The Burdekin is poised for major residential growth, with over 350 new homes set to be delivered following funding from Round 1 of the Queensland Government’s Residential Activation Fund (RAF).
The funding will support planning, design, and infrastructure upgrades to unlock the development potential of strategically identified areas in Ayr, removing constraints that have previously slowed housing delivery.
Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the funding represented a “game-changer” for the region.
“This funding is a game-changer. It allows us to make big strides in planning and design that will remove infrastructure constraints and unlock the development potential of strategically identified areas in Ayr,” she said.
Council will engage consultants to undertake planning, hydraulic modelling, and detailed trunk infrastructure design to create a ‘shovel-ready’ package for developers and the Council. The project is expected to unlock 296 new dwellings, with the potential to deliver up to 356 homes across the Shire. Without this support, only around 60 new homes would have been possible.
A key feature of the plan is a new road connection from Craig Street to Chippendale Street. The upgrade will ease traffic on existing roads, improve accessibility, and provide emergency services with an additional access point. The road will also link with Beach Road to integrate water, sewerage, and other essential infrastructure, supporting long-term residential growth.
Mayor Dalle Cort said the project goes beyond housing numbers.
“This isn’t only about housing numbers, it’s about shaping the future of our Shire. By investing in this level of strategic planning, we’re laying the groundwork to keep the Burdekin vibrant, liveable, and sustainable for generations to come,” she said.
The Council thanked the Queensland Government for its investment through the Residential Activation Fund, highlighting the funding as a crucial step in unlocking housing potential across the region.
Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the funding represented a “game-changer” for the region. Photo supplied
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