Redland City Council has adopted a transport strategy that provides a blueprint for managing access and parking as the city prepares for future growth.
Acting Mayor Julie Talty said the Redlands Coast Access and Parking Strategy, which was adopted at the General Meeting on 17 June 2026, sets out how Council would provide safe, convenient and equitable access citywide, well into the future.
“The strategy recognises our city is evolving, and that as our population grows over the next 20 years, travel patterns and expectations will also change,” Cr Talty said.
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“The population of Redland City is projected to grow from 159,000 in 2021 to 212,000 by 2046, increasing the number of vehicle trips and further concentrating demands at major destinations.”
Cr Talty said the demand for parking already exceeded supply at some destinations during peak periods.
“Many of our key destinations, including centres, transport hubs and recreation areas, have developed around car access over time,” she said.
“While this has supported growth, it has also created challenges in ensuring these places remain accessible, attractive and functional for all.
“Without a considered, forward-looking approach, further growth could make it more challenging to access destinations across Redlands Coast for residents and workers and undermine the city’s attractiveness to visitors for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.”
The strategy takes a balanced approach to access – aiming to improve connections for walking, riding, public and shared transport, while continuing to provide car parking where it is needed.
Enhancements such as improved footpaths, better public transport access, and well-designed pick-up and drop-off areas will support a wider range of travel choices.
Car parking will continue to play an important role, but it will be planned and located to support access while minimising impacts on surrounding areas and making the best use of valuable land.
Transport Portfolio Representative Councillor Shane Rendalls said the strategy was the start of a longer-term process.
“Council will also prepare Destination Access Plans (DAPs) for key sites across the city to identify specific parking and access arrangements, ensuring a balanced approach that responds to community needs,” Cr Rendalls said.
“Work is now progressing on preparing a DAP for Victoria Point Reserve, as this is an ideal location to trial and refine the approach that will be rolled out to other destinations that present more complex challenges.
“We will also advocate to the Queensland Government for improved public transport and other ride-share options in and out of our key destinations.
“Council has delivered considerable civil infrastructure already at Weinam Creek and future works will complement the Queensland Government’s work on the PDA project which is a vital transport hub.”
The access and parking strategy is aligned with Council’s Redlands Coast Transport Strategy, which supports a more connected, accessible and efficient city.
It incorporates feedback and submissions received during public consultation held in August 2025.
