- The Gabba Project Validation Report (PVR) is complete, and design and construction procurement will now begin.
- The new Gabba Stadium will include three new pedestrian bridges
- The Woolloongabba urban renewal precinct will be transformed into a vibrant mixed-use destination featuring retail, dining, housing and open space.
- The community are invited to suggest a new name for the larger precinct, like “East Bank”
The largest urban renewal since South Bank is firmly underway with the Gabba Stadium Project Validation Report (PVR) complete, community consultation on the urban renewal started and a new name on the table.
Deputy Premier Steven Miles is asking the community what they think of “East Bank”, as the new name for the broader Woolloongabba urban renewal precinct, which covers much of the suburb.
The vision for the Precinct is to be a vibrant place on event and non-event days that is better connected and more sustainable and supports more open space, proving a lasting legacy for residents.
The broader precinct provides the opportunity for urban renewal of a world-renowned location for the enjoyment of local residents and those who visit for work or fun.
It will deliver a great mix of uses, from commercial and retail opportunities to hotel and residential options, including at least 20 percent social and affordable housing.
The full stadium rebuild will support this vision, as well as providing an optimal fan experience and achieve international best practice.
The PVR provides detail on how The Gabba stadium will be fully deconstructed and rebuilt to support Queensland’s long-term sport, community, and entertainment needs before and for decades after Brisbane 2032.
In 2018, before the successful bid for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Stadium Taskforce Report found that The Gabba is a ‘tired’ venue and that it would come to the end of its useful life by 2030, indicating a rebuilt Gabba should be considered irrespective of the Games.
Of the four options considered in the PVR, the one selected not only provides the best value for money, but also hits the mark on all four key pillars, including being a catalyst for sustainable urban renewal, investment and ability to attract and host world-class events.
This rebuild sits within the Woolloongabba Priority Development Area (PDA), that will see the rebuilt Gabba Stadium, Cross River Rail and the Brisbane Metro connect to South Bank, the Brisbane CBD and new Brisbane Arena at Roma St via a walkable spine, an active travel corridor to South Bank plus Brisbane City Council’s new green bridge.
Preparation of a Development Scheme for the new Woolloongabba (PDA) is underway and will establish the long-term planning rules for the precinct.
The community are invited to take part in a community survey about the PDA and give feedback on the idea of a new name, including alternatives on Economic Development Queensland’s community consultation page.
