Site works have commenced today on critical enabling infrastructure to unlock more than 1,800 new homes in the Maroochydore City Centre.
Backed by $82.9 million in Queensland Government funding through the Residential Activation Fund, the project will accelerate new housing supply and ensure Queensland is ready for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, said Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Jarrod Bleijie.
The works will deliver essential road, power, and service upgrades, fast-tracking development by at least six years of more than 1,800 additional high-rise apartments.
“Every Queenslander deserves a place to call home, and under Labor, that dream was slipping away during their decade of decline,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said
“The Crisafulli Government is turning that around with decisive action and a plan that works, through our landmark $2 billion Residential Activation Fund.
“New housing supply unlocked through RAF addresses housing affordability due to Labor’s Housing Crisis because we work with industry and councils to deliver.
“Today, we’re delivering homes sooner, backing communities to grow, and preparing for the Games with infrastructure that will serve generations.”
Delivered by the Sunshine Coast Council and Walker Corporation, the works will support a housing precinct close to local jobs, transport and education.
The infrastructure investment includes the extension of First Avenue to Dalton Drive, upgrades to Maud Street and new stormwater, power and communications services.
Sunshine Coast Mayor, Rosanna Natoli said she was excited to see early works begin on construction that will help shape the region’s future.
“Maroochydore City Centre is already a vibrant hub, and this next stage will deliver more homes, more jobs and more opportunities for people to live and connect in the heart of the region,” Mayor Natoli said.
“These works are also an exciting step toward getting the Sunshine Coast Athlete Village off the ground for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.”
Walker Group Executive of Development Peter Saba said the works marked a key milestone in delivering the Athlete Village, which will transition into a thriving residential neighbourhood after the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
“Infrastructure is the backbone of every great city, and with site works now underway this precinct is a step closer to becoming the next great neighbourhood for the region,” Mr Saba said.
“We support the Deputy Premier’s ambition to make the Sunshine Coast a central part of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic movement, and this investment will elevate the Games experience while making Maroochydore City Centre one of Australia’s best places to live.”
Part of the residential precinct will also be used to accommodate athletes and team officials as part of the Sunshine Coast Athlete Village during the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Following the Games, the Sunshine Coast Athlete Village will also transition into long-term housing for the community.
