Following the release of the Tasmanian Planning Commission’s Integrated Assessment Report for the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium Integrated Assessment, the Institute issued a statement publicly, that was also distributed to members of the Tasmanian parliament.
The statement was put together following extensive consultation with many members, allied professional bodies, stakeholders and Chapter Council.
A Statement from the Tasmanian Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects re the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium Integrated Assessment
The Tasmanian Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects (the Institute) acknowledges the release of the Tasmanian Planning Commission’s Integrated Assessment Report for the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium Integrated Assessment.
The Institute is pleased that this independent assessment process has been undertaken. The Tasmanian parliament can now give thorough consideration, provide a response, and make a determination with rigour and accountability, as befits a project of this scale and impact.
We value the expertise of architects in contributing to the assessment and the broader public discussion on this issue. Good design is central to achieving the best outcomes for places, people, and communities. On a site of this location, scale and complexity, design quality is not an added benefit but a necessity—ensuring that development responds appropriately, responsibly, and with lasting value.
The Institute recognises that the proposed Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium, along with the associated planning processes, has generated significant public debate. We welcome the continued conversation around the broader urban context and its implications. The Institute remains committed to fostering informed and respectful dialogue on issues that impact Tasmania and its communities. The Institute continues to advocate for an approach that achieves the best possible legacy for Tasmania and Tasmanians.