Aurora Tower
Aurora Tower is a skyscraper in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is the tallest building in Brisbane. Taller than Riparian Plaza (excluding the spire) at 207 meters high, Aurora has 69 storey’s comprising four floors of 18 penthouses, 54 sky homes (two-storey luxury apartments) and 408 apartments. It features a heated pool, entertainment area and cinema for residents. Aurora Tower opened to the public on May 5, 2006.
Aurora utilizes iris recognition technology for security purposes, however this technology has not yet been put into use. Along with the intercom system and lifts, it has had problems functioning correctly. Another criticism has been the lack of car parks.
The Tower is near central transport links such as the Central railway station. The Tower is also close to shopping areas such as QueensPlaza, Queen Street Mall, Wintergarden and Elizabeth Street all of which feature shopping, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs.
Other Information
- Location : 420 Queen Street Brisbane, Australia
- Status : Complete
- Constructed : 2003-2006
- Opening : 5 May 2006
- Use : Residential
- Roof : 207 m (680 ft)
- Floor count : 69
- Architect : Cottee Parker Architects
- Developer : APH Properties/ Amalgamated Property Group
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