Redland City Council has a clear vision for the Weinam Creek PDA (Priority Development Area) precinct that responds to the community's needs. Weinam Creek is set to become an exciting and dynamic destination in its own right – as well as an effective transport hub and gateway to the islands.
Redland Investment Corporation is working with Council to develop the Weinam Creek PDA master plan, which will be delivered in stages, and will transform the waterfront of Redland Bay, improve the usability of the transport hub, attract visitors, create jobs and drive economic development in the area.
The master plan includes:
- More open space
- New pedestrian and cycle ways
- Rejuvenation of existing parkland
- More car parks
- Improved drop off and storage facilities for island residents and visitors
- A new boat ramp to separate emergency and public access
- A mix of residential and retail spaces including cafes, restaurants and potential for a medical precinct.
The rejuvenation of Weinam Creek is set to create more than 700 jobs and generate almost $30 million for the local economy, as well as deliver much-needed transport upgrades, community services and local jobs.
Redland Investment Corporation (RIC) on behalf of Council is delivering this catalyst project that will transform Redland Bay into a vibrant waterfront precinct with restaurants, cafes, a supermarket, more parking, new walkways and more open space.
RIC on behalf of Council negotiated a land swap agreement with the State Government that saw land at the ferry terminal transferred to Council. This will form part of the Weinam Creek PDA upgrade. In exchange, Council land on Meissner Street was transferred to Queensland Health to use as the site for the satellite hospital, to further support our island and southern Redlands Coast community.
Stage 1 of the project has already delivered more than 500 new parking spaces at Moores Road, new pathways, and a footbridge connecting to the Marina Ferry Terminal.
Project timeline
On 3 May 2013, Council resolved to apply to the Minister for Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) for a Priority Development Area (PDA) declaration for Weinam Creek.
In June 2013, Weinam Creek was declared a PDA, providing an opportunity to reinforce Weinam Creek as a point of community focus and a regional Gateway to Moreton Bay, with opportunities for a transport hub and waterfront commercial and recreational precinct.
On 22 November 2013, Council resolved to endorse for public notification the proposed development scheme for the Weinam Creek PDA. The public notification and submission period for the Weinam Creek PDA Development Scheme was undertaken from 10 January to 24 February 2014.
On 29 May 2014, the Weinam Creek PDA Development Scheme was approved by the State Government. The Council and EDQ also invited proponents to call for expressions of interest for the development of Weinam Creek.
In December 2015, Walker Group Holdings presented three high-level design concepts to Councillors to gain their feedback on options for the ferry terminal and potential new marina.
On 1 August 2016, Walker Group Holdings submitted its Request for Proposal documents to Council and the State Government for assessment.
On 18 May 2018, Council announced that a decision had been made in conjunction with Walker Group not to proceed with Walker Group's Weinam Creek PDA project proposal.
In June 2018, Council confirmed its commitment to the rejuvenation of the Weinam Creek PDA, announcing plans to develop the site to provide the community infrastructure that the area requires.
In October 2020, Council opened the Moores Road car park delivering 501 additional car spaces to the Weinam Creek PDA precinct.
In January 2021, Council-owned subsidiary Redland Investment Corporation submitted the final draft master plan to Economic Development Queensland for assessment.
On 5 August 2021, a public notification period for the final draft master plan was announced, concluding on 10 September 2021.
On 5 January 2022, the Master Plan was approved by the Minister for State Development.
On 7 January 2022, a negotiated land swap between Council and the State Government was settled. It resulted in land at the ferry terminal being transferred to Council to now form part of the Weinam Creek upgrade; and land on Meissner Street being transferred to Queensland Health to be the site for a satellite hospital.
In December 2021, Council committed to deliver valuable infrastructure within the Weinam Creek PDA. With an estimated investment of $27M, the infrastructure improvements include the Hamilton Street extension, Banana Street civil works and upgrades, a new loop road to decrease traffic congestion, foreshore enhancements, linear park connections and a new recreational boat ramp.
On 5 January 2022, the Master Plan, including the construction of a new recreational boat ramp was approved by the Minister for State Development.
On 7 January 2022, a negotiated land swap between Council and the State Government was partly settled. It resulted in land at the ferry terminal being transferred to Council to now form part of the Weinam Creek upgrade. Land on Meissner Street was transferred to Queensland Health as the site for a new satellite hospital and crown land at the ferry terminal has been freehold to allow the development of the multi-storey car park and retail precinct. The land swap agreement included a negotiated infrastructure agreement with the State Government which outlines when community infrastructure must be completed.
