SATURDAY EDITION STRATEGY OF THE WEEK: Lifestyle & Connectivity Combined—Dual-Occupancy Opportunity in an Emerging Region

29-08-25 09:39 AM - Comment(s) - By Joean

Dual-Income Investment—Emerging Yield, Lifestyle & Infrastructure Momentum

Unlock a dual-occupancy development opportunity delivering two separately-let dwellings, resilient rental income, strong regional fundamentals, and access to location-driven lifestyle appeal and future infrastructure growth.

    Property Overview

    • Type: Dual Occupancy — 3+2 / 2+1 / 1+1

    • Purchase price: $1,115,625

    • House (total): 216.69 m²

    • Unit 1: 127.44 m² — Est. rent: $530 p/w

    • Unit 2: 89.25 m² — Est. rent: $490 p/w

    • Combined est. rent (standard): $1,020 p/w

    • Land registration: Registered

    Estate Features

    • Master-planned Community: An elevated, master-planned community offering residents a blend of natural beauty and modern living.

    • Architectural Design: Thoughtfully designed homes with modern layouts, maximising natural light and energy efficiency.

    • Community Amenities: Planned park lands, walking trails, and a future retail and medical precinct will enhance the lifestyle offerings within the community.

    • Natural Surroundings: Residents will enjoy panoramic views of the valley and surrounding ranges, with several parks and green spaces nearby.

    Location & Lifestyle
    (Drive-Access to Amenities & Nature)

    Although the walk score is very low, offering serene seclusion, the site is just a short drive to a rich array of lifestyle amenities:

    • ~11-minute drive to a vibrant dining, café & bar scene, plus shopping precincts, arts, sporting facilities, gardens and community parks—combining convenience with natural surroundings.

    • Quick access to education, including a mix of quality public and private schools, TAFE and university campuses.

    • Easy reach of local parks, walking trails, reserves, lookout points and walking paths—offering lifestyle and health benefits in a landscaped setting.

    Additional Accessibility:

    • ~7km (14-minute drive) to the regional CBD

    • ~19 km (25-minute drive) to the nearest airport

    • ~129 km (1 hour 30-minute drive) to the state capital CBD

    Transportation Options:

    • Regional bus services connecting nearby towns and major hubs

    • Local train station within ~10–15 minutes drive providing commuter access

    • Major highways and arterial roads within close proximity for easy car travel

    • Cycling and walking paths planned throughout the community for active transport

    This blend of peaceful, elevated living with nearby lifestyle, recreational facilities, and transport connectivity appeals to a broad tenant base seeking both comfort and connection.


    Regional Economy & Population Growth

    • Gross Regional Product (GRP): ~$15.14 billion (~2.91% of the state’s GSP)

    • Population: ~142,000 and growing at around 1.4% annually

    • Employment: ~70,000 jobs across healthcare, construction, education, logistics, retail

    • Vacancy Rate: 0.5%—extreme rental tightness, strong demand, and upward rental pressure

    Major Infrastructure Driving Growth

    • New Hospital Redevelopment: Valued at $1.3 billion, completion in 2028, adding 118 beds and expanding emergency, maternity, imaging, and pathology services.

    • Bypass / Freight Corridor: Valued at $1.6 billion, completed, a 41 km dual carriageway diverting heavy vehicles, reducing congestion, and improving freight flow.

    • Flood-way Upgrade: Valued at $1.3 million, completed May 2025, boosting flood resilience and road safety.

    • Water Security Pipeline: Valued at $300+ million, completion early 2027, a 111 km pipeline delivering up to 7.3 ML daily for regional water supply.

    • Pumped Hydro Project: Valued at $1.65 billion, target operational 2028, 400 MW renewable energy storage supporting regional energy resilience and sustainability.

    Market Timing & Finance Environment

    With Q2 2026 completion ahead, investors stand to benefit from dual-income potential, improving finance conditions, and advancing infrastructure that will sustain growth and demand.

    Income & Resilience

    • Two independent rental streams—diversified tenant risk, stronger cashflow resilience

    • Registered land nearing completion

    • Extremely low vacancy (0.5%)—supports secure leasing and rent growth potential

    Why Act Now?

    Dual-occupancy assets that deliver two income streams in a region with a $15 billion economy, ultra-low vacancy, vibrant lifestyle access, and multi-billion-dollar infrastructure pipelines are rare. This opportunity offers a compelling blend of immediate yield and long-term capital upside.

    📌 Enquire today to secure this rare dual-income growth opportunity—before it’s gone.

    Floor plan, furniture and fixtures, measurements and dimensions are approximate and are for illustrative purposes only.

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    Joean

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