Judy Holt Park environmental rehabilitation works

• Protect local ecosystems, including Tarradarrapin Creek and Ramsar-listed wetlands.
• Upgrade infrastructure to meet modern environmental standards.
• Expand rugby fields from three to four, improving community and sporting facilities.
• Reduce long-term costs through efficient project delivery.
• Positions Judy Holt Park as a premier sporting venue capable of hosting international, national, and local events.

The project will be completed in one stage to reduce disruption and costs. Crews will work across multiple areas at the same time, ensuring a faster turnaround. This will allow Muddies Rugby Union Club to return to their home fields as soon as possible.

A phased approach was carefully considered; however, it would have significantly extended disruptions, increased costs due to repeated site setup and contractor fees and posed safety risks by working around an active playing field. The single-stage approach ensures work completion sooner while maintaining strict environmental and safety protocols.

Judy Holt Park rehabilitation includes landfill capping, improved drainage, and environmental monitoring to protect both the community and the environment. Council is committed to ensuring safety and compliance throughout the project.

Safety measures are in place to manage potential risks, including:

• Real-time air quality and gas monitoring.
• Controlled access and temporary site closures for public safety.
• Expert oversight to ensure environmental compliance.

On 28 November 2025, the old Muddies Rugby Union Club was demolished to enable rehabilitation works.

A brand-new, two-storey clubhouse will be ready for the Muddies when the project is complete, together with a fourth rugby field as shown in the image below. Final design details are subject to further refinement.

The Muddies are temporarily training at the Judy Holt Cricket Fields, while Muddies Cricket Club and Redlands Dog Obedience Club have adjusted field-sharing. 

Council acknowledges the challenges the transition presents and will continue to work closely with and support all clubs throughout the project.

For club training schedules, relocation details, or field access, contact your club directly:

Muddies Rugby Union Club
Muddies Cricket Club
Redlands Dog Obedience Club

For general project inquiries, contact Redland City Council.

Council will closely monitor progress and provide updates on any timeline changes.

An inspection and maintenance regime is in place, including an Incident Response Plan to manage leachate issues.

Tarradarrapin Creek connects to Ramsar-listed wetlands, crucial for biodiversity, water quality, and flood mitigation. Protecting them is essential for local ecosystems and wildlife.

A Ramsar Wetland is an internationally recognised site under the Ramsar Convention, designated for its ecological importance, biodiversity, or role in supporting threatened species.

The project follows strict environmental guidelines to minimise pollution, reduce leachate migration, and protect the surrounding ecosystems.

Leachate is water that has filters waste in a closed landfill, picking up contaminants. Managing it properly prevents pollution of nearby waterways and land.

Landfill sites in Queensland are monitored under the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and overseen by the Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI).

Council regularly tests groundwater, leachate, surface water, gas emissions, and air quality. Findings guide impact assessments and environmental management strategies.

A Contaminated Land Auditor (CLA) is an independent expert approved by the Queensland Government's Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) to review contamination risks and certify environmental safety measures.