A boost to safety, with an upgrade to the CCTV system in the Bundaberg CBD and Safe Night Precinct.
Bundaberg Regional Council has received a grant of 43-thousand dollars from the Queensland Government’s Secure Communities Partnerships Grants program to replace 89 CCTV cameras.
Council uses CCTV within the Bundaberg CBD and surrounding region to support the safety and security of the community and public assets, reduce antisocial behaviour and crime, and improve the ability for the Queensland Police Service to respond to incidents and access footage.
Council’s Governance and Integrity portfolio spokesperson Councillor May Mitchell says the CCTV upgrade was part of Council’s Safe Spaces, Thriving Places initiative.
“CBD revitalisation and safety improvements require a multi-pronged approach, using every tool we have available in our toolkit.
“CCTV plays an important part but the cameras we have in place are lagging behind current technology improvements.
“The newer cameras will provide improved image quality, helping to significantly improve their usefulness.”
The project will replace the old CCTV units that are nearly a decade old, with modern and high-definition cameras.
The cameras are positioned around the Bundaberg CBD and Safe Night Precinct which is broadly bordered by the riverside footpath along Quay Street, Tantitha Street, Woondooma Street and Burrum Street.
Cr Mitchell says additional cameras would also be installed to increase CCTV coverage within the CBD.
“Three new cameras will be installed at the back of the Council Administration Building on Woongarra Street.
“This will increase safety for people using this area and along pathways to access Buss Park, the Civic Centre, Council building and Bourbong Street businesses.”
“Bundaberg CBD is a much-loved commercial hub for the community, and Council is committed to ensuring it continues to thrive.”
