City Parklands
The Enchanted Garden is Brisbane’s premier immersive lighting experience, held annually at Roma Street Parkland and produced by City Parklands during the festive season. In 2024, the event showcased the park’s natural beauty, illuminated by stunning lights, while a one-of-a-kind soundscape filled the air, creating a magical atmosphere. Attendees were captivated by the new storyline of fairies Willow and Marigold, as they danced through each event zone guiding attendees with a touch of Christmas magic enhancing the night’s wonder and excitement.
Brisbane City Council
Bligh Tanner
Victoria Park is transforming into an iconic parkland with something for everyone. The Victoria Park / Barrambin Urban Pump Track is a community-driven haven for all ages. Its innovative design, inclusive features and sustainable materials create a vibrant hub for active lifestyles, boosting social connection and the local economy.
Ipswich City Council
The Willey Street BMX Clubhouse is a game-changing, $2.6M facility, developed by Ipswich City Council, the Queensland Government, and the West Moreton BMX Club. Designed for inclusivity, sustainability, and flood resilience, the clubhouse features DDA-compliant access, a canteen with finish-line views, and a community hub for over 600 regular attendees. Elevating Ipswich’s standing as a sporting destination, this facility fosters local talent, strengthens volunteer engagement, and positions the city for future BMX and Olympic-level events.
Ipswich City Council
Cameron Park Playground Upgrade is a $2.5M transformation delivering a high-quality, inclusive, and heritage-inspired playspace for the Ipswich community. Featuring the Booval House Queenslander-themed play structure, all-abilities equipment, and engaging sensory play, the park fosters intergenerational connection and active recreation. The project prioritised safety, accessibility, and sustainability, incorporating DDA-compliant pathways, seating, and durable materials. Community-driven design and innovative problem-solving ensure long-term resilience and play value for future generations.
Queensland Department of Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games
Active Queenslanders Industry Alliance
The 2024-2034 Active Industry Workforce Plan provides an outstanding example of the fitness, sport and recreation industry in Queensland investing in workforce planning as a strategic priority. The development of the Plan was funded under the Queensland Government’s ‘Active Industry Project Fund’ which aimed to encourage collaboration across the active industry to support operational efficiency and upskilling of the workforce including volunteers to improve the capability and capacity of industry organisations. The Plan aims to ensure that the right people are in the right roles at the right t
Department of Sport, Racing, and Olympic and Paralympic Games
Launched May 2024, ClubIQ offers a centralised location for a suite of free, practical, and accessible resources to help community sport and recreation organisations operate more effectively and sustainably. The resources cover four areas—governance, financial management, planning, and volunteering—to support clubs to develop the skills and knowledge of their committees and volunteers. Currently, clubs have access to 55 downloadable resources and eight instructional videos, equipping them with the tools needed for long-term success, noting this will increase as the suite continues to grow.
Australian Football League
City of Logan
Department of Sport, Racing, and Olympic and Paralympic Games
The Everleigh Sports Park was developed in response to increasing demand for AFL infrastructure in the area. The meticulously designed and constructed precinct supports local & elite AFL content, regional events, school activity & community festivals, ensuring versatility & broad community engagement. The collaborative funding approach and cooperation throughout construction realised significant benefits while maintaining a streamlined and efficient process. Its success demonstrates the power of collaboration, serving as a model for future sports infrastructure projects.
Playscape Creations
The “Grand Linear Park” consolidates four one-hectare local parks into a cohesive four-hectare linear park, stretching a total of 450 meters long and adding the equivalent of six and a half international football fields worth of parks, playgrounds and greenspace for the community to enjoy. Established as the natural “green heart” for residents of the southern neighbourhood, the extensive trees and plantings establish a “connected canopy” across the open space network and easy connection to 60km of pedestrian path and cycle ways, a true active community link.
Brisbane Sustainability Agency
An initiative of Brisbane Sustainability Agency’s Oxley Creek Transformation project, the four-hectare Archerfield Wetlands District Park sets a benchmark for transforming a former industrial site into a vibrant, multi-functional greenspace. Offering a diverse range of facilities, including a large adventure play space, a youth hub area with basketball court, bush foods garden, event and activity lawn and a purpose-built community hub building, the District Park inspires people of all ages to connect with each other and nature, care for the environment and live a healthy, outdoor lifestyle.
Brisbane Sustainability Agency
An initiative of Brisbane Sustainability Agency’s Oxley Creek Transformation project, the Archerfield Wetlands District Park playspaces exemplify innovative adaptive reuse and design, transforming a former industrial site into vibrant, multifunctional areas for play. Key features include an industrial-themed playground hosting a 13-metre-long super slide, interactive water play elements and a youth hub area. Offering a diverse array of both active and reflective play options, these playspaces provide a unique, engaging and inclusive environment for all visitors.
Playscape Creations
Nestled in the heart of Logan Reserve, Flindersia Riverside Park is a groundbreaking recreational space that redefines community engagement, environmental sustainability, and innovative play design. Developed as part of Logan City Council’s "Future Open Space" program, this five-hectare park stands as a testament to visionary urban planning and community collaboration. Opened in May 2024, the park was meticulously designed to meet the diverse needs of residents of all ages and backgrounds, fostering a sense of place and belonging.
