Hillsong’s sprawling campus in NorWest Sydney is being made to pay its way as a proposal for a huge $1bn development is lodged. Some 900 units are planned for the site, plus commercial buildings are planned for the site, which benefits from being opposite the Norwest metro station.
The application has been lodged by developer Capital Corporation, which claims a track record of $32bn in development partnerships over 32 years.
Summer Liu reported in the NewsCorp papers: “The concept plan includes a combination of mixed-use, residential and commercial buildings, which would bring up to 915 dwellings on 2 Century Circuit, where Hillsong’s convention centre is located. The development, named Century Hills, will cost about $1.07bn to build and also seeks to subdivide the parcel of land into three lots, and increase the building height limits from 116m to 142-209m high. The project is set to bring about 2800 occupants to the area, and has been declared a state-significant development by the Housing Delivery Authority, now seeking Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs).
UPDATE: A statement has been issued by Hilsong. “Update on Planning Discussions – Hills Campus”
“Jan 10 2026
“You may have seen recent media coverage regarding planning approvals connected to land on our Hills campus site. At this stage, no final development plans have been confirmed and there is no commencement timeline.
“Like many organisations, we are exploring future options and approvals to steward our property responsibly for the long-term mission of the church and the benefit of the wider community. In due course, as we always do, we will inform our church community clearly and directly should any plans be finalised.
“As a church, we have made thoughtful and strategic property decisions in recent years to support the vision God has entrusted to us, including the planting of new churches. Last year, we announced the launch of Hillsong Melbourne South East as part of our commitment to seeing life giving churches established in communities across Australia.
“Any proposed plans prioritise the continued servicing of church life, including weekend services and weekday ministries, and are designed not to impact but to enhance our ability to meet the needs of the local community.
“Located less than 100 metres from the Norwest Metro station, we are exploring these options in partnership with experienced development partners, with a focus on high-quality design, public amenity, and long-term community benefit. We will continue to work constructively with the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure and Council as part of this process.”