Brisbane City Centre Masterplan PDF

BrisBane
city centre
master plan 2014
a vision for
our open city
Lord
Mayor’s
foreword
Brisbane is on the brink of an exciting period of
transformation and unprecedented economic opportunity.
as australia’s new World city and gateway to asia, Brisbane
is emerging as a thriving hub for business and innovation.
the Brisbane City Centre Master Plan 2014 has been
developed to ensure we capitalise on this vast potential
and seize today’s opportunities. Brisbane’s economy is
predicted to double over the next 20 years, with demand
for office, retail, residential and hotel space in the city
centre expected to equate to around 50 new towers.
Brisbane city council’s master plan sets the vision for an
open city – open for business, an open outdoor lifestyle
and a vibrant heart that’s open for all to enjoy.
a thriving city centre is vital to Brisbane’s continued
prosperity and the quality of life we enjoy. this plan
delivers a coordinated strategy to guide future growth
and investment in our city centre over the next 20 years,
while ensuring a safe and attractive city heart is a
continuing source of pride.
the plan promotes Brisbane’s continued maturation as
an energetic, subtropical city with the public spaces,
transport and infrastructure necessary to support the
expansion of business and lifestyle precincts.
i thank the residents, industry experts and members
of the business community who have provided valuable
input into this important plan for the future of australia’s
new World city.
Graham Quirk
lord mayor
BrisBane city centre Master Plan 2014

City Centre
Master Plan
2014 in brief
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strateGic context
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strategic context �� 4
a new World city 6
a subtropical city 8
2 a river city 10
our city centre is growing 12
the city of our dreams 14
vision �� 18
part a: master plan

strategies �� 20
01 economic development:
Boundless opportunity 22
02 public realm:
leafy outdoor lifestyle 36
03 Built form:
Buildings that breathe 48
04 social and cultural:
a stage for urban life 60
05 transport:
Where people connect 70
ideas fiesta �� 80

part B: delivery framework
introduction ��86
city-Making Moves ��92

01 a river lifestyle 100
02 city bridges 108
03 city boulevards 114
04 a green spine 122
05 grand arrivals 130
06 transit city 136
07 the inner-city stitch 142
08 distinctive architecture 150
09 24/7 event city 156
10 a creative economy 164
5 year iMpleMentation plan ��170

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The Forces
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BrisBane is...
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a New world ciTy
Brisbane is Australia’s New World City and already, Brisbane’s airtrain is the country’s first
dedicated rail link for airport visitors. our sophisticated
the fastest-growing mature city in the world.
Busway network is leading bus transit in australia and
The past two decades of strong population has resulted in a 92% increase in patronage on core
and economic growth have contributed to services since 2004.
Brisbane’s economy reaching $135 billion, in parallel, we are an emerging force in the world’s
accounting for 48% of Queensland’s total GDP. knowledge economy. our health and life sciences,
research and education institutions have gained
robust growth is being fuelled by our commitment to reputations as leaders in their fields and attracted
innovation, the underlying long-term strength of the talent and investment from across the globe.
resources sector and the largest public infrastructure this year, the eyes of the world will be on Brisbane
spending program in australia’s history. this winning as we host the g-20 leaders summit. as the world’s
combination makes us a globally attractive place to premier forum for global economic cooperation and
do business. decision-making, g-20 will be attended by up to
With an investment pipeline of $142 billion, 4000 leaders, finance ministers and other delegates,
Queensland’s resilient resources sector presents the representing more than 85% of global economic
single most significant opportunity for the capital’s output. every four years Brisbane also hosts the asia
economy over the next 20 years. this prolonged pacific cities summit, welcoming more than 1100
growth accounts for almost one-quarter of Brisbane’s delegates from 115 cities – just another demonstration
economy and is attracting world-leading skills, of our position as australia’s gateway to asia and the
technologies and talent. several resources companies rest of the world.
now make Brisbane their global headquarters. these achievements have helped to make our city the
Brisbane is backing this exciting new era with engine room of the Queensland economy. despite
the infrastructure to support development. the global uncertainty, our $135 billion gross domestic
Queensland infrastructure plan 2011-2031 identifies product is set to double over the next 20 years, putting
$134 billion worth of development for Brisbane Brisbane on track to become one of the world’s most
and surrounds. the australia trade coast, home to prosperous cities.
Brisbane airport and port of Brisbane, is the nation’s
fastest-growing trade and industry precinct.
Beijing
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...and the most resilient to Queensland’s gdp (2012)
economic cycles since 2008
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BrisBane is...
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a sUbTropical ciTy
it’s our inviting subtropical climate and
relaxed, outdoor lifestyle that sets Brisbane
apart as Australia’s New World City. Mild
winters and brilliant summers have shaped our
city’s distinctive character. Tree-lined streets,
riverfront parks, urban plazas, al fresco eating
areas, well-used verandahs and balconies are
all part of our way of life.
Water, openness and a love of space are reflected in
our architecture and the design of our public spaces.
nowhere is this more important than in the city
centre, the economic and cultural heart of Queensland
and our shop front to the world. here buildings,
public spaces, parks, gardens and event venues are
the physical expression of who we are and what we
aspire to. fine examples of modern architecture such
as the internationally-acclaimed gallery of Modern art
and kurilpa Bridge, and outdoor settings such as king
george square, south Bank and riverstage are all
part of the visual mix that defines our cultural identity
and reflects our confidence as a new World city.
a city’s lifestyle plays an essential role in creating
a place where people want to live, work, play and
visit. While people move to new cities for work, their
decision to stay comes down to lifestyle. to attract
and retain the most talented minds, we must position
Brisbane as a destination of choice within the regional,
national and global economies. our success depends
upon nurturing this high-quality lifestyle by investing
in our city’s cultural and recreational strengths.

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riverfire, puts the
BrisBane is... river centre-stage
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A river ciTy The river’s edge is home to
our city’s most loved cultural
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destinations and entertainment
precincts including the Cultural
Centre, Brisbane Powerhouse,
Brisbane’s river is more than just its defining eagle street Pier, riverside
geographical feature. Broad and bold, the and river Quay.
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river was a focus for indigenous life for
millennia and has influenced every feature of
the city, from settlement decisions of more
than a century ago to floor levels and 9
infrastructure routes today. it is a means of
transport, a tourism opportunity and, as our
single biggest community asset, it is a Milton Brisbane city
centre
stunning setting for parks, recreation and
festivals. The Brisbane river is also the
greatest untapped opportunity for the
expression of our outdoor lifestyle
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and offers tremendous unrealised Brisbane 5
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commercial return. Our river is
our brand and our heart.
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The river is lined
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treasured open spaces,
from City Botanic Gardens
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The river has always been a
CONNeCT source of Brisbane’s economic
eight bridges span the development. Australia Trade
city reaches of the river, Coast, at the river mouth, is home
19 CityCats and 9 ferries to the largest integrated trade
(including cityhoppers) traverse and logistics hub in the country,
it daily while cyclists and which boasts a world-class
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the Bicentennial Bikeway growing airport.
and many other pathways
along its banks.
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The river, its banks and
cliffs are places for play.
south Bank Parklands, the
story Bridge Adventure Climb,
Queensland Tennis Centre
and Kangaroo Point Cliffs
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draw thousands of people
outdoors, every week of
the year.
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By 2031...
BrisBane’s city centre...
12 is GrowiNG
Over the next 20 years, our city centre is
projected to grow dramatically. The numbers P
are staggering – around 50 more office
and apartment towers will be needed to
accommodate demand, there will be an 80%
douBle
increase in public transport journeys as more
people commute and city centre streets will
have double the number of pedestrian trips.
it’s all the result of Queensland’s projected
economic growth over the coming decades
and offers an unprecedented opportunity to
transform our city’s heart.
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river, which makes it a challenge to find significant transit is

redevelopment sites, especially those that can groWing
accommodate large office buildings. already, the
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demand for city centre accommodation has been the

impetus for new commercial precincts emerging in Million Bus
nearby fortitude valley, south Brisbane, spring hill,
Milton and Woolloongabba. With their proximity to
journeys
the city centre, these areas offer advantages such
as easy access to skilled labour, customers, other
businesses and key transport routes.
With demand for accommodation increasing, the
city centre will, over time, expand both up and out.
the projects, strategies and initiatives identified in
the master plan will prioritise and direct investment
in the city centre while strengthening connections to
neighbouring business and lifestyle precincts.

