- Bundaberg region to benefit from round one of the Residential Activation Fund, which was doubled to $1 billion in State Budget.
- Residential Activation Fund to deliver $11 million towards six critical infrastructure projects, unlocking more than 10,000 new homes.
- At least half of the $2 billion Residential Activation Fund dedicated to fast-tracking regional housing projects.
More than 10,000 new homes will be delivered in Bundaberg with six critical infrastructure projects set to be fast-tracked under the Crisafulli Government's landmark $2 billion Residential Activation Fund.
The Crisafulli Government has today announced funding under the Residential Activation Fund will support construction of six key projects including a $7.7 million boost towards the $9.6 million Millbank Wastewater Treatment Plant - Inlet Works – with all six projects set to unlock 10,068 new homes.
This project is a high priority for Council to unlock the Branyan Local Area Plan and substantial residential housing developments as part of the Bundaberg Regional Council's capital works program.
The Crisafulli Government's Residential Activation Fund will also deliver a $1.5 million boost towards the $1.88 million Childers Wastewater Treatment Plant Detailed Design – a significant trunk infrastructure project to support future development growth.
The $2 billion Residential Activation Fund has received 178 submissions – 64 from South East Queensland and 114 from regional, rural and remote Queensland.
The Crisafulli Government's 2025-26 Budget is delivering up to $1 billion for round one of the Residential Activation Fund, doubled from the original $500 million, in response to the overwhelming support and availability of shovel-ready projects.
Round one funding focuses on the construction of critical truck infrastructure needed such as water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and roads needed to unlock new residential developments and ease Labor's Housing Crisis.
The $2 billion Residential Activation Fund is a key pillar of the Crisafulli Government's Securing Our Housing Foundations Plan and is breaking down the barriers for infill and greenfield developments.
The Fund will deliver a place to call home for more Queenslanders and support one million new homes by 2044 with at least 50 per cent of the overall funding to be invested in regional and remote Queensland.
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Jarrod Bleijie, said the Residential Activation Fund was set to unlock thousands of new homes across Queensland.
"The Crisafulli Government is delivering on our election commitment to give more Queenslanders a place to call home by investing in six critical infrastructure projects in the Bundaberg region," Deputy Premier Bleijie said.
"The LNP is focused on housing supply following a decade of Labor's Housing Crisis.
"This is just one way the Crisafulli Government is creating jobs, unlocking housing and ensuring that Queensland continues to grow ahead of 2032 and beyond.
"Partnering with Council to unlock this critical infrastructure will deliver more homes.
"Our Residential Activation Fund roadshow officially kicks off today and I can't wait to visit more communities over the coming weeks, announcing further projects across Queensland and helping more Queenslanders pursue their home ownership dreams."
Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett said Bundaberg would benefit from the Crisafulli Government's significant investment in six critical infrastructure projects.
"The Residential Activation Fund will deliver a significant $11 million investment towards six projects in the Bundaberg region that will unlock more than 10,000 homes," Mr Bennett said.
"This investment will address housing shortages in the region and give more Queenslanders a place to call home."
Bundaberg Regional Council Mayor Helen Blackburn said Council was delighted to have secured funding under the Crisafulli Government's Residential Activation Fund.
"This investment of nearly $11 million for six significant projects will allows us to deliver and plan for critical infrastructure for our essential services from water and wastewater to roads and stormwater management, unlocking 10,068 new homes throughout the Bundaberg Region," Mayor Blackburn said.
"This support is vital to addressing housing challenges in our community while supporting local jobs and economic development.
"We are proud to work alongside the Queensland Government to deliver on this important initiative and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have for residents and businesses alike."
The Residential Activation Fund will also deliver the following projects for the Bundaberg region:
- $840,000 boost towards the $1 million Elliott Heads Growth Precinct - Water and Sewerage Infrastructure. Another key development area in Bundaberg with over 3,700 residential lots planned. Council sought State funding for the detailed design to begin immediately, completing the project within a year to be ready for construction to commence in 2026-27 to unlock housing developments.
- $520,000 boost towards the $651,000 Ashfield Growth Precinct – Sewerage Infrastructure. A key development area in Bundaberg with over 4,942 residential lots planned. Council sought State funding for the detailed design to begin immediately, completing the project within a year to be ready for construction to commence in 2026-27 to unlock housing developments.
- $240,000 boost towards the $300,000 Intersection Upgrade of Back Windermere and Barolin Homestead Roads, Coral Cove.
- $176,000 boost towards the $220,000 Kellys Road Stormwater Infrastructure.
