Shape the features of a future bushwalking reserve in Ebenezer

Published on 06 February 2026

The gates to a bushland reserve in Ebenezer will soon be open to the public for the first time with plans to make it a new place for enjoying nature.

Environment and Sustainability Committee Chairperson Councillor Jim Madden said the community was encouraged to provide their ideas on Shapeyouripswich.com.au before Sunday 8 March 2026.

“There is opportunity for community ideas on features such as a day use area, lookout points, educational signage and other embellishments to this future reserve,” Cr Madden said.

“There are various ways that the natural, cultural and historical significance of the area could be potentially highlighted or explored.”

Division 1 Councillor Jacob Madsen said the project was funded through Ti Tree Bioenergy payments which must be used by council to provide environmental and/or community benefit.

“Upgrading this bushland reserve on Paynes Road, Ebenezer will create local benefits, both to the natural environment and the community,” Cr Madsen said.

Division 1 Councillor Pye Augustine said the 83 hectare reserve on Paynes Road, Ebenezer would be an important bushland buffer to future industrial development to the north.

“It features wetlands and is home to a diverse range of species. There will also be ongoing restoration to improve the quality of this site as a koala habitat reserve,” Cr Augustine said.

For more information see the Paynes Road Reserve project on Shapeyouripswich.com.au