Proposal includes short-stay cabins and market under one development plan
A major new development has been proposed for 425 Point Cook Road in Point Cook, combining a large-scale caravan park with the previously approved Starrpoint Market. The project is positioned to transform the semi-rural site into a vibrant short-stay and retail destination—though not everyone in the community is on board.
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The proposal outlines a camping area with 40 spaces, a caravan zone with 48 bays, and 185 self-contained cabins, creating over 270 accommodation sites. These will share the land with the future Starrpoint Market, a high-profile development granted approval by VCAT in 2019 that promises over 90 market stalls, underground parking, rooftop greenhouses, and fresh produce vendors.
The short-stay component will include modern amenities such as shared kitchens, landscaped open spaces, and bathroom facilities. Plans also provide for 37 on-site car parks for use by both guests and market patrons.
Supporters of the project see the development as a much-needed boost for local tourism and business. Point Cook resident Jodie says, “I’m actually in support of this. A caravan park in this area would be one of the closest to the city. There’s heaps to do in this area, which encourages tourists to visit and spend money in our area.”
Traffic modelling commissioned for the development indicates minimal impact to local roads. The SIDRA Intersection assessment found that even with increased vehicle movement during peak periods, the nearby intersection at Point Cook Road and Point Cook Homestead Road would maintain a Level of Service (LOS) A—the highest performance rating for road efficiency.
However, not everyone shares the enthusiasm. Another resident, Sharon, believes the proposed site is poorly chosen. “This is the wrong location for something like this. It should be located closer to the highway over near Hacketts Road. Far more easier access from the highway,” she said, reflecting concerns about local traffic and access logistics.
The site sits on a key arterial route that has seen ongoing urbanisation over the past decade. Once dominated by large rural blocks, this part of Point Cook is now transitioning rapidly into a mixed-use zone.
If approved, the development could become a unique combination of lifestyle market and tourism accommodation, but community sentiment remains divided. Wyndham City Council is expected to review the proposal in the coming months.
