Due to the rich amenity surrounding the area and the diversity of product available, demand for Woodlea continues to remain strong.

Woodlea has again sold out its latest two releases within hours of launching, known as Westrise, with affordable parkfront townhomes for first home buyers, and The Yards, with premium lots in the heart of Aintree.

Comprising just eight townhomes fronting a reserve and adventure playground, Westrise sold out in just three-hours and received major interest with 115 registrations.

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Offering accessible prices for first-home buyers, Woodlea buyer Josiah Krznaric jumped at the opportunity to step into Woodlea when Westrise was released, with prices starting from just $445,000.

&quot;We had been looking at Woodlea&#39;s previous releases, but didn&#39;t feel we had enough savings to commit. This release ticked every box when looking for our first home. The town centre is within walking distance, but far enough from the hustle and bustle.&rdquo;

&ldquo;The five per cent deposit was a big advantage for us. We did some exploring throughout the town and fell in love with the community feeling, and how well everything is presented across the neighbourhood. We&rsquo;re also excited about all the plans and future growth, like the additional infrastructure,&rdquo; said Krznaric.

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While demand for townhouses within the community show no sign of slowing down, Woodlea&rsquo;s most recent land release, The Yards, experienced a similar result with all 20 lots in the latest release snapped up within the first day of launch, including buyers who already call Woodlea home.

Located North of Taylors Road in Aintree and within walking distance to future state-of-the-art amenities, The Yards is nestled amongst public primary and secondary schools, an active open space, indoor sports centre, major town centre and more, attracting both the upgrader and families.

Woodlea Project Director Matthew Dean said The Yards will cater to the increased demand for land within the highly desirable Aintree postcode.

&ldquo;The Yards will help cater to the regional boom we&rsquo;re still witnessing since 2020, where families are seeking more land and space to grow, while still having everything within easy reach such as schools, major town centres and more.

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&ldquo;All stock within Aintree has been highly sought after, including townhomes, and even if the market fluctuates we&#39;re confident that this neighbourhood will remain a desired location as it&#39;s right in the heart of Woodlea,&rdquo; said Dean.

Winner of the UDIA Victoria 2021 Awards for Excellence within the Masterplanned Development category, Woodlea is a major asset for the west, comprising prestigious schools, &lsquo;destination style&rsquo; playgrounds, parks and sporting facilities and is home to a large-scale Town Centre, Woodlea Town.

Currently home to 10,500 residents, this number is set to grow to 20,000 residents upon completion.

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Comprising just eight townhomes fronting a reserve and adventure playground, Westrise sold out in just three-hours and received major interest with 115 registrations.



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Demand for Woodlea continues as latest releases sell out within hours

The recently launched Walsh Grange, in Melbourne's Ormond, is drawing attention from everyone, from first home buyers to downsizers.

Projects by Buxton director Heath Thompson says it's due to the uniqueness of the project.

"There's nothing nearby locally that offers such a wide mix of both configurations, price point, and quality of development," Thompson says.

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Young families have shown keen interest in the larger three-bedroom apartments, particular the ground-level garden apartments that offer extensive landscaped courtyards, most of which are north facing.

“With Kilvington Grammar just around the corner, along with a host of other schools and parks and family-orientated amenity, we’re expecting to have a number of buyers amalgamate apartments also, to create that bigger space that is taking over the current property market," Thompson adds.

There's a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments on offer in the development of just 23 contemporary units.

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The project is being developed as a joint venture between CQ Property Developments and Loi Projects. the latter being behind the likes of Arbour Park in Surrey Hills and MaSt in Brighton.

Walsh Grange has been designed by the local architecture studio Telha Clarke&nbsp;to deliver the security of community and the comfort of a private, premium residence.

The modern low-rise building focussing on creating connections to nature through the&nbsp;surrounding gardens and trees.&nbsp;

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On the fringes of Brighton and Caulfield, Ormond is well connected to the rest of Melbourne through extensive bus&nbsp;and train network, as well as&nbsp;access to major road networks.

The small pocket in the Glen Eira district has grown substantially, and is&nbsp;now brimming with&nbsp;bustling retail precincts, extensive amenities and education options, as well as having many spacious public parks and gardens, and of course its proximity to Brighton Beach.