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legend: land uses and Activities Areas of interest:
Commercial, Office and CiTY CeNTre COre: The primary location for the highest order
Government Administration business services, government, administration, retail, arts, culture
and tourism facilities in our city.
Health, Knowledge
and education CiTY CeNTre FrAMe: Precincts immediately adjoining the city
centre including south Brisbane, Fortitude Valley, spring Hill,
Kurilpa, Milton, Petrie Terrace, Woolloongabba and Kangaroo Point.
Culture, sport
and recreation BrisBANe’s iNNer CiTY: Neighbourhoods and employment
destinations within 5km from Brisbane’s City Centre. Many of these
Primary retail, areas have been subject to urban renewal over the past 20 years as
entertainment and Dining part of Brisbane City Council’s neighbourhood planning process.
AN OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE...
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THE CITY OF OUR DREAMS
In the globalised knowledge economy, Brisbane is a diverse city and our heart is no different.
As a city, we are youthful. Our largest age group is
world cities are increasingly recognising the
24-40 which, hand-in-hand with excellent educational
vital role culture plays in economic success. opportunities and nurturing of local talent, provides a
valuable skilled workforce. We are multicultural, too.
Culture is what makes a city instantly recognisable Brisbane is home to 83,000 international university
– it’s the look, life and spirit of the city and it’s a students every year, 28% of our residents were born
powerful, dynamic force. Culture plays a key role in overseas and 16% of households speak a language
stimulating long-term economic and social growth. other than English at home. This cultural diversity is
Increasingly, creative industries are contributing to just another strength that underpins our position as
not only a growing share of urban economies but Australia’s gateway to Asia and the world.
helping to enhance their cultures. And culture, in all
If we are to capitalise on this inherent richness the
its diverse forms, is central to a city’s appeal.
city centre, as Brisbane’s cultural heart and primary
Attracting, retaining and cultivating talent has meeting place, must be welcoming and engaging for
become common practice for enlightened cities all. A place where people meet to exchange ideas,
in pursuit of prosperity. In order for Brisbane to trade and interact. A place that offers a wide range
compete on the world stage, it needs to be attractive of cultural activity and fosters open-minded and
to talent – both home-grown and from abroad. diverse cultural life that enriches its strong identity.
Riverfire Festival Background Image: Atmosphere Photography
BRISBANE CITY CENTRE MASTER PLAN 2014

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MORE THAN 1.1 MILLION
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including 470,000 for Riverfire
86 PRODUCTIONS + 17 PREMIERS
including six world premieres 15
and 11 Australian premieres
476 PERFORMANCES
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involving 2600 artists from
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in every sense we are

an open city.
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Five sTraTeGies
This master plan will achieve the vision of
being an open city through the delivery of key
projects and initiatives that can be grouped
into five key strategies. These strategies
provide a framework for decision-making
and identifying priorities.
The maps in this section are indicative and

intended to communicate strategy concepts,
not regulate. Colour-coded dots and numbers
are also used to link these strategies with
projects and initiatives in Part B.

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Youthful exuberance, the spirit of entrepreneurship,
our coveted lifestyle and proximity to Asia are the
foundations of our future. Our diverse economic base
attracts global business and our growing entertainment
and retail sectors drive tourism. We nurture homegrown
talent and provide opportunities for everyone to excel.
We are forward-thinking innovators and industry leaders
with room for every business that wants to join us.
BrisBane is open to investment

and geared for prosperity.
This will be delivered through the

following sub-strategies:
a1.1 A business hub for the future
a1.2 Welcoming arrival
a1.3 A lifestyle destination
a1.4 A postcard city

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priority projects + initiatives

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8.1
strategic development sites:
Work collaboratively with Queensland
government and private developers
to unlock and facilitate redevelopment
of strategic development sites. (refer
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page 27.)
A 8.2 city centre neighbourhood plan and
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review and amend City Centre
Neighbourhood Plan and development
assessment processes to attract economic
investment.
10.1 identify the city centre and fortitude
valley as the pilot locations for initiatives
of the digital Brisbane strategy.
10.1 identify locations for establishing new
digital information hubs in conjunction
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with educational institutions and libraries.
We will constantly adopt new energy technologies
10.2 review by-laws and planning guidance
to maintain our competitive edge as global energy
to unlock and promote locations as
costs rise. We will continue to seek the latest
knowledge incubators for small business
sustainable energy and construction technology and
and creative enterprise in the city centre.
waste management systems, and find innovative
ways to retrofit existing buildings. We will always be
one step ahead of the future.
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Brisbane is a young city with a bright future. our
knowledge precincts and educational institutions
will provide hubs for new thinking and the exchange
of ideas. We will welcome creative leaders and
entrepreneurs with the spirit to try something new.
We are open to bold ideas.

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a connected city
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culture th
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researcH herston
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Health hub
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Government
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PrOjeCTs - refer project timings and

responsibilities in Part B
6.2 investigate the cityGlider network

providing high-frequency transit
connections between lifestyle precincts.
a1.4 a postcard city
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The city centre is our front door to the world. We will present an authentically Brisbane
experience, combined with the world class offers expected of a global city. Our mighty
river, signature parks, lively public art, inspiring events, great shopping and distinctive
architecture make every moment a photo opportunity. Backed up by world-class hotel
and event facilities and our easy-going lifestyle, this will ensure visitors come back to
work, rest and invest. Happy snapping.

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A2
Public Realm
Our relaxed, open-air lifestyle and subtropical climate

define us. Whatever the time of year, we need
little excuse to linger outdoors. streets shaded by
overhanging foliage and outdoor spaces that catch the
cool river breezes are our preferred domain. Brisbane
is blessed with beautiful waterfront spaces alive with
urban life. We are a river city. This is where we choose to
be, day and night.
in BrisBane We enjoy the open air.
This will be delivered through

the following sub-strategies:
A2.1 embrace the river
A2.2 the green web
A2.3 Beautiful streets
A2.4 spaces to inhabit

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We must respect the dynamic nature of the beautiful, i3 P
and sometimes unpredictable, inter-tidal zone
on which the city centre perches. urban gardens
integrated into public spaces will cleanse stormwater
run-off before it joins the river to ensure a healthier
waterway. the river’s edges, natural and urban, will i4 I
be places where native vegetation thrives.

Note: RIveR’S edge StRAtegy
the projects and initiatives in this section have been informed by
Council’s River’s edge Strategy, which guides Council’s plans to
enhance recreational and economic development opportunities on
and along the inner-city stretch of the river over the next 10 years.
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Brisbane will come into its own as a city within a
subtropical garden. Broad-canopy trees, colourful
climbers and perfumed plants, vertical landscapes
and lush rooftops will create a natural spectacle
that engages the senses and marks the seasons 7.1 S
all year round.
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axes in the city centre as well as being the keys to U
integrating the Brisbane river and our parks with
the urban core. first and foremost, they are streets U
3.1
for people and this will be reflected in the quality,
coherence and amenity of the public realm.
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CONNECTING
Brisbane is characterised by its stunning topography. U
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views to the river and bridges, the gardens and
ridgeline remind us of where we are and help us
to navigate our city. views and public spaces that
connect us with these surrounding landscapes and 3.4 U
landmarks will be preserved and improved so our city
can enjoy its setting.
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City boulevards
shared streets
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shared heart

city Boulevards
the six boulevards that form the core of our city centre – three queens and
three kings – have been identified as priorities for investment. each with
a unique role and character, they connect us to the river and parklands,
retail heart and lifestyle precincts. these vital arteries will bind our cultural
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destinations, business clusters, and health and education institutions.
econoMic role
puBlic realM character

alBert street
transport function
Dining & event spine
Albert Street is a key city axis that
edWard street
Queen street brings together casual outdoor
dining for the workday, large HIGH-END FASHION
parklands and premier outdoor
HigH Street retail event spaces such as King George Edward Street is establishing itself
Square and Riverstage. as Brisbane’s destination for high-
Queen Street is Brisbane’s primary end fashion and business dining.
address for ‘high-street’ retail Improvements to the quality
brands. Park to Park axis and capacity of the pedestrian
environment are required to reflect
the standard of this emerging retail
A spine of lush landscaping precinct.
connects Roma Street Parklands,
RiveR to RiveR axis Wickham Parklands and City
Botanic Gardens. Subtropical
An active, lively street that spaces blur the lines between Ridge to RiveR spine
celebrates our river city status, buildings and streets to create
flexible indoor-outdoor rooms Edward Street presents one of
incorporating river-edge viewing
and welcoming urban spaces for the most picturesque vistas and
platforms that connect the city
temporary activation. dramatic topographies in the city
centre’s primary waterfront
centre. Anchored by the historic
destinations – South Bank, Eagle
Jacobs Ladder steps and Wickham
Street Pier and Riverside and
Terrace Observatory it connects
Howard Smith Wharves.
Pedestrian axis Spring Hill to City Botanic
Gardens, and the proposed bridge
to Kangaroo Point.
An important pedestrian and cycle
Pedestrian axis spine linking Roma Street station,
King George Square bus station,
Strategic pedestrian and cycle Queen Street bus station. Vehicle ingress
spine connecting the city centre
to South Bank, New Farm and Edward Street provides one-way
Fortitude Valley. vehicle entry to the city centre for
buses, service vehicles and private
cars. Efficient management of road
space for bus stops and servicing
is essential.
refer to project 4.1 in Part B


