Visit the heritage-listed Spring Hill Baths to swim take an aqua aerobics class or develop your swimming stroke Public holidays: 9am–5pm (Anzac Day: Closed)  Visit the website Spring Hill Baths is a heritage-listed swimming pool Head to the 23.43-metre enclosed heated pool for an aqua aerobics class a stroke development session or leisurely swim Little ones can take their first strokes in the pool’s learn-to-swim lessons You'll also find some charming heritage features including classic changing rooms and grandstand seating For more information on pool/venue facilities, lane availability for lap swimming, activities, bookings and fees, phone the venue on 07 3054 4359  or visit the Spring Hill Baths website Spring Hill Baths is a heritage-listed swimming pool For more information on pool/venue facilities, lane availability for lap swimming, activities, bookings and fees, phone the venue on 07 3054 4359  or visit the Spring Hill Baths website Spring Hill Baths was Brisbane’s first in-ground pool. Built in 1886 it's the oldest surviving swimming bath in the southern hemisphere Spring Hill Baths was Brisbane’s first in-ground pool. Built in 1886 fees and safety information before entering For more information about multi-visit passes, contact the pool For more information about multi-visit passes, contact the pool For information about memberships, contact the centre For information about memberships, contact the centre. 14 Torrington Street, Spring Hill Qld 4000 There’s on-street parking around the pool. All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueAt about 8.15pm on May 1 emergency services responded to reports of a car crashing into a power pole and then a fence along Spring Street in Spring Hill Paramedics treated the 32-year-old male driver and sole occupant of the vehicle at the scene A spokesman for NSW Ambulance Service said the driver suffered head and back injuries Pictures by Riley KrauseHe was transported to Orange Airport and airlifted to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition Officers from Central West Police District have commenced an investigation into the matter I am a senior journalist for ACM in the Central West. I cover council, human interest, and crime. Email me at riley.krause@austcommunitymedia.com.au Newsletters & AlertsView allDaily Today's top stories curated by our news team Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert Your digital replica of Today's Paper Test your skills with interactive crosswords (WZTV) — A former long-haul trucker accused in a string of 1990s killings across multiple states has been convicted in Tennessee and now faces extradition to Wyoming for additional murder charges was found guilty this week in Maury County for the 1991 murder of Pamela Rose Aldridge McCall a 33-year-old woman from Virginia who was 24 weeks pregnant at the time of her death Her body was discovered near a woodline off Saturn Parkway in Spring Hill on March 10 An autopsy determined she had been strangled According to District Attorney Brent Cooper’s office Baldwin was arrested in 2020 at his home in Waterloo after investigators matched his DNA to evidence from three cold case homicides — McCall’s and two unsolved murders in Wyoming from 1992 The breakthrough came after DA Investigator Tommy Goetz reopened the Spring Hill case and submitted preserved evidence for modern DNA testing which produced a Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) match to Baldwin may have used his job to conceal a pattern of violent crimes across the country His arrest in 2020 involved coordination between Tennessee as well as federal agencies including the FBI With his conviction now secured in Tennessee Baldwin is awaiting extradition to Wyoming where he faces charges in two additional homicides with strikingly similar circumstances The element requested is either not valid or does not exist A development application has been lodged for a Residential Building located at 25 Fortescue Street and 50 Little Edward Street Designed by Rothelowman the proposal is for two hundred and fifty two (252) medium density units within two new residential buildings both with a maximum building height 15 storeys The ground floor will contain residential tower lobbies and tenancies providing Restaurants The proposal provides 115 car parking spaces (77 resident spaces and 38 visitor spaces) and 315 bicycle parking spaces (252 resident and 63 visitor spaces) within the 3 basement levels Vehicle and pedestrian access is proposed to Fortescue Street and 50 Little Edward Street via a shared driveway and pedestrian entrance lobbies The planners at Urban Strategies state “The proposal aims to improve and revitalise the existing conditions of the subject site through the facilitation of two residential towers with the integration of a retail tenancy at ground floor level along Little Edward Street This high-quality mixed-use development will deliver 252 residential units of varying size and configuration contributing to much needed housing supply” “‘The subject site allows for the distinction of two opposite facing street frontages which feature highly articulated street buildings that will offer improved pedestrian connectivity and interaction along the streetscape interface Historic pedestrian connectivity challenges of the locality have been recognised and appropriately addressed through the provision of a laneway in the form of a crossblock link through the site to encourage pedestrian activity.’’ The proposal provides 1,588.4sqm (59.6%) site cover over the 2,691sqm development site We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page to be updated on other projects or development Interactive Image: Google Street view and Aerial News articles are presented in an unbiased manner from information publicly accessible that includes referenced links for the reader to obtain any further information The facts of the proposed government projects school upgrades and development applications are based on the available information at the time of the published date with information sourced directly from company websites media releases and development application material We reference all our information at the end of the articles and promote the creators with website backlinks Contact us: mail@yourneighbourhood.com.au Ticking Tent brocantes-style market from 2024. at Spring Hill Vineyards (229 Bee Brook Road Don’t miss this one-day shopping extravaganza featuring decorative treasures The Ticking Tent happens twice a year in different locations More than 50 vendors will be “under the tent” including talented artisans makers and bespoke brands from around the globe such as: Arilloom “The Ticking Tent co-founders Christina Juarez and Benjamin Reynaert have transformed the passion of the hunt into a premier shopping destination rooted in the art of discovery.” Christina Juarez is a luxury and interior design consultant with 35 years’ experience and as senior VP at Christian Dior for communications and special events for North America founder and creative director of Benjamin Reynaert Creative and market director of Elle Décor Benjamin Reynaert and Christina Juarez,co-founders of The Ticking Tent lena nicholson “We are both consumed with the thrill of the hunt or made by hand by artisanal creatives.Anything under a tent is usually an indication that something wonderful can be found.Ticking fabric is reminiscent of the Marches aux Puces de Saint-Ouen in Paris — the world’s largest flea market — where it was used as frequently as muslin for upholstering bedding and furniture Our special ticking cloth was created for us by Schumacher.” From Elle Décor: “This year I’m definitely planning on heading to the Ticking Tent an artisan and decor fair that is popping up in New Preston Connecticut on May 3.” There is early bird shopping and breakfast is available from 9 to 11 a.m NOTE: The Green Vase paper flower workshop with Livia Cetti at 3 p.m Download directly Fred had a jovial and close relationship with many of his neighbors, who he saw daily, all willing to share a cup of coffee or receive various bits of wisdom from Fred on any number of projects. Fred was predeceased by his parents; Helen and Arch Hosterman, step-mother Cassie Hosterman, sisters Ruth and Esther Marie, brother Richard, and former wife Dorothy. He is survived by his three children and their spouses; John and his husband Eric of Northfield, Minnesota, Tracy and her partner, Sam, of Amenia, New York, and Catherine and her husband, Josh, of Cornwall. He is also survived by his five grandchildren; Nicky, Dan, Ian, Zachary, and Eliza, and several nieces and nephews. CANAAN — Nancy (Case) Brenner, 81, of Canaan, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington, following a long illness on Good Friday, April 18, 2025. Nancy was born on April 10, 1944, to the late Ray Sargeant Case Sr. and Beatrice Southey Case. She was the second youngest of five children, predeceased by her three brothers, Ray S. Case Jr., David E. Case and Douglas C. Case, and her sister Linda (Case) Olson. She grew up in New Hartford and Winsted, where she graduated from Northwestern Regional 7 High School. Nancy worked for over 20 years at Raynard and Pierce in Canaan. There she made many friendships and brightened the day of everyone who went through the door greeted by her smile and jovial spirit. Nancy was a loving wife, daughter, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who’s lives she touched. A graveside service will be held at Collinsville Cemetery on Huckleberry Hill Road in Canton on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception at 5 Cherry Brook Road, Canton. Memorial donations may be made in Nancy’s name to the Berkshire Humane Society, 214 Barker Road, Pittsfield, MA 012011, where Nancy adopted her loving cat and faithful companion, Dusty. SHEFFIELD — Adam Rand, 59, of Sheffield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in his home on April 22, 2025, after a long battle with ALS. Adam was born on April 6, 1966, to Lee and Charles Rand II of Boston, Massachusetts. Adam spent his early childhood in Nantucket, where his love of fishing and water was born before moving to Sharon. It was here where he made many lifelong friends and later graduated from Housatonic Valley Regional High School in 1984. He attended Hiram College in Ohio before settling in Connecticut. Adam was a master of all trades, a seasoned contractor and practiced carpenter. He was always eager to learn and became a skilled woodworker in his later years of life. His work ethic was undeniable. Adam was passionate about his family, his work and anything with an engine. Adam leaves behind his loving wife, Annie Rand, his children, Samantha Rand (Nantucket) and Jack Rand (Canaan), his brother and sister in-law, Greg and Cindy Rand (Nantucket), and their children, Olivia, Maxwell and Samuel Rand (Boston), as well as the mother of his children and former wife, Nancy Rand (Collinsville) Services will be held for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Compassionate Care ALS, PO Box 1052, West Falmouth, MA 02574. Or Online at ccals.org Nicholas Kennedy and Justin Kucic.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the documents on completion the project will be owned and managed by community housing provider Mission Australia—functioning as social and affordable housing for a minimum period of 20 years.