Sydney-based investment company, Princeton, has kicked off construction on two Sydney residential projects, one in Botany and the other in Blakehurst, worth a combined value of $73 million.

The Botany project, located on&nbsp;1-5 Rancom Street and 1637-1647 Botany Road, will see 36 apartments built, along with five retail spaces, with an end value of $38 million.

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Render of the proposed development at 1637-1647 Botany Rd, Botany. Image supplied.&nbsp;

The suburb has grown in popularity due to the rising number of parks and cafes, delivering the vibrancy of city living in the heart of a small village.

The $35 million Blakehurst projects is located at 6-8 Vaughan Street, with plans for 32 apartments to be built across the space.

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Render of the proposed development at 6-8 Vaughan St, Blakehurst. Image supplied.&nbsp;

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Princeton founders George Gadallah and Craig Anderson said they are looking forward to expanding their footprint in Sydney&rsquo;s growing South.

&ldquo;The commencement of the Botany and Blakehurst projects mark an exciting new chapter for Princeton in Sydney&rsquo;s South,&rdquo; said Gadallah.

&ldquo;We are proud to lead the charge during this period of growth in the region and look forward to bringing new world-class apartment living to the community,&rdquo; he added.

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Render of the proposed development at 6-8 Vaughan St, Blakehurst. Image supplied.&nbsp;

Construction on both projects is expected to be completed by the end of 2023.

The Botany and Blakehurst developments join an already strong portfolio from Princeton, including the recently completed Villawood residential project, One Place as well as the luxury living, Eurangi, which commenced construction late last year.

Sydney-based investment company, Princeton, has kicked off construction on two Sydney residential projects, one in Botany and the other in Blakehurst, worth a combined value of $73 million.



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Princeton announces commencement of Blakehurst and Botany apartment projects worth $73 million

The family-owned Melbourne developer, Blue Earth Group, who consistently deliver amenity-rich projects across Melbourne, are back with their latest development, Porter, in the inner-western suburb of&nbsp;Spotswood.

Porter, which will&nbsp;&nbsp;offer both apartments and townhouses from its prime Birmingham Street location, a stones throw from Spotswood Oval, will be part of a wider masterplanned precinct, which will feature extensive amenity for residents.&nbsp;

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Blue Earth are again working with the reputable builder Hamilton Marino, who they even get to build their display suites so buyers know exactly the level of quality that the apartment will offer when completed.

They&#39;ve also again called on CHT Architects and Sora Interior Architecture and Design, who have worked on 22 of Blue Earth&#39;s previous&nbsp;developments. Hamilton Marino have constructed 35 of Blue Earth developments.

There will be 143 apartments&nbsp;across the two buildings&nbsp;dubbed Porter and Flagman, delivered across three collections; Premier Collection, Penthouse Collection, and the Townhouse Collection.

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The Premier Collection will offer a mix of one and two-bedroom apartments while the Penthouse Collection will home a suite of three-bedroom apartments.

The Townhouse Collection delivers&nbsp;two-level residences with private street-entrances, designed for the family owner-occupier, with a flexi room included in the home.

Much like Blue Earth&#39;s previous projects, there&#39;s extensive amenity, including a cinema, games room, central garden, co-working space and private offices, and even a dedicated dog wash.

Both buildings will feature a central garden, click and collect services, bike storage and lobby and concierge.

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Residents will also have access to a mobile phone app. The&nbsp;all-in-one Porter App, supported by the in-house concierge, will allow&nbsp;residents to book a range of services and facilities throughout the development.

Access to apartments is granted via the app, through keyless entry, as is the ability to grant remote access to visitors and trades.

The smart apartment app will also allow residents to control blinds, lights, heating and cooling, both from home or remotely.

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Construction has kicked off on the development with Blue Earth expecting construction to be completed by late 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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CHT and Sora Interior’s have combined with Blue Earth on 22 previous developments and Hamilton on 35, further earmarking this project as a prime residential development.



Blue Earth launch Porter apartments and townhouses in Spotswood

Caydon's latest apartment offering, Due North, is giving buyers a chance for a rare high-level of amenity in a pocket of Preston that rarely sees such extensive resident facilities within an apartment development.

The stand out space is no doubt the rooftop, with views back to the Melbourne CBD.

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The rooftop boasts an infinity edge lap pool, a gym, and barbecue space. It has been designed as an all-encompassing space, fit for work, play and relaxation. &nbsp;

The outdoor gym sits in its own secluded space, complete with weights and aerobics equipment, along with a yoga space taking in the city views.

