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New Special School Planned for Augustine Heights to Support Growing Families

Families across Springfield, Redbank, and nearby suburbs are set to benefit from a proposed new special school planned for Augustine Heights, where it would share a site with Woogaroo Creek State School. Planning is underway for the facility, aimed at meeting the increasing demand for specialised education in the fast-growing region.

The new special school is currently in the planning stage and is being considered as part of a statewide program to address capacity pressures in communities with rapid population growth. Although an investment decision has not yet been finalised, the proposal reflects the government’s ongoing monitoring of enrolments and infrastructure needs across the state.

The planned school is expected to expand special education capacity and help ease enrolment pressures across nearby schools. It is currently scheduled to open in 2028.

Local Voices Encouraged to Take Part

The project is one of several new special schools under consideration as part of a $500-million program to improve accessibility for families. Many parents in the area currently travel long distances for specialist education services, prompting strong community support for a local facility.

To ensure residents’ input is heard, information sessions have been arranged for families connected to both Woogaroo Creek State School and Goodna Special School.

Local representatives have also invited the public to share feedback during a drop-in consultation session at the Jordan Electorate Office on Tuesday, 11 November, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Those unable to attend are encouraged to email their thoughts to jordan@parliament.qld.gov.au. These discussions are expected to help shape future decisions on the school’s design, capacity, and services offered.

A Step Forward for Inclusive Education

The planned school at Augustine Heights signals progress toward improving education options for students with diverse needs in the Ipswich region. While timelines and funding remain under review, the Department’s focus on consultation marks an essential step toward ensuring that local families have access to the support and facilities they need close to home.

Published 6-Nov-2025

Young Person Charged After Serious Incident in Augustine Heights

A young person from our local Augustine Heights community has been charged with serious offences following an incident that occurred on Sunday afternoon.

Queensland Police were called to a residence in Augustine Heights around 4pm on Sunday, where they discovered a 55-year-old woman with a chest wound. The victim was quickly transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital, where she remains in a serious but stable condition.

A 12-year-old girl, who lives at the same residence as the injured woman, has since been charged with attempted murder and unlawful use of a motor vehicle. The child appeared before Ipswich Children’s Court on Monday, with proceedings adjourned until Tuesday.

The young person involved is understood to be known to Queensland’s Child Safety Department, highlighting the complex circumstances that can affect vulnerable children in our community. She has been remanded in custody pending her next court appearance.

Under Queensland’s youth justice system, serious charges like attempted murder require careful consideration through the Children’s Court process, which recognises that children have different levels of maturity and decision-making capacity compared to adults.

Police investigations into the incident remain ongoing, and authorities have not released further details about the circumstances leading to the alleged offending.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community support systems and the complex challenges facing some of our most vulnerable young people. Local residents may be concerned about safety in the area, but police have indicated this appears to be an isolated domestic incident.

Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is encouraged to contact Queensland Police.

Published 18-August-2025

Residential Growth Expands in Augustine Heights and Brookwater with 300 New Homes

Photo Credit: Azure

Augustine Heights and Brookwater are set to see more than 300 new homes constructed by 2026, with developer Azure responding to growing housing demand in Ipswich.

*Caption: Oakmont by Azure*
*Photo Credit: Azure*

Two master-planned developments by Azure are currently under construction in Augustine Heights and Brookwater. These projects form part of the developer’s broader pipeline, which includes 100 homes to be delivered across Ipswich in 2025, and a further 271 in 2026. Among those, the Augustine Heights and Brookwater sites will contribute a combined total of over 130 homes.

Housing Supply Grows with Ipswich Population

Azure’s latest residential push includes ‘Ember’ in Augustine Heights and ‘Oakmont’ in Brookwater, contributing over 130 new homes to the region. Ember comprises 74 homes set in a subtropical landscape, while Oakmont offers 61 residences bordering the Brookwater Golf Course. Both developments have commenced construction and are scheduled for completion by late 2026.

Ember: Affordable Design-Led Living in Augustine Heights

Ember is positioned as a serene community offering design sophistication at a more accessible price point. The development features three and four-bedroom terrace homes with flexible indoor-outdoor living, modern aesthetics, and premium internal finishes.

Azure developments — *Caption: Ember by Azure*
*Photo Credit: Azure*

Ember places emphasis on light, space, and functional living, with timber tones and refined material palettes used throughout. Communal amenities include a 20-metre swimming pool, a kids’ splash pool, sun lounges, and shaded cabanas, all part of Ember’s private AClub offering.

Homes are priced between $750,000 and $990,000. As of March 2025, eight residences remain available to purchase, set to be released in Stage 8 sales later in the year.

