The New North comprises of the suburbs Koondoola, Girrawheen, Westminster and Balga and is among the largest urban renewal and beautification projects in Australia involving the refurbishment of over 4,000 dwellings and the creation of 3,500 housing lots.and the creation of 3,500 housing lots.
It started with beautiful, landscaped streets, parks and walkways, improved playing fields and facilities for a new family community that prides itself on ownership of its environment.
In consultation with the residents, new programs of community involvement have embraced everyone from seniors to teenagers and from all backgrounds.
Attractive new entry statements in major road areas, along with the planting of new trees and shrubs, have changed the look and feel of the area to one of a true garden suburb that families are proud to call home.
The New North is also about increased private home ownership.
The partnership of Government agencies with local authorities, developers and the local community is giving existing and new residents the opportunity to own their own family home.
Private, affordable home ownership is the backbone of The New North program as it fosters a strong sense of community spirit and pride.
Older, neglected properties are being totally renovated and refurbished while new estates and residences are being created to a new high quality standard.
The New North is all about '?building better communities'? and concerns far more than just beautification, refurbishment and development.
The New North is also about community-involved programs, programs that are helping in the development and expansion of local organisations, clubs and small businesses.
There is also the use of high-profile sporting stars as role models to work with the local schools and sporting teams, as well as in family programs and events.
All of this is contributing to building a better community by raising the standards and values of the entire locality.
From Balga to Girrawheen, Koondoola to Westminster, the basic family principles of a safe and caring community are being reborn; in the home, in local halls, on sporting fields and in shops and businesses of The New North.
There is a new sense of pride and enthusiasm in the neighbourhood as once old and tired communities find new life and vigour in what is being hailed as Australia'?s largest ever urban renewal project.
The New North are unique inasmuch as they are rejuvenated areas which are surrounded by exceptionally well established community resources and facilities.
As a consequence, residents of these wonderful New Living areas can enjoy the many fresh, new improvements and all the existing shops, medical facilities, parks, sporting clubs, schools and other community resources most brand new suburbs don't have for years.
For more information visit www.landstart.com.au or contact Allan Press on allanp@satterley.com.au