The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) coordinates planning and delivery activities across priority precincts identified in Plan for Victoria as places where transformational change is being planned to support new jobs and homes.
Located on the Princes Highway between Melbourne and Geelong, East Werribee is one of Victoria’s largest government-owned urban renewal opportunities. The precinct is close to established health and education institutions, the town centres of Werribee and Hoppers Crossing, major transport connections and Avalon Airport. Nearby attractions include Werribee Open Range Zoo, Werribee Park and the Werribee River.
East Werribee’s connections to Melbourne’s western economic corridor offer opportunities for businesses to build industry partnerships, access skilled workers and share resources.
East Werribee is a priority precinct with the potential to support long-term employment, housing and economic growth. Its established strengths in health, education and research provide a foundation for attracting investment and supporting new industries.
Development Victoria (DV) has been appointed master developer and is working with government agencies, industry, stakeholders and the community to coordinate planning and delivery of the precinct over the coming decades.
DTP continues to work with Development Victoria and other government agencies to support planning, infrastructure coordination and economic development in East Werribee, including facilitating investment and employment opportunities.
Planning for East Werribee
The East Werribee Opportunity Statement was released in 2024 and sets out the long-term vision for the precinct.
The statement sets out how East Werribee will become a mixed-use urban centre that supports new homes, jobs and community infrastructure. The precinct builds on existing strengths in health, education, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism and research.
Government Investment
Investment in health, education, transport and civic infrastructure is supporting growth in East Werribee and surrounding communities.
Projects include:
- Wyndham Law Courts and Police Complex
- Yurran P–9 College
- Ngurraga School
- Yurran P–9 College Kindergarten (interim name)
- infrastructure supporting Point Cook South West
- Expansion of the emergency department at Werribee Mercy Hospital.
These investments support local employment, services and infrastructure for existing and future communities.
Key Projects
New Schools in Point Cook South-West
DTP worked with Development Victoria and the Victorian School Building Authority to prepare land for new schools in Point Cook South West, including roads, intersections, drainage and essential services.
Yurran P–9 College and Ngurraga School opened in Term 1, 2026. Yurran is temporarily sharing the Ngurraga School site while its permanent facilities are completed, with completion expected for Term 1, 2027.
Wyndham Health and Civic Investments
Wyndham Law Courts opened in November 2025, expanding access to justice services in Melbourne’s west. Alongside the Werribee Police Complex and the expansion of Werribee Mercy Hospital’s emergency department, these investments support local services and employment.
More Information
For the latest project information please visit Development Victoria’s East Werribee Project Page.
Got a question?
Email the team at precincts@transport.vic.gov.au
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