Building safe, secure and affordable homes in Toowoomba
The Princess Street development will provide a mix of social and affordable housing for people and families who need access to safe, secure and affordable accommodation. The development will deliver 185 new homes, including 89 social housing homes and 96 affordable housing homes.
This project is delivered by Mission Australia Housing (MAH), supported by the Queensland Government and the largest MAH project in Queensland to date.
For more than 25 years, Mission Australia has been delivering community services to the people of Toowoomba. Mission Australia Housing is now making a long-term investment in Toowoomba, delivering and managing social and affordable housing that responds to local need and supports people to remain connected to their community.
Our focus is on long-term impact, not short-term fixes, investing in high-quality homes, supported housing models and place-based partnerships that strengthen communities and create lasting outcomes.
Mission Australia is scaling up the delivery of social, affordable and supported housing, guided by our 2030 Strategy, which recognises that a safe, secure home is the foundation for wellbeing and long-term stability.
Artist’s impression of the Mission Australia Housing development on Princess Street, Toowoomba, featuring contemporary apartment buildings and landscaped streetscapes.
Commonly asked questions from community members
Demand for housing continues to grow across Toowoomba, while housing affordability and rental availability remain significant challenges for many people. The development responds to an identified need for additional housing options in the region.
Residents may include older people, single people, couples, families, workers on low to moderate incomes and people who are eligible for social housing. The development has been designed to accommodate a diverse range of households.
Residents are not selected by neighbours, community groups or local organisations. Social housing residents are allocated from the Queensland Governments Housing Register, managed by the Department of Housing and Public Works, while affordable housing residents are assessed against eligibility requirements and housing criteria by Mission Australia Housing.
Yes. Mission Australia Housing is a nationally registered Community Housing Provider and will manage the property, maintain the building and support a positive living environment for residents and neighbours.
Yes. All residents are required to comply with tenancy agreements and building rules, just as they would in any other residential development.
Mission Australia Housing is committed to building strong communities through community development, resident engagement and ongoing relationship-building with local stakeholders and neighbours.
Want to talk to us about the development?
For enquiries about the Princess Street development, including project updates and community information, please contact our team.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Social housing is designed for people with the highest housing needs, with housing allocated to eligible households off the Queensland Governments Housing Register, managed by the Department of Housing and Public Works. Affordable housing is for people and families on low to moderate incomes who may not qualify for social housing but are experiencing difficulty accessing housing in the private market.
Eligibility for social housing is determined by the Queensland Government. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria related to income, assets, residency and housing need.
Applications for social housing must be made through the Queensland Government. More information on applying for social housing in Queensland can be found here.
No - Social housing applications in Queensland are managed through the Queensland Governments Housing Register, managed by the Department of Housing and Public Works. Mission Australia Housing receives referrals through this process.
Mission Australia Housing works to create communities where people can thrive. Depending on individual circumstances and local service arrangements, residents may be connected with appropriate support services and community programs.
The development will include a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom homes to accommodate a range of household sizes and needs.
Applications for affordable housing will be made directly through Mission Australia Housing. Information about eligibility requirements, application dates and available homes will be published closer to resident intake.