More than 60 people are set to move into brand new homes in Shoalhaven following the completion of a 39-unit complex in the riverside town of Bomaderry.
The new units near Bomaderry train station reflect the Minns Labor Government commitment to building more housing near existing transport and infrastructure, supporting residents to stay connected to work and services.
The NSW Government invested $4.8 million in the project through the Community Housing Innovation Fund (CHIF) on top of a significant financial contribution from Southern Cross Housing to transform a site previously occupied by four derelict buildings.
With land donated from Shoalhaven City Council, Southern Cross Housing will now own and manage the complex of 25 new social homes and 14 affordable housing units.
The modern complex includes:
- 10 studio apartments
- 17 one-bedroom units
- 8 two-bedroom units
- 4 three-bedroom units
- BBQ and play areas
The first residents have already moved in with priority given to women over the age of 55, one of the fastest growing demographics at risk of homelessness and housing insecurity.
This project complements the Minns Labor Government's historic $6.6 billion investment into social housing, which is delivering 8,400 new homes across New South Wales, the largest housing investment in the state's history.
Minister for the Illawarra and the South Coast Ryan Park:
"Following more than a decade of neglect by the former Coalition government, we are investing in the social and affordable housing growing communities like Bomaderry need.
"These new units will ensure people and families in Shoalhaven have access to more affordable housing, providing them with the certainty they need and deserve.
"The Illawarra is a growing region, and the Minns Labor Government is delivering the housing and infrastructure that will support that growth."
Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson:
"Our government is getting on with the job of addressing the housing crisis, investing directly in new housing through programs like the Community Housing Innovation Fund and working in partnership with councils and community housing providers to deliver results.
"I want to thank Southern Cross Housing and Shoalhaven City Council for their contribution to this project, partnerships like this make a real difference for people who need a safe place to call home, right now.
"This development represents a major uplift in housing supply for the Shoalhaven, delivering nearly 40 new social and affordable homes in a region where demand continues to grow.
"Many of the new homes are going to women aged over 55, one of the fastest-growing groups of people at risk of homelessness, and that's exactly who we need to be supporting."
Member for Kiama Katelin McInerney:
"The completion of these well-located new homes demonstrates the housing solutions that can be delivered when council, community housing providers, and the NSW Government work together.
"I am proud to be part of a government that is delivering safe and secure housing for women over the age of 55."
Member for South Coast Liza Butler:
"This development is part of the Minns Labor Government's historic investment in social and affordable housing. We're getting on with delivering thousands of new homes across NSW because housing security is fundamental to people's wellbeing and opportunity."
"Everyone deserves a safe, secure place to call home, and these new homes in Bomaderry will make a real difference for more than 60 people in the Shoalhaven. This project is about turning underused land into quality housing that's close to transport, services, and jobs."
Southern Cross Housing CEO Alex Pontello:
"We are exceptionally proud of this project and the partnership with Shoalhaven City Council and Homes NSW. This project was conceived about 6 years ago by a small group of passionate people. Now it is completed, it will life changing for so many"
Shoalhaven City Council Mayor Patricia White:
"Local government, particularly in rural and regional areas, can play a significant role in helping to address the housing crisis being felt right across the country. Providing land is one of the levers we can pull, and I'm delighted this important step was taken and this project is now complete."
