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New homes in Kennington (Bendigo)
The St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria’s designated housing provider VincentCare Community Housing is partnering with the Homes Victoria-led Big Housing Build to redevelop the current 30 independent living units at St Aiden’s Road.
This is a large site and it is planned to build in stages. Initially building on the vacant land, this will allow existing residents to have the opportunity to move into brand-new accommodation. After that, the existing older properties will be demolished and replaced with additional new dwellings.
We are building 84 new properties, with a mixture of 1- and 2-bedroom homes over several levels.
Note: The Kennington project will be delivered in two stages, allowing the 25 current residents to move into new homes by July 2026. Stage two is forecasted to begin in August 2026, with full completion by November 2027.
What will Kennington look like?
Visual renders for Kennington:
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[UPDATE] 8 AUGUST 2025
With more than 65,000 people on the waiting list for social house, projects like Victoria’s Big Housing Build in Kennington are real, practical action.
VincentCare Community Housing recently welcomed Premier Jacinta Allan to the site we are developing in partnership with Homes Victoria and the Victorian Government—84 brand new apartments and townhouses to replace 30 old social housing units, with a focus on housing people aged 55+, including those at risk of homelessness.
A two-stage build means current residents of the social housing units can move into their new homes before the old ones are demolished—ensuring stability, security and dignity.
These new homes will offer individuals and couples the stability to stay in one place and build lasting community connections in Bendigo.
#SocialHousing #AffordableHousing #CommunityImpact #HousingFirst
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[UPDATE] APRIL 2025
In April 2025, the St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria in partnership with Fairbrother Construction, began building 84 new homes in Kennington, creating pathways out of homelessness and building a brighter future for vulnerable Victorians.
This community-focused development will support people over 55 with 64 one-bedroom apartments, 10 two-bedroom apartments and 10 townhouses.
Residents will enjoy a vibrant hub with shared spaces, green areas and secure bike storage, designed to foster connection and wellbeing.
The Kennington project will be delivered in two stages, allowing the 25 current residents to move into new homes by July 2026. Stage two is forecast to begin in August 2026, with full completion by November 2027.
#SocialHousing #AffordableHousing #CommunityImpact #HousingFirst
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Independent Living Units, Bendigo
Independent Living Units, Bendigo
| 1979 | Blessing and opening of the first section of the St Vincent de Paul Aged Persons Village at Bendigo. The land on which the units were built, being part of the former St Aidan’s Orphanage was donated to the Society by the Diocese of Sandhurst. | ||
| 1980 | Second section of Aged Persons Village opened at Bendigo. | ||
| 1984 | A further 10 units bringing total number to thirty opened at the St Vincent de Paul Aged Persons Village at Bendigo. Six units for aged opened at Maryborough. | ||
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