Infrastructure Projects

Sir Bruce Small Park - Playground Upgrade

The upgrade will include new playground equipment for children of different ages and abilities, shaded play areas, seating and improved pathways.

Queens Park trellis replacement

Council is replacing the ageing timber trellis over a pathway in Queens Park, Maryborough, with a new timber structure and native Wisteria planting to improve safety and maintain the character of the heritage-listed park.

Alice Street Parking and Footpath Improvements

Council is adding marked parking and footpaths on Alice Street between George Street and Charles Street. This section will become one-way eastbound, and the school bus stop will move to George Street.

Region-Wide Barbecue Replacement Program

Council is replacing ageing barbecues at four Fraser Coast parks to provide safer, more reliable and lower-maintenance facilities for the community.

Timber Bridge Replacements – Thinoomba Road and Yerra Road

Two ageing timber bridges at Myrtle Creek and Eighteen Mile Creek will be replaced with new concrete bridges to provide safer, more reliable road connections.

Region-wide park furniture replacement program

Council is replacing ageing, damaged and vandalised park furniture at six locations across the Fraser Coast to improve the safety, presentation and functionality of public open spaces.

Tom's Memorial Boardwalk entrance pathway replacement

Council is replacing the ageing timber entrance pathway to Tom's Memorial Boardwalk at Nielsen Park, Torquay, with a new concrete pathway to provide a safer, more durable and accessible connection for the community.

City Park Refresh

City Park in Pialba is being refreshed with a range of upgrades designed to improve comfort, accessibility and the overall visitor experience.

Carpark and Footpath Connection – Torquay Road, Pialba

Council is constructing a new 34-space carpark and connecting footpath off Torquay Road, Pialba, improving parking and pedestrian access to the area.

Margaret St & Churchill St Groynes and Elizabeth Seawall Works

Maintenance works will strengthen coastal protection structures in Hervey Bay, helping reduce erosion and protect nearby roads, paths and public infrastructure.

West Spring Way Pathway Connection

A new 2.5m wide concrete pathway now connects West Spring Way to the Maryborough–Hervey Bay Rail Trail, improving access and safety for local residents.

Happy Valley Access Ramp and Boardwalk Replacement

Council is replacing the Happy Valley access ramp and boardwalk after flood damage, improving safety and resilience for visitors. Works will be delivered in two stages throughout 2026.

Maryborough ANZAC Park Walking Loop Lighting Upgrade

New lighting is being installed along sections of the popular walking loop around Anzac Park and the Maryborough Golf Course to improve safety, visibility and accessibility for residents.

Urangan Pier protection works

Oleander Park Playground Upgrade

Fraser Coast Sports Precinct - Road Upgrades

Scarness Park Rotunda Refurbishment

Playground upgrades and shade improvements

Region-wide Park Asset Renewal Program

Replacement of Maryborough Rowers Pontoon and Gangway

Pier Park Upgrades

Glenwood Playground

Maryborough Garden of Rest Cemetery Upgrades

Hervey Bay City Centre Carpark Extension

Urangan Pier Rehabilitation

Urangan Seawall

Margaret Linn Reserve Basketball Court and Shelter Upgrade

Seafront Oval Maintenance Works

Aldershot Park Upgrades

Tinana Recreation Reserve Soccer Amenities Refurbishment

ANZAC Park Lions Shelter Refurbishment