New images for South Bank station precinct revealed

The redesign of South Bank bus station - used by more than 10,500 people a day - will transform the site into an “entirely new precinct”. NEW IMAGES

New rendered images for the bus station at South Bank have been revealed by Brisbane City Council, where the metro will connect passengers to QPAC, the museum and art galleries.

Council transport chair Ryan Murphy said the redesign of the stop will transform the station into an “entirely new precinct”.

“More than 10,500 people catch a bus to or from the Cultural Centre every day and this investment will ensure it can cater for future growth as we get ready for Brisbane metro services to commence in late 2024,” he said.

Council has revealed new images of the precinct.

“Wider footpaths, shaded walkways, public art, a shared cycle way and a brand new pocket park on Grey Street will also be delivered.”

The transport network will connect passengers to QPAC and the art galleries.

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner confirmed last week council had ordered nearly 60 new buses for the network, promising to be the “most advanced electric vehicles” for public transport.

“These fully-electric, high-capacity vehicles are the first of their kind in Australia and will transform the way we move around Brisbane,” he said.

Wider footpaths will be a feature of the precinct.

“The Brisbane metro will initially service 19 stations, but I am now more confident than ever that we can look towards expanding the Metro network to other areas of our city.”