- The Crisafulli Government is delivering $3.29 million for multiple council projects for Logan, Somerset, Western Downs and Townsville communities.
- Funding will help make Queensland safer after a decade of decline under the former Labor Government.
- Funding delivers on key election commitments to work alongside Queensland's councils and improve the state's local infrastructure.
- The Crisafulli Government is delivering a fresh start for Queensland.
The Crisafulli Government is restoring safety where you live and improving liveability for Logan, Somerset, Western Downs and Townsville communities by delivering $3.29 million for local council projects.
The investment delivers on key election commitments by the Crisafulli Government, ensuring councils have the support they need to provide better public infrastructure and services for residents, after a decade of decline under the former Labor Government.
Funded projects will deliver improved community safety through expanded CCTV networks, and grow local liveability with new park areas, and upgraded playgrounds and facilities, and include:
- Logan City Council – $2 million for a new Underwood Park carpark and associated works.
- Somerset Regional Council – $500,000 for upgrades to Honeywood and Stumer park playgrounds, new Fernvale and Lowood dog parks.
- Western Downs Regional Council – $40,000 for CCTV Security upgrades in Jandowae and Miles.
- Townsville City Council – $750,000 for Riverside Green and Aplins Weir Rotary Park Public Amenities.
Minister for Local Government and Water and Member for Warrego Ann Leahy said the funding demonstrated the Crisafulli Government's commitment to back local councils and deliver for Queenslanders.
"The Crisafulli Government is continuing to deliver for councils and their communities, as promised," Minister Leahy said.
"We know that an important part of empowering councils is ensuring they have the funding support to deliver on local needs.
"That's exactly what this funding will do for Logan, Somerset, Western Downs and Townsville. We're investing in our state's future and ensuring council can deliver the projects their communities really need to thrive."
Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald said this investment in local parks gives communities better places to play, relax and connect.
"Delivering $500,000 in park upgrades across our electorate means families can enjoy safer, more modern and welcoming outdoor spaces within their own neighborhoods," Mr McDonald said.
Member for Callide Bryson Head said delivering $40,000 in CCTV upgrades across Jandowae and Miles was helping improve to restore safety where you live.
"These CCTV upgrades in Western Downs are about strengthening the safety in our towns and supporting local police to keep our communities safe," Mr Head said.
Member for Mundingburra Janelle Poole said the $750,000 upgrade to the public amenities at Riverside Green and Aplins Weir Rotary Parks was giving families modern and accessible facilities they can enjoy for years to come.
"This investment for our local parks will deliver clean, safe and welcoming amenities so residents and visitors can make the most of our beautiful local green space," Ms Poole said.