From January 2023, construction of the new Hamilton Street extension commenced. This stage is the first step towards providing vital road infrastructure improvements to the area. Once finalized this stage will transform the northern end of Banana Street into a cul-de-sac and extend Hamilton Street through to the Marina ferry terminal, generating a new loop road for better public access to the terminal, exiting past the Queensland Government’s health facility.
On 9 August 2023, Redland Investment Corporation (RIC), on behalf of Council, announced that expressions of interest (EOI) were open for a joint development partner to deliver the multi-storey car park and retail precinct of the Weinam Creek Priority Development Area. The EOI campaign closed on 21 September 2023. Following a review the EOI proposals, a report was presented to Council for the selection of a development partner. Council will announce the preferred development partner in early 2024
On 10 December 2023, following an extensive freeholding process including Native Title and Cultural Heritage procedures, the crown land at the ferry terminal was transferred to freehold. This site will be the location of the new multi-storey car park and retail precinct for the Weinam Creek PDA redevelopment project.
On 15 December 2023, EDQ approved the operational works for a new temporary car park on Banana Street to support Southern Moreton Bay Island commuter parking after the new recreational boat ramp opens.
Frequently asked questions
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The first stage of the new temporary car park on Banana Street, Redland Bay is open to the public and has provided 25 additional car parks.
The remaining 116 car parks will open to coincide with the new recreational boat ramp. This are planned to be available from 9 September 2024.
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The new modern, 3-lane recreational boat ramp is planned to open from late-September 2024.
The new facility will be available via the Moores Rd car park. The existing boat ramp on the northern-side of Weinam Creek will be closed to the public from 23 September 2024.
The Weinam Creek PDA precinct is a construction zone. Access and parking during the construction period will continue to evolve. It is advised to consider utilising alternative boat ramps during this time, where possible.
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Construction of the new multi-level car park and commercial precinct is planned to commence from late-2025.
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The car park cost would remain the same. If a stand-alone multi-level car park was provided without the commercial amenity (e.g. a supermarket operator), then the car park would need to be funded wholly by Redland City Council ratepayers.
As with similar major place-making projects, the cost is considered too great for rate payers to bear. The retail amenity not only provides better convenience and services for island and local residents, it also assists in funding for the multi-level car park, reducing the burden on rate payers.
Parking for retail and hospitality outlets onsite would be proposed as additional to designated parking for Southern Moreton Bay Island commuters.
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Delivered in stages, the Weinam Creek PDA project will transform the waterfront of Redland Bay, improve the usability of the transport hub, attract visitors, create jobs and drive economic development in the area.
Construction of the commercial precinct is planned to commence from late-2025 and will deliver:
- More car parks, designated to Southern Moreton Bay Island commuters and visitors to the area
- Improved drop off facilities for island residents and visitors
- Activated foreshore with better pedestrian and cycleways for improved connectivity throughout the area
- More open space and family-friendly areas
- Grocery and retail outlets
- Medical and allied health
- Restaurants and cafes
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The redevelopment will deliver a vibrant waterfront precinct that vastly improves the Redland Bay Marina for residents and commuters through better facilities, better roads and better management of the transit zone.
It will be an exciting, iconic, picturesque recreation and shopping destination and improved transport hub connecting Redland Bay to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.
The Marina Redland Bay development delivers improved infrastructure, more tourism dollars, more jobs and more community facilities. It will create an estimated 700 jobs and generate $30 million in local economic activity.
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There will be some disruption during the construction phase of the project. That is unavoidable but only a short-term inconvenience to achieve the long-term benefits. Council will do everything possible to mitigate the disruption and keep residents and commuters informed.
There will be changes. The new Marina Redland Bay will vastly improve the area for local residents through better facilities, better roads and better management of the transit zone. Council are working with local residents to understand any issues and being flexible where possible to accommodate reasonable concerns.
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Council will adopt a realistic and pragmatic attitude to this activity during the construction phase but ultimately the area will need to operate under the same bylaws as other areas of the Redlands. Please continue to monitor changed parking conditions signage while Council delivers this much-needed infrastructure.
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Stage 1 of the Weinam Creek PDA redevelopment project provided over 500 new car parks to the precinct.
Once the project is completed, there will be a minimum of more than 2,200 car parks within the project, with opportunity to add an additional level to the car park facility, if required.
