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Kedron Brook 20-Year Vision Sets Out Plans For A Healthier, More Resilient Waterway

Brisbane has released a draft 20-year vision to revitalise the Kedron Brook catchment, setting out a long-term direction for a healthier, more resilient waterway and a stronger lifestyle and recreation corridor.

Read: Kedron Brook tops Microplastic Count in QUT Study of Brisbane Creeks

The Kedron Brook Revitalisation Draft Vision follows an initial stage of community engagement in 2025, with the feedback received helping shape the latest proposal alongside detailed technical investigations.

The draft is now back before the community, with residents and visitors being invited to comment on how the waterway and surrounding areas could evolve over the next two decades.

Paths, Crossings, And A More Resilient Brook

For residents who regularly walk, run or cycle beside the Brook, the draft includes several proposed changes to the pathway network. Kedron Brook has about 20km of pathways used by more than 600,000 cyclists and pedestrians each year. The vision proposes upgrades and widening to improve walking, running and cycling connections through the catchment.

Flood-prone sections of bikeway are proposed to be relocated, while safer crossings, more resilient bridges and flood-resilient lighting are among the measures identified for the corridor. The proposals extend beyond paths and transport links. At Grinstead Park, concrete drains are proposed to be replaced with natural waterways, while opportunities have been identified to widen waterway pinch points along Kedron Brook.

The draft also identifies opportunities to strengthen wildlife habitat, improve water quality and restore natural systems, alongside measures aimed at improving the catchment’s resilience to flooding. More shade, seating, drinking fountains, lookouts and additional trees are also included in the vision.

Cr Adrian Schrinner said the proposal was intended to make Kedron Brook an even stronger nature-based destination.

“Our vision is for Kedron Brook to become an even better nature-based destination, with well-lit paths, safer crossings and more resilient bridges, more shade, seating and drinking fountains, new lookouts, and more trees to help create cooler, leafier neighbourhoods.

“While we cannot prevent flooding, we can plan for it. This draft vision will improve flood resilience, restore the natural function of the Brook where possible and protect the natural environment that makes it so special.”

The draft vision describes Kedron Brook as a place where people can walk, ride, play sport, connect with nature and enjoy their local community, while planning for a more flood-resilient landscape.

The proposed measures cover movement and recreation along the waterway, as well as environmental restoration and flood resilience. Any changes would form part of a long-term approach rather than a single construction project.

Have Your Say

Community members can provide feedback on the draft vision through an online survey or by attending one of nine information kiosks being held at locations throughout the catchment.

An upcoming session will be held at Hickey Park in Stafford on Saturday, August 15, from 9am to 11am. Other sessions are scheduled at Teralba Park, Kalinga Park, Dash Street Park, Shaw Estate Park and Grinstead Park throughout August and early September.

Community engagement closes at 11.59pm on Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Read: Stafford’s Next Chapter: A Suburban Shift Along Kedron Brook

The consultation page states that community input will help shape the final Vision. The draft vision and consultation details can be viewed through Brisbane’s Kedron Brook Revitalisation consultation page.

Published 12-August-2026

Kedron Brook tops Microplastic Count in QUT Study of Brisbane Creeks

Kedron Brook, which flows east through Enoggera, Stafford, Grange and Lutwyche before reaching Moreton Bay, carries the highest load of microplastic particles in its sediment of any of the Brisbane creeks examined in a new Queensland University of Technology study.

Read: Stafford’s Next Chapter: A Suburban Shift Along Kedron Brook

The research, published in the journal Environmental Pollution, found a median abundance of roughly 4,400 microplastic items per kilogram of dry sediment in the brook.

The study analysed sediment samples from Kedron Brook, Bulimba Creek, and Enoggera Creek, taking samples at six sites along each waterway, from the upstream headwaters right down to estuarine level, across four sampling periods over the course of a year.

What is driving the load in Kedron Brook?

Photo credit: CC BY-SA 4.0/Q8682/Wikimedia Commons

Lead researcher and QUT PhD candidate Heshani Mudalige, from QUT’s School of Chemistry and Physics, said the brook’s passage through commercial and industrial areas played a central role in driving the microplastic figure up.

