Big plans for Queenstown’s fastest-growing suburbs
Queenstown locals are being asked to help shape the future of one of the district’s fastest-growing areas - the Southern Corridor between the Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu.
Stretching across Hanley’s Farm, Jack’s Point, and Homestead Bay, the area is expected to support up to 9,300 homes by 2050.
"We’ve seen Te Tapuae Southern Corridor’s population increase by 260% in the last five years alone" QLDC General Manager Strategy & Policy Michelle Morss says. “We’re expecting that growth to continue regardless of whether we’ve planned for it or not."
Developments include a further 2800 sections in Homestead Bay by Hanley's Farm developer RCL, which has already been selected for the Government's new fast-track development pathway.
The council has just published its draft Structure Plan for Te Tapuae Southern Corridor, which looks 30 years ahead and sets out how future neighbourhoods in the corridor could take shape – from where homes, parks and shops go, to how people move around and where services like schools, water, and healthcare are placed.
Residents are encouraged to read the plan and share feedback over the next few weeks.
“This is our opportunity to make sure future development is done the right way – with good transport links, diverse housing, well-placed parks and strong community facilities,” Morss says.
If adopted, the plan could pave the way for:
- A new town centre at Jack’s Point Village
- A mixture of low, medium, and high-density housing
- More frequent bus services and better active transport routes
- A new primary school, parks, sports fields, and reserves
- More local business and retail opportunities
The draft Structure Plan doesn’t change any zoning rules yet – but it will guide how development happens and where Council prioritises infrastructure and investment. Any changes to the District Plan would follow later through a formal process.
For those wanting to learn more or share their views in person, two drop-in sessions are planned:
- Tuesday, 24 June, 2pm–4pm at Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau’s school hall
- Wednesday, 25 June, 6–8pm at Jack’s Point Golf Course Clubhouse
Council staff will be on hand at both sessions to answer questions and gather feedback.
The draft plan, supporting documents, and online submission form are available now at letstalk.qldc.govt.nz/te-tapuae-southern-corridor. Paper summaries can also be picked up at QLDC’s office on Gorge Road.
“This is about making sure our future neighbourhoods are liveable, connected, and reflect the values of our community,” Ms Morss said. “We’re asking residents to help us get it right.”
