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CABINET MINUTE DECISION NO. oob60 BRISBANE,

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~\ Department of Housing and Local Government

The Secretary to Cabinet Cabinet Office 13th Floor, Executive Building 100 George Street BRISBANE 4000

- Reference: Our Reference: Enquiries: -Extension: Dear Sir,

Enclosed are 50 copies of a Cabinet Submission titled - "Extension of Queen Street Mall and development of underground shopping facilities".

A total of 52 copies of the document has been produced.

I have arranged distribution as follows:- - Copy No. 51 Minister's Press Secretary 52 Manager, Cabinet and Legislation Division and CLLO

For further information please contact me on 237 1250 .

Date: 21 August, 1990 . . . -~(~...... c ~ -L~~islation and Liaison Officer

Address Correspondence to: ~~~11! The Director-General PO Box 31 North Quay Brisbane 4002 Telephone: (07) 237 1328 Telex: QLGOV 42391 Facsimile: (07) 237 1265 Incorporating the Queensland Housing Commission and the Local Government Department. Copy No. 20

C O N F I D E N T I A L

C A B I N E T M I N U T E Brisbane, 27 August 1990 Decision No. 00660 - Submission No. 00631 TITLE: Extension of Queen Street Mall and Development of Underground - Shopping Facilities. CABINET decided:-

1 . That the Mur Group of Companies be advised by the Honourable the Premier, Minister for Economic and Trade Development and Minister for the Arts that the Government supports the proposal prepared by Robin Gibson and Partners on behalf of the Company and is ptepared to take such actions as are reasonably necessary to ensure that the project proceeds at an early date with the preferred date being 1 January 1991. - 2 • That any permit 9ranted to the Company, subject to such terms and conditions as are applicable and relevant, shall be non-transferrable, unless the prior approval in principle of the Governor in Council has been first had and obtained. - 3. That the Company shall be required to lodge an appropriate bond to ensure that the works to b-e undertaken by it can be completed in accordance with the scheme as approved, provided always that the amount of the bond lodged shall be decreased in proportion to the estimated value of the works outstanding tn achieve completion in accordance with an agreement which shall be embodied in the terms and conditions of the permit. 4. That a working group comprising a representative from each of the Departments listed hereunder, the Company and the Brisbane City Council where appropriate, to ensure that the objectives of 1 above are satisfied and that the convener of meetings of the working group as proposed in the Submission shall be Mr Arthur Muhl of the Department of Housing and Local Government: Department of the Premier, Economic and Trade Development; Department of Lands; Department of Transport; Department of Environment and Heritage; Department of Housing and Local Government. - 2 - Decision No. 00660

5. That the Honourable the Deputy Premier and Minister for Housing and Local Government advise Cabinet from time to time of the progress being made by the working group in relation to this - proposal and, in particular, of the need for special enabling legislation to be enacted and if such legislation is considered to be necessary, its form and content. - CIRCULATION: Implementation Responsibility Department of Housing and Local Government and copy to Deputy Premier. Departmental Records Department of the Premier, Economic and Trade Development. Treasury Department. Department of Transport. Department of Environment and Heritage. Department of Lands. Perusal and Return All other Ministers and Chief Executives. - Certified True Copy Secretar CABINET-IN-CONFIDENCE

SECURITY CLASSIFICATION "C" SUBMISSION NO.

CABINET SUBMISSION COPY NO. 0020

COVER SHEET

TITLE Extension of Queen Street Mall and development of underground - shopping facilities. MINISTER - l eputy Premier and Minister for Housing and Local Government. ISSUE(S) A proposal to construct an underground shopping facility extending from the Queen Street Mall under Edward Street along Queen Street and emerging into private property on the northern side of Creek Street has been under consideration for some time by Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd. a subsidiary of the Mur Group of Companies. The previous Government advised the Company that it supported the concept of the "Queen Street Down Under" Project and - Mall, in principle, subject to certain conditions. It is considered that the Company has established a right to develop the area in priority, because of the work carried out - since 1986 and the undertakings given by the previous Government.

OBJECTIVE OF SUBMISSION

To obtain Cabinet support for the proposal, in principle, and to ensure that it is undertaken on such terms and conditions as the Government determines.

