The Finocchiaro CLP Government has opened the historic Stella Maris Hostel site for proposals for future activation and investment.
Unlocking this underutilised Crown land will create new opportunities for Territorians and visitors.
This creates potential opportunities for economic growth and local jobs.
Located on the doorstep of the magnificent Darwin Waterfront precinct, the former Stella Maris site, also known as the Roadmasters House, is being offered a new lease of life, now open for Request for Proposals.
This is another example of the Finocchiaro CLP Government continuing to unlock doors for new investment, activation of strategic land and community and business opportunities for Territorians.
The 2,710m2 site at 1 McMinn Street, Darwin, includes the heritage-listed Stella Maris Hostel, along with the Accommodation Block and Social Club buildings, which are currently unoccupied.
Minister for Lands, Planning and Environment Joshua Burgoyne said the Request for Proposals process would help unlock the site’s potential.
“As we continue delivering on our commitment to rebuild the Territory economy, our Government has opened a Request for Proposal process for the Stella Maris site,” Minister Burgoyne said.
“This is an opportunity to reimagine a historic site at the entrance to the Darwin Waterfront and turn it into a destination that benefits the community.
“Rather than giving away crown land assets for free to mates like the previous Labor government did with this site in the leadup to the 2012 election, our Government is providing the community with the opportunity to turn this into a space that will deliver real benefits for Territorians.”
Minister Burgoyne said this was another way the CLP Government was ensuring Crown land was put to good use to create opportunities for Territorians.
To submit ideas through the Request for Proposals process, visit the Lands, Planning and Environment website here.
