The PDA Plan
What Is Planned
A snapshot of the eight main planning subjects that shape the future of the Southern Thornlands PDA. Each section below gives the headline picture, then links to the full page for maps, detail and source information.
Eight planning subjects
A snapshot of the Southern Thornlands PDA plan
Use these summaries to understand the scale and purpose of each part of the plan, then open the detailed page for the full map and explanation.
Residential
Future neighbourhoods
The Urban Living area is intended to accommodate most future housing, with different housing types and densities across the PDA.
Explore ResidentialShopping Centres
One District Centre and three Local Centres
The centre network is intended to provide shopping, services and activity close to the new neighbourhoods.
Explore Shopping CentresIndustry & Enterprise
Two planned employment areas
Future employment land is concentrated in two parts of the PDA for industry, enterprise and business activity.
Explore Industry & EnterpriseRoads & Transport
A future connectivity network
The plan shows the broad road connections expected as development occurs, together with road-design and active-transport intentions.
Explore Roads & TransportSewer & Water Treatment
Progressive sewer rollout
New sewer mains, pump stations and connections to the wider sewer system are planned to service the developing area over time.
Explore Sewer RolloutParks & Open Space
Local and district parks
The park program includes neighbourhood recreation parks, a District Recreation Park and a District Sports Park.
Explore Parks & Open SpaceSchools
Three future state schools
The plan also supports future intensification of the existing Sheldon College campus as the PDA grows.
Explore SchoolsEnvironment
Habitat, green space and waterways
Environmental planning is intended to maintain ecological connections and shape how development responds to habitat and waterways.
Explore Environment