The updated design for The Esplanade is here – and we’d love to hear from you!
We’re revitalising the heart of Surfers Paradise, with a major upgrade planned for Cavill Mall, Cavill Avenue and the central section of The Esplanade (between the Soul and Hanlan Street roundabouts). This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform one of our city’s most iconic spaces into a more welcoming, pedestrian-friendly and vibrant destination – one that locals love and visitors remember.
We listened
When we first shared the early concept design in 2023, we heard strong community support for creating an iconic, people-focused destination.
You told us you wanted:
More greenery and shade to help cool the area and make it more comfortable throughout the day
Safer, more inviting spaces with better access for everyone, including people using prams or wheelchairs
A better Oceanway experience where pedestrians feel more comfortable and safer alongside bikes and e-scooters
Open space for events and connection – a place that brings the community together
What’s changed in the updated design?
We’ve refined the design based on your feedback and made it more bold and exciting.
The biggest change is the removal of through traffic between Soul and Hanlan Street, opening up more space (more than 5000m2) for people and events
It also includes:
A beachside amphitheatre with terraced seating right on the sand – perfect for relaxing or enjoying small-scale events
More trees and shade structures to make the space cooler and greener
A reimagined Oceanway that gently winds along the foreshore to encourage slower cycling and improve pedestrian safety
Simplified coastal design to make the project more efficient and resilient
Have your say on the updated design for the Esplanade and help us shape this exciting opportunity for our city and go into the draw to win one of two $250 gift vouchers (terms and conditions apply).
Community engagement runs from Tuesday 8 April to Monday 28 April 2025.
The updated design for The Esplanade is here – and we’d love to hear from you!
We’re revitalising the heart of Surfers Paradise, with a major upgrade planned for Cavill Mall, Cavill Avenue and the central section of The Esplanade (between the Soul and Hanlan Street roundabouts). This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform one of our city’s most iconic spaces into a more welcoming, pedestrian-friendly and vibrant destination – one that locals love and visitors remember.
We listened
When we first shared the early concept design in 2023, we heard strong community support for creating an iconic, people-focused destination.
You told us you wanted:
More greenery and shade to help cool the area and make it more comfortable throughout the day
Safer, more inviting spaces with better access for everyone, including people using prams or wheelchairs
A better Oceanway experience where pedestrians feel more comfortable and safer alongside bikes and e-scooters
Open space for events and connection – a place that brings the community together
What’s changed in the updated design?
We’ve refined the design based on your feedback and made it more bold and exciting.
The biggest change is the removal of through traffic between Soul and Hanlan Street, opening up more space (more than 5000m2) for people and events
It also includes:
A beachside amphitheatre with terraced seating right on the sand – perfect for relaxing or enjoying small-scale events
More trees and shade structures to make the space cooler and greener
A reimagined Oceanway that gently winds along the foreshore to encourage slower cycling and improve pedestrian safety
Simplified coastal design to make the project more efficient and resilient
Have your say on the updated design for the Esplanade and help us shape this exciting opportunity for our city and go into the draw to win one of two $250 gift vouchers (terms and conditions apply).
Community engagement runs from Tuesday 8 April to Monday 28 April 2025.
Let us know your thoughts about the updated design for Surfers Paradise - The Esplanade. Complete the survey now and go into the draw to winone of two $250 gift vouchers (terms and conditions apply).
