Created from the development of the Varsity Lakes Train Station, this surplus land site offers a well-located opportunity to increase housing supply on the Gold Coast.
Banyo Precinct
Major infill residential development opportunity in Brisbane
A former Energex depot site that has been decommissioned, demolished and remediated, now ready for medium-density development.
- 6.46ha long-standing vacant Energy Queensland owned site
- A connected and amenity rich location close to public transport, education and recreation
- EDQ-facilitated planning pathway to support planning certainty and speed
- EDQ support for the delivery of enabling infrastructure is available
- Diverse housing outcomes through two distinct development opportunities:
- Opportunity 1 – Market Residential Opportunity
- Opportunity 2 – Affordable Housing Project
Community consultation
Find out more by visiting the Banyo Precinct have your say page.
Location
Last updated: 15 June 2026
Land Activation Program
56 Blinzinger Road, Banyo QLD 4014
6.46ha
EDQ land holding
Preferred proponent selected
Preferred proponent selected
Land Activation Program
Varsity Lakes
1.11 ha
Other Queensland Government land
Preferred proponent selected
Land Activation Program
Mango Hill
1.5 ha
Previously used as the construction set down area for the delivery of the Mango Hill Train Station but vacant since 2017, the 1.5ha Meyer Circuit site is now positioned to deliver up to 250 dwellings across two development-ready lots.
Other Queensland Government land
ROI open
Land Activation Program
Hervey Bay
Approximately 8.8ha
This approximately 8.8-hectare development-ready site offers an opportunity to deliver a new residential community in the heart of Hervey Bay, with capacity for up to 175 homes.
For sale
Land Activation Program
Highgate Hill
1,126m²
A unique, well-located development opportunity is available in Highgate Hill, positioned within a tightly held inner-city enclave.
EDQ land holding
Preferred proponent selected
Land Activation Program
Montague Road
7.1ha
The Queensland Government has announced a landmark opportunity, with Economic Development Queensland taking to market the 7.1ha Montague Road site - a rare inner-city parcel just 1.3km from the CBD.
Other Queensland Government land
ROI closed
Land Activation Program
Turbot Street
8,900m²
A thriving mixed-use and residential development opportunity. Rare inner-city urban renewal development opportunity offering the best of both worlds - urban vibrancy and natural amenity. This is a city-shaping site in a prime location with dual frontage, surrounded by Wickham Park and Roma Street Parklands.
EDQ land holding
Upcoming sale
Land Activation Program
Pimlico
4.5 ha
Underutilised since the new TAFE campus opened nearby in 2020, this long-standing education site now offers a standout residential development opportunity. The former TAFE site at Pimlico is the first in the region to join the Land Activation Program (LAP).