Sustainability
At Stockland, sustainability is more than a commitment—it’s a core part of how communities like Aura are planned and developed. Through thoughtful land management, innovative environmental initiatives, and a focus on reducing ecological impact, Stockland is creating vibrant spaces that support both people and nature.
Known as the City of Colour, Aura stands out as a leader in sustainable urban living. With thousands of native Australian trees, abundant green corridors, and interconnected walking and cycling paths, the community encourages residents to embrace an active, outdoor lifestyle while living harmoniously with nature.
Aura offers residents access to hundreds of hectares of open green space. Mark Stephens, Stockland’s Senior Environment and Community Development Manager, highlights Aura as a model of sustainable community development not just within Stockland’s portfolio but across Australia.
“Aura is designed around nature. Every aspect of the city reflects careful conservation planning to protect this beautiful part of the Sunshine Coast for generations,” Stephens explains.
Aura’s green identity stems from meticulous urban planning and collaboration among builders, landscape architects, and town planners. Place Design Group, one of the landscape architecture teams, has played a key role in shaping Aura’s lush environment:
Native planting is prioritised to ensure vegetation thrives with minimal maintenance, promoting long-term sustainability and reducing environmental impact. Place Design Group reports that over 97% of vegetation planted across Aura is native, creating diverse habitats and resilient green spaces.
The abundance of native plants and green spaces in Aura is designed to enhance community wellbeing, providing areas for relaxation, recreation, and connection with the natural environment. By integrating conservation with urban development, Aura sets a benchmark for sustainable living while protecting local ecosystems.
With its strong focus on sustainability, conservation, and liveability, Aura truly lives up to its reputation as a green city. Stockland continues to ensure that every aspect of the community contributes to a vibrant, environmentally responsible future.
Aura has been meticulously designed to harmonise with its unique natural surroundings, offering glimpses of the majestic Glasshouse Mountains and providing easy access to the vibrant beaches of Caloundra and the serene Pumicestone Passage.
At Aura, sustainability isn’t just a box to check—it’s a fundamental value that guides every decision we make.
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