Past residential projects

Blue Ridge, Blackwater

Commenced in 2012, Blue Ridge is located two minutes from the town of Blackwater and consists of over 200 homes.

This residential development is surrounded by nature with a range of homes on varying lot sizes. The estate has views to the Blackdown Tableland National Park, a place of spectacular sandstone scenery with gorges and waterfalls, all within close reach to the Blackwater town centre.

Fast facts

  • PDA declared 30 July 2010
  • 9.9ha site located near to the town of Blackwater
  • Total residential lots – 200
  • Sold out in February 2022
  • Completed development includes 200 homes, walking trails and cycling paths, and open green space

Guidelines

The design guidelines promote a consistent, high standard of design and construction. They form part of your land sales contract and approval must be sought in addition to, not in lieu of, other statutory requirements. We encourage individuality and innovation in design and may, with individual merit, approve designs that do not comply. Interpretation of the provisions of the design guidelines is at the absolute discretion of Economic Development Queensland.

Building and/or landscaping work must be constructed or carried out in accordance with the design guidelines written approval, approved plans and any special conditions. Economic Development Queensland reserves the right to request evidence from the buyer/builder demonstrating compliance with these guidelines.

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Bushlark Grove, Moranbah

Bushlark Grove is located in Moranbah, approximately 150 km south-west of Mackay in North Queensland. Commenced in 2011, the community comprises approximately 175 homes.

Bushlark Grove, Moranbah has delivered an ecologically sustainable residential development in close proximity to the Moranbah town centre, local schools, Moranbah Hospital and a number of sporting fields.

Working with a range of builders from both Moranbah and Mackay, Bushlark Grove delivered a new option for home buyers in Moranbah, providing modern and convenient living.

Fast facts

  • PDA declared in July 2010
  • 9ha site located within the town of Moranbah
  • Sold out in April 2021
  • Completed development includes 175 homes, parks and open green space

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Clearview Rise, Roma

Ideally located on Roma’s highest point, with unspoilt views stretching to the west, with views of breathtaking sunsets.

The residential estate is conveniently located close to many important amenities such as five schools, childcare, grocery stores, hospital and community garden.

Guidelines

The design guidelines promote a consistent, high standard of design and construction. They form part of your land sales contract and approval must be sought in addition to, not in lieu of, other statutory requirements. We encourage individuality and innovation in design and may, with individual merit, approve designs that do not comply. Interpretation of the provisions of the design guidelines is at the absolute discretion of Economic Development Queensland.

Building and/or landscaping work must be constructed or carried out in accordance with the design guidelines written approval, approved plans and any special conditions. Economic Development Queensland reserves the right to request evidence from the buyer/builder demonstrating compliance with these guidelines.

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Fitzgibbon Chase, Fitzgibbon

Fitzgibbon Chase is a master planned community located in Fitzgibbon, 13 km north of the Brisbane CBD and minutes from public transport, shopping and other amenities. Commencing in 2009, it was designed to deliver low, medium and high-density housing to meet the community's needs, both in terms of affordability and choice of home. In total, 1350 homes were delivered.

Fast facts

  • PDA declared in July 2008
  • 122ha site located 13 km north of the Brisbane CBD
  • Total residential lots: 1100
  • Final precinct developed was The Nest – a mix of convenience retail, child care centre and essential services with unique small businesses and open outdoor space

Awards

The Fitzgibbon Chase project has been nominated and received many awards for its residential design.

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Outcome

Category

Project

Urban Development Institute of Australia National

2018 Finalist

Residential Subdivision

Fitzgibbon Chase

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2017 Winner

Residential Subdivision

Fitzgibbon Chase

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2016 Finalist

Affordable Housing

Fitzgibbon Chase

Queensland State Architecture Awards

2015 Winner

Colorbond Award for Steel Architecture

Fitzgibbon Community Centre – Richard Kirk Architect

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2013 Winner

Residential Subdivision

Fitzgibbon Chase

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2013 Finalist

Affordable Housing

Fitzgibbon Chase

Healthy Waterways Awards

2012 Winner

Water Sensitive Urban Design

Fitzgibbon Chase

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2012 Finalist

Consultants’ Excellence (ETS Engineering)

Fitzgibbon Chase

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2011 Winner

Environmentally Sustainable Development (Land Based)

Fitzgibbon Chase

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2011 Finalist

Affordable Housing

Carnarvon Crescent at Fitzgibbon Chase by AV Jennings

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2011 Finalist

Small to Medium Density Development

Carnarvon Crescent at Fitzgibbon Chase by AV Jennings

Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Qld)

2011 Finalist

Residential Subdivision

Fitzgibbon Chase

Qld Premiers Award for Excellence

2010 Winner

 

Fitzgibbon Chase

Planning Institute of Australia (Qld) – Queensland Planning Award for Excellence in Planning

2010 Winner

Housing

Fitzgibbon Chase

Public Relations Institute of Australia – Qld Awards for Excellence

2010 Winner

Consumer Marketing and Social Marketing

Fitzgibbon Chase

Planning Institute of Australia (Qld)

2010 Certificate of Merit

Social and Community Based Planning

Fitzgibbon Chase

Planning Institute of Australia (Qld)

2009 Certificate of Merit

 

Fitzgibbon Chase

Planning Institute of Australia

2009 Certificate of Merit

Social and Community Based Planning

Fitzgibbon Chase

Planning Institute of Australia

2009 Award for Excellence

Housing

Fitzgibbon Chase

Planning Institute of Australia

2009 Award for Excellence

Planning

Fitzgibbon Chase

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HillClose, Gladstone

Perfectly positioned just 6 km from the Gladstone CBD and close to schools, shopping centres and sporting facilities, HillClose is an award-winning master-planned community.

Taking advantage of its elevated position, the community offers a diverse range of home and living options to suit a variety of lifestyles and budgets.

Fast facts

  • Established in 2011
  • 17 hectare site
  • 297 homes

Awards

Premier's Awards for Excellence - 2013
Category: Building a stronger rural and regional Queensland

Urban Development Institute of Australia QLD - 2012
Category: Best Affordable Housing Development

Urban Development Institute of Australia NATIONAL - 2012
Category: Best Affordable Housing Development

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Tannum Blue, Tannum Sands

A place with cool breezes and green spaces that's also close to the beach. Tannum Blue offers the ideal coastal lifestyle combined with close proximity to schools, shops and community groups. A place to live a healthy, active lifestyle, and enjoy brand new living only twenty five kilometres from the Gladstone central business district.

Fast facts

  • PDA declared September 2011
  • 5 minutes from Tannum Sands, and 30 minutes from Gladstone CBD
  • 102 homes

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Last updated: 28 June 2024