Construction activity, single-use plastic disposal, food packaging waste and nearby recreational areas all contribute to elevated levels of polyethylene — the most abundant plastic type found in the brook’s sediment. Stormwater runoff from residential households, sports fields and parks adds further to the load.

The brook’s extensive flat areas, surrounded by impervious surfaces such as roads and car parks, create conditions where microplastics carried by runoff are deposited and retained.

Microplastic levels in Kedron Brook peaked in March, which Ms Mudalige attributed to high-flow conditions during the summer wet season pushing plastic particles into the sediment.

The dominant plastic types found across all three creeks were polyethylene (PE), used widely in packaging, bottles and pipes; polypropylene (PP), common in food containers and sportswear; and polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). Polystyrene (PS) was also present in Kedron Brook’s sediment.

How did the other creeks compare?

Bulimba Creek recorded the second-highest microplastic abundance at approximately 4,100 items per kilogram of dry sediment, with its load peaking in November. Ms Mudalige said Bulimba Creek flows through predominantly residential and commercial areas, with construction and maintenance sites contributing high amounts of PE as well as PP and PMMA, likely sourced from food and consumer packaging, textiles, industrial raw materials and household plastics.

Enoggera Creek recorded the lowest load of the three at approximately 2,800 items per kilogram. The presence of Enoggera Dam was identified as a key factor, with the dam regulating streamflow from upstream and trapping a significant portion of microplastics before they can travel further downstream.

Read: Kedron Brook Set for Major Transformation in Olympic Lead-up

A first step toward quantifying Moreton Bay’s microplastic inputs

Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta, Heshani Mudalige, and Professor Godwin Ayoko (Photo credit: qut.edu.au)

Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta, from QUT’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, described the study as a first step towards quantifying how much plastic pollution reaches Moreton Bay from land via the stormwater pathway. He said heavily urbanised catchments in South East Queensland are significant contributors to that pollution, and that the physical characteristics of a creek, its shape, slope and flow behaviour, determine how microplastics move through it.

Ms Mudalige said the overall findings indicate that seasonal variability exerts a dominant influence on microplastic abundance, while land use and the intensity of human activity in each catchment also shape how much plastic accumulates in the sediment.

Published 25-May-2026

Kedron Brook Driver Appeals For Help After Toyota 86 Race Car Theft

Photo Credit: Emily Caccaviello/Facebook

A young Brisbane race driver’s stolen Toyota 86 remains missing after it was taken from the Stafford/Kedron Brook area, despite an update that a man is believed to be in custody over the theft.

Stafford/Kedron Brook Race Car Search Continues

A young Brisbane race driver is still searching for her Toyota 86 Scholarship Series car after it was stolen with an open trailer from Shand Street in the Stafford/Kedron Brook area.

Emily Caccaviello said the car and trailer were taken between 9pm and 4am. The theft was reported to police, and she has continued appealing for information while the search for the race car remains active.

The open trailer was later recovered in the Greenbank area, but the Toyota 86 itself has not been found. Caccaviello said the car had been sighted around Greenbank and Jimboomba, and she believed it may still be somewhere in that broader area.

The missing car is a matte black Toyota 86 bearing the number 213.

Custody Update In Stolen Toyota 86 Case

Caccaviello said she had been informed that a man had been taken into custody in connection with the theft of her car and others. In a later update, she said she believed the person who stole the trailer with the car on it was in custody, and that she hoped he would provide the car’s whereabouts.

Despite that development, the search has not ended. Caccaviello has continued asking people to watch for anything suspicious and to contact police or reach out with any information.

The case has drawn attention from the racing community, with supporters sharing her appeal and offering messages of concern after the theft.

Trailer Found But Race Car Still Missing

The recovery of the trailer has provided one clear development in the case, but the main search remains focused on the missing race car.

Caccaviello had been competing in the IRC Racing Series at Queensland Raceway while the search for her Toyota 86 continued. Her father, Leon Caccaviello, said the theft had placed significant stress on his daughter, while noting that she had still managed to compete over the weekend.

