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Inala Teacher Jessica Neilson-Scott Wins BCE Award for Inclusive Classroom Approach

Inala teacher Jessica Neilson-Scott taught every child in her Year 1 class to sign alongside speech, and the practice has since spread through St Mark’s School in Brisbane.

One student, One Whole Class

It began with a single student. Neilson-Scott saw a child with a lot to offer and wanted to clear any barriers between that student, her and the rest of the class. In 2025, she brought Key Word Sign into her classroom. The approach pairs signs with spoken language, usually for the key words in a sentence, to help children understand, express themselves and join in. It borrows its signs from Auslan but is not a language on its own.

She didn’t just pick it up and go. Neilson-Scott researched the method, completed extra training and leaned on her existing familiarity with Auslan. She also worked with the school’s Student Support Team and the student’s family.

Then came the choice that set her project apart. Instead of limiting the signs to one child, she taught them to her whole class. Her reasoning was simple: more signers would mean more ways for everyone to talk, both with her and with each other.

From One Room to the Playground

Students at St Mark’s use Key Word Sign in classrooms, in the playground and at whole-school events. How did a single Year 1 room make that jump? Principal Allison Malouf points to Neilson-Scott’s ongoing leadership. She works closely with colleagues to build their confidence and helps them bring signing into their own lessons. At school assemblies, she regularly introduces new signs so all students can learn them.

Malouf said this steady exposure has given the school a shared language and strengthened its commitment to inclusion and belonging. She credited Neilson-Scott’s passion and leadership for the way the wider school community has taken the approach on.

A BCE Award for the Work

The effort earned Neilson-Scott the NGS Super Award for Excellence in Learning and Teaching in Primary School. Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) presented the award at its Excellence Awards at Brisbane City Hall on 2026 August 14. Malouf compared her to Saint Mary MacKillop, noting that both are known for stepping in whenever they spot a need.

The Teacher Behind the Signs

Neilson-Scott said she became a teacher to make a difference. For her, the best moments come when a child reaches a learning goal, grows in confidence or feels they belong. She said she is proud that an idea from her own classroom is now helping students across the school make friends, take part with more confidence and feel included.

Outside the classroom, she skips tea and coffee but is happy with a hot chocolate. She likes to travel Australia in a caravan with her family, and she has picked up a taste for overseas trips too, with her family visiting Vietnam and Japan. Back at school, maths games are her favourite way to play with her students. Her teaching partner, Ally Cummins, has worked next door for six years and helped her settle into the early years. What lifts her mood each day? The smiles waiting in her Year 1 room.

Asked why others should consider teaching, Neilson-Scott described it as a fulfilling and rewarding job in which teachers play a big part in young people’s lives.

Teachers’ Day Connection

BCE shared her story as part of its Queensland World Teachers’ Day coverage. This year’s state theme is “teachers change lives.” Families and community members who want to learn more about Key Word Sign can visit Key Word Sign Australia.

Published Date 21-October-2026

HomeCo Richlands Development to Bring New Supermarket and Specialty Shops

Richlands is set to welcome a new shopping destination, with HomeCo Richlands Town Centre bringing a full-line Coles supermarket and specialty retail tenancies to Brisbane’s south-west.

Read: New Supermarket, Retail, Fast Food Development Proposed for Pallara

The development is planned for 159–177 Progress Road, Richlands, with frontage to Progress Road and Acacia Street. HomeCo said it will be a retail destination with a full-line supermarket forming the centre’s main retail anchor.

The proposed Coles supermarket will cover approximately 3,918 square metres, alongside 18 specialty retail tenancies. HomeCo listed food, fresh food operators, services, and leisure providers among the planned retail categories, but does not identify the individual specialty retailers in its website. While grocery shopping will be a major part of the offering, the planned specialty tenancies are intended to provide additional retail and service options.

What the new Richlands shopping centre will include

Six dedicated click-and-collect parking spaces are planned for Coles customers who order groceries online and collect them at the store. The arrangement is intended to accommodate both in-store shopping and online orders.

HomeCo’s Facebook announcement promotes opening celebrations, family activities, community events, specials and giveaways, although it does not specify dates or a detailed program.

Parking and road access among the development’s key features

HomeCo identifies Progress Road and Acacia Street as the centre’s frontage roads and highlights connections to the Centenary and Ipswich motorways. The company said the centre is intended to serve more than 150,000 residents within a five-kilometre radius.

