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Lagoon rehabilitation project - City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City

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Council is planning to rehabilitate Oakman’s Lagoon in the City Botanic Gardens, near the Alice Street entrance.

Oakman's Lagoon in the City Botanic Gardens near the Alice Street entrance will be rehabilitated.

Works will include:

  • 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
  • repairing and reinstalling the aeration and fountain system
  • refilling the lagoon with water. 

Prior to construction and during works, a fauna spotter and catcher will be present to spot, catch and relocate aquatic life.

Status
In progress
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.
  • Mid-July 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.