The entertainment booths and barbecue facilities provide an additional space for residents to unwind and enjoy the surrounding vistas, with dining and entertaining space fit for a range of occasions.

“This clever area&nbsp;not only lets you wine and dine in private, but also serves as the perfect excuse to&nbsp;show off your culinary skills,” Caydon note.

These areas of amenity are bookable through the specially created Caydon HQ residents' app.&nbsp;

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The group noted the recent shift in working lifestyles,&nbsp;reflecting the change&nbsp;in the spaces designed for Due North, which provide more flexibility toward the working from home movement.&nbsp;

And that's been attracting first home buyers and young professionals&nbsp;who are keen on both the Preston location, with its accessibility&nbsp;to the Melbourne CBD, as well as Due North's work from home capabilities - a scarce offering in the Preston market.

The two-bedders at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urbandirect.com.au/due-north/?utm_source=article">Due North</a> give buyers the chance customise the space - whether that be for a home office, a gym, or an entertainment room -&nbsp;as a flexi room.&nbsp;

The development even features a ground floor co-working space for residents who are looking to switch up their working environment.

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All bar one one-bedroom apartments in Due North have now sold.

The two-bedroom apartments, which range in size between 84 sqm and 111 sqm of internal space, start from $593,000.

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The rooftop boasts an infinity edge lap pool, a gym, and barbecue space. It has been designed as an all-encompassing space, fit for work, play and relaxation


Caydon deliver unmatched amenity at Due North, Preston apartments

Black Diamond is the final release of Aspen Village, a joint venture project between Geocon and Empire Global in Canberra&#39;s Fyshwick.

Inspired by Aspen&rsquo;s ski villages, Black Diamond delivers modern living on Canberra&rsquo;s unspoilt natural fringe, Geocon&#39;s Founder and Managing Director, Nick Georgalis, says.

&quot;Aspen village melds a luxuriously relaxed, nature-filled lifestyle with all the buzz and amenity of modern urban living,&quot;&nbsp;Georgalis adds.

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With private spaces scattered throughout, amenity was a key focus in the design of Black Diamond and the wider Aspen village as a whole.

The Summit,&nbsp;Aspen Village&rsquo;s 2,200 sqm&nbsp;rooftop entertaining space is fitted out with an indoor-outdoor bar, heated infinity edge pool, bookable private lounge areas, barbecue and&nbsp;dining facilities, fire pits and a lawn area, creating an all-year-round extension to the apartments.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Alpine Bathhouse boasts a boutique selection of 24/7 resort-style amenities spanning across 100 sqm, including three private indoor/outdoor spa rooms, as well as a 12-person sauna overlooking Lake Tuggeranong.&nbsp;

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Rounding out Aspen Village&rsquo;s amenities is the Chef&rsquo;s Kitchen and&nbsp;Dining, as well as an onsite carwash and concierge service.&nbsp;

Nestled on Canberra&#39;s emerging southern fringe, the Aspen Village is also well connected to the surrounding amenity with a five-minute walk to South Point Shopping Centre and just a 20-minute drive to Canberra&rsquo;s city centre.

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Set within the Aspen Village, residents are amongst a buzzing retail precinct literally on the doorstep of Black Diamond, home to an artisanal pizzeria, gastropub, coffee shop and bakery as well as grocery store, bottle shop and gym.

The project offers something for all corners of the market, from investors to first homebuyers, down-sizers and investors with its 295 apartments presented in a mix of primarily one and two-bedroom opportunities, with the limited three-bedroom apartments sold out.

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Inspired by Aspen’s ski villages, Black Diamond delivers modern living on Canberra’s unspoilt natural fringe, Geocon's Founder and Managing Director, Nick Georgalis, says

Black Diamond: The final release in Canberra's ski-inspired Aspen Village

Oz Property&nbsp;Group&rsquo;s latest residential venture is closing in on 50% sold as interest continues to grow in the future-proof, 51-home community. Kingloch Parade adds another notch in the developers growing list of big and small projects across the city with sustainability at the forefront of the design.