URGENCY It is desired that the project commence on 1 January, 1991 or as soon as practicable thereafter.

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CONSULTATION

Minister for Transport Brisbane City Council Queensland Taxi Council Land Administration Commission

- RESULTS OF CONSULTATION The Land Administration Commission has some concerns with the proposal and considers that special enabling legislation may be required. This matter will be considered by the working - group proposed to be established to oversee the proposal. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Project is to be totally funded by the Company and no costs will be incurred by the Government

PUBLIC PRESENTATION

Is draft media release attached? - No. A public presentation program is proposed when all aspects of the proposal have been determined.

Are anv further steps necessary before making an announcement - (e.g .• further consultation)? No.

What general or sectional support can be expected?

It is considered that the proposal would be well received by the business community and construction industry in particular.

What criticism is anticipated and how will it be answered?

Some criticism from existing traders but it is considered that their number will be limited.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

That -

b. Any permit granted to the Company, subject to such - terms and conditions as are applicable and relevant shall be non-transferrable, unless the prior approval in principle of the Governor in Council, has been first had and obtained;

c. The Company shall be required to lodge an appropriate bond to ensure that the works to be undertaken by it can be completed in accordance with the scheme as approved, provided always that the amount of the bond lodged shall be decreased in proportion to the estimated value of the works outstanding to achieve completion in accordance with an agreement which shall be embodied in the terms - and conditions of the permit; d. A working group comprising a representative from each of the Departments listed hereunder, the Company and the Brisbane City Council, where appropriate, to ensure that - the objectives of (a) hereof are satisfied and that the convener of meetings of the working group as proposed in the Submission shall be Mr. Arthur Muhl of the Department of Housing and Local Government:-

Department of the Premier, Minister for Economic and Trade Development and Minister for the Arts; Department of Lands; Department of Transport; Department of Environment and Heritage; Department of Housing and Local Government; and

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e. The Honourable the Deputy Premier and Minister for Housing and Local Government advise Cabinet from time to time of the progress being made by the working group in relation o this proposal and, in particular, of the need f special enabling legislation to be enacted and if legislation is considered to be necessary, its - f....,....~_ ..d content.

s, MLA, Deputy Premier and Minister - for Housing and Local Government 21 August, 1990 - -

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SECURITY CLASSIFICATION "C" SUBMISSION NO.

BODY OF SUBMISSION

BACKGROUND (Early Period)

1. Since 1986, a proposal to construct an underground shopping facility which extended from the old Queen - Street Mall area under Edward Street, along Queen Street and emerging into private property on the northern side of Creek Street was actively pursued by Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd., a subsidiary of the Mur Group of - Companies. 2. It was proposed to link with the Post Office Square shopping development which is underground at the Queen Street frontage and provide for the comfortable movement of pedestrians from the Central Railway Station/Adelaide Street/Anzac Square area through to the first stage of the Queen Street Mall near Edward Street.

3. At that time it was recognised that the proposal had merit in that it provided for improved pedestrian movement within the Central Business District at ground level and at the level which would contain the - underground shops. It was also proposed that upon completion of the development, the roof would become a passive landscaped pedestrian mall area in keeping with the Post Office Square theme. This work would be - undertaken by the company to a design approved by the Brisbane City Council and free of cost. An essential link between Post Office Square and the lower end of the present mall would then occur.

4. Planning of the development provided for 59 separate tenancies to be created having a total net lettable 2 floor area of approximately 4,155 m • For public safety purposes and ease of access, 4 separate sets of access/egress escalators and stairs were also to be provided.

