"Once engaged to complete the work, Replas were able to prioritise and deliver the works within a short time frame," said Shannon Reynolds, Technical Officer - Parks and Open Space at Townsville City Council. Replas Pro, Lifestyled Landscapes, have installed a 130 metre double post and rail fencing and a 10 metre retaining wall for [...]
"In the photo is our Maintenance Fitter - Macca," says Jacobus Grundling, Coordinator of Parks and Gardens in Tablelands Regional Council in Queensland. "Macca installed all your products be it benches, signs or bollards and he really enjoys working with the Replas gear as it is easy to put together, light and robust." Tablelands Regional [...]
At the recent Queensland Rangers Association (QRA) Annual Muster in August 2019, Replas was fortunate enough to spend some time with Ben Klaassen, the Deputy Director/General of Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services (QPWS) at Main Range National Park. Replas Sales and Marketing Director, Mark Jacobsen, and SEQ Territory Manager, Darren White, discussed the Circular Economy [...]
"The hospital [Princess Alexandra Hospital] has a number of seats made from concrete base, with wooden panels. Outdoor seats at PAH are exposed to extreme weather and used by a high volume of people. Wooden seating requires ongoing care, which can be expensive. It was more cost-effective over the long-term to replace with Replas seating [...]
Last year, Halcyon Greens was looking for a low maintenance decking product, as an alternative to timber, to use on their development. The over 50's Golf & Residential community in Pimpama on the Gold Coast chose recycled plastic decking Enduroplank™ from Replas. Enduroplank™ is a sturdy, long lasting and virtually maintenance free decking product that [...]
Brisbane City Council have recently completed the latest stage of upgrades at Simpson Falls day use area, part of the Mt. Coot-tha Forest. A Brisbane icon, this 15 minute drive west of the CBD forms a backdrop for the city and is the area's largest natural area. Installed in and around the forest are recycled [...]
Recycled plastic Picket Fencing from Replas is the new installation at Rockville Oval, part of Toowoomba Regional Council in south east Queensland. The council required a strong, sturdy alternative to the existing PVC fence which had recently been vandalised. After the vandalism and showing signs of wear after only 5 years, Rockville Oval needed a [...]
Toowoomba Regional Council have recently installed several Premier Settings and Kakadu Seats at the Cooby Dam Wall day use area. The recycled plastic furniture from Replas is in addition to the several hundred Brolga Bollards that have been installed over the past two years. Replas Premier Settings offer greater legroom thanks to the clever design [...]
Southern Downs Regional Council in South East Queensland built a new park outside the Warwick Railway station in honour of Billy Hughes (PM of Australia). Surrounding the park are recycled plastic 100 mm Bollards from Replas. The robust 100 mm bollards have a pyramid shaped top, a routed collar and four holes in the base [...]
St. Matthews Catholic School in Logan City Council, QLD have installed Big Benches and Flinders Settings last year in their outdoor area. The students gather around the recycled plastic furniture during breaks, while it is also used as an outdoor learning area. Big Benches from Replas are a popular furniture piece for schools as it [...]
Barolin Nature Reserve is a large area of natural bush, grassy plains and wetlands right next to the coastal town of Bargara within Bundaberg Regional Council in Queensland. Recently a recycled plastic Premier Setting from Replas has been installed under a shelter, offering a nice shady place to rest while exploring the reserve. The reserve [...]
Moreton Bay Regional Council have been resurfacing several footbridges with recycled plastic decking Enduroplank™ from Replas, due to the existing timber reaching it's end of life. Last year, the bridge at the Lions Park was replaced using brown Enduroplank™, one of the many brides and pathways Moreton Bay Regional Council have replaced with Replas decking. [...]
"The Wallace Creek nature trail provides public access to environmentally significant mangrove wetlands that occupy a large area of the Bundaberg Port," explains Gordon King, Training and Employment Manager at Gidarjil Development Corporation. Gidarjil Development Corporation is an indigenous owned enterprise that provides a reliable, reputable base for a variety of programs and initiatives that [...]
Several years ago, Moreton Bay Regional Council, in south east Queensland, installed recycled plastic podium signs and Beachcomber seats at the Gordon Jackson Lookout. The Replas products are still in as new condition all these years later, giving locals and visitors information on Gordon Jackson and a spot to rest on the North Pine Heritage [...]
'Augustus' is a new development by Villa World and is situated at Hervey Bay in the Fraser Coast Regional Council in South East Queensland. New Brolga Bollards from Replas have been used around the edge of the Bioretension basin. Named after the official bird emblem of Queensland, the Brolga Bollard is tall and slender with an [...]
"Initial contact to get a quote was such an easy process, really accommodating with the changes and additions," explains Adam Mongan, Project Manager of the new canoe launching facility on Lake Samsonvale at Forgan Cove, Cashmere Queensland for SEQ Water. Over 200 metres of recycled plastic post and rail fencing from Replas has been used [...]
Having been a regular purchaser of Replas recycled plastic products for years, Whitsunday Regional Council have now purchased more than 70 Premier Settings to be distributed throughout their council area. The vibrant blue colour is similar to the ‘Whitsunday Blue’, and the sturdy nature of the material makes this furniture perfect for the harsher conditions [...]
