Boyne Tannum Community Forum | 9 April 2026
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Community Questions
What are Community Questions?
Community questions are a chance to get the answers on topic that matter most to you directly from Council.
How are the Community Questions selected?
The agenda is up to you! Submitted questions will appear below and will be open for public voting. 'Like' the questions that interest you and the most requested will be answered at the next Community Forum. Remaining questions will receive a written response following the event.
Question submissions are NOW OPEN. Ask your question below, submissions close 3 April 2026. (max 140 characters).
3 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Why has the Canoe Point boardwalk been left in disrepair, and when will Council begin fixing it?
3 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Will Council commit to speed humps near the caravan park on Millennium Esplanade to address persistent night hooning?
2 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Why is the golf club facing water reduction of 40% this year
Why can we not get a current lease
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
How will Council meet its duty of care when current rules force families with prams and pets onto the road on Millennium Esplanade?
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Why cant i walk my dog safely on the footpath to get to tannum sands caravan park
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Pedestrians should not have to walk on the road that is used by motorists anywhere. Please more footpaths.
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Safety concern Creek Road Tannum. Busy road no footpaths. Section of unsafe path no rail drop of more than 1m plus many trip hazards.
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Speed Humps Elizabeth St & Creek Rd Tannum. Busy roads, for pedestrian safety have speed humps Creek Rd no option to get off road.
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Auckland Pt, East Shores, Spinnaker all dogs on leash. Why is Millennium Dogs Prohibited? Unpopular with our dog owners and tourists.
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Does Gladstone really need so many councillors, or does the large contingent just raise costs, slow decisions, and reduce accountability?
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Why have BBQs been taken away from Canoe Point duck pond parkland area and not replaced?
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
What is Council’s timeline to treat algae in Canoe Point Wetlands duck ponds, and how will it be managed long term?
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Given the community’s need for accessible green space, why not repurpose the overgrown land across from Tannum Coles in to a public parkland
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
The Millennium Esplanade playground is great, but there’s very little shade over the equipment, and it gets too hot for kids during the day.
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
I often pick up rubbish at the Wild Cattle Boat Ramp, is there any plans to put in a rubbish bin?
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Many Council vehicles are taken home, with the current cost of diesel / petrol, shouldn’t this be reviewed?
1 April, 2026
Anonymous says:
Why isn’t there a concession rate for registering a puppy? They can not be desexed. Many QLD Local Councils do.
26 March, 2026
Anonymous says:
After three years the public toilet attached to the Tannum Progress Hall under the control of the RSL is stilled locked and unavailable.
26 March, 2026
Anonymous says:
When will the graffiti be removed from many Gladstone areas
Agenda
Agenda
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Timeline item 1 - active
5.30pm | Forum Open
Get to know your Councillors and Council officers over a tea and coffee. Light refreshments will be served.
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Timeline item 2 - active
5.40pm | Community Update and Questions
The Community Update provides news on projects and initiatives taking place in your area along with following up on discussions from past community forums.
- Boyne Tannum Aquatic Centre - project update
- Coronation Drive update
- Garden Organics (GO) Bin coming soon
The Community Questions section is a chance for Council to provide answers to the community's most requested questions. Submit your questions and vote for the topics you'd like addressed by Councillors and Councill officers.
- Questions to be announced
This portion of the community forum will be recorded.
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Timeline item 3 - active
6.30pm | Topic Tables
Take a seat to discuss a specific Council matter or to chat with a Councillor. Move between any tables at any time to discuss the issues that matter most to you.
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Timeline item 4 - active
7.30pm | Forum close
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