5. When the proposal was first mooted, both the Brisbane City Council and the then State Government supported the concept in general terms. However, certain concerns were held by adjoining land owners at the that construction activity may adversely affect their businesses. As a consequence, numerous meetings were arranged between representatives of the company, the Government and the owners of property which would be affected by the development. Certain agreements were reached at that time in relation to indemnities and the like and it is now considered that these may be overly --~----...JL-..____ ,_!p~r~o::,:tective and should be reviewed. J,- This document is the property of the Gover t th · JFJ.-1 It may not be copied or reproduce~_m/;r fu~~~;f~fir~ ar,d is held in trust by t~e Public Service. COPJ'lfNT a ion contact the Cabinet Office. CABINET-IN-CONFIDENCE CABINET-IN-CONFIDENCE

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6. After considerable debate on the project, the then Premier, by letter dated 21 September, 1987 advised Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd. that a Permit to Occupy under the Land Act would be granted in favour of the company subject to the condition that no work would commence on the site prior to the expiration of Expo '88 (1 November, 1988). The company was also requested to continue negotiating with all property owners with a - view to executing agreements with them but, in order to avoid vesting too much bargaining power with those owners, the company was also advised that if all the agreements were not executed, a Permit to Occupy would still issue. The then Premier advised the company that - it could expect to receive the Permit on or before 1 December, 1987. (Annexure D).

7 • This did not occur. However, by letter dated 11 February, 1988, the then Town Clerk of the Brisbane City Council advised the then Chief Commissioner and Chairman of the Land Administration Commission of its continuing support in principle to the scheme and set out a list of conditions which should attach to any approval granted and also identified a number of other matters which needed to be addressed by the Company before the matter - could be further progressed. (Annexure F). 8. Further, by letter dated 31 January, 1989, the then Premier confirmed to the company that the Government supported the concept of the "Queen Street Downunder" - project and mall in principle subject to conditions. (Annexure C).

9. The Brisbane City Council, amongst other things, drew attention to the need for the company to consult with SEQEB, Telecom, Queensland Gas Corporation, the Police Department, the Taxi Council of Queensland, the Metropolitan Fire Brigade Board and the Queensland Ambulance Transport Brigade to determine their attitudes to the proposal. No objection was raised by any of the abovementioned agencies to the project being undertaken. It is believed that this is still the case and accordingly, any concerns which may have been held by the owners of adjoining properties in respect of the continued provision of essential services would seem to be answered.

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10. At the time this project was being considered by the Government, the new Commonwealth Bank building at the Corner of Edward and Queen Streets was under construction. Contractors on site had expressed their concern that a number of difficulties could be experienced by them if the project were to proceed before their construction work had been completed. This was a further problem at the time for the Government to - permit commencement of the project. (Current Period)

11. Ministers will be aware that a major redevelopment - proposal is planned by the Kern Corporation in the vicinity of Macarthur Chambers on the corner of Queen and Edward Streets and it seems to me that the opportunity exists for the two projects to proceed at the same time. Indeed, some additional underground pedestrian movement from the proposed development through the Kern Development may be able to be provided which could be an additional benefit for users of the Central Business District.

12. In February, 1989, the company advised the Government that it proposed to finalise all outstanding agreements with adjoining owners and proceed with development in a manner which would allow it to be opened by November of that year. - 13. Advice has been given that in March of 1990, Suncorp indicated it had not been approached directly by Reliant Investments in the preceding 12 months and requested that further consideration be given to its earlier development proposal which had been supported by the Government in November, 1981. Evidence exists that the representations made by Suncorp are incorrect and that representatives of the company met with members of the suncorp Board or the Chief Executive Officer on at least 4 occasions between 15 August, 1989 and 4 December, 1989.

14. Although Suncorp may argue that it has the right to develop an underground shopping precinct from the existing Post Office Square development under Queen Street to the General Post Office area, I have some difficulty in establishing that a bona-fide entitlement actually exists in favour of Suncorp. Further, it seems that Suncorp has expended little effort or resources in pursuing this project. On the information available, Suncorp does not appear to have any priority claim to development rights under Queen Street.

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15. In April, 1990, the Department of Lands sought the views of the Department of the Premier on the possibility of withdrawing Government support for the project if Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd. did not demonstrate that it had complied with previously stated requirements.

