to be recognised as a diverse and progressive tropical city where family, lifestyle choice, natural...
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To be recognised as a diverse and progressive tropical city where family,
lifestyle choice, natural environment and prosperity go hand in hand.
Vision For Thuringowa…
• A vibrant world class precinct modelled on sustainable urban development in a unique ecological setting;
• An identity for Thuringowa focussing on river frontages;
• A new inner city living, working and leisure environment for the people of the region, with a particular focus on the arts, entertainment, sport and recreation as important elements of community life;
• Infrastructure which will attract national and international tourism;
• Positive employment growth for the region.
Vision for Riverway…
Pioneer Park
Loam Island
Apex Park
Ross Dam Park
Riverway Project
PIONEER PARK
• Produce economic development outcomes;
• Have community acceptance;• Integrate with the city centre;• Be sustainable – environmentally,
socially and economically;• Transform our City.
Overarching objectives:
Constraints/Challenges
• Budget;• Tropical Climate;• Community Acceptance;• Sustainability.
Results
• Riverway Sustainable development policy;
• Design and environmental guidelines for private infrastructure;
• Monitoring of 7 sustainable principles during design and construction phase;
• QNI Eco Active Centre.
7 Sustainable Principles (based on Riverway Sustainable
Development Policy)
• Water sensitive urban design;• Enrich biodiversity;• Waste efficiency;• Energy efficiency;• Recycling of materials;• Socio cultural relationships;• Communication and education.