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Nundah Retail Plans Move Ahead For Former Toombul Shopping Centre Site

The former Toombul Shopping Centre site in Nundah is moving closer to redevelopment, with Irvine Group progressing plans for a staged mixed-use precinct at 1015 Sandgate Road.

The first development application is expected to be lodged in late July 2026, covering the initial retail stage of the project. That first stage is anticipated to include a department store, grocery store, food court and specialty retail tenancies.

The proposal marks the clearest step so far towards returning retail activity to the former shopping centre site, which has remained vacant after flood damage and demolition. No architectural concept plans have been publicly released.

Project representatives are working on an assumed assessment period of about six months from lodgement to approval. If that process proceeds as hoped, construction works are being targeted for April 2027.

Toombul Shopping Centre Site Set For Staged Renewal

The redevelopment is planned as a multi-stage mixed-use precinct, with retail forming the first stage.

Future stages are expected after 2026 and are planned to include further retail extensions and residential development. Current planning is understood to include four to five residential towers, with early planning referring to an approximate range of eight to ten storeys.

The residential component remains subject to ongoing design work. Possible short-term accommodation use has also been identified for later stages, but the final mix has not been confirmed.

retail redevelopment — Caption: The former Toombul Shopping Centre site (2005).
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Green Space Planned Along Kedron Brook

A significant part of the wider plan is the inclusion of landscaped green space along Kedron Brook, which fronts the site.

The open space is intended to connect with the creek-side parkland network and improve pedestrian movement through the precinct. It is also planned to form part of the early-stage works connected with the retail component.

The green space proposal adds another layer to the redevelopment, which is being shaped around retail, future residential uses and improved movement through the former shopping centre land.

Long-Empty Site Remains A Local Focus

Toombul Shopping Centre was established in 1967 and became a major retail destination for the surrounding area. After major flood damage in 2022, the centre closed and was later demolished.

Its absence has left a gap in local retail services, with community discussion continuing around what should return to the site. Much of that discussion has centred on the size of the future retail offer, flood resilience, parking, traffic, residential height and the need for everyday services such as supermarkets and essential shops.

Irvine Group acquired the site from Mirvac, with earlier plans already pointing to a retail-led mixed-use future for the land. The latest update now gives a clearer indication of the first stage, with the return of retail and grocery uses forming the immediate focus.

The next key step is the expected lodgement of the first retail-stage development application in late July 2026. The project remains in planning, but the former Toombul Shopping Centre site is now moving towards a defined redevelopment path after years of uncertainty.

Published 7-May-2026

Shape Kedron Brook for the Next 20 Years: Input Sought from Banyo Community

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Residents across the city, including those in Banyo and nearby areas, are being asked for ideas on a 20-year plan to improve Kedron Brook by boosting flood protection and enhancing community spaces and lifestyle.

Planning for the Brook’s Future

Council has started early community talks for the Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan. This long-term project aims to revitalise the well-loved waterway and its surrounding areas over the next two decades.

Key goals include making the area more resilient to floods and improving the liveability and lifestyle of residents using the brook. Council sources are keen to understand what the community wants to see happen over the next 20 years to help create a transformative plan for the Kedron Brook catchment area.

How Residents Can Share Their Views

People can share their thoughts and ideas to help shape the plan. Feedback can be given online through the Council website by completing a survey or by using an interactive map to place pins with comments about specific locations along the brook.

Residents can also speak directly with the project team by attending planned information kiosks in local parks. Feedback is being collected until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025.

Upcoming Community Session

The first information kiosk is scheduled soon for those wanting to learn more in person. Council staff will be available to chat and answer questions at Dash Street Park in Keperra on Thursday, 1 May, between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. More details about this session and any future events can be found by searching ‘Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan’ on the Council website or by phoning the Council directly.

Areas Included in the Vision

The plan covers the entire Kedron Brook area, from its beginnings to where it meets Moreton Bay. The upper catchment includes suburbs like Upper Kedron, Keperra, Ferny Grove, Mitchelton, Arana Hills, Ferny Hills, Everton Park, and Everton Hills.

The middle section, which is largely developed with homes, businesses, and industry, includes Alderley, Enoggera, Gordon Park, Grange, Kalinga, Kedron, Lutwyche, Stafford, Wavell Heights, and Wooloowin. This part also features regional parks and popular bikeways between Webster Road and Sandgate Road.