16. Since that time representatives of the Mur Group have met with the Honourable the Premier, the Honourable the - Minister for Transport and myself on a number of occasions and have agreed they are capable of undertaking the project. Indeed, the company has submitted further letters of support for the project - from the Brisbane City Council which are dated 11 July, 1990 and 31 July, 1990. Copies of such advices are attached to this submission. (Annexures A and B)

17. There is no doubt that the project will be generally beneficial to the Central Business District. On that basis, it is my view that every endeavour should be made to ensure that the necessary approvals required for the development are obtained as expeditiously as is practicable. Plans showing the proposed development are attached to this Submission. (Annexures G and H) - 18. It should be noted however, that the development, as proposed by the Mur Group of Companies, will connect to the Post Office Square development at no cost to Suncorp. Indeed, the company may be required to contribute certain monies to Suncorp to offset trading - losses in that centre which may result from the construction work being undertaken.

19. In my opinion, the Mur Group of Companies through its subsidiary, Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd, has established a right to develop the area in priority because of the work which it has carried out since 1986 and the undertakings given by the previous Government. It is understood that the company has spent in excess of $1 million to date which includes planning, design and some construction works involving the relocation of SEQEB pits in the Creek and Queen Street intersection area and the purchase of materials for the relocation of gas mains.

20. Accordingly, it is my view that serious consideration should be given to the granting of a special lease in strata and in priority to the company for business and recreation purposes pursuant to the provisions of the Land Act or, if this is not able to be done, enabling legislation be enacted to allow the development to proceed .

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21. If a decision were to be taken to support the proposal in principle, a considerable number of matters still need to be determined if the project is to proceed in a proper, orderly manner. These include but are not limited to the following:-

- the means by which the closure of Queen Street to all classes of traffic except pedestrians and emergency service vehicles for the purposes of undertaking construction works as proposed can be effected; the guaranteed maintenance of access by the company for the public and emergency services to all premises likely to be affected by the construction work; the means by which a special lease can be issued in favour of the company and the determination of appropriate terms and conditions which should attach to such a lease; the valuation of the land in strata having regard to its limited development potential and the public - facility component in the mall; the design of the mall; the zoning of the road to allow the leasehold land - to be lawfully developed for the purposes; the works required to be undertaken by the Brisbane city Council; the works to be undertaken by essential service authorities including electricity, communications and gas; the provision of appropriate indemnities for the Government against any loss or damage which may be suffered by any party as a result of activities undertaken by the company; whether special provision should be made to protect the Government from any claims for compensation and the extent of same for whatever reason or purpose;

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the provision of a cash security or equivalent which would be sufficient for the works to be completed by others in the event of failure by the company to be able to complete the works for whatever reason. (It is considered that extreme care would need to be exercised in drafting this provision as the security should be able to "drawn down" by the company for its benefit when the value - of outstanding works to be done is equal to or less than the securities held by Government to ensure performance by the company.); and

whether special legislation is required to allow - the development to lawfully proceed. 22. The resolution of the matters referred to in the previous paragraphs is complex and affects the interests of:-

The Department of Lands; The Department of Environment and Heritage; The Department of Transport; The Department of the Premier, The Department of Housing and Local Government; - as well as the Brisbane City council and the company. 23. It is considered that a clear case exists for Cabinet to approve of the project in principle and to establish a small working group comprising one representative from - each of the abovementioned parties to determine those matters and things which need to be done to allow the development to proceed and to establish the terms and conditions which should apply with respect to the project. Depending upon the matters being considered at any particular time, subgroups of that working group should also be able to be created to deal with specific problems as they are identified. 24. It is also considered that the convener of the working group should be a person who has had some previous experience with developments of this kind. It is suggested that Mr. Muhl of the Department of Housing and Local Government would be an appropriate person to perform this limited life task.

25. The revised objectives of the company are that the appropriate approvals be in place by early January, 1991 and its construction program provides for completion of the whole project by the end of November of that year.

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(Issues)

26. While the proposal is a commercial development, a number of public benefits flow from the project and these include the protected pedestrian traffic ways from Adelaide Street through to the lower end of the pedestrian mall at Edward Street, the provision of an open space/recreation mall at ground level in Queen - Street and the removal of several major points of pedestrian/vehicular traffic conflict.

27. Some argument may arise in relation to the granting of the development rights to the company in priority, but - in this instance it is considered the company has established a claim which justifies the granting of lease rights in priority to it.