Kingloch Parade, however goes even further to break down the buzzword of sustainability and provide tangible sustainable measures for future residents - which was no small feat according to Oz Property Group Marketing and Sales Manager, Scott Williams.&nbsp;

&ldquo;Achieving a 7-Star energy rating took a lot of consideration with all aspects of design playing a part,&rdquo; he says.&nbsp;

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&ldquo;The size and function of each room, the type of building materials, the specification of each building&#39;s openings and the orientation of each individual home are all carefully designed into every floorplan to make them as energy efficient as possible,&quot; said Williams.&nbsp;

Perhaps even more importantly, Kingloch Parade is fully electric, something the developer believes will soon be mandatory for all new developments. It will utilise the latest, cutting edge appliances for cooking, hot water and heating to ensure all homes are future-proof &ndash; and without a gas bill. Saving residents up to $700 annually.&nbsp;

These considerations also helped Kingloch Parade achieve a BESS Score of 70 per cent, which equates to BESS design &lsquo;excellence&rsquo;, a voluntary commitment that goes beyond ticking the minimum requirements.

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BESS is especially important as it ranks how sustainable the design is as a whole, scoring areas such as energy, water, waste and urban ecology.

Dubbed as a development that is &ldquo;good for humans, great for birds&rdquo;, Kingloch Parade is surrounded by lush landscaping, with considered plant selection to foster native flora and fauna.

While underneath the surface, swales and tree pits will passively irrigate the many plants and trees to create local biodiversity and feed the native birdlife.&nbsp;

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The largest swale is called the Blue Green Spine, which will cut right through the middle of the site, creating a sustainable water management system but also a practical and beautiful space for residents.&nbsp;

Made for all of Melbourne&rsquo;s&nbsp;weather conditions, solar panels will be provided as standard, generating over a quarter of the energy demand for the development.

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In collaboration with&nbsp;DKO, SLAB and REALM Studios, Kingloch Parade lands on the old site of Wantirna Heights School, a piece of history that Oz Property Group were keen to honour.&nbsp;

&ldquo;We know we&rsquo;re building on a place that was very important to the community, so we wanted to build something that was future proof and would stand the test of time, &rdquo; added Williams.&nbsp;

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Dubbed as a development that is “good for humans, great for birds”, Kingloch Parade is surrounded by lush landscaping, with considered plant selection to foster native flora and fauna

Suburban development pre-empts future legislation and goes all electric.

Busy Sydney developers, ALAND, has secured&nbsp;one of Gosford&rsquo;s most sought-after mixed-use sites, which sold with development approval for two towers.

The 5656 sqm site at 108-118 Mann Street originally launched to the market at The Archibald in 2019, with development approval for a dual tower build comprising 289 apartments, along with a ground floor pub, level 28 sky bar, 167 hotel suites and a range of hotel amenity including an infinity pool, gym and conference hall.

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Render of the proposed dual tower project at 108-118 Mann St, Gosford. Credit: Colliers

ALAND CEO George Tadrosse confirmed the deal was done via an expression of interest process run by Colliers International which closed at the end of March.

&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a sensational site right in the heart of Gosford, which is increasingly being seen as a key regional location,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;re delighted to have secured the property and look forward to taking the plans for the project forward to deliver a fantastic new addition to the Gosford skyline. Subject to planning, we are looking at launching the project sales in spring and starting construction this year.&rdquo;

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Render inside one of the proposed apartments at 108-118 Mann St, Gosford. Credit: Colliers

The Gosford property is one of the CBD&#39;s last remaining consolidated sites, with street frontages to Mann, Donnison and Baker Streets.

Located close to Gosford&rsquo;s waterfront, the site is also&nbsp;well-connected to key amenities like the Gosford Train Station, Gosford TAFE and the Central Coast Stadium.

The site was demolished in preparation for construction, with the site placed on the market earlier this year.

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Aerial shot of the site&#39;s location and proximity to key amenity. Credit: Colliers

Tadrosse said his team will now review the project but expects work to begin quickly.

&ldquo;We have an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the city, and we&rsquo;re excited to get this project underway,&rdquo; he added.

ALAND recently launched&nbsp;their $800 million master-planned precinct in Merrylands, in Sydney&rsquo;s west.

There has already been strong demand for the first stage of the project, with the prime 2.5-hectare site, located adjacent to the Merrylands train station, set to deliver 365 apartments across three buildings, up to 20 storeys in height.

The Gladstone Village&nbsp;is a rare offering for Merrylands and one of the last remaining pockets along Sydney&rsquo;s rail network to be developed.

ALAND CEO George Tadrosse confirmed the deal was done via an expression of interest process run by Colliers International which closed at the end of March.



ALAND secures development approved Gosford site

Has the demand for huge apartments weakened on the Gold Coast?

The latest development application by the national development firm Gallery Group suggests so.

They took their Chalk, Surf Parade apartment development to the market earlier this year, offering huge apartments starting at nearly 250 sqm. There were 99 apartments being offered in the 35-level&nbsp;tower.