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A proposed management plan for the multi-storey car park is still being finalised. The car park will provide a mix of long-term paid, short-term and disability parking. It will also have provision for car sharing spots, electric charging bays and storage facilities for bikes and scooters. It will be sheltered, secure and provide elevator/disability access to the ferry terminal.
Council are conscious that island residents are seeking clarity on the future cost. We will provide that as soon as is practical. Keep in mind that construction does not start until late-2025. Council needs to ensure the management model is right before committing to costs. Council’s commitment is that the car parking will be charged at an appropriate market rate. We are well aware of the cost implications and the need to keep car parking in the area viable for those who most need it.
Funding and operating model options for the new car park are currently being prepared by Redland Investment Corporation, in conjunction with preferred development partner, Consolidted Properties Group, for Council’s consideration. This information will likely be released in late-2024.
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Yes, free car parking will continue to be available at the Marina Redland Bay at both the Moores Rd car park and on the open-air, ground level, adjacent to the ferry terminal.
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Everything possible is being done to find temporary car spaces to ensure the area remains fully functional when construction of the multi-storey car park starts in 2025. Council are making every effort to compensate for the loss of car parks during works stages.
During the course of the project construction period, car parking will continue to change and evolve.
To support these changes and continue to provide as much parking possible during this inconvenient transition, Council, in partnership with Redland Investment Corporation are working on an alternative car parking solution that will include temporary parking. The first stage of temporary car parking will be available on Banana Street, Redland Bay from December 2023.
Further alternative solutions are currently being finalised as part of an overall temporary parking strategy. Full details will be shared in early 2024 and the strategy will be implemented prior to construction starting on the multi-level car park in 2025.
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Council recognises the importance of providing easy access to disabled car parking, close to the Marina Redland Bay ferry terminal.
Designated disabled car parking will be available to the north of the ferry terminal, within close walking distance. These changes will be made available for the construction of the multi-level car park from 2025.
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Redland Investment Corporation, on behalf of Council continues to work closely with stakeholders of the Weinam Creek PDA project.
Council endeavours to continue to provide designated car share spaces within close proximity to the Marina Redland Bay ferry terminal both prior to and during the construction period so that business as usual operations can be maintained as much as possible.
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Yes. Bus access to and from the Marina Redland Bay ferry terminal will continue throughout construction stages of the Weinam Creek PDA project.
During the later stages of construction for the new loop road, a temporary bus stop will be provided to ensure that bus service operations will not be affected.
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Yes. Disability access friendly designs have been considered with the view to enhance connectivity throughout the Weinam Creek PDA project. Special consideration to maximise disability access to and from the multi-level car park, including elevator access is being included in the final designs.
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Redland City Council has always had a clear vision for the Weinam Creek PDA precinct that responds to the community’s needs.
The approved Weinam Creek masterplan is the result of extensive community consultation and has been designed to create a community precinct, meeting the requirements of the Development Scheme, that was informed by community feedback.
During planning stages for the project, Council identified that to achieve the precinct vision for the community, public-private partnerships, providing retail and residential uses, would be required to help fund the works and reduce cost Redland City Council ratepayers.
Consolidated Properties Group has been announced as the preferred development partner to assist in the delivery of the multi-level car park and retail precinct.
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Environmental enhancements and foreshore rejuvenation are planned throughout the Weinam Creek PDA, including improvements and park upgrades to open space areas including Sel Outridge Park and Neville Stafford Park.
PDA specialist background reports
The following reports include contributions from leading consultants Deicke Richards, Cardno, BAAM Ecological Consultants, FRC environmental, and Engeny in association with Redland City Council and EDQ.
These reports were available for perusal at community consultation forums, and outline the objectives, principles and design ideas that have informed the shape of the Toondah Harbour and Weinam Creek PDA proposed development schemes.
More detailed reports will be prepared by interested investors as the project process continues.
Environmental
Stormwater
Urban design
Traffic engineering
Civil engineering
Economic
- Weinam Creek Market Assessment Report by Jones Lang LaSalle [PDF, 2.0MB]
- Investment in Toondah Harbour and Weinam Creek. Report by NIEIR [PDF, 1.0MB]
More information
- Development applications and approvals within the Weinam Creek PDA availble through EDQ
- Plans for the Weinam Creek redevelopment
- View the Weinam Creek PDA flythrough video of the master plan
Register your interest
- Register to receive information on the progress of the project.