Riverhills is among several Brisbane River locations now included in an Expressions of Interest process inviting tourism and leisure proposals to activate existing river infrastructure.
EOI Opens Riverhills and 10 Other Sites to Proposals
An Expressions of Interest (EOI) process is underway for 11 sites along the Brisbane River, including the Riverhills Recreation Hub. The process invites commercial operators to submit proposals for new tourism, hospitality and leisure uses across a mix of pontoons, jetties and recreation hubs.
The available locations span the river corridor from Northshore Hamilton through to Riverhills, incorporating two major river hubs, multiple recreation hubs and three pontoons. Submissions for the EOI close at 12 noon on 15 May 2026, marking the first stage of a formal procurement process.
Participation requires registration through the relevant supplier system, with access to the EOI documentation managed through the tender process.
Range of Uses Under Consideration
The EOI seeks proposals that introduce new ways to use riverfront infrastructure while maintaining public access and amenity. Concepts identified during earlier industry engagement include dining experiences, water-based activities, wellness offerings and river tours.
Larger hubs, such as those at New Farm Park and the City Botanic Gardens, are suited to accommodating bigger vessels. Other sites, including Riverhills, were originally designed for short-term activities and are now being considered for broader commercial use.
All proposals are expected to demonstrate environmental performance, accessibility and community benefit.
Industry Interest Shapes Next Phase
The EOI follows a market sounding process conducted between late 2025 and early 2026, which attracted interest from operators across multiple regions, including interstate and international participants.
This initial stage of the procurement process allows businesses to submit detailed concepts, with shortlisted proposals to progress to a further request for proposal phase.
Riverhills Included in Wider River Activation
Riverhills forms part of a broader plan to expand activity along the Brisbane River by opening existing infrastructure to new uses. The approach focuses on increasing opportunities for recreation, tourism and local enterprise without requiring entirely new facilities.
By including Riverhills in the EOI process, the site is positioned alongside other river locations being considered for new tourism and leisure activity, contributing to a more active use of the river corridor.
Published 8-Apr-2026
