Narangba East is set to become a major employment hub for the Moreton Bay region, with plans announced to generate up to 10,500 new jobs there.
The Council recently endorsed three key reports that paved the way for significant industrial development and housing in Narangba East. These plans aim to address a critical shortage of industrial land and boost local employment opportunities.
The Urban Areas Employment Lands Investigation (UAELI) has highlighted the urgent need for more industrial land in Moreton Bay to cater to job growth. This has been reinforced by the Narangba East Planning Investigation: Phase 1, which explores the potential for new industrial and residential development in the area.
To facilitate this growth, the Narangba Innovation Precinct Planning Scheme amendment will support existing and new industries while protecting nearby residential areas.
Mayor Peter Flannery emphasised the importance of Narangba East and the Narangba Innovation Precinct in tackling the region’s industrial land shortage and meeting job creation targets. He noted that while the City is progressing with plans for 125,800 new homes by 2046, as outlined in the State Government’s ShapingSEQ plan, it needs to catch up in job creation.
The council is forced to reject 60 percent of industrial land enquiries due to a lack of available land, forcing approximately 80,000 Moreton Bay residents to commute outside the City for work each week. To reduce this outflow, the council aims to provide more local employment opportunities.
Deputy Mayor Jodie Shipway highlighted the significant economic benefits of meeting industrial land targets. She indicated that achieving these targets could generate 25,400 jobs and inject $9 billion into the local economy by 2056. Both the Deputy Mayor and Cr Sandra Ruck (Div 5) emphasised the strategic location of Narangba East and the Narangba Innovation Precinct, with its central position in the City and proximity to the Bruce Highway.
Cr Ruck also stressed that the Innovation Precinct Planning Scheme amendment is the culmination of years of research and investigation into environmental, health, and economic factors.
She reassured residents that environmentally significant areas, such as the land north of the innovation precinct, will remain protected. A Moreton Bay Future Industry Forum will be established to collaborate with the industry and inform detailed planning for the Narangba East precinct.
Published Date 19-December-2024
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