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INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE REPORT 2019
OUR MANDATE
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INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE REPORT AUGUST 2019 Working closely with Queensland Government
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contents or accuracy of the information contained in this publication.
of detailed business cases for projects with an
estimated capital cost of $100 million or more and
The material contained in this publication has been prepared only for assists with those between $50-$100 million. This
the purpose of section 15 of the Building Queensland Act 2015. Some threshold is higher for road transport projects
of the information contained in this publication has been provided to that do not incorporate a toll road, with Building
Building Queensland by third parties and readers should not assume Queensland leading detailed business cases for
that Building Queensland has verified the accuracy and completeness projects over $500 million. Where a toll road is
of the information. It is not the purpose of this publication that it be
included, Building Queensland’s $100 million
used by any person as a source of verified information.
threshold applies. Working across all asset classes
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of the information in this publication should be relied upon unless early stages of proposal development.
and until those seeking to rely on it have independently verified the
All infrastructure proposals led by Building
accuracy and completeness of it.
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Cover (left to right): Inner City South State Secondary College, Cairns Convention Centre, Princess Alexandra Hospital, school sports court,
Somerset Dam and newly completed state school building (images courtesy of Department of Education, Queensland Health and Seqwater).
CONTENTS
FOREWORD . ..................................................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................2
INFLUENCES......................................................................................................3
INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE REPORT............................................................5
PART 1: UNFUNDED PROPOSALS — INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE...........................7
SUMMARY OF PRIORITY PROPOSALS................................................................8
INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE OF PRIORITY PROPOSALS..............................9
WHAT’S CHANGED.........................................................................................10
PROPOSAL SUMMARIES..................................................................................13
BEYOND THE PIPELINE..................................................................................32
PART 2: FUNDED PROPOSALS — DETAILED BUSINESS CASES...............................35
Centenary Bridge
FOREWORD
The Queensland Government, with the support of Building business cases for new greenfield developments for
Significant progress has been made in the
Queensland, has been busy unpacking service needs Toowoomba Hospital and Bundaberg Hospital.
development of Queensland infrastructure across the state and identifying opportunities for economic
Building Queensland is also leading the development of
proposals since our December 2018 report. growth. This analysis has led to the identification of
detailed business cases for our critical water supply assets
new proposals in the pipeline. The introduction of these
proposals has resulted in a greater balance of economic to ensure they continue to function safely during extreme
Over 70 per cent of proposals weather events. Engineering standards have changed since
and social infrastructure—both of which are necessary for
have progressed to further stages developing the Queensland economy and enhancing the many of our dams were built and the detailed business
cases for Somerset Dam and Paradise Dam will investigate
of development. quality of life for all Queenslanders.
solutions to meet the latest guidelines on acceptable
Queensland’s growing and ageing population, coupled with flood capacity.
ageing infrastructure assets and increased risks of extreme
weather are just some of the challenges being addressed With the recent amendments to the Building Queensland
by the proposals in this report. Some of the proposals Act 2015, our Infrastructure Pipeline Report will now
are in the early stages of development, while others are transition to an annual cycle. Building Queensland will
well progressed building on the comprehensive planning continue to provide transparency of the state’s major
undertaken by agencies. infrastructure proposals through our website and we
remain firmly focused on achieving our goal of enhancing
Recognising the need to meet the demands of a larger infrastructure outcomes for the state.
population, various education and health proposals are in
the pipeline. In addition to investigating various hospital
expansions, Building Queensland is developing detailed
Damian Gould
Alan Millhouse Chief Executive Officer,
Chair, Building Queensland Building Queensland
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 »1
INTRODUCTION
Building Queensland oversees the planning The breadth of our involvement in developing the state’s
infrastructure proposals is captured in this report. Building
for all major infrastructure proposals in Queensland has either led or assisted with the development » BEYOND THE PIPELINE
Queensland. From the early stages of of many of these proposals. Proposals where Building
Queensland has not been involved have been identified
proposal development right through to the through engagement with agencies and assessed for
This Infrastructure Pipeline Report tracks
development of detailed business cases, inclusion in this report. proposals that have progressed out of
Building Queensland works closely with The Infrastructure Pipeline Report has moved to an annual the infrastructure pipeline. See page 34
agencies to help government determine cycle to align with the Queensland Budget. This will for the status of these projects after
ensure budget priorities and developments are captured.
infrastructure priorities. This change in frequency has been implemented under government consideration.
amendments to the Building Queensland Act 2015 which
Ultimately, Building Queensland’s analysis also include a change in responsibilities for business case
development. Building Queensland leads the development
and advice inform the government’s final of detailed business cases for infrastructure projects with
$
investment decisions for Queensland’s an estimated capital cost of $100 million or more. This
major infrastructure projects. threshold is now higher for road transport projects that do
not incorporate a toll road with Building Queensland leading
those with a minimum capital cost of $500 million. Where
a toll road is included, Building Queensland’s $100 million
threshold applies. Building Queensland is also required to
assist agencies in developing detailed business cases for
infrastructure projects over $50 million.