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The new designs by Raunik Design. Image credit: Raunik Design

But now new plans has seen Gallery Group change the mix, and lob off 15 levels to the Surfers Paradise project. Raunik Design has made the amends to the tower, which will now be just 20 levels, and offer 71 apartments, a mix of two and three-bedroom product.

And that is now weighted heavily toward the two-bedroom apartments. There will now be 65 two-bedders and just six three-bedroom apartments, which will be spread across the top two levels.

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The move to greater space in apartments has been one of the by-products of the global pandemic, driven by a rise in owner-occupiers flocking to the Gold Coast&rsquo;s best locations as the working-from-home movement continues.

There&#39;s still residential amenity in the shape of a swimming pool and gym on level two, as well as a rooftop with barbecues and alfresco areas.

Back in March when the old plans for Chalk were given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council, Gallery Group Chief Executive Adam Barclay said the apartments needed to reach beyond the current offerings in the Gold Coast market, focussing&nbsp;on creating larger apartments with well-designed internal layouts connecting seamlessly to spacious outdoor areas.

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&ldquo;The result is a building that achieves new heights in terms of internal finishes, maximising view corridors and providing high quality recreational space in different parts of the building,&rdquo; he said.

Gallery Group has&nbsp;offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast and has&nbsp;sold over 2000 residences since their inception in 2011, with $1.7 billion in works already completed.

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The plans for Chalk have been reworked and finessed across the planning period, with a 21-level, 71 apartment tower now proposed.

Gallery Group drop size and scale of Chalk, Surfers Paradise apartments

Following the successful stage one launch of its $800 million Broadbeach dual tower mega-development, Victoria &amp; Albert Broadbeach, developer Iris Capital has released the second and final collection of apartments in its mixed-use development.

Spurred by strong sales in the project&rsquo;s preliminary release of apartments in its Victoria tower, Iris&nbsp;has fast-tracked the launch of its sister-tower, Albert Residences, to meet growing demand for apartments on the Gold Coast.&nbsp;

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Albert Residences will feature 121 oversized apartments with its own private amenity, separate from the Victoria offering,&nbsp;including a 25-metre heated lap pool, spa, lounge, wine cellar, gym, zen garden, steam and sauna rooms, fire pit and yoga studio, all across the level four floorplate. &nbsp;

The entire level 40 rooftop enjoys private dining space and a chef&rsquo;s kitchen, along with indoor and outdoor barbecue areas, an extensive sky lounge, cellar, cards room, library, as well as multiple indoor and outdoor entertaining areas.

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While the neighbouring Victoria Residences were designed primarily to cater to a lifestyle residence market, Albert is dedicated exclusively for the owner-occupier to gain a foothold in the rapidly transforming cosmopolitan heart of the Gold Coast.

Interstate buyers have led the charge on the V&amp;A apartments to date, however Residential director of Colliers Gold Coast, David Higgins said they were anticipating an influx of local interest in the owner-occupier collection in the newly released Albert Residences.

&ldquo;Strong enquiry and sales have been driven predominantly by end-users and lock and leave buyers out of NSW and Victoria, attracted to the prime location and world class amenity on offer,&rdquo; he said.

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&ldquo;Given the severe lack of new apartment product across the Gold Coast, we anticipate Albert will be met with fierce interest by local buyers who recognise the value and scarcity of quality apartment stock at the moment.&rdquo;

Albert will comprise a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, along with upper residences available in three-bedroom-plus-MPR and four-bedroom configurations.

&ldquo;The strength of V&amp;A&rsquo;s launch is a testament to the development&rsquo;s ability to complement the lifestyle and convenience of its location in the heart of Gold Coast&rsquo;s cosmopolitan centre, and the enduring strength of the Gold Coast market,&rdquo; said Higgins.

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The dual tower mega-development will deliver two individually crafted towers across 56-storeys in Victoria and 40-storeys in Albert, in addition to an activated ground-plane with high-end retail, dining, and commercial office space.

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Iris has fast-tracked the launch of its sister-tower, Albert Residences, to meet growing demand for apartments on the Gold Coast


Iris Capital launch second tower in V&A Broadbeach, with critical timing to a growing stock shortage 

KM Develop, the development arm of investment and advisory firm KordaMentha, has recently launched its luxury Ashburton apartment project to the market.

The development, known as Chapter, delivers a boutique collection of just 24 one, two and three-bedroom apartments at 363-367 High Street, Ashburton - in the heart of Melbourne&#39;s&nbsp;thriving southeast.

