Vicki to upgrade Powerhouse Dog Off Lash area this Spring
We are pleased to announce the start of refurbishment of the Brisbane Powerhouse Dog Off-Leash Area Upgrade in the Powerhouse Park, New Farm. The upgrade starting in August 2019 will [...]
Vicki rewards responsible dog lovers with registration discount
We are rewarding responsible pet ownership by offering registration discounts of up to 65 per cent for some dog owners. Brisbane was a dog-friendly city with more than 107,000 registered dogs and this new discount reflected Council’s commitment to give back to responsible dog owners. “Bringing a new dog home is an [...]
Vicki delivering FREE off-peak travel for seniors on Council buses & ferries
Seniors will be able to travel for free off-peak on Brisbane buses, CityCats and ferries as part of the 2019/20 Brisbane City Council Budget. Cr Schrinner has called on the State Labor Government to match the announcement for rail passengers in its Budget to be handed down tomorrow - Wednesday 12th June. The [...]
Vicki to create biggest new park in 50 years
Victoria Park Together with Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner I will protect and expand Brisbane’s precious greenspace by creating the city’s biggest public park in 50 years. We are committed to protecting and expanding Brisbane’s precious green space, giving people more to see and do in a clean and green Brisbane. After extensive [...]
Keep Newstead In Central Ward
Currently the State Government controlled QLD Electoral Commission is redrawing ward boundaries with the Brisbane City Council area . There is a suggestion before the State Electoral Commission that Newstead be removed from Central Ward and placed with the boundary of Hamilton Ward. These suggestions are currently out for public consultation. I’m not [...]
New Central Ward Office Location
With changes coming to Chinatown Mall, the Central Ward office has moved to an exciting new location, providing easier access for local residents. Stop by and say hello at the new office 5 Lamington Street New Farm - just next door to the RSPCA Queensland OpShop See you soon Vicki
New Farm Park Heritage Survey
Vicki planting the first of the 2500 new roses in New Farm Park 2018 We are always planning for the future whilst considering and caring for the past. New Farm Park is one of the 35 State listed heritage parks located in Brisbane New Farm Park covers 15 hectares of land and has been used [...]
Adelaide Street Transformation
Draft Adelaide Street Vision Adelaide Street is already one of Brisbane’s iconic city boulevards. Over recent decades, Brisbane City Council has been planning for the growth of our city, while maintaining the character of our suburbs and focusing development around public transport options. As part of this growth, inner-city Brisbane has experienced [...]
ANZAC Day Services 2019
Along with Trevor Evans MP I’m asking that you to consider sharing in the spirit of ANZAC Day and attending one of the services in our area - Vicki Howard Your Local ANZAC Services ANZAC Eve - 24th April 6.00 pm Nurses Memorial ANZAC Square Brisbane City ANZAC DAY [...]
MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture
I’m so excited to welcome MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture back to the wonderful Brisbane City Council Powerhouse, our premier venue for arts and culture. Now in its fifth year, this highly-anticipated event continues to grow, and in 2019 is bigger and better, welcoming local LGBTIQ+ artists as well as international [...]