28. The matter of maintaining public access to affected premises may cause some concern in certain quarters because insufficient attention was paid to this aspect in the construction of the bus tunnels and the mall between Albert Street and George Street. In this instance, it is considered that access to existing properties will be properly and adequately maintained by - the company at all times and that the company will be required to indemnify itself against any claims from owners or tenants which may arise in respect of the works undertaken by the company. - 29. Some owners of premises which adjoin Queen Street may have concerns about the effect of the works on the structural integrity of the foundations for their properties. In this regard, the same care and attention to protecting adjoining property from possible induced weaknesses would be taken as if the land was another private allotment upon which a building was being constructed. It is considered that sufficient expertise exists to overcome any concerns which may be held in relation to this matter.

The mall, when established, will enhance the value and appeal of the several buildings in this area having heritage significance and the construction methods proposed to be employed will neither threaten nor adversely affect them. Improved public appreciation of the significance of these buildings will flow as a direct result of the establishment of the mall.

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OBJECTIVE

31. To efficiently and effectively deal with the proposal by Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd. in such a manner that the project can be undertaken at an early date subject to relevant terms and conditions and to provide, amongst other things, an improved amenity for the Central Business District with the extension of the Queen Street - Mall to Creek Street. URGENCY

32. It is desired that the project be able to commence on 1 - January, 1991 or as soon as is practicable thereafter. CONSULTATION

33. The Honourable the Minister for Transport has been consulted in relation to this proposal and, at that time, he advised verbally that he supported the proposal subject to adequate provision being made for bus and taxi traffic. The Brisbane City Council has since advised that a full pedestrian mall should be developed at ground level. The Queensland Taxi Council also has - no objection to the proposal. 34. Attempts were made only recently (13 August, 1990) to obtain the views of the Honourable the Minister for Land Management on the project but because of other business - commitments and time constraints which applied in relation to the preparation of this submission, this could not be done.

35. Discussions have however, taken place between officers of my Department and the acting member of Land Administration Commission (Mr. Bob Lack) in relation to the proposal. Mr. Lack has advised that he has concerns that the provisions contained in the Land Act are not adequate to allow:-

a. Queen Street to be closed; or for

b. A Special Lease to be issued in favour of the company under a dedicated road.

36. He is firmly of the view that special enabling legislation would be required to allow this to h pen. I am satisfied that the public benefits which will flow from this project are such that this action should be taken if it is found to be necessary .

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FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS

37. As the project is to be totally funded by the company and is a commercial development, no costs will be incurred against the Government as a result of it being permitted to proceed. Indeed, certain benefits will result from lease rentals, and the rates and taxes being paid by the company in respect of the lands leased by - it. PUBLIC PRESENTATION

38. As a result of the need in the past for the company to - have discussions and attempt to reach agreement with the owners of property adjoining Queen Street, the company has prepared a model of the project which is in three dimensions and has removable components, so that the nature and extent of the project can be assessed at a glance. The company has undertaken to deliver the model to the Cabinet Room for examination by Ministers when this submission is being considered.

39. It is believed that a favourable decision by Cabinet in relation to this major project would be a source of considerable public interest and that preparation for - presentation to the public should be more sophisticated than using normal media releases.

40. Accordingly, no draft release has been prepared but it - is believed that a proper public presentation program should be planned by persons experienced in this field.

41. A favourable decision by Cabinet in respect of this matter would be well received by the business community and the construction industry in particular, which needs a project of this type to bolster public confidence generally.

42. Some criticism can be anticipated from some existing traders in the general locality but it is considered that the number of such traders will be limited.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

43 . It is recommended that:-

a. The Mur Group of Companies be advised by the Honourable the Premier, Minister for Economic and Trade Development and Minister for the Arts that the Government supports the proposal prepared by - Robin Gibson and Partners on behalf of the Company and is prepared to take such actions as are reasonably necessary to ensure that the project proceeds at an early date with the preferred date - being 1 January, 1991; b. Any permit granted to the Company, subject to such terms and conditions as are applicable and relevant shall be non-transferrable, unless the prior approval in principle of the Governor in Council, has been first had and obtained;

d. A working group comprising a representative from each of the Departments listed hereunder, the Company and the Brisbane City Council, where appropriate, to ensure that the objectives of (a) hereof are satisfied and that the convener of meetings of the working group as proposed in the Submission shall be Mr. Arthur Muhl of the Department of Housing and Local Government:-