KM Develop&#39;s Managing Director Steven Wong says Chapter is a rare offering for Ashburton and surrounding suburbs.

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&quot;Apartment projects of this quality do not exist in Ashburton&quot; Wong says.

&quot;The options for people to downsize within this area are very limited. People love living in Ashburton because of it&#39;s&nbsp;great vibe and strong sense of community. We saw an opportunity to fill a gap and to provide high quality apartments equal to those you see in Glen Iris, Malvern and Camberwell.&rdquo;

Wong says Ashburton and the location of &lsquo;Chapter&rsquo; is similar, if not better to other high end apartment projects you see along High Street and Malvern Road in Glen Iris and Toorak Road in Camberwell.&nbsp;

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&quot;We can offer the same quality and amenity at Chapter for a far more affordable price, and there is far less competing projects in Ashburton which assists capital appreciation and rental values,&quot; Wong added.

Designed by renown architects Ewert Leaf, Chapter presents secure residences encased in a timeless fa&ccedil;ade, with spacious&nbsp; and well thought out open plan living arrangements, lots of natural light, generous private open spaces and high quality fixtures and fittings.

Ewert Leaf Managing Director, Will Leaf says &ldquo;Chapter incorporates a timeless fa&ccedil;ade and immaculate interiors reflecting an organic palette of warm timbers and natural stone, taking cues from the leafy surroundings of Gardiner&rsquo;s Creek, local parks and reserves set in amongst the heart of Ashburton.&rdquo;

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&lsquo;Chapter&rsquo; is being marketed and sold by Farey &amp; Co.&nbsp;

Director Jarrod Farey says Chapter is a high quality, boutique development in a fantastic location.&nbsp;

&quot;We&rsquo;ve had some strong success to date and the majority of the buyers have been downsizers and owner occupiers attracted by the amenity, surrounding the project, the generous apartment sizes, design quality and value,&quot; Farey says.

Green spaces and landscaping has been designed by John Patrick Landscape Architects.

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&ldquo;Chapter&rsquo;s generous outdoor spaces have been designed to foster a seamless connection between in and out,&quot; Farey added.

&quot;The plant palette features lush, fast growing vegetation that will provide a wonderful sense of tranquillity, and an exceptional level of privacy.&rdquo;&nbsp;

The site has been cleared in preparation for the commencement of construction. Hamilton Marino, one of Victoria&rsquo;s most respected residential apartment builders has been earmarked for the project.&nbsp;

Completion is slated for third quarter 2023.

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Nestled within walking distance from the lively Ashburton village hub and the convenience of the Ashwood retail strip, KM Develop’s Chapter residences have been designed with the owner-occupier in mind.


A new Chapter for Ashburton

The latest Queens Wharf Tower is taking Queensland’s sales records to new heights, with over 90 per cent of the apartments already sold after launching just four weeks ago.

Since mid-2020, when Far East Consortium’s, Queen's Wharf Residences apartments flew off the shelves, prospective buyers in the $3.6 billion Queen's Wharf precinct on the Brisbane River have been awaiting another opportunity.

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The fifth and tallest tower in the Queens Wharf devel​opment has been as equally successful as its predecessor, securing in sales with 778 of the 819 apartments&nbsp;since launch.

Managing Director YPM Group, Bryce O’Connor recently noted the success as a sales outcome not reached previously by any building of this scale in Queensland with over 9000 enquires, 1100 appointments and more than $820 million in sales.

The 71-level tower, which will soar 250 metres in to the sky, making it the sixth highest tower in the Queensland capital, will home 819 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a handful of exclusive penthouses upon completion.

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The tower is in its final release stage, offering three-bedroom Diamond Residences, which were brought forward by the group due to the overwhelming demand.

Occupying levels 49 through to 70, the Diamond Residences are amongst the most exclusive residences within Queen’s Wharf, benefiting from bespoke finishes, luxury appliances, and unrivalled views.

Gaggenau appliances, natural stone benchtops and feature 2Pac joinery are all standard in the residences, complemented by versatile outdoor living spaces, featuring lift and tilt windows to extend the expansive alfresco areas.

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Sitting on the corner of Margaret and William Street, apartments in Queen's Wharf Tower are designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects" target="_blank">Cottee Parker</a>, taking advantage of city, Botanic Gardens, or river views.

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The fifth and tallest tower in the Queens Wharf development has hit the ground running, surging in sales with 778 of the 819 apartments snapped up since launching.