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The project fills a critical housing need within the local community,” a submitted planning report said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The proposal is of a high-quality community conscious design…[and] has been carefully considered resulting in an outcome that fits seamlessly into the emerging urban fabric of Spring Hill.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder the plans the Fortescue Street tower will accommodate 115 social housing units while the tower fronting Little Edward Street will comprise 137 affordable housing units.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach of the towers will include a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs well the proposal features about 90sq m of street-level commercial space to function as either a shop office or food and drink outlet.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rothelowman-designed scheme also includes 344sq m of communal open space in the form of a laneway that “acts as a cross-block link between Fortescue Street and Little Edward Street to encourage pedestrian connectivity in an area that has had historical challenges with pedestrian movement and streetscape activation”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt will consist of open landscaped spaces and comprise other facilities including a work-from-home (WFH) station and meeting room community-conscious design outcome within the social and affordable housing typology”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“At the heart of the design is a focus on community and connection (both physical and social),” the statement said Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook The proposal includes 252 apartments across two 15-storey towers on a 2691sq m holding fronting Fortescue and Little Edward streets at Spring Hill It has been lodged by a Sydney-based entity Fortescue Street Developments on completion the project will be owned and managed by community housing provider Mission Australia—functioning as social and affordable housing for a minimum period of 20 years “The project fills a critical housing need within the local community,” a submitted planning report said resulting in an outcome that fits seamlessly into the emerging urban fabric of Spring Hill.” the Fortescue Street tower will accommodate 115 social housing units while the tower fronting Little Edward Street will comprise 137 affordable housing units Each of the towers will include a mix of one The Rothelowman-designed scheme also includes 344sq m of communal open space in the form of a laneway that “acts as a cross-block link between Fortescue Street and Little Edward Street to encourage pedestrian connectivity in an area that has had historical challenges with pedestrian movement and streetscape activation” bathrooms and access to the lobby and retail-office tenancy on Little Edward Street Parking for 115 cars and 315 bikes also are incorporated in the plans A design statement said the proposed development offered “the opportunity to create a high-quality community-conscious design outcome within the social and affordable housing typology” “At the heart of the design is a focus on community and connection (both physical and social),” the statement said “Thresholds are layered inviting residents deep into the site as part of their journey home.” It also noted Spring Hill was one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with “an eclectic mix of varying architectures that have evolved over numerous periods of development from the very first European settlements of the region” “[As such] 25 Fortescue seeks to respond sympathetically to this rich context,” it said The planning report added that Spring Hill was undergoing a transition “where a number of older commercial and residential sites are being converted into large mixed-use developments” “The subject site seeks to capitalise on the high connectivity and integration with the emerging character of Spring Hill that borders the CBD,” the report said Enjoy the water year-round at Centenary Pool join a fitness class or have fun in the water play area Public holidays: 9am-5pm (Anzac Day: 1-5pm) program pool and toddler pool: Closed for the winter Visit the website Centenary Pool at Spring Hill is home to a 50-metre outdoor swimming pool a heated indoor pool and a 25-metre heated outdoor pool join a swim squad or keep active with aqua fitness sessions Kids will love the wading pool and the diving boards (open during summer). You can also book your child's next birthday party at the pool For more information on pool/venue facilities and lane availability, phone the venue on 07 3054 4331 or visit the Centenary Pool website.  Kids will love the wading pool and the diving boards (open during summer). You can also book your child's next birthday party at the pool For more information on pool/venue facilities and lane availability, phone the venue on 07 3054 4331 or visit the Centenary Pool website.  For information about Health Club entry and membership, contact the pool For information about Health Club entry and membership, contact the pool Free parking is available in the onsite car park WKRN News 2 More than three decades after a pregnant woman's body was discovered in Spring Hill, a truck driver -- and suspected serial killer -- was convicted in the case. More than three decades after a pregnant woman's body was discovered in Spring Hill, a truck driver -- and suspected serial killer -- was convicted in the case. Dozens of people gathered in South Nashville on Sunday, May 4 outside of what’s listed as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reported a “Chickamauga boating fatality” Sunday involving a young man from Putnam County. As temperatures climb, so does the number of people making travel plans. A pursuit in Trigg County ended with a vehicle in flames after a crash. A man accused of sending explicit text messages was taken into custody by Allen County authorities for promoting human trafficking. A person is facing multiple charges after he reportedly led a police chase through La Vergne Wednesday night while two young children were in his vehicle. Tennessee Highway Patrol confirmed troopers conducted roughly 150 traffic stops in Nashville this weekend during a "public safety operation" with federal authorities, but immigrant advocates called the stops a form of profiling and discrimination. Two people were injured after shots were fired during an attempted robbery at Riverfront Dog Park early Sunday morning. Homicide detectives are investigating after a welfare check Sunday morning led to the discovery of a body in a Clarksville neighborhood. Multiple immigrant rights groups are voicing concerns after saying drivers were stopped and detained in Nashville early Sunday morning. A Nashville teenager has been identified as the person killed in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 West overnight. 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Council provides 3 free city centre loop services to help you explore Brisbane and its landmarks Our iconic CityGlider buses provide high-frequency services to keep you connected to major attractions transport hubs and precincts across Brisbane The Maroon CityGlider (route 61) operates from Ashgrove to Coorparoo connecting major sporting The Maroon CityGlider route travels: \r\n The Maroon CityGlider route travels:  PDF  •   366 KB   •   Last modified 1 March 2024 The Blue CityGlider (route 60) travels from West End to the west of the CBD to Newstead in the east It links outer city CityCat stops to the CBD.   The Blue CityGlider route travels:  It links outer city CityCat stops to the CBD.   PDF  •   230 KB   •   Last modified 1 March 2024 Council has proposed a new service connecting Northshore Hamilton to Woolloongabba and major sporting shopping and dining precincts.    More information will be provided once the service is in operation.  shopping and dining precincts.    More information will be provided once the service is in operation.  A valid go card is required to ride on this service There are no cash or EFTPOS facilities onboard CityGlider buses Council has developed a network of 'no timetable needed' high-frequency bus services known as Bus Upgrade Zone or BUZ services For more information about these services, visit Translink. For more information about these services, visit Translink. Discover how Brisbane Metro and Brisbane's New Bus Network is keeping Brisbane moving Brisbane is growing and so is our bus network We’re investing in high-frequency turn-up-and-go services to connect you to the people Council is committed to ensuring our fleet of buses and bus stops are accessible to people of all abilities To ensure your bus journey is as safe and comfortable as possible Council’s bus depots ensure efficient operation of Council’s fleet There are 8 bus depots spread across the city:  There are 8 bus depots spread across the city:  The Sherwood and Eagle Farm bus depots were awarded five Green Star ratings for their environmentally friendly sustainable design Council has proudly operated the city’s buses for 100 years Discover the events and technological developments that have shaped Brisbane’s bus services Brisbane City Council offers bus charters at competitive hire rates.   Brisbane City Council offers bus charters at competitive hire rates.   Most bus services in Brisbane are not free and require some form of fare payment via a go card or a prepaid ticket.  However, Brisbane does feature some free city centre bus loops For information on bus tickets and fares, visit Translink However, Brisbane does feature some free city centre bus loops For information on bus tickets and fares, visit Translink Brisbane City Council buses only accept go card Smart Ticketing and prepaid tickets or passes for fare payments.  Cash is no longer accepted on Council buses.  For more information on go cards and ticketing, visit Translink Smart Ticketing and prepaid tickets or passes for fare payments.  Cash is no longer accepted on Council buses.  For more information on go cards and ticketing, visit Translink Council currently has a fleet of more than 1,200 buses and a growing fleet of Metro vehicles Learn more about the history of Council’s bus fleet Learn more about the history of Council’s bus fleet Explore the projects enhancing Victoria Park / Barrambin Find updates on current and future upgrades Victoria Park / Barrambin is evolving into a natural retreat for adventure Guided by the Victoria Park / Barrambin Master Plan new facilities are being added to the park and more will be developed in the future These projects will help bring the community-led vision for the parkland to life Guided by the Victoria Park / Barrambin Master Plan, new facilities are being added to the park and more will be developed in the future. These projects will help bring the community-led vision for the parkland to life, creating more to see and do. Find up-to-date information about projects in the park. The Victoria Park catalyst works are prioritised elements of the Victoria Park / Barrambin Master Plan.   This project will improve the access and quality of park infrastructure and will deliver:  an adventure playground with a dedicated amenities block The Parkway Loop - a 2-kilometre-long, accessible pathway loop connecting visitors to key features within the park upgraded vehicle access into the park off Herston Road, including a signalised intersection and new active travel entry bridge  expanded car park facilities at the park's main entry a park administration and operations compound all associated works including wayfinding signage, public utility plant and earthworks for the parkland.  