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e. The Honourable the Deputy Premier and Minister for Housing and Local Government advise Cabinet from time to time of the progress being made by the working group in relation to this proposal and, in particular, of the need for special enabling legislation to be enacted and if such legislation is considered to be necessary, its form and - content. - - -

..,- This document is the property of the Government that created it and is held in trust by the Public Service. SJ.I It may not be copied or reproduced. For further information contact the Cabinet Office. COPRINT CABINET-IN-CONFIDENCE ANNEXURE A Brisbane City Council \ 69 Ann Street Brisbane Telephone Queensland 225 4096 GPO Box 1434· When calling o.r phoning please ask for Brisbane Mr David Tapp Australia 400 1 Telex CIVICS AA419 10 Your reference Brisbane City Facsimile 229 1168 Our reference {4)420/16-NL710/Xl08(P2) DGT:JWD

31st J uly 1990 .

MUR Group of Companies , 62 Astor Terrace, - SPRING HILL 4000

- Dear Sir , Post Office Squar~. Extensions

I refer to my letter of 11th July advising Council's support of this project and advise the matter of surface treatment in Queen Street has been further considered. Whilst the loss of kerb space resulting from creation of a pedestrian mall is of concern, it is considered, provided a basis for compensating for the effects on bus operations is agreed, it is clear a full - pedestrian mall should be developed. I suggest that you discuss detailed design of the mall and also compensation arrangements with Council officers at an early date. - Yours faithfully,

P.W. Berthold,- - . TOWN CLERK.

Please address all correspondence to the Town CIArk \ Brisbane City Council ANNEXURE B 69 Ann Street Bris bane ) Telephone Queensland GPO Box 1434 Whe~ t~li~J/bhoning please ask for Brisbane Australia 4001 Your1'1~ter~ce Tapp Telex CIVICS AA4191 O Brisbane City Facsimile 229 1168 Our reference (4)420/16-NL710/X108(P2) DGT:KAP

11th July, 1990.

HUR Group of Companies, 62 Astor Terrace, -SPRING----- HILL.- 4000

Dear Sir ,

- Post __Office Square_Extensions Your proposal to develop a shopping arcade beneath Queen !treet between Creek and Edward Streets linking to the existing Post Office Square development has again been considered by Council and I am pleased to advise is supported in principle subject to a satisfactory agreement concerning developmental requirements including compliance with the following conditions and where appropriate inclusion of these in the lease from the Crown.

( i} Surface treatment in Queen Street above the shopping arcade shall be to a standard and design approved by Council, whether or not - developed as a mall.

(ii) Underground pedestrian access to be available at all times from the - existing mall to the north eastern side of Creek Street. (iii) Provision of disabled person access to be to the satisfaction of the Council.

(iv) Approval of Council's Department of Transport and Traffic Planning Branch to revised traffic arrangements (including bus routes and bus stops} necessitated by the project.

(v} Construction to be programmed to cause the m1n1mum inconvenience to pedestrians and vehicular traffic and the existing mall and to maintain at least two vehicle lanes in Edward and Creek Streets at all times. Closure of traffic lanes in either street to be subject to a specific approval from Council.

(vi) Relocation and reinstatement of affected to the satisfaction of the relevant Authority.

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(vii) Servicing and refuse collection to the development and affected properties to the satisfaction of Council in accordance with normal requirements for this type of development, i.e. permanent and exclusive off street loading areas.

(viii) Development to take into account the heritage value of the existing streetscape .

(ix) Approval of the Fire Brigade Board and other emergency services to - any development. (x) Approval of the Taxi Council to the proposal.

(xi) Satisfy arrangements being concluded regarding the legal closure of - the road. (xii) Registration of any necessary easements to provide satisf~ctory pedestrian and vehicle access.

(xiii) Zoning in strata of the land below street level subject of a lease from the Crown, to the Central Business Zone.