Queens Wharf Tower achieves over $820 million in sales after just four weeks on the market

An entity directed by HSN's Rafi Assouline and Rebel Property's Allen Linz has filed plans for an impressive new precinct in Woolloomooloo.

The major mixed-use development would transform a prominent William Street site into a new residential village anchored by affordable housing and a large public park.

The proposal, submitted as a State Significant Development Application, covers 164-172 and 174-194 William Street, a 6,398 sqm site between Forbes Street and Dowling Street on the southern edge of Woolloomooloo.

Designed by fjcstudio in collaboration with Bangawarra, Studio Bright and Tribe Studio Architects, the scheme would deliver 227 apartments across four residential buildings ranging in height up to 18 storeys, alongside retail space, public domain improvements and a new publicly accessible park.

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It's another design scheme for Rebel, who took <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-rebel-property-group-takes-woolloomooloo-precinct-to-nsw-government">concept plans to the NSW Gov late last year</a>.

The latest plans will be a mix of 167 build-to-sell apartments and 60 affordable apartments, with the affordable housing component representing 15 per cent of the project's gross floor area. The apartment mix includes 12 one-bedroom, 53 two-bedroom, 89 three-bedroom apartments and 13 penthouses, while the affordable housing component would comprise 42 one-bedroom and 18 two-bedroom apartments.

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Rebel Property is seeking to take advantage of the NSW Government's infill affordable housing bonus provisions under the Housing SEPP, which provide additional floor space and height in exchange for the delivery of affordable housing for a minimum of 15 years. The planning pathway allows a 30 per cent increase in floor space ratio and building height where 15 per cent of the development is dedicated to affordable housing.

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At the centre of the development is a 1,356 sqm sunlit public park designed to become a new community gathering space at the gateway to Woolloomooloo. The park would be complemented by a network of pedestrian laneways connecting William Street with the surrounding streets, improving permeability through what is currently a largely impermeable block.

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The design team says the public domain has been heavily influenced by the site's topography and Aboriginal cultural heritage, drawing on the escarpments, gullies and landscape characteristics that historically defined the area before urbanisation. The landscape design has been developed in partnership with First Nations consultancy Bangawarra.

The project would be delivered across four separate buildings. The William Street East and William Street West buildings, designed by fjcstudio, would contain the majority of the apartments. Melbourne-based Studio Bright has designed the Forbes Street building, while Tribe Studio Architects is responsible for the Dowling Street building.

Rebel had secured approval for the concept plans late last year.

Joel Robinson

First look: HSN, Rebel, advances Woolloomooloo precinct plans

A locally heritage-listed furniture showroom on Water Street is set to become the centrepiece of a new mixed-use residential development as local developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/keylin-group">Keylin</a> seeks approval for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lotus-on-water-street-290-water-street-fortitude-valley-qld-4006">Lotus on Water Street</a>, a 15-storey project on the Fortitude Valley side of Spring Hill.

The proposal spans 290 Water Street and 137-141 Warry Street, combining several properties into a 2,869 sqm site that sits between Fortitude Valley, Spring Hill and the rapidly evolving Victoria Park precinct. Keylin's plans would deliver 132 apartments alongside new retail, hospitality and commercial space, while retaining and repurposing the historic Brunswick Home Furnishers Showroom that fronts Water Street.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/jackson-teece">Jackson Teece</a>, Lotus on Water Street comprises a 12-storey residential tower rising above a three-storey podium and communal rooftop terrace. The development includes 76 apartments classified as multiple dwellings and a further 56 units proposed as short-term accommodation, designed to be flexibly used as either accommodation or permanent residences. The apartment mix comprises six one-bedroom, 54 two-bedroom and 16 three-bedroom homes.

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Residents would have access to an extensive rooftop recreation level spanning more than 1,200 sqm of communal open space. Plans include a pool, gym, sauna, infrared sauna, yoga area, library, private dining room, barbecue facilities and landscaped entertainment spaces, making the rooftop the project's largest shared amenity offering.

At street level, the proposal focuses on the adaptive reuse of the heritage buildings along Water Street, where 518 sqm of retail and commercial space is planned across shop, office and food and drink outlet uses. A permeable residential lobby would be positioned between the retained heritage buildings, creating a pedestrian connection between the historic streetscape and the new tower behind.

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The heritage retention strategy is central to the scheme. The development application notes that the Brunswick Home Furnishers Showroom and adjoining heritage buildings will remain, with only non-significant structures on the site earmarked for removal under a previously issued Heritage Exemption Certificate. Levels one and two of the new podium are recessed behind the heritage façades to maintain their prominence within the streetscape.

