- Four new playgrounds and two new off-leash dog areas have been built in the Lockyer Valley and Somerset regions.
- Located in Gatton, Laidley, Fernvale and Lowood, the playgrounds support safe, inclusive and accessible play for the communities.
- The infrastructure was delivered as part of a $1 million Crisafulli Government election commitment to support the two councils.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering on a key election commitment with four new inclusive playgrounds and two off-leash dog parks in the Lockyer Valley and Somerset regions.
Under Labor's decade of decline, they continuously tied councils up in unnecessary red tape and failed to give them the support they needed to get vital projects off the ground and deliver for their communities.
This is just another way Crisafulli Government is delivering for Queensland by cutting unnecessary red tape and backing our councils to get on with the job of building local facilities their communities need.
In Lockyer Valley, playgrounds at Littleton Park in Gatton and Lions Park in Laidley have been upgraded to replace older infrastructure, creating safer and more inclusive play spaces for local children and families.
In the Somerset region, Honeywood Park and Stumer Park in Fernvale have also been revitalised with modern, accessible playground equipment.
Two brand-new off-leash dog parks have also been completed at Memorial Park in Fernvale and Clock Park in Lowood. The parks feature agility equipment to keep dogs active and entertained, as well as shaded seating areas for their owners.
Minister for Local Government and Water Ann Leahy said the funding demonstrates the Crisafulli Government's commitment to improving liveability across regional communities.
"We promised Queenslanders better local facilities, and in partnership with Lockyer Valley and Somerset councils, we are delivering on that commitment for communities across Gatton, Laidley, Fernvale and Lowood," Minister Leahy said.
"These new playgrounds and dog parks will create safe, inclusive spaces for families to connect, stay active and enjoy their local communities for years to come."
Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald said the new facilities are a strong result for local families.
"We said we would deliver better local facilities for families in the Lockyer Valley, and we've delivered with these fantastic new and upgraded community spaces now open," Mr McDonald said.
"These parks give locals more opportunities to stay active, connect and enjoy safe, inclusive spaces that reflect the pride we have in our community."
Mayor of Lockyer Valley, Councillor Tanya Milligan said the funding has helped transform the parks into vibrant community spaces where children of all ages and abilities can play, connect and enjoy the outdoors.
"Our new playground equipment is Australian-made and encourages physical, cognitive, social, and emotional play opportunities for all ages and abilities," Cr Milligan said.
"I thank the Queensland Government for delivering on their commitment to the children and families in our community."
Somerset Regional Council Mayor, Councillor Jason Wendt said the new playgrounds and dog parks are a welcome addition to the region, providing spaces for the community to come together and enjoy the outdoors.
"These new facilities are a great outcome for our community, offering families and pet owners safe and enjoyable spaces to connect and stay active," Cr Wendt said.
"Whether it's children playing on the new equipment or dogs enjoying the agility courses, these parks will be a hub for social interaction and recreation for years to come," he said.