Lockyer Valley Regional Council in South East Queensland have recently completed the latest stage of fencing upgrades at Laidley Sports Complex. The multi-purpose facility have installed 125 mm recycled plastic bollards from Replas. The robust 125 mm bollard has a pyramid-shaped top, an ideal solution wherever rigid barriers are required to define boundaries or deter [...]
The harsh climate and weather conditions in Queensland make it difficult for many products to stand the test of time. Because the white ants and termites eat the wooden bollards, Andrina Miller from Townsville City Council explains the advantage of recycled plastic bollards from Replas at Bushland Beach. "It [bollards] doesn't rot or get white [...]
Jacob Wells Environmental Education Centre (EEC) in Norwell Queensland were looking for a custom mobile serving trolley for their outdoor dining area. Replas custom made a narrow and tall table with castors that is perfect to be left outdoors and can be wheeled out of the way when not in use. The table perfectly compliments [...]
“To reinforce our commitment to promoting a clean and sustainable environment, the College has added some recent additions to our landscape,” explains Assistant Principle of St. Margaret Mary’s College, Michelle Kotzas. “Our new recycled plastic seating along Crowle Street highlights a commitment to reducing and reusing soft plastic waste, thanks to the environmentally friendly products [...]
Last year, Worongary State School students were on a mission to collect 12,500 pieces of soft plastic rubbish including chip packets and muesli bar wrappers to earn a Replas Buddy Bench for their school. Just recently, the students have reached their goal and the school has completed the installation of a new junior playground where [...]
In St. Lucia, Queensland, St. Thomas' Riverview Kindergarten is a community kindergarten that recognises and values the unique contribution that each child brings to the centre and the cultural diversity each child and family bring also. Inline with these values, St Thomas' have installed a Replas Buddy Bench which was generously gifted by the Chao [...]
Founder of 'The Last Straw' Nicole Nash, discussed the impacts of single use straws with the Replas team in Queensland in early August 2018. Currently the Last Straw on the Great Barrier Reef is a one-woman campaign, looking to obtain traction and volunteers to assist in spreading the word about why straws suck. Volunteers have the [...]
"Palm Cove, a unique, quiet and relaxing village by the sea where centuries old “paperbark” Melaleuca trees line the casual esplanade. Palm Cove is a tropical paradise which provides for all of your needs and ensures your holiday will be one to remember in an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication." Located in Palm Cove Qld, Coastwatcher [...]
When walking along the main beach in Cardwell, QLD you will spot more than just beautiful views. Cassowary Coast Regional Council have Replas bollards, exercise equipment, and beach access walkways installed all along the Cardwell Foreshore Pathway. These recycled plastic products are the forefront of creating a Circular Economy, exactly what Cassowary Coast Regional Council [...]
Inverell Shire Council in Queensland is currently working through a 'town centre renewal plan' to enhance the town centre and make it more attractive to visitors. One small addition has been the installation of several 145 mm square brown bollards made from Replas recycled plastic material. These bollards were placed outside an electrical store to [...]
30 minutes south of Mackay is Len Lister, a 92 year old man who lives in Sarina, Queensland. Originally, Len had concrete as decking around his pool before breaking up the concrete to fix some broken pipes. After breaking the concrete he realised he need decking around his pool - this is where he chose [...]
Coomera Waters is an exclusive residential community on the banks of the Coomera River in Queensland. Coomera Waters Management have previous installations with recycled plastic products from Replas, which they have installed again using flat top and Brolga bollards with plaques for their parks, car parks, and more around the area. Nicky Campbell from Coomera [...]
Richmond Valley Council in Queensland have been avid 'true recyclers' but purchasing and creating the demand for recycled plastic products from Replas for many years. Another addition to their council is the installation of Kakadu Seats and Kookaburra Benches at Casino Lawn Cemetery. Replas’ recycled-plastic Kakadu Seat is a straight-back seat with graceful sculptured supports. [...]
Mackay Council in Queensland understands the importance of having durable, long lasting products to surround their prestigious beaches. Plants Whitsunday is a Replas Pro that continues to install beach access stairs in this area and are doing an incredible job. Combining recycled plastic Replas decking, Enduroplank™ with a composite fibre sub-structure produces a construction that [...]
Replas recycled plastic premier settings and benches are the perfect fit for harsh environments. The rain and sun do not affect the durability and low maintenance aspects of the recycled plastic products, as seen at the Mouth Peel Lookout in Toowoomba Queensland. Sijia Tang, Landscape Architect for Parks and Recreation Services for Toowoomba Regional Council [...]
Border collies Jack and Lily enjoy a beautiful view looking out into the Whitsunday Region in Queensland on top of their new recycled plastic deck from Replas, Enduroplank™. Home owner and landscape architect at U PLAN, Steve Moss says it is "currently a spot to relax, an outdoor bath is under consideration, and with the [...]
