Families Look to Waraba as Rivermont Community Begins Construction
Not long ago, Waraba was best known for its wide paddocks, quiet roads and views out to the D’Aguilar ranges. But in early 2025, diggers rolled in and boots hit the ground as work began on a new kind of neighbourhood — one designed for the thousands of Queenslanders looking for space, connection and a place to call home.
Stockland’s Rivermont community is officially under construction, bringing more than 2,000 homes to a part of the Moreton Bay Region that’s fast becoming one of South East Queensland’s most sought-after areas to live.
A Region Ready for Change
Waraba sits just west of Caboolture and Morayfield, 49 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD. Not long ago, it was declared a Priority Development Area by the Queensland Government — a signal that this patch of land was ready for long-term growth.
By 2041, it’s expected Waraba will be home to more than 70,000 people in 30,000 dwellings, supported by new schools, parks and employment hubs. With that vision in mind, Stockland has taken the first steps to shape what living in Waraba could look like.
Rivermont will be one of the first major neighbourhoods to take root in this landscape. Spread across 175 hectares, the community will include parks, walking tracks, local shops, and a mix of home sizes — from compact lots to larger family blocks — with the first release of land starting from $282,700.
What Rivermont Means for Future Residents
This housing development is being planned as a neighbourhood where people can settle in for the long term. That means more than streets and houses. Stockland has committed to delivering six local parks and 47 hectares of open green space across the community. These spaces are designed to bring people together — with playgrounds, walking paths and areas for weekend sport or quiet Sunday mornings.
A neighbourhood retail centre is in the works too, with a café, convenience store, medical services and a childcare centre included in the plan. And for those thinking ahead to retirement, there’s a Halcyon community coming for over-50s, built within Rivermont but tailored for a different pace of life.
If you’re imagining how your family might fit into that future, Stockland Rivermont has already released its first land stages — and early interest has been strong. First settlements are expected as early as August this year, with homes ready to build on by late 2025.
Building More than Homes
David Laner from Stockland said the company’s goal is to offer Queenslanders more than just a place to live — they want Rivermont to meet people where they are in life. That means delivering homes for first-home buyers, families who need more space, and downsizers looking for a quieter chapter.
He said the affordability of land was a key factor, with prices starting below $300,000 — well under the regional median — making it more achievable for a wider range of people. And as more homes go up, the local economy stands to benefit too. Independent research suggests the Rivermont project will inject $573.6 million into Queensland during its build, and $10.9 million each year through long-term operations.
Peter Flannery, Mayor of Moreton Bay, said developments like this are key to solving the housing pressures the region is facing. He said Rivermont is a sign of things to come for Waraba — a mix of housing, open space and planning designed to grow with the community.
The Start of Something New
The machines have started up and the soil has turned — but for families planning a move or looking to build their first home, the journey is only just beginning. Waraba may be a new name on the map for many, but it won’t stay quiet for long. With its connection to transport, nearby schools, open green space and future-focused planning, Rivermont is poised to become the starting point for thousands of new stories.
