Parking Needs a Common-Sense Approach

As Toowoomba continues to grow, so too does the pressure on parking — especially in our CBD and around busy community hubs like Kearneys Spring.

Right now, Council is asking for community feedback on our region’s parking strategy. This is an opportunity to get it right — and I’m encouraging every resident to have their say before the consultation closes on Sunday, 14 July.

Here’s where I stand:

Verge Parking Where It’s Safe

We need to take a more flexible and reasonable approach to verge parking, especially around community events and sports grounds. If it’s safe and doesn’t disrupt traffic or damage infrastructure, it should be allowed — not penalised.

Support for Local Sport, Not Fines

Recently, Council voted on whether to double the fines for those parking around Kearneys Spring during Friday night touch footy. I voted against that increase. Penalising families when there isn’t enough parking in the first place isn’t good policy — it’s poor planning.

A Better CBD Parking Mix

Our city centre needs a smarter balance of short-term and long-term parking. Businesses rely on access, and workers need secure options for the full day. Blanket policies don’t work — what we need is commercial thinking applied to public assets.



Let’s Plan Ahead — Not React

Parking should support a vibrant, growing Toowoomba — not frustrate the people who live, work, and play here. That’s why I’m calling for practical, community-first solutions, not reactive enforcement.

Make your voice heard.
Complete the parking consultation before it closes on 14 July 2025, here.