Natural Resources and Environment
Shade for playgrounds, upgrades to amenities and protection of the coastline are some of the essentials being delivered through Bundaberg Regional Council’s 2025/26 Budget.
Natural Resources and Environment portfolio spokesperson Cr Jason Bartels said this financial year Council was committed to future-proofing open spaces and improving public access and amenities for the community.
“Our parks, beaches and wetlands are part of what makes the Bundaberg Region such a great place to live and visit,” Cr Bartels said.
“These budgeted projects are about protecting those spaces from future environmental impacts while ensuring they continue to be welcoming and accessible for everyone.”
Key initiatives in the 2025/26 Budget include:
Nielson Park revitalisation (Stage 1): Work will continue on upgrading the amenities block, improving visitor experiences at one of the region’s most popular beachfronts. This project will be partly funded through the Infrastructure and Inclusion Facilities.
Shade structure program: With assistance from Works for Queensland funding, Council will continue installing shade structures across playgrounds region-wide, enhancing sun safety for children and families.
Moore Park Beach wetlands boardwalk replacement: Work to fix the aging Moore Park Beach wetlands boardwalk will begin, ensuring safe and sustainable access to this unique natural habitat.
Woodgate SEMP (Shoreline Erosion Management Plan): Fully funded under the Works for Queensland 2024-2027 program, Council will undertake a detailed business case for future works to complement the rock revetment and sand nourishment works already completed. This will include a review of coastal processes since the SEMP was first developed in 2018 and additional community consultation.
Cr Bartels said these projects reflected the region’s proactive approach to keeping natural areas maintained now and into the future.
“We’re thinking not just about today, but about the next generation,” he said.
“By investing in erosion management, park improvements and environmental planning, we’re ensuring that our children and grandchildren will be able to enjoy the same beautiful natural spaces that we do.”
Find out more about the 2025/26 Budget here: Budget | Bundaberg Regional Council
