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Bendigo Advances Four Neighborhood Housing Projects Targeting 900 Homes Yearly
Developments in Flora Hill, Huntly, Marong and Golden Square align with the Greater Bendigo Housing Strategy target of 900 houses per year.
How we reported this
Early works have begun at Osborne Street in Flora Hill to deliver approximately 160 new homes, including 56 social and affordable units, with construction expected to start in 2027. This marks a concrete step in one of the identified growth areas under the Greater Bendigo Housing Strategy.
Flora Hill Site Progress
The Flora Hill project on Osborne Street focuses on a mix of private and social housing. The site forms part of broader efforts to meet annual housing targets across five growth areas. Early works signal that preparatory stages are underway ahead of the 2027 construction start.
Huntly Estate Expansion
The Viewpoint Estate in Huntly is a major residential development with a capacity of over 800 homes. It continues to draw interest from buyers seeking space and proximity to Bendigo amenities. This estate contributes to the overall supply goals set out in the housing strategy.
Marong Satellite Town Plans
The City of Greater Bendigo has identified Marong as a future satellite town targeting 8,000 residents by 2030. Additional new residential areas are also noted in Jackass Flat, Strathfieldsaye, and Maiden Gully North and East. These locations sit alongside Marong, Junortoun, Huntly, Maiden Gully and Kangaroo Flat as the five growth areas covered by the strategy.
Golden Square Site Application
A planning application has been lodged to transform a former WWII munitions site in Golden Square into a housing development comprising 137 residential allotments. This proposal adds another specific project to the pipeline of neighborhood-level developments.
Strategy Targets and Next Stages
The Greater Bendigo Housing Strategy commits to creating 900 houses per year across the five growth areas. Projects such as the Flora Hill early works and the Golden Square application represent individual contributions toward that annual figure. Further advancement will depend on planning outcomes and construction timelines already outlined in project details.