Victorian Government Reveals 25 New High-Density Housing Zones in Melbourne

The plan targets areas near public transport hubs, aiming to address housing affordability and add 300,000 homes by 2051.

The Victorian government has announced 25 additional 'activity centres' in Melbourne for high-density housing development, bringing the total to 60 locations.
New zones include affluent suburbs like South Yarra and Prahran, as well as areas along key train and tram lines such as Brunswick, Thornbury, and Dandenong.
The government plans to streamline planning processes and implement zoning changes to encourage residential construction near public transport hubs.
Community consultation will begin for the newly announced locations later this year, with planning rules expected to be finalized by early 2026.
The Opposition has criticized the plan, arguing it threatens neighborhood character and fails to address housing challenges in regional Victoria.