The Federal Government is investing in critical infrastructure in South Australia which will unlock the development of almost 4,000 more homes.
Through the government’s Housing Support Program, South Australia is receiving $70 million to fast-track 3,641 dwellings in key growth areas.
The projects are delivering social housing as well as enabling infrastructure – such as power, water and sewerage works – which is essential for increasing housing supply.
The investment is set to deliver 1,000 new homes in Thebarton – at least 200 of which will be affordable – with almost $35 million invested to establish sewerage and water connections at the Former West End Brewery Site.
A joint contribution of $30 million in the Curtis Road / Heaslip Roundabout – a vital access point for residents – will unlock 700 affordable homes for the City of Playford.
The government is delivering critical infrastructure for social and affordable housing across South Australia, including in Seaton, Noarlunga Downs and Port Noarlunga.
The State and Federal Government have said that they are working closely to identify opportunities to fast-track housing development across the state.
Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King, said, “Every Australian deserves the opportunity to have the keys to their own home, walls upon which to hang pictures and a roof under which to make memories.
“We’re pulling every lever to fix this problem – streamlining planning approvals, incentivising our construction workforce, and implementing ambitious policies to get more Australians into more homes more quickly.”
South Australian Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Nick Champion, said that this partnership between the Federal and State Governments will help deliver more homes, faster.
“The funding is critical to fast track the delivery of the critical infrastructure for these important housing projects in our state,” Minister Champion said.
“We’re putting pipes in the ground and easing traffic congestion, so the housing sites are ready for construction to begin.”
