Woodford, it’s time to get pumped!
Published 12 November 2024
To meet community needs, as Woodford’s popularity grows among young families, Ambrose Tilney Park is set for a major $1.8 million upgrade including a new all-ages pump track and playground revamp.
Mayor Peter Flannery said in addition to being a favourite spot for locals, Woodford is a popular day trip destination on weekends and school holidays.
“As City of Moreton Bay’s population grows, Woodford is fast becoming a popular home for young families,” he said.
“We want to ensure the area has the necessary infrastructure to cater to the needs of the community in our city now and in the future
“The upgrades will turn Ambrose Tilney Park into a district level park with an exciting new pump track for all ages and skill levels.
“The upgrade will also expand the existing playground with new equipment and public amenities.”
Cr Tony Latter (Division 12) said he was looking forward to the highly anticipated park upgrade, so families and friends can enjoy themselves and make the most of the outdoors.
“In addition to keeping existing structures and upgrading the existing playground, we’re also creating a new adventure playground, large play tower and slide, swing and accessible spinner and tactile boards.
“We’re also adding shade structures, a new public amenities block, picnic shelters, a BBQ facility and of course, the pump track.
“The pump track will offer a safe, all-ages space where riders can build confidence and enjoy learning to ride their scooters and bikes at their own pace.
“We’ve seen the popularity of other pump tracks in Samford and Kallangur, so we know the heart of Woodford will be the perfect spot for the next one.
“I’d like to thank everyone who gave feedback during the community consultation last year as this has truly helped shape the future of this park.”
City of Moreton Bay has recently awarded a tender for the construction of the Ambrose Tilney Park upgrade.
Construction works are scheduled to begin in early 2025, with completion expected also in 2025, pending weather and unforeseen circumstances.
Access to some parts of the park will be impacted during construction however Council will work with the contractor to minimise disruption wherever possible as the works progress.