These works set the park up to deliver on the Master Plan. They need to be completed first to: The Victoria Park catalyst works are prioritised elements of the Victoria Park / Barrambin Master Plan.   This project will improve the access and quality of park infrastructure and will deliver:  upgraded vehicle access into the park off Herston Road, including a signalised intersection and new active travel entry bridge  all associated works including wayfinding signage, public utility plant and earthworks for the parkland.  Ride the new pump track, with a beginner and intermediate track, or try the multi-use space with skateable features to build your skills and confidence. The area also includes a picnic spot and a small car park. Relax on the Spring Hill side of Victoria Park / Barrambin in this new parkland area with space for outdoor sports, community gatherings and picnics. Relax on the Spring Hill side of Victoria Park / Barrambin in this new parkland area with space for outdoor sports, community gatherings and picnics. You can now access Victoria Park / Barrambin directly from platform 1 of the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Kelvin Grove busway station. Enjoy benches, picnic tables, barbecues, drinking fountains, bike racks and shelters. They’re in shady spots and at lookout points so you can stay cool and appreciate the views. Get to the park along the Inner Northern Busway using the entrance from the Herston busway station platform.  Get to the park along the Inner Northern Busway using the entrance from the Herston busway station platform.  Download the project updates to learn more. PDF  •   3 MB   •   Last modified 23 June 2023 PDF  •   1 MB   •   Last modified 25 May 2022 Victoria Park / Barrambin will host the equestrian cross country and BMX freestyle events as part of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. \r\n These events have been factored into the Victoria Park / Barrambin Master Plan to ensure new park facilities can support them. We’re also working with the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games Organising Committee and the relevant international sporting federations on plans for the temporary courses for these events. Victoria Park / Barrambin will host the equestrian cross country and BMX freestyle events as part of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  To discover more about Victoria Park / Barrambin's transformation: Victoria Park / Barrambin was an important meeting and gathering place for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples travelling to and from South East Queensland. In 1875, the park was announced as a recreation reserve. During World War II, the park was home to hundreds of American soldiers. Houses there were later used as social housing for displaced residents.  Over the years, Victoria Park / Barrambin has been the site for a rubbish dump, brickmaking and timber-felling industries and an 18-hole golf course.  Today Victoria Park / Barrambin is one of Brisbane's largest parklands, with a new history unfolding as a landmark destination for the city. During World War II, the park was home to hundreds of American soldiers. Houses there were later used as social housing for displaced residents.  Over the years, Victoria Park / Barrambin has been the site for a rubbish dump, brickmaking and timber-felling industries and an 18-hole golf course.  Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueWell known for their paintball and combat archery venues the passionate crew is getting ready for the November launch of Orange Actions Sports in Spring Hill Located at the Spring Hill Recreation Ground the new venue will boast four playing fields and owner David Honeysett said they felt the location was ideal "It's an excellent location and the town has everything the region needs to host a sport like paintball there are great amenities at the Recreation Ground and Narelle and Tony at the Railway Hotel are fantastic hosts who can provide catering and a drink," he said "Through the week Bella's Cafe can also provide lunch and drinks." Picture SuppliedThanks to an increase in visitors from Orange to their Dubbo site the decision was made to open the new venue in Spring Hill David said the central location will make it easy to access for people from Orange "There is a need for this type of sport in the region," he said "You have the option of Paintball which is a high adrenaline sport (12 years and over) or Combat Archery with no age limit which is perfect for schools or groups who would prefer a less impact sport." Orange Action Sports will feature four ranges when it opens with a further two fields in development for 2025 Three fields will offer different challenges through proven game styles players love such as 'King of the Hill' The three fields can then be combined into one large field for the ultimate paintball adventure a hobby that David said continues to grow in popularity "I always enjoy hearing stories of how a player tagged a mate or the wife got the better of her husband on the field and to be honest what I love about paintball is that paintballs don't care if you are the biggest or strongest or most popular person in the group the quietest person in the group is by far the best player on the field it's as much a mind game as it is physical." Orange Action Sports aims to open Friday to Sunday until the New Year and will look to host schools for Combat Archery and Paintball throughout the week in 2025 Visitors need to book in advance to ensure access to playing fields While the new location will launch in November David said there were plans for a Grand Opening "We will have a grand opening in early 2025 with an Open Day so stay tuned." For more information, visit dubboactionsports.com See property transfers in Spring Hill, Tennessee, for April 7-11, 2025. For more information about purchasing or selling a home, click here to contact Susan Gregory Realty. View previous property transfers here and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Click Here to Contact Us There are only two suburbs in Greater Brisbane where it is now cheaper to own a home than lease one thanks to higher interest rates and continued property price rises Even explosive rent increases over the past year have not been enough to catch up with the unprecedented cost of home ownership in the Queensland capital according to the exclusive research from Compare The Market The only southeast Queensland suburbs where homeowners are better off than tenants are Spring Hill and Goodna in Brisbane owning a property is more affordable in 68 suburbs and towns where it is hundreds of dollars a month cheaper to pay off a home loan each month than be a tenant RELATED: Revealed: Where it is cheaper to buy than rent in Brisbane The data shows it could be wise to buy a unit than rent one in the inner-city suburb Spring Hill — literally 1km from Brisbane’s CBD with the data showing the average monthly home loan repayment is $2724 compared to the average monthly rent of $2912 the average monthly rent for a unit is $3,086 compared to $2,728 a month for mortgage repayments — that’s a saving of about $350 a month A two-bedroom unit in this complex at 1 Hart St The biggest difference in the cost of renting and owning a home was in the mining town of Moranbah where average mortgage repayments on a house are $1400 cheaper a month than rent MORE: What $1.6m will buy you in Sydney’s luxury property market Next million-dollar markets revealed The research assumed a home purchase at the current median price in the area using CoreLogic data the average variable rate of 5.99 per cent Compare The Market property expert Andrew Winter said there were “only a handful of places where it’s cheaper to pay off a property than rent one in the capitals” and the more affordable options were units This four-bedroom house at 16 Mackenzie Dr “But if owning a home is part of your long-term plan you might find it’s worth paying a bit more to have a little slice of Australia to call your own,” Mr Winter said “If you don’t currently need a lot of space a unit somewhere central and convenient may be a great stepping stone.” said he was surprised units in the suburb were not more expensive given comparable suburbs close to the CBD in southern states Real estate guru Andrew Winter is Compare The Market’s property expert “I think Spring Hill has always been seen as a bit of a thoroughfare suburb…so for that reason some people don’t look at it as a nice family centric place to live,” Mr Angus said migration from the south and people who haven’t been in Brisbane before are seeing value there because of where they’re coming from.” which attracted 15 groups to its first open despite only launching online the night before “Everyone who lives in Spring Hill will shout its praises — the walkability A two-bedroom unit in this complex at 169 Leichhardt St Landlords are charging about $500 a week for a one-bedroom unit in Spring Hill and around $700 a week for a two-bedroom unit CoreLogic head of research Eliza Owen said it had “been a tough few years for renters” with rent values increasing almost 40 per cent nationally in the past five years rising purchase values and a high interest rate environment still mean mortgages are generally more expensive,” Ms Owen said “This research highlights the rare pockets where individuals might have an easier time serving a mortgage and reaping the benefits of owning provided they have the 20 per cent deposit.” Ms Owen said many of the markets where mortgages were lower than rental costs were lower-priced areas with high rental demand “These are markets where temporary accommodation might be more in demand like mining towns with a fly-in-fly out workforce or tourists destinations with a more seasonal workforce.” she said “Interest costs are expected to decline in 2025 with the RBA weighing up potential cash rate cuts as inflation trends lower this might tip more markets in favour of buying over renting and understanding the market trends and being prepared to act when the time is right can make all the difference.” Mr Winter said confidence was returning to the market and more potential buyers were showing up at open homes in light of last month’s cash rate decision “While you may be able to borrow a bit more it’s important to speak to an expert and stress test your mortgage to make sure you can afford your repayments comfortably is crucial to avoid paying more interest than you need to.” third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored 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A Spring Hill man shot and killed his wife before taking his own life Monday in what investigators say appears to be a murder-suicide according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office A family member called 911 around 12:29 p.m on April 28 after discovering the bodies of his father and stepmother inside their home on Dristol Avenue The relative told detectives that he went to the residence after his father’s employer contacted him the family member found Bowman and his wife deceased in a bedroom both suffering from apparent gunshot wounds The relative also told deputies that the couple had ongoing marital issues and that the wife had been seeking a divorce According to the preliminary investigation Anyone experiencing domestic violence is encouraged to seek help from one of the following resources: Contact us: [email protected] Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Brisbane City Council’s decision to approve a high-rise residential development around the old Spring Hill Hotel