In a bid to tackle regional housing pressures and support essential services, five new modular homes are set to rise in Nebo, backed by funding from the Crisafulli Government to help Isaac Regional Council attract and retain key workers.
The homes will feature two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private open space, a covered carport, and a small garden shed.
Designed to maximise the potential of the lot, the new homes will help address the shortage of accommodation for council staff and support the delivery of essential services in the region.
Isaac Regional Council will use modular construction and a full turnkey model to reduce construction timeframes, manage supply risks, and deliver a more cost-effective housing solution for the regional community.
The Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program (LGGSP) 2024-28, with the Crisafulli Government, is providing 60 per cent or $1,691,182 of the total project cost of $2,818,636.
Member for Burdekin Dale Last said the project would drive recruitment, helping attract and retain workers who were not able to be recruited locally by the council.
“Using a modular, turnkey approach allows faster delivery and better value for money, which is particularly important for regional communities where traditional builds can face delays and cost pressures,” Mr Last said.
Isaac Regional Council Mayor Kelly Vea Vea said the grant funding responded to a critical housing need in the area.
“Access to quality housing is critical for regional towns like Nebo. These homes will make it easier to attract skilled workers to the region,” Mayor Vea Vea said.
“This funding will have long-term benefits for our community and support our ability to meet the needs of our communities by continuing to deliver essential services in the region.”
For more information about the LGGSP, visit www.localgovernment.qld.gov.au/for-councils/grants/current-programs/local-government-grants-and-subsidies-program.
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