He also raised concern about scam attempts from people claiming to have the car. The warning adds another difficulty to the search, with the family urging people to focus on genuine information that may help recover the vehicle.

Leon Caccaviello appealed to whoever has the car to return it, saying it could be dropped off at Browns Plains police station with a reward offered and no questions asked. Emily Caccaviello also said a reward would be offered if the car was returned to her or to police.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact police or Emily Caccaviello through her social media channels.

Published 7-May-2026

Kedron on Alert as Invasive Oysters Remain a Biosecurity Concern

An invasive oyster species detected in Kedron Brook is still prompting warnings from authorities, with Biosecurity Queensland continuing to urge residents to report any potential sightings months after the initial alert.

**Suminoe oyster**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

Biosecurity Queensland first called for public reports in early September and is maintaining its request as monitoring of local waterways continues. Officials say community awareness remains essential, particularly in urban creeks where invasive species can be difficult to detect in their early stages.

**Mature Suminoe oyster (left), native Sydney rock oyster (middle), and a juvenile Suminoe oyster (right)**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

What’s been found in Kedron Brook

**The interior shell of the Suminoe oyster has a distinguishable purple to blackish scar.**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

The species involved is the Suminoe oyster, also known as the Chinese river oyster — a non-native species previously identified in Kedron Brook. While it may resemble other oysters, it is a concern because of its ability to spread rapidly and survive in a wide range of conditions, including low salinity and poorer water quality.

**Suminoe oysters grow much faster than native oysters.**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

This adaptability makes urban waterways especially vulnerable. Authorities say the oysters can attach themselves to rocks, concrete, bridge pylons and other hard surfaces, sometimes forming clusters that are easy to overlook unless you know what to look for.

Why authorities remain concerned

Biosecurity Queensland is continuing to seek public reports as part of efforts to track and manage the species.

**These oysters are difficult to identify during their early stages.**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

Invasive oysters can establish quietly and expand over time. Overseas, similar species have been shown to outcompete native shellfish and alter waterways by changing habitat structure and water flow. While the oysters are not known to pose a direct risk to people, their long-term impact on local ecosystems can be significant.

Once an invasive species becomes widespread, eradication becomes extremely difficult — which is why early detection is critical.

What locals are being asked to do

Residents who regularly use Kedron Brook — whether walking, cycling, kayaking or fishing — are encouraged to stay alert. Anyone who notices unfamiliar oysters or shellfish attached to hard surfaces is urged not to touch or remove them.

Instead, Biosecurity Queensland asks people to document what they see and report it through official biosecurity reporting channels. Photos and accurate location details can help authorities identify the species and respond appropriately.

**Anita Wohlsen urges people to report giant oyster findings.**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

Officials warn that well-intentioned attempts to remove oysters can worsen the problem by spreading larvae to new areas.

Community eyes on the creek

Kedron Brook is a valued green corridor through Brisbane’s northern suburbs, used daily by locals and supporting a range of wildlife. Protecting it from invasive species relies not only on government action but also on the people who spend time along the water noticing when something does not look right.

**These invasive oysters are spreading faster than native species.**
Supplied: DPI / Queensland Government

Authorities say public reports have already helped identify invasive species elsewhere, and the same vigilance is now being encouraged along Kedron Brook.

For locals, the message remains clear months after the first alert: enjoy the creek — but if you spot something unusual, report it. Early action could help prevent long-term damage to one of the area’s most important natural assets.

Published 29-December-2025

Stafford’s Next Chapter: A Suburban Shift Along Kedron Brook

Once defined by workshops and traffic-clogged roads, Stafford is emerging as a key site of urban transformation in Brisbane, with plans to reshape the suburb into a thriving, connected community built around Kedron Brook.

A New Vision for Brisbane’s North

A comprehensive redevelopment proposal led by Open Architecture Studio aims to turn Stafford’s overlooked industrial areas into a vibrant mixed-use precinct, blending homes, shops, green spaces, and community hubs. The plan proposes medium- and high-density housing, new dining and retail spaces, and social infrastructure designed to serve a growing population.