has been taken to the Land and Environment Court Work has already started at the prominent inner-city site with plans for a 119-unit tower and refurbished heritage-listed building on the corner of Little Edward and Leichhardt streets An artist’s impression of the development planned on the site of the old Spring Hill Hotel have appealed the council’s decision to approve the project by Dibcorp Investments No the neighbours argue the development would be too tall Thanks for joining us for our live coverage of news from Brisbane and abroad We’ll be back tomorrow morning – see you then here are some of the stories making headlines today Donald Trump is on track to defeat Kamala Harris in a dramatic victory that would make him just the second person in American history to return to the White House after an earlier defeat Liberal National Party senator Matt Canavan won’t be withdrawing his bill that would require medical professionals to provide healthcare to fetuses described as “born alive” after an abortion Under-pressure opposition frontbencher Bridget McKenzie has apologised for failing to declare 16 flight upgrades, just over a week after she claimed to have never sought or received airline perks Back in Brisbane, the owner of a West End restaurant rammed by a ute that was then set alight, burning his business, says he doesn’t know why it was targeted, as police release CCTV footage of two suspects Net overseas migration will overshoot the federal government’s budget forecasts as students attempt to stay in the country and New Zealanders leave their weak economy in search work in Australia In entertainment news, Eurovision on Tour brings the stars, costumes and kitsch to Brisbane, with runner-up Dami Im joining winners and finalists to sing hits from the planet’s biggest and glitziest song contest After being backed in by their diminished partyroom to continue on as Labor’s leadership duo despite the election loss Steven Miles and Cameron Dick have also headed north where the party lost all three of the key northern city’s seats – leaving it with no representative in the region But Miles said the party would seek to make sure it can learn lessons from the loss and do what it can to listen and represent the city from opposition Some of the early advice we’ve had from talking to Townsville locals has been that they just felt we took too long to respond to that surge in crime many people had already made up their mind to change the government But we want to hear from Townsville locals today and over the next four years about what they want us to do between now and 2028 to regain their trust so that we can continue to deliver a really strong plan for our state I said so often over the last month or so that Townsville is so critical to the entire state economy and I’m determined to make sure that even though we won’t have members of our caucus from here in Townsville over the next four years we will be ensuring that Townsville has a really strong voice in our caucus and also in Parliament Premier David Crisafulli and has continued the LNP’s post-election pilgrimage along the coast through north and central Queensland After earlier stops in Mackay and Townsville this week the new government has been keen to show up in seats it swept from Labor and keep spruiking its “fresh start” message There was little new from Crisafulli’s morning media conference, but the premier did express openness to talk with the RACQ about daily fuel price caps – part of Labor’s pitch to voters He said the government was “happy to sit down and discuss” solutions with anyone who had ideas, and singled out planning scheme changes for potential boosts to competition Crisafulli was also asked whether the LNP would seek to scrap the previous joint state and federal Labor nomination for parts of Cape York to be given UNESCO World Heritage status a big part of it’s federal – but we haven’t turned our attention to it yet,” he said from Cairns before jetting to Rockhampton for another event for TV cameras and local media Video has captured two men running from the scene of a crash on Boundary Street before a building went up in flames overnight which police say was a stolen white Isuzu D-Max smashed into the store about 3am on Wednesday before catching fire The blaze spread to Arabella’s Middle Eastern restaurant and the shisha bar at its rear Footage from a fire that destroyed a ute and restaurant in West End on October 6 has revealed the blaze was deliberately lit Read more. A man has been bitten on the leg in the latest dingo attack on K’gari Rangers have increased patrols and warned visitors to be vigilant after Sunday’s attack which marked the 21st dingo incident at the popular tourist destination in 2024 There have been 21 incidents involving dingoes on K’gari in 2024.Credit: Peter Rae The man was walking from his car to a picnic area at Lake McKenzie when a tagged female dingo suddenly ran at him from behind The wild dog bit the man on the right calf but then retreated when he turned around and kicked sand at it Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service rangers were patrolling nearby and responded quickly “Rangers observed the dingo continuing to walk around the car park and loiter close to vehicles and people for about an hour before it returned to the bush,” senior ranger Linda Behrendorff said Environmentalists have given the green tick to just one brand of canned tuna the Australian Marine Conservation Society has evaluated the nation’s most popular tuna brands and classed them as green amber or red based on their sustainability credentials Safcol’s No Net Tuna is the only fully green-ranked product with the society ranking it a “better choice” than others Safcol’s No Net Tuna only uses fish taken by pole and line methods while others were given mixed green/red ratings for their sourcing Sirena and Aldi’s Ocean Rise tuna received mixed ratings because some of their tuna is sourced from healthy populations but they also use yellowfin tuna from overfished stocks in the Indian Ocean Cans with FAD57 or FAD51 stamped on top come from the overfished yellowfin tuna populations We know a few of our readers are paying close attention to what’s happening over in the United States Have you taken the day off work to watch TV at the pub Or are you in the office colouring in the 52 states with red and blue markers Tell us what you’re up to (and send a photo if you like) The Brisbane City Council is today taking preliminary steps to implement “smarter technology” for city traffic management systems – including AI – in its push to ease congestion Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner told ABC yesterday that it was “the holy grail effectively to move people in a growing city” “The technology that’s used at the moment was developed in Sydney back in the 1980s,” he said “When traffic is flowing normally the current system works pretty well but if it rains … if there’s an accident on a major route [or] if there’s a major event on at the Gabba or at Suncorp “The latest technology can actually predict these sort of events based on previous events of a similar occasion … and adapt the traffic flow accordingly.” with the systems expected to go to tender next year and be fully functioning ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games Brisbane is set to swap storms for severe heatwaves across the tail end of the week with temperatures expected to peak at 35 degrees on Friday Senior meteorologist Miriam Bradbury said ongoing warm weather conditions have prompted the warnings for the south-east despite some inland areas reporting up to 30mm of rain yesterday “Severe heatwaves are forecast to impact parts of Brisbane area and the Sunshine Coast over the coming days as the impact of multiple warm days and nights in a row makes itself felt,” she said “These heat waves are being driven by the persistent intense heat that has been ongoing across these areas for days – if not weeks – already.” We\\u2019ll be back tomorrow morning \\u2013 see you then Donald Trump is on track to defeat Kamala Harris in a dramatic victory that would make him Liberal National Party senator Matt Canavan won\\u2019t be withdrawing his bill that would require medical professionals Under-pressure opposition frontbencher Bridget McKenzie has apologised for failing to declare 16 flight upgrades the owner of a West End restaurant rammed by a ute that was then set alight says he doesn\\u2019t know why it was targeted Net overseas migration will overshoot the federal government\\u2019s budget forecasts as students attempt to stay in the country and New Zealanders After being backed in by their diminished partyroom despite where the party lost all three of the key northern city\\u2019s seats \\u2013 leaving it with no representative in the region Some of the early advice we\\u2019ve had from talking to Townsville locals has been that they just felt we took too long to respond to that surge in crime and I\\u2019m determined to make sure that even though we won\\u2019t have members of our caucus from here in Townsville over the next four years Premier David Crisafulli and has continued the LNP\\u2019s post-election pilgrimage along the coast through north and central Queensland the new government has been keen to show up in seats it swept from Labor and keep spruiking its \\u201Cfresh start\\u201D message There was little new from Crisafulli\\u2019s morning media conference but the premier did express openness to talk with the RACQ about daily fuel price caps \\u2013 He said the government was \\u201Chappy to sit down and discuss\\u201D solutions with anyone who had ideas and singled out for potential boosts to competition Crisafulli was also asked whether the LNP would seek to scrap the previous joint state and federal Labor nomination for parts of Cape York to be given a big part of it\\u2019s federal \\u2013 but we haven\\u2019t turned our attention to it yet,\\u201D he said from Cairns The blaze spread to Arabella\\u2019s Middle Eastern restaurant and the shisha bar at its rear A man has been bitten on the leg in the latest dingo attack on K\\u2019gari Rangers have increased patrols and warned visitors to be vigilant after Sunday\\u2019s attack \\u201CRangers observed the dingo continuing to walk around the car park and loiter close to vehicles and people for about an hour before it returned to the bush,\\u201D senior ranger Linda Behrendorff said Brisbane City Council\\u2019s decision to approve a high-rise residential development around the old Spring Hill Hotel has been taken to the Land and Environment Court have appealed the council\\u2019s decision to approve the project by Dibcorp Investments No the Australian Marine Conservation Society has evaluated the nation\\u2019s most popular tuna brands and classed them as green Safcol\\u2019s No Net Tuna is the only fully green-ranked product with the society ranking it a \\u201Cbetter choice\\u201D than others Safcol\\u2019s No Net Tuna only uses fish taken by pole and line methods Sirena and Aldi\\u2019s Ocean Rise tuna received mixed ratings because some of their tuna is sourced from healthy populations We know a few of our readers are paying close attention to what\\u2019s happening over in the United States Tell us what you\\u2019re up to (and send a photo if you like) The Brisbane City Council is today taking preliminary steps to implement \\u201Csmarter technology\\u201D for city traffic management systems \\u2013 including AI \\u2013 in its push to ease congestion Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner told ABC yesterday that it was \\u201Cthe holy grail effectively to move people in a growing city\\u201D \\u201CThe technology that\\u2019s used at the moment was developed in Sydney back in the 1980s,\\u201D he said \\u201CWhen traffic is flowing normally the current system works pretty well but if it rains \\u2026 if there\\u2019s an accident on a major route [or] if there\\u2019s a major event on at the Gabba or at Suncorp \\u201CThe latest technology can actually predict these sort of events based on previous events of a similar occasion \\u2026 and adapt the traffic flow accordingly.