Macquarie Park Precinct
BAPTISTCAREWe’re proud to see the recent SSD planning approval of BaptistCare’s Macquarie Park project, marking a significant milestone for a long-term client committed to aligning property decisions with evidence and purpose.
This project represents a key strategic initiative for BaptistCare, shaping future outcomes while respecting the legacy of the site and responding to the continued growth and transformation of the Macquarie Park precinct. It reflects a considered re-imagining of BaptistCare’s future physical presence, supporting its mission for generations to come.
As strategic property advisor to the Board and project team, Solve Property supported the project across its full lifecycle - from early visioning and land use strategy through to masterplanning, feasibility and planning approval. Our role focused on delivering a commercially robust, evidence-based outcome aligned with BaptistCare’s long-term objectives.
Our team of economists and property specialists applied a rigorous, evidence-led approach, including:
Land use and highest and best use analysis
Feasibility testing and review
Retail demand and impact assessment
Market engagement with commercial tenants and delivery partners
Iterative testing of demand, pricing and floorspace assumptions
This process ensured each decision was grounded in market reality, while navigating planning complexities and maintaining alignment with BaptistCare’s broader vision.
A defining feature of the project is its evolution into a genuinely mixed-use precinct within a major employment, research and education hub. The outcome responds not only to market demand, but to broader shifts in how communities live, age and connect - supporting a more resilient, activated and sustainable urban environment.
Equally important was the collaborative approach underpinning the project. Working alongside a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team, we balanced strong commercial outcomes with BaptistCare’s core mission, ensuring these values were embedded throughout.
.This approval represents more than a project milestone. It demonstrates the value of strategic thinking, deep market insight and genuine collaboration in delivering complex development outcomes.
We look forward to seeing the project come to life and the lasting contribution it will make to the community.
You can read more about the Macquarie Park master plan here: https://baptistcare.org.au/blog/baptistcare-macquarie-park-master-plan-approved/