Further downstream, the lower catchment area includes communities such as Banyo, Clayfield, Hendra, Northgate, and Nundah. This section features heritage areas, established industries, the Brisbane Airport, and ends in an engineered channel next to the Boondall Wetlands flowing into Moreton Bay.

Next Steps for the Plan

Council has indicated that all community contributions will be considered alongside technical studies and Council requirements. This combined information will help prepare a draft version of the Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan for the future.

Published Date 05-May-2025

Suminoe Oysters Pest Alert: Invasive Species Detected in Pinkenba & Surrounding SEQ Waterways

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Biosecurity Queensland has discovered Suminoe oysters (Magallana ariakensis) in Moreton Bay and several Brisbane waterways, including Pinkenba and Kedron Brook. This marks the first known presence of the species in Australia.

The Suminoe oysters were first spotted in 2023, with its presence confirmed at locales such as Bribie Island, Boggy Creek, Kedron Brook and Pinkenba, near the Brisbane River’s mouth.

Impact and Characteristics

According to Michael Reid, Queensland’s acting chief biosecurity officer, the Suminoe oyster poses a significant threat to local ecosystems and industries. As a highly invasive species, it not only competes with indigenous oyster populations but can also displace native oysters, severely impacting commercial oyster culture.

This large rock oyster species is fast-growing and can be found in both submerged and floating structures, such as pylons and boats. It typically thrives in disturbed habitats, including shallow subtidal sites and the muddy creeks of warm estuaries, by fouling these structures.

The Queensland Oyster Growers Association, in collaboration with Biosecurity Queensland, is taking steps to mitigate potential impacts on both the environment and the oyster industry.

Although invasive species are present, the quality and supply of commercial oysters in Moreton Bay have not been affected. Oyster production in Queensland is considered safe for consumption.

However, invasive species can foul infrastructure and adapt to disturbed habitats, which highlights the importance of detecting and reporting them early to protect Queensland’s natural environment.

Community Call to Action

Mr Reid is urging the Queensland community, especially those who are involved in fishing, boating, and recreational water activities, to remain vigilant and report any suspected sightings of the Suminoe oyster to Biosecurity Queensland.

Watercraft owners are encouraged to thoroughly inspect, clean, and dry their equipment to prevent the spread of this species. The community’s compliance with these guidelines plays a vital role in protecting Queensland’s biosecurity and ensuring the safeguarding of its waterways and marine life.

Published 5-April-2024

Inside Ferns On The Brook, The New Neighbourhood In Nundah

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Did you know that a new neighbourhood is coming to Nundah? Ferns on the Brook, a community of luxury two- and three-storey townhouses will soon rise in a prime location adjacent to Kedron Brook.

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Located at 77 Walkers Way, Nundah, the townhouse development is ideally positioned close to shops, cafes, restaurants, parks, and medical centres. With frontages to Bishop Park and Kedron Brook waterways and parklands, it will be easy for residents to maintain their fitness in this exercise-friendly neighbourhood.

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Designed by Ellivo Architects, Ferns on the Brook features a sophisticated design for luxurious living, offering natural light and inviting hues throughout the spaces. It comes with sophisticated calming natural palette including timber and stone materials plus top-of-the-range appliances.

“The variety of the floor plans offered across these 30 terrace homes provide flexibility for whatever life stage you are in. Starting out, blended families, or downsizing but need additional rooms, Ferns on the Brook will provide exceptional choices for all owner-occupiers,” the Dennis Family, the developers of the complex stated.

“At 220sqm, it is suitable for a large growing family, and all rooms are generously sized and tastefully appointed. With a balcony at front and rear there is an excellent flow of air and an abundance of natural light flooding the living area; architecturally designed to fully maximise comfort,” the developers added.

Dennis Family (Photo credit: https://denniscorp.com.au/)

The units at Ferns on the Brook, which come with a price range of $680,000 to $799,000 have already been sold out. Construction is expected to start in mid-2021.

Ferns on the Brook adds to the Dennis Family’s growing portfolio of developments in Queensland, which includes Archer’s Way in the Moreton Bay Region, Summerlin in Banyo, and Tide Residences in Sunshine Coast.