\\u201D \\u201CSevere heatwaves are forecast to impact parts of Brisbane area and the Sunshine Coast over the coming days as the impact of multiple warm days and nights in a row makes itself felt,\\u201D she said \\u201CThese heat waves are being driven by the persistent intense heat that has been ongoing across these areas for days \\u2013 if not weeks \\u2013 already.\\u201D Police are seeking public assistance to locate a 15-year-old-boy missing from Redbank Plains The boy was last seen at a Spring Hill address after leaving a Redbank Plains residence on March 22 The boy (pictured) is described as First Nations brown eyes and has a scar on his right eyebrow Police are appealing for anyone with further information If you have information for police on this The owners of Spring Hill hotel Soho Brisbane are taking legal action over plans for a 15-storey hotel that would overlook their establishment Soho Corporation and Starville have filed a notice of appeal in the Planning and Environment Court arguing Brisbane City Council was wrong to approve the Wickham Hill development in December The 15-storey hotel would include 92 suites.Credit: Rothelowman architects function facility and a restaurant or cafe But the owners of the neighbouring Soho argued that the height scale and form of the new hotel did not suit Spring Hill and would cause too much disruption during construction While the developer convinced the council the hotel design reflected “the heritage identity of Wickham the companies argued it did “not reinforce the diverse architecture and urban form that characterises Spring Hill” “[The hotel] does not deliver high-quality subtropical architecture and does not contain adequate landscaping features which are open engaging and green with shaded spaces and opportunities to interact with the street,” the Soho owners said “[It] is not designed to provide a slender tower that is .. designed to maintain the openness of street vistas with adequate spacing between buildings to allow for light penetration The Soho owners also feared the new hotel’s rooftop terrace could adversely impact their business “The approved development exceeds all reasonable community expectations about what could be developed on the land and that is not justified by the street or local context The proposed development is a poor planning outcome,” they said The site for the new hotel is about 200 metres west of the landmark Spring Hill windmill and fronts both Wickham Terrace and Penton Lane The current view from the Soho Hotel.Credit: Soho Hotel Brisbane developer Packhill bought the site in 2021 for $6.5 million Director John Tauk said Packhill sat on the property for some time before it decided to go forward with plans for a hotel Several new hotels have been planned for Brisbane in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter Soho Corporation and Starville have filed a notice of appeal in the Planning and Environment Court arguing Brisbane City Council was wrong to approve in December While the developer convinced the council the hotel design reflected \\u201Cthe heritage identity of Wickham Craigston and Spring Hill Reservoir\\u201D the companies argued it did \\u201Cnot reinforce the diverse architecture and urban form that characterises Spring Hill\\u201D \\u201C[The hotel] does not deliver high-quality subtropical architecture and does not contain adequate landscaping features which are open engaging and green with shaded spaces and opportunities to interact with the street,\\u201D the Soho owners said \\u201C[It] is not designed to provide a slender tower that is .. The Soho owners also feared the new hotel\\u2019s rooftop terrace could adversely impact their business \\u201CThe approved development exceeds all reasonable community expectations about what could be developed on the land and that is not justified by the street or local context The proposed development is a poor planning outcome,\\u201D they said have been planned for Brisbane in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInTYLER Texas (KLTV) - Former Spring Hill Panther Josiah Mackey hit an RBI double as part of a rally for TJC as they came up short in a 19-16 loss to McLennan on Monday The sophomore entered the game as a replacement at catcher and was 1-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored Mackey’s double came in the seventh inning to cut the deficit to 17-9 It was his third double of the season and ninth RBI Preston Newberry (Tyler Legacy) had a hit and a walk Simon Hughes (Livingston) pitched an inning in relief giving up two runs off of a hit and three walk Landon Miller (Tyler) had a walk and scored a run TJC (32-19) hosts Grayson for a doubleheader on Wednesday McLennan (36-16) travels to Gainesville to play North Central Texas The unlisted Cromwell Direct Property Fund has sold a Brisbane near-city office building off-market to a local investment group for $41.5m as activity picks up in the Queensland capital’s fringe market but Cromwell said the price for 433 Boundary Street in Spring Hill was a 3.8 per cent premium to its most recent external valuation of $40m at the end of December JLL’s Elliott O’Shea and Seb Turnbull handled the deal which reflects a passing yield of about 8.09 per cent and shows the demand for offices in Brisbane ­particularly for assets that have short to medium-term value-add ­opportunities The asset comprises a three-level office building that is fully leased to secondary education provider IES College with about five years remaining on the lease It sits on a prominent 3776sq m land holding 1km from the CBD The 6196sq m building has two levels of basement parking for 115 cars “Elevated construction costs, partnered with the current cost of capital, are making new office ­development of any scale challenging,” Mr O’Shea said. “This, coupled with a buoyant leasing market, has led to double-digit rental growth.” The building last traded in 2017, when it was sold by Alceon Group to Cromwell for $42m. realcommercial.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. “Elevated construction costs, partnered with the current cost of capital, are making new office ­development of any scale challenging,” Mr O’Shea said when it was sold by Alceon Group to Cromwell for $42m Sydney-based Oracle Estates has submitted plans for a two-tower apartment project in Brisbane's Spring Hill The development at 25 Fortescue Street will bring 252 apartments to the burgeoning Spring Hill market will accommodate social and affordable housing will rise 14 levels and include 115 apartments will reach 15 levels and contain 137 apartments The development will also feature 115 parking spaces distributed across two basement levels Designed by Rothelowman the architectural style of the development is described as a bold subtropical expression "The design seeks humility in its respect for the daily life of future residents A clear focus on the way in which people will live within this place allows for an outcome that prioritises liveability longevity and care; design enabling a simple way of life." Symmetry and repetition in the building's plan and elevations contribute to a timeless aesthetic, while textured vertical panels and reflective glazing add to the building's visual appeal. The development also includes a newly created laneway connecting Little Edward Street and Fortescue Street, serving as both a connective and communal space. "The masterplan for the site seeks to create a sense of communal engagement. The newly created laneway acts as both a connective space but also a collective one." This laneway will function as a lobby, play area, garden, work zone, and gathering space, fostering communal engagement and a sense of collective ownership among residents. Commercial spaces along Little Edward Street, , likely cafes and restaurants, will enhance the street frontage. We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia. We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home! Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInTYLER, Texas (KLTV) - For the first time in school history, Spring Hill High School will have eight students competing in the state welding competition. Competing will be seven boys and one girl. Corey Wright, welding instructor at Spring Hill, took over the program four years ago. We spoke with him and two of the students who qualified for state. Picture suppliedThe buyer of the top-priced bull at Spring Hill Angus' on-property sale said while the price was higher than he expected the bull was a rare find and he couldn't pass him up All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueThe top-priced bull sold to JTR Cattle Company and Melon Pastoral By Musgrave 316 Stunner and out of Spring Hill New Dream N1 his estimated breeding values included +12.2 eye muscle area and +2.8 intramuscular fat He also recorded +2.2 birthweight and +124 600-day weight had not set out to buy a bull when they visited local studs during Southern Beef Week but Spring Hill Stunner caught their eye and he was too good to pass up Mr Reid said the bull had EBVs well above average across all traits and was structurally very impressive stretchy front end in the bull with so much muscle and power that he carries right down through that lower third," he said "We haven't really been able to find any like him in the industry at this point "Every time I got out bidded I just thought 'where else am I going to find bull like this' The price was higher than they had hoped but Mr Reid said it was a quality draft and the bull would likely have sold for $50,000 or more at a bigger-name stud He favoured the bull's growth traits to put weight into weaners and he would be collected and used both in the stud and commercially Mr Reid said they also planned to market semen Five bulls equalled the second top price of $14,000 with three of them purchased by Sheridan Zuev The bull also had 200-,400- and 600- day growth of +70 Ms Zuev purchased Another Three Rivers son Her other purchases included the $14,000 Spring Hill Broken Bow T129 and Spring Hill Three Rivers T155 for $7000 selected five bulls to a $14,000 top to average $8000 The operation's top pick was another Three Rivers son in Spring Hill T187 Hamworth Station paid $14,000 for the Sterling Pacific 904 son Other volume buyers included Wicklow Properties who paid to $8000 to average $6800 across its draft of five The Helmsman auction sold 30 of 42 bulls by the fall of the hammer to average $9138 He said the top-priced bull had generated the most interest in the leadup to the sale and he made about what he expected It was especially pleasing to sell the bull go to another stud There was good support from return buyers and prices were fair Nutrien Goulburn conducted the sale with AuctionsPlus providing the online interface Bec is livestock editor for The Land. She has previously worked for Stock & Land in Victoria, the ABC in Kununurra, and newspapers in Kalgoorlie and New Zealand. Contact her at bec.nadge@theland.com.au Our twice weekly wrap of