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Lagoon rehabilitation project - City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City

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The rehabilitation works on the lagoon in the City Botanic Gardens are now complete.

The rehabilitation works included:

  • emptying the pond by gradually pumping out and recycling water over the park, vegetation and lawns
  • desilting the lagoon
  • inspecting and repairing cracks
  • trimming invasive tree roots
  • installing a new sand bed and pond liners
  • refilling and treating the water
  • repairing and reinstalling the aeration and fountain system.

Prior to construction and during works, a fauna spotter and catcher was present to spot, catch and relocate aquatic life within the lagoon. Fauna, including the fish, eels and turtles, will return to the lagoon once the environment is ready.

Status
Complete
Category
Park
Timeframe
Early to mid-2025
Location
Brisbane City
Ward
Central Ward
Benefits
  • Improved water quality
  • Reduced water wastage
  • Maintenance of this iconic asset for future generations.

  • Late January 2025: Preparation works.
  • Late April 2025: Start of construction.
  • Late August 2025: Project completion. 

For more information:

  • phone the project team on 07 3178 5413 (8.30am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday)
  • phone Council’s 24-hour Contact Centre on 3403 8888 (after hours)
  • email the project team
  • write to:
    City Projects Office
    Brisbane City Council
    GPO Box 1434
    Brisbane Qld 4001.