Melbourne Airport has unveiled plans for the Elite Park development, an exciting entertainment, leisure and retail precinct.
The 32-hectare site, located between the Tullamarine Freeway and Airport Drive, is expected to support 2,140 jobs across a range of industries that will largely be filled from nearby communities in Hume and Brimbank.
Subject to Federal Government approval, Elite Park will be developed in three stages over approximately nine years, with development due to commence in 2025. The first new tenants are expected to be welcomed by the end of 2026.
Chief of Ground Transport, Property and Retail Jai McDermott said Elite Park is designed to be a destination for work and leisure and an exciting place for the local community.
“Melbourne Airport is more than just an airport. We are building community spaces that create jobs and places where people can spend time with friends and family,” he said.
“Urbnsurf is a great example of this. Australia’s first surf park is now one of the most popular attractions in Victoria, drawing hundreds of thousands of people each year. Elite Park will build on the success of this facility and support the continued growth of the City of Hume as a tourism destination.
“Elite Park will attract a range of tenants, including entertainment and leisure, food and beverage outlets, and large-format retail businesses. One of our expected tenants is Topgolf, who will bring their first facility to Melbourne.
“As well as thousands of jobs, this development i’s expected to create around $246 million in value to the Victorian economy each year, a significant boost for the state.”
The plans for the proposed Elite Park precinct will go on formal public exhibition from 26 September, with the community invited to provide feedback through until 20 December. Further details about Elite Park, public consultation sessions and how to provide feedback are available at https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/community/elite-park-development.