- Construction on a 213-unit apartment project consisting of 65 new social housing dwellings and 148 affordable rental dwellings underway
- Project within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct, near Murdoch University and Fiona Stanley Hospital
- Project received $46.2 million grant from the State Government and nearly $165 million in Federal funding
The ongoing partnership between the Cook and Albanese Labor Governments is set to deliver a significant boost to affordable rentals and social housing within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct in Perth's inner south.
Community housing provider Foundation Housing Ltd, in partnership with WA development company H-U (Human Urban), has started construction on 148 affordable rentals and 65 social homes as part of a 213-apartment project.
The Cook Government is supporting the project through a $46.2 million grant, as part of its record $6.3 billion housing spend since 2021.
The project has received nearly $165 million in funding from the Federal Government, including ongoing availability payments from the Housing Australia Future Fund.
The development will include office space and a mix of social and affordable housing and is located close to Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch University, and public transport.
The new development is part of the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct - a landmark urban renewal project being delivered by DevelopmentWA - that will transform Murdoch into one of Australia's most vibrant hubs for health, research, education, and innovation.
Comments attributed to Premier Roger Cook:
"This development is part of our commitment to deliver more social, community, and affordable housing for the people of Western Australia.
"The 213-unit apartment project that will significantly boost affordable and social housing supply close to Murdoch University and Fiona Stanley Hospital.
"Not only will it help to address local public housing waitlist demand, but it will also provide more affordable housing for key workers.
"My government has invested a record $6.3 billion in housing and homelessness measures since 2021, including the delivery of major build to rent projects."
As stated by Housing and Works Minister John Carey:
"We have a big ambitious program to deliver significant affordable build to rent developments across Perth, and this project is another example.
"This demonstrates our commitment to working with the Federal Government and the community housing sector to increase the supply of social housing and rentals for low-income workers.
"The project will see the delivery of affordable housing options close to Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch University, and public transport, and is part of our record $6.3 billion housing spend."
Comments attributed to Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim:
"This 213-unit development represents exactly the kind of partnership we need to tackle the housing challenges facing Western Australians.
"By working hand-in-hand with the Cook Government, we're delivering real solutions in a location that offers residents access to world-class healthcare, education, and transport links right in the heart of Murdoch.
"The Albanese Government's nearly $165 million investment through the Housing Australia Future Fund demonstrates our unwavering commitment to increasing affordable housing supply where it's needed most.
"What makes this project truly special is its location within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct - residents will have Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch University, and excellent public transport practically on their doorstep.
"This is about creating communities, not just housing, and ensuring people have access to the services and opportunities they need to thrive."
Comments attributed to Bibra Lake MLA Sook Yee Lai:
"This project delivers 213 homes close to key services in the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct.
"It's encouraging to see the Cook and Albanese Governments working together to tackle housing affordability and support families in my electorate of Bibra Lake.
"I'm proud this partnership is creating safe, welcoming communities for a better future in WA."