The website listed more than 260 on-grade car spaces, with approximately half expected to be covered by shade sails. The plans also identify access from Progress Road and Acacia Street.

Read: Development Set for New Retail Centre with KFC in Richlands

The planned supermarket, specialty retailers, and on-site parking will add another shopping option to Richlands’ retail offering. The range of services available to residents will depend on the businesses that ultimately occupy the specialty tenancies.

HomeCo has promoted the centre as coming soon, but the project information does not specify a public opening date or detailed launch program. These details, along with announcements naming individual retailers, would give residents a clearer picture of what to expect when the centre opens.

Published 16-October-2026

Pallara Football Club Set For More Playing Space As Sports Park Expands

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St George Willawong FC is set to gain additional playing space at the new Pallara District Sports Park, with all three fields now included in the initial construction plans after the club reportedly had to turn prospective players away.

The expanded facility at 65 Van Dieren Road will accommodate the club’s growing football programs, following a selection process and feedback from more than 300 people about the sporting facilities planned for the area.

A Growing Club With Room To pare

Authorities said St George Willawong FC had been turning players away, although the number of people affected has not been disclosed. The new grounds are intended to provide additional space for the club to accommodate growing participation. Authorities also confirmed that St George Willawong FC had been selected to use the park following a competitive BCC tender process. Several other groups had also expressed interest in using the facility earlier in the year.

The club’s selection comes as plans for the sports park have been expanded beyond the original two-field layout. An area previously reserved for a possible third field will now be developed alongside the other two, rather than being left for a later stage. More than 300 people contributed feedback on the project, according to Mr Adrian Schrinner. Community engagement conducted during 2023 and 2024 helped shape the design, with residents identifying safe and clean facilities, suitable amenities, accessible grounds and adequate parking among their priorities.

Three Fields And A New Gathering Place

Beyond the playing fields, the sports park will include a clubhouse with public amenities, sports lighting, irrigation, on-site parking and a dedicated bus drop-off area. Shared pathways and open green spaces are also part of the design, with land reserved for a future playground and picnic facilities. The grounds are intended to accommodate organised community football, school sport and casual recreational activities. Sports lighting will support evening use, while the clubhouse will provide facilities for players and visitors.

Pallara District Sports Park — *Photo Credit:* *St George Willawong FC*/Facebook

Preparatory works associated with the development were completed in June 2026, following earlier work on roads, footpaths and drainage around Van Dieren Road. Main construction is scheduled to begin in mid-November, with the park expected to open in early 2028. Construction will also bring temporary changes around the site. BCC has advised that the entire park will be fenced and closed while work is underway, with additional vehicle movements, noise and possible stop-go traffic controls along Van Dieren Road.

The development will involve removing up to 11 existing trees, with the work supervised in consultation with a qualified arborist. More than 150 new trees are planned as part of the project. BCC has identified early 2028 as the expected completion period for the new sports park, when St George Willawong FC is due to have access to the additional sporting facilities.

Published 15-October-2026

Inala Road Upgrade Moves Forward After Years of Safety Concerns

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Construction has been announced for the Archerfield Road, Azalea Street and Pine Road intersection upgrade in Inala, bringing a long-awaited road safety project closer to completion after years of community concerns and repeated calls for improvements.

Years of pressure for safer roads

The intersection, located between Inala and Richlands within Forest Lake Ward, has long attracted concerns about traffic congestion, turning movements and pedestrian safety. Residents previously organised a petition calling for traffic lights, adding to pressure for improvements at the busy junction.

Earlier proposals had not progressed to construction. A 2026 Forest Lake Ward infrastructure report identified three previous intersection designs developed over approximately a decade without works proceeding.

The latest project followed community consultation in October 2025, including information sessions at Inala Plaza and Richlands Plaza. Feedback highlighted difficult turning movements, traffic delays and concerns about pedestrian access and construction disruption.

Inala MP Margie Nightingale announced that works commenced on 12 October 2026, with completion expected in late 2027. Brisbane City Council had previously brought forward the construction timetable from early 2027 to late 2026 for the intersection, which carries approximately 22,000 vehicles daily.

