Olympic heavyweight John Coates ’ refusal to back the entertainment centre proposed for Roma Street , the same day a developer quietly scrapped plans for a landmark building nearby, has put a cloud over Brisbane ’s northern CBD . After months of speculation, and amid an ongoing review, Coates was on Thursday reported saying it was time toDevelopment plans for 200 Turbot Street, and the heritage-listed dental hospital, have been abandoned.
Coates was also reluctant to support the Brisbane Arena being built at Roma Street and to be used temporarily for Olympic swimming. Pointedly, he said the only Games-related investment in the project – a privately led proposal that predated Brisbane being announced the 2032 host – should be for a drop-in pool and back-of-house requirements. Brisbane Arena was already in doubt due to the technical and logistical challenges involved with building over the city train lines. The review, by, has been looking at alternative sites and other solutions, which may see the Games swimming venue separated from any entertainment centre proposa
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