Stockland’s Mirrigin Park Takes the Win at the Landscape Queensland Awards

Eureka Landscapes accepting award L-R, Jason McGarry Managing Director, Lionel Desmond Project Manager, Sponsor NQIB

Mirrigin Park, located within Stockland Providence in the Ripley Valley, has been named the winner of a prestigious 2024 Landscape Queensland Award for Construction Excellence at a gala dinner hosted at Brisbane’s City Hall last weekend.

The park, developed by Eureka Landscapes on behalf of Stockland and in close partnership with the Yuggera Ugarapul People and CUSP landscape architects, was awarded the 2024 Landscape Queensland Award for Construction Excellence – Commercial 3 for the exceptional construction work carried out in bringing together cultural heritage and creating inclusive community spaces.

Entrants in the Commercial 3 category were judged on several factors including the quality of the construction, how challenges were addressed and resolved, and the unique history and compelling story behind the project.

A major feature of Mirrigin Park is its cultural integration, with design elements telling the stories of the land and its people. A yarning circle and intricately painted totem poles, by traditional owners Jordan and Shaylene Saltner, showcase the rich First Nations history of Providence, inviting the community to connect with the spirit of the area.

Stockland Project Director, David Franklin, said he was proud of the recognition by such a respected industry award.

“Mirrigin Park is more than a recreational space – it’s a reflection of the deep cultural heritage of the Ripley Valley and the values we hold at Stockland for creating vibrant, inclusive and sustainable communities. This award is a testament to the power of community collaboration, thoughtful design and construction, and celebrating First Nations’ heritage,” Mr Franklin said.

Eureka Landscapes Project Manager Lionel Desmond said it was a “wonderful night” at the awards, and the team was excited to take the top spot in the category ahead of six other contenders.

“We’re proud to receive industry recognition for the construction work at Mirrigin Park. Starting with a fantastic design from CUSP and collaborating closely with Dynamic Landscapes and the traditional owners, we’ve helped deliver an inviting space for the community to enjoy,” Mr Desmond said.

“Thank you to Stockland for the opportunity to deliver the park. We value our ongoing partnership and look forward to delivering more high-quality landscape projects at Ripley Valley in the future.”

The park’s innovative design also extends to the inclusive and active spaces, with pathways and pedestrian connections maximising accessibility from all directions.

“Our goal was to set a new standard in sustainable urban planning and community engagement,” Mr Franklin said.

“Using natural materials, the park was designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. It has open kickabout spaces, inclusive play equipment and calisthenics exercise facilities, designed to promote social connection and active lifestyles for everyone.”

The Landscape Queensland Construction Excellence Awards honour the highest achievers across 24 categories including training, maintenance, design and landscape with most eligible for the Queensland Residential or Commercial Landscape Construction of the Year Awards.

Mirrigin Park was officially opened on 31 May during National Reconciliation Week 2024. It is located at the intersection of Carnarvon Drive and Danbulla Street, in Stockland Providence’s ‘True North’ precinct in the Ripley Valley, approximately 43 kilometres southwest of Brisbane’s CBD, and 12 kilometres west of Greater Springfield.

For more information about Stockland Providence, visit: https://www.stockland.com.au/residential/qld/providence.