Residents across Capalaba and neighbouring bayside suburbs are being invited to follow the early planning stages of a major new sporting venue, with the Queensland Government launching a design search for the Redland Whitewater Centre at the Birkdale Community Precinct.
The centre is planned as part of the broader Sport and Active Recreation Precinct and will play a role in Queensland’s preparations for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with long-term community use built into the project.
Design Phase Gets Underway
The design search marks the first step in shaping how the Redland Whitewater Centre will look and operate. Architects and designers are being asked to submit ideas that consider both elite competition requirements and everyday community use.
Officials say the process will help identify a lead design partner and guide future planning decisions as the project moves forward.
What the Centre Will Deliver
Once completed, the Whitewater Centre is expected to provide a permanent venue for paddlesports, supporting training, events and recreational activity well beyond 2032.
The facility is being developed through the Queensland Government’s Delivering the Games program, with an emphasis on creating lasting infrastructure rather than a temporary Games-only venue.
Community Involvement to Come
While the current stage is focused on design concepts, opportunities for community input are expected as the project progresses. Further details on consultation and feedback will be shared once designs are refined.
Officials say early engagement will help ensure the centre fits well within the Birkdale Community Precinct and delivers benefits for surrounding suburbs, including Capalaba.
Next Steps for the Project
Following the design search, submissions will be reviewed to inform the selection of a design team. More detailed plans and visual material are expected to be released in later phases of the project.
Published 30-Dec-2025
Featured Image Credit: Delivering2032.com.au
