5 Development Sites Embedded in Australia’s Local Communities


April 2026
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5 Development Sites Embedded in Australia’s Local Communities

Across Australia, development activity is increasingly focused on well-located sites within established communities and expanding local centres. These locations benefit from existing demand, infrastructure and strong catchment fundamentals. This week’s selection highlights five sites positioned to deliver projects that align with the needs of their surrounding communities.



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157–159 Mt Dandenong Road, Croydon VIC 3136

Brought to market by Knight Frank's Nick Bisset, Jacob Haydock and Paul Lillis.

Located within Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, this Croydon site benefits from strong exposure along Mt Dandenong Road and proximity to established residential catchments. The area continues to attract steady demand driven by its accessibility and local amenity. The property offers developers an opportunity to deliver a project within a well-established suburban market.

View listing:
https://www.developmentready.com.au/properties/157-159-mt-dandenong-rd-croydon-vic-3136-247336



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121 Whytes Road, Bandiana VIC 3691

Brought to market by Dixon Commercial Real estate's Andrew and Oscar Dixon in conjunction with Colliers' Ben Young and Chris Nanni.

Situated within the Albury-Wodonga region, this Bandiana site benefits from proximity to a growing population base and established infrastructure. The region continues to experience steady growth, supported by affordability and connectivity. The property presents an opportunity to deliver development aligned with the area’s expanding community needs.

View listing:
https://www.developmentready.com.au/properties/121-whytes-road-bandiana-vic-3691-250544



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173–177 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee NSW 2034

Brought to market by Colliers' Paul Grasso and James Cowan in conjunction with IB Property's Steffan Ippolito.

Positioned within Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, this Coogee site benefits from strong foot traffic, tourism activity and proximity to one of the city’s most popular beaches. Coogee continues to attract high levels of demand driven by its lifestyle appeal and limited development opportunities. The property offers developers exposure to a tightly held coastal market.

View listing:
https://www.developmentready.com.au/properties/173-177-coogee-bay-road-coogee-nsw-2034-249969



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112 Adelaide Street, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324

Brought to market by Cushman & Wakefield's Miron Solomons and Jake Smith in conjunction with Commercial Collective's Isaac Reville and Sarah Willcox.

Located within the Hunter Region, this Raymond Terrace site benefits from strong local demand and proximity to Newcastle and surrounding growth areas. The region continues to attract population growth driven by affordability and connectivity. The property presents an opportunity to deliver development aligned with the area’s expanding residential and commercial needs.

View listing:
https://www.developmentready.com.au/properties/112-adelaide-st-raymond-terrace-nsw-2324-247513



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Lot 33, 241 Slater Avenue, Blacks Beach QLD 4740

Brought to market by Quartz 's Doyle Bissett and Grant Brix.

Situated within the Mackay region, this Blacks Beach site benefits from strong coastal demand and ongoing residential growth. The area continues to attract both residents and investment, supported by lifestyle appeal and local infrastructure. The property offers developers the opportunity to deliver a project within an expanding coastal community.

View listing:
https://www.developmentready.com.au/properties/lot-33-241-slater-avenue-blacks-beach-qld-4740-250755



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