This long-term planning project sought to deliver new housing supply and the necessary infrastructure upgrades in Oxenford, to make sure we can meet the needs of our current and future residents.
An initial study identified Oxenford as one of the city's priority investigation areas. We then consulted residents in Oxenford to understand the level of support for future growth within the area.
Council endorsed the Oxenford Investigation Area Preferred Concept Plan (Riversdale A Precinct) in April 2023.
In December 2024, Council noted an updated Preferred Concept Plan for the Riversdale A Precinct, supported by further technical studies. City officers were directed to assess infrastructure costs and prepare an engagement plan with State agencies for infrastructure delivery.
The Oxenford Investigation Area has been the subject of detailed planning, technical studies and community consultation. While significant progress has been made, some essential transport infrastructure requirements remain unresolved, including several major upgrades and improvements to key intersections. Of particular concern are the roads managed by the State Government, as these upgrades are not yet committed, planned or funded.
In July 2025, Council resolved that:
Oxenford Investigation Area Precinct A concept plan
Oxenford Investigation Area staging plan
Identification of investigation areas and preliminary assessment
We identified 18 investigation areas to help meet population targets set in South East Queensland Regional Plan 2009-2031.
Development feasibility investigations and financial feasibility investigations
Integrated Upper Coomera into the City Plan, continued investigations for Oxenford, Parkwood and Mudgeeraba North.
Community engagement
Consulted the community on the proposed structure plan.
Technical studies
Completed technical studies and developed the Sequencing Strategy, draft Concept Plan 2020 and Precinct Plan.
Consulted the community on the draft Concept Plan (Riverside A Precinct) and Sequencing Strategy. Delayed due to COVID.
Undertook further technical studies to amend the draft Concept Plan (Riverside A Precinct) in response to community consultation.
Council resolution
Council does not support the Oxford Investigation Area inform the Local Grown Management Strategy or the new Planning Scheme at this stage.