Opal Cove Village is the ultimate experience in coastal living and is set in the award winning Opal Cove Resort just north of Coffs Harbour. DA approved for 53 architecturally designed townhouses, this most exclusive beachfront development represents the perfect destination, with flexibility ranging from permanent residency to holiday letting and excellent hotel management available to manage your investment. Opal Cove Estate was developed by a team of leading consultants including architects, urban planners, engineers, environment experts and landscape architects.
Use rights to Opal Cove Resort’s first class facilities forms part of the proposed entitlements of the project included in the strata fees. These facilities, located in an absolute beachfront setting, allow you to do as much or as little as you choose. Facilities such as heated swimming pools, 4 floodlit tennis courts, 9 hole par 3 golf course, Horizons Bar and Restaurant and, of course, a concierge for all your needs are there and waiting.
Located amongst Australia’s best fishing spots, Solitary Islands Marine Reserve, pristine surfing beaches, the waterfalls and the world famous Dorrigo Rainforest and Bonville International Golf Course, Opal Cove Estate offers the perfect life style you’ve been dreaming of.
Substantial civil infrastructure and site work preparation is completed and ready for the easy construction of 53 residential dwellings.
Council contributions have been paid in full.
Coffs Harbour was voted the most liveable city in the world for a population up to 75,000 people (2007) and is the absolute perfect destination. With major airlines and regular daily flights, Coffs Harbour is the most accessible regional city in New South Wales and possibly the best!
Coffs Harbour – Regional Overview – April 2012
Coffs Harbour sits in a unique position where the Great Dividing Range descends from the inland plateau to meet the Australian East Coast. Offshore are the Solitary Islands where the warm tropical currents meet the temperate waters from the south. In-between the forested hills and sparkling blue waters lies the sub-tropical city of Coffs Harbour, which is a mid north coast NSW city situated 552 kilometres north of Sydney and 431 kilometres south of Brisbane. It is well serviced by road, rail and sea and has a jet airport.
The Coffs Harbour Local Government Area (LGA) has a population of approximately 70,000 with an annual growth rate of 1.9% per annum. The population is concentrated to the urban areas with 59.4% of residents living in Coffs Harbour, Toormina, Sawtell and Boambee East (Source: ABS 24th April 2009), with expansion proposed in the Northern Beaches area and Bonville.
It has the largest industrial infrastructure between Newcastle and the Gold Coast and a strong primary industry based on banana production, cattle, timber and fishing. Tourism and in recent times, sport-based tourism, is a major growth industry for the area. The Formula One World Rally Event is held each year in Coffs Harbour and there is current discussion regarding hosting the Surf Life Saving Annual Event on the main beach. The city has a good variety of accommodation ranging from budget facilities to up market resort-style properties, coupled with some world class sporting facilities.
As a regional centre the facilities that are available include theatre, regional library, music conservatorium, regional gallery, movie theatres, restaurants, car dealerships, industrial complexes, fishing club, yacht club, safe harbour, university, TAFE, regional airport with daily flights to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Coffs Harbour Base Hospital, Baringa Private Hospital, regional shopping complexes and sporting facilities such as BCU Stadium. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coffs_Harbour)
Infrastructure and Facilities
Airport
The jet airport is one of the largest and busiest regional airports in NSW with flights from Coffs Harbour to Sydney being 1 hour flight time. Qantas has 40 return flights to Sydney each week, Sunshine Express has 25 flights to Brisbane weekly and Virgin Blue has 13 return flights to Sydney each week and a weekly direct service to Melbourne.
Coffs Harbour Airport has approval for a $ 5.0 million upgrade and Council are in discussion with various airlines regarding a proposal to fly direct services to Karatha in Western Australia to provide a ‘fly in fly out’ base in Coffs Harbour for mining industry workers which will include a stopover in Tamworth to accommodate the Gunnedah Basin coal and gas projects. Council has advised they reached 85% of agreement at April 2012.
An independent operator has commenced services to mining districts in February 2012. (http://www.coffsharbourairport.com/)
Hospitals/Specialists
The $80 million Coffs Harbour Health Campus is a comprehensive regional centre for Health Services with further expansion underway. The 226 bed Coffs Harbour Health Campus was completed in 2001 and offers a wide range of care. Recent upgrades have been completed with government funding for increased facilities to accommodate the expected population increase by 2020 with retirees looking for adequate health facilities. (http://www.ncahs.nsw.gov.au/services/results_detailed.php?serviceid=517)
Extensive specialists, GP and alternate therapy practitioners are located in the region. The newly completed Specialist Medical Centre is located beside the hospital and is a very welcome addition to the region. Such a facility in Coffs Harbour is a major draw card to retirees knowing specialist medical services are available. (http://specialistmedicalcentre.com.au/)
The 80 bed Baringa Private Hospital offers medical, surgical, obstetric and rehabilitation services, recently extending with 4 new operating theatres http://www.baringaprivate.com.au/
Health facilities are a key factor when retirees are considering relocating especially when it comes to the travel distance to a facility and what specialists are available. Travel time up to one hour from the facility is generally acceptable as this could easily represent a similar travel time in a capital city.