The suburb’s transformation centres on “turning Stafford to face the creek,” making Kedron Brook a focal point with new boardwalks, cafes, and public spaces overlooking the water.

The proposal covers a stretch of land about 1.3 kilometres long along the brook, bordered by Shand Street and Gamelin Crescent, incorporating key community assets such as Stafford City Shopping Centre, Bunnings Warehouse, Hoyts Cinemas, and local sports fields.

Plans include a Central Park-style green space, swimming lagoons, and a waterside amphitheatre. Developers cite urban renewal examples like Fish Lane, West Village, and Barangaroo in Sydney as inspiration for how Stafford could evolve.

Stafford — *Photo Credit: Open Architecture Studio*

Community Input and Future Planning

The redevelopment aligns closely with the ongoing Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan, a city-led initiative that seeks public input to shape the future of the brook’s “middle catchment” and surrounding suburbs, including Stafford. The master plan focuses on improving access, enhancing green corridors, and integrating natural spaces with urban growth — goals that overlap with the priorities outlined in the Stafford proposal.

Residents have shown cautious optimism about the changes. Some see the redevelopment as a chance to improve housing diversity and create new public spaces. In contrast, others stress the need for investment in schools, transport, and infrastructure to support a larger population. City planners and developers agree that collaboration between landowners, Council, and the community will be essential for the plan to succeed.

Long-Term Transformation with Local Impact

Although the project is still in its early stages, developers believe the suburb already has the “building blocks” needed for transformation: strong public transport links, concentrated land ownership, and underutilised land along the brook. If key stakeholders support rezoning, initial developments could begin to emerge within the next decade, with full transformation potentially unfolding over more than 20 years.

Urban planners say Stafford is one of several middle-ring suburbs poised to attract significant investment in the coming decades, but they note that not all landowners may be ready to participate. While redevelopment could increase land values, it might also bring higher costs for owners who do not plan to change their property use immediately.

The proposed project aims to redevelop Stafford’s underused spaces into a connected precinct combining public areas, housing, and commercial activity. If realised, the project could significantly reshape Brisbane’s northern suburbs and influence future approaches to suburban growth.

Published 17-Oct-2025

Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan: Consultation Dates Announced for Middle Catchment

Residents in the heart of Brisbane’s northern suburbs are being invited to shape the future of one of the city’s most treasured natural corridors as part of the Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan.

Read: Have Your Say on the 20-Year Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan

Brisbane has launched community engagement for its 20-year plan to revitalise the Kedron Brook catchment—starting with those who live, work or play in the middle catchment suburbs of Kedron, Alderley, Enoggera, Stafford, Kalinga, Lutwyche, Grange, Gordon Park, Wavell Heights, and Wooloowin.

The consultation process kicked off this week with the first community information kiosk at Dash Street Park in Keperra. More pop-up kiosks are scheduled throughout May, giving locals the chance to speak with project officers, share ideas, and help guide the long-term direction of the brook.

Upcoming Information Kiosks in the Middle Catchment:

Grinstead Park, Alderley
Saturday, 10 May 2025 | 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Shaw Estate Park, Wavell Heights
Wednesday, 14 May 2025 | 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Hickey Park, Stafford
Saturday, 24 May 2025 | 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.

Kedron Brook Vision — Kedron Brook middle catchment (Photo credit: BCC)

More dates may be announced in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, local officials say the vision for the Kedron Brook catchment is about more than just maintaining green space—it’s about transforming the area into a vibrant, accessible, and resilient corridor for generations to come.

“At this early stage of community engagement, Council is keen to understand your aspirations and perspectives about where and what we focus on over the next 20 years, to deliver a transformational Vision and Master Plan,” Council wrote.

Residents who are unable to attend a kiosk session are encouraged to provide their feedback online. Feedback will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, 29 June 2025.

Read: Alderley Residents Demand Better Lighting in Grinstead Park

Whether you’re a regular user of the brook’s walking trails, a nearby resident concerned about the environment, or a parent looking for more family-friendly spaces, this is your chance to influence the future of Kedron Brook.

