Callaghan Campus Student Accommodation

Proposed Callaghan Campus Student Accommodation render
Proposed Callaghan Campus Student Accommodation

Project overview

We are continuing to invest in our Callaghan Campus and we're planning for the delivery of a new student accommodation building.

This development responds to the ongoing demand for student accommodation at the Callaghan Campus, offering safe, secure, and affordable housing that fosters a strong sense of community.

The new student accommodation will feature an eight-storey building with 450 beds. There will be a mix of single studios and clusters, as well as student communal spaces, end of trip and back of house amenities.

Sustainability

With the site located alongside the natural bushland of the campus, the University is placing a strong focus on environmentally responsible design for the new student accommodation.

Technical experts have been engaged to prepare an Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) report, which will help guide the integration of sustainability features into the overall project.

Minimising impacts on local wildlife

Around 75 per cent of trees are being protected and retained, helping preserve the established landscape and natural character of the area.

To help minimise impacts on local wildlife, nesting boxes have been installed across the site for birds and microbats, providing alternative habitat for species that may currently use existing trees for shelter and nesting.

Tree removal has been carefully planned and will be carried out in accordance with environmental management requirements. Appropriate surveys and inspections will be undertaken prior to any clearing works, and any fauna identified will be managed by qualified specialists.

The installation of nesting boxes, together with the retention of the majority of existing trees, will help maintain habitat opportunities for local wildlife while supporting the delivery of the new accommodation building.

Parking

Existing parking for the Rugby Union Club will be shared with the proposed student accommodation building.

Parking capacity will be temporarily reduced during construction, but will ultimately increase overall, including adding 2 accessibility parks and 3 EV charging bays.

Specifically, parking spaces in Car park 10 (Rugby Club car park) and ar park 7C (opposite North Tower between Ring Road and the Hunter Building) will be temporarily removed during construction.

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Project updates

  • October 2025: Regionally Significant Development Application Submitted. Read more here.
  • May 2025: Reginally Significant Development Application approved, marking a significant milestone in expanding on-campus living options for students.
  • August 2026: Contractor awarded for university’s 450-bed student accommodation at Callaghan Campus. Read more here.
  • August 2026: Construction begins on new student accommodation development at Callaghan Campus. Read more here.

Contacting the team:

To find out more regarding the proposed student accommodation, or to share feedback, please contact: engagement@urbis.com.au