A 1,231 hectare parcel of land adjacent to Stockland’s masterplanned Aura development in Caloundra South could house around 10,000 homes if approved.
Aura has begun the process to secure Commonwealth environmental approval on a parcel of land called Aura South.
Located south of Caloundra, Aura South, approximately half the size of the current Aura community, is positioned within the Halls Creek Potential Future Growth Area.
This area has been recognised by the State Government in South East Queensland (SEQ) Regional Plans since 2009 as an option to accommodate future population growth and meet the region’s demand for long-term housing needs.
Stockland described the site as a substantially cleared former pine plantation landholding spanning 1,231 hectares. It will have direct access to Bells Creek Arterial Road and will provide a direct connection to the Bruce Highway.
The Aura South site is also situated between 1.6 kilometres to six kilometres east of the Bruce Highway and would not be visible to any highway traffic.
Submitting Aura South for independent environmental assessment by the Commonwealth is the first step in assessing the site’s environmental impacts and suitability for future development.
Community Development Manager, Mark Stephens, said: “We have submitted a balanced and sustainable proposal which will ensure environmental protections are secured in advance of any future detailed planning.”
The Aura South site is located approximately 1.5 kilometres north of the ShapingSEQ Regional Inter-Urban Break – a 16-kilometre green buffer separating the urban areas of Caboolture and the
Sunshine Coast.
“We recognise the Inter-Urban Break, which is identified in the 2017 SEQ Regional Plan, and the Aura South proposal does not impact upon this in any way. Stockland’s application proposes to
establish a regenerated natural buffer zone on the southern side, which has an ability to increase the Inter-Urban Break in the future should Aura South be supported,” Mr Stephens said.
If approved for future development, over 400 hectares of the land is planned to be rehabilitated including the reintroduction of native plant species.
“Stockland’s vision for Aura South is for it to be one of the most sustainable communities in the country. We look forward to an open dialogue with the community and all levels of government to share our vision,” Mr Stephens said.