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a2.4 spaces to inhaBit
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Our public spaces are an essential part of city life. They are the plazas where we eat
lunch, the parks where we escape the bustle, the laneways where we relax after work
and the stages for festivals and entertainment. These public spaces must be flexible and
adaptable for multiple functions. Beautiful and playful, these spaces will bring us together
to inhabit our city centre and shape our cultural identity.
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1.2 I
F
Well-designed streets and laneways can make city life 8.3 I
safer and easier. laneways, arcades and cross-block
links will provide direct connections that allow us to
filter through our city centre. existing connections
will be maintained and new connections created
D
to relieve pressure on our streets in peak hours
and provide additional opportunities for economic
activity and social interaction.
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9.2 F
9.2 F
9.2 Briggs lane
9.2 A
9.2 Qut forecourt (in front of parliament
House)
9.2 Howard lane (next to
admiralty towers park)
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lanes and cross-block links
streets for activation

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A3
Built Form
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A3.1 a city form that breathes
A3.2 a growing skyline
A3.3 active and vibrant streets
A3.4 design excellence

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a3.1 a city forM that ‘Breathes’
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The city and its buildings will embody our indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Within the close-knit
street grid at the core, new buildings will frame and activate the public realm. They will
provide lively shop fronts, widened footpaths and arcades, all contributing to a dynamic
urban life. Above street level, modern towers will each contribute to the city’s distinctive
skyline and provide elevated outdoor spaces. As we move to the edges of the city centre
there will be more space and landscape between buildings, with subtropical towers in a
riverside garden setting providing views to the river and beyond.
A PrOjeCTs - refer project timings and

key eleMents

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Buildings in a riverside garden
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PEDESTRIAN
Buildings will be designed to create links between 8.2
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the city streets and the riverside garden, allowing
efficient pedestrian movement, social interaction and
cross flow within urban blocks.
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riverside gardens edge close-knit urBan core

indicative Built forM outcoMes

CiTY WesT AND PeTrie TerrACe CereMONiAl PreCiNCT
Victoria Barracks precinct Ceremonial precinct redevelopment
redevelopment to include refurbishment ACe to maintain and enhance visual and
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ceremonial precinct:
1.1 reference to project in Part B Built form is low to mid rise object Built form is predominately
buildings set amongst landscaped ‘street buildings’ with a focus on
Built form types
courtyards. reinforcing the ceremonial vista.
close-knit urBan core: riverside Gardens edGe: centenary place:
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Built form comprises of ‘street Towers landing on ground within Built form defines the road junction
buildings’ with towers above. landscaped urban plazas with good and Centenary Place.
city Gateway: connectivity to the river edge and city west and petrie
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Where the grid meets the river and respecting existing heritage. terrace:
ridge. Built form is a mix of street parkland Gardens edGe: Built form defines the road junction
buildings and object buildings. Towers sit within landscape setting and e.e. McCormick Place.
roma street: to complement parkland edge/ park/open space
Potential future development over ridgeline.
rail line and busway (indicative only). Park/garden
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The city’s skyline is its signature, instantly recognisable, emblematic of design and
engineering excellence and testament to our growing economy. Our flexible plan
encourages smart, contextual designs so that development can respond to market
demands while ensuring it delivers quality architecture. large and small sites will be
tailored to suit individual development opportunities, site contexts and changing
market conditions.
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subtropical
outdoor spaces
rooftop landscapes
and activation
enable
development
of small sites
improve viability of large

office towers
Building form
and massing
respond to Taller street
context buildings enable
viable floor space
and more active
facades
Awnings to respond to
context and function, creating
more open ground floors
refurbish existing
buildings to Ground floor
improve energy setbacks increase
efficiency public realm space at
Maximise
urban verandahs promote street level
permeability and
street activation and
transparency of
characterise street spaces
ground floor
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Day or night, the streets of our city will come alive. Building design will be welcoming
and help to create a vibrant streetscape. Buildings will be opened up at street level and
above, with wide doors, windows, balconies and open air spaces that allow private and
public spaces to merge and interact. Our buildings will welcome the outside world in and
encourage economic exchange and social interaction.
S PrOjects - refer project timings and

Key elements
Priority Projects + initiAtives

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Amend the City Centre Neighbourhood
Plan provisions to incorporate the following:
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A more flexible approach to awnings
that balances weather protection,
openness, heritage and commercial
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sites alike can utilise light wells,
outdoor spaces and cross-block
links to break up bulk, access
daylight and make the most of
our subtropical climate.
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The city centre will showcase the highest standards of development, assisted by clear
and flexible design guidance. Buildings must be beautifully designed, distinctly Brisbane
in character, appropriate for their location and make a positive contribution to the
community. Development projects must make the most of the opportunity to create
great new architecture, deliver first-class environmental results and acknowledge their
role in shaping the future of the city centre.
D PrOjeCTs - refer project timings and

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Buildings will embrace the subtropical climate,
opening up to the elements while providing shade 8.2
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and comfort. heritage buildings will be protected
and refurbished to celebrate the past and contribute
towards our city’s future. new development will
reflect a modern interpretation of our subtropical
character, providing sustainable buildings and
enjoyable outdoor spaces that are characteristic
of Brisbane.
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landscaping and greenery to provide amenity,
recreation opportunities and a relaxed, distinctly
Brisbane form that will be known the world over.
edges, rooftops and terraces will use planting,
landscape and water features to create subtropical
spaces. shading, articulation and orientation will 8.2
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address sun, solar heat gain and balance climatic
conditions.
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shading, landscape
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reduce heat loading
and improve energy
efficiency.
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

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

Buildings
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already there are many great exemplars of
locally distinctive architecture in Brisbane’s city
that Breathe
centre, and council will prepare a ‘buildings
that breathe’ compendium to
coMpendiuM guide building design in the city centre.

great sMall Buildings
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Beautiful toWers

suBtropical spaces
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cross-Block links
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active street Buildings
active ground floors
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Social and
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brought to life through our natural features, streets,
spaces, places and buildings. new public spaces,
buildings and developments will highlight our
heritage and evolution. We are proud of our
past and our future.
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cultural an invitinG
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inclusive city centre
telling our stories
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The centre of our New World City will be home to world-class cultural experiences.
New facilities and performance spaces will complement established cultural
precincts to make our city centre a cultural destination in its own right. At the heart
of all this activity will be a network of skilled and inspiring artists, designers and
cultural organisations. We will be a creative and eventful city.
A PrOjeCTs - refer project timings and

key eleMents
Priority Projects + Initiatives

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4.2
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and creative lighting projects delivering a visually 4.3
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creative lighting and projection projects. temporary
and permanent, they will showcase our cultural city
to the world.
1.1 Howard smith wharves
1.2 Queens wharf
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spine connections
Cultural quarters – venues and
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Buildings, streets and public spaces will be activated
by big and small events, featuring temporary I
activations that are quick, affordable and fun.
organised or impromptu, these events will support
economic activity in the city centre, showcase
our creative community and awaken the spirit of
9.2 F
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scale spaces in partnership with creative communities,
business and institutions (see page 160).
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Pop-up shops
Markets and stalls
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tenancies
Cafés and bars
Creative business
incubators
PROGRAMMING
ACTIVATION & RETAIL
PERFORMANCE
STREET FOOD
ART AND
DESIGN
TYPES OF ACTIVATION
PLAY
A variety of types of activation will EVENTS AND
occur in different parts of the city FESTIVALS
centre and attract different people. SPORTS AND
RECREATION
PERFORMANCE
Music
Theatre
Dance
Cinema
Busking
STREET FOOD
Street food/
beverage carts
Outdoor dining
Food markets