(xiv) The developer being responsible for all costs associated with the proposal including the Council's legal costs, and traffic relocation (including extra bus operating costs for the - construction period). (xv) Council to be paid all normal rates and for rating purposes a valuation by the Valuer General is to be carried out. - (xvi) The adjoining owners advising in writing their support for the project.

(xvii) Satisfactory arrangement being agreed with any affected Council tenants in the existing Mall.

(xviii) An indemnity in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor protecting Council from any claims which might arise as a consequence of the works. Legal costs to be paid by the developer.

(xix) An appropriate agreement supported by a bond to guarantee once commenced, the project will be completed.

Yours faithfully,

__-r • (P.W. Berthold) TOWN _q,ERK ------·-·

ANNEXURE C

3 1 ~JAN 19 8~ 'C.,' ,;· :.: •, ·, •· , -- -,·. m)[c: l \, , / , ; • ! ·. ' : . , ,· · , .. .. ;r..::.c_--: __~ > __ :_._.-___. __ :-.. :-.: \ ! :· i': /)~i_-~:E~.!9~:_J/jl - Mr. R. Sharpless , Director, Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd., 62 Astor Terrace, - SPRING HILL. 400 4 •

Dear Mr. Sharpless,

I refer agai~ to the Company's proposal to construct an underground shopping mall in Queen Str e et between Edward and Creek Streets.

It is confirmed that my Government supports the concept of - the Queen Street Downunder Project and Mall in principle. However, approval will not be granted for the intended development until the Company has reached agreement with all affected property owners, including Suncorp, and subject to any requirements of Council and the Land Administration - Commission.

Yours sincerely ,

M.J. Ahern, Premier and Treas~rer. ANNEXURE D

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21st September, 1 987.

Dear Sir, - QUEEN STREET DO WN UND ER PROJECT Following your recent discussions with the Deputy - Premier and myself, I confirm the following:

1. The Government has agreed to issue to Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd. a Permit to Occupy under the Land Act in connection with its project known as Queen Street Downunder. •

2 . It will be a condition of the Permit that, notwithstanding the date thereof~ work-~ill not commence on the site prior to the expiration of Expo 88, i.e. before 1st No vember, 1988. - 3 . You are to undertake to con t inue to negotiate in good faith with all adjoining owners prior to 1st December, 1987 with a view to ex~cuting suitable agreements, but notwithstanding some adjoining owners do not execute agreements, we confirm the - Permit to Occupy the subject land will still issue.

I have . given instructions that all necessary formalities -be completed as a matter of urgency and your company can expect to _ receive the Permit on or before the 1st December, 1987.

Yours sincerely,

PREM .I ER.

The Manager, Reliant Investments Pty. Ltd., 62 Aitor Terrace, SPRING HILL. 4000 Land i\dminislration .Cd~ %I~im~F! 1 I }.· I ·i .,_ 7 Icr:r. ... w 1~JU'.1J ;' (1 A<..l<..lrrn ma il lOl :\ \ l · I I Department of La nds The Secretary. tl.(:l. )iox 166, I I Lan<..I i\<..lminis tration lluil<..l ing. . ll R !SBA NE NO If1'11' Ql' A Y, . Q.AO0Q. _ 1~ IJ0-148 George Street. Brisb:111e Telex: Q Li\NDS i\.'\4141 ~- DX 229 Uris. r 7 Enquiries lo: Mr. C. Rowell (Roads 3 ) The Managing Direct~r, Reliant Investments Pty . Ltd., Telephone (07) 22 42329 25 Bartley Street, SPRING HI LL . OLD. 4000 Your Ref.:

L _J Our Ref. : R.C. 46101 - Date: 27th February, 1987 Dear Sir,

- I refer to your letter of 25th February, 1987 concerning the Post Office Square Extensions. , Cabinet has decided:-

"1. Trat approval in principle be given to a proposed development oT land below Queen Street from Creek Street to the northern end of the Queen Street Mall by Re liant Investments Pty. Ltd. subject to the Suncorp Post Office Square extension development being able to proceed as originally envisaged, - independently or in joint venture or co-operative arrangement with Reliant Investments Ptj. Ltd.