Traffic signals and new pedestrian crossings

The final design includes traffic signals, dedicated turning lanes and two northbound lanes intended to reduce queuing. Pedestrian crossings, accessible ramps and new walking and cycling connections are also planned, alongside drainage and underground service upgrades.

Brisbane City Council considered a roundabout but found that traffic signals would better accommodate existing traffic volumes. A roundabout would also require substantially more land.

Almost $6 million committed to intersection works

The Australian Government committed $3 million through its Black Spot Program, which funds improvements at locations identified as road safety risks. Brisbane City Council committed a further $2,921,500, bringing the announced funding contributions to approximately $5.92 million.

The federally supported works include traffic signals, drainage and lighting improvements. The project was recommended through the Queensland Black Spot Consultative Panel under the 2026–27 funding round.

Traffic delays and night works expected

According to Nightingale’s construction announcement, motorists may experience reduced speed limits, changed traffic conditions and delays while works are underway. Some night works are also expected, although specific lane closure and diversion dates were not listed on Council’s main project page as of 13 October.

The project also includes relocating or upgrading underground water, electrical and communications infrastructure. Council’s August 2026 update confirmed that construction had been scheduled for late 2026, with completion expected in late 2027.

Published 13-Oct-2026

Forest Lake Girl Guides Celebrate 25 Years of Friendship and Community Spirit

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Forest Lake Girl Guides have celebrated their 25th birthday, bringing together members, families, volunteer leaders and supporters to recognise a quarter-century of friendship, learning and shared experiences.

Over the past 25 years, the group has provided girls with opportunities to build confidence, develop leadership skills and make friends through guiding activities. The anniversary also recognised the volunteers and families who have supported the group along the way.

A Birthday Filled With Games And Memories

A free family celebration was advertised for Sunday 27 September 2026 at Forest Lake Sports Fields, with a program of activities planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The birthday program offered something for different age groups, from traditional games of pass the parcel to a jumping castle, climbing wall and face painting. Children could also look forward to decorating biscuits, making mini s’mores, trying tandem skiing and joining in giant games.

Forest Lake Girl Guides — Photo Credit: CrCharlesStrunk/Facebook

Among the planned attractions was a nostalgia table featuring photographs from the group’s past, giving the anniversary a connection to its earlier years. A gymnastics activity, Guide mascot photo opportunity and State Emergency Service display were also included in the program. The celebrations were scheduled to include a sausage sizzle, with the official birthday cake cutting and birthday wishes planned for 1.30 p.m. A raffle draw was set for 2 p.m. to close the afternoon’s activities.

Celebrating The People Who Make Guiding Possible

Behind the birthday festivities were 25 years of opportunities for girls to learn, take on challenges and build friendships, with volunteer leaders playing an important role in the group’s activities. M Margie Nightingale and Mr Charles Strunk attended the anniversary celebration and recognised the contribution of the Guides, their leaders, families and supporters.

25th anniversary — Photo Credit: CrCharlesStrunk/Facebook

Ms Nightingale acknowledged the group’s work in encouraging confidence, leadership and community participation among young girls. Mr Strunk also recognised the commitment of volunteers who continue to provide learning experiences and activities for members.

Girl Guides Queensland’s broader program encourages girls to help plan their own activities, make decisions and work towards personal goals. Guiding opportunities across the state include camping, outdoor adventures, science and technology activities, and community involvement, supported by trained volunteers.

The Forest Lake anniversary was also accompanied by an invitation for more girls to experience guiding, with a three-week free trial advertised for prospective members. Further enquiries about Forest Lake Girl Guides can be directed to ForestlakeDM@guidesqld.org.

Published 7-October-2026

New 50-Metre Pool Takes Shape at St John’s Anglican College

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Ten lanes, 50 metres and seating for about 688 spectators are all part of the new pool being built at St John’s Anglican College in Forest Lake.

The pool is only half the story. Next to it, the college is finishing a Senior School Precinct, a separate build with its own job to do. The college says both projects were planned with the future in mind and are meant to serve students for generations.

