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City Notice: Scheduled Works and Public Briefing for Tuesday, Feb 17

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17 February 2026/04:28
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City Notice: Scheduled Works and Public Briefing for Tuesday, Feb 17
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Brisbane City Council Ordinary Meeting

The 4786th meeting of the Brisbane City Council is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, commencing at 1:00 PM in the Council Chamber at City Hall. The agenda includes the confirmation of minutes from previous sessions and a public participation segment featuring a presentation on community engagement regarding the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Residents are invited to observe proceedings from the public gallery or via the official live stream.

Park Infrastructure and Maintenance Upgrades

Several local parks are undergoing essential maintenance and facility upgrades. The following site-specific restrictions are active for Tuesday, 17 February:

  • Bardon: The basketball court at Fletcher Parade Park is closed for comprehensive refurbishment, including the installation of new posts and backboards. Works are scheduled to continue through late February.
  • Toowong: Construction of a new scooter track is currently underway at Perrin Park. The immediate work area is fenced off for safety and remains closed to the public.
  • Kalinga: Upgrade works for the cricket nets at Melrose Park are in progress. The nets, fencing, and surrounding turf are currently unavailable for use.
  • Brookfield: Lighting upgrades near the dog off-leash area at Blackbutt Place Park are ongoing; visitors are advised to avoid marked work zones during daylight hours.
  • Ashgrove: Construction of an electrical compound at Sunset Park continues, with the specific work area restricted to authorized personnel only.

Community Facility and Health Advisories

Public service updates regarding local facilities and regional health alerts include:

  • Ashgrove Library: This facility remains temporarily closed for essential upgrades to the air conditioning system. Services are expected to resume in mid-March 2026.
  • Public Health Alert: Queensland Health maintains an active measles advisory for the North Brisbane region. Residents are urged to ensure their vaccinations are current and to monitor for symptoms following confirmed cases in the metropolitan area.
  • Environmental Alert: A weather advisory for potential severe conditions remains active for D'Aguilar National Park and the Cedar Creek section of Tamborine National Park through February 17. Hikers and campers should verify trail accessibility before departing.

Legal and Traffic Notifications

Important administrative and transport notices for the Tuesday period include:

  • Jury Service: Individuals assigned to Jury Panel B (numbers 64 to 249 inclusive) are required to attend the Supreme and District Courts Brisbane at 9:15 AM sharp on 17 February 2026.
  • Major Roadworks: Motorists should expect changed traffic conditions and potential delays on Ipswich Road in Annerley and South Pine Road in Alderley due to ongoing excavation and infrastructure maintenance.