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New Parkland Development Planned in Warner

A new parkland has been announced for the Élan residential community in Warner, set to provide future residents with green spaces, recreation areas and trail networks.

Background Of The Warner Development

Construction on the Élan community in Warner began on 27 July 2024. The 41-hectare site will deliver 387 homes across four neighbourhoods, along with parklands and extensive walking and cycling trails. Community involvement began early, with Albany Creek Scouts and local residents assisting in tree planting activities at the launch.

AVID Property Group — Photo Credit: Élan

Parklands As The Community Hub

The parklands are designed to act as the central feature of Élan. Facilities will include an adventure playground, kickabout area, picnic spaces and shaded seating. Nearly half of the community has been allocated for green space, bikeways and corridors, ensuring every home is within walking distance of a park.

Environmental Measures

As part of the project, 9.91 hectares of land containing koala habitat have been set aside for conservation. Three dedicated koala crossings are included, two as underpasses and one as an overpass across Kremzow Road, the first of its kind in the Moreton Bay area. Fauna monitoring will be used to track animal movements and improve understanding of local wildlife patterns.

Moreton Bay housing — Photo Credit: Élan

Builder Partnerships And Regional Growth

The Élan Builder Expo, held in February 2025, attracted close to 300 attendees who met with building partners such as Metricon, Plantation Homes and Coral Homes. The event showcased house and land packages designed to reflect the character of the Warner region. The project responds to population forecasts, with more than 210,000 additional residents expected in the Moreton Bay region over the next two decades.

Warner parkland development — Photo Credit: Élan

Lifestyle And Amenities In Warner

Within the community, residents will have access to a dog park, walking paths and cycling routes. Beyond the development, nearby facilities include sports clubs, bike trails and water-based recreation. The Warner area also offers schools, shopping centres, health services and transport connections, ensuring access to daily needs.

Looking Ahead

The first homes at Élan are expected to welcome residents in 2026. The park will be available from the beginning, designed as both a recreational hub and a focal point for neighbourhood connections in one of the region’s fastest growing suburbs.

Published 20-Sep-2025

Koalas and Community: Albany Creek Scouts Lend a Hand at Élan, Warner

Just minutes from Albany Creek, the new Élan residential estate in Warner is taking shape with a strong focus on preserving local wildlife and bushland. Nearly 10 hectares of mature habitat have been set aside within the 41-hectare site, providing a permanent home for koalas, gliders, and native birds.

What makes the project especially meaningful for our community is the involvement of the Albany Creek Scouts, who recently joined tree-planting events to help strengthen wildlife corridors. Their efforts, alongside environmental groups and residents, are directly contributing to conservation outcomes in our backyard.

A key feature of Élan is the region’s first koala overpass, now under construction above Kremzow Road. Once complete, it will allow koalas and other species to cross safely over busy traffic. Two additional underpasses at the estate’s entrances will provide further safe passage, linking habitats across the growing Warner area.

Wildlife monitoring technology will be installed to track how animals use the crossings. Early surveys already confirm the presence of five koalas on site, as well as gliders, possums, and even White-bellied Sea Eagles.

For Albany Creek locals, the area has become more than just a nearby housing project. It’s an example of how community and conservation can work hand-in-hand — and a reminder that everyday actions matter. Driving carefully near wildlife zones, keeping pets secure, and supporting local tree-planting days are all simple ways to protect the animals that share our region.

With its blend of new housing and preserved bushland, Élan is set to become a community where people and wildlife thrive together — and Albany Creek can be proud of its role in making that vision a reality.

Published 9-Sept-2025

Warner Mum Shares Son’s Rare Disease Journey

Photo Credit: Immune Deficiencies Foundation Australia

A Warner mother has brought her son’s fight with a rare disease to the forefront, aiming to bolster support for the millions of Australians grappling with similar conditions.

Diagnosis and Challenges

Warner Mum Shares Son's Rare Disease Journey — *Photo Credit: Immune Deficiency Foundation of Australia/ Facebook*

Austin McCormack, a five-year-old from Warner, received a diagnosis of pan-hypogammaglobulinemia, a primary immunodeficiency, after two years of persistent investigation by his mother, Samantha. This condition necessitates monthly intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) infusions and presents ongoing health hurdles for the young boy.

According to his mother, Austin is adventurous and courageous despite these challenges. Samantha noted that Austin now understands his medical procedures and shows bravery during each appointment, even when treatments are difficult.

Mother’s Advocacy

Samantha’s journey to secure a diagnosis for Austin required considerable determination. She stressed the importance of parental intuition, advising other parents to trust their instincts when advocating for their children’s health. The turning point in Austin’s diagnosis came after a referral to a specialist at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide, which confirmed Samantha’s suspicions. She encouraged parents to ensure their children’s voices are heard, even when dealing with medical professionals.

Rare Disease Day and Awareness

Rare Disease Day, observed annually, aims to heighten awareness of the over 6,000 known rare diseases, many of which pose life-threatening risks. The Immune Deficiencies Foundation of Australia (IDFA) emphasises that many individuals with rare diseases struggle to obtain recognition, diagnosis, and access to suitable treatments.

With 70 per cent of genetic rare diseases manifesting in childhood, IDFA CEO Carolyn Dews underscored the urgent need for heightened awareness and improved support systems. She stated that Austin’s experience is a strong reminder of the importance of advocating for those living with rare diseases, asserting that no one should feel isolated in their health journey.

Community Engagement

*Photo Credit: Immune Deficiency Foundation of Australia/ Facebook*

The IDFA has launched a Colour a Zebra Competition to mark Rare Disease Day. It invites primary school children to express their creativity by colouring in zebra designs.

This initiative aims to educate children about rare diseases while offering them the chance to win a family trip to a zoo. The competition encourages participation and fosters understanding of the challenges associated with rare medical conditions.

Published Date 27-Feb-2025

Warner Family Devastated After Losing $40,000 House Deposit in Email Scam

A Warner family’s dream of homeownership has turned into a nightmare after they fell victim to a sophisticated email scam and lost their entire $40,000 house deposit.

Christine and David Rose, along with their four children, were just days away from settling on their first home together when they were targeted by cyber criminals who infiltrated an email chain between the couple and their conveyancing lawyer.

The Roses believed that a routine email requesting the final deposit instalment was from their lawyer. The fraudulent emails were highly convincing, featuring authentic-looking signatures and letterheads, and originated from what appeared to be the lawyer’s legitimate email address. Unaware of the deception, Mrs. Rose transferred the $40,000, believing she was completing the final step in their home-buying journey.

Just days later, the family realised they had been scammed. “It is gut-wrenching,” Mrs Rose said, highlighting the seven years of savings and hard work to secure their first home together. The situation is particularly stressful as their current rental property is for sale, with their lease set to expire in three weeks. The ongoing open homes and uncertainty surrounding their living situation have affected the entire family.

The incident has left the Roses feeling deeply vulnerable and shaken. Mrs Rose described the violation of having their private financial affairs exploited and expressed her newfound anxiety about online security. She warned that this type of scam could happen to anyone.

Despite the setback, the family is determined to purchase their home. They have reported the crime to their bank, the scammer’s bank, and the Queensland Police Cyber Crime Department. While the bank has only recovered $3,000, the Roses have secured a loan to cover the lost deposit, albeit with significant financial implications for their future. They have also launched a fundraising page to help alleviate the burden caused by this ordeal.

This incident is a stark reminder of the increasing sophistication of online scams and the importance of vigilance in online communication. Even seemingly secure email exchanges can be compromised, highlighting the need for individuals to verify information through multiple channels before making significant financial transactions.

Published Date 03-December-2024