Jackson Teece has drawn inspiration from the site's manufacturing history when designing the podium. The planning documents state that the façade incorporates perforated metal screening that references the woven and rattan furniture historically produced on the site. Cascading and climbing plants are integrated throughout the podium to soften the building's presentation and screen parking levels behind. The landscape strategy also informs the project's name, Lotus on Water Street, drawing on the historic Spring Hollow waterholes that once ran through Spring Hill and the blue water lilies associated with Meeanjin, Brisbane's traditional name.

The proposal also incorporates the neighbouring property at 141 Warry Street, currently occupied by a healthcare service. The existing building would remain, with nine dedicated parking spaces allocated within the new development to support its ongoing operation. In total, Lotus on Water Street proposes 117 car spaces, including 110 resident spaces and seven visitor bays, alongside 100 bicycle spaces.

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The site sits within the Spring Hill East Precinct of the Spring Hill Neighbourhood Plan and is positioned around 650 metres from both Fortitude Valley Station and Exhibition Station. It is also within walking distance of the King Street precinct, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Herston Quarter and Victoria Park, which is earmarked to become a major venue precinct ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Planning documents describe the location as a key gateway between Spring Hill and Fortitude Valley and highlight the area's increasing importance as new transport infrastructure and Olympic-related investment reshape Brisbane's inner north. The development team argues the project will contribute additional housing supply while activating a section of Water Street that has historically received less investment than other parts of the Valley.

Keylin has become increasingly active across Brisbane and southeast Queensland, assembling sites in strategic inner-city locations. They are currently selling and delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/oria-spring-hill-447-gregory-terrace-spring-hill-qld-4000">Oria Spring Hill</a>, just over 140 apartments due for completion in 2027.

Keylin plans heritage-led Lotus on Water Street apartment development in Fortitude Valley

Roseville is poised for a wave of new apartment development following the NSW Government's rezoning of land around Roseville Station under its Transport Oriented Development program.

The new planning controls have unlocked significant development potential within walking distance of the station, with a number of sites expected to be amalgamated and redeveloped in the coming years as developers seek to take advantage of the increased density allowances.

One of the more restrained developments in the precinct, and set among the first to be delivered having commenced well before the recent changes, is Hyecorp's Juliet. The boutique apartment project is already well under construction and remains on track to welcome residents by the end of the year, offering a markedly different proposition to many of the larger-scale developments now likely to emerge across the suburb.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/juliet-roseville-64-pacific-highway-roseville-nsw-2069">Juliet</a> will comprise just&nbsp;34 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments opposite Roseville Station. For Hyecorp, which has delivered projects across Sydney's Lower North Shore for more than three decades, Roseville presented a rare opportunity to address a growing gap in the market.

"<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/roseville-nsw-2069">Roseville</a> has long been one of the North Shore's most tightly held and desirable suburbs, offering a unique combination of village charm, established greenery, excellent transport connections, and proximity to some of Sydney's best schools and lifestyle amenities," Hyecorp said.

"We recognised a growing demand from local homeowners seeking to downsize without leaving the community they have built their lives around. The location presented a rare opportunity to create homes that cater specifically to that buyer profile."

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The six-level development has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a> as a collection of residences that feel more like homes than apartments. The brief centred generous floorplans, abundant natural light, quality finishes, and strong connections to outdoor space.

PBD Architects drew inspiration from Roseville's established garden suburb character, creating a building that sits comfortably within its surroundings rather than dominating them. The architecture incorporates natural materials, soft forms, layered landscaping, expansive balconies, and generous setbacks to strengthen the connection between residents and the suburb's leafy environment.

"The focus was on designing spacious, house-like residences for discerning owner-occupiers and downsizers who wanted to remain on the North Shore without compromising on comfort, privacy, or design," PBD said.&nbsp;

"Every apartment was to feel considered, timeless, and highly functional."

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Inside, residences feature engineered timber flooring, stone kitchen benchtops and splashbacks, integrated Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, ducted air conditioning, and large outdoor entertaining areas designed to take advantage of district and treetop views.

Residents will also have access to a rooftop barbecue and lounge area, alongside practical amenities including parcel lockers, EV charging capability, bicycle storage, a dog wash bay, and a basement car wash facility.

The majority of purchasers so far have been local owner-occupiers from Roseville, Lindfield, Chatswood, Killara, and the broader Upper North Shore, many of whom are transitioning from larger family homes.