»2 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019
Influences Agencies identify service needs and opportunities, and
engage Building Queensland to assess and develop
infrastructure proposals. Building Queensland works
QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT
The Queensland Government develops the collaboratively to develop effective solutions—these are INFRASTRUCTURE OBJECTIVES
not always new build infrastructure solutions. Building
state’s infrastructure strategy. The State Queensland also considers opportunities to improve service
Infrastructure Plan sets the framework performance through reform, better use and improvement to
existing infrastructure. Building Queensland helps ensure the
for planning and prioritising projects in vision for infrastructure is maintained through the planning
improving prosperity
Queensland. It influences corridor plans, and development of projects.
and liveability
state strategic infrastructure documents Building Queensland provides information to the Department
such as strategic assessments for transport, of State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and
Planning on the proposals in this report. These are captured
and regional plans—all of which help in Part B of the State Infrastructure Plan, along with all other leading and supporting
identify service needs and opportunities. infrastructure projects the government is developing across
growth and productivity
the state (see diagram Relationship to the State Infrastructure
Plan on page 4).
Projects considered nationally significant are typically
reflected in Infrastructure Australia’s Infrastructure Priority connecting our communities
List. Our Infrastructure Pipeline Report is providing early and markets
visibility of Queensland projects entering the national
priority list as evidenced by the M1 Pacific Motorway—
Varsity Lakes to Tugun and Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill
and Gold Coast Rail Line Capacity Improvement—Kuraby to
Beenleigh projects. improving sustainability
and resilience
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 »3
RELATIONSHIP TO THE STATE INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN
The State Infrastructure Plan provides a framework for planning and Part B of the State Infrastructure Plan
prioritising infrastructure investment and delivery. It sets out the state’s details the infrastructure investment
strategic direction for infrastructure by identifying what government strategy and delivery program for the
ultimately wants from infrastructure. next four years.
QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT
Submissions from state and
territory governments, industry
and the community that
Infrastructure Australia consider
to be nationally significant.
AGENCY INFRASTRUCTURE
BUILDING QUEENSLAND
PROPOSALS
NATIONAL
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRIORITY LIST
The delivery of new assets can be expensive Building Queensland provides early stage
and takes a long time from planning through advice and formally leads detailed business
to operation. The government needs to ensure cases >$100 million (>$500m if a road transport
that both current and future assets support project). Building Queensland’s Infrastructure
service delivery objectives in the most effective Pipeline Report details priority proposals under
and financially responsible way. development (>$50 million).
QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT »» improving prosperity »» leading and supporting »» connecting our communities »» improving sustainability
INFRASTRUCTURE OBJECTIVES: and liveability growth and productivity and markets and resilience
Infrastructure Pipeline Report
The Infrastructure Pipeline Report signals the priority infrastructure proposals under development by the Queensland Government. It is
presented in two parts—unfunded and funded proposals. Building Queensland has developed the analysis for many of these proposals,
including completion of the six detailed business cases identified below.
PART 1 PART 2
UNFUNDED PROPOSALS FUNDED PROPOSALS
INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE DETAILED BUSINESS CASES
Part 1 identifies Queensland Government Part 2 features the detailed business
infrastructure proposals that are Unfunded cases led by Building Queensland Funded
unfunded for delivery with a minimum for delivery that are supported by Queensland for delivery
capital cost of $50 million. Building Government funding commitments for
Queensland recommends that these delivery, in part or in full. The estimated
proposals are further analysed or are capital cost of delivering these projects
ready for consideration by government. is $100 million or more and delivery is
$50M $100M
Proposals that have been considered
by government and are progressing are
$ minimum
subject to detailed analysis confirming
the viability of the project. These $ minimum
capital cost business cases are out of scope for capital cost
reported at the end of this section to
inclusion in the infrastructure pipeline
provide visibility beyond our pipeline.
(Part 1—unfunded proposals).
Detailed business cases Detailed business cases »» Cairns Convention Centre
»» Centenary Bridge Upgrade
completed by Building completed by Building »» Inner City South State Secondary College
Queensland in the last »» Nullinga Dam and Mareeba Dimbulah Water Queensland in the last »» Ipswich Hospital Redevelopment Stage 1A
six months Supply Scheme Improvements six months
»» Logan Hospital Expansion
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 »5
Summary of priority proposals STAGE OF PROPOSALS IN THE PIPELINE
Credible proposals are moving through the infrastructure pipeline STRATEGIC
BUSINESS CASE
DETAILED
BUSINESS CASE
with over 70 per cent advancing since the last report in December
2018. A total of 18 proposals are now reported at various stages
18
of development.
Transport corridors are illustrated in the infrastructure pipeline for the first time. The inclusion
of transport corridors provides visibility of the broader planning from which specific proposals
3 2 9 4
are then developed and progressed through the infrastructure pipeline.
Effective corridor planning will reduce the future financial costs of delivering infrastructure,
while minimising disruption to communities. Transport corridors are not only for motor TOTAL NUMBER
vehicles, but may also be for rail, bus, cycling and pedestrians. The corridors identified in OF PROPOSALS PRELIMINARY
BUSINESS CASE
DETAILED BUSINESS
CASE COMPLETE
this report are aligned with Queensland corridors submitted to Infrastructure Australia for
inclusion in the National Infrastructure Priority List.
