The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning is asking the public to comment on the future of the South Bank.
The Department has released the Future South Bank Draft Master Plan which includes proposals such as making Grey Street more pedestrian-friendly, improving the Promenade path along the river, increasing green space, upgrading the Cultural Forecourt and creating a world-class maritime precinct.
Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk said that more than 30 years on from World Expo ’88, the time had come to plan for the 42-hectare precinct to be renewed and reinvigorated.
“More than 10,000 pieces of feedback have shaped the Future South Bank Draft Master Plan, making it a plan by the people,” Ms Palaszczuk said.
“The Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Games will again propel South Bank onto the world stage and this plan will make sure the precinct remains world-class.”
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Steven Miles said the Government was committed to ensuring South Bank remained a must-visit global destination.
“South Bank’s iconic beach, bougainvillea-lined arbour, rainforest and riverside greens will be protected and celebrated,” Dr Miles said.
“The plan proposes more green space, places to enjoy by the river, people-friendly streets, improved active travel connections and more diverse dining opportunities.”
Chief Executive of the South Bank Corporation, Bill Delves said the Corporation was proud of what the globally-recognised precinct had provided to the community and economy of Queensland over the past three decades.
“The Master Plan proposes a range of ideas and improvements to help guide the long-term evolution of the precinct,” Mr Delves said.
“It provides us with a blueprint to guide the renewal of older spaces, to integrate this precinct with neighbouring projects and precincts, and to enhance South Bank’s appeal in line with State or city initiatives.”
Engagement on the Master Plan is to be held over the next six weeks and will include a series of community pop-up information sessions and an online survey.
Public consultation closes on 14 December following which feedback will be analysed by the Department to help determine the final Master Plan, which is expected to be completed by late 2023.
Information on the draft master plan and how to ‘have your say’ can be accessed on the ‘Yoursay’ website at this PS News link.
