By Natalie Hoitz | 21 Nov 2017

The Property Council has released ‘Six Sites: Redevelopment of surplus government land to stimulate the Queensland economy’. The report, prepared by Urbis, illustrates how the private sector could transform some the Government’s most neglected land parcels.

The research found that many neglected sites across Queensland have the potential to be given a new lease of life and become vibrant community hubs.

Drawing on expertise from across our Urban Design, Planning, Social Planning and Economics teams, Urbis analysed theoretical developments on six key sites and valued the economic and social benefits their renewal could bring.

Better use of this land will add to the State’s budget bottom line, create jobs, housing and greater amenity. It’s an incredible opportunity for Queensland

Natalie Hoitz, Director, explains, “While this research intends to stimulate ideas, not offer fixed solutions, it reveals beyond doubt that there are vast opportunities to do more with surplus State-owned land.

“Better use of this land will add to the State’s budget bottom line, create jobs, housing and greater amenity. It’s an incredible opportunity for Queensland.”

Property Council Queensland Executive Director, Chris Mountford added: “A more concerted focus is needed to work with the private sector to unlock opportunities to deliver new social and place-making outcomes, while positively stimulating economic activity.

“Once completed, these proposals would be home to 8,000 jobs and continue to contribute nearly $1 billion annually to the state’s economy.”

The six sites are:

  1. The former Toowoomba Gasworks

2. Townsville Police Barracks

3. Brisbane Central Station

4. Bundamba TAFE

5. The former Yeronga TAFE

6. The former Brisbane Dental Hospital and College

Download Six Sites: Redevelopment of surplus government land to stimulate the Queensland economy’ now.

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