M1 PACIFIC CENTENARY MOTORWAY WARREGO HIGHWAY
MOTORWAY CAPACITY CAPACITY EAST CORRIDOR
The M1 Pacific Motorway is one of Australia’s busiest roads The Centenary Motorway is a principal transport corridor The Warrego Highway is part of the National Land Transport
and is a vital component of the National Land Transport linking high growth areas of Ipswich, Springfield and Ripley Network and is Queensland’s principal east-west freight route,
Network. The South East Queensland section of the M1 Valley in Brisbane’s west to Brisbane’s inner northern connecting people and freight from the Darling Downs and
Pacific Motorway is the primary north-south arterial road regions and to the central business district. High volumes south-west Queensland to South East Queensland and the
that connects Brisbane, Logan and the Gold Coast. of traffic use the corridor resulting in congestion and Port of Brisbane.
impacting safety.
The upgrade and widening of the motorway is being The Warrego Highway East Corridor (M2/A2) between Ipswich
delivered in strategic priority stages as funding Despite its progressive development, the Centenary and Toowoomba is impacted by high crash rates, travel delays
becomes available. Motorway has not kept pace with rapidly changing land use and low flood immunity.
and demographic changes. Planning for a program of work,
Strategic business cases are being developed for the broken down into multiple stages, is underway. Corridor master planning activities are being undertaken
following sections of the motorway: between Toowoomba and Brisbane. These activities will
A detailed business case has been completed for the inform future and current detailed planning to address
»» M1 Pacific Motorway—Daisy Hill to Loganholme following project within the corridor: safety and performance issues. Travel will be safer and more
»» M1 Pacific Motorway—Loganholme to Nerang efficient, thereby supporting strong economic growth and
(incl. Coomera Connector) »» Centenary Bridge Upgrade network connectivity in the Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley and
Ipswich local government areas.
»8 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 »9
What’s changed
Major progress in the development of Queensland infrastructure proposals has been made since December 2018 with the majority of
proposals progressing to further stages of development.
Six proposals have received funding and progressed The Princess Alexandra Hospital Rehabilitation and The strategic business cases for Additional Special Schooling
out of the pipeline. Two have emerged from the Subacute Service Renewal has progressed to a Capacity in South East Queensland and Additional Primary
former strategic business case investigating preliminary business case. The land use impacts Schooling Capacity in the Logan City Council Area have
additional education capacity in southern Sunshine Coast. from Cross River Rail are continuing to be explored to improve progressed with detailed business cases underway.
Detailed business cases undertaken by the Department of precinct master planning for this project. Furthermore, the
Education determined the need for an additional primary Queensland Government’s announcement of a new
school in Palmview and secondary school in Caloundra South. greenfield site for Bundaberg Hospital has kickstarted the Building Queensland has completed the detailed
Similarly, the strategic business case for additional special detailed business case for the hospital. Building Queensland is business case for the Nullinga Dam and Mareeba
education capacity in South East Queensland has led to leading this business case in partnership with Queensland Dimbulah Water Supply Scheme Improvements
government investment in special schooling on the Health and Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. project. The business case has been considered by
Sunshine Coast. government and released on Building Queensland's website.
Strong progress has been made in the water sector with
Based on the outcomes of the detailed business case, the
The Queensland Government has committed $351 million detailed business cases for Paradise Dam and Somerset
Queensland Government will investigate other water supply
to the next stage of the Gold Coast Light Rail—Stage 3A. The Dam underway, and the detailed business case for Lake
options to support development in the region.
project will see the light rail route extend by seven kilometres Macdonald Dam complete. As long-life assets requiring
from Broadbeach South to Burleigh Heads and include eight continual monitoring, assessment and maintenance, the
new stations. focus of these proposals is on how to best meet modern dam
Four new proposals from the education and
safety guidelines.
Procurement planning is underway for the construction of transport sectors have been added to the pipeline.
a 1000-bed male high-security correctional facility in South A detailed business case has also been completed for the A strategic business case is being developed for
East Queensland to increase the state's capacity. Identified South West Pipeline—Bulk Water Connection to Beaudesert. Additional Education Capacity in High Growth Areas across the
as the South Queensland Correctional Facilities Expansion The pipeline is expected to meet the near-term demand of state. Analysis is further progressed for Additional Primary
in previous reports, this project has progressed out of the Beaudesert and provide water supply security to growth areas Schooling Capacity in the Ipswich City Council Area with a
pipeline after government announced funding. in the Logan City Council area. detailed business case underway.
The Integrated Client Management System Replacement Building Queensland completed a detailed business case for Strategic business cases are underway for two sections of
project also received funding which will see the rollout of the Centenary Bridge Upgrade in the first half of 2019 and the the M1 Pacific Motorway—Daisy Hill to Loganholme and
information technology to improve the delivery of frontline proposal has been provided to the Queensland Government Loganholme to Nerang (incl. Coomera Connector). Both are
child safety and youth justice services for at-risk children and for consideration. The business case stemmed from the part of the ongoing Master Plan for the motorway from the
young people living in Queensland. Centenary Motorway Capacity Corridor and is a component Gateway merge to the New South Wales border.
of the former Centenary Motorway—Frederick Street to
Sumners Road proposal.
