Development Victoria’s LUMA masterplan set to benefit from the Sunshine Precinct
The proposed Sunshine Precinct is set to become the central hub of Melbourne’s booming west, driven by significant infrastructure investments and strategic urban planning.
Positioned as a National Employment and Innovation Cluster (NEIC), a Metropolitan Activity Centre, and a Priority Precinct, Sunshine is on the brink of transformative growth.
The vision for the proposed Sunshine Precinct is ambitious: to become the dynamic centre of Melbourne's west, supporting the next generation of jobs, innovation, and services. The Precinct is expected to accommodate up to 45,000 jobs, 26,000 homes, and a population of up to 70,000 residents.
At the heart of the transformation is the Sunshine Station Superhub, a pivotal element designed to provide seamless transport connections to Melbourne's CBD, the Melbourne Airport, and Victoria’s western regions.
The proposed Superhub will be developed through several key projects, including the Melbourne Airport Rail and the Western Rail Plan, which will upgrade Sunshine Station and enhance connectivity throughout the region. There’s also the proposed Sunshine Energy Park, which will transform 74 hectares into a forward-thinking urban park featuring a new stadium, outdoor sporting facilities, a community club, a sustainability precinct, and a cultural and ecological precinct.
The Melbourne Airport Rail will, for the first time, connect passengers directly from the airport to Sunshine Station and onwards through the Metro Tunnel to Melbourne's CBD.
Sunshine’s population is projected to more than double over the next three decades. To manage this growth, the Victorian Government released a Precinct Opportunity Statement, outlining the vision for the area’s development.
The proposed Sunshine Precinct will focus on three main hubs: Sunshine Station, Sunshine CBD, and The Albion Quarter.
Located adjacent to the future Sunshine Precinct, Development Victoria’s LUMA Sunshine North development is perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the proposed Sunshine Precinct.
LUMA is a masterplanned community of 300 townhouses in the heart of Sunshine North. LUMA’s Urban and Tempo homes offer a range of two, three and four-bedroom floorplans, all within walking distance of the new Willowbark Reserve which features a children’s playground, barbecue facilities, and shaded picnic areas.
The homes at LUMA are designed with a focus on sustainability and are all electric, featuring solar PV with battery storage, double-glazed windows, and a minimum 7-star NatHERs energy rating. The development is well-connected, with proximity to train stations, the Western Ring Road, Sunshine Hospital, and various local amenities.
Future plans for the site include a pedestrian and vehicle bridge over Stony Creek via Metherall Street, providing a link between LUMA and the existing community, and new commercial and retail precincts featuring a mix of retail outlets such as supermarkets and specialty stores to support the everyday needs of local residents.
Right now, Development Victoria is making home ownership more accessible with its 2.5% upfront deposit offer. Purchasers pay a 2.5 per cent deposit and a further 2.5 per cent up to six months after contract signing.
Development Victoria has appointed SAW Construction to deliver Stage 2 homes who have over 15 years' experience in townhouses construction across Victoria. SAW Constructions are also building the homes in Stage 1 which have surpassed 60 per cent complete.
