Statistics Behind Albert Park Housing and Park Decisions

The Victorian government is proceeding with demolition of the 150 Victoria Avenue public housing tower, where only 4 per cent of the 600 residents have been relocated so far, under a plan to replace all 44 Melbourne public housing towers by 2051.

Public Housing Relocation Scale

Only 4 per cent of residents at the 150 Victoria Avenue site have moved, leaving the majority still in place ahead of the planned demolition. This figure comes directly from the relocation tracking for the tower replacement program covering 44 sites.

Budget Allocations for Local Facilities

The 2025-26 Victorian Budget set aside $275,000 for lighting upgrades at Albert Park Oval No. 11 and $2.63 million for planning an expansion of South Melbourne Primary School. These amounts target specific upgrades at named local venues and institutions.

Park Development Funding and Land Area

City of Charles Sturt secured over $3.1 million to buy land at 15-25 Spad Street and create a new 3,000 m² local park. Separately, the council is rezoning approximately 11 hectares of land in Albert Park to allow mixed-use higher-density development through changes from employment zones to Suburban Business and Housing Diversity Neighbourhood zones.

Long-Term Reserve Planning

Parks Victoria has released a final 25-year master plan for Albert Park Reserve to guide decisions on community health and wellbeing. The document provides the framework for future management of the reserve without setting new numerical targets beyond the 25-year horizon.

These figures and allocations shape the immediate steps for residents, schools and park users in Albert Park. Further updates on relocation progress and project timelines will depend on government announcements tied to the existing plans.