» 10 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Key changes in the pipeline since December 2018
STRATEGIC PRELIMINARY DETAILED DETAILED
BUSINESS CASE BUSINESS CASE BUSINESS CASE BUSINESS CASE
COMPLETE
Special Schooling on
the Sunshine Coast*
Additional Special Schooling
Capacity in South East Integrated Client
Queensland Management System
Additional Education Additional Primary Schooling Replacement
Capacity in High Capacity in the Ipswich City New Primary School
Growth Areas Council Area in Palmview***
Additional Primary New Secondary School
Schooling Capacity in the in Caloundra South***
Logan City Council Area
South Queensland
Bundaberg Hospital Correctional Facilities
Redevelopment Expansion
M1 Pacific Motorway— Paradise Dam Gold Coast Light
Daisy Hill to Loganholme Improvement Project Rail Stage 3A
Centenary Bridge
Upgrade**
M1 Pacific Motorway—
Somerset Dam Improvement South West Pipeline—
Loganholme to Nerang
Project Bulk Water Connection to
(incl. Coomera Connector)
Beaudesert
Princess Alexandra Hospital Lake Macdonald Dam
Rehabilitation and Subacute Improvement project
Service Renewal Nullinga Dam and Mareeba
Dimbulah Water Supply
Scheme Improvements
* New proposal $ Proposal that has received funding Proposal that has progressed Proposal that has been considered by government
*Component of the former Additional Special Education Capacity in South East Queensland
**Component of the former Centenary Motorway—Frederick Street to Sumners Road proposal
***Proposal is a component of Additional Education Capacity in Southern Sunshine Coast
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 11Proposal summaries
The following infrastructure proposals are presented in order of their stage of development, with completed detailed
business cases appearing first. Proposals are then listed alphabetically within each stage. Proposals are not presented in
order of priority. The ultimate decision about the relative priority of proposals rests with the Queensland Government.
Cost estimates are provided by responsible agencies, with the exception of figures for detailed business cases led by Building
Queensland. Proposals with a cost range indicate that several options are still being considered. Proposal locations are
broadly identified as South East Queensland (SEQ) or regional.
In accordance with the Building Queensland Act 2015, Building Queensland may perform a lead or assist role as indicated in
the following proposal summaries.
Artist impression of new state high school in Mango Hill (Image courtesy of Department of Education)Pipeline of priority proposals
PROPOSAL NAME SECTOR LOCATION PAGE
READY FOR QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT CONSIDERATION
Brisbane Live Entertainment Arena—Roma Street Project Arts, Culture and Recreation SEQ 16
Centenary Bridge Upgrade Transport–Road SEQ 17
Lake Macdonald Dam Improvement Project Water SEQ 18
South West Pipeline—Bulk Water Connection to Beaudesert Water SEQ 19
DETAILED BUSINESS CASE
Additional Primary Schooling Capacity in the Ipswich City Council Area Education SEQ 20
Additional Primary Schooling Capacity in the Logan City Council Area Education SEQ 21
Additional Special Schooling Capacity in South East Queensland Education SEQ 22
Bundaberg Hospital Redevelopment Health–Built Regional 23
Clinton Vessel Interaction—Port of Gladstone Transport–Port Regional 24
» 14 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019PROPOSAL NAME SECTOR LOCATION PAGE
DETAILED BUSINESS CASE
Paradise Dam Improvement Project Water Regional 25
Somerset Dam Improvement Project Water SEQ 26
Sunshine Motorway—Mooloolah River Interchange Transport–Road SEQ 27
Toowoomba Hospital Redevelopment Health–Built SEQ 28
PRELIMINARY BUSINESS CASE
Gold Coast Rail Line Capacity Improvement—Kuraby to Beenleigh Transport–Rail SEQ 29
Princess Alexandra Hospital Rehabilitation and Subacute Service Renewal Health–Built SEQ 29
STATEGIC BUSINESS CASE
Additional Education Capacity in High Growth Areas Education Statewide 30
M1 Pacific Motorway—Daisy Hill to Loganholme Transport–Road SEQ 31
M1 Pacific Motorway—Loganholme to Nerang (incl. Coomera Connector) Transport–Road SEQ 31
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 15Brisbane Live Entertainment Arena—
Roma Street Project
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED »» provide convenient access to state-of-the-art facilities and
employment opportunities, particularly by public transport
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority The development of the Cross River Rail station at Roma Street
has provided the opportunity to redevelop an underutilised »» attract significant international entertainment and
section of the Brisbane central business district and the most investment as a result of the proximity of the arena to the
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT connected transport precinct in Brisbane to create a city centre and world-class developments such as Queen’s
Ready for Queensland world-class entertainment arena for Queensland. Wharf Brisbane
Government consideration Capitalising on the existing range of sporting, music and arts
»» expand the central business district’s appeal as both a
business and creative centre through the development
events occurring in Brisbane, the Brisbane Live Entertainment
of an entertainment hub that is expected to improve
PLANNED STAGE END DATE Arena, with state-of-the-art facilities and technology, would
opportunities for the surrounding precinct
provide Brisbane and Queensland with a world-class facility
Not applicable for premium live events that is highly accessible and well »» improve the pedestrian access and connectivity between
connected to all transport networks. precincts, including Suncorp Stadium, Roma Street
Parkland, Queen Street Mall, South Bank Parklands and the
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY cultural precinct.
