Chinchilla Botanic Parkland

  • Project typeOutdoor Public Space
  • Project scheduleProject Complete
  • Completion Date28 May 2019
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The Chinchilla Botanic Parkland is a $5.9 million project co-funded by the Western Downs Regional Council and the Queensland Government, with Council delivering the project. Spanning 4.2 hectares between Canaga and Wambo Streets, the Parkland boasts state-of-the-art water treatment and irrigation systems with solar panels powering the entire site.

The long-awaited project was first announced in 2016, stemming from a community vision that has origins as far back the 1970’s. Now a signature destination for community events and entertainment across the region, the Chinchilla Botanic Parkland adds to the beauty, heritage and livability of the Western Downs.

The Chinchilla Botanic Parkland is a long-term vision, with total site development taking place over multiple stages in the next five to ten years.

November 2019 saw Chinchilla Botanic Parkland awarded international recognition as the only regional park in Queensland to receive a ‘green flag’ award

In October 2020 the Parkland was announced as winner of the Park of the Year at the Queensland Parks and Leisure Australia Annual Awards. 

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Community Opening:

The community opening of the Chinchilla Botanic Parkland was held Saturday 1 June 2019 with markets and entertainment provided from Agro and Ranger Stacey, local schools, roving entertainers and special appearances from some Prehistoric friends. Visitors brought their picnic blankets, family and friends for a lovely day in the parkland.

Location

Chinchilla Botanic Parkland, Chinchilla 4413  View Map

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