Culture and Leisure
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    • Culture and Leisure

    This sector has seen significant change in recent years, with reduced demand from international and domestic populations. For our clients, this has meant more scrutiny and testing of project investment returns, and a focus on differentiation, with our involvement focused an needs analyses and business cases to support the capital investment.

    Once the initial investment hurdle has been jumped, our experience is in planning the development and providing a development management framework to ensure the benefits are achieved and the investment is actively managed.

    • Barlow Park Upgrade
      Barlow Park Upgrade

      Project Validation Report for the upgrade of the existing stadium to increase the seating capacity, and public and athlete amenities, to host the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and provide a lasting legacy for the local Cairns community.

    • Sutherland Entertainment Centre
      Sutherland Entertainment Centre

      Business case, precinct masterplan and needs analysis for a new Entertainment Centre complex that will serve as the focal point for cultural life in the Shire.

    • Australian Botanic Gardens
      Australian Botanic Gardens

      Strategic Planning Framework and socio-economic benefit analysis for the long-term development of the Australian Botanic Gardens

    • Jenolan Caves Redevelopment
      Jenolan Caves Redevelopment

      Business case, asset management plan, market analysis, and governance model to support the ongoing sustainable operation of Jenolan Caves

    • Berowra Pool Feasibility Report
      Berowra Pool Feasibility Report

      A feasibility report to present updated and independent estimates of user demand, net operating costs, and capital costs for a new Berowra Pool.

    • EOI for major attraction in Darling Harbour
      EOI for major attraction in Darling Harbour

      Expression of interest (EOI) submission for a temporary major attraction to be developed in Darling Harbour

    • Queens Park Cycleway
      Queens Park Cycleway

      Project Manager for a new shared cycleway and segregated footpaths along Queens Park for Greater Sydney Parklands

    • Moore Park East Precinct Landscape Plan
      Moore Park East Precinct Landscape Plan

      Landscape Plan is focused on rebalancing the competing demands for Moore Park East between the elite sports teams and the community, and improve connections from the sports stadiums to Central Station via Moore Park West

    • Moore Park Golf Precinct Landscape Plan
      Moore Park Golf Precinct Landscape Plan

      Connectivity and Landscape Plan was developed to find a compromise between the needs of an 18-hole golf course and City of Sydney’s strong desire to improve connectivity for passive recreation purposes

    • NPWS Infrastructure Renewal Program
      NPWS Infrastructure Renewal Program

      Program business case for a 10-year program to establish ongoing capital and recurrent funding for the maintenance of the Department’s $2.1 billion asset portfolio.

    • NPWS Great Walks and Experiences Program
      NPWS Great Walks and Experiences Program

      Business case for world-class single and multiday walks, mountain bike and accommodation experiences

    • NPWS West Invest Program 1 and 2
      NPWS West Invest Program 1 and 2

      Program of 65 initiatives relating to arts and cultural facilities, community infrastructure and quality recreational spaces

    • NPWS Me Mel (Goat Island)
      NPWS Me Mel (Goat Island)

      Business case to support the NSW Government commitment for the transfer of ownership to the Aboriginal community, and address NPWS' Statutory Obligations to maintain and preserve the natural and cultural heritage of Me Mel (Goat Island)

    • Prospect Pipeline Open Space Program
      Prospect Pipeline Open Space Program

      demonstrate innovative and sustainable approaches to how the Prospect Pipeline Corridor can provide complementary public open space uses that enhance community connections and liveable places for surround communities

    • Wodonga Cultural Precinct Redevelopment
      Wodonga Cultural Precinct Redevelopment

      Feasibility study for the development of a multipurpose community, commercial and cultural hub - contributing to the social, cultural and economic activity of Wodonga’s cultural precinct

    • Victorian State Basketball Centre
      Victorian State Basketball Centre

      Completion support for the State Basketball Centre Redevelopment in Wantirna South, a partnership between the Victorian State Government and Knox City Council

    • Sydney Olympic Park Capital Renewal Program
      Sydney Olympic Park Capital Renewal Program

      Project Director and Project Management services to assist the Sydney Olympic Park Authority (SOPA) deliver a program of 35 projects across 14 construction contracts, with a total spend of over $20m in under 6 months

    • UQ Health and Recreation Centre
      UQ Health and Recreation Centre

      Superintendent and External Project Manager for UQ’s new Health and Recreation Centre, including facilities for UQ Sport, UQ Healthcare/MSK, UQ Wellness and Tennis Club

    • UQ Lakes and Amphitheatre upgrade
      UQ Lakes and Amphitheatre upgrade

      Superintendent and external Project Manager for the refurbishment of the lake and renewal of the amphitheatre for University of Queensland

    • Chandler Sports Precinct
      Chandler Sports Precinct

      Project Validation Report for the development of a new high performance sports centre and redevelopment of the Brisbane Aquatic Centre for Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and supporting a lasting legacy for the local Chandler community.

