Construction has begun on the Aura Town Centre: a major new retail, dining and entertainment precinct within Stockland’s largest master-planned community on the Sunshine Coast.
The first stage of the centre will span about 16,300sqm and include a Woolworths and an Aldi supermarket, two mini-major retailers and 55 specialty stores and kiosks.
Designed as a convenient hub for everyday essentials and services, the Town Centre will be located within easy walking, driving or riding distance for Aura residents and the wider region.
Beyond serving the community, the development is expected to support economic growth across the Coast, which is emerging as one of Queensland’s strongest markets.
The main trade area of the Town Centre is forecast to approach 74,000 people by 2028.
To mark the milestone, Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Minister for Industrial Relations Jarrod Bleijie joined Stockland representatives and the local community to officially break ground.
Stockland executive general manager, Town Centres, Marco Ettorre says the project represents a significant step forward for the company and community.
“Today marks an important milestone for both our retail business and the Aura community, with construction now underway on the new Aura Town Centre,” he says.
“We’re creating the heart for a growing community, with the Town Centre underpinning the 100ha Aura City Centre and bringing together parklands, open space, retail, dining and entertainment.”
Member for Caloundra Kendall Morton says the development will help ensure infrastructure, services and jobs keep pace with the region’s growth.
Developed, owned and managed by Stockland, the centre is being built by FDC Construction & Fitout and is expected to open late next year.