$2.1 billion1 PROPOSAL
The proposal is for a new arena of 17,000 to 18,000 seats DELIVERY MODEL
located on a large deck structure built over railways, roads
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE Several delivery models were considered in the detailed
and property, bounded by Albert Street to the north and
business case including:
Led the detailed business case Roma Street to the south. The proposal also includes ancillary
facilities to support the arena’s operation as well as new public »» Public-Private Partnership options—Design, Build, Finance
spaces and active transport connections with neighbouring and Design, Build, Finance and Maintain
central business district locations. »» Traditional delivery options—Managing Contractor, Design
and Construct, and Alliance.
BENEFITS
Interface risks were key considerations in the delivery model
The project is expected to:
analysis. Other considerations included the potential for
»» revitalise an area of the central business district that synergies with surrounding infrastructure projects such as
is underutilised Cross River Rail, Brisbane Metro, and other major central
»» deliver a new music and night-time precinct that contributes business district developments.
to economic development outcomes for Brisbane The final delivery model/s will be confirmed following
government consideration of the detailed business case.
1
Nominal cost in Australian dollars, Building Queensland detailed business case 2018.
» 16 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Centenary Bridge Upgrade
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Department of Transport The Centenary Motorway performs a critical role within the The bridge forms a critical component of the overall
and Main Roads broader South East Queensland transport network, providing corridor upgrade program which is expected to provide the
a key link that connects the western corridor and inner and following benefits:
northern suburbs of Brisbane and the Australia Trade Coast
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT Precinct. An analysis of major Brisbane River crossings revealed
»» reduced congestion, improving travel times
Ready for Queensland that Centenary Bridge has the highest lane utilisation, and »» reduced vehicle operating costs
Government consideration traffic congestion is expected to exacerbate over time. »» improved safety outcomes
The Centenary Motorway has progressively developed from »» improved active transport facilities
PLANNED STAGE END DATE a two-lane local arterial to an urban motorway; however, »» congestion relief on alternative routes, particularly
it has not kept up with the rapidly changing land use and for freight.
Not applicable demographic changes due to its operational and road design
limitations. As a result, the strategic network is vulnerable to DELIVERY MODEL
severe impacts on network performance and flow breakdown
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY in the event of a traffic incident.
Several delivery models were considered in the detailed
business case, taking into consideration risk, operational
$247 million2 impacts and value for money. The models considered were:
PROPOSAL »» Transport Infrastructure Contract—Construct Only
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE The detailed business case investigated the construction of a
new three-lane northbound bridge and rehabilitation works »» Design and Construct
Led the detailed business case for the existing bridges. Upgrades to active transport facilities »» Alliance Contracting.
were also examined. The preferred delivery model is a Transport Infrastructure
Contract—Construct Only.
2
Nominal cost in Australian dollars, Building Queensland detailed business
case 2019.
CENTENARY MOTORWAY CAPACITY
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 17Lake Macdonald Dam Improvement Project
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED of the water supply for the Sunshine Coast region, giving
Seqwater the option to source water from the Mary River and
Seqwater Lake Macdonald Dam on Six Mile Creek on the Sunshine Coast
Lake Macdonald.
is one of several dams identified for an upgrade as part of
Seqwater's Dam Improvement Program. The dam now requires The proposed upgrade will reduce dam safety risks by
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT upgrading to comply with the provisions of the Australian increasing the spillway capacity of the dam while maintaining
Ready for Queensland National Committee for Large Dams (ANCOLD) and Queensland water supply security.
Government consideration guidelines on acceptable flood capacity. This is in response to
updated climate modelling for extreme weather events. BENEFITS
PLANNED STAGE END DATE The drivers for the upgrade include: The project will ensure the dam meets the ANCOLD and
Queensland guidelines on dam safety standards and continues
Not applicable »» population growth downstream of the dam to function safely during extreme weather events.
»» advances in dam design and development of consistent
methodologies for assessment of dam safety
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY DELIVERY MODEL
»» latest estimates of extreme rainfall and the application of
$90–$100 million5 best practice hydraulic modelling methods Several delivery models were considered as part of
the detailed business case, including a Design, Novate
»» improved understanding of earthquake probabilities and Construct approach.
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE and loads.
The final delivery model/s will be confirmed following
Assisted with the detailed business case
PROPOSAL government consideration of the business case.
Lake Macdonald is located approximately four kilometres 5
Nominal cost in Australian dollars 2017, estimate provided by responsible agency.
Final cost subject to further design development and market engagement.
north-east of the township of Cooroy and has a supply
capacity of 8,018 megalitres. Lake Macdonald is one of the
primary sources of water to the Noosa Water Treatment
Plant. The water treatment plant is an important component
» 18 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019South West Pipeline—Bulk Water
Connection to Beaudesert
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Seqwater The Beaudesert Water Treatment Plant supplies Beaudesert, The pipeline is expected to meet the potential future increase
the Bromelton Industrial Area and some of Logan City Council in water demand in the Beaudesert area and provide water
area. The plant is a stand-alone water supply that extracts raw supply security to Logan City Council growth areas. In the
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT water from the Logan River, which has variable water quality. longer term, this pipeline connection also has the strategic
Ready for Queensland The water treatment plant is not connected to the South East benefit of connecting Beaudesert and the Scenic Rim region to
Government consideration Queensland Water Grid and may have insufficient capacity to the South East Queensland Water Grid, increasing bulk water
meet future demand due to potential growth in the area. supply reliability.
