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| Developing the Inveresk Railyards. A Better Cities, Urban Renewal Project |
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| The development of the Railyards at Inveresk was a brave venture when originally planned as an urban renewal project. The site has grown to become a major focal point for the Launceston Community Developers hope to boost the site further with plans for the construction of a cinema and residential apartments on the southern boundary. Further Information: metro Touring Shows regularly use the facilities including the Olympic Torch Relay the Centenary of Federation exhibit , Targa Tasmania,Gone South,healing expos and tourism promotions Tenants and users of this site includes: the weekly Esk Market, The Launceston Show, The Don River Railway Society, The University of Tasmania's Academy of Arts, The Power House Cafe, The Tram Shed Auditorium, Region North Esk Education The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery The AFL standard football ground at York Park ,is a regular fixture for both the Hawthorn and St Kilda Football Clubs,who have adopted Tasmania as a home away from home. The Launceston Community are keen to be involved in the future development of the site for community purposes as witnessed by the strong interest in the Museum Search Conference. |
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