What’s Happening?
Redland City Council is a successful applicant under Queensland’s Zero Litter to the Bay Program. Council will deliver its Stormwater Filtration Device Upgrade and Rectification Program across the Redlands.
The work will improve local stormwater filtration and stop rubbish before it enters Moreton Bay.
Funding followed a competitive assessment and forms part of the Zero Litter to the Bay by 2030 program.
Why It Matters
Stormwater can carry litter from streets and public areas into local waterways and the bay.
Improved filtration will help protect turtles, dolphins, seabirds, seagrass, mangroves and other marine habitats.
The funding also allows Redland City Council to rectify existing devices requiring work.
By the Numbers
- Redland City Council will receive $9.5 million for its stormwater filtration upgrade and rectification program.
- The Queensland Government awarded $35 million to councils across the Moreton Bay catchment.
- Funded projects will deliver 552 new and upgraded devices, removing more than 6,000 wheelie bins of litter annually.
Local Impact
Redlands waterways connect directly with Moreton Bay, making stormwater filtration an important barrier against litter.
The project will target rubbish travelling through local drainage systems before it reaches sensitive marine areas. It also gives council dedicated funding to improve existing filtration infrastructure across the city.
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Environment and Tourism Minister Andrew Powell said the funding delivered the government’s election commitment through practical action.
“We said we’d back local councils with practical funding to stop litter before it reached the Bay, and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” Mr Powell said. “Every piece of litter we stop before it reaches Moreton Bay is a win for the turtles, dolphins, seabirds and the unique marine habitats that make this place so special. We’re getting on with the job of delivering for Queensland by backing local communities, protecting our environment and making sure future generations inherit a cleaner Moreton Bay.”
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The wider program also covers Brisbane, City of Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast, Logan and Gold Coast councils.
Member for Redcliffe Kerri-Anne Dooley said the funding would protect waterways and marine environments valued by local communities.
“This is fantastic news for Moreton Bay and a great example of the Crisafulli Government delivering on its commitments,” Ms Dooley said. “Every piece of litter stopped before it reaches our waterways is a win for local wildlife, our marine park and the communities that enjoy and care for these special places.
“These projects will make a real difference on the ground and help keep Moreton Bay clean and healthy for future generations.”
City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery welcomed further investment in stormwater management.
“Our Moreton Bay is a vital marine ecosystem, so any initiative to prevent litter big and small from entering these pristine waters is very much welcome,” Mr Flannery said.
“This funding from the State Government will help Council build on its long history of sustainable stormwater management by supporting the installation of new stormwater filtration devices and the renewal of existing assets to stop litter from reaching Moreton Bay.”
The government linked the program with its economic and environmental policies. It also contrasted its work with Labor’s previous decade in office.
What To Look For Next?
Redland City Council can now progress its filtration device upgrade and rectification program. Local project locations and delivery dates were not included in the funding announcement.
Once completed, the upgraded devices should reduce the amount of litter flowing from Redlands stormwater systems into Moreton Bay. The projects will support the wider goal of reducing litter entering the bay by 2030.
