A creek restoration project at Wendon Way Park in Bridgeman Downs is bringing together habitat protection, waterway repair and community planting as the parkland moves through a scheduled rehabilitation period near the Aspley area.
Creek Restoration At Wendon Way Park
Wendon Way Park is home to a mix of native plants and wildlife, with the local creek forming an important part of the area’s natural environment. Over time, sections of the creek bank have worn down and weeds have grown through the waterway, prompting rehabilitation works designed to improve creek health and strengthen the surrounding habitat.
The Wendon Way rehabilitation project was planned for May to June 2026, depending on weather and site conditions. The works focus on stabilising creek banks, removing invasive weeds and planting more native vegetation along the waterway.
The aim is to support a cleaner and healthier creek environment while reducing erosion and improving habitat for native wildlife. The project also places a strong focus on protecting an important platypus area, with local wildlife including platypus and koalas linked to the habitat work.
Community Planting Adds To The Rehabilitation Effort
The project included a community planting day at Wendon Way Park on 31 May 2026, giving residents a direct role in the creek restoration effort.
The day was held as a family-friendly event, with native planting supported by wildlife activities, children’s entertainment, community stalls, food and coffee. Nearly 2,000 native plants were prepared for the event, with the planting connected to efforts to restore vital platypus habitat.
Wendon Way Bushcare later confirmed the planting had taken place, thanking those who joined the weekend activity and gave their time to care for the local environment.
A platypus named Wendy, chosen by popular vote during the Sunday event, was reported by Wendon Way Bushcare to have been seen the following morning in its usual spot.
Wendon Way Bushcare Continues Local Habitat Work
The planting day was one part of a wider rehabilitation effort at Wendon Way Park, rather than a standalone activity. The broader works remain focused on creek bank stability, weed removal, water quality and native habitat.
Before the works began, a neighbourhood information session was held on 12 April 2026. Rehabilitation works then began in May, with completion scheduled for June 2026.
Wendon Way Bushcare remains active in the park, with a monthly working bee scheduled for Sunday, 14 June, from 8 am near the playground at Wendon Way Park.
The ongoing bushcare activity keeps the restoration effort connected to regular local care, as the Bridgeman Downs waterway moves through its planned rehabilitation period.
Published 2-June-2026
