Mount Gravatt campus

Why is Griffith exiting the Mount Gravatt campus?

The campus has undergone several refurbishments and expansion of facilities since it was initially established in 1969. However, following a review that highlighted ongoing viability issues as many of the facilities are aging and/or are no longer fit for purpose, a decision was made to consolidate it into Nathan campus by 2026.

Consolidating Griffith’s campus footprint will facilitate closer inter-disciplinary collaboration, provide both staff and students with a more engaging and contemporary on-campus experience, deliver operational efficiencies and maximise the use of available land at Nathan campus.

When will the Mount Gravatt campus close?

Griffith will exit the Mount Gravatt campus in late 2025 – early 2026.

Which building/s will Mount Gravatt staff and students be relocated to?

Over the next four years, a new flagship building (N82) will be developed in the arrivals area at Nathan campus on the current N13 site to accommodate AEL and Health staff and students from the Mount Gravatt campus.

Further information about N82 is available here.

What is the schedule for consolidating Mount Gravatt campus into Nathan campus?

The decant process will be sequenced into key phases to minimise the disruption to the operation of the Mount Gravatt campus and its amenities, maintain the safety of our staff, students, and the wider community – and ensure a smooth and efficient relocation.

Several other critical projects have been sequenced to facilitate the decant of Mount Gravatt campus, including the building of N82 and the Science Enabling Works at Nathan campus.

Whilst many teams will move from Mount Gravatt directly to N82, there will be other short-term decants of groups required until permanent accommodation is available.

Can we move across earlier?

The relocation from Mount Gravatt campus will only be possible once N82 has been completed as there is currently insufficient fit-for-purpose space at Nathan to accommodate the groups moving from Mount Gravatt.  Equally, the construction of N82 is dependent on the proposed site (N13) being vacated and surrounding buildings refurbished to accommodate those staff currently in N13.

Will there be opportunities for staff to provide input into the relocation process and the design of N82?

Over the next four years, the University will be working with staff, students, and the many communities and groups connected to the Mount Gravatt campus on a transition plan to ensure a smooth exit from the campus in late 2025-early 2026.

The University will seek input from all staff at Mount Gravatt to:

• co-design new spaces at Nathan, in particular, the N82 building which will house most staff exiting Mount Gravatt
• prepare for the relocation process, including a comprehensive consolidation, digitisation, and archive program to make sure we understand each team's work and storage requirements and plan our space requirements efficiently
• trial new collaboration opportunities and work practices ahead of the move, to embrace how new space configurations for learning, teaching, and working may change.

What is the Nathan Staff Consultation Group? Can staff from Mount Gravatt be part of this group?

To facilitate engagement with the staff community, a Reshape Nathan Staff Consultation Group has been established and is open to staff across all campuses. Staff who would like to get involved can indicate their interest in joining the Group by emailing reshape_nathan@griffith.edu.au.

What will happen to Mount Gravatt campus once Griffith has exited?

Griffith remains in discussions with the Queensland Government for the adaptive reuse of the Mount Gravatt site.

Are any interim upgrades or initiatives planned for Mount Gravatt campus?

Between now and the end of 2025, the University will look at ways to make the on-campus experience at Mount Gravatt a more engaging and collaborative one for staff and students.

The University has worked closely with a group of current students and staff to explore ideas and opportunities to utilise the spaces more efficiently and effectively, such as:

• Consolidate workspace in line with maintenance regimes
• Short-term activation of various spaces (e.g. events, activation activities, pop-up spaces)
• Prototyping ‘mock office’ display for N82

To get involved, email hello_experience@griffith.edu.au

Will additional parking spaces be made available at Nathan campus to accommodate the increase in staff and students from Mount Gravatt?

The master planning process will address movement strategies, including pedestrian, cycle, vehicle, parking and public transport. Staff and students will have the opportunity to provide input during the Master Plan consultation process.

Will the intercampus bus still operate to transport students and staff from the busway?

Yes, the intercampus bus will operate until all staff and students have exited the Mount Gravatt campus.

Are there plans to develop sport and recreation facilities at Nathan campus e.g. swimming pools, gym, tennis courts, theatre space?

The development of sporting and recreation facilities for staff and students will be explored as part of the Nathan master planning process.

Acting as a framework, the Nathan Master Plan will guide the physical growth and development of Nathan campus to ensure it supports the evolving needs of our students, staff, industry and government collaborators and community partners.

To contribute to the development of the Nathan Master Plan visit the project website.