Ormond came to life more than 150 years ago, growing with the nearby CBD while still maintaining its community charm of a Bayside lifestyle.

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Melbourne-based architects, Telha Clarke designed the Ormond apartments with the modern low-rise building focussing on creating connections through shared public spaces and surrounding garden and trees. 



How Walsh Grange brings something different to Melbourne's Ormond

The Chatswood CBD skyline is set for a further revamp, with plans for a soaring 90-metre tower lodged by the continually busy Goldfields Group.

Located at 871-877 Pacific Hwy, the $50.6 million project is set to deliver 76 apartments, along with three levels of retail and office space, on a 1,432 sqm site wedged between the North Shore Rail Line and the Pacific Hwy.

Make Architects were selected to lead the design of the project following a competition, with the initial entries lodged back in 2021, before being reworked and refined to what it is today.

The buildings form is massed, with the strategy in place to create a clean, slender tower, according to the architects.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-bryson-of-chatswood-3-wilson-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">To track the project and be alerted when it hits sale, enquire here.</a>

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A render of the proposed development at&nbsp;at 871-877 Pacific Hwy. Credit: Make Architects

“The resulting envelope is a simple elegant mass, split into 4 vertical quadrants. An open level of residential amenity helps create a clear delineation between the commercial podium and the residential tower above,” said Make in their design proposal.

Built with a series of four vertical blade walls, the development intends to maximise both residential and public amenity by the way of outdoor terraces and public open space.

The facades of the bladed walls have been designed to maximise solar amenity, views and ventilation, while also providing shading and privacy.

Residences begin from level four, with the vertical blade walls splitting the floor plate into four quadrants, with each quarter becoming its own apartment.

“This promotes a feeling of individuality and ownership as well as providing visual privacy for each apartment,” Make Architects commented.

Levels 13 to 22 will home the typical mid residences, with this section of the building containing three apartments per floor.

The upper residences land across levels 23 to 25, with two three-bedroom apartments proposed, each with their own corner balcony, as well as a dedicated master-bedroom balcony.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-bryson-of-chatswood-3-wilson-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">To track the project and be alerted when it hits sale, enquire here.</a>

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Podium axonometric. Credit: Make Architects.

Crowning the tower, on level 26 will be the single penthouse apartment, with the quadruple-aspect residence providing 360 degree views out over Chatswood and to the distant Sydney CBD. Following an open plan design internally, the penthouse benefits from a large south facing entertaining terrace and adjoining plant room, as well as two north facing corner terraces.

There will be 11 one-bedroom apartments,&nbsp;48 two-bedders, and 17 three-bedroom apartments.

Private residential amenity is shared over the two podium rooftop levels. The southern rooftop at level two provides communal working and dining facilities, equipped with an outdoor dining area and a fire pit lounge, set amongst a walled garden and a planted terrace edge.

With a blend of social and practical uses, this amenity space provides residents with a tangible connection to lush green landscaping and native species says Make.

“Residents are encouraged to connect with nature by nurturing and harvesting the culinary species grown within the raised planters on the terrace.”

<a href="/new-apartments/the-bryson-of-chatswood-3-wilson-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">To track the project and be alerted when it hits sale, enquire here.</a>

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Proposal axonometric. Credit: Make Architects

The level three northern podium rooftop will provide an expansive external leisure terrace fitted out with an 18-metre lap pool, yoga terrace, sunken lounge, floating sunbeds and a garden reading lounge.

With a string of other major proposals currently under assessment, Goldfields said “the proposal would meet population growth in Chatswood partly driven by the opening of the new Metro station which links the suburb to Sydney’s north west.”

The north shore rail line runs along the eastern boundary of the site with the development nearby to Chatswood Station and other transport links. Future cycle lanes are also intended along both the Pacific Highway and Anderson Street, allowing improved cycle access into Chatswood CBD and the wider area.

The area is due to undergo significant redevelopment as part of the Chatswood CBD strategy 2036, which will see a considerable expansion of the existing CBD to the north, with the proposal to be located at the northern tip on the new CBD.

