Since Brisbane was announced as the host city of the 2032 Olympics, a slew of new developments have been planned, including new bridges, a revamped riverfront precinct, public parks, a 100-metre-high Sky Deck and more. Now open for walking, cycling and scooting is the Breakfast Creek / Yowoggera Green Bridge, which delivers a new car-free route over Breakfast Creek and into Newstead Park.
In addition to the bridge, 700 metres of new and upgraded walking and riding paths have been installed, including an extension to the Lores Bonney Riverwalk and a new cycle path from Newstead Park to Newstead Terrace.
“Our green bridge program is all about building a better-connected Brisbane, making it easier for residents and visitors to get around,” Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said. “While we’re building these bridges, we’re also delivering major road improvements like the Moggill Road Corridor Upgrade and the Beams Road project which will help motorists get home sooner and safer.”
Next up in Schrinner’s car-free bridge plans is the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge, connecting the CBD and Kangaroo Point. The bridge, which is expected to take 84,000 cars off the road each year, is currently under construction, with a planned completion of later this year.
To find out more about the Green Bridges Program, head to the Brisbane City Council website.