Early works on the Brisbane 2032 Games Athletes Village are underway in the inner-city suburb of Hamilton.
The Queensland Government has awarded BMD a $87 million contract for the first phase of the project – the Northshore Brisbane Street Renewal Program.
Premier Steven Miles said the program of work, which will begin this month, would pave the way for the Brisbane Athletes Village.
He said the accelerated works included several new roads in the Northshore precinct as well as significant enhancements to existing roads, such as the creation of a sub-tropical boulevard along Macarthur Avenue.
“The tree-lined boulevard will feature separated cycleways, footpaths and landscaping – including native plants.
“When fully completed, it is expected that the Street Renewal Program will be an exemplar of sustainability, resilience and innovation.”
Premier Miles said at full maturity of the trees, it was estimated that 75-80 percent of the road verges would be covered in shade, creating a sun-safe, cool environment for residents and visitors, including athletes and para-athletes at the Games.
He said smart and multi-function light poles will be installed throughout the precinct, supporting enhanced connectivity and security features.
“Ultimately, the Street Renewal Program will also create new development sites ready for the Brisbane Athlete Village to commence construction in coming years.”
Premier Miles said Northshore was Queensland’s largest waterfront urban renewal project and Brisbane’s largest riverfront precinct, occupying 304ha of land along the river’s inner-city Hamilton reach.
“Following the Games, the Brisbane Athlete Village will be repurposed into a range of diverse housing including social, affordable, hotel, retirement and market with community, recreation and leisure facilities.”
