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.