Published 2-May-2025

Have Your Say on the 20-Year Kedron Brook Vision and Master Plan

Local residents are being invited to help shape a long-term vision for one of the city’s most well-loved natural spaces, with community consultation now open on a major plan to revitalise the Kedron Brook catchment.

Read: Kedron Brook Set for Major Transformation in Olympic Lead-up

Stretching 29 kilometres from Ferny Grove to Nudgee, Kedron Brook winds through 14 suburbs and serves as both a natural waterway and a vital green corridor. Whether it’s a place for morning walks, bike rides, or spotting native wildlife, for many locals the brook is part of daily life—and now, they have a chance to help decide its future.

Kedron Brook Vision

Kedron Brook catchment (Photo credit: BCC)

The Kedron Brook Revitalisation Vision and Master Plan is a 20-year, $85 million proposal that aims to protect and improve the catchment while making it more accessible, enjoyable and resilient for generations to come.

Key goals of the project include:

Developing a long-term vision and master plan for the entire catchment
Revitalising creekside areas with new planting and improved water flow
Strengthening the flood resilience of the waterway
Creating more spaces for recreation and relaxation

Four precincts along the brook will be identified for targeted upgrades, and the plan is being shaped in stages, with multiple opportunities for the community and key stakeholders to provide input.

kedron brook — Photo credit: Robert Goh/Google Maps

The current phase—running from April to June 2025—focuses on gathering ideas and feedback from the public. This will inform a draft master plan, to be released for further consultation from mid-2025 to early 2026. The final vision and plan are expected to be completed in the second half of 2026.

While major projects like this often draw attention for their scale, what sets this one apart is the emphasis on everyday voices. Residents, community groups, and local users of the brook are being placed at the heart of the planning process.

Read: Cyclone Alfred Aftermath: North Brisbane Underwater as Kedron Brook Swells

How to Have Your Say

There are two easy ways to get involved and share your thoughts:

Online
Visit the Council’s “Kedron Brook Revitalisation” project page to:

Add location-specific comments on an interactive map
Share your aspirations for the catchment
Complete a short survey

Online feedback closes at 11.59pm on Sunday, 29 June 2025.

In Person
Pop by one of the local information kiosks to speak with the project team:

Thursday 1 May, 3–5pm — Dash Street Park, Keperra
Saturday 10 May, 8–10am — Grinstead Park, Alderley
Wednesday 14 May, 3–5pm — Shaw Estate Park, Wavell Heights
Thursday 15 May, 3–5pm — Teralba Park, Everton Park
Saturday 17 May, 8–10am — Kalinga Park, Clayfield
Saturday 24 May, 8–10am — Hickey Park, Stafford
Sunday 25 May, 9am–3pm — Sustainable BNE Festival, Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane City

Whether you walk it daily or simply love Brisbane’s natural spaces, this is your opportunity to help shape what Kedron Brook will look like in 2045 and beyond.

Published 21-April-2025

Kedron Brook Set for Major Transformation in Olympic Lead-up

Photo Credit: Facebook / Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner

Brisbane City Council is progressing with an $85 million plan for a major transformation of the flood-prone Kedron Brook catchment as part of the city’s preparation for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The Kedron Brook Revitalisation Vision will transform a 110-square kilometre catchment that runs through 14 suburbs from Ferny Grove to Nudgee. Further investigations and technical work are currently underway to examine:

Reinstating vegetation
Bank stabilisation
Creating room for water flow
Developing more spaces for recreation with seating and shade

The project is one of four key leisure and lifestyle destinations that will be revitalised before the 2032 Games, alongside Victoria Park, Oxley Creek, and the Wynnum, Manly and Lota foreshores.

“Brisbane’s natural environment is one of the things that sets us apart from other cities,” LM Adrian Schrinner said. “Our river and creeks are places for both wildlife and people and this will no doubt be part of the unique ‘Brisbane’ experience for people visiting before, during and after the 2032 Games.”

