The Allan Labor Government is building more homes across regional Victoria, with early works now underway at Osborne Street, Flora Hill in Bendigo.
Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts Harriet Shing today announced early works have kicked off on the former Bendigo Teachers' College site, which will deliver around 160 new homes in one of the state's fastest growing regional centres.
The first phase of early works includes installing solid hoarding and removing outdated infrastructure such as paving - marking an important step in transforming the underutilised site into a thriving new community.
Construction of the homes is expected to begin in 2027 and the new housing complex will deliver approximately 56 social and affordable homes. The Flora Hill's historic Eumana House will be retained and incorporated with the new residential community while works continue.
All early works are being carried out by local contractors, with subcontracting going exclusively to regional businesses, including a Traditional Owner enterprise - supporting local jobs and strengthening the regional economy.
Development Victoria will continue to engage with the City of Greater Bendigo, Homes Victoria and the Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation (DJAARA) and provide updates to the local community as the project progresses.
As stated by Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts Harriet Shing
"These early works mark a major milestone for the project, as we get on with transforming underutilised government land into a new community for regional Victorians."
"More homes mean more opportunities - and we are getting on repurposing unused land to build homes for Victorians."
As stated by Premier and Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan
"Flora Hill plays an important role in supporting the growing housing needs of Greater Bendigo - helping more people live closer to jobs, education and public transport."