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In the upcoming TUD Residential Developer Summit series, we’ll hear from Senior Development Manager of YourLand, James Saunders, who will be unpacking how planning, engineering and community engagement align in high-performance suburban placemaking, specific to Society 1056.

In Melbourne’s western growth corridor, YourLand Developments are delivering one of Victoria’s most ambitious masterplanned communities—Society 1056. The 105.6ha estate will comprise 1310 residential lots, a government primary school, community facilities, and 9ha of open space, including a network of bike paths, shaded walkways, and Miyawaki-style microforests.

What sets the project apart is its all-electric framework and more than 100 ESD initiatives: from 5kW solar rebates to light-coloured road surfaces designed to mitigate heat. With a focus on walkability, climate resilience, and cost-of-living benefits for future residents, Society 1056 offers a case study in how greenfield development can lead, rather than lag, on sustainability.

Read the full TUD piece: Three Residential Projects Shaping Urban Conversation | The Urban Developer