Thrive Tonsley – Affordable Housing & Community Hub

Location: Tonsley Innovation District, SA
Value: $70 million (combined stages)
Client: Junction Australia

Thrive Tonsley is a two-stage affordable housing initiative delivering 113 apartments within the Tonsley Innovation District. Stage 1 comprises 50 apartments across seven storeys, including studios, one- and two-bedroom units, with three designed for disability access. Stage 2 will add 63 apartments in an eight-storey building, featuring a community services hub, café, co-working space, and bike facilities. Supported by federal funding through the Social Housing Accelerator Program and the Housing Australia Future Fund, the development emphasizes energy efficiency, achieving a 7.5-star NatHERS rating. TF Certifiers + Consultants provided comprehensive NCC compliance services, focusing on accessibility, fire safety, and energy performance.