The future of Port Stanvac is set to take shape with the public release of the site’s Master Plan, outlining a vision for the redevelopment of Adelaide’s southern coastline.

The state government says this milestone heralds the next phase in transforming the former oil refinery into a thriving community hub, blending homes, businesses and open spaces while restoring public access to the coast.

The development will return the site of the fomer oil refinery to the community and see Port Stanvac redeveloped area for a mix of housing, business and community services.

City of Onkaparinga Mayor Moira Were has welcomed the announcement.

“The transformation of Port Stanvac is a unique, one-off opportunity to drive new economic, social and environmental benefits to Onkaparinga and the state.

“Following years of advocacy from the council, community and local businesses, we’re focused on working with the state government and MAB to ensure Onkaparinga’s wishes are front of mind to deliver a balance of affordable housing, industrial land supply and open space, including access to the stunning coastline.”

Around 8,000 people are expected to be able to live in the new Port Stanvac, with an expected economic boost to the local community of $508 million.

The release of the Master Plan coincides with the initiation of a new code amendment that will allow planning to proceed on the development site.

It seeks to officially unlock the 230-hectare area, allowing for up to 3,600 new residential dwellings, including a mix of apartments, townhouses, aged care, serviced accommodation as well as low density allotments.

Approximately 64 hectares of the area will be dedicated to employment uses, including retail and commercial uses within a neighbourhood centre.

The development will also unlock 40 hectares of coastline, with plans to preserve sensitive environmental areas. More than 30 per cent of the site is planned to become open space.

Reynell MP Katrine Hildyard says the release of this master plan is the start of what will be a significant redevelopment for the southern community.

“This proposal opens up one of the most beautiful coastal locations in South Australia. It will be welcomed by O’Sullivan Beach and other nearby residents who have long advocated for access to this stunning beach, as well as for more green space and sporting fields, and housing for their kids and grandkids."

Port Stanvac is close to major transport routes with Lonsdale/ Dyson Road and the Seaford train line including the Lonsdale train station, located immediately east of the site.