Two new projects are coming to life as part of the transformation of Victoria Park. The Urban Pump Track and Spring Hill Common are two of the first milestone projects to be completed through the creation of Brisbane’s biggest new park in 50 years.
Designed to suit both children and the young-at-heart, the Urban Pump Track takes advantage of the park’s natural topography to challenge riders of all ages and abilities. The track is now 80 per cent complete and due to open later this year, with local company JMac Constructions delivering the project and supporting more than 100 jobs. “With over 260 metres of specially designed asphalt track, the Urban Pump Track’s innovative design supports riders’ skill progression and we hope to see it become a popular attraction for potential athletes and community,” Scott Power from JMac Constructions said.
Victoria Park’s newest destination, Spring Hill Common is also completed and ready to play host to some of Brisbane’s most exciting outdoor events. More than 200,000 people have attended about 550 events and activations in Victoria Park since July 2021. The opening of the Spring Hill Common provides another venue to host events, including Brisbane Festival’s Voices of Victoria Park which will be held on Sunday 8 September. Featuring tiered seating, open play spaces and sprawling views across the hills of Victoria Park, the newest space is also the perfect place to relax with a picnic, unwind and connect to nature.
Victoria Park is one of 22 South East Queensland projects which will benefit from the $285.8 million South East Queensland (SEQ) Liveability Fund. Under this agreement, the Australian Government, Queensland Government and Brisbane City Council will each contribute $40 million to deliver Victoria Park catalyst projects, including an all-abilities “Adventurescape” playground, a “Parkway Loop” boulevard and a new active transport bridge.
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner says the transformation of Victoria Park is a key part of Brisbane’s reputation as Australia’s lifestyle capital continues to grow. “I promised Victoria Park would be a place for everyone and that’s exactly what the Spring Hill Common and Urban Pump Track are. The Spring Hill Common offers a place for people to relax and will host events for all ages while our Urban Pump Track will cater for thrill-seekers of all abilities,” he said.
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