As many as 8000 new residents could live in this redeveloped area that is being rejuvenated to make way for businesses, community services and new homes.
The South Australian government has released the Port Stanvac masterplan, which aims to transform the southern coastline area of Adelaide.
The former oil refinery, roughly 25km to Adelaide’s south, ceased operations in 2003 and will now make way for a new community for an expected 8000 new residents.
The site was identified as part of the draft Greater Adelaide Regional Plan as an opportunity to mix new housing, employment areas and public spaces for an area the government describes as one of the few “strategic infill locations” in Adelaide’s southern suburbs.
This is due to the geographical challenges of the coastline and proximity to the protected McLaren Vale.
The amendment could allow 3600 new homes in the redeveloped Port Stanvac. Picture: South Australian government
The release of the masterplan coincides with the Proposal to Initiate the Port Stanvac Mixed Use Code Amendment to bring planning to life for the site.
This new amendment seeks to unlock 230 hectares, allowing for 3600 new homes including apartments, townhomes, aged care and low-density dwellings.
SA minister for housing and urban development Nick Champion said the project is one example of repurposing underutilised land for new communities.
“We are committed to ensuring that this development not only delivers homes and jobs, but also returns a beautiful stretch of our coastline to the community for everyone to enjoy,” Mr Champion said.
“With the initiation of this code amendment, the new Port Stanvac goes from being a concept to a work in progress.”
In late 2024, developer MAB and site owner Exxon Mobil announced plans to use the full site for new homes, open spaces, employment and community facilities, as well as redeveloping beach access to the currently inaccessible part of the coastline.
To do this, 40 hectares of coastline could be utilised for beach access, with the government expecting $8.5 million each year in benefits to the local community.
Member for Black Alex Dighton said the preservation of the coastline will bring benefits to surrounding communities.
“The preservation and public access to 40 hectares of coastline including a spectacular beach is a very exciting development for our community,” Mr Dighton said.
“The 3600 residential dwellings with a mixture of residential types will provide important housing supply in the South particular for residents who looking to downsize.”
Approximately 64 hectares of the area will also be dedicated to employment uses, including retail and commercial uses within a new neighbourhood centre.
Port Stanvac is close to major transport routes along Lonsdale and Dyson Road as well as the Seaford train line, located right next to the eastern side of the site.
More than 30% of the site is also expected to become open space.
MAB anticipates that first residents will be ready to move in during 2028.
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