General News
3 September, 2025
Northern lakes precinct upgrade underway
THE redevelopment of the Bicentennial Lakes area is progressing, with the council now turning its attention to the northern parts of the recreational precinct to get new works underway.
The upgrade is aimed at improving the northern lakes water quality and the safety, functionality, accessibility and amenity of the parklands surrounding it.
The northern lake, which is located between Keeble Street and Granite Creek, provides an open space recreational area for the residents and visitors with established trees, grassy open spaces, footpaths, and a waterway backdrop.
But soon the area will have much-needed amenities including a viewing deck on the lake’s edge with an interpretive information node featuring educational information and maps, and a new on-street carpark on the northern side of Keeble Street.
Other works include:
Reshaping of the top northern lake, narrowing it to remove stagnant areas and maximise the capacity of the freshwater flow, reducing areas where sediment and nutrients can deposit to improve the water quality and self-sustainability of the eco system.
New footpaths for pedestrian connectivity on the eastern side of the lake and replacement of existing paver footpath sections with concrete footpaths to improve usability.
Installation of three picnic shelters, seven park benches, a litter bin and drinking fountain.
Solar footpath lighting similar to the southern lakes precinct.
Some ground surface reprofiling and drainage works.
Preliminary works have begun on the project which is expected to be completed by December this year.
The council has completed the southern section of the Bicentennial Lakes upgrade, establishing a new playground featuring a big flying fox, a swing set and slides, as well as picnic shelters, tables, bins, a drinking fountain, a new pump track, bike racks and seating.
A new toilet block was also constructed, featuring a stunning mural, as well as pathways, freshly laid turf and new gardens.
