The NSW Government has hit a major milestone in the flood recovery of the Northern Rivers, officially acquiring 18.5 hectares of high-ground land in North Lismore, as part of the $100 million Resilient Lands Program.
The site will provide 85 land lots to enable construction of social, affordable, and private housing-all located above the 2022 flood line.
Project Highlights:
- Priority Access: 76 land lots to be made available for Resilient Homes Program participants, giving flood-impacted residents the first opportunity to relocate to safer ground.
- Social & Key Worker Housing: Homes NSW will construct 24 social dwellings and provide four land lots for affordable key worker housing.
- Integrated Community: The precinct will sit alongside the new Rivers Secondary College Richmond River High Campus, set to open in 2027.
- Economic Boost: The nearby Lismore Showground is receiving a $4.7 million upgrade to support major regional events like Primex, further anchoring the precinct's recovery.
- Timeline: Development application approvals are in place and preparatory work has commenced, with land expected to be available for sale in mid-2026, with home relocations beginning in early 2027.
The development is a collaborative effort between the NSW Reconstruction Authority and Homes NSW, ensuring the new neighbourhood is well-connected to schools, transport, and green space while respecting the cultural heritage of the Widjabul Wia-bal people.
For more information go to nsw.gov.au/resilientlandsprogram
Minister for Housing, Rose Jackson said:
"By securing this land, we are delivering on our promise to provide safe, diverse, and affordable housing for the people of Lismore.
"This isn't just about blocks of land; it's about providing a fresh start for families on ground they can trust."
Minister for Recovery Janelle Saffin said:
"Acquiring this land is a huge win for the North Lismore community.
"We know how much it means to people to stay connected to their neighbours, their schools, and their community, but with the peace of mind that comes from being on higher ground.
"This is about building a secure, connected future for North Lismore."
