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The Central Precinct Bundaberg
9–11 Quay Street, Bundaberg, QLD
Fixed Rent Returns
Construction Status
Pre-Construction
Property type
Apartments
Units
120
High-Demand Riverside Apartments
1–3 Bedroom Layouts
Bundaberg Central Plaza forms part of The Central Precinct, a large, staged riverside redevelopment positioned along Quay Street overlooking the Burnett River. The project delivers a mix of 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom serviced apartments, premium amenities, and hotel-style facilities integrated across three mid-rise buildings. Designed to operate as a modern hotel and extended-stay accommodation offering, the precinct blends residential comfort with short-stay functionality to serve Bundaberg’s growing tourism, corporate and relocation markets.
According to the latest project brief, the development will include 120 apartments across two primary towers, to be delivered in three stages, with Building C accommodating larger 3-bed and penthouse product subject to market analysis.
Architect:
Interworks Architects
Total Units:
120 apartments across two main towers, delivered over three stages.
Car Parking:
126 secure basement car parks
(80–90 spaces delivered in Stage 2, with additional spaces delivered in Stage 3).
Building Features
Three architecturally designed mid-rise buildings (8–9 levels)
Premium porte-cochère-style arrival zone
Indoor & outdoor restaurants and café options
Plaza-style courtyard between buildings
Outdoor pool overlooking the Burnett River
Fitness centre & wellness / day-spa facilities
Conference centre, function room and business lounge
Housekeeping services and hotel-style reception/lobby
Dedicated laundry services
Secure basement parking with lift access
Riverfront orientation with elevated views
Designed for high standards of sustainability, accessibility and energy performance
Apartment Design
1-bedroom, 2-bedroom & 3-bedroom/penthouse options in Building C (subject to Stage 3 market analysis)
Mix of short-stay and extended-stay layouts
Large balconies with river, CBD, or landscaped outlooks
Modern layouts to support both hotel operation and longer stays
High natural light, ventilation and efficient planning
Suitable for short-stay accommodation, corporate travellers, long-stay guests and relocation markets
Short-Stay & Corporate Guests
Business travellers servicing Bundaberg’s corporate and public-sector activity
Tourism visitors, conferences and event attendees
Digital nomads and short-stay professionals
FIFO/DIDO workers from regional industries
Travellers benefiting from proximity to the CBD, hospital, airport and train station
Long-Stay & Relocation Guests
Medical workers, educators and government staff
Professionals relocating to Bundaberg and seeking interim accommodation
Families requiring 2- or 3-bedroom options
Guests seeking walkability, comfort and amenities for extended visits
Investors
Investors seeking exposure to Bundaberg’s increasing tourism and short-stay demand
Buyers targeting serviced-apartment models with strong occupancy potential
Investors interested in branded accommodation with hotel-style management
Long-term capital growth potential supported by regional population and economic expansion
Owner-Occupiers (select larger units)
Local downsizers seeking riverfront living with access to hotel amenities
Professionals or business owners seeking walkable CBD convenience
Residents wanting high-amenity, low-maintenance living
Situated at 9–11 Quay Street (corner of Targo Street), the development sits directly on the Burnett River and one street from the Bundaberg CBD. The location offers immediate pedestrian access to shopping, government services, medical facilities, transport connections and the riverfront walkway.
Lifestyle Benefits
Riverfront walking and cycling paths
Cafés, dining and retail within short walking distance
Minutes to Bundaberg Hospital, train station and airport
Close to Botanic Gardens, coastal attractions and Mon Repos
Easy access to highways, bridges and regional transport links
Local Growth Drivers
Strong regional investment into tourism, health and education
Rapidly growing visitor numbers (292,100 in 2022 → forecast 802,000 by 2032)
Room demand forecast doubling from 458 rooms to 1,600 by 2032
Supports diverse demand segments including corporate, sporting, cultural and leisure travellers
Development Snapshot
Project Name: Bundaberg Central Plaza – The Central Precinct
Address: 9–11 Quay Street, Bundaberg QLD
Units: 120 total apartments
Buildings: 3 buildings (delivered in 3 stages)
Car Parking: 126 basement carparks
Site Area: 3,760 m²
Zoning: CBD Mixed Use
Amenity Offering: outdoor pool, fitness centre, day spa, business lounge, restaurants, café, conference centre
Key Value Points
Short-stay hotel + serviced apartment model aligned with Bundaberg demand trends
High-demand CBD fringe location with strong year-round visitation
Strong rental return potential driven by tourism, corporate and health-sector demand
Undersupplied market for branded 4-star hotel and serviced accommodation
Located along a formalised riverwalk corridor with future civic improvements
Backed by regional government investment attraction initiatives
Staged development supports scalable delivery and reduced operational risk
Bundaberg is one of Queensland’s fastest-growing regional centres, supported by expanding tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare and education sectors. The Central Precinct leverages this growth by delivering modern hotel-style accommodation with flexible room mixes and premium amenities, positioned on a rare riverfront CBD site.
Key Investment Drivers
Flexible mix of 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom serviced apartments to meet diverse guest demand
Short-stay and extended-stay accommodation supporting tourism and corporate growth
4-star positioning with hotel-style services and amenities
Architect-designed buildings meeting sustainability and performance objectives
Proximity to Bundaberg CBD, transport, medical facilities and attractions
Strong medium-term demand forecast for new hotel supply
Regionally affordable entry pricing compared to SEQ and metropolitan markets
Long-term capital growth potential driven by limited new supply and civic upgrades