PLANNED STAGE END DATE PROPOSAL DELIVERY MODEL
Not applicable This proposal investigated the connection of the Beaudesert Several delivery models were considered as part of the
water supply zone with the South East Queensland water grid, detailed business case, taking into account ongoing service
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY via Logan City Council infrastructure. The bulk water pipeline delivery requirements.
is proposed to be approximately 24 kilometres in length,
$70 million7 connecting the Beaudesert Water Treatment Plant storage
The final delivery model/s will be confirmed following
government consideration of the detailed business case.
reservoirs to the Flagstone development area and to the Water
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE Grid pipeline network. The project will include provision for 7
Nominal cost in Australian dollars 2018, estimate provided by responsible agency.
Final cost subject to further design development and market engagement.
the potential connection to a future water treatment plant
Assisted with the detailed business case at Wyaralong.
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 19Additional Primary Schooling Capacity
in the Ipswich City Council Area
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Department of Education Population growth and new residential developments within The detailed business case will assess the need for additional
the Ipswich City Council area are driving demand for additional capacity to accommodate enrolment growth across the
primary schooling capacity. This demand is predicted to existing state school network. A detailed investigation of
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT increase significantly within the next five years. benefits will occur as the detailed business case is developed.
Detailed business case underway Enrolment forecasts indicate that it is unlikely the schools
currently serving the Ipswich City Council area will be able DELIVERY MODEL
PLANNED STAGE END DATE to accommodate future growth or alleviate pressure on the Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
existing state schools. business case. The selection of the preferred delivery
First half of 2020 model will take into consideration risk, operational impacts,
PROPOSAL environmental requirements and value for money.
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY The detailed business case will be developed in accordance 8
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
To be determined8 with the framework set out in the State Infrastructure Plan.
The recommendations to accommodate projected enrolment
growth will be investigated and prioritised as follows:
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE
No active role »» non-asset strategies to mitigate, in part or in full, the need
to expand existing schools or construct new schools
»» expansion of schools within the existing school network
»» construction of new school(s).
» 20 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Additional Primary Schooling Capacity
in the Logan City Council Area
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Department of Education Population growth and new residential developments within The detailed business case will assess the need for additional
the Logan City Council area are driving demand for primary capacity to accommodate enrolment growth across the
schooling capacity. Existing schools in the area are reaching existing state school network. A detailed investigation of
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT capacity and demand is predicted to increase significantly benefits will occur as the detailed business case is developed.
Detailed business case underway within the next five years.
DELIVERY MODEL
PLANNED STAGE END DATE PROPOSAL Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
The detailed business case will be developed in accordance business case. The selection of the preferred delivery
First half of 2020 with the framework set out in the State Infrastructure Plan. model will take into consideration risk, operational impacts,
The recommendations to accommodate projected enrolment environmental requirements and value for money.
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY growth will be investigated and prioritised as follows: 9
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
To be determined9 »» non-asset strategies to mitigate, in part or in full, the need
to expand existing schools or construct new schools
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE »» expansion of schools within the existing school network
No active role »» construction of new school(s).
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 21Additional Special Schooling Capacity in
South East Queensland
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Department of Education The capacity at existing state special school facilities in South The detailed business case will assess the need for additional
East Queensland is unlikely to meet ongoing demand for capacity to accommodate enrolment growth in the existing
enrolments and there are limited opportunities to expand on special schools serving the area. A thorough investigation of
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT the current sites. additional benefits will occur as the detailed business case
Detailed business case underway A number of special schools in South East Queensland have
is developed.
experienced significant growth in enrolments over the past five
PLANNED STAGE END DATE years. Population forecasts indicate that enrolments will likely DELIVERY MODEL
increase for students with special educational needs within Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
First half of 2020 the short to medium term as the population in South East business case. The selection of the preferred delivery
Queensland continues to grow. model will take into consideration risk, operational impacts,
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY environmental requirements and value for money.
To be determined10 PROPOSAL 10
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
The detailed business case will be developed to investigate
options to expand existing sites as well as considering the
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE option to provide additional special schooling capacity for Prep
No active role to year 12 students. The detailed business case will determine
the preferred option.
» 22 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Bundaberg Hospital Redevelopment
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Queensland Health, Wide Bay Hospital Bundaberg Hospital is experiencing significant service and The project is expected to:
and Health Service11 infrastructure pressures (including space, site and fit-for-
purpose infrastructure) impacting the ability to deliver
»» improve community health outcomes
contemporary health services for the Bundaberg region in the »» improve access to specialist services
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT long term. »» reduce travel costs for patients
Detailed business case underway The Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service has employed »» increase workforce sustainability
numerous strategies to relieve the service pressure, including »» reduce vulnerability to flooding events.
PLANNED STAGE END DATE implementation of service optimisation initiatives and
leveraging rural facilities.
Second half of 2020 DELIVERY MODEL
Despite these strategies, 19.5 per cent of acute inpatient Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
activity is being delivered outside of the Wide Bay Hospital business case. The selection of the preferred delivery model
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY and Health Service with the majority at Metro North Hospital will take into consideration risk, operational impacts and value
To be determined12 and Health Service, some 350 kilometres away. This outflow for money.
of patients results in pressure on Metro North Hospital and
Health Service and represents a significant social, economic
11
Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service is the project owner.
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE and financial burden.
