Plan Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is entering one of its most important planning phases in over a decade, with the release of the region’s first new Town Plan since 2014. This comprehensive plan sets the framework for development, infrastructure, and community priorities through to 2034, guiding how our region will grow and thrive over the next ten years.

Coupled with an estimated $8.5 – $10 billion in infrastructure investment in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Sunshine Coast is at a defining point in its evolution. This unprecedented level of development will influence land use, housing, transport, and commercial growth, shaping opportunities for residents, businesses, and investors alike.

Industry Expertise & Insights

Andrew Stevens – Director, Project Urban
A leading voice in urban planning and development, Andrew Stevens brings decades of experience delivering major projects across the Sunshine Coast. He will outline the key changes in the new Town Plan, identifying strategic growth areas, infrastructure priorities, and the opportunities these present for developers, investors, and the wider community.

Nerida Conisbee – Chief Economist, Ray White
As one of Australia’s most respected property economists, Nerida Conisbee offers valuable insight into market trends, housing demand, and economic drivers influencing the region. Her analysis connects population growth, property cycles, and the investment climate shaping the Sunshine Coast’s future.

Walker Group – Maroochydore CBD Development
Representing one of the Coast’s largest and most ambitious master-planned projects, Walker Group will provide a developer’s perspective on delivering large-scale projects within the new planning framework. They will share insights on the decade ahead and give an update on recent commercial and residential programs.

Facilitator: Dan Sowden – Principal, Ray White Maroochydore & Buderim

This platform offers forward-looking insights into how land use, population growth, housing, and investment will define the region’s future, supported by the perspectives of leading experts in planning, economics, and development.

Event Details

Date: Friday, 29 August 2025
Time: 12:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Venue: Maroochydore RSL Function Room

**Registration does not guarantee attendance and is subject to confirmation based on available capacity.**