Stockland Aura’s first Gagalba precinct approved by state government

A Sunshine Coast suburb, with its name meaning ‘shiny place’, will provide more than 900 homes after the state government gave approval for the $270m precinct.

Aerial map of Stockland Aura's proposed sub-precinct 18.1 at Gagalba. Photo: Stockland Aura/Urbis

More than 900 new homes will be delivered to a new Sunshine Coast suburb after state government approval was handed down for the $270m precinct.

The new residential precinct of Stockland Aura’s community at Gagalba has been approved by Economic Development Queensland after an amended development application was lodged in April this year.

The approved stage of Gagalba, known as the Pumicestone Precinct, will deliver up to 918 new homes, with an expectancy to encompass 6000 homes between lakes, wetlands and green spaces upon the completion of the suburb.

Gagalba, a Kabi Kabi-derived word meaning “shiny place”, is situated south of Banya and adjacent to the Bruce Highway.

Aerial shot of Gagalba. Photo: contributed

A state press release revealed the new housing development would offer detached homes for first-home buyers, downsizers and growing families with other housing such as duplexes, triplexes and multi-residential complexes currently in consideration.

The 74ha Pumicestone Precinct will include a neighbourhood centre offering a retail and commercial area, childcare centre, sports park and state primary school alongside a civic park for gatherings and events.

Aerial map of Stockland Aura's proposed sub-precinct 18.1 at Gagalba. Photo: Stockland Aura/Urbis

Upon completion, the precinct will offer two choices of state primary schools and one state high school for future residents.

Stockland has also designated a significant investment to incorporate a series of lakes into the Gagalba area, which will be subject to a another development application.

Economic Development Queensland business operations executive director Jason Camden said the project was a significant step forward in addressing Queensland’s housing crisis.

“This project will not only provide over 900 new homes but will also contribute to the creation of a vibrant, connected community that will enhance the lifestyle of future residents,” he said.

“It’s an exciting time for the region, and we look forward to the positive impact this development will have.”

Stockland Aura project director Josh Sondergeld said it expected for early construction work to start shortly.

Aerial shot of Gagalba. Photo: contributed

Aerial shot of Gagalba. Photo: contributed

“We’re pleased to have the first development application approved for Gagalba, which will be a vibrant residential precinct located within the Aura masterplanned community,” he said.

“We continue to see high demand for homes in the community, driven by the range of housing options available in the community, the active lifestyle, and the convenient access to schools, jobs, shops and parks.

“Our masterplanned communities play an important role in providing accessible home ownership options across Australia.”

Originally published as Stockland Aura’s first Gagalba precinct approved by state government