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Temporary art and

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sound and
multimedia art
Creative lighting
sculpture and painting
play
Pop-up
playgrounds
Games
Dancing
Water activities
events and festivals
street parties
Festivals
Civic events
sports and recreation
Ball and racquet sports

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skateboarding
rock climbing
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the city centre is a place for people and business to
connect, and easy access is essential. the transport
network is simple to use and moves people and goods
to, from and within our city centre smoothly. Buses and
trains glide through the city and the streets are bustling
with people. grand gateways celebrate arrival into
the capital and the river connects it with surrounding
neighbourhoods, making the everyday commute a
memorable experience.
our city centre is a special place

Where people Move freely.
This will be delivered through

the following sub-strategies:
A5.1 an easy commute
A5.2 connecting the inner city
A5.3 connecting active pathways
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Brisbane will develop a frequent and sophisticated, ‘turn up and go’ network that
connects inner-city neighbourhoods and destinations. in 2031, almost half the trips
to the city centre will be from inner-city neighbourhoods. Better connecting these
neighbourhoods to the city with easy to use transit networks will be vital for economic
growth and inner-city lifestyles. This inner-city network will be easily recognisable for
visitors, and will keep the city centre buzzing at night-time and weekends.
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Cycling and walking around the city centre will be a pleasure. A network of safe, direct and
continuous pathways will be delivered to connect inner-city neighbourhoods, employment
centres and cultural and entertainment facilities to the city heart along the river’s edge
and through the many parks. These pathways will offer an affordable, healthy and reliable
option that saves time and money. end-of-trip facilities will be provided alongside other
gateway initiatives to make these journeys convenient. Many more of us will be able to
commute on foot or bike and do our bit to help the environment.
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Brisbane’s popular network of continuous riverfront
pathways offers picturesque active transport routes 1.1 U
along the banks. catering to both commuter and
1.2
recreational users, pedestrians, runners and cyclists
will share the generous pathway network. jogging, 1.3
walking and cycling loops will be promoted through
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Brisbane’s topography makes bridges an essential
component in ensuring the city centre is accessible.
new and upgraded bridges will provide safe, direct,
and comfortable access for pedestrians and cyclists
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from the edge of the city into the pedestrian heart.
integrated with the public transport network, they will
also be important arrival gateways for commuters. We
are a river city and we love our bridges. 5.2 D
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edge to the city centre. Welcoming arrival
plazas, landscaping and wayfinding signage will 7.1 I
provide smooth transitions from city centre fringe
transit drop-offs to river crossings and pathways.
intersection improvements will ensure safe I
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connections and signal the transition for cyclists
leaving the pathway network and moving on to
shared cBd streets. accessing our city centre on
foot will be a simple step.
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buses, cyclists and other vehicles. More than 250,000 people arrive in our city centre per
day, and this number will grow significantly. The streets at the heart of our city will be
upgraded to balance the movement of vehicles with the growing needs of pedestrians
and businesses. smart management of city streets and allocation of kerbside space will
reflect the changing needs of the city at different times of the day and week. The needs
of buses, cars, taxis and service vehicles will be balanced with pedestrian movement and
opportunities for capturing economic activity. Our city centre streets will be open for
business.
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a city boulevard and primary
SAFE pedestrian axis.
With pedestrian journeys in the city centre set to 3.2 E
double, it is essential footpaths and pedestrian
crossings are widened and improved to create safe
streets. improvements to intersections, paving,
equitable access and mid-blocks links will ensure 3.3 A
safe, convenient and direct connections between
key destinations. Walking around our city centre will 3.4 E
be a breeze.
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council’s ideas fiesta in april 2013 encouraged the

Brisbane community to explore the future of their city
centre through a three-week program of events across
the cBd, supported by online channels. the fiesta aimed
to evoke discussion and excitement about Brisbane’s
future and to invite the community to participate in
shaping their city centre. the passion and talent of
Brisbane’s design, development, business, education and
creative communities was harnessed to offer a diverse
range of experiences including workshops, forums,
community events and the showcasing of transformative
ideas. the ideas fiesta provided a platform for the
exchange of ideas in a collaborative, fun and open
way. ideas and feedback received have influenced the
directions of the master plan and helped council identify
priorities for future delivery.

ommunity
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SNAPSHOT
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16,427 total number

of attendees
more than
1.2
million
social media views
Web views: 61,847
Twitter views: 607,658
Facebook views: 680,110
Facebook likes: 4732
Post-it note votes: 1271
Emails: 95

PhotograPhy & sketching
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guided walking tours
Park & square events
laneway events
Ind street Picnics
workshoPs 83
live music
forums
fitness
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More than 1200 secondary and C

university students focused on
the city centre and transformative
areas as part of their course work.
students were encouraged to share
their ideas on the social hub and
the best of offerings were exhibited
at various fiesta events, including
the ideas gallery event in king
george square.
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places of the river
frontage
gardens
improve public access
publicly accessible
places to touch and
food and drink
engage with the river
destinations
places to relax, eat,
drink and recreate
along and on the river
B
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ciTy-makiNG moves
& implemeNTaTioN plaN
Part B of the Brisbane City Centre Master Plan 2014 sets
out the framework for delivery. it comprises 10 ‘city-making
moves’ and 31 transformative projects that will set a new
direction for our city centre and deliver our vision for an
Open Brisbane. it is supported by an implementation plan
that identifies the priorities for delivery over the next five
years.
Delivery
PART
B
87
88 three mechanisms for Delivery
T status: a living docuMent
the Brisbane City Centre Master Plan 2014 is a
flexible, living document. the precise timing,
responsibility and funding for each action can be
difficult to predict, and therefore the plan sets out
the broad direction and priorities to guide future
development and investment. in this context, this
delivery framework has sought to:
• present city-making moves to guide decision-
making and identify key projects
• identify transformative and catalytic projects as
priorities for investment
• provide high-level guidance on timeframes,
responsibilities and actions.
the plan will be monitored and refined regularly
to ensure future opportunities can be captured
and built into the delivery process. While this
plan accounts for growth and development for
the 20 years up to 2034, the implementation plan
will focus on the delivery of priority projects and
initiatives during the next five years.
MechanisM 1:
governance
MechanisM 2: MechanisM 3:
planning for projects and
developMent initiatives
focus of this document

Mechanism 1:
GOVERNANCE 89
The successful implementation of this The governance framework within Brisbane

City Council will foster both leadership and
plan is closely tied with the governance collaboration, ensuring planning guidance,
arrangements adopted to oversee its development facilitation, infrastructure planning,
delivery. Implementation requires strong project delivery and place management functions
are coordinated. Council will work collaboratively
leadership, collaboration with stakeholders with the community, business and the Queensland
and a robust approach to decision-making. Government to fulfil our city centre’s potential. This
governance structure can adapt and evolve over
time in response to new challenges and directions.
CIVIC CABINET
CITY PLANNING AND URBAN FUTURES BRISBANE BOARD

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Independent Design Advisory Panel (IDAP),
(CPED) Inclusive Brisbane Board (IBB)
CHAIR URBAN RENEWAL BRISBANE

CPED – URBAN RENEWAL Promote and advocate for the City Centre
Master Plan
BRISBANE
PUBLIC REALM IMPLEMENTATION

Coordinate implementation of
City Centre Master Plan projects Urban Design, Natural Environment,
and initiatives Water and Sustainability
Prepare the statutory City TRANSPORT IMPLEMENTATION

Centre Neighbourhood Plan
Brisbane Transport, Brisbane Infrastructure –
Engage with community City Projects Office/Transport Planning and
and industry Strategy Branch/Congestion Reduction Unit
Monitor and review the City
Centre Master Plan EVENTS, MARKETING AND PLACE
MANAGEMENT
Economic Development, Brisbane Marketing*,
Creative Communities
DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION
Development Assessment, CPED – Urban
Renewal Brisbane
QUEENSLAND
COMMUNITY BUSINESS
GOVERNMENT
* Brisbane Marketing is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brisbane City Council
Mechanism 2:
90 PLANNING FOR DEVELOPMENT

Private development and investment
will play a major role in the city centre’s
economy and the lifestyle it offers. With
50 new buildings projected over the next
20 years, the private sector will also drive
significant changes in our built form, public
realm and infrastructure. An effective
planning framework can harness and guide
this development to optimise community
benefit and help deliver our vision for the
city centre.
Statutory and non-statutory Development facilitation

design guidance and negotiation
CITY CENTRE
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN
DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION
Amend the City Centre
Neighbourhood Plan. CPED – URBAN RENEWAL BRISBANE:
Guide and facilitate the renewal of
strategic development sites.
Provide advice to development
BUILDINGS THAT BREATHE assessment.
COMPENDIUM
Prepare best-practice design DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT
compendium for built form. Undertake assessment of development
applications for the city centre.
STREETSCAPE DESIGN INDEPENDENT DESIGN ADVISORY PANEL

Provide advice on development proposals
GUIDANCE and advocate for high quality design in
Update streetscape design guidance the city centre.
for the city centre in The Brisbane City
Plan 2014.
PRIORITY
INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN
Update priority infrastructure plan to
include city centre projects.