The proposal is among a growing list of skyscrapers planned in the Chatswood CBD including a 26 storey redevelopment of the Chatswood Mandarin Centre, a 22 storey expansion of Chatswood RSL, a 15 story apartment building at 3 Ellis St, and three towers on the corner of Victoria Ave and Brown St that would include an 18 storey hotel.

Make Architects were selected to lead the design of the project following a competition, with the initial entries lodged back in 2021, before being reworked and refined to what it is today.

Goldfields Group lodge plans for Chatswood apartments

The Brisbane-based property developer, HamBros, led by local developer Justin Ham, has lodged plans for a 27-level mixed-use development in the heart of Wynnum.

Ora, which will spread across a 7,278 sqm site&nbsp;at 74 Charlotte Street and 89 Bay Terrace,&nbsp;will be built behind the existing Wynnum Shopping Centre.

Ora, meaning &lsquo;edge&rsquo; in Latin, has been designed by Ivory Collective and will&nbsp;comprise 275 apartments, with the amalgamation also planned to be home to retail space, as well as two-levels of commercial space.

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&ldquo;Ora is a development that intertwines the beautiful bayside environment of Wynnum with the ease and luxury of unit living,&rdquo; architecture firm Ivory Collective noted in their&nbsp;design&nbsp;statement in the development application.

There will be 275 apartments in the development, made up of&nbsp;54 one-bedroom, 148 two-bedroom and 67 three-bedroom apartments, along with six three-bed plus multi-purpose-room penthouses. &nbsp;

Ora&rsquo;s floor plate is designed to orientate and capture as much of the East as possible, allowing for maximum exposure to the easterly breezes and bay views.

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A full recreation level is planned for level five, with a 528 sqm restaurant and bar, set around an expansive pool terrace as well as a wet deck, space, sauna and steam rooms, private cabanas, a cinema, barbecues, meeting rooms, wine rooms and function spaces.

&ldquo;The recreational level on Level 5 creates a space for both the public and residents alike to enjoy the beautiful bay views and surroundings,&quot; the statement added.

Drawing inspiration from the Wynnum foreshore in both its material and palette and building form, Ora is made up of clean off-white concrete and bronzed feature cladding and batten, reflecting the warmth and clarity of the Wynnum/Manly beach front,&nbsp;Ivory Collective noted.

Ora, which will spread across a 7,278 sqm site at 74 Charlotte Street and 89 Bay Terrace, will be built behind the existing Wynnum Shopping Centre

$130 million Wynnum CBD apartment development proposed

Cornus Developments has just launched its latest residential project at 1637 Malvern Road,&nbsp;Glen Iris, with the new project set to be released across two stages.

The first release stage is set to include a collection of one and two-bedroom apartments, starting from $545,000, while the second stage of the release will comprise a handful of two-bedroom residences, along with three-bedroom configurations.

The 42&nbsp;boutique apartments have been designed to cater for the downsizer and first-home buyer, with Cornus bringing their signature style to the Glen Iris development.

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The spacious apartments will be fitted with European marble benchtops and splashbacks in all kitchens and bathrooms, along with European oak engineered floorboards, Bosch appliances, Polytec&nbsp;custom joinery, and integrated dishwashers.

Opening out onto generously sized courtyards, residences are open and light, encompassing the Glen Iris charm in the architecture.

Located in the desirable pocket of Glen Iris, residents will enjoy close proximity to public transport and freeway access, as well as being nearby to educational institutes, an array of cafes and eateries and boutique fashion retailers.

&ldquo;As a trusted, reliable and experienced developer we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality homes in an appropriate timeframe with the build expected to take 12 months,&rdquo; said a Cornus spokesperson.

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&ldquo;Now is the best time to purchase as the project is in the pre-construction phase and purchasers can capitalise on the maximum off-the-plan stamp duty savings available,&rdquo; they added.

First home buyers purchasing an off-the-plan property in the state of Victoria can qualify for a stamp-duty concession if the home is valued at up to $1 million, until June 30 2023.

A full 100 per cent stamp duty exemption is also available for new residential properties that have been on the market for more than 12 months.

