Over 100 shoring jacks were installed under Brisbane’s South Bank car park to safely support the On the Banks music festival, due to structural concerns.

Over 100 shoring jacks were installed under Brisbane’s South Bank car park ahead of the On the Banks music festival due to concerns about its structural capacity under heavy concert loads. The temporary supports, arranged in a dense grid, redistribute weight from the 5,000-capacity event to prevent floor failure, as the original design was meant for light traffic, not large stages and crowds. Officials confirm the reinforcement is precautionary and consistent with standard practices for repurposed spaces. Alternative parking is available, and the car park is expected to reopen at full capacity by late March. The festival features acts including King Stingray, Grace Jones, and The Streets.