Albany Creek to Gain New Walking and Cycling Route by 2026

A steady transformation is taking shape along the winding stretch of the South Pine River in Albany Creek. The project, managed by the City of Moreton Bay, will establish a shared pathway that connects neighbourhoods, schools, and parks while providing a safer route for walking and cycling.

The South Pine River shared pathway is one part of the broader plan to expand the city’s active transport network. Through consultation on Your Say Moreton Bay, residents were invited in 2021 to comment on concept designs for a new path linking Faheys Road West to James Cash Court via Stanton Reserve. The design aims to fill a missing connection in the existing path network and support more sustainable local travel.

From Planning to Pathway

The pathway is planned to be about 2.0 to 2.5 metres wide, wide enough for shared use by walkers and cyclists while fitting within the existing green corridor.

Preliminary design work was completed in 2021, and the detailed design was finalised in 2024. According to Council updates, the project will be delivered in three stages: Stage 1 construction is scheduled to start in September 2025, Stage 2 in October 2025, and Stage 3 in January 2026, subject to budget, weather, and contractor availability.

The scope includes landscaping and new lighting within Stanton Reserve, with the aim of improving access and visibility. These upgrades will form part of a broader network of shared paths connecting Albany Creek with nearby suburbs and community facilities.

Community Interest and Local Impact

Interest in the Albany Creek pathway reflects a growing community focus on safer and more connected local transport. The project offers residents an alternative to car travel for short trips and promotes outdoor activity. The route will connect existing footpaths, recreation areas, and residential zones, making it easier to move through the suburb on foot or by bike.

Works are underway on upgrades along the South Pine River corridor. The project covers about 1,500 metres of new and improved pathways stretching west from Old Northern Road along James Cash Court, passing under South Pine Road through Stanton Reserve, and continuing to Faheys Road West. Construction is expected to take around 30 weeks, subject to weather conditions.

The shared path brings practical benefits through improved safety and accessibility for everyday users, while also forming part of Council’s long-term investment in active transport that encourages healthier, more sustainable, and better-connected communities.

Landscaping works within Stanton Reserve are planned to complement the riverbank environment while ensuring paths remain durable during seasonal weather changes.

When completed, the Albany Creek South Pine River shared pathway will link homes, parks, and community facilities with a continuous route suitable for walking, cycling, and recreation. The path will enhance local travel options and form an important section of Moreton Bay’s growing active transport network.