12
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
Leading the detailed business case
PROPOSAL
The proposal will investigate the construction of a new hospital
that will provide fit-for-purpose infrastructure to address the
future needs of the Bundaberg region. The proposal includes
detailed health service modelling to establish the future health
care demand, service capability and staffing requirements to
support the growing and ageing population of the Wide Bay
Burnett region. Key considerations include: access to clinical
services, flood resilience and capacity for future growth and
expansion. The proposal will investigate options for the staged
relocation of priority services.
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 23Clinton Vessel Interaction—Port of Gladstone
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED DELIVERY MODEL
Gladstone Ports Corporation The movement of larger vessels (draft over 14 metres) through Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
the Clinton Channel at the Port of Gladstone is resulting in business case. The selection of the preferred delivery
interaction of water displacement forces between passing model will take into consideration risk, operational impacts,
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT vessels and vessels berthed at the RG Tanna Coal Terminal. environmental requirements and value for money.
Detailed business case complete13 These forces impact on the safe mooring and operations at 13
Business case activities finalised. Conditions of Australian Government environmental
the terminal. approvals to be assessed prior to Queensland Government consideration.
14
A range is provided by responsible agency.
PLANNED STAGE END DATE
PROPOSAL
Not applicable The proposal is for capital dredging to widen the Clinton
Channel. The works will involve dredging, the beneficial
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY reuse of dredged material, changes to navigational aids and
environmental monitoring.
$65–$80 million14
BENEFITS
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE The primary benefit of the proposal is to improve safety by
No active role minimising the risk of vessel interaction between passing and
moored vessels. The proposal is also expected to improve the
efficiency of:
»» ship loading
»» the allocation of port infrastructure and resources
»» vessel passage through the Clinton Channel.
» 24 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Paradise Dam Improvement Project
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED The preliminary business case for the project assessed factors
including life cycle costs, current and future water demand,
Sunwater Paradise Dam is located approximately 20 kilometres north-
and environmental considerations to determine the best
west of Biggenden and 80 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg
construction options to take forward into the assessment of
on the Burnett River. It is a key component of the Bundaberg
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT Water Supply Scheme—holding up to 300,000 megalitres of
the detailed business case. The options shortlisted for further
consideration in the detailed business case include upgrading
Detailed business case underway water for the city of Bundaberg and farmland irrigation.
the existing dam and strengthening and anchoring the primary
During the 2013 floods, extensive scour occurred downstream and secondary spillways.
PLANNED STAGE END DATE of the primary spillway. Sunwater immediately repaired the
Second half of 2020
scour and downstream toe of the dam, and investigated BENEFITS
options to prevent scour occurring in future extreme
The project will ensure the dam meets the ANCOLD and
weather events.
Queensland guidelines on dam safety standards and continues
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY This investigation identified necessary improvements to to function safely during extreme weather events.
To be determined15 the primary and secondary spillways. Improvement works
are being proposed to maintain efficient and safe operation DELIVERY MODEL
of the primary and secondary spillways during extreme
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE weather events. Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
business case. The selection of the preferred delivery model
Leading the detailed business case will take into consideration risk, operational impacts and value
PROPOSAL for money.
The proposal is investigating an upgrade of the Paradise Dam 15
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
to comply with the provisions of the Australian National
Committee for Large Dams (ANCOLD) and Queensland
guidelines on acceptable flood capacity. This is in response to
updated climate modelling for extreme weather events.
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 25Somerset Dam Improvement Project
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Seqwater Somerset Dam is one of several dams identified for an upgrade The project will ensure the dam meets the ANCOLD and
as part of Seqwater's Dam Improvement Program. It is located Queensland guidelines on dam safety standards and continues
on the Stanley River and was built between 1937 and 1959 to to function safely during extreme weather events.
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT the engineering standards at that time. The dam now requires
Detailed business case underway upgrading to comply with the provisions of the Australian DELIVERY MODEL
National Committee for Large Dams (ANCOLD) and Queensland
guidelines on acceptable flood capacity. This is in response to Delivery model analysis will be a key component of the
PLANNED STAGE END DATE updated climate modelling for extreme weather events. detailed business case. The selection of the preferred delivery
model will take into consideration risk, operational impacts,
Second half of 2020 environmental requirements and value for money.
PROPOSAL 16
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY The preliminary business case developed a shortlist of options,
taking into account factors including life cycle costs, current
To be determined16 and future water demand in the Brisbane, Gold Coast and
Logan City areas and environmental considerations.
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE The proposal will incorporate the preliminary business case
Leading the detailed business case findings with the detailed geotechnical investigations into the
dam's foundations and characterisation. Large-scale physical
hydraulic modelling will also be examined to assess the
hydraulic performance of the upgrade options in a variety of
conditions, including extreme events.
The detailed business case will include the selection of
preferred options for which preliminary designs will be
undertaken to develop construction cost estimates, a detailed
project scope and program.
» 26 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Sunshine Motorway—Mooloolah River Interchange
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Department of Transport The existing Sunshine Motorway, Nicklin Way and Kawana The project is expected to deliver:
and Main Roads Way transport infrastructure is congested and lacks capacity to
accommodate forecast travel demand.
»» improved safety by reducing crashes and weaving behaviour
»» better connections between existing and planned future
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL arterial roads
Detailed business case underway The proposal is investigating a range of upgrades to the
»» increased capacity for future traffic demand.