Azure residences in Augustine Heights and Brookwater — *Caption: Ember by Azure*
*Photo Credit: Azure*

Oakmont: Premium Residences Fronting Brookwater Golf Course

Oakmont in Brookwater offers a more exclusive option within a gated community. The development includes three-bedroom terraces under the Oakmont Collection and a separate Signature Collection of four-bedroom homes, featuring expansive views of the golf course.

Augustine Heights and Brookwater residences — *Caption: Oakmont by Azure*
*Photo Credit: Azure*

The terraces are defined by colonial-style windows, awnings, curated gardens, and bold neoclassical architecture. Internal features include high-end finishes, generous kitchens with butler’s pantries, integrated ILVE appliances, and refined entry statements.

Prices range from $1.34 million for standard residences to $1.72 million for homes within the Signature Collection. As of March, 70 per cent of Oakmont homes have been sold.

Azure residential development in Augustine Heights and Brookwater — *Caption: Oakmont by Azure*
*Photo Credit: Azure*

Community Demand and Local Sentiment

Azure Director Trent Kiernan said strong interest in both locations indicates high demand for quality housing in the Ipswich region. Sales Manager Allyce Kluver described Brookwater as a premium destination within Ipswich. She added that the region’s appeal is growing due to local economic growth, new job opportunities, and improved education offerings.

Future Outlook

Azure’s developments are part of broader efforts to address housing demand in southeast Queensland. The company intends to continue investing in the Ipswich area, which is expected to become a significant residential hub within the next decade.

Published 26-Mar-2025

Augustine Heights to Welcome $60 Million Townhouse Development

Photo Credit: DA A446008

Ipswich’s Augustine Heights suburb is set for a significant boost. Developer Azure has received the green light for a 74-home townhouse project valued at an estimated $60 million.

The Augusta Parkway project, located at 7001 Augusta Parkway, will span a 15,010-square-metre site. The development will offer a mix of three- and four-bedroom townhouses, complemented by communal amenities, including a wet-edge pool and a children’s pool.

Strategically positioned, Augusta Parkway is conveniently located in proximity to key amenities.

Augustine Heights — *Photo Credit:* *DA A446008*

It’s about 5km from the Springfield Central train station, 4km from Orion Springfield Central Shopping Centre, and 6.5km from Springfield Fair Shopping Centre.

Educational institutions such as St Augustine’s College and Augusta State School are also approximately 1.5km and 3km from the site.

This exciting project will commence in the first quarter of the upcoming year.

Published Date 10-September-2024

New Woogaroo Creek State School to Open Next Year

Photo credit: Facebook / Woogaroo Creek State School

Four new state schools that are now being built have been named, including one state school for Augustine Heights which will be named Woogaroo Creek State School. These new schools are expected to open next year.

Announced last October 2022, Education Minister Grace Grace named the four new schools currently undergoing development in Augustine Heights, Palmview, Ripley and Yarrabilba costing a total investment of $330 million.

These schools will be known as:

Woogaroo Creek State School;
Palmview State Secondary College;
Ripley Central State School; and
South Rock State School

Woogaroo Creek State School will serve the growing area of Augustine Heights and will open for Prep to Year 6 students for Term 1, 2023. The project features an administration block, student support and staff building, information and resource centre, a multi-purpose hall, canteen, prep/junior general learning areas, sporting field, multi-purpose courts, general and student amenities, and internal roads and car parking.

The $85 million Woogaroo Creek State School will support more than 230 local jobs, increase the area’s schooling network capacity and provide enrolment relief to neighbouring Fernbrooke State School, Augusta State School and Redbank Plains State School.

Foundation Principal Ms Seccombe and Deputy Principal Mrs Cameron | Photo credit: Facebook / Woogaroo_Creek State School

Ms Kendall Seccombe was appointed the state school’s foundation principal and she will be working with Deputy Principal Mrs Lisa Cameron. Ms Seccombe began her teaching career at Murgon State School in 2006. Since 2014, she has been principal to a number of schools including Gindie State School, Cooyar State School, Millchester State School and most recently at Ipswich East State School.

“It is a privilege to accept the position as Foundation Principal of the new school being built at Augustine Heights. I look forward to building a legacy with the local community and creating and empowering futures for our students.”
Ms Seccombe

“Woogaroo Creek has geographical, cultural and environmental significance for our local area and the land on which our school is being built,” Ms Seccombe said about the new school’s name which was chosen by 80 per cent of participants in the final round of online voting.

“This name is a reflection of who we are and what we value at our new school – students will reach new heights at Woogaroo Creek State School.”

The four new schools will feature solar panels and LED lights on timers and as well as a 4,000L rainwater tank at the Woogaroo Creek State School to water the school’s garden.

Augustine Heights’ new primary state school is located at 12 Purser Road, Augustine Heights. It will be able to accommodate 1,000 students once all stages of construction are completed.