City of Moreton Bay
The Morayfield Skate Park upgrade transforms a community space into a top tier facility for adventure enthusiasts. It boosts Moreton Bay’s status as a hub for action sports, supports Olympic-readiness and promotes active lifestyles. The design features flood-resistant materials, improved safety, expanded skate areas and a memorial for Trent RIley that meaningfully honours skate culture at a local and city level. The park fosters youth engagement, social connection and cultural expression. It’s record-breaking opening signals strong community support and future investment in youth facilities.
Logan City Council - Integrated Lifestyle Network Plan - Sports
Strategic and Master Planning Award
QLD
Logan City Council
Otium Planning
Logan City Council aligns with the motto of 'A failure to plan, is a plan to fail' and the introduction of the Infrastructure Network Plan - Sports, which outline sporting supply, demand and assessment of sporting facilities in the city of Logan Local Government Area until 2041, demonstrates Council as a leader in Strategic Planning within Queensland and in fact Australia and the World.
Brisbane International Cycle Park (Murrarie Recreation Reserve)
Community Facility of the Year Award
QLD
Brisbane City Council
Brisbane City Council’s vision, in the lead up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, was to create a world-class, sustainable cycling facility that sets the standard for excellence. This premier destination boasts a road cycling course, international standard criterium track, inline skating track, multi-purpose clubhouse, upgraded car park, recreational pathways and viewing mounds. Designed to serve the community’s sporting and recreation needs, it supports active cycling and skating groups while also empowering youth through social enterprise cycling-focused programs.
Ipswich City Council
Richardson Park Playground Upgrade delivers a vibrant, inclusive, and flood-resilient playspace, transforming an outdated park into a district-level hub. Featuring culturally significant Indigenous play elements, accessible equipment, and nature-based experiences, it enhances pedestrian safety and connectivity through an integrated road upgrade. Retained mature trees, Brisbane River connections, and community-driven design ensure environmental sustainability, making it a vital space for recreation, inclusivity, and cultural connection in Ipswich.
Ipswich City Council
The Nerima Gardens Preliminary Concept Plan is a landmark strategy ensuring the long-term preservation, accessibility, and sustainability of one of Ipswich’s most treasured parks. Through bilingual engagement, cutting-edge planning, and deep international collaboration, Ipswich City Council is strengthening cultural ties while creating a future-proofed, climate-resilient public space for generations to enjoy.
City of Moreton Bay and Cred Consulting
City of Moreton Bay and Cred Consulting
The Moreton Bay Changing Places Network Plan encapsulates Council’s commitment to inclusivity by ensuring people with high-support needs can fully participate in community life. The plan was developed through consultation with people with lived experience, industry representatives and staff from across Council and national and international research and benchmarking. It is Australia’s first local government-endorsed strategy for Changing Places and provides a visionary, strategic and scalable approach to the planning, design and delivery these facilities to ensure that public spaces and places
Golf Australia
Minnippi Golf & Range is redefining the future of golf - where community, inclusivity, and innovation come together. As a vibrant hub where golf is played and connections are made, Minnippi breaks down barriers with accessible programs, welcoming spaces, and a fresh, community-first approach to the game. Designed for all ages and abilities, Minnippi fosters social connection, wellbeing, and lifelong participation. With sustainability at its core and a vision for a more inclusive golf culture, Minnippi is setting a new benchmark for public golf facilities across Australia
Golf Australia
As Australia’s most remote golf series, players take on some of the unique golf courses in Australia. This is a one-of-a-kind tournament that features a mix of traditional and sand greens, where your game is set to be tested. In Outback Queensland the greens aren’t always green, water hazards are extremely rare and don’t be surprised to find an abundance of kangaroos, emus or brolgas to tip your Akubra to while playing. For taking on the challenge, there is a whole swag of prizes up for grabs along the journey including the Million-Dollar Hole in One.
Ipswich City Council
Department of Sport, Racing Olympic and Paralympic Games
The Ash Barty Playground at Opossum Creek Parklands celebrates the legacy of one of Australia’s greatest sporting icons through inclusive, nature-based, and sport-inspired play. Co-designed with Ash Barty and the Queensland Government, the playground features a rebound wall, nature play elements, Indigenous storytelling, and accessible design—creating an inspiring, community-focused space for all ages to play, connect, and be active.
Zone Landscape Architecture
The St Andrews Lutheran College Junior Playground was designed to create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate space for young learners. Strong leadership and collaboration ensured alignment with the school’s vision, resulting in a dynamic, future-proofed space. The playground now serves as a hub for social interaction and outdoor learning, with overwhelmingly positive feedback highlighting its inclusivity, accessibility, and enhancement of the school’s environment.
Redland City Council
The creation of Vassi Concord Park offers new social interaction opportunities and enhanced local play experiences through vibrant, multifunctional areas. It promotes outdoor activities and a place for local connection to be made for a stronger sense of community fostering the continued health and wellbeing for all.
Zone Landscape Architecture
City of Gold Coast
The Tallebudgera Creek Park Upgrade is a benchmark coastal facility featuring a Changing Places Facility, DDA-compliant pathways, and nature-based amenity. Designed and led by ZLA, the project balances accessibility, environmental resilience, and community identity. Through integrated design and meaningful public engagement, it delivers long-term social and environmental value and sets a new standard for inclusive, landscape-led park upgrades.