Daisy Hill Koala BushlandAction plan

Photo: Anna Osetroff © Queensland Government

Photo: Anna Osetroff © Queensland Government

Photo: Margrit Sycamore © Queensland Government

Photo: Michael O’Neill © Queensland Government

Photo: © Visible Focus

Photo: © Visible Focus

Daisy Hill Koala BushlandDaisy Hill Koala Bushland, 25km south of Brisbane, is a core koala habitat area and one of South East Queensland’s most signifi cant outdoor recreation hubs. The Koala Bushland features important fl ora and fauna, the Daisy Hill Koala Centre, recreation trails and day-use facilities.

The Koala Bushland comprises approximately 1,500ha of protected reserves and habitats in multiple tenures managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS), Department of Environment and Heritage Protection (EHP), Logan City Council and Redland City Council.

Directions Paper—Action PlanThe Daisy Hill Koala Bushland Directions Paper has been prepared by the Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing (NPSR) to guide the area’s management, use and enjoyment over the next 10 year period. The Directions Paper has been developed following an extensive review of the site, assessment of relevant policy and planning frameworks, and review of recreation and tourism market opportunities.

This action plan details the fi rst two stages of work to deliver on the vision for the Daisy Hill Koala Bushland.

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Our visionDaisy Hill Koala Bushland is

conserved as a special place of natural value where the community

and visitors are immersed in discovery, learning and active healthy enjoyment of nature

and its conservation.

Enhancing management across the Koala Bushland

through improved coordination in conservation and recreation

planning with public sector, business and community

partners.A commitment to

conservation values at the heart of sustainable land

management priorities and practices across the

Koala Bushland.

Encouraging recreation in nature through carefully

planned improvements to visitor facilities

including trail networks, day-use areas, signs

and wayfi nding.

Revitalising the Daisy Hill Koala Centre to showcase

the work of the Queensland Government and partners

in koala conservation.

Building the economic benefi ts from nature-based recreation and tourism by

fostering appropriate commercial opportunities on-park and

through leveraging opportunities in the surrounding region.

Adding Indigenous cultural value through sharing an

understanding of the area’s indigenous history

and culture.

Creating a Commonwealth Games legacy by offering Games visitors authentic

local experiences.

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Land managers

QPWS Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

EHP Department of Environment and Heritage Protection

LCC Logan City Council

RCC Redlands City Council

In June 2017, RoadTek is undertaking works to upgrade and resurface 1.8km of the ring road servicing the Daisy Hill Conservation Park day use areas.

Stage 2 The Directions Paper will continue to guide priority directions from 2017–2027. Future works and partnerships could include:

• Development of Ford Road block for public use, including park management planning, road and trail design and construction.

• Exploring opportunities with Traditional Owners to offer services such as performance events, guided walks and storytelling sessions.

• Introducing new technologies to raise public awareness and understanding of conservation priorities.

• Further upgrades of multi-use trails, implementing outcomes of trail planning study.

• Upgrading trail heads at Underwood Road and Avalon Road.

• New toilet block in upper trail head at Daisy Hill Road.

Undertake road planning and re-design study and works to address safety issues associated with shared use including pedestrian and vehicular traffi c.

To assist with delivery of Stage 1, a Park User Reference Group will be established and include representatives from tourism, recreation and conservation sectors, and Traditional Owners.

Working with local councils and tourism industry partners to develop a detailed management plan and visitor management strategy for the Koala Bushland.

Upgrade and construct visitor facilities to serve the day use area in Daisy Hill Conservation Park, replacing toilets, and renewing BBQ and picnic facilities, pathways, bollards, signage and Nature Play areas.

Revitalising the Daisy Hill Koala Centre to improve the visitor experience, focusing on interpretation and visitor orientation.

A range of community conservation projects, including fl ora and fauna surveys, weed management and revegetation.

Upgrade of the Paperbark Trail to allow universal visitor access.

Sustainable trail planning and work including a full trail audit and upgrades to trail signs.

Upgrade the existing upper trail head at Daisy Hill Road with new tables, gathering area and warm-up track.

Stage 1

Funded projects 2017 –2018:

Following community feedback, the Queensland Government has allocated $3.3 million to kick-start investment in the priority directions identifi ed in the Directions Paper. This will ensure the Koala Bushland is ready for locals and visitors to enjoy during the Commonwealth Games in 2018 and beyond.

These funded projects seek the balance of delivering some important improvements in the lead up to the Commonwealth Games, while also commencing the important planning and design works to guide future investment in the Koala Bushland.

Stage 1 actions