the latest in rural property sales Our twice weekly wrap of the big news in the red meat sector Industry news from Australia's dairy sector The week's top stories curated by our news team Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The following was provided by event organizers: Spring Hill College presents Soiree sur L’Avenue It is a celebration of Spring Hill College’s French Heritage and will benefit the Presidential Leadership Fund For tickets visit, www.shc.edu/soiree A render showing level 2 at 185 Wharf St Spring Hill A new residential development is taking the ‘Australian dream’ up – not out – with everything from dedicated kids’ play and off-leash dog areas to work-from-home spaces catered for the $280 million Cbus development is already 10 months into construction and will rise 30 levels above historic Spring Hill in Brisbane Described as a “first-of-its-kind development in the inner north city pocket” with an initial limited release of 50 apartments coming soon It is the second residential development for Cbus in Brisbane after the successful completion of 443 Queen St MORE: Penthouse owned by late Aussie TV legend Reg Grundy for sale Insane feature in Aussie home you won’t believe Inside ‘top of the world’ luxe estate with 180-degree views picture of the recently completed 443 Queen Street in the Brisbane CBD Kangaroo Point Friday 19th April 2024 Picture David Clark Cbus Property CEO Adrian Pozzo said 185 Wharf St was set to redefine urban family living providing a turn-key option for inner suburban buyers who otherwise would be looking to purchase a renovator’s delight “We saw a unique opportunity to create something truly special for Brisbane – a place where families can grow and enjoy all the perks of city life without sacrificing the warmth of a home,” said Mr Pozzo “We also are committed to developing healthy future-focused residences that have a lower impact on the environment and 185 Wharf St builds on our unrelenting sustainable design philosophy which is centred around creating and managing world-leading buildings Located in what is being called “Brisbane’s next residential hotspot” the development is close to the city’s most sought-after schools Ranging from two to four-bedroom residences and exclusive penthouses There will be a maximum of six residences per floor allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living that “mimics the traditional front and back yard” A subtropical garden space will be located on level two and will feature a range of indoor and outdoor spaces including a pool and spa landscaped open gardens with an outdoor barbeque and an indoor dining space There will also be a dedicated kids’ play space It is being constructed by Hutchinson Builders Rothelowman’s principal architect Jeff Brown said that resident experience and wellbeing were at the forefront of all design considerations and material selections “Acting as a catalyst for the suburb’s regeneration features an eye-catching terracotta palette and the facade combines precast concrete and floor-to-ceiling glazing for a conservatory-style design,” he said “The green hue of the glass complements the terracotta tones of the stone-like concrete while the heavily planted landscaping on the ground floor creates a warm spilling out onto the street to welcome residents and visitors “Intentional in design … the entry through this generous garden space creates a calm transition zone between the city and home capturing the importance of integrating greenery and open space to contribute to both the community and the wellness of residents.” The project is aiming to achieve a 5 Star Green Star Buildings v1 rating with the building to have a high-thermal performance and the all-electric residences powered by onsite and offsite renewable energy The latest REA Market Trends report shows that the median house price in Spring Hill has increased 54.8 per cent in just three years to $1,807,500 while units have increased 19.6 per cent to $484,500 the Roma St Parklands and Fortitude Valley terrace houses and restored heritage listed buildings Historic landmarks include The Windmill in Wickham Park This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. 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About InDaily Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInCHARLOTTE (KLTV) - Former Spring Hill Panther Marshall Lipsey had a hit and drove in a run in Florida Atlantic’s 4-2 loss to Charlotte on Sunday The junior started in center field and batted leadoff Lipsey went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI Lipsey singled into center field to bring in a run and put the Owls on the board Lipsey is batting .328 this year and has driven in 33 runs 10-8) will host in-state rival Florida International for a midweek tilt on Tuesday Bronwyn Borghesi was in the clifftop garden of her McCrae home surveying the Port Phillip Bay coastline below and admiring her “best bean crop ever” By Tuesday morning, the Borghesis’ homegrown veggie crop was at the bottom of the cliff, buried under tonnes of sodden earth that had just collapsed onto Nick and Kellie Moran’s three-storey house below Gerry and Bronwyn Borghesi at the bottom of the hill where a landslide destroyed the home below theirs.Credit: Simon Schluter Bronwyn and Gerry Borghesi bought their home in 2014 but it has stood atop the cliff for almost a century They have never at any stage feared it might be on unstable ground further back from the cliff than most of the other houses in this area,” Bronwyn says “It was the only house on the whole cliff so [the builders] picked the prime position … We feel the old girl’s been there through a lot of things and hasn’t shown any signs of movement.” But the clifftop section of the Borghesis’ property has suffered three landslips since November 2022 culminating in Tuesday’s terrifying collapse another three houses were damaged and a council worker was injured The landslide forced the indefinite evacuation of almost a dozen homes on the Borghesis’ street and in the lane below The landslide in McCrae happened in an area that was previously known as Spring Hill The Borghesis’ home is top right.Credit: Joe Armao The Borghesis live in a part of the Mornington Peninsula that was once known as Spring Hill owing to the many natural underground springs that flow from the summit of Arthurs Seat into the bay There are parts of Mornington Peninsula Shire that are covered by an erosion management overlay a planning safeguard that is meant to “protect areas prone to erosion landslip or other land degradation processes by minimising land disturbance and inappropriate development” But there is no such overlay on properties in McCrae despite its long history of subterranean water flows David Kennedy, a professor in physical geography at the University of Melbourne has spent 20 years studying erosion on Victoria’s coastline and says many of the houses on the McCrae hillside are built on an ancient sea cliff that is prone to erosion He says the area will always be vulnerable to landslides because the terrain is a mixture of hard granite and softer earth “It’s an area that probably shouldn’t be built on because it’s already quite steep The hill is lined with old gullies where water has flowed towards the bay forcing natural flows to find a new way to the water what change have we done that has turned it from an old cliff and what would have been bush area when we developed it I would be suspicious that there are old gullies that have been in-filled in that cliff face and they’re going to funnel more water through.” The Borghesis are in litigation with the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council in two separate matters in the Building Appeals Board and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal The couple declined to comment on the litigation but say subterranean water movement was a well-known feature of the neighbourhood for many decades They say it is unreasonable to try to pin responsibility for any landslip caused by water movement on one property owner “It is beyond comprehension to say we are responsible and no one has been able to explain it,” Gerry Borghesi says “Water has run down here for a hundred years What is the scientific and technically justified basis to say we are accountable?” The council is investigating the source of the water that led to this week’s landslide the water corporation that services the area Both have so far declined to comment on their investigations The council also declined to comment on the Borghesis’ litigation A McCrae street damaged by underground water before Tuesday’s landslide.Credit: Adam Carey Displaced residents were told at a closed-door meeting on Wednesday that a sinkhole had been located six to seven metres beneath Charlesworth Street It was being investigated as the potential source of the water movement that caused the landslip the investigative teams had dug a large hole in the sinkhole’s location a McCrae resident who did not want to reveal her surname estimated the hole was about four metres deep She says she observed water bubbling up from the sinkhole location onto the road in late December and alerted South East Water It was bubbling up through the road and coming down the gutters.” followed by a minor landslip near the Borghesis’ house in early January and then the major one on Tuesday The Morans had already been evacuated when their house was destroyed A municipal surveyor who was inspecting their property on Tuesday was injured in the landslide and underwent surgery on his leg surveying the Port Phillip Bay coastline below and admiring her \\u201Cbest bean crop ever\\u201D the Borghesis\\u2019 homegrown veggie crop was at the bottom of the cliff buried under tonnes of sodden earth that had just collapsed onto below further back from the cliff than most of the other houses in this area,\\u201D Bronwyn says \\u201CIt was the only house on the whole cliff so [the builders] picked the prime position \\u2026 We feel the old girl\\u2019s been there through a lot of things and hasn\\u2019t shown any signs of movement.\\u201D But the clifftop section of the Borghesis\\u2019 property has suffered three landslips since November 2022 culminating in Tuesday\\u2019s terrifying collapse when the Morans\\u2019 house was destroyed The landslide forced the indefinite evacuation of almost a dozen homes on the Borghesis\\u2019 street and in the lane below a planning safeguard that is meant to \\u201Cprotect areas prone to erosion by minimising land disturbance and inappropriate development\\u201D in physical geography at the University of Melbourne has spent 20 years studying erosion on Victoria\\u2019s coastline and says many of the houses on the McCrae hillside are built on an ancient sea cliff that is prone to erosion \\u201CIt\\u2019s an area that probably shouldn\\u2019t be built on because it\\u2019s already quite steep and they\\u2019re going to funnel more water through.\\u201D \\u201CIt is beyond comprehension to say we are responsible and no one has been able to explain it,\\u201D Gerry Borghesi says \\u201CWater has run down here for a hundred years What is the scientific and technically justified basis to say we are accountable?\\u201D The council is investigating the source of the water that led to this week\\u2019s landslide The council also declined to comment on the Borghesis\\u2019 litigation the investigative teams had dug a large hole in the sinkhole\\u2019s location It was bubbling up through the road and coming down the gutters.