Vision ideas

South Bank’s 1.2km-long Clem Jones Promenade frames the parklands and connects South Bank to the river as well as existing and emerging precincts.

This vision idea proposes realigning the promenade to make the river’s edge more natural and inviting, and in turn creating a slower-paced experience for all users. The concept provides opportunities for people to linger longer by the riverfront, with the creation of new riverfront lawns.

The Parkland Core extends from the Southern Gateway in the south to the Wheel of Brisbane in the north. It is home to the recreational spaces and is the most recognisable part of South Bank. This idea proposes to protect and amplify South Bank’s iconic attractions by making the beach and lagoon better, integrating playgrounds and water play, creating a treetop walk and providing a new tilted lawn. It proposes the creation of ‘Little Tribune Street’, a new connection between the Queensland College of Art and Ship Inn.

Little Stanley Street extends between Glenelg and Tribune streets and is an important interface between the urban part of South Bank and the parklands.

This vision idea proposes a shared traffic area, permanent handmade goods market, extending the subtropical landscape and expanding the Epicurious Garden to provide parkland to plate dining opportunities.

Grey Street extends 1.1 kilometres from Vulture Street to Melbourne Street. Currently, the street is dominated by cars making it less appealing for cyclists and pedestrians.

This vision idea proposes slowing vehicular traffic, widening footpaths, introducing a protected bikeway, and planting more trees to create Australia’s ‘coolest’ and most vibrant subtropical street.

The Glenelg Spine extends from Merivale Street to the Brisbane River. It is currently a vehicle-dominated link that could more strongly reflect its park-to-park role.

This vision idea proposes widening footpaths, improving access to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, landscaping and reflecting and celebrating Aboriginal culture between these culturally significant destinations.

The Northern Gateway includes the Cultural Forecourt and promenade. This idea aims to enhance the Cultural Forecourt to highlight its importance as Brisbane’s most significant riverside gathering space. It creates a more accessible gateway to the precinct with improved connections to the Victoria Bridge, a new plaza connection for pedestrians and a separate ramp to safely link cyclists from the bridge to the boardwalk.

The Southern Gateway comprises the Dry Dock and maritime precinct, Goodwill Bridge, Memorial Park, the Queensland College of Art and Griffith Film School. It's currently the least visited area at South Bank but has enormous potential. This idea proposes to create a world-class Maritime precinct and improve access and movement. The concept is indicative only and many aspects would require third-party investment.