Where Little Swimmers Begin

St John's Anglican College — *Photo Credit:* *St John’s Anglican College*

Every swimmer needs a first lesson, and the Senior School Precinct has a spot for it. The building includes an indoor Learn to Swim Centre on the lower ground floor. Its program pool measures 18 metres by nine metres and is heated to 33 degrees Celsius. The college says the pool was designed for teaching young swimmers. A ramp makes getting in easier, and the water is treated with low-salt chlorination, automatic pH correction and UV sanitation, which the college says keeps conditions comfortable. The centre is meant to be a place where children can start building confidence in the water.

Built for Carnival Days

The outdoor pool is planned at two metres deep from end to end. A swimwall worked by air pressure will sit across the middle, so staff can split the pool for different programs or set it up for a meet. A covered grandstand will seat about 688 people, and standing room will lift the crowd limit to roughly 850.

Visiting teams are part of the plan, too. Four changing rooms will be shared between home and away students, and a covered marshalling area of about 170 square metres will give swimmers a place to line up before races. The site also includes an outdoor learning area and storage for pool gear. Below pool level, a new maintenance hub will hold workshops, storage, offices, meeting rooms and amenities.

Classrooms that Move

Senior students get a building of their own. A bright, two-storey atrium sits at its centre, with eight general learning areas around it. Walls can be moved. Upstairs, rooms can merge into one big hall for exams or year-level gatherings. Classrooms have 86-inch interactive screens, and there is a separate space for teaching and hybrid meetings.

Furnished break-out areas give students somewhere to work on their own. The building also has locker rooms, staff facilities, meeting rooms and an office for the Head of Senior School. It links straight into the existing Sports Centre, and a longer roof over the terrace facing the oval keeps more of the weather off.

Saving Water and Making Power

Rain and sun are part of the plan. A 500,000-litre tank beneath the pool concourse will connect to the irrigation system for the college oval. On the energy side, the development will support an extra 300kW of solar generation and 100kW of battery storage, both meant to help heat the pool.

What Happened to the Trees?

Building the Aquatic Centre meant clearing trees with approval. Brisbane City Council then required replacement planting, but the campus did not have room for that many new trees. So the college contributed to the council planting them somewhere else. The college says this work supports the rehabilitation of koala habitat in South East Queensland.

Funding Support

The college says the Queensland Independent Schools Block Grant Authority supported the Senior School Precinct through funding it administers. It also says the Queensland Government, through the authority’s External Infrastructure Subsidy Scheme, provided financial assistance towards environmental works linked to the Aquatic Centre.

For a child at St John’s, the plan points to a clear path, from a first swimming lesson to a lane on race day.

Published Date 30-September-2026

Family Seeks More Than $1m Over Forest Lake Boy’s Pool Death

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The family of a three-year-old boy who died after being found in the backyard pool of his Forest Lake rental home is seeking more than $1 million in damages from the property owners.

The boy was found in the pool in 2022 and taken to hospital, where he died 10 days later. His family has since launched legal action against property owners, alleging problems with the pool barrier had been raised before the drowning.

Family alleges repeated repair requests

The family’s statement of claim alleges the pool gate latches did not close properly, sections of barrier fencing were loose, and doors and windows providing access to the pool area were defective. The family alleges repeated requests were made for the problems to be repaired because young children lived at the property.

The boy’s then-15-year-old uncle found him in the pool, the aunt said in her account. The family believed the boy may have gained access through the gate.

The family’s solicitor said the mother’s case alleges the owners had been made aware of problems with the pool and surrounding barriers before the drowning. The allegations have not been determined by a court. The owners are expected to defend the action but declined to comment when news outlets approached about the claim.

Queensland rules put focus on barriers

Queensland pool safety requirements place ongoing responsibilities on property owners. Pool barriers must be maintained and damaged barriers repaired, while owners are generally responsible for ensuring they comply with the applicable safety standard.

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission says pool gates must open away from the pool, self-close and self-latch from any open position. QBCC also advises owners to check that a closed latch cannot be pulled, pushed or jiggled open. Pool safety requirements also apply to windows that provide direct access to a pool area, with restrictions on how far some windows can open.

No court finding has established that the barrier at the Forest Lake property failed to comply with those requirements.

Rental homes carry added responsibilities

For rental homes with pools, the Residential Tenancies Authority says property owners must ensure their properties comply with health and safety laws, including pool safety requirements. Owners and property managers are also responsible for keeping pools and their fixtures in good condition.