According to James Tuma, managing partner of urban planning consultancy Urbis, Brisbane’s position is unique among Australian capitals due to its climate and relative youth as a city. “Expectations around amenity and the quality of green space and the amount of landscape available to residents is just the standard setting now,” he said. “We’re uniquely positioned in Australia to have this incredible city that is so different to all the other capitals because we can actually grow vegetation almost anywhere we want.”

The Kedron Brook project aligns with the International Olympic Committee’s interest in Brisbane’s natural setting, he noted: “One of the things that the International Olympic Committee are most enamoured by the idea of in 2032, is the natural setting of the city.”

The transformation forms part of what LM Schrinner describes as an “ambitious plan to transform hundreds of hectares of under-utilised parts of Brisbane into an incredible lifestyle destination for everyone.”

Published 19-November-2024

Mystery Surrounds Rescued Puppy Found Adrift with Dog and Cat in Kedron Brook

A puppy, along with a dog and cat, were rescued from the treacherous waters of Kedron Brook after being spotted in distress on a moored boat.

The Rescue

The incident occurred on Saturday night, 8 Nov, after concerned citizens alerted authorities about the puppy’s perilous situation. Brisbane Water Police swiftly responded to the scene and located the small canine clinging to a partially submerged tyre.

Officers carefully retrieved the animals and transported them to an emergency vet clinic in Stafford for immediate medical attention.

The Mystery Deepens

Despite the successful rescue, questions remain unanswered. No one was found on the boat to account for the puppy or the two other animals discovered on board. The RSPCA has taken over the investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure the animals’ well-being.

Rescued Dog Kedron Brook — *Photo Credit: QPS*

The local community has expressed relief and admiration for the efforts of the emergency services. Many have praised the quick thinking of the concerned citizens who reported the incident.

“So thankful these poor animals were saved and shown kindness. Great work and thanks to whoever reported it.”

The rescue has highlighted the importance of community vigilance and responsible pet owners.

Published 13-Nov-2024

Suminoe Oysters Found Infesting Queensland’s Coastal Areas

Did you know that Biosecurity Queensland confirmed the presence of the Suminoe oyster, an invasive oyster species that can grow up to 24 cm, in several of the state’s waterways, including locations around Bribie Island, Kedron Brook, Boggy Creek in Pinkenba, and near the mouth of the Brisbane River?

Read: Transforming Kedron Brook: A Vision for Flood Resilience and Recreation

Also known as Chinese river oysters, the suminoe oysters pose a serious threat to the region’s natural marine environments.

“This marine pest attaches to submerged and floating infrastructure including pylons, pontoons and boats and can occupy shallow waters as well as muddy creeks. It competes with native species for space and may carry exotic diseases and parasites,” Biosecurity Queensland stated.

Photo credit: Queensland Government — A juvenile Suminoe oyster (left), native Sydney rock oyster (middle) and mature Suminoe oyster (right)/Photo credit: Biosecurity Queensland/Facebook

The outer surface of the Suminoe oyster’s shell can exhibit a range of colours, including grey, yellowish-brown, and even purple. In contrast, the inner surface of the shells is smooth and has a greyish-white hue, with purple coloration along the edges.

The Suminoe oyster is known for its rapid growth rate, allowing it to quickly proliferate and displace native oyster populations. It also poses risks to important infrastructure, as the oysters can attach to and foul submerged and floating objects like pylons, pontoons, and boats.

Biosecurity experts are urging the public to be vigilant and report any sightings of the larger-than-normal oysters immediately. Boat owners are also being advised to thoroughly clean and dry their equipment to prevent the further spread of the Suminoe oyster.

Read: New Bridge From Leyton St to Wolverhampton St Takes Center Stage Over Kedron Brook in Stafford

Whilst the Suminoe oysters do not impact the quality of commercially grown oysters, they are not recommended for human consumption.

If you suspect you have spotted the invasive Suminoe oyster, Biosecurity Queensland is urging you to take action. Record the exact location, take a photo if it is safe to do so, and immediately report the sighting by calling 13 25 23.

Published 16-April-2024