Recycled plastic bollards from Replas is the ideal solution wherever rigid barriers are required to define boundaries or deter vehicles and pedestrians. Townsville City Council have installed several 100mm green bollards at Warrina Park. The 100mm bollards are partially hollowed to reduce it's weight and for easier installation. As is the case with all Replas [...]
Long time supporter of a Circular Economy, Sunshine Coast Regional Council understands the importance of purchasing recycled plastic products from Replas becoming the true recycler. A recent installation was at Canavan Gracie Recreational Park in the Pelican Waters. Approximately 140 Brolga bollards (some with reflector mods) were installed - a whopping 1,680 kg of plastic [...]
Kids give recycling the thumbs up! Fraser Island has Replas recycled plastic settings scattered around Eurong Village that continue to stand stall. Being installed nearly 5 years ago, recycled plastic settings are durable, long lasting, and require little to no maintenance. Both in ground and free standing Premier Settings offers greater legroom thanks to the clever [...]
Using recycled plastic profiles from Replas to make custom bench seating at Carina Bus Depot is exactly what Callan from CL Kitchens and Cabinetry did! A few other installations across Australia have used profiles as seating in wet areas like Aquatic Centres. In this case, it was Carina Bus Depot in Queensland used for clothes, [...]
Cairns Regional Council have recently installed a recycled plastic Plank Sign at the Cairns Works Depot. Using recycled plastic products in the Queensland environment means no termites will be eating away at this plank sign. The humid weather along with the harsh sun will not crack, rot, or split the sign. The text of 'Cairns [...]
Renowned for it's scenic landscape, remote beaches and the world heritage rain forest of Daintree National Park, Cape Tribulation is home to a recycled plastic Enduroplank™ foot path. Using recycled plastic in such a remote area is a great example of the durable, long lasting products from Replas - in the harsh rain forest environment. With a [...]
The rotting, splitting, and cracking of the timber bollards installed at Westaway Park in Moggill, Queensland, became a real burden to Brisbane City Council. To replace these timber bollards, Brisbane City Council needed a product that would be durable in the climate, low maintenance for the council, and termite resistant. Replas recycled plastic brown bollards [...]
The famous Castle Hill Goat Track is well worn and easily identified as short but steep, with 1,300 steps to the top. Father and daughter, Max and Heather, along with their dog Rex, are just two of the hundreds of people who do this challenging walk everyday. Max and Heather regularly walk the Goat Track [...]
Replas Pro - Plants Whitsunday, have installed two bridges with recycled plastic decking Enduroplank™ in Whitsunday Council, QLD. "Both the bridge projects went very well, the council was so impressed with the first one that they ordered a second bridge only a brief time after," explains Matt Stokes, Manager at Plants Whitsunday. "The design is [...]
North Queensland is home to many beautiful sceneries, and is home to a lookout that has visitors coming from far and wide. Barron Falls Lookout in Kuranda is now home to a recycled plastic lookout made from Replas Enduroplank™. In such a remote area, it was important for the builders to have easy to use [...]
On the Gold Coast in Queensland lies Bond University, Australia’s first private non-profit university. Recently they have installed 150mm round green recycled plastic bollards from Replas. These bollards have a chain barrier between the pedestrian walkway and the car park for student and faculty vehicles. Along side these new recycled plastic bollards are hundreds of Replas [...]
Livingstone Shire Council in South East Queensland have chosen Replas once again to replace their old timber signs with new long lasting recycled plastic plank signs. The perfect style for this area, Livingstone Shire Council have installed Replas signs in several parks around this area. As more timber rots there will be more Replas signs [...]
A Replas Pro in Queensland, Origin Fencing, have recently removed the old timber bollards at Keith Payne VC Park in a Brisbane suburb, Stafford. Origin Fencing have replaced the old timber bollards with recycled plastic bollards from Replas. The new green bollards now compliment the Replas seats and drinking fountains that are already scattered around [...]
The 1.5K walking track at Lacey Creek in Mission Beach Queensland is a great example of harsh weather and environment conditions. Replas Enduroplank™ has been installed throughout the walking path, covered in leaves, dirt, and plenty of shoe and tire marks from pedestrians enjoying the beautiful walk. The recycled plastic products from Replas are durable [...]
Point Lookout Surf Club on North Stradbroke Island in Queensland needed a replacement of their timber deck for vehicle and pedestrian beach access. Due to the harsh coastal environment on the island, Redland City Council needed a decking solution that was durable and long lasting. A floating pathway using Replas Enduroplank™ and plastic profiles was [...]
William Taylor Memorial Sportsground is filled with as many sporting facilities you can think of! Between netball courts, soccer fields, cricket fields, tennis courts, BMX activities and more! To protect these grounds from car damage and vandalism, Redland City Council have installed a multitude of Replas brolga bollards. Not only are the recycled plastic bollards [...]
"W.H Yeo Park is a huge space with plenty of shade and a great un-fenced playground that has lots of different equipment for children of a variety of ages." At Victoria Point in Queensland lies W.H Yeo Park, where a multitude of Replas recycled plastic bollards have been installed. Priding themselves on their playgrounds and [...]