Tenants must keep the pool area secure, report repair or maintenance problems in a timely manner and keep gates and doors providing access to the pool securely closed. QBCC also advises tenants to report unsafe pool fencing to their landlord.

Owners leasing a property with a pool must also meet pool safety certificate requirements. The RTA says owners must obtain a certificate from a licensed pool safety inspector and provide a copy with the tenancy agreement, while certificate details can be checked through Queensland’s pool safety register.

Unsafe fencing can be reported

Brisbane residents concerned about inadequate pool fencing can report the issue to Brisbane City Council. Council accepts complaints about inadequate pool fencing and may contact the property owner about a reported safety issue.

Published 29-Sept-2026

Footpaths, Buses and Roads Drive Growing Pallara Petition

A push for better pedestrian links, public transport and roads in rapidly growing Pallara has gathered 323 signatures, more than doubling the support recorded in the first days of the campaign.

Ms Emily Kim launched the BCC e-petition seeking a package of infrastructure and service improvements, including a school footpath, additional bus stops, road upgrades and a permanent library. The petition states Pallara has more than 7,000 residents and has doubled in population within a few years.

Two Campuses, One Missing Pedestrian Link

School access sits prominently among the requests. Pallara State School operates across two campuses that the petition says are more than two kilometres apart, with a complete footpath connection sought between the sites.

Public transport is another focus. The petition calls for additional bus stops to reduce long walks to services, along with route changes and improved frequency to cater for the area’s growing population.

Pallara infrastructure petition — *Photo Credit: Google Maps*

Concerns about bus access have also appeared in BCC’s new bus network material, which recorded feedback seeking greater coverage in Pallara, additional stops along Ritchie Road and better frequency and operating hours on Route 126, particularly at weekends. Support for the petition has grown since its launch. An earlier update recorded 137 signatures, while the council’s e-petition page subsequently showed 323.

Ritchie Road Joins The Priority List

Road improvements make up another major part of the petition, with priority sought for the nominated Stage 3 widening of Ritchie Road. The petition also calls for traffic signals at the Gooderham Road and Ritchie Road intersection and a review of other major intersections along the corridor for possible future safety upgrades.

Calamvale Ward — *Photo Credit:* CrEmilyKim/Facebook

BCC planning documents separately identify continuing work around Ritchie Road. A March 2026 BCC submission described the Stage 2 upgrade as major transport infrastructure supporting residential development and access to Pallara State School, with detailed design complete and an estimated cost of about $50 million at that stage.

local infrastructure — *Photo Credit: Google Maps*

The requests come as other facilities continue to develop in Pallara. BCC has plans to progress the Pallara District Sports Park, where early works are under way ahead of construction expected to begin from late 2026, subject to weather and approvals.

Permanent Library Sought For Growing Area

A permanent library is also included in the petition. Pallara currently has access to pop-up library activities at Pallara Park, including children’s storytime sessions, while the petition calls for a permanent and accessible facility.

The petition states Calamvale Ward has more than 36,000 residents and does not have a permanent Brisbane City Council library. It also says library staffing across the ward has fallen by 21 per cent since 2021.

Footpaths, public transport, Ritchie Road improvements and a permanent library remain the central requests as signatures continue to be collected. The e-petition remains open until 28 February 2027.

Published 29-September-2026

Why This 14-Home Inala Project Keeps Attracting Awards

A 14-home social housing development in Inala has picked up another major accolade, with the Inala Infill Apartments receiving the 2026 Malcolm Middleton Award for Housing Innovation.

Read: Inala Social Housing Secures Top Honours at City Awards

The project was also named Project of the Year at the 2026 Greater Brisbane Regional Architecture Awards, adding to recognition for its design, climate response, and construction approach.

A Small Project With Several Standout Features

Photo credit: Christopher Frederick Jones/Department of Housing and Public Works

The Inala Infill Apartments comprise four two-storey buildings, with a mixture of apartment types arranged across the site. Multiple entry points distribute pedestrian activity along the site frontages, while street-facing balconies encourage interaction and provide views towards the street.

The design also responds to its surroundings through its materials and landscaping. A perforated brick façade faces the high street, while lighter materials are used towards the residential side street and rear gardens. Open space and deep planting are intended to provide shade and cool the site’s microclimate.

Climate-responsive design is another defining feature. The Housing and Public Works Department has highlighted landscaping, shaded spaces and vertical gardens as features that create a cooler, greener environment, while wide breezeways promote natural ventilation and cooling.

