Thursday, 5 March 2026

 John MULLAHY (Glen Waverley) (17:28): (1574) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Housing and Building. The recent announcement regarding more homes near the future Suburban Rail Loop stations presents a significant opportunity for communities like Glen Waverley. Just as the Metro Tunnel and the West Gate Tunnel are reshaping how Victorians move around our state, the Suburban Rail Loop will transform not only how we travel but how and where we live. It is not simply a transport project; it is a city-shaping housing project as well. Last week the Allan Labor government announced that through the development facilitation program, planning approval has been secured for 795 new homes on Springvale Road in Glen Waverley, within walking distance of the future SRL station. This development will deliver a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments; basement parking; and new retail space, increasing housing choice in one of Melbourne’s most sought after suburbs. Importantly, the project will deliver affordable housing, including 30 dwellings proposed to be gifted to an organisation that provides low-cost housing for women at risk of homelessness, often due to family violence. It will also provide approximately 4000 square metres of retail and commercial floor space to support local jobs and services, along with around 1000 square metres of public realm upgrades, ensuring the precinct grows in a way that strengthens the broader community.

People want to live in Glen Waverley because it offers exactly what modern communities are looking for: established amenities, transport connectivity, a thriving local economy and the best schools in Victoria. Delivering new homes within walking distance of these assets ensures that more Victorians can share in those opportunities. The action I seek from the minister is to visit Glen Waverley to see firsthand the housing opportunities presented by the Suburban Rail Loop precinct and to discuss how we can continue delivering more homes that are affordable, livable and well designed. I look forward to welcoming the minister to Glen Waverley and working together to ensure our community continues to thrive as we deliver the next generation of housing to all Victorians.