\\u201D followed by a minor landslip near the Borghesis\\u2019 house in early January and then the major one on Tuesday We recognise you are attempting to access this website from a country belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA) including the EU which enforces the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and therefore cannot grant you access at this time e-mail us at News@PascoNewsonline.com or call us at 727-351-0007 County Commissioners approved the rezoning of a 7.2-acre undeveloped property in Spring Hill from Planned Development Project-Recreational- PDP(REC) LLC requested the rezoning of the property located on the east side of Waterfall Drive The Future Land Use Map designates the property as residential Southern Valley Homes intends to build a residential subdivision with ten .5-acre lots Contact us: [email protected] aldermen candidates: Election Day April 10The Daily HeraldThe mayoral and aldermen election will take place in Spring Hill on April 10 Citizens will be able to vote on the city mayor and four aldermen seats on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen Incumbent mayor Jim Hagaman faces three challengers as he vies to claim his second term Only Spring Hill residents are able to vote in the election Find your voting precinct here: https://web.go-vote-tn.elections.tn.gov/ View a sample ballot here: https://www.maurycounty-tn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5575/2025-Spring-Hill-Sample-Ballot-for-website For more election information visit, https://www.springhilltn.org/325/Elections To continue to represent and serve our citizens first What specific experience and qualifications do you have that make you the ideal candidate for this position one of my campaign platforms was to change the trajectoryof the irresponsible growth that had been going on for several years I will continue to champion for intelligent growth What do you see as the top challenges for Spring Hill and how do you plan to contribute to addressing those There are solutions I have been working on that are in thepipeline The options for solutions take representation and buy in from many stake holders I willcontinue to team up with all stake holders What do you see as the top opportunities for Spring Hill and how do you plan to utilize those to move our community forward We have an opportunity to build a hospital; to construct another outdoor park and recreation area;to create an airport; and to build a new library All of these opportunities serve our city positively.I have supported them and will continue to do so How do you plan to work collaboratively with each municipality in the county to ensure the decisions being made in the best interest of Maury County as a whole Spring Hill is located in one of the fastest growing areas in the state and country This tremendous growth will require new and improvised infrastructure (i.e. etc.) How do you plan to provide these infrastructure improvements The long summed up answer is: It is not a good thing to brag and say “…we are one of the fastestgrowing…” What I want to be known for is: “We are one of the most responsible growing areas inthe state and country.” To attain this posture takes numerous people in influential roles that areWILLING to make it a reality What does thoughtful and sustainable growth in Spring Hill look like to you Do not contribute to the issues we already have I will not say “yes” to anyrezone that would give vested rights to a development that would not benefit citizens FIRST What does a successful term look like to you A term where I am remembered for integrity and God saying “Welldone good and faithful servant” how do you plan to partner with both the Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance and Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce to make Maury County the best place to live and work We will continue to develop our partnership to attain our mutual goalswhich is to serve our businesses and our citizens I’m running for Mayor because I believe in our City and its future We have anincredible opportunity to seize upon our potential and deliver results that benefit the entirecommunity Spring Hill needsleadership that understands our challenges and how effective local government works I’m running forMayor because I’m ready to see Spring Hill thrive I have served Spring Hill for ten years as Alderman I've served continually on the Planning Commission was chair of the Transportation Advisory Committee and currently am Chair of the Budget and Finance Advisory Committee My decade of service has given me a comprehensive understanding of our most pressing issues; planning I have served on task forces for the donation and transfer of Rippavilla to the City as well as the writing of the United development code as I have authored close to 60 pieces of legislation I've focused tax dollars on key infrastructure projects and ensure that new developments make significant financial contributions to our community needs All these achievements required building consensus amongst my fellow board members and external stakeholders I have the existing relationships needed to lead I've demonstrated that I am an effective leader who can get things done I have a very deep understanding of Spring Hill's challenges and opportunities And all of the largest challenges facing Spring Hill are items that will be solved in partnership with others or delivering upon our major economic opportunities - all of those victories are going to come through regional and state level partnerships and working collaboratively with private industry The top issue that Spring Hill's next Mayor must solve is ensuring that our city is well represented in these partnerships Spring Hill citizens deserve a Mayor who will put in the hard work developing relationships and rapport with other stakeholders so that we can solve problems together Our Mayor must attend GNRC policy board meetings Our Mayor must work synergistically with county leaders and state elected officials Our Mayor must have working relationships with small business owners and economic partners Our Mayor must be able to communicate effectively across all these relationships and make certain that Spring Hill’s interests are well represented Completion of the advanced water purification (Project SWIFT) is the top opportunity for Spring Hill over the next four years Identifying a utility project as a top opportunity is a bit unordinary however this is a potential generational solution to Spring Hill’s wet utility capacity needs but we’re also talking about a program that can fundamentally change the way TDEC views opportunities across Tennessee SWIFT stands for Strategic Water Infrastructure For Tennessee – this isn’t just a Spring Hill project Spring Hill has an opportunity to be the leader in the state when it comes to advanced water purification and long-term utility capacity solutions From a more traditional economic development opportunity perspective Spring Hill is in a unique situation in that we have multiple projects that can generate significant job creation and economic growth Legacy Pointe and the Spring Hill Commerce Center are each poised to deliver significant high paying employment opportunities and greatly diversify the City’s nonproperty tax revenue base It will be critical over the next four years that we have a Mayor in place who can partner with these projects Any City in Tennessee would be ecstatic to have the potential of just one of these projects Spring Hill has three and our leaders must deliver on them How do you plan to work collaboratively with each municipality and the county to ensure the decisions being made are in the best interest of Maury County as a whole Building relationships with other municipalities and the County starts with availability and communication We can find areas of common ground and work cooperatively to advance shared interests The proposed Cumberland water transmission line is a great opportunity for all of Maury County to work together Today we are all dependent upon the Duck River for safe we have an opportunity to deliver decades worth of safe clean drinking water to all of Maury County without further stressing the Duck River Job creation and economic growth in one part of the county similarly lifts everyone together Spring Hill’s large economic projects can keep jobs and sales tax dollars inside the county which in turn funds our public school system As Spring Hill worked with the County the past few years on TIF approvals we were certain to only bring forward projects that would be a win for the entire County and support educational funding This tremendous growth will require new and improved infrastructure (i.e. How do you plan to provide these infrastructure improvements Spring Hill’s largest infrastructure challenges are not projects that the City can tackle by itself Interstate 65 and Hwy 31 improvements will have to be in partnership with the GNRC and TDOT It’s critical to Spring Hill’s success that we have a Mayor who will invest in relationships with our regional and state partners The Spring Hill Mayor must have strong relationships and trust with our county Mayors other municipal Mayors and state elected leaders as well our greatest utility infrastructure challenges are also going to be solved as part of regional solutions and in partnership with others CPWS relationships are critical to the success of the advance water purification project and the Cumberland River water transmission line Spring Hill has always partnered with both Maury and Williamson County when it comes to building public school facilities We’ve expedited the Planning Commission approval process waived fees and done what we can to help schools open on time Thoughtful and sustainable growth in Spring Hill is continuing to diversify our economic base while still supporting GM’s presence to build a more resilient economy We will engage with small businesses to add local character and charm Spring Hill will continue to invest in capital infrastructure needs Currently 80% of the Spring Hill budget goes towards roads public safety and utilities – we’ll continue to make those investments I was part of the team that was able to secure and permanently protect Rippa Villa as a public property We’re partnering with the Battle of Franklin Trust to regain additional battlefield land and will take advantage of other opportunities in the future as well to protect and preserve historic properties We will protect the Duck River and our other natural resources as we complete our long-range utility projects Adding commercial office space will reduce commuter traffic and provide fiscal stability as well I have made accessibility and communication a cornerstone of my public service I write and send a monthly newsletter that 7,200 people subscribe to (you can sign up here: https://rebrand I am well known for regularly posting updates and City news to my social media accounts my cell phone number will appear as a top result I very intentionally ensure that I am not just available but proactively communicate with everyone in Spring Hill as well Citizens deserve to hear from their elected representatives on a regular basis and not just during campaigns for office I will continue to look for new ways to reach a larger audience and ensure that I’m communicating in a way that is beneficial to citizens Spring Hill also needs to return to previous practices when it comes to public comment at our Board of Mayor and Aldermen meetings and a second opportunity was available at the end of meetings for anyone who sat through the meeting In 2021 the time limit