Tingalpa locals can look forward to a series of significant upgrades rolling out this year, including a safer intersection, improved bikeways and greener community parks—all designed to enhance daily life without increasing rates.
Wynnum Road & Hemmant‑Tingalpa Road Intersection Upgrade
A full signalisation of this busy intersection is underway, replacing the previous “give way” layout with traffic lights, dedicated turn lanes, U-turn bays, upgraded footpaths, kerb ramps and a new Hemmant‑Tingalpa Road path.
Early works begun in February 2025, with night shifts between 7 pm–5 am continuing through mid‑2026. The detailed plan, which included community feedback,. aims to reduce crashes (10 occurred between 2016–23) and boost travel reliability for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists.
Minnippi Lake Bikeway Widen & Upgrade
Council has started upgrading the western loop of the Minnippi Lake shared bikeway, closing that section from mid‑March to early May 2025. Plans include widening, smoothing and resurfacing the path to improve safety and accessibility for cyclists and pedestrians, with signage redirecting users to the eastern loop during works.
Kianawah Park Refurbishment
As Tingalpa’s oldest park, Kianawah Park on Joe Lambert Drive serves as a cricket hub and community green space. The current upgrade effort focuses on improved public amenities with enhanced picnic facilities, new toilets, outdoor exercise stations, and better access paths—responding directly to local feedback during consultation sessions.
Creekside Vegetation Works to Help Flood Management
Buffer zones along Bulimba Creek at Bognor Street and Wondall Road are being trimmed and reshaped to reduce flood risk while supporting local wildlife. This aligns with Council’s ongoing efforts across Bayside suburbs to protect waterways and enhance ecological resilience.
What This Means for Tingalpa Residents
These upgrades promise safer crossings at the Wynnum–Hemmant intersection, more family- and commuter-friendly paths around Minnippi Lake, and revitalised park facilities at Kianawah—all strengthening Tingalpa’s appeal as a well-connected, active community.
Drivers should plan for night-time lane closures on Wynnum Road and Hemmant‑Tingalpa Road over the next few months, while cyclists and walkers should follow the detours around the lake loop.
Published 5-July-2025