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Earlier this year, Cornus&nbsp;completed their <a href="/buildings/cornus-la-frank-362-burwood-highway-burwood">La Frank</a> project located at <a href="/buildings/cornus-la-frank-362-burwood-highway-burwood">362 Burwood Highway, Burwood</a>, as well as their <a href="/buildings/cornus-woodlands-1399-1401-dandenong-road-malvern-east">Woodlands</a> project at <a href="/buildings/cornus-woodlands-1399-1401-dandenong-road-malvern-east">1399 Dandenong Road, Malvern East</a>.

Construction is well underway at <a href="/buildings/cornus-carnegie-1258-glen-huntly-road-carnegie">Cornus Carnegie</a>, which is now over 60 per cent sold, with construction slated to commence soon on the group&#39;s <a href="/buildings/cornus-oakleigh-35-41-dalgety-street-oakleigh">Oakleigh project</a>.&nbsp;

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The 42 boutique apartments have been designed to cater for the downsizer and first-home buyer, with Cornus bringing their signature style to the Glen Iris development.



Cornus Developments launch Glen Iris apartments 

Keystone Property Group are well on track to deliver its latest apartment development, Ovation, in the heart of the burgeoning Footscray area.

Ovation, on the popular&nbsp;Buckley Street, is currently being built by&nbsp;Platinum Construction and will home&nbsp;131 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments just over five kilometres from the Melbourne CBD.

Kavellaris Urban Design (KUD) handled the design of Ovation.

KUD&#39;s&nbsp;Billy Kavellaris said the&nbsp;vision for the Buckley Street development was to honour Footscray&rsquo;s unique architectural character while still establishing a new level of design ingenuity for the area.

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&ldquo;Positioned in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s fastest emerging domains, innovation and liveability were of equal importance when designing ovation,&rdquo; Kavellaris said.

The fa&ccedil;ade speaks to the domain&rsquo;s industrial past, exhibiting red brick, concrete and steel, while the building&rsquo;s form is bold in its depiction of recessed voids, distinctive shapes and protrusions.

Bringing a layer of greenery to the development, the landscape design by John Patrick Landscape Architects is integrated tactfully into recesses on the fa&ccedil;ade, juxtaposing the building&rsquo;s-built form with lush, natural beauty.

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According to the architects, Ovation&rsquo;s interiors were designed to evoke a homely atmosphere and a sense of familiarity in residents.

Featuring textured timber joinery teamed with oak floors, kitchen bench-tops are appointed with a modern concrete finish, along with brushed-nickel and matte black tap-ware, Bosch appliances and integrated storage.

The interiors of Ovation are also very much defined by what exists outside of the apartments, with full height windows enveloping residences with natural sunlight whilst also providing vistas to the city skyline and surrounding streetscapes.

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Level one of Ovation is where the residential amenities are located. The facilities include a lap pool, theatre, and barbecue and dining areas.

On the outskirts of the Melbourne CBD, Footscray is a rare suburb&nbsp;that, while possessing a strong village atmosphere, enjoys connectivity characteristic to that of a city fringe locale.

Located in the heart of Middle Footscray, Ovation reaps all the benefits of this attribute, close to public transport and an exorbitant list of convenient amenity.

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KUD's Billy Kavellaris said the vision for the Buckley Street development was to honour Footscray’s unique architectural character while still establishing a new level of design ingenuity for the area


Keystone Property’s Ovation apartments under-construction in Footscray

Spacious Group’s latest residential development, Voyage, has been designed by the Melbourne-based Cheah Saw Architecture, who took inspiration from its enviable location in the beachside suburb of Altona.

Located at 102-106 Pier Street, Voyager has an asymmetrical form with refined materiality.

The architecture takes on the surrounding landscape, referencing the natural beauty of Altona, structured with a contemporary edge.

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“We wanted to encapsulate the best of living in Altona, by the beach yet with all the conveniences of a bustling retail precinct at your doorstep,” Eugene Cheah and Joanne Saw said.&nbsp;

“By connecting the residences to the memories and experiences of the beach - the reflections and refractions on the water, the dappled light, sea breeze - we wanted these experiences to enhance the rituals of daily living at Voyage, so that residents would always be aware of their beautiful coastal location.”

The layered and textured design is echoed throughout the interiors, creating a sense of unison between the outdoor and indoor spaces with the flow of the living areas benefitting from full-height windows, before opening out onto expansive outdoor spaces.

