Rockhampton Regional Sports Precinct Master Plan

Client

Rockhampton Regional Council (QLD)

Project Purpose

The Rockhampton Sports Precinct Master Plan is for a contemporary, regional scale, multipurpose sports precinct, that will meet the sport and recreation needs of the Rockhampton Region. The Master Plan informs and supports budget planning, advocacy and subsequent design development.

Otium’s Role

Principal consultant oversighting all delivery tasks.

 

Project Outcomes

Adopted Master Plan now progressed to the Detailed Design and Project Validation Report Phase.

Project Challenges/Key Learnings

  • Site was confidential at time of the study – regular briefing of Otium and sub-consultant teams about careful external messaging.
  • Study data and analysis identified different needs from Council’s previous vision – the provision of sound evidence and rationale assisted to gain Council understanding and support for the change in direction.

Community Benefits

  • Precinct will provide multiple opportunities for the community to connect and be physically active and healthy regardless of age, ability or background.
  • Positions Rockhampton as an attractive destination for future sporting and cultural event opportunities.