"Buyers are looking for spacious, house-like apartments that allow them to downsize without feeling like they are sacrificing comfort or functionality," Hyecorp noted.

"They value large kitchens, generous living areas, ample storage, quality finishes, secure parking, lift access, and low-maintenance living."

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Juliet sits directly opposite Roseville Train Station and within walking distance of Roseville Village, while Chatswood's retail and dining precinct is only minutes away. The development is also surrounded by some of Sydney's most established schools, including Roseville College, Ravenswood, Pymble Ladies' College, and Knox Grammar, as well as nearby parklands and golf courses.

Juliet is currently more than 75 per cent sold ahead of its anticipated completion in late 2026.

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Juliet to sit quietly amid Roseville apartment boom

Sherpa Property Group has unveiled the third instalment of its Flourish series, securing full approval for the two-tower, $500 million Flourish Soleira development in Palm Beach.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-soleira-1150-1154-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Soleira</a> will rise from a prominent site in the commercial heart of Palm Beach, the long-time home of Cash Converters and a range of local retailers.

The project will introduce a new retail and dining precinct at ground level, beneath 286 apartments.

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“We’re very committed to not only providing affordable residential offerings that are much needed in Palm Beach, but also delivering a vibrant new commercial heart that complements the extraordinary growth of the southern Gold Coast,” Sherpa Property Group founder Christie Leet said.

The development will sit under Sherpa's Flourish brand, which is aimed at providing a pathway into the beachside suburb for locals, first-home buyers and downsizers. In a move designed to assist first-home buyers entering the market, Sherpa has reserved all one and two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments exclusively for eligible first-home buyers.

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“Our vision through Flourish is to create a vibrant retail and lifestyle focal point within the Palm Beach centre zone, delivering thriving communities underpinned by lifestyle-rich locations,” Leet said.

“So far, Flourish has been an incredible success, and we hope to carry this momentum as we progress the next two Flourish projects in Palm Beach.”

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Located across 1150-1164 Gold Coast Highway and 3 Sixth Avenue, the development will comprise two towers. The northern tower will deliver 154 apartments, while the southern tower will add a further 132 residences, helping address ongoing demand for new apartments in the tightly held coastal suburb.

Flourish Soleira will also feature the most extensive rooftop amenity offering ever delivered in Palm Beach.

The two towers will be connected by a skybridge, with residents gaining access to a rooftop recreation deck featuring a full-width swimming pool, hot and cold plunge pools, wellness spaces, a gymnasium, private dining facilities, massage treatment rooms, barbecue areas, a basketball court, golf simulator, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, sun lounges and extensive landscaping.

LPS Group is expected to start construction later this year.

Sherpa is already well advanced on construction of its debut Flourish project, Flourish Amargo, located just around the corner from Soleira. Meanwhile, Flourish Oasis, positioned opposite Amargo, recently commenced construction and has nearly sold out its collection of 47 apartments.

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Sherpa unveils $500m mixed-use Palm Beach precinct, Flourish Soleira

Are mortgage holders set to get a reprieve from the RBA in 2026?

Big Four bank NAB believes so. They are now expecting the next move from the RBA to be a cut, rather than a hike, which they had pencilled in for August. They are unsure of the timing of the cut however, they note in their latest&nbsp;NAB Economics RBA Watch.

NAB Chief Economist, Dr Sally Auld, said recent data suggests the economy has lost momentum and the outlook for rates has shifted, noting that the broader economic backdrop has changed since earlier in the year.

“The next move in the cash rate is likely to be down, but the timing is uncertain," Dr Auld said.

"In February, growth was above trend, the economy was operating above capacity and there was uncertainty over the restrictiveness of rates. None of these conditions exist today,” she outlined.

Dr Auld said recent data pointed to softer momentum across the economy while acknowledging that at the same time, uncertainty remains a key feature of the outlook.

“Both Q1 GDP data and the NAB business survey suggest momentum in the economy has slowed, meaning that growth has likely peaked for the cycle. That said, we are cognisant there is still considerable uncertainty around the outlook, both with respect to activity and inflation.”

Dr Auld said inflation risks and labour market outcomes would be important to watch.

“On the prices side, we are still forecasting above target core inflation through to mid-2027. Margins will compress and weaker labour market outcomes are a risk.”

She said tighter financial conditions are expected to weigh on housing and activity.

“Tighter financial conditions will be reflected in a slowing in house price growth and housing credit growth. In summary, we have greater conviction that the next move in rates is down, but less conviction on the timing.”

Alison Warters

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