Mechanism 3:
PROJECTS AND INITIATIVES 91
To catalyse development, harness growth Part B of this plan outlines the priority projects
for the city centre over the next 20 years. It is
and realise our potential as a New World
presented as a series of city-making moves, each
City we must invest in our public realm comprising a suite of priority projects, strategies
and transport systems, our cultural assets and initiatives, big and small, that will transform our
and technology. Council will work closely city centre.
with the Queensland Government and the These include:
private sector to deliver these important • Essential infrastructure investment/projects
projects and initiatives. required to keep our city functioning as it grows
• Public realm investment vital to improving our
lifestyle and attracting private sector investment
• Programs to encourage community
engagement, activation and cultural expression
• Further studies to investigate new initiatives and
prepare for the delivery of projects.
Part B of the City Centre Master Project delivery and

Plan – delivery framework implementation
B RID GE
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CITY-MAKING MOVES PUBLIC REALM
2:
IMPLEMENTATION
A collection of related projects
and initiatives which provide a new Urban Design, Natural Environment,
direction for our city centre. Water and Sustainability
TRANSPORT IMPLEMENTATION
Brisbane Transport, Brisbane
TRANSFORMATIVE PROJECT Infrastructure – City Projects Office/
A major project that will help to transform a Transport Planning and Strategy
part of the city centre, attract investment and Branch/Congestion Reduction Unit
catalyse change. (e.g.)
2.1 Kangaroo Point Bridge
2.2 Victoria Bridge EVENTS, MARKETING AND

PLACE MANAGEMENT
Economic Development, Brisbane
Marketing*, Creative Communities
INITIATIVES AND STUDIES QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT

Smaller initiatives or additional studies
required to facilitate the City Centre Master
Plan delivery.
PRIVATE SECTOR
* Brisbane Marketing is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brisbane City Council

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into 10 ‘city-making moves’.
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Queens Wharf and
represents a mixture of the big 1.2
William street precinct
and the small, the aspirational
1.3 city reach
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the city centre with a suite of 2.2 victoria Bridge
mutually supporting projects
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neighbourhood
8.2 plan and design 10.3 cultural quarters
compendium
subtropical 10.4 smart energy
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1.2 Queens Wharf and William street precinct 104
1.3 City reach 106
2: city Bridges
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2.1 Kangaroo Point Bridge 110
2.2 Victoria Bridge 112
3: city Boulevards
3.1 Queen street 116
3.2 edward street 118
1.1 3.3 Adelaide street 120

3.4 elizabeth street 121
4: a green spine
4.1 Albert street 124
4.2 City Botanic Gardens 126
4.3 Wickham and roma street Parklands 128
5: grand arrivals
5.1 Central station 132
5.2 roma street station 134
6: transit city
6.1 Going underground 138
6.2 CityGlider network 140
7: the inner-city stitch

7.1 Valley Heart and Centenary Place 144
7.2 City West and Petrie Terrace 146
7.3 Kurilpa 148
7.4 spring Hill 149
8: distinctive architecture
8.1 strategic development sites 152
8.2 Neighbourhood plan and design compendium 154
8.3 subtropical heritage loop 155
K 9: 24/7 event city
9.1 riverstage 158

9.2 Vibrant City program 160
9.3 City of lights 162
9.4 City at play 164
10: a creative econoMy

10.1 Digital city 166
WoolloongaBBa 10.2 Knowledge incubators 167
10.3 Cultural quarters 168
10.4 smart energy 169
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Notes: Not all of the projects listed are annotated on the map. refer to page
references provided for more details. Projects shown are indicative only and subject
to detailed design.
98 FroM Vision to reality
The 10 city-making moves and the project The city-making moves and their inter-relationship
with the five strategies are set out in the diagram
within each move will help to deliver the below. This diagram highlights that city-making is a
strategies in Part A of the plan. These collaborative activity that requires a clear framework
moves are clear areas of focus that and support of all participants. The 10 city-making
moves provide the framework for coordinating the
integrate transport, economic, public deployment of effort, capital and creativity.
realm, built form and cultural dimensions.
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3.1 Queen street

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3.3 Adelaide street
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TRANSIT
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7.1 Valley Heart and Centenary Place ongoing

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7.3 Kurilpa ongoing
7.4 spring Hill ongoing

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10.4 smart energy ongoing
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1.2 Queens Wharf and William street precinct
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stage and performance venue. Small
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Neighbourhood Plan for
M e n ts
the site identifying parkland council to complete
areas, key connections, public realm works
development sites and built including cliff
form controls. connections, adventure
recreation, parkland and
council to complete public access road.
riverWalk connection
from new farm to
city centre.
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commercial activities
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investigate opportunity for

a riverhub – a consolidated
public marina, cityhopper
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establish planning framework
Complete riverWalk connection

Public realm and parkland
improvements
refurbish Wharf buildings
Commercial redevelopment
A new riverHub
Private sector
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williaM street Precinct
Brisbane’s newest redevelopment precinct in the city centre
will connect us with our river and our history. the William
street precinct, a strategic renewal opportunity in the heart
of the city, will be developed in conjunction with Queens
Wharf. this rediscovered slice of waterfront history will
double the length of accessible waterfront in the city centre.
refurbished heritage buildings, temporary events and new
recreation opportunities will provide an ever-changing
experience, bringing new life to this part of the city.
Queens Wharf will revitalise

more than half a kilometre of
riverfront public space.
an idea for Queens Wharf By lat 27 an idea for the WilliaM street precinct By hassell
“AweSoMe! the more riverfront

access the better”
during ideas Fiesta
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passive use. strengthen
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places through improved
connections, adaptive re-use
and interpretive signage.
prepare an activation
program for Queens Wharf
including temporary and
recurring events.
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terminal upgrade
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William street precinct
redevelopment
Cultural and recreation hub
Activation program ongoing
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“Strengthening the river’s edge as a

continuous and generous promenade is
to be commended”
– Australian institute of Architects
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concept for realm through
the waterfront design and construct facilitation of
public realm public spaces in redevelopment
in consultation conjunction with opportunities.
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with key kangaroo point
stakeholders. Bridge where edward
street meets the river
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Construct urban promontory
Public realm Improvements ongoing
Public realm investment in Admiralty Towers Park
Private sector
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es Brisbane will embrace the river with investment in
king new river crossings and improvements to existing
City-ma bridges. The network of pedestrian and cycle bridges,
integrated with the larger transport network, will
improve commuter access to the city centre and allow
us to hop from peninsula to peninsula to explore
inner-city neighbourhoods. uniquely Brisbane, these
bridges will take their place among the river’s iconic
structures to provide memorable experiences and
postcard moments.
2.2 Victoria Bridge
2.2 2.1
Alignment with Strategies
in Part A: Master plan
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2.2 Victoria Bridge
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in 2010, the inner-city bridges

carried more than 35,000
pedestrians and cyclists a day.
– Brisbane City Council Active “great idea. I would go to kangaroo
Transport strategy Point a lot more if it was easier walking
distance from the bottom of the CBd”.
during ideas Fiesta
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provide generous public

plazas at bridge landings
including transitions to
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Public realm gateways
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Victoria Bridge is used by over 15,000

pedestrians and cyclists every day.
– Brisbane City Council Active
Transport strategy
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including provision
of shade, and
realignment of bus
lanes to improve
integration with
public realm.
accommodate
opportunities for
dining and undertake
public realm works to
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create event-ready
spaces at the cultural
centre landing.
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Bridge amenity and safety
Activate bridge landing ongoing
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BouleVards
The streets of the city centre will become vital public
spaces. More than just conduits for movement, they will
be dynamic platforms for public life as well as significant
contributors to the energy, economy and function of the
city. They will be essential to our outdoor lifestyle – we
will use them for dining, shopping and events as well
as the exchange of goods and services. Their varied
topography and function will define each street with a
unique character and identity. The following projects
will transform our city streets into enticing and shady
places where every journey is an enjoyable one.
3.1 Queen street 3.3 Adelaide street
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3.1 Queen Street
3.2 Edward Street
3.3 Adelaide Street
3.4 Elizabeth Street
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ci ty Brisbane’s bustling Queen street is the heart of the city centre.

