SBRC Technical Services Manager James D’Arcy with Cr Kirstie Schumacher, KTP Project and Liaison Officer Kristy Board and Cr Danita Potter at Kingaroy Shoppingworld this week (Photo: SBRC)

August 13, 2021

South Burnett Regional Council’s community consultations on the planned “shared areas” of the Kingaroy Transformation Project (KTP) began this week.

A Council spokesperson said the consultations were an opportunity for residents to see the draft design concepts and talk to the KTP team.

Cr Danita Potter said the attendance had been amazing, leading to productive discussions.

“Day one brought over 40 conversations with different locals, all providing valuable, constructive feedback and genuine support for the KTP,” Cr Potter said.

“I look forward to hearing what each person has to say about the inclusive infrastructure, the cultural elements, the safety considerations and the overall sustainability of these designs for the much-needed rejuvenation of the Kingaroy CBD.”

Cr Kirstie Schumacher said it was an exciting time for the South Burnett.

“It is great to listen and be part of so many positive conversations about the future of our region,” she said.

“I really hope residents take up the opportunity to look at the designs and provide their ideas. These developments are for the benefit of the whole community, so we really need our locals to understand that they have a voice, and we encourage them to share it with us,” she said.

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Community Engagement Sessions

Kingaroy Library

  • Monday, August 23 – 10:00am-11:30am (after “Rhyme Time”)
  • Tuesday, August 23 – noon-12:30pm (after “Bridge Club”)
  • Wednesday, August 25 – 10:30am-11:00am (after “Story Time”)
  • Thursday, August 26 – 10:00am-noon
  • Friday, August 23 – 11:00am-11:30am (after “Crochet Club”)

On-Street Pop-Up (corner Glendon and Alford streets) 

  • Monday, August 23 – 2:30pm-4:30pm – Radio station corner
  • Tuesday, August 24 – 2:30pm-4:30pm – Shoppingworld corner
  • Wednesday, August 25 – 2:30pm-4:30pm – Heart 2 Heart corner
  • Thursday, August 26 – 2:30pm-4:30pm – Prices Plus corner

The full design package is available on the South Burnett Regional Council website or can be downloaded here (23Mb PDF)

Cr Danita Potter chats about the KTP with Kingaroy residents Eric and Joan Ford (Photo: SBRC)

 

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