Nirimba Community Launch
The Nirimba Community launch event, hosted by Coast2Bay, was a resounding success, bringing together residents and local organisations in an afternoon filled with meaningful connections and community spirit. The event commenced with a traditional Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony led by Undumbi Culture, followed by a delightful afternoon tea, generously supported by Simplee Sweet, who donated beautifully iced [...]
Exciting Progress on Kabi Kabi Aboriginal Corporation’s Housing Project
The Department of Housing has approved the official name of the complex: Mundai Dja [mun-dah jah], which means ‘pretty place’ or ‘home’ in the local Gubbi Gubbi language. This name was selected through engagement with Kabi Kabi members and local traditional owners and will be displayed on a naming plaque at the entrance. Construction, managed by Murphy Builders, is [...]
Cyclone Preparedness – Cyclone Alfred
As Cyclone Alfred approaches South-East Queensland, the Bureau of Meteorology has predicted severe weather conditions, including strong winds and flash flooding. The first thing to be conscious of is to remain calm and be well prepared. We urge all residents to take steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your property. Securing Balcony Items Move or Secure Loose Items: [...]
New complex provides 24 homes to those in need
Coast2Bay's latest development in Aura was completed in December. Funded by the Queensland Government, these 24 new units will help transform lives by providing those in need an affordable, safe and secure place to live. Our new tenants moved into their homes before Christmas. Murphy Builders managed the design and construction of the development with Hollindale Mainwaring Architecture providing their [...]
Coast2Bay Housing Tenants Celebrate Christmas
Across December we held four wonderful Christmas celebrations. Tenants and their families had a chance to connect with each other, our team and enjoy the party. Our Sunshine Coast family party was enjoyed by all; however, the show was stolen by none other than The Grinch! A pinata, hand-made by one of our tenants - it weighed a tonne, and [...]
Stockland’s community grant has helped us change lives
Thank you to Aura - City of Colour, for showcasing the vital work we do to support vulnerable people by producing and sharing this video widely across their national platforms.
Affordable Homes Collaboration
With the rapid growth of the Sunshine Coast, new solutions for affordable housing are desperately needed. Coast2Bay Housing are actively working with the the government, council and industry partners to find sustainable solutions to help meet this demand. Last month, we were proud to be involved in the announcement of 22 new affordable homes for key workers in Marcoola. The [...]
Promoting connection through art
At Coast2Bay Housing we're always looking for ways we can help our tenants connect to their homes and local community. One way we facilitate this is through shared common spaces, such as vege gardens, outdoor seating areas and community rooms. In some of our recent developments we have had the opportunity to integrate artworks into these common areas. Local artist [...]