This project is now closed. We would like to thank everyone who participated and shared their feedback. While updates will no longer be posted here, you can explore our active initiatives by visiting Shape Your Ipswich.
The Paynes Road Reserve Masterplan has been developed, incorporating community input from the engagement, technical and budget considerations.
See the map below for key Masterplan features or read the Paynes Road Reserve Masterplan – summary of community input.
Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts on this project. We have now reviewed your feedback.
See below for a summary of what you shared with us or read the Community Engagement Report.
This council bushland reserve at 152 Paynes Road, Ebenezer is a natural gem that will soon be accessible for visitors for the first time with exciting upgrades on the way.
Right now, the reserve remains untouched, offering a unique opportunity for community involvement in creating a functional and interesting destination for relaxation, connection and exploration. Council invited the community to help imagine what Paynes Road Reserve could become. Consultation sought feedback on features such as:
Feedback shared will help guide improvements funded through the Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund, which supports projects that deliver social and environmental benefits to the community.
Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts on this project. We have reviewed your feedback.
See a summary below of what you shared with us or read the Community Engagement Report.
The Masterplan has been developed and has incorporated your input, as well as technical and budget considerations. See key features on the hotspot map below or read the Paynes Road Reserve Masterplan – summary of community input.
The project team considered community feedback while developing the Masterplan, investigating community ideas against technical and budget considerations, and incorporating various priorities identified through the community engagement process.
How your feedback influenced the final Masterplan:
✅Changed the proposed dam lookout to a bird hide, based on community feedback.
✅Amendments to proposed trails to create bushwalking ‘loops’, based on community feedback.
✅Addition of resting points along the walking trails, following feedback on improving accessibility.
✅Additon of educational signage, to be reflective of community ideas and suggestions.
✅Development of the area for bus parking on Paynes Road, based on a community idea submitted.
Click on the dots below to learn more about the Masterplan features.
The community was invited to help imagine what Paynes Road Reserve could become. The feedback shared has guided the improvements now being progressed at the reserve, made possible through funding from the Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund.
See a summary of what was shared with us below or read the Community Engagement Report.
Participants consistently expressed a desire to retain the natural character of the reserve and minimise built infrastructure.
Many respondents emphasised the importance of protecting wildlife habitat and avoiding unnecessary disturbance.
There was strong support for low‑impact recreational opportunities, particularly bushwalking, picnics and wildlife observation.
Additional interests included dog walking, mountain biking, horse riding and environmental education.
Toilet facilities, trails, signage and rest points suitable for people with disabilities, older adults and families with prams was mentioned.
Participants referenced other local reserves as positive examples of inclusive design.
Protection of wildlife and habitat emerged as one of the strongest themes. Respondents highlighted the presence of species such koalas and diverse birdlife, as well as Melaleuca irbyana.
Some respondents provided input that the reserve should remain closed as a wildlife sanctuary.
Feedback could be submitted using one of the engagement channels below:
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Ipswich City Council respectfully
acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People of
the Yugara/Yagara Language Group, as custodians of the land and waters we
share. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, as the keepers of
the traditions, customs, cultures and stories of proud peoples.
Phone: (07) 3810 6666
Email: communityengagement@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Postal: PO Box 191, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
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