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“We wrapped the building in a translucent screen to give privacy from the street and protect from the weather, whilst still allowing outdoor living year-round," the duo added.

“The glistening sunlight on the waves is translated into the dappled light filtering through perforated screens.

“These outdoor rooms, while still private and protected, mediate between the domestic interior spaces of the residences and the urban context and expansive surrounding coastal landscape."

Tying into the Altona landscape, Voyage is an extension of Pier Street and the Altona Pier out into the bay. The architecture evokes the experiences of the beach close by says Cheah and Saw

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“The greenery of the foreshore reserves is echoed in the landscaped courtyard running through the heart of the project.”

The garden is overlooked by the bridges that connects the two residential blocks, raised over the ground floor, it opens up the building to views toward the ocean and envelopes apartments in natural light.

“We’re very excited by the expansive communal garden located in the heart of the project, where residents can relax in their own private oasis whilst taking in the prime views of Voyage’s location.”

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The layered and textured design is echoed throughout the interiors, creating a sense of unison between the outdoor and indoor spaces with the flow of the living areas benefitting from full-height windows, before opening out onto expansive outdoor spaces.



How Cheah Saw Architecture designed the Altona Voyage apartments: Five minutes with Eugene Cheah and Joanne Saw

The national development giant, Meriton, has been given the green light to commence with one of the next stages of their&nbsp;Pagewood Green&nbsp;masterplan.

The Bayside Council signed off on the development of 42 three and four-bedroom townhouses, a handful with their own granny flats.

The townhouses have been designed by PTW Architects and&nbsp;will range in size from 116 sqm to 172 sqm.

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Meriton recently launched Uccello,&nbsp;a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments in the 16 hectare masterplan.

Designed by SJB Architects, Uccello&rsquo;s towers will rise 20 levels above the brand new Pagewood Centro retail precinct, which will form the Town Centre, offering 23 specialty stores, a major national supermarket and an open-air laneway lined with restaurants.

Boasting the tallest towers in Pagewood and Eastgardens, bookended by two expansive parks, Uccello sits adjacent to the newly completed 8,000 sqm Central Park, which features a basketball court, outdoor gym, state-of-the-art kids&rsquo; playground and barbecue facilities, as well as the future 2,700 sqm Community Park.

Within the towers, the landscaped podium garden is home to a range of residential amenity including an outdoor resort-style 20-metre pool, a spa, sauna, indoor gym, and a barbecue pavilion.

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Crowning Uccello is the rooftop garden, encompassing sweeping views of the neighbouring eastern suburbs and city beyond.

Four onsite childcare centres are proposed for the Meriton development, as well as electric car charging provisions, MyParcel locker systems, carwash bays and a dedicated onsite building manager, available to cater to all the residents&rsquo; and property needs.

The Eastgardens project benefits from an onsite bus stop, with direct services to Bondi Junction and Kingsford Light Rail Station.

The Eastgardens Westfield bus interchange is only next door, with the residences also enjoying proximity to Maroubra Beach, the University of NSW and the Prince of Wales Hospital all just around three-kilometres away.

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The first stage of the masterplan, Uccello, a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments across two towers, launched recently.




Meriton secure approval for townhouse stage at Pagewood Green masterplan

Apartment seekers in Sydney&#39;s Inner West&nbsp;will get a rare chance to secure a soon-to-be completed apartment in Enfield, as the&nbsp;Coronation Park development hits the market.

Coronation Park, developed by Sukkar Construction,&nbsp;will feature under 60&nbsp;one and two-bedroom apartments to a design by Olsson &amp; Associates.

HAUS Agency Director Sean Dowling says the architecturally planning invested&nbsp;in Coronation Park is the benchmark for everything that follows in the creation of each home.

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&quot;All the necessities in life are included, from the secure underground parking and video intercom lift access to the sun-drenched expansive balconies,&rdquo; Dowling noted.

Enfield is an area on the flanks of Sydney&rsquo;s Inner West, experiencing a sustained expansion in terms of both key transport and lifestyle advantages.

Coronation Park is situated close to express CBD bus stops, as well as being nearby to Strathfield, Ashfield and Burwood station, making commuting a breeze for buyers who aren&rsquo;t working from home.

