Sustainability in the Precinct: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

Sustainability in the Precinct: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

January 31, 2020 – Community, Featured, Sustainability

The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre continues to lead the way in sustainability with the installation of 764 solar panels with 309.42 kilowatt solar systems which is expected to supply 40% of the energy demand from the operation of the Centre’s BCEC on Grey Street venue.

They have also recently installed energy saving LED lighting system for the Centre’s Exhibition Halls, Concourse and Car Park equipped with bluetooth smart lighting control facilitating daylight harvesting.

BCEC managed by ASM Global on behalf of South Bank Corporation, already has EarthCheck Gold accreditation from the world’s most recognised environmental benchmarking program and is on track to receive Platinum Certification in 2020.

Design of New Hospital Ward Unveiled at Queensland Children’s Hospital

Design of New Hospital Ward Unveiled at Queensland Children’s Hospital

January 16, 2020 – Community, Featured

Queensland Children’s Hospital has unveiled the design of the new 29-bed ward. The brand-new ward was designed in close consultation with patients, families and staff ensuring the space is both fit for clinical purposes, children and is family-friendly.

In addition to the new ward, the hospital will gain another 6 oncology beds. Both the additional oncology beds and new ward on Level 12 of are expected to be available from late-2020.

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The Prop House and VM+ team have also contributed to design changes at the hospital, by redesigning the Kidszone to a space where children and families can come to play rest, learn, read and create.

The design which is based on metamorphosis included bespoke wall graphics, ‘sheltering tree, tailored flooring and a secret cubby.

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New Year’s Eve South Bank

New Year’s Eve South Bank

December 11, 2019 – Community, Events

New Year’s Eve Fireworks at South Bank will include two sessions, one at 8.30 and another at midnight that will feature 10 minutes of fireworks.  The best vantage  points are the Clem Jones Promenade, Streets Beach and River Quay.

Security will be conducting bag checks from 10am as you enter the Parklands. To view a list of prohibited items – Click here

South Bank Corporation Master Plan Advisory Group

South Bank Corporation Master Plan Advisory Group

December 11, 2019 – Community

Expressions of interest are open for the Community and Future Leaders (Youth) Advisory Groups to held shape the Future of South Bank.

To nominate, complete an online form before 5pm, Monday 16 December 2019.

For queries, please contact the team at South Bank Corporation on [email protected] or phone 1800 370 571.

Brisbane Metro Update – Preliminary Works Begins 2020

Brisbane Metro Update – Preliminary Works Begins 2020

November 28, 2019 – Community, Featured

Preliminary works for Brisbane Metro will commence around the Cultural Centre in January 2020.

The Council will examine a possible new $91 million tunnel that would connect West End to CBD bus services and bypass the intersection of Melbourne and Grey.

The proposed tunnel would allow the creation of a new QPAC and Museum public square and green space.

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Griffith University 2020-2025 Strategic Plan

Griffith University 2020-2025 Strategic Plan

November 28, 2019 – Community, Featured

Griffith University has released its 2020-2025 Strategic Plan that outlines investments of more than a billion dollars to develop infrastructure across its campuses, including a new CBD location.

Additional programs in business, law, public policy and journalism along with continuing professional development will add a new dimension to the University’s presence in Brisbane.

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