Redland City Council is addressing parking problems near the Dunwich ferry terminals on North Stradbroke Island in an effort to limit extended and illegal long-term parking.
Timed parking will be introduced in select areas in Dunwich in mid-June following consultation with the community and responding to feedback from residents and stakeholders.
Mayor Jos Mitchell said the long-term parking in streets around the two terminals had been a challenge for the local community for many years.
“It’s been brought to my attention that some vehicles are parked for weeks and months near the ferry terminals to accommodate seasonal or occasional visitors for private holiday and rental homes,” she said.
“I’ve also been made aware that many of these vehicles are parked illegally, for example on nature strips and on footpaths where they impede pedestrian traffic and potentially damage underground infrastructure.”
Cr Mitchell expressed concern for the accessibility and enjoyment of the foreshore areas while vehicles were parked along there.
“The introduction of timed parking in selected streets aims to address these issues, maximising the use and community benefit of available parking opportunities and preserving the natural beauty of the foreshore,” Cr Mitchell said.
The Redland City Council announced parking time limits of 12, 24 and 72 hours in the streets around the One Mile Ferry Terminal off Yabby St and Dunwich Ferry Terminal off Junner St.
It was also announced that No Parking signs would be installed on Mitchell Crescent between Pamphlet St and Bingle Rd, along with other signage, in the week beginning Monday, June 17.
Vehicles parked in the designated areas will have until Sunday, July 7 to adjust to the changes before fines will be applied, and the new limits will be enforced from Monday, July 8.
Division 2 Councillor Peter Mitchell said Council wanted to provide a solution that supported an appropriate turnaround for local traffic in the busy areas.
“We also want to ensure there is sufficient parking availability near businesses, and convenient access for tourists to reach attractions and accommodation,” he said.
“Council will closely monitor the implementation of timed parking to assess its effectiveness.”
The new system aims to regulate parking around Dunwich to create fair access for the whole community.
In late 2023, Redland City Council introduced four-hour parking at the Dunwich Cemetery to prevent all-day parking and to promote short-term use.
Council has encouraged all drivers to ensure they park in accordance with all signage.
More information is available on Council’s Your Say page.
