Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Southern River Business Park now in business

 Southern River Business Park now in business | City of Gosnells

🏗️ Southern River Business Park officially open

  • Lots in the 21‑hectare commercial and light industrial subdivision are now available for development.

  • This is the largest commercial project ever undertaken by the City of Gosnells.

💬 Mayor Terresa Lynes’ key messages

  • The project is the culmination of years of planning.

  • It will deliver a major economic boost and create local employment opportunities.

  • The business park is expected to generate significant profits that will directly fund community infrastructure.

  • Releasing a commercial park of this scale is unusual for a local government.

📦 Subdivision details

  • 51 lots ranging from 1,211 m² to 6,456 m².

  • Land buyers are eager to begin construction quickly.

📈 Population growth context

  • Southern River’s population is currently ~17,000.

  • Forecast to more than double to ~36,500 by 2046.

  • Growing population will increase demand for commercial infrastructure, making the business park strategically important.

🌿 Environmental features

  • Includes three large public open spaces.

  • These areas act as buffers for nearby wetlands and preserve high‑value natural vegetation.