Innisfail CBD revitalisation consultation commences Banyan and Lions Park community consultation begins for residents

THE community is being asked to join the conversation on the future of Banyan and Lions Park, Tully.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Divisional Councillor Teresa Millwood said the Banyan Beautification project was an exciting project that the community was encouraged to get behind and have their say.

“The overall intention of the Beautification project is to enhance the appearance and sense of arrival into Tully. Visitors, both local and passing through, will be encouraged to spend time in Banyan and Lions Parks and make the most of our unique landscape and nearby friendly shopping area.

“I grew up in Tully and it’s my desire to preserve Tully’s historic small-town character, whilst promoting our community as a familyfriendly place to visit, live and work.”

Councillor Millwood said the project will breathe new life into the area.

“Community consultation is now open and offers a range of tools for the community to provide feedback.

“I encourage you to visit Council’s Your Say page to help inform Council on your vision for the site. The first stage of Council’s community engagement process is to understand what you currently like about the park, what elements should remain, be removed or upgraded and what is missing from the site.

The feedback provided by you will help shape and determine what the detailed design looks like.”

CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council is excited to announce the launch of community engagement on the Innisfail CBD Revitalisation project.

Strategically positioned on the banks of the Johnston River, access to incredible natural landscapes and a passionate and connected community, Innisfail has a lot to offer.

Tourism and Economic Development

Portfolio Holder, Councillor Renee McLeod said, through physical improvements, events and activity, there is an opportunity to revitalise our CBD, encouraging people to stop, spend time and, in-turn, contribute to the local economy.

“Council needs your help to understand our community’s ideas and vision for the Innisfail CBD.”

“This engagement progresses the ideas and aspirations captured by community and Council through the development of the 2018 Innisfail Master Plan. The Master Plan remains a valuable document with many great ideas for the town’s future.”

Council is now ready to revisit and further progress this master plan to ensure it provides a clear and ground-truthed roadmap for future investment in the town said Councillor McLeod.

“As with all places, Innisfail’s revitalisation will require support from all of us. There is a role for everyone in our community to play. This process will explore how our businesses, local residents, community groups and youth can work collaboratively to assist in delivering a shared vision to revitalise Innisfail,” said Councillor McLeod.

Be involved, and let Council know what you love about Innisfail and what you would like to see prioritised in the next 10 years. Keep an eye out for opportunities to meet with Council at face-to-face workshops pop-up events.