New park increases green space in heart of Nambour

Divisional Councillor David Law at the 1.7 hectare parkland which will adjoin the existing Quota Memorial Park space.

A new $650,000 park in Howard Street, Nambour will provide a 1.7 hectare green boost for the hinterland town.

The parkland will adjoin the existing Quota Memorial Park and add to a network  running through the heart of Nambour.

Stage one works will be ready by September, weather and conditions permitting.

The new parkland area will extend Quota Park and enhance the overall Petrie Creek open space corridor from Arundell Avenue roundabout, also known as ‘Three Ways’, to Crusher Park just beyond the Nambour Showgrounds.”

Divisional Councillor David Law said it would be the next exciting project to be delivered from the Petrie Creek Parklands Open Space Master Plan which was endorsed by council in late 2017.

“This extension of welcoming outdoor creekside recreation space will build on Nambour’s family-friendly areas and will be a great addition for existing residents, visitors and new people set to call Nambour home,” Cr Law said.

“Footpaths will connect to Quota Memorial Park and the project will include lush landscaping, more seating and shaded picnic areas for the community to relax in and socialise, encouraging a healthy, smart and creative region.”

Sunshine Coast Council consulted with the Petrie Creek Catchment Group to incorporate their feedback for increased vegetation.

Park Fast Facts:

Stage 1 of the park development is focused on building the park foundations including:

600 metres of new pathways

4700 m2 area for dogs to exercise off-leash with agility equipment

92 native shade trees

4429 native shrubs

two large turfed areas providing open spaces.

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