The transformation of the 14ha former Animal Research Institute into a charming urban village is underway. When complete, it will include a mix of residential, retail, commercial and community sites, public spaces and greater connectivity to public transport.
Located within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct in Southport, Lumina is a 9.5ha commercial cluster dedicated to life sciences, health and technology related businesses.
As landowner, master developer and planning authority, EDQ is facilitating the development of premium development-ready land over the next 10 to 15 years.
Lumina provides for up to 200,000m2 of internal space across 16 development ready sites. Lot sizes range from 1500m2 to 15,300m2 and can be reconfigured to suit the needs of occupants.
Lumina’s focus on life sciences, health and technology-related businesses ensures all businesses and enterprises derive the maximum benefits of co-location with like minded Lumina entrepreneurs and collaborators.
Cohort is one of Queensland’s largest startup communities, and the Gold Coast’s home for innovation. Operating over three buildings since April 2019, Cohort is dedicated to contributing to Australia’s startup growth by helping existing and aspiring founders with the delivery of several entrepreneurship and business development programs.
Lumina businesses and enterprises will join approximately 30,000 people already working, living and studying across the precinct, including those at Griffith University, Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast Private Hospital, Southport Sharks, Cohort and residential and retail community, Smith Collective.
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Last updated: 11 December 2025
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