Corner Precinct – Hanlon Park project?
Council is planning revitalisation works for Hanlon Park in the Stones Corner Precinct, as part of the next stage of upgrades for the Norman Creek 2012-2031 Master Plan.
Hanlon Park is a large, open green space in the heart of Stones Corner that is being revitalised as a priority precinct of the Norman Creek 2012-2031 Master Plan. The Master Plan guides key initiatives to revitalise one of our city’s most urbanised catchments.
The park will be transformed into an attractive and versatile public space to support the growing Stones Corner Precinct – creating a vibrant urban oasis with more to see and do including walking, playing or relaxing and learning about our unique ecology.
What is the Norman Creek 2012-2031 Master Plan?
What is the aim of the Hanlon Park project?
- revitalises Norman Creek, which runs through the park
- enhances the environment with more trees and natural spaces
- increases recreational and social opportunities for residents and visitors
- enhances connectivity and accessibility within the park and local area
- boosts local economic vibrancy with a new place to relax and enjoy.
What features are proposed for Hanlon Park in the draft concept plan?
- A naturalised waterway corridor through Hanlon Park, including saltwater and freshwater resilient vegetation.
- New and upgraded pedestrian and cyclist pathways.
- Maintaining open grassy spaces and planting new trees to create shade and distinct areas within the park.
- New creative play spaces including an education trail and nature-themed play.
- A new small wetland in the southern section of Hanlon Park to create a rich biodiversity area, aid in improving water quality and provide visual amenity.
- An island and nature area adjacent to the small wetland to create a new place to reflect and relax.
- Formalised entry spaces and new park facilities including BBQs, seating and bike racks.
- New creek crossings and a stepping stone crossing over the naturalised waterway.
Does the project impact flooding in the local area?
The draft concept design has undergone extensive flood assessments and technical investigations to ensure a non-worsening effect to flooding in the local area.
What is the underpass at Logan Road in Stones Corner?
What are the future opportunity areas identified on the plan?
- a potential future upgrade to the intersection of Logan Road and O’Keefe Street
- a potential event space at existing parking on Lincoln Street.
- a potential enhancement of the existing car park on Cornwall Street.
Why isn’t a dog off-leash area included in Hanlon Park?
What is the proposed Brisbane Metro laydown area?