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&ldquo;You&rsquo;re a short stroll to rolling parklands and sporting facilities, dog friendly, off-leash enclosures and the renowned Ashfield Aquatic Centre,&rdquo; Dowling added.

The development sits within easy reach of both public and private schools including Enfield Public School, Strathfield South High School and several quality childcare centres.

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Coronation Park&rsquo;s one and two-bedroom apartments are priced from $650,000, with a newly completed display apartment open for inspection at 12 Coronation Parade.

About the developer:

Developer and builder, Sukkar Construction, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Coronation Park with projects across Sydney.

They believe it&rsquo;s imperative that established areas of Sydney within reach of the CBD are revitalised to meet the needs of new home owners and the communities that are such an integral part of their lives.

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Coronation Park, developed by Sukkar Construction, will feature under 60 one and two-bedroom apartments to a design by Olsson & Associates.



Coronation Park apartments in Enfield launched

Bassar Construction Group, who are&nbsp;behind the sold-out Broadbeach apartment building&nbsp;Infinity, is preparing to release its second Broadbeach project.

Bassar, who sold out the 62-apartment, 39-storey Infinity development in March, currently under construction on the corner of Surf Parade and George Avenue, has secured a site at 14-18 Mary Avenue to develop Eternity.

Kollosche agent Simon Worthington negotiated the off-market sale of the&nbsp;1518 sqm site&nbsp;for $16.6 million.

That sale, which settled at the start of May, paves the way for Eternity, a DA-approved 35-level development comprised of 88 apartments, including two penthouses, and resort-style amenities.

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“The major appeal of this site is the unobstructed ocean views because that is what people expect when they visualise their sea change on the Gold Coast,” said Leo Sarris, who heads up Bassar Construction Group alongside Simon Bassil.

“Our commitment and focus remain in Broadbeach because we feel it is the suburb that caters for everyone and everything you need is within walking distance.” Located opposite Broadbeach State School, the site is currently home to two seventies-style blocks of flats across two titles."

Gold Coast-based Plus Architecture has been engaged to conceive a slender design which improves upon an existing development approval sold with the site.

Eternity will offer three and four-bedroom floor plans ranging from 190 sqm to 300 sqm, in addition to the 500 sqm for the penthouse suites.

Apartments will each have a double garage, while the penthouses come with triple car parking, a rooftop terrace and a plunge pool.

Residents will also benefit from a magnesium pool and spa, infrared sauna, steam room, gym and residents’ lounge.

“We know that buyers in the luxury space prefer to have larger apartments,” said Sarris.

“That third or fourth bedroom is important for downsizers who like to host guests and for growing families who prefer easy, low-maintenance living.”

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Kollosche New Projects has been appointed as the exclusive selling agents for Eternity, with registrations of interest now being taken ahead of the official project launch in June.

Hutchinson Builders, who are also building Infinity, have been appointed by open negotiation to lead a 2.5-year construction timeline which would see the team break dirt in early 2023.

Sarris noted the key relationships forged on Infinity have carried over to Eternity, creating not only a smooth pathway for the developer but also&nbsp;confidence for buyers.

“Aligning ourselves with the right people in the industry has been key to our success on the Gold Coast to date and we’ve been very deliberate in taking those relationships into our next project,” said Sarris.

“When you look at the issues we’ve faced as an industry through Covid – be that increases in material prices and supply issues – you’re always better off working with people that you know will take the project to completion with you.”

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With the last of Infinity’s 62 apartments having sold in March, Bassar has wasted no time sourcing a prime site for its next high end apartment project.



Bassar Construction Group set for Eternity, Broadbeach apartment tower

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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Joel Robinson

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.”

Mortgage relief? NAB forecasts RBA rate cut, not hike, after softer economic conditions

A local downsizer has splashed $6.5 million on a penthouse in Perifa's Alex &amp; Willow development in Crows Nest. 
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The purchaser sold their long-held family home in the area before embarking on a six-month search for the right apartment. After inspecting a range of options across the Lower North Shore, the buyer returned to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/alex-willow-crows-nest-82-90-alexander-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Alex &amp; Willow</a>. 
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The buyer profile reflects the project’s broader purchaser mix. <a>Alex &amp; Willow</a> has attracted predominantly local downsizers looking to transition from larger homes without compromising on space or quality, alongside a smaller cohort of upsizers and investors drawn to the project’s location and design credentials. 
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The milestone sale comes as the project, developed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/perifa">Perifa</a>&nbsp;and delivered by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/versatile-made-construction">Versatile Construction</a>, both part of Versatile Group, reaches 60 per cent sold.

