News & Discussion: General CBD Development

[Patrick_27]

Demolition has commenced on part of the old Wakefield Hospital site, not sure what approved plans they have for the site but obviously something in the works!

[ChillyPhilly]

Re: 91 KWS, I'm wondering if their current HQ in Keswick affected by the N-S Motorway project is prompting them to relocate some staff from there to the CBD.

[dbl96]

I have heard rumour of a second tower on site to accommodate the remainder of the workforce later this decade.

More info on the signage.

RAA Place – Adelaide’s most iconic city building gets a new name
28 April, 2023
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The new RAA sign set to top Adelaide’s most iconic city building is one step closer to gracing the city’s skyline.

Where would a second RAA tower actually fit in this area? The Westpac/State Bank building is pretty much hemmed in on all sides by heritage buildings/facades.

[rev]

I have heard rumour of a second tower on site to accommodate the remainder of the workforce later this decade.

More info on the signage.

RAA Place – Adelaide’s most iconic city building gets a new name
28 April, 2023
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The new RAA sign set to top Adelaide’s most iconic city building is one step closer to gracing the city’s skyline.

Where would a second RAA tower actually fit in this area? The Westpac/State Bank building is pretty much hemmed in on all sides by heritage buildings/facades.

On the corner of King William & Waymouth, and on Waymouth opposite ANZ.
Facades can be incorporated into a new development.

[Prodical]

Good progress being made on upgrading and repairing the building on the corner of Symonds Place and Halifax street.

[EBG]

picture today 9/5/2023 the oldest part of the former Calvary hospital is being demolished as mentioned by Patrick (above).

[dbl96]

I have heard rumour of a second tower on site to accommodate the remainder of the workforce later this decade.

More info on the signage.

Where would a second RAA tower actually fit in this area? The Westpac/State Bank building is pretty much hemmed in on all sides by heritage buildings/facades.

On the corner of King William & Waymouth, and on Waymouth opposite ANZ.
Facades can be incorporated into a new development.

It wouldn't really be part of the same site there. Where did this rumour come from?

I wonder if down the track the council will seek to redevelop Topham Mall as they have done with Le Cornu, the Market Arcade and City Beach.

[rev]

Where would a second RAA tower actually fit in this area? The Westpac/State Bank building is pretty much hemmed in on all sides by heritage buildings/facades.

On the corner of King William & Waymouth, and on Waymouth opposite ANZ.
Facades can be incorporated into a new development.

It wouldn't really be part of the same site there. Where did this rumour come from?

I wonder if down the track the council will seek to redevelop Topham Mall as they have done with Le Cornu, the Market Arcade and City Beach.

Not sure where the rumour comes from, Ben posted it.

Would it be possible to build a tower above the older (9 level?) Bank SA building on King William St?

[Nort]

Where would a second RAA tower actually fit in this area? The Westpac/State Bank building is pretty much hemmed in on all sides by heritage buildings/facades.

On the corner of King William & Waymouth, and on Waymouth opposite ANZ.
Facades can be incorporated into a new development.

It wouldn't really be part of the same site there. Where did this rumour come from?

I wonder if down the track the council will seek to redevelop Topham Mall as they have done with Le Cornu, the Market Arcade and City Beach.

A few years ago there were plans to build something (I think it was apartments?) above Topham Mall, but think that stalled long ago.

[SRW]

On the corner of King William & Waymouth, and on Waymouth opposite ANZ.
Facades can be incorporated into a new development.

It wouldn't really be part of the same site there. Where did this rumour come from?

I wonder if down the track the council will seek to redevelop Topham Mall as they have done with Le Cornu, the Market Arcade and City Beach.

A few years ago there were plans to build something (I think it was apartments?) above Topham Mall, but think that stalled long ago.

I'm not sure if it was ever a real proposal or just part of the brainstorming or 'city re-imagining' for the 5000+ project by the soon axed Integrated Design Commission.

[EBG]

Re Demolition of part of the old Wakefield Hospital site, according signage on site fence a new 180 bed hospital and 1800 m2 medical consulting rooms are to be built but there is no picture or details of how many stories. does any one have any more details. may be this project could have a thread of its own??

[Norman]

I have heard rumour of a second tower on site to accommodate the remainder of the workforce later this decade.

More info on the signage.

RAA Place – Adelaide’s most iconic city building gets a new name
28 April, 2023
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The new RAA sign set to top Adelaide’s most iconic city building is one step closer to gracing the city’s skyline.

RAA, the state’s largest membership organisation, has also given the building a new name – RAA Place.

RAA has now received development approval from the City of Adelaide for the new sign, with local South Australian business, Ecept, to begin construction within weeks and installation to be complete by the middle of the year.

Chief Executive Officer Nick Reade said the state’s largest membership organisation was growing rapidly as more and more South Australians choose to become members.

“RAA is so much more than a motoring club and more South Australians are seeing the value in becoming members every day,” Mr Reade said.

“We’re an iconic and trusted South Australian organisation that’s known for roadside assistance and insurance but are growing our offerings for members in exciting areas like travel, home, solar and energy and the electric vehicle sector.

“That growth is also reflected in our workforce and with more than 1,200 employees we’re moving into the city to help accommodate that growth.

“Our city presence will allow us to build stronger relationships with other city-based stakeholders so we can better advocate for our members.”

Mr Reade said the new RAA sign will be different to anything seen before on the 91 King William Street building, with the ability to change colours.



“Like the organisation itself, the new RAA sign will be dynamic – able to change colour to promote and raise awareness for important causes and events like National Road Safety Week,” Mr Reade said.

“We’re extremely proud to support a local business, Ecept, who specialise in the construction of signs and have also worked with a number of other iconic SA brands.

“RAA Place represents the inclusive and progressive organisation that we are and also ties into the Adelaide City Council’s vision for that part of the city – which we’ll be right in the heart of.”

Late last year RAA announced that approximately 200 of its more than 1200-strong team will relocate to 91 King William Street to help accommodate the organisation’s growth.

They should bring back the Christmas tree window display!

[rev]

Better yet they could do a light projection on the three main sides of it.

[SBD]

Re Demolition of part of the old Wakefield Hospital site, according signage on site fence a new 180 bed hospital and 1800 m2 medical consulting rooms are to be built but there is no picture or details of how many stories. does any one have any more details. may be this project could have a thread of its own??

Do we have a private hospital operator looking for a new Adelaide CBD site? I wonder if they propose an emergency department?

[Ben]

There was an application lodged to finally demolish the derelict housing building on Morphett Street. No application for a replacement as yet.

426-434 MORPHETT ST ADELAIDE SA 5000
UNDER ASSESSMENT
Description: Partial demolition of the building including disconnection of Gas, Water & Sewer services. Existing transformer room to remain.
Application ID: 23013993

Public Notification
Not Required

Application ID: 23013993
Lodged: 15/05/2023
Property address: 426-434 MORPHETT ST ADELAIDE SA 5000
Council area: Adelaide
Land details:
Title
CT 5650/216
CT 5651/539
Plan parcel: F182760 AL298
F182761 AL299
Applicant details: The Salvation Army (SA) Property Trust