    • National Arboretum Canberra
      National Arboretum Canberra

      A Feasibility Study for a permanent amphitheatre stage at the National Arboretum Canberra

    • St Ives Indoor Sport Centre
      St Ives Indoor Sport Centre

      Capital Expenditure Review for a joint development with NSW Department of Education for an indoor sport centre on the St Ives High School site

    • Meadowbank Bridge Remediation
      Meadowbank Bridge Remediation

      Business Case for the remediation of the heritage Meadowbank Bridge to support continued active transport use

    • Hornsby Park
      Hornsby Park

      Capital Expenditure Review for the development of Hornsby Quarry into a regional park for Hornsby Shire Council

    • Gore Hill Indoor Sport Centre
      Gore Hill Indoor Sport Centre

      Capital Expenditure Review for a new indoor sport centre on Gore Hill Oval for Willoughby City Council.

    • Roundhouse Public Domain
      Roundhouse Public Domain

      Project Manager for the $10 million UNSW Roundhouse Public Domain, delivered over a number of stages, including connections to Anzac Parade, to interface with the new light rail stop and broader campus, new green spaces for students, a new in-ground rain water retention tank and infrastructure services.

    • Waves Redevelopment Capital Expenditure Review
      Waves Redevelopment Capital Expenditure Review

      Preparation of a Capital Expenditure Review for the redevelopment of the WAVES Aquatic Centre

    • Ipswich Show Society Feasibility Study and Business case
      Ipswich Show Society Feasibility Study and Business case

      Capital Insight is leading a team of consultants to develop the economic feasibility and business case for the Ipswich Convention and Exhibition Centre planned for the Ipswich Showgrounds

    • Maitland Gaol Business Plan
      Maitland Gaol Business Plan

      Business Plan and Site Master Plan to guide the future redevelopment of the site (with TZG Architecture)

    • Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery
      Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery

      Strategic Assessment (Prelim Business Case) for the redevelopment of the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery (with Cox Architecture)

    • Macquarie University Arts Precinct
      Macquarie University Arts Precinct

      Project Manager for the project feasibility, design, construction and relocation phases of Macquarie University’s $132m Arts Precinct, including a new showcase building housing world-class museums, teaching and office spaces, and the adaptive re-use of two existing buildings.

    • Rouse Hill Estate Masterplan and Business Case
      Rouse Hill Estate Masterplan and Business Case

      Masterplan and business case for the integration of Rouse Hill House and Farm, and the extension lands of the Rouse Hill Regional Park worth $316 million plus land acquisition.

    • Anzac Memorial Education and Interpretation Centre
      Anzac Memorial Education and Interpretation Centre

      Business case, value management study, economic appraisal and successful gateway to support the redevelopment of the ANZAC Memorial and to extend to incorporate an Education and Interpretation Centre.

    • Sydney Living Museums Scoping Review
      Sydney Living Museums Scoping Review

      Scoping review to provide clear strategic direction for Elizabeth Bay House, Elizabeth Farm and Vaucluse House as a precursor to a long-term visionary masterplan for each property.

    • Ipswich City Council – Performing Arts Centre
      Ipswich City Council – Performing Arts Centre

      Needs analysis and feasibility study for an $86 million redevelopment of Ipswich Performing Arts Centre.

    • Sydney Int. Regatta Centre Business Case
      Sydney Int. Regatta Centre Business Case

      Business case for the redevelopment of Sydney International Regatta Centre to ensure international compliance and competitiveness, including addressing the complex aquatic plant problem and potential impacts for the Centre and local and state economies.

    • Property Asset Utilisation Taskforce (PAUT) II
      Property Asset Utilisation Taskforce (PAUT) II

      Adviser for development of the strategy and submission to cabinet on the implementation of the Property Asset Utilisation Taskforce for the cluster of $12bn of assets: asset categorisation, management structure, management maturity, implementation plan

    • Equestrian Centre and Golf House Business Case
      Equestrian Centre and Golf House Business Case

      Business case for a variety of capital works and maintenance activities to improve various recreational facilities within Centennial Park including the Golf House and Equestrian Centre.

    • Queensland Museum Business Systems Review
      Queensland Museum Business Systems Review

      Conducted services planning, feasibility analysis and developed a business case for the new business systems across the Queensland Museums Network.

    • Australian Museum DNA Bar Coding Centre

      “The Capital Insight staff worked with us in a highly consultative way to produce a high quality product in an extremely tight timeframe. The work was thorough and detailed and professionally conducted with a final report that clearly reflected our highly technical business needs.”

      Associate Director, Australian Museum

    • Integrated Forestry Operations Agreement
      Integrated Forestry Operations Agreement

      Project management services for NSW EPA and the Forestry Corporation to coordinate the preparation of new agreements, including updated mapping, operational areas and definitions.

    • Hills Shire Council – Showground Redevelopment
      Hills Shire Council – Showground Redevelopment

      Feasibility and business case for future potential uses of Castle Hill Showground.

    • Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust
      Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust

      Strategic business case supplement for a Board presentation regarding the future use and development of the ES Marks sporting complex.

    • Yamba Marina Redevelopment
      Yamba Marina Redevelopment

      Economic and sustainable redevelopment strategy including ground lease negotiation, master planning, feasibility studies, options analysis and design development.