Magill

Combining the beauty of nature and the warmth of community, the acquisition of the UniSA Magill campus offers a tremendous opportunity to plan for future residential development that aligns with community needs and aspirations.

Development of the 14.62-hectare site, straddling St Bernards Road, will be guided by high-level development principles to best realise the state’s ambitions around innovation, and growth. These include:

• Enhanced open space and tree canopy
• Improved amenity
• Increased housing supply within inner metro areas with links to public transport
• Diversity of housing typologies including affordable housing
• Integration with surrounding community
• Sustainable design principles
• Cultural and heritage preservation including continued use of Local Heritage (Murray House)

The community will be actively engaged in developing a future vision for a high-quality residential development, with a mix of housing types, supported by a range of community, and recreational facilities. Front of mind will be the retention of the local heritage building Murray House, which will be preserved and incorporated into any future project.

Significant environmental and cultural elements, such as Third Creek and the extensive tree canopy, will also play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the site.

The vision also extends beyond the project’s borders. By fostering pedestrian-friendly pathways and enhancing connectivity to nearby amenities, shops and services, it aims to forge strong bonds within the broader community, allowing neighbours to thrive, grow, and connect.

Embracing the surrounding tree canopy, the Magill development will seek to seamlessly integrate with the natural environment, offering residents a tranquil retreat from the frenetic pace of city life. The design will prioritise environmental stewardship, from energy-efficient architecture to green spaces that encourage outdoor recreation and communal gatherings.

A Code Amendment process is expected to begin in the middle of next year to rezone up to 14.62 hectares of land at Magill comprising the Magill Campus site, which was transferred to Renewal SA's landbank as part of the university merger between The University of Adelaide and UniSA.

This process will be preceded by a structure planning process and the preparation of structure plan for the site, and development of the vision and objectives for the future development of the site. Subject to the structure planning process which will involve the consideration and treatment of the existing heritage features on site, the land to the east of St Bernards Road may be available for development as early as the end of 2026.

Renewal SA will be seeking private sector leadership and participation at the appropriate time to deliver on future development at this site.

Renewal SA will engage consistently and meaningfully with all stakeholders and engagement with the local community. A staged approach is being taken, with the initial engagement, in November, focusing on the government’s high-level vision, key attributes and opportunities for the site.

While housing is planned as a key component of any future development to meet community needs, Renewal SA is mindful of community concerns, particularly the local environment and the future of Murray House. Significant elements, such as Third Creek and the existing tree canopy, will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the site.

Feedback from the engagement will help guide the structure planning process and the preparation of structure plan for the site, ahead of further engagement in early-mid 2025.

This approach will ensure that the structure planning process thoughtfully balances the need for housing supply, whilst considering neighbouring community assets and plans for public open space and other amenities for the site.

Magill Campus community drop-in sessions

You are invited to share your views at our community drop-in sessions to:

• view and provide feedback on the high-level vision, key attributes and opportunities for the site
• meet and talk with Renewal SA project team members and consultants
• view and learn how you can also provide feedback online anytime between 9 November – 1 December 2024.

When and where

Choose from two sessions:

• Saturday 9 November 2024 from 11 am - 2 pm
• Tuesday 12 November 2024 from 4 pm - 7 pm

Venue address: Student Lounge Cafeteria (building A), UniSA Magill Campus

To secure your preferred time to attend the community drop-in sessions, bookings are recommended. You can book at Humanitix.

For assistance with securing your booking please call Renewal SA on 1800 993 439.

Alternatively, you will be able to provide your feedback online anytime between 9 November – 1 December 2024 via Social Pinpoint. You will be able to access the online community engagement from 9 November 2024 at renewalsa.mysocialpinpoint.com.