Stonepeak invests in Aura Holdings, a retirement village developer and operator in Queensland, Australia

Stonepeak committed $1 billion USD in growth capital to Aura Holdings, directly funding the expansion of retirement villages across Queensland, Australia. This investment provides Aura Holdings with up to A$1 billion for new developments, accelerating its pipeline for social infrastructure projects. The capital infusion allows Aura Holdings to address increasing demand for specialized elderly care facilities in the region. Stonepeak gains exposure to a long-duration asset class through this investment, aligning with its focus on infrastructure and real assets. The deal structure emphasizes growth funding for Aura Holdings' development capabilities, rather than a full platform acquisition. This commitment, announced on March 1, 2026, positions Stonepeak to capitalize on demographic shifts within Australia's social infrastructure sector. Aura Holdings, operating as Sydney-headquartered Aura Group, manages over A$1.5 billion in assets with a team of over 100 professionals. This capital injection from Stonepeak enables Aura Group's infrastructure division to scale its development activities in Queensland. Stonepeak, a leading international alternative investment firm, invests capital for large global institutions, focusing on infrastructure and real assets. The firm's investment in Aura Holdings aligns with its strategy of deploying capital into long-term, defensive social infrastructure. This transaction expands Stonepeak's footprint in Australian social infrastructure, adding a growth-oriented platform to its global portfolio. For Aura Holdings, the backing from Stonepeak validates its model for developing and operating retirement villages.