Boasting six destination shopping centres, heritage arcades
and laneways filled with australian designers and independent
boutiques it will continue to be our primary ‘high street’ retail
address. however, Queen street is more than just a shopping
precinct. running right through the city centre with the river
at either end, it is our ‘river to river’ link. We will anchor the
street with waterfront viewing decks and places for people to
gather at either end. it will connect our cultural, entertainment
and live music precincts with the heart of the city.
an idea for adMiralty toWers park

By place design group Queen street Mall Queen street extension
“Queen Street Mall is arguably Australia’s

most successful pedestrian mall, playing
host to over 26 million local, national and
international visitors a year. “
– Brisbane Marketing
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that develops a
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connection. street to enhance the
pedestrian environment
facilitate a program of from the mall to the
events and activities river.
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by investigating changes
to the intersection and
bus portal.
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undertake ongoing
works to improve the
public realm and retail
environment within the
Queen street Mall with
a focus on increasing
pedestrian space
and reducing
clutter.
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Streetscape upgrades
Riverfront public realm
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“this should be a priority for Brisbane

– simple improvements to the existing
streets will help promote the city”
during ideas Fiesta
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along Edward Street Edward Street
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between Queen
and Elizabeth as
a demonstration
of public realm
improvements.
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streetscape
Stage 2 upgrades to
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streetscape between Elizabeth
upgrades to and Alice.
Edward Street
between Ann and
Queen.
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Retail design regulations
Stage 1 streetscape upgrades
Stage 2 and 3 streetscape upgrades
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“the intersection of Adelaide

and edward is one of the busiest for
3.3
adelaide street pedestrians in the CBd with over 60,000
pedestrian movements per day.”
– Brisbane City Council Active
Transport strategy
adelaide street is in a constant state of
movement with buses ferrying people,
delivery vehicles and cyclists moving in
between, and shoppers and city workers
adding to the bustle. featuring boutique
retail and renowned civic spaces, adelaide
street is much more than a corridor. We
will streamline bus stops and enhance
pedestrian spaces to create an efficient
and attractive transit-oriented street.
adelaide street, BrisBane

the key design principles are:
iconic transit street: enhance CAPe M
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the streetscape and integrate elegant Tr T
and sophisticated transit structures
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pedestrian, retail and civic roles. plan to accommodate
remove clutter: de-clutter footpaths
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implement a clear strategy strategy and improve
to create more space for pedestrians, and signage system for two the pedestrian
shoppers and bus patrons. bus stop precincts to improve environment.
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the legibility and efficiency of

city forest: reinforce and continue the bus services. review loading
zones to provide bus priority
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distinctive green canopy along adelaide

during peak periods and
street with complementary landscaping.
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more loading space outside upgrade streetscapes

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upgrade bus shelters and
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Pedestrian and streetscape upgrades
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“we need to devote more city space to
pedestrians and create a more vibrant
experience for city goers.”
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elizaBetH street
elizabeth street knits the city together.
laneways, arcades and mid-block
crossings will enable people to filter
through the city centre to the retail
heart. We will improve pedestrian safety
and amenity, reduce conflicts with
vehicle crossovers and promote new
development to activate the street.
Elizabeth Street, Brisbane
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redevelopment of
Myer centre and
Queen street Bus
station to deliver an
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A green spine will bring together our city streets
and gardens. Albert street will be transformed into a
subtropical corridor linking Wickham and roma street
Parklands to King George square and the City Botanic
Gardens. The Wickham and roma street Parklands will
bring five parks together and draw these green spaces
into the very heart of the city. The City Botanic Gardens
will be rejuvenated to confirm its status as a world-class
riverfront park. These projects will leave an important
green legacy in our city heart.
Wickham and
4.1 Albert street 4.3
roma street Parklands
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4.1 Albert Street
4.3 Wickham and Roma St. Parklands
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street trees not only provide amenity,

environmental health and wellbeing benefits,
they also add economic benefits, increasing
property values by as much as 7%.
– National Heart Foundation of Australia
“I love the idea of creating a green street.

the linking of the two major gardens would
create unity in the city “
– Community feedback during
ideas Fiesta (Facebook)
an idea for alBert street By tract consultants

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create a year- stage 1 – upgrade
round calendar of contributes to street
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albert street
events that allow greening and street
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street and
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road closures charlotte street.
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streetscape
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The City Botanic Gardens

features 1.2km of river edge.
“Beautiful way of engaging the river”

during ideas Fiesta
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all-abilities council to manage a

green heart of
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playground. program of temporary

the city including activations in the
ideas for showcasing gardens and incorporate
heritage values and use of interpretive
providing signage, artwork and
an interpretive tours.
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improvements to
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more accessible
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facility and
undertake park
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including
upgrades to
entrances,
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gardens.
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City Botanic Gardens master
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Botanic reach river edge precinct
Community facility and connections
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We will transform the series of individual green spaces

on the city’s ridgeline into an impressive, integrated
parkland. this lush network will become the green
threshold to petrie terrace and spring hill, important
city-fringe precincts abounding with neighbourhood
culture. in unifying these parks we will awaken the
history, culture and tourism opportunities these
precincts have to offer.
“Play space and pedestrian connections are
good to complement Roma Street Park.”
– Community feedback during ideas Fiesta.
an idea for WickhaM park By BrisBane city council
There are more than 20 hectares of

parklands in the north-west of the city.
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master plan in incorporating streetscape
consultation with improvements and
the local community wayfinding elements
and stakeholders to that provide navigation
integrate roma street to parks.
restore parklands, Wickham park,
and uncover king edward park and emma
the historic Miller place into a cohesive
windmill and green space.
reservoirs to
provide a tourist
destination, city
lookout and events
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park and emma Miller place
including improved pedestrian
and cycle connections across
roma street and a destination
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parklands.
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Parks precinct master plan
Albert Street upgrade
Pedestrian connections and playground
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G m
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king will celebrate arrival into our city centre with a uniquely
City-ma Brisbane welcome. exceptional architecture and
grand interior volumes will reflect the civic importance
of public transit. Generous public spaces will create
welcoming meeting places while everyday conveniences
and seamless transitions will make the daily commute
a breeze. Destinations in their own right, our transit
stations will offer insights into the history and culture of
the city through temporary and permanent exhibitions.
We will invest in our city centre stations to ensure arriving
in Brisbane is part of a memorable journey.
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5.2 Roma Street Station
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grand central station, neW york
Central station has the highest

passenger traffic in the south east
Queensland rail network (more
than 105,000 people per day),
and will experience substantial
growth prior to the delivery of
underground Bus and Train.
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precinct.
upgrade existing
entrances to improve revitalise
space and legibility central station
for pedestrians, to provide a
and investigate new single grand interior r e fu
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reinstating the heritage
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function as the civic
address on ann street.
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facilitate
redevelopment on
vacant sites.
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Improve entrances
Revitalise station
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Facilitate development
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an idea for roMa street By hassell

During peak periods, roma street is the
arrival point for 25,000 city commuters
and interstate and international visitors.
“Support ideas that open up to the transit
centre and make tourists more welcome.
Shops and cafes that open directly on the
streets are great.”
– Community feedback during ideas Fiesta
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supplementing the fig trees
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with further landscape and
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investigate
street activation.
s ti g
opportunities for a
new cultural facility
ati o n s
above the rail corridor
and integrating with
redevelop roma street the roma street
station creating high parklands.
quality buildings that
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Roma Street public realm
Transit Centre redevelopment
Cultural facility investigations
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T m
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es Brisbane is becoming a transit city. We will continue to
king invest in an integrated system of dedicated busways,
City-ma a world-class rail network and new CityGlider network
to create a modern, high-frequency, high-capacity
public transport network. We will invest in underground
infrastructure to reduce the impact on city streets
and provide the impetus for urban revitalisation. The
following projects are vital to ensuring the journey to our
city centre is a convenient, comfortable and hassle-free
experience from start to finish.
6.2 CityGlider network
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Tran Better connections between our economic heart

and the rapidly growing south east Queensland
region are essential. the underground Bus and
train will provide much-needed rail and bus capacity
delivering thousands more workers, shoppers and
visitors to the new stations at Woolloongabba,
george street and roma street. the underground
Bus and train will almost double the daily passenger
capacity of Brisbane’s rail and bus network,
provide a world-class transit experience and be
complemented by other initiatives to increase
capacity in the city’s bus network.
George street’s underground

