The Psychology of Leisure - A case study of Roma Street Parklands Lisa Williams David Levitt Megan Lennon
BACKGROUND Roma Street Parklands......
Location Roma Street Parkland Category: ATTRACTION 1 Parkland Boulevard, Brisbane City, Queensland, Website: This oasis in the heart of Brisbane is a must see destination. With spectacular subtropical plant displays, sweeping vistas and unique artwork, Roma Street Parkland is the perfect place to go exploring - and it's only a short walk from Brisbane's Queen Street Mall.
History Located in the heart of Brisbane 500m from the Queen Street Mall The largest subtropical Garden in the world Officially opened on 6 April 2001 By – Peter Beatie (Queensland Premier) Robert Schwarten – Minister for Public Works Owned by Department of Public Works $72 mill to develop and create More than half a million people visit each year
Facilities and Amenities
Observation Method
Observation Data
Observation Summary of findings
Probable motivations Guessing motivations
Is the setting gendered What makes it gender specific? Is this supported by the observation data results?
Use of facility Use of facility for intended purpose Deviant behaviour: Evidence of graffiti/vandalism Deterred via design elements (CPTED) Observations completed during daylight hours due to perceptions of safety -
ECONOMIC IMPACT Roma Street Parklands and....
Employment - Health – physical and mental health Social capital contribution – skilling volunteers, socialisation Provides Tourism traffic through the south-east corner Responding to contemporary issues.... Vertical communities, Draft Green Open Space Strategy, SEQ Regional Plan, Population Growth Management