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One of Australia’s largest community-scale property portfolios has been brought to market, with CBRE inviting registrations of interest on behalf of the Queensland Government for a diverse collection of residential, commercial, retail, industrial and development assets in Glenden.
The process is being led by CBRE national director Wayne Bunz, director Will Carman and senior negotiator Taylor Morris. As the first stage of market engagement, the ROI invites interested parties to identify potential opportunities, proposed land uses and future aspirations for Glenden.
Established in 1981 to support Queensland’s resources sector, Glenden is a planned regional township with established community infrastructure, including schooling, healthcare, utilities, sporting facilities and retail services.
Located approximately 165 kilometres, or two hours’ drive, west of Mackay, and 280 kilometres, or around three hours’ drive, from Airlie Beach, the township provides access to mining operations and resource projects across the resource-rich northern Bowen Basin.
Glenden incorporated a number of innovative planning features for its time, including a street network designed to minimise cross-intersections and the underground installation of key services, including water, electricity and telecommunications. Its design reflects a strong emphasis on functionality, liveability and community.
The township was also Queensland’s first mining town specifically designed to accommodate people with disabilities.
Representing the majority of the township’s built environment, the portfolio comprises up to 571 residential dwellings, 42 vacant residential lots, eight development sites, two vacant industrial lots and two commercial properties, including the Glenden Shopping Centre (incorporating the Glenden Bar and Grill) and the Mess Hall.
Bunz said the process presented an opportunity for market participants to contribute to discussions about the future of an established regional community.
”Glenden benefits from its location within the Isaac Region, which generates approximately $46 billion in annual economic output and supports more than 100 major projects across mining, renewable energy, critical minerals and associated infrastructure. Combined with the town’s established infrastructure and proximity to major mining and energy operations, this creates a strong platform for a range of future investment and development opportunities,” he said.
”As resource, energy and infrastructure investment continues across the Bowen Basin, Glenden is well positioned to support existing and emerging industries, businesses and individuals requiring workforce accommodation, residential housing, community services and regional operational support.”
”This process is about understanding what the market believes may be achievable for Glenden over the long term, including the role that private investment, industry participation and alternative ownership models could play in supporting the township’s future.”
Carman said that the range of assets and future potential could appeal to a broad cross-section of market participants.
“We anticipate interest from groups exploring workforce accommodation, residential housing, operational support facilities, community-focused uses and longer-term development opportunities. The ROI process will help identify the level of market interest and the range of future opportunities that may warrant further consideration,” he said.
”Beyond institutional and commercial interest, we also see potential appeal for private investors, including owner-occupiers, retirees, downsizers and families seeking a pathway into home ownership and a regional Queensland lifestyle, supported by the town’s established services, community facilities and proximity to major employment hubs.”
Interested groups and parties are invited to submit a registration of interest through the Future of Glenden website before 5pm AEST on Friday, 30 October 2026.
Registrations may be submitted for the assets in one line, in part, or on an individual asset basis.
Please note: The Queensland Government is inviting Registrations of Interest only. No decision has yet been made on whether the land will be offered for sale at some point in the future. This is not a current offer for sale.