McGovern Developments
McGovern Developments  ·  Since 1996

Building placesthat outlast us.

A family-owned developer shaping residential, retirement and lifestyle communities across Queensland for more than twenty-five years.

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(01) — Vision

Buildings outlast thepeople who make them.We build accordingly.

Founded by Bernie McGovern and now led by Bernie McGovern Jnr and Will McGovern, three generations shaping places across Queensland.

For more than twenty-five years we have identified opportunities, delivered quality, and created places that endure. From landmark apartments and revitalised retirement communities to award-winning tourism destinations and master-planned lifestyle villages.

We work closely with local communities, industry partners and government to create developments that enhance the built environment, and enrich the lives of the people who live, work and visit them.

Horizon Living
Gympie, Queensland · 2026
(02) — Selected works

A portfoliobuilt to last.

Landmark developments across residential, retirement, tourism and hospitality, and a flagship now taking shape in Gympie.

Current flagship
Horizon Living
A 158-home masterplanned over-50s lifestyle resort over 7.3 hectares, anchored by a resort-style clubhouse and wellness precinct. Gympie, 2021 – present.
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Rivershore Resort
Diddillibah · Tourism · 2015–2020
The first new caravan park in South-East Queensland in over forty years. Premium powered sites, luxury glamping and a riverside restaurant, recognised with state and national tourism awards.
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Buderim Gardens
Buderim · Retirement · 2000–2006
A 400-home retirement village set across 60 acres, renewed and reinvigorated into one of the Sunshine Coast's most sought-after communities of its era.
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(03) — Practice

Five principles behindevery project we build.

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Quality without compromise

Detail, design and craftsmanship, never the corner cut.

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People and community first

Places that foster connection, belonging and lasting value.

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Integrity and trust

A long-term view, and relationships built to match.

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Innovation with purpose

New ideas, kept focused on practical, enduring outcomes.

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Built to last

Assets the next generation inherits with pride.

Great developments are ultimately about creating places where people feel they belong.
The McGovern philosophy
(04) — Enquire

Let's build somethingthat lasts.