was reduced to 4 minutes (20% reduction) and the second opportunity was removed If you take the time to come down to City Hall to speak to your elected representatives I’m going to make sure you have ample speaking time A successful Mayoral term would simply be making progress on the challenges facing Spring Hill There is no finish line for the City and the City will never run out of challenges or needs The goal for any public servant should be to make progress improve the quality of life in their community and move the ball forward We’re stewards of the community; we’re caretakers of the office It’s our job to make progress and leave both the City and the office in a better position than when we began success will be improving our relationships with state and making progress on our various infrastructure needs while improving citizens quality of life Spring Hill has never held strategic planning sessions with either Chamber Identifying where there is overlap between Spring Hill’s long-range goals and the long-range goals of both organizations needs to occur so that we all can identify common areas of interest We can create a common economic development vision that will benefit both Spring Hill and larger Maury County Spring Hill has unparalleled economic opportunities in June Lake Legacy Pointe and the Spring Hill Commerce Center We have to work cooperatively with the Spring Hill Chamber Williamson Inc and TNECD if we want to see those projects fulfill their potential Each has the potential to substantially improve Maury Co as an even better place to live and work Maury Alliance and the Spring Hill Chamber should all strive to present a united front when it comes to business recruitment and promoting our region Sharing data and market research across organizations can help us all leverage knowledge into wins for citizens and our business community Candidate: John CanepariWhy are you running for this position I am running for Mayor to leverage my extensive experience in addressing the pressing issues our city faces allowing me to deeply understand Spring Hill’s governance and community needs My qualifications are rooted in transparency I prioritize collaboration with both citizens and staff ensuring that every voice is heard and valued laying the groundwork for effective governance The foremost challenges we face are the capacity issues regarding our water and sewer systems and work diligently to secure state and federal funding while also addressing the financial implications of our growth to sustain our services Spring Hill has significant opportunities for economic growth particularly east of I-65 and with the planned U.S I plan to capitalize on these developments to boost tourism and expand our commercial tax base I plan to engage in regular meetings with other municipal leaders and their teams to foster strategies that serve the best interests of both counties ensuring our collective decisions enhance community welfare and these will require strategic planning and funding I will advocate for infrastructure projects while prioritizing our budget effectively Members of BOMA will need to be courageous and transparent with voters about the financial necessities of these improvements Sustainable growth means balancing development with the preservation of quality of life It involves careful planning to ensure that infrastructure and services can keep pace with growth while maintaining the charm and character that makes Spring Hill special I am committed to open communication with my constituents through my website Accessibility and transparency are foundational to my approach as your Mayor A successful term would mark the initiation of significant projects such as a new library and enhanced health insurance benefits for our first responders setting a precedent for comprehensive employee welfare I will work closely with both the Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance and the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce by allocating city resources to support initiatives that bolster economic development while continually engaging with their leadership to align our goals McCreadieWhy are you running for this position presents an opportunity to address several pressing issues and guide the city toward a prosperous future My key reasons to consider my candidacy include: Infrastructure and Traffic Management: Spring Hill has experienced rapid growth Residents have expressed concerns about prolonged commute times and inadequate road infrastructure Addressing these challenges by improving roadways and traffic flow is essential to enhance daily life for citizens Public Safety Enhancements: Recent incidents including pedestrian accidents and concerns over street safety highlight the need for improved public safety measures and community policing initiatives can help ensure a safer environment for all residents I am spearheading a nonprofit Walk Bike Spring Hill chapter Sustainable Urban Planning: The city’s expansion has led to challenges in maintaining its rural charm while accommodating new developments Promoting sustainable urban planning practices can help balance growth with the preservation of natural and cultural resources ensuring that development enhances rather than detracts from the community’s character Economic Diversification and Support for Local Businesses: While Spring Hill has a strong manufacturing base diversifying the local economy can provide resilience against economic downturns Supporting small businesses and attracting a variety of industries can create job opportunities and strengthen the city’s economic foundation Community Engagement and Transparency: Fostering open communication between the city’s administration and its resident’s is crucial Encouraging community involvement in decision-making processes and ensuring transparency can build trust and create a more inclusive governance model I can address current challenges and lead Spring Hill toward a future Real Estate & Financial Services Expertise (30+ Years) Understanding of Growth Dynamics: - My decades of experience in real estate financial services give me a unique understanding of Spring Hill’s rapid growth challenges and development patterns evolve with population growth - I understand how infrastructure investments impact home values - My financial services background equips me to evaluate budgets and propose fiscally responsible initiatives to sustain Spring Hill’s growth Community Roots & Local Knowledge (Nearly 25 Years in Spring Hill) - I have nearly 25 years of Spring Hill residency I share the lived experience of residents who have seen Spring Hill evolve from a quieter town to a thriving city - My longstanding presence allows me to connect authentically with citizens across different neighborhoods - I have made an investment in the community over the years demonstrating dedication to its success and well-being - The real estate financial services sector is competitive and dynamic My ability to thrive for 30+ years shows resilience - Collaboration with Community Stakeholders: - I’ve worked alongside real estate agents giving me a broad network and insight into collaborative community-building efforts especially with social media strategies and engaging diverse audiences is directly transferable to public engagement efforts as mayor Hands-On Experience with Growth Challenges: - I’ve witnessed the development trends in Spring Hill and understand the infrastructure needs resulting from population surges - My understanding of growth and urban planning’s financial aspects I’m well-positioned to advocate for responsible Communication & Community Engagement Social Media and Digital Marketing Experience: - My marketing experience can be leveraged to foster community engagement and consistent communication with Spring Hill residents - My passion for connecting with residents and addressing their concerns aligns with the mayor’s role as a community advocate How These Qualifications Translate to Leadership: - Infrastructure Planning: I understand the relationship between development and infrastructure demands - Economic Growth: I recognize the importance of attracting new businesses while supporting existing ones - Community Engagement: I have the skills to connect with residents across platforms and demographics I’ve added comments suggesting ways to address key challenges like school capacity bringing increased traffic congestion and pressure on our roads We need to create a sustainable infrastructure that keeps traffic moving and our neighborhoods connected and responsible growth planning to ensure our infrastructure keeps pace with our community’s needs - Public safety is the foundation of a thriving community and emergency services while also implementing preventative safety measures like better crosswalks - My commitment is to ensure every resident feels safe and supported whether walking their children to school or heading to work - Spring Hill’s economy has flourished thanks to our hardworking residents and strong local businesses With my background in financial services and real estate I understand what businesses need to grow and succeed I’ll champion initiatives to support our small businesses and create more jobs— while preserving the charm that makes Spring Hill unique I see incredible opportunities in Spring Hill such as advancements in technology innovation - I will address traffic congestion with updated transportation plans and partnerships to improve mobility across Spring Hill - I will also implement community programs to improve neighborhood relationships and preparedness - I will include plans for attracting new industries and supporting workforce training programs to create more job opportunities and create more jobs—while preserving the charm that makes Spring Hill unique We will leverage our community’s engaged population to build volunteer initiatives and partnerships I plan to work collaboratively with each municipality and Maury County officials to ensure that decisions made reflect the best interests of the entire county Through regular intergovernmental meetings we can create cohesive strategies that benefit all communities we can build a future that honors our past while preparing for tomorrow We will develop a comprehensive infrastructure improvement plan Funding will be pursued through a mix of local bonds Thoughtful and sustainable growth means ensuring our infrastructure and community development are aligned with long-term goals This includes carefully planning for residential and public spaces that preserve our small-town charm while meeting modern needs transparent communication with constituents by implementing regular town halls and a dedicated communication portal where residents can share concerns and ideas directly with city leadership I will institute a “walk with the mayor or bike with the Mayor” regular events which would forge a more approachable and bring community together as the mayor - Infrastructure Improvements: Completion of key road expansions and upgraded water systems to support our growing population - Community Safety Enhancements: Increased community engagement programs - Economic Growth: Attraction of new industries - Community Engagement: A more informed and involved public through regular town halls and accessible communication platforms I will also partner with both the Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance and the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce to foster initiatives that promote business growth we can make Maury County the best place to live and work.