You may have seen recent media coverage regarding planning approvals connected to land on our Hills campus site. At this stage, no final development plans have been confirmed and there is no commencement timeline.

Like many organisations, we are exploring future options and approvals to steward our property responsibly for the long term mission of the church and the benefit of the wider community. In due course, as we always do, we will inform our church community clearly and directly should any plans be finalised.

As a church, we have made thoughtful and strategic property decisions in recent years to support the vision God has entrusted to us, including the planting of new churches. Last year, we announced the launch of Hillsong Melbourne South East as part of our commitment to seeing life giving churches established in communities across Australia.

Any proposed plans prioritise the continued servicing of church life, including weekend services and weekday ministries, and are designed not to impact but to enhance our ability to meet the needs of the local community.

Located less than 100 metres from the Norwest Metro station, we are exploring these options in partnership with experienced development partners, with a focus on high quality design, public amenity, and long term community benefit. We will continue to work constructively with the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure and Council as part of this process.