Construction works for the UQ Lakes Renewal and Amphitheatre Upgrade Project have continued to be impacted by the rain over the last two weeks, with works looking to recommence as planned next week.
Affected Areas
The Site location and impacts to pathways, roads and bicycle lanes remain the same as shown on the attached site map.
- Pedestrian and cyclist pathways are closed for the entirety of the works. Refer attached map for alternative routes.
- Traffic control will be in place on Jocks Road to manage vehicle movements during earthworks.
- The UQ neighbourhood / community can expect a level of odour to become present as the lake is dewatered.
Work details
6 June 2022 – 12 June 2022
- Lake Works
- continue dewatering of the lake – potential unpleasant odours may become present.
- Amphitheatre Works
- Initial topsoil strip
13 June 2022 – 19 June 2022
- Lake Works
- continue dewatering of the lake – potential unpleasant odours may become present.
- Amphitheatre Works
- commence bulk earthworks and levelling.
- Increased vehicles on Jocks Rd and some noise can be expected from construction vehicles during earthworks.
20 June 2022 – 26 June 2022
- College Rd & Thynne Rd Closure
- Closure of the intersection of College Rd and Thynne Rd as per image below.
- Traffic control and signage will be in place.
- Access to Colleges will continue via College Rd.
- Access to P11 will be from Thynne Rd only.
- Lake Works
- continue dewatering of the lake – potential unpleasant odours may become present.
- Amphitheatre Works
- continue bulk earthworks and levelling.
- Increased vehicles on Jocks Rd and some noise can be expected from construction vehicles during earthworks.
Project details
- The iconic UQ lake and amphitheatre is being transformed into a self-sustaining ecosystem that offers habitat for wildlife and more opportunities for people to enjoy the area.
- Please see UQ Lake and Amphitheatre website for more information.
Contact
Casey Fredrickson, Project Manager (Infrastructure):
- Call: 0408 339 936
- Email: c.fredrickson@uq.edu.au
We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience during this time. For more information on campus shutdowns, disruptions and road closures please refer to the Property and Facilities Division Road and buildings works page.