Bus and Train station is
projected to accommodate
100,000 commuters per day.
CONCePTs DeVelOPeD FOr THe uBAT BY QueeNslAND GOVerNMeNT (DTMr)
CONCePTs DeVelOPeD FOr THe uBAT BY QueeNslAND GOVerNMeNT (DTMr)

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s it the cityglider network will connect our inner city.
Tran Workers, residents and tourists will glide along
the city streets, moving quickly and conveniently
between employment hubs and popular
destinations. We will establish more routes, to
more places, more often. features will include
easy to recognise vehicles with multiple entry
doors, prepaid boarding, real-time information and
improved waiting facilities. our cityglider network
will be the envy of the nation.
Highly recognisable Distinctive, high-

stations featuring capacity vehicles
subtropical design
real-time information Network map on buses
Multi-door boarding
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48% of all trips to the city centre will be

made from within the inner city by 2031.
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Develop implementation plan

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king doorstep of the city centre. Once blighted by traffic, the
City-ma development potential of these urban village precincts
will be unlocked to stitch the inner city back together.
They will emerge as new lifestyle precincts with
places to live, work and relax centred around existing
parklands and new cultural facilities. We will open up
development opportunities and deliver lasting micro-
economic reform in these precincts through integrated
master planning, delivery of essential infrastructure and
investment in public realm improvements.
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7.1 Valley Heart and Centenary Place ongoing
7.2 City West and Petrie Terrace ongoing
7.3 Kurilpa ongoing
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We will revive the heart of the valley, stitching together the

retail core with neighbouring employment and residential
precincts via subtropical streets. new development will
be catalysed through improvements to public spaces and
transport connections. a reinvigorated Brunswick street
Mall and new laneway developments will energise the
valley heart as a lifestyle destination throughout the day
and night. centenary place will be established as a village
green that connects the valley to the city and spring hill to
howard smith Wharves.
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“love the ‘neighbourhood’ theme!

Community acceptance and vibrancy”
during ideas Fiesta
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Centenary Place improvements
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“…there are not nearly enough places

along our beautiful river for the general
population to just enjoy.”
during ideas Fiesta
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within the precinct. investment and key
update the infrastructure requirements
City Centre to enable private sector
Neighbourhood undertake development.
Plan to provide works to transform the
a framework victoria Barracks site
for future into a lifestyle, heritage
growth. and cultural precinct and
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Cultural hub and bridge connection
Identify key infrastructure
Incremental development ongoing
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“with the redevelopment of the last
remaining industrial sites, the kurilpa area
has the potential to accommodate over 6000
new residents and 40,000 new workers.”
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7.3
kurilPa
the energy of the city centre meets the
creativity and culture of south Brisbane
in the emerging kurilpa precinct. only a
short walk from the city heart, kurilpa will
be home to a mix of vibrant laneways,
new businesses, residential and creative
industry clusters. the redevelopment
of key industrial sites will revitalise this
precinct, open up the riverfront and create
new lifestyle and cultural destinations.
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development sites. lane, grey street and
adjoining streets.
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River edge public realm improvements ongoing
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“I think it’s an awesome idea – a lot of
kids spend too much time indoors with
technology. Need more fun parks around
for families”
during ideas Fiesta
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7.4
sPring Hill
spring hill is beginning to bloom.
overlooking the city centre, this
historic neighbourhood is home to vital
hospitals, schools and a thriving small
business community. a network of new
pedestrian links, small green spaces and
ridge-top parks will reconnect spring
hill with the heart of the city. Welcome
to our city’s verandah.
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Brisbane’s pleasant subtropical climate has inspired

our distinct architectural heritage. We will guide the
development of key sites and precincts to showcase
modern subtropical architecture that continues this
heritage and uniquely brands our city. This will position
us firmly as innovators on the world stage and offer
economic, tourism and environmental benefits. We
will design our buildings to accommodate growth and
deliver distinctive urban architecture, public realm and
landscape that are of our latitude.
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8.2 Neighbourhood plan and design compendium
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8.1 Strategic development sites ongoing

Neighbourhood plan and design
8.2
compendium
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Distin We will work collaboratively with landowners and
developers to unlock the potential of strategic
holdings in the city centre and facilitate timely
development with best-practice design. these
development sites will drive the city’s economy and
showcase our distinctive ‘buildings that breathe’
architecture, setting the agenda for the rest of the city
to follow. open, inviting, laden with landscape and
embodying our outdoor lifestyle, these places and
spaces will put our city on the world stage.
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city centre for 50 new buildings
over the next 20 years.
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& design coMPendiuM
our subtropical built heritage will be the inspiration
for new designs that will become the heritage of the
future. We will provide clear yet flexible guidance for
all who invest, design and build in our city centre. new
developments will be open, engaging and green, with
shaded spaces and opportunities to interact with the
street. they will energise our economy and complement
our growing skyline. each new development will
contribute to Brisbane’s identity, prosperity and lifestyle.
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vision and design and foster contextual
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THE MANSIONS, GEORGE STREET
8.3
Heritage looP
There are 209 individual heritage
places, buildings and elements
within the suburb of Brisbane City.
We will celebrate and protect our

heritage places and natural assets with a
subtropical heritage loop. iconic heritage
buildings will become inviting cultural
destinations that interact with the city
and the landscape. an interpretive trail
connects these places to provide a
journey through our city’s history.
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opportunity to stroll
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Heritage guidance
Amend neighbourhood plan
Identify a heritage loop
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The city centre is no longer a 9-5 proposition. we will

extend trading hours, offer international-standard
dining and host world-class events as the foundation of
our 24/7 city. The city centre, south Bank and Fortitude
Valley are unique destinations that will offer a variety
of events and cultural and entertainment facilities to
bring the city to life. Our laneways, ‘hole in the wall’
bars, micro-theatres, riverside events and small-scale
‘happenings’ will ensure there is always something
to do. Our river, parks and cliffs will invite people to
exercise, play and relax. The following projects will
extend activity in our city beyond the work day.
9.1 R 9.3 City of lights
9.2 Vibrant City program 9.4 A city at play
9.4
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9.1 Riverstage
9.2 Vibrant City program ongoing

ongoing
9.3 City of lights ongoing
9.4 A city at play ongoing
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The riverstage has hosted some of the

biggest names in the entertainment
business, however, the seating
capacity of 9500 people limits the
type of events that can be held.
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riverstage including an
aspirational marketing
campaign which
highlights its regional
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Stage 1 Riverstage – design
Safe connections
Stage 2 Riverstage – construction
Events and marketing program ongoing
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an idea for city Botanic gardens By BrisBane city council

2.5 million investment has kick-started
a rapid revitalisation of Burnett lane
resulting in a 60% increase in foot
traffic (2008-12), and a number of new
restaurants/bars and businesses.
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develop a digital use the outdoor gallery
portal and associated infrastructure.
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smart phone app that
facilitates booking of 2 Fig Tree Reserve
spaces and organising
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and community-driven events,
big and small. this includes
supporting recent investment
in laneways such as Bakery
lane and california lane in
the valley heart and fish
lane in kurilpa.
Digital portal
Events hotline
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Events program ongoing
Private sector
New York City earned its
nickname ‘the city that never
sleeps’ because there are always
parts of the city to discover at
any time of the day or night –
well lit streets play a big role in
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city oF ligHts
When night falls a myriad of lights
will welcome people into the city to
Lantern installation, Burnett Lane, Brisbane
dine, shop and celebrate. We will be
out in the city all night as the streets
stay open, full of life and adventure.
our buildings, bridges and natural
features will be on show as a canvas
for our creativity.
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develop a ‘city paths, cycleways and feature lighting on facades
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including a curatorial routes and the river’s edge iconic architecture.

