Department of Public Works (Queensland)
In the same year, construction begins on the Suncorp Stadium redevelopment in Brisbane. The redevelopment of Suncorp Stadium was the biggest and most ambitious project of its kind ever undertaken by the Department of Public Works. It involved a significant expansion of the stadium and the implementation of extensive built infrastructure and technologically advanced building systems.
The 52,500-seat world-class venue opened in June 2003 – on budget and on time – and became home to the Brisbane Broncos rugby league team. Today, it also hosts national and international rugby union and soccer games along with State of Origin matches and music concerts.
Department of Public Works (Queensland)
Tropical Cyclone Larry struck the Innisfail region on Monday 20 March 2006. Within hours of the devastating event local Public Works staff members, some of whom had damage to their own homes, launched themselves into the tasks of placing tarpaulins on damaged roofs and removing debris. In the days following, the department helped restore vital government infrastructure and services including more than 150 state schools.