Each home has its own outdoor space, including private front gardens, with pathways designed to accommodate wheelchairs and walkers. Balconies and openings allow light and airflow, with the Department noting that opening doors and windows allows airflow through the apartments.

These features have been recognised across several awards received by the project. In 2025, the development received a commendation at the Planning Institute Australia Awards for Planning Excellence in the Great Place category. In 2026, it was named Project of the Year at the Greater Brisbane Regional Architecture Awards and received commendations for the Lord Mayor’s Brisbane Buildings That Breathe Architecture Prize and Residential Architecture, Multiple Housing category.

Construction Is Part Of The Story

Another significant part of the project is its construction method. The apartments use cross-laminated timber, or CLT, with the material prefabricated off site before being installed at Inala. The Housing and Public Works reported that the floors were installed in six hours, while the roof took a day and a half.

The Malcolm Middleton Award specifically recognised the use of CLT as a demonstration of the efficiency, durability and cost-effectiveness of modern construction.

The award citation also recognised the project’s climatically responsive homes and its contribution to the character of an established high street. The four-building arrangement, deep planting and changing architectural language across different sides of the site were also highlighted.

The project team comprised Baber Studio, Kane Construction, Free-Range Landscape Architects, Aecom, Arup, Tonkin, XLAM, Wood Solutions, Walker Bai and Westera Partners.

Taken together, the award citations point to a project being recognised across several areas rather than for a single architectural feature. Climate-responsive design, landscaping, social housing, prefabricated construction and the use of CLT all form part of the story.

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For Inala, the result is a 14-home social housing project that has now received recognition at both regional architecture and Queensland housing-design award levels, with the latest accolade reinforcing the attention its design and construction approach have attracted.

Published 22-September-2026

Heathwood Pushes for Eastbound Bus Stop Near Johnson Road

A missing eastbound bus stop on Johnson Road in Heathwood leaves students and commuters without a corresponding boarding point near Dickman Road, and a petition notes that one alternative is a bridge with no footpath.

The petition, posted on 28 August 2026 and open until 17 November, seeks a new eastbound stop opposite existing stop 320037. It identifies students travelling to Pallara State School and residents heading towards Grand Plaza among those affected.

One Direction Has a Stop, the Other Does Not

Translink records show stop 320037 at Johnson Road near Dickman Road serves Route 534 towards Springfield Central. The petition says there is no corresponding eastbound stop at the same location.

Passengers travelling towards Browns Plains can instead board Route 534 at Johnson Road near Paradise Road, where stop 312469 serves eastbound services.

On westbound Route 534 services, the Paradise Road and Dickman Road stops are scheduled about one minute apart. The petition says the walking options between the two sides of Johnson Road are less direct.

Petition Points to a Bridge Without a Footpath

The petition says Forestdale residents travelling eastbound may need to arrange other transport, travel to another stop and double back, or cross the Johnson Road bridge. Yet the bridge has no footpath.

No footpath on Johnson Bridge
Photo Credit: Google Maps

Petitioners are asking for an eastbound stop opposite 320037 and any pedestrian safety works needed at the site. They also state that land is available near the existing stop and that a footpath is already present in the vicinity.

Heathwood Already Sits on the School Bus Network

Public transport links between Heathwood and Pallara State School already operate elsewhere in the network.

Translink lists Route 803 as a school service between Heathwood Estate and Pallara State School, while Route 804 runs between Pallara and the school via Heathwood. Both are designated school-only services.

Pallara State School operates under a School Enrolment Management Plan because of enrolment capacity and growth. The plan, gazetted on 4 September 2026, gives the school a maximum enrolment capacity of 1,607 students and limits out-of-catchment enrolments where needed to preserve places for local children.

Walking Access Is Part of Bus Stop Infrastructure

Published Transport and Main Roads material identifies pedestrian connections as part of accessible bus stop infrastructure.

Under its Passenger Transport Accessible Infrastructure Program, TMR says funding to councils can include footpath connections between bus stops and passengers’ onward journeys, along with boarding platforms, signage and other accessibility works.

The petition remains open until 17 November 2026. As of press time, Parliament’s current petitions register listed 218 signatures.

Published 18-Sept-2026