Mandalay Precinct

Proposal:

The Department is exhibiting a Rezoning Proposal from Homes NSW for the Mandalay Sub-Precinct, located within the broader Nowra Riverfront Precinct in the Shoalhaven LGA.

The Mandalay Sub-Precinct Rezoning Proposal aims to amend the Shoalhaven Local Environmental Plan 2014 to allow for:

• More than 530 new homes close to the new Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital, Nowra Library, Nowra Aquatic Centre and the Nowra Local Centre.
• A minimum of 30 per cent social and affordable housing across Homes NSW-owned sites (approximately 100 social and affordable homes).
• Increase the building height limit from 2 storeys to between 3-6 storeys.
• The potential for new restaurants and cafes along the Nowra waterfront.

Flood Impact and Risk Assessments have been prepared for the Nowra Riverfront Precinct, which also includes the Mandalay Sub-Precinct. The Department and Shoalhaven City Council have also committed to jointly fund a study to further investigate sewer and water servicing capacity in both precincts.

Feedback received during the exhibition will help determine any changes to the proposed zoning and controls prior to finalisation. 

The Department is responsible for exhibiting the documents, gathering feedback and assessing the final plans. 

Submit your feedback below until 5pm, Wednesday 17 December 2025. This proposal is being exhibited concurrently with the broader, state-led Nowra Riverfront Precinct Rezoning Proposal, which is also now available for public feedback until 5pm, Wednesday 17 December 2025.