A regional city north of Brisbane is taking shape and is set to have new developments catering to 70,000 people.
Formerly known as Caboolture West, Waraba is a major greenfield development that could see up to 30,000 new homes over the next 40 years.
The area, 50 minutes north-west of Brisbane’s CBD, is expected to be of a size similar to Mackay and includes five new suburbs of Waraba’s centre, Lilywood, Wagtail Grove, Greenstone and Corymbia.
The Queensland government first announced the Moreton Bay locality as a Priority Development Area (PDA) in July 2024, which is a designated zone of land to deliver development projects.
Waraba is expected to see 30,000 new homes for 70,000 people. Picture: Economic Development Queensland
At the time, Moreton Bay mayor Peter Flannery said the PDA would streamline development processes for communities in each new suburb.
“The Waraba PDA will drive collaboration between all agencies and stakeholders to address critical planning and key infrastructure requirements that City of Moreton Bay has raised are necessary to deliver a well-planned community at Waraba,” Mr Flannery said.
Given the size, new infrastructure, services, parks, schools and housing are all taking shape across the new suburbs.
This includes 970 hectares of public green space, nine state primary schools, four state secondary schools and extensive infrastructure planned for the future.
Here are some new residential developments coming to the suburbs.
Rivermont, Waraba
Waraba’s centre will soon be home to a 175-hectare masterplanned community called Rivermont from developer Stockland.
Stockland's Rivermont is expected to have over 2000 new homes. Picture: realestate.com.au
The development plans for over 2000 homes and a 15-hectare over-50s land lease community, a retail centre with a cafe and convenience store, as well as medical and childcare facilities.
It also features 47 hectares of green spaces, including six local parks covering 3.5 hectares and almost 16 hectares of parkland.
Nearby, residents will find Caboolture Hospital, Morayfield Shopping Centre, train stations and many schools.
Construction officially started in March 2025 with Stockland general manager Queensland development David Laner stating the development will play a role in addressing housing supply in the state.
“For us, it’s about increasing the supply of aspirational and attainable homes with the right infrastructure in place that will support the growing community and the Queensland Government’s housing targets,” Mr Laner said.
The latest release Ambleside has a selection of 17 homesites available.
Aire, Lilywood
Orchard Property Group’s Aire is centrally located in Lilywood, 50 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD or the Sunshine Coast.
Aire features over 200 homesites ranging from 315sqm to 652sqm, providing choice for various homebuyers.
It also boasts easy convenience with its connected neighbourhood providing easy access to local shops, schools, parks and amenities.
Residents will find Morayfield Shopping Centre within a short distance and a host of other stores, cinemas, restaurants and amenities.
In terms of commuting, the Caboolture train station is nearby. By car it’s 10-minutes to the Bruce Highway, linking north to Sunshine Coast and south to Brisbane CBD.
A new land stage is expected to release soon.
Lilywood Landings, Lilywood
Lilywood will see the first masterplanned community built in Waraba with Lilywood Landings.
Creation Homes has house and land packages available in Lilywood Landings. Picture: realestate.com.au
Spanning 70 hectares, Lilywood Landings by Lennium Group will provide 705 lots alongside walking and cycle paths and everyday services such as a convenience store and a childcare centre.
It will also feature almost 20 hectares of parkland along its Caboolture River frontage.
After a successful first land release, Stage 3 within the Meadows precinct is now selling.
Vantage, Lilywood
Developer AVID Property Group recently announced a new land lease community called Vantage Lilywood.
Vantage communities are tailored to over 50s and offer resort-style living in cleverly designed homes.
Announced in March 2025, Vantage Lilywood is set to combine relaxed, coastal-inspired luxury with all the connections and amenities of modern living.
Residents will also have the choice of floorplans and colour schemes in their homes.
Amenities will include a swimming pool, spa, sauna, fitness centre, tennis and pickleball courts. While the clubhouse will have its own private dining room, library, cinema and function space.
The developer is now accepting registrations of interest for properties within the community.
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