Metricon takes its titan status in home building to a new level after winning a coveted contract to construct 483 affordable homes across Queensland, with the support of the state government’s $2 billion Housing Investment Fund that vows to deliver 5600 affordable homes by June 2027.
Construction is set to begin this month and subsequently create more than 100 employment opportunities at Metricon. The company’s EveryOne Homes division is tasked with constructing the homes as experts in providing social, affordable and accessible housing.
Metricon CEO Brad Duggan says the development will specifically cater to the need for affordable housing in Queensland’s fledgling suburbs. “The development will feature a diverse range of housing options,” he says. “This initiative not only bolsters local employment but also advances Queensland’s housing goals through sustainable and impactful growth.”
Accommodating future communities a key focus
The four primary estates of development – two north and two south of Brisbane – have been judiciously selected for close proximity to public transport routes, community infrastructure and essential services such as schools, hospitals and supermarkets. Couples, individuals and young families will be accommodated through the offering of one-, two- and three-bedroom designs.
EveryOne Homes aims for the estates to eventually play host to a sense of community and togetherness via access to recreational facilities, alongside schools and services that contribute to ongoing social and economic growth.
Economic ripple effect for south-east QLD
Local employment is set to receive a mighty boost with the creation of new jobs under this initiative and generate growth in construction, materials supply and other related sectors.
Duggan emphasises that the impacts of the project extend beyond providing affordable housing with dignity and quality. “It’s about creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and fostering economic growth throughout Queensland,” he says.
Pursuing peak accessibility and inclusivity at every step of the way, the homes will be managed by National Affordable Housing and offered for lease in line with income eligibility and rent-setting guidelines. Metricon promises for the four estates to function as secure and attainable living options for Queenslanders and a force of change in the housing landscape.
Urban planners maintain housing crisis discussions would be remiss to ignore regional areas.