Community/ Entertainment
A seaside village atmosphere
Award winning restaurants / Cafe strips
Growers’ markets / Organic produce / Fresh seafood
Relaxation spas / Natural therapies / Retreats
Rainforests to explore and waterfalls to enjoy in the Great Diving Range
8 major regional shopping centres with boutique shopping in surrounding towns of Sawtell, Bellingen and Dorrigo
Park Beach Plaza current expansion includes a Myer Store and multi level car park
(http://www.parkbeachplaza.com.au/)
Gowings Bros Limited has recently purchased the Palms Centre Shopping complex in the CBD and is commencing a major upgrade in 2012. Gowings also own Moonee Beach Shopping Centre
Home Base Shopping precinct: (http://www.parkbeachhomebase.com.au/)
International standard, award winning Bonville International Golf Course
The historic Jetty Memorial Theatre and Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium of Music
183 berth Coffs Harbour Marina with plans to double capacity
15 nationally recognised music, art and creativity festivals
10 art galleries and 15 produce community and craft markets
Natural Environment
On your doorstep – surfing, ocean swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, kite surfing, beach, rock and estuary fishing, 4WD beach access, whale and dolphin watching, hinterland bushwalking, mountain biking 44 unspoilt beaches, 37 state forests, 15 National parks and reserves, 5 magnificent rivers 84,000 ha of world heritage forest area and 87,000 ha of world heritage Solitary Islands marine park being the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef.
Technology / Industry
Numerous professionals have, and are, settling on this inviting stretch of coast. Technology allows remote working to be a reality – harnessing the advantages of workplace flexibility. The introduction of the National Broadband Network to Coffs Harbour commencing in 2012 will further enhance opportunities for individuals and industry to relocate to the area. Commuting to Sydney/Brisbane is relatively easy with a one hour commute time. Semi-retirement, with easy access to city work; many have now found the perfect balance for career and life values.
Isles Industrial Estate is one of six industrial estates in the area with expansion available.
(http://www.islesindustrial.com.au/index.php#location1)
Road Transport System
Pacific Highway upgrades have commenced in the last six years to achieve a dual lane freeway from Brisbane to Sydney. Brisbane to Ballina (including Ballina by Pass) is completed and initial works and acquisitions have commenced for the Ballina to Woolgoolga upgrade. Coffs Harbour to Woolgoolga upgrade is currently being constructed and will be completed in December 2013.
These upgrades when complete will put travel time from Coffs Harbour to the Gold Coast in approximately 3 hours and provide a safer easier access to Grafton Ballina and Byron Bay.
Coffs Harbour to Urunga has been completed and commencement of the Urunga to Kempsey upgrade commences in 2013. Coupled with upgrades north of Newcastle access to Sydney from Coffs Harbour will become easier and safer. Towns south of Coffs Harbour such as Nambucca Heads, Macksville, South West Rocks and Kempsey will have greater access to the facilities provided from the regional centre – Coffs harbour.
Regional Growth
Coffs Harbour telephone exchange upgrade is nearing completion for the changeover to National Broadband Network. The benefits of NBN to the Coffs Harbour region will attract industry investment to the area.
Grattan Institute has issued a report on regional growth for Australia. Page 15 of the report outlines the predictions for NSW with Coffs Harbour being named as one of three growth centre’s for NSW. (http://www.grattan.edu.au/pub_page/086_report_regional_development.html)
The NSW Department of Planning have issued the growth strategies for the area which indicate a further 30,000 residents by 2030. (http://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/plansforaction/pdf/fs_mncrs_overall_region.pdf)
Summary
The infrastructure is in place to accommodate future expansion of the city and population increases to the region. Medical specialist’s numbers are increasing and we now have a radiation therapy unit planned. DA approval has been granted for the construction of a Myer Store to compliment the Park Beach Plaza shopping centre which demonstrates a level of confidence in the area. Gowings Shopping Centre upgrades are another sign of confidence.
An upgrade of the Coffs Harbour Jetty and harbour precinct is expected to move forward soon providing additional restaurants, shopping and boardwalk facilities. NBN will provide multiple opportunities for business and education sectors. Airport could soon become the Eastern Seaboard fly in – fly out centre for the NSW and WA mining workers. Investment in the area could be considered a very prudent strategic decision.
DA Approved 53 lot beachfront subdivision
Substantial civil infrastructure already in place.
Bulk excavation complete.
Council contributions paid.
Adjoins dunal beachfront reserve
Opal Cove Resort use rights under the proposed strata:
* 9 hole golf course
* 4 floodlit tennis courts
* Resort swimming pool
* Gymnasium
* Restaurant and bar