Sunshine Motorway at Mountain Creek to form a new
Mooloolah River interchange.
DELIVERY MODEL
PLANNED STAGE END DATE Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
First half of 2020 Proposed works include a new direct connection to the business case. The selection of the preferred delivery model
Sunshine Coast University Hospital precinct via a new two-lane will take into consideration risk, operational impacts and value
road connecting Kawana Way at Parrearra and crossing the for money.
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY Mooloolah River to the planned Mooloolah River interchange.
17
Nominal cost in Australian dollars 2015, estimate provided by responsible agency
$430 million17 A new direct connection for northbound traffic from based on preliminary business case.
18
Building Queensland leads the development of business cases for infrastructure
Nicklin Way to Brisbane Road and Mooloolaba is also being projects with an estimated capital cost of $100 million or more. This threshold is
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE investigated, along with an upgrade of the east-west section higher for road transport projects that do not incorporate a toll road, with Building
Queensland leading detailed business cases for projects over $500 million.
of the Sunshine Motorway from two to four lanes between
Assisting with the detailed business case18 Kawana Way interchange and the upgraded Mooloolah
River interchange.
A new link to accommodate local traffic movements between
Brisbane Road and Karawatha Drive is also being investigated.
Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019 » 27Toowoomba Hospital Redevelopment
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY NEED BENEFITS
Queensland Health, Darling Downs The infrastructure at Toowoomba Hospital is operating at The project is expected to:
Hospital and Health Service19 capacity in a number of areas and the hospital faces long
emergency department waiting times and overcrowding.
»» improve the infrastructure layout to support contemporary
models of care
Forecast demand, driven by a growing and ageing population
PROPOSAL STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT and high levels of chronic disease, is expected to place further »» increase acute and emergency department bed spaces and
pressure on the hospital. thereby efficiency and throughput
Detailed business case underway
Moreover, the current asset condition and functionality of the
»» provide additional outpatient services
PLANNED STAGE END DATE hospital is not supporting the efficient and effective delivery of »» expand health services to meet complex conditions such as
contemporary health services. palliative care, emergency children's services, and cardiac
First half of 2020 diagnostic and interventional services.
PROPOSAL
ESTIMATED COST OF DELIVERY The proposal is investigating a staged relocation of healthcare
DELIVERY MODEL
Delivery model analysis is a key component of the detailed
$450–$750 million20 services to the Baillie Henderson Hospital site in Cranley Street
which is 6.5 kilometres north of the existing hospital. business case. The selection of the preferred delivery model
will take into consideration risk, operational impacts and value
BUILDING QUEENSLAND ROLE for money.
Leading the detailed business case 19
Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service is the project owner.
20
A range is provided by responsible agency based on preliminary business case.
» 28 Building Queensland » Infrastructure Pipeline Report » 2019Gold Coast Rail Line Princess Alexandra Hospital
Capacity Improvement– Rehabilitation and Subacute
Kuraby to Beenleigh Service Renewal
RESPONSIBLE
AGENCY
NEED RESPONSIBLE
AGENCY
NEED
The current track configuration of the Gold Coast Rail Line The need for an infrastructure upgrade at the Princess
Department of Queensland Health,
Transport and between Kuraby and Beenleigh is limiting the ability for Metro South Hospital Alexandra Hospital has been identified to provide
Main Roads express trains to effectively pass all stops during peak periods. and Health Service22 contemporary fit-for-purpose facilities for statewide spinal cord
This is limiting the capacity of the corridor and impacting on and brain injury rehabilitation, as well as general rehabilitation
PROPOSAL STAGE service reliability. PROPOSAL STAGE services. Flexible health solutions are required to respond to
OF DEVELOPMENT OF DEVELOPMENT changing models of care and future capacity growth at the
Preliminary business PROPOSAL Preliminary business hospital, in alignment with planning for the broader precinct.
case complete case underway
The proposal is investigating the following options:
PROPOSAL
PLANNED STAGE
END DATE
»» signalling updates to safely increase the number of services PLANNED STAGE
END DATE The proposal is investigating opportunities for redevelopment
and improve reliability
Not applicable Second half of 2019 at the current hospital to ensure infrastructure for the
»» amendment of stopping patterns to reduce conflicts provision of statewide services is fit-for-purpose into the future,
ESTIMATED COST between different train services ESTIMATED COST and can enable delivery of contemporary models of care that
OF DELIVERY »» construction of new passing loops to provide more OF DELIVERY will facilitate efficient and cost-effective service delivery.
To be determined21 opportunities for express trains to pass To be determined23 Land use impacts from Cross River Rail are being explored to
»» development of a full or partial third/fourth track (subject to improve precinct master planning to optimise the provision
BUILDING operational requirements) BUILDING
QUEENSLAND ROLE QUEENSLAND ROLE of services.
No active role »» consideration of corridor preservation requirements Assisting with 22
Metro South Hospital and Health Service is the project owner.
»» targeted track realignments to improve travel time preliminary 23
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
»» station upgrades and higher-capacity trains. business case
The options will be packaged to form a preferred solution to
meet long-term capacity, reliability and customer objectives.
All major components of the preliminary business case are
complete. A staging assessment will be completed prior
to a detailed business case to inform a future program of
potential investments.
21
An estimate will be provided once the proposal has been developed further.
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