Imbil's stories to be uncovered through streetscape revitalisation consultation

Imbil residents are being invited to shape the future of their town centre, with the planned Imbil Streetscape Revitalisation progressing to the next phase of community consultation this month.**

Gympie Regional Council is partnering with Queensland Hydro and Fourfold Studios to deliver comprehensive community consultation over coming months, which will be used to inform a Streetscape and Heritage Park Concept Plan.

Building on the ‘Our Towns’ project in 2017, Council is reconnecting with the local community to refresh the Concept Masterplan and capture Imbil’s identity and local aspirations.

Queensland community engagement specialists Fourfold Studios will be hitting the ground from this week to meet with businesses and the broader community and host a series of workshops and community sessions to identify the stories and character of Imbil, and ideas for township improvements.

Gympie Regional Council Mayor Glen Hartwig said community input was critical in shaping the streetscape revitalisation and encouraged residents to take part.

“This is an exciting project for our region, and a unique opportunity to tell the story of Imbil, its rich heritage, and local icons,” Mayor Hartwig said.

“The goal of this community engagement is to revisit the existing masterplan which was completed in 2017, understand what is happening now, unpack the community’s aspirations for the future, and develop an understanding of Imbil’s identity and vision.

“There will be heaps of opportunities for the community to be involved, with online surveys, pop up sessions, workshops, and school sessions all set to take place over the next few months.

“From there, the team will collate the community’s input and check in to ensure we’ve got it right before a final concept is completed and presented to Council later this year.”

Queensland Hydro CEO Kieran Cusack said it is important to engage with communities to align and support meaningful initiatives that will provide a positive and enduring legacy.

“Queensland Hydro recognises that our responsibilities extend beyond the projects themselves and is committed to achieving the best outcomes for local communities near our proposed projects. The Imbil Streetscape Revitalisation aligns with our vision of delivering enduring legacies as part of our approach to community benefits, and we are proud to support initiatives that build community connectedness and preserve the unique history and culture of Imbil.

"We're pleased to support Gympie Regional Council, Fourfold Studios and the community to bring this important project for Imbil to life.

Imbil residents are encouraged to take part in the upcoming community engagement opportunities, as well as contribute their ideas through an online survey on Council’s website.

Residents can find out more and access the survey here: [Imbil Streetscape Revitalisation – Gympie Regional Council https://www.gympie.qld.gov.au/homepage/443/imbil-streetscape-revitalisation