framework for local to ensure a level of security
artists and artists to for people travelling after
showcase their work dark.
in the civic arena.
new development
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Network of lights ongoing
Feature lighting ongoing
Creative lighting ongoing
Private sector

“looks like a lot of fun for big
and little kids”
– Community feedback during
ideas Fiesta (Facebook)
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a city at Play AN IDEA FOR ARCH LANE BY Brisbane CITY COUNCIL
the city centre will offer more

than just a 9-5 workplace, creating
places to gather, play and enjoy
life around the clock. it will be a
playground where people of all ages
come to have fun. the parks and
public places will offer innovative,
interactive and constantly changing
experiences that make the most of
our subtropical climate. AN IDEA FOR Queens Wharf BY Brisbane CITY COUNCIL
the key design principles are: StepS to Delivering the viSion

playinG allowed: Build opportunities for A
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Promote an active and healthy
ongoing
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Our city centre will become an economic incubator,

a meeting place of creative industries and a hub for
the knowledge economy. We will invest in spaces and
technology that will empower the next generation of
businesses and creative professionals. Bringing together
new ideas, inspiration and innovation, our city centre
will lead Brisbane’s entire economy into the future.
10.1 Digital city 10.3 Cultural quarters
10.2 Knowledge incubators 10.4 S
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10.1 Digital city ongoing
10.2 Knowledge incubators ongoing
10.3 Cultural quarters ongoing
10.4 Smart energy ongoing
5 Year Plan
By 2012, 60% of Australians
had mobile smart devices and
phones, 20% had tablets and
A 65% were using social media.
– PWC – Outlook Australian
entertainment and Media 2012-2016
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10.1
digital city
the city centre will be embedded with the
latest digital technologies, ensuring up-
to-date information is at our fingertips to
provide a competitive edge. people will be
informed and connected, fostering an open,
innovative and entrepreneurial community.
our digital embrace will allow us to explore
new approaches and realise opportunities to
interact with people, places and ideas. We must
always be changing, growing and evolving. AN IDEA FOR DIGITAL INFORMATION PILLARS BY
Brisbane CITY COUNCIL

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information at key gateways. buildings, spaces and
major streets in the
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knowledge
incuBators
Brisbane’s inner city is a fertile ground for new
ideas, products and services. We will facilitate
small, flexible and affordable business spaces
to encourage entrepreneurs and start-ups to
occupy our laneways, heritage buildings and new
developments. We will develop flourishing links
between research centres, educational institutions
and small business to attract creative thinkers and
skilled workers.
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establish libraries, California lane
universities and
public buildings as
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where small and emerging
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Fish lane industrial buildings and
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Review of plans
Digital knowledge hubs
Knowledge incubators ongoing
Private sector
employment growth in the creative
A and cultural industries is more
than double that of the rest of the
Australian economy between 1996
and 2006 (4.5% compared to 1.75%).
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cultural Quarters
creativity and culture will find a home in A complex creative economy
our city centre. We will transform clusters of requires supportive resource and
knowledge hubs connected together
under-used heritage buildings and spaces into to increase the flow of people and
ideas.
cultural quarters, featuring creative industries,
– Creative Brisbane – Creative
restaurants and cultural venues. these cultural economy 2013-22
hubs will inspire locals and visitors to explore and

experience our city. the combination of world-
class cultural facilities and street-based culture
will give the city a competitive edge in attracting
tourism and a highly skilled workforce.
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Brisbane is leading all Australian
capital cities in green star ratings.
30% of Brisbane’s CBD office space
is green star certified compared
to a 20% national average
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10.4
sMart energy
our city centre will continue to showcase
smart energy technology and transition
to a sustainable future. low-energy
buildings, efficient transport systems and
the latest technologies will reduce long-
term pressure on energy infrastructure
and expenditure. We will promote
energy efficiency to support business
growth, maintain our competitive edge
and build a resilient economy.
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to achieve high to adopt climate-
energy ratings and responsive design,
investigate the use include clean and
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agreements. high energy ratings.
continue to
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for the city centre
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172 Brisbane’s transformation into a New World City hasn’t
happened overnight. it has involved an
ongoing commitment to invest in and celebrate our
city, our lifestyle and our culture. World expo 88
marked a coming of age, placing our city on the
world stage and changing the way people thought
about Brisbane. Twenty-five years later, we now
have an impressive track record of delivering
transformative city-making projects.
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have influenced and shaped our city centre to make
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174
a Five-year plaN We are a river city. However, we still
have a significant way to go towards
realising this potential in the city
in collaboration with key stakeholders centre. Strategic investment in the
and the community, the Brisbane City spaces, promenades and facilities that
line the banks of our river will unlock
Centre Master Plan 2014 has been our greatest geographical and amenity
prepared to guide the transformation asset.
of our city centre over the next 20 years.
To drive delivery in the short term and
catalyse investment, the implementation
plan will focus on the next five years.
The master plan identifies a range of deliverables

within the short term, including priority projects
as well as smaller and ongoing initiatives. These
projects and initiatives cover many of the city-
making moves, however, there will be a focus on
our river and its bridges, and our city boulevards
and inner-city connections.
The implementation plan highlights six priority
projects that represent the best opportunities to
drive the transformation of our city centre in the
short term. These will be supported by a range
of other ongoing projects and initiatives that will
be implemented by Council. The implementation
plan will be reviewed on a regular basis.
city
Un Master Plan 2014
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1.1 H
Queens Wharf and 175

1.2
WilliaM street precinct
2.1 K
3.2 E
4.1 A
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SUPPORTING
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10.1 DIGITAL
tHe First FiVe years:
prioriTy projecTs
The Brisbane City Centre Master Plan 2014 will
176 kick-start the transformation of our city centre
through the delivery of six priority projects. These
projects will commence during the next five years
to revitalise our city streets and riverfront precincts
city BridGes
and better connect inner-city neighbourhoods. Key
to delivering the master plan vision and strategies,
these projects also offer value for money and will
unlock significant private investment.
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1.1 hoWard sMith Wharves
Howard smith Wharves will be a world-class, river’s

edge destination offering an authentic experience
F of our river city – our natural assets, our heritage and
our outdoor lifestyle (refer page 102).
179
Queens Wharf and

1.2
1.1 H
Brisbane’s newest strategic redevelopment precinct
will reconnect us with our river and early history
whilst temporary events and new recreation
opportunities will provide an ever-changing
experience, bringing new life to this part of the city
(refer page 104).
2.1 kangaroo point Bridge
Kangaroo Point Bridge will unlock convenient

pedestrian and cyclist access to the city across
an elegant and light-weight structure that will
complement our skyline and touch lightly on the
river’s edge (refer page 110).
3.2 edWard street
edward street will be transformed into a world-class

retail environment with improved footpaths, tree-
lined streets and beautiful buildings to support its
2.1 K
establishment as Brisbane’s home for international
luxury brands (refer page 118).
4.1 alBert street
Albert street will become Brisbane’s leafy green

spine, connecting our city centre parks along a
linear link that embodies our subtropical climate and
outdoor lifestyle (refer page 124).
K
6.1 going underground
The underground Bus and Train will almost double

the daily passenger capacity of Brisbane’s rail and
bus network, provide a world-class transit experience
and be complemented by other initiatives to
increase capacity in the city’s bus network. (refer
page 138).
Note: Concepts shown are preliminary ideas prepared as

part of the Ideas Fiesta and are subject to detailed planning
and investigations.
MeTers
Brisbane City Centre Master Plan 2014:
180 ackNowledGemeNTs
CC
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lat27
BVN Donovan Hill
Gyte Consulting international (GCi)
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AeCOM Australia Pty. ltd. Australian institute of Architects (AiA)
AMC Developments Brisbane Development Association (BDA)
Archipelago Architects Brisbane Marketing
Architectus PedBikeTrans
Arkhefield Property leaders Brisbane
Aspect studios Property Council of Australia (PCA)
Bureau Proberts PsA Consulting Australia
Conrad Gargett riddel Queensland Government
Cox rayner Architects Queensland university of Technology (QuT)
Hassell limited QlD FutureNet
Haysom Architects The university of Queensland (uQ)
Kevin Hayes Architects Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF)
Owen and Vokes and Peters urban Design Alliance (uDAl)
Place Design Group u.r{BNe} Collective
richard Kirk Architect
stocklands
Tract Consultants
urban Art Projects
urban Circus

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