Lake Macquarie Unlocked: Growth, Grants & Game-Changers with Mayor Adam Shultz

Newcastle Unlocked – Lake Macquarie's Growth, Density & Development Future with Mayor Adam Shultz Lake Macquarie is one of the fastest-growing regions in the Hunter, with an additional 38,000 people forecast by 2046 and a clear strategic direction now shaping how that growth will unfold. In this episode, Brent Sinclair sits down with Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam Shultz to unpack the region's planning framework, housing challenges, and the opportunities emerging for developers and investors. From housing diversity and density to infrastructure, incentives and major growth corridors, this conversation provides a clear view of where Lake Macquarie is heading over the next decade. What we cover: Population growth trends and why Lake Macquarie continues to attract migration How shifting demographics are driving demand for new housing type Council's Local Strategic Planning Statement and what it means for development Developer contribution reductions and incentives to stimulate housing supply Key strategic centres including Charlestown, Glendale, Belmont and Morisset Emerging growth areas like Cockle Creek and the north-west corridor The role of infrastructure, including transport-oriented development and rail Repurposing former mining land and what it unlocks for future development How Council is working with State and neighbouring regions to support growth Why Lake Macquarie presents a compelling opportunity for developers and investors The 10-year outlook and what success looks like for the region Hit play to stay ahead of the curve in Lake Macquarie and the broader Hunter region. Join Brent on Instagram as he shares regular content from his podcasts, along with up to date news on the Commercial Property space in the Hunter.  Find Knight Frank Newcastle at: Instagram LinkedIn Youtube Knight Frank Website   Videography & editing courtesy of BC Images Instagram BC Images Website