2. That the Honourable the Minister for Lands, Forestry, Mapping and Surveying grant to the proposed developer a - Permit to Occupy for the purpose of the works involved in the proposed development, and upon such terms and conditions as the Minister for Lands, Forestry, Mapping and Surveying shall determine, supported by indemnities considered by the Minister to be appropriate to protect the Crown and the Crown's interest and any such other securities as may be required - a copy of the proposed Permit to Occupy and such indemnity be first referred to Cabinet. (Such Permit to Occupy not to be granted until Council unconditionally undertakes to barricade off the relevant part of Queen Street.)"

The Honourable the Minister for Lands, Forestry, Mapping and Surveying now awaits your advices concerning the Suncorp Post Office Square Extension development prior t o granting of the Permit to Occupy.

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The Government has no objection to the surface of Queen Street from Creek Street to Edward Street being mall rather than open to vehicular traffic.

Yours faithfully, - - ~~~~ _- ___..- - ~ . . Baker - Chairman , - - I ' ... \,.J

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(viii) i\ ppr o v;:il o[ tile rirc Ot· i !:;" adc Ooc1t·d nncl oll,er· e Ill e l' P." C 11 C y :; C I' V i C C S t O Zl J'I y d ('. V C J O J1 Ill e 1\ l .

( i X ) Appro v al o[ the Taxi CounciJ to· the propos<1l .

( X) S Ii o u J d c o n s t r u c t i o n c o m r.1 e n c e b c [ o r· e t h c l n n d i s z o n c cJ c1 l l 11 o r III n l t o 1v 11 p l a 11 11 i 11 g n n d b u i l cl i n g r c s t t· n i 11 \: s t o ,1 p p l y .-i n d cJ c t il. i l c d il. 1· c h i t e c t u r a l a 11 d :; t r u c t u r ;:i l r .l a n s to be submittecl to Council for comment .

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(xvi) h'rittcn consent from ;il.l c1djoi11i111; and other directly cl f f c c t e cl 1 ;:i n cl o 1,· 11 e r :; n 11 cl n l ::: o b u i l cl i 11 g c o 111 p ;:i 11 i c s 1~ 11 i c h - h~ive contr;:ict:; fo1· \\'Orl

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(xviii) /1.n indemnity in n form s:-itisf:ictory to the Ci\: y S o l i c i L·o r p t· o t e c \: i 11 !~ Co u n c i ] f 1· o ni a 11 y cl<1ims \•/ h j Ch m i C' 11 t O r i s -9 i.! s ::i C O n s C q u C n C C O f L h C \\' 0 I' I< ~; . Lt:cal co~t:; to be p::iid by the developer.

Council bel .icvcs th,it the m.-ijor i111pcd.imc:11t to the project p 1· o c c c tl j 11 /~ • Jl r o v j cl c d t 11 c C o mm i s s i o 11 d i 1· c c t :-: C o 11 11 c i l t o [) 11 y s i c i:\ l l y C 1 0 :; C Q \l e C 11 s t r C: (! l j 11 t Ii C ;i lJ s e 11 C I! 0 f a l l il f r C C l l.! cJ O \\' 11 (! )' :; • c o 11 s l~ 11 t :; . i ~ p 1· o v i ~ i o 11 o f :.; .1 t i :; f ;i c t o r y :: e 1· v i c .l 11 !! .1 n d t • c f u s ~ C O 1 1 C C t i O ll . T 11 C C: 11 1· r e 11 t p )' 0 p O ~: ;} .I ( I~ Cl lJ j 11 G j lJ s O ll ~; p ::i l' l n C r !; . ,\ 1· c 11 i L c c t :; . 7 9 11 '1 11' D 1 d i1 t e d .J :1 11 . ' U 7 ) \\' ll i c: h p r o v i ti e :; [ o r :.; e r v i c i 11 1~ f r o m Q u t: c 11 S t r e c t a t ::: 11 1· f :-i c c .l c v c l l o l It e u 11 cl c 1· :~ r u 1111 d m ;i 1 J . j s \I 11 $ ii \: i 5 [ il C t O t' y . ----- ~ ··· ------.

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