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Eddie Mansour, Managing Partner of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/ray-white-projects">Ray White Projects</a>, said the result demonstrates not only a headline price but also depth of demand. 
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“This is an exceptional outcome and a clear reflection of sustained buyer demand for premium, well-located downsizer product,” Mansour said.

“We’re seeing a consistent pattern of local homeowners selling family residences and reinvesting into high-quality apartments that allow them to remain within their community. Alex &amp; Willow has resonated strongly with this group because it offers genuine scale, thoughtful design and immediate proximity to the village.” 
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The sale reflects a broader and consistent trend of local downsizers actively seeking high-quality, low-maintenance residences close to established village centres. Agents report that demand for this product type has remained resilient, particularly where developments offer a rare combination of scale, design quality and walkable amenity. 
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Fabrizio Perilli, Managing Director of Perifa and Versatile Group, said the sale marks a defining moment for the project. 
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“The penthouse sale is a strong endorsement of the quality we have delivered, alongside our partners, and the clear demand from local downsizers for premium, boutique residences in this location,” Perilli said.&nbsp; 
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“Most importantly, we’re proud to see the Alex &amp; Willow community beginning to take shape. As we move closer to completion, we’re looking forward to welcoming residents and seeing the project come to life.”&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/nettletontribe">Nettleton Tribe</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richards Stanisich</a>, Alex &amp; Willow is a boutique collection of generously sized two- and three-bedroom residences in the heart of Crows Nest village.&nbsp;

Completion is slated for early 2027.

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Alex & Willow, Crows Nest penthouse sells off the plan for $6.5 million

Fresh from launching the first stage of its Wollongong precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/keira-place-wollongong-120-122-smith-street-wollongong-nsw-2500">Keira Place</a>, builder-developer Urban Property Group has unveiled plans for the next phase of the masterplanned community.

Now on public exhibition through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority pathway is a State Significant Development Application for a further 657 homes on the prominent gateway site opposite Beaton Park.

The proposal comprises three buildings, including two build-to-sell towers rising 25 and 30 storeys, delivering 391 apartments, alongside a 12-storey co-living building with 266 residences, making it one of the largest co-living proposals currently planned in regional New South Wales.

Of the apartments proposed in the build-to-sell towers, the majority, 310, are two-bedroom dwellings. The balance comprises 44 one-bedroom apartments and 37 three-bedroom residences. Apartment sizes range from around 50 sqm for one-bedroom homes to approximately 90 sqm for three-bedroom apartments.

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The submission says the proposal has evolved significantly from its original Housing Delivery Authority application following extensive consultation with the State Design Review Panel and Wollongong City Council.

The final scheme has been designed to align with the emerging vision for the Flinders Street Precinct, an area identified by Council as a future high-density mixed-use neighbourhood capable of accommodating substantial housing growth close to transport, employment and community infrastructure.

According to the design report prepared by COX Architecture, the development aims to "deliver a built outcome consistent with the future character of the Wollongong CBD while responding to the site's unique constraints and opportunities."

"Our vision for the next phase of the site evolution in Wollongong is grounded in three design pillars that guide the design response: place, natural environment and celebration," COX said.

"Inspired by its surroundings and grounded in the stories of place on Wodi Wodi Country, the design proposal acknowledges the established character of its setting while creating a unique and timeless identity that sits harmoniously within it.

"The design proposal responds to its specific site conditions, acknowledging the vegetation, climate, wind conditions and solar access of the site."

The architecture responds directly to the site's position between Wollongong's urban core and its natural landscape setting.

COX identified views towards Mount Keira and the Illawarra Escarpment as defining features of the site, while the upper levels of the towers will also capture expansive views across the city and out to the Pacific Ocean.

The design team has positioned the tallest buildings closer to the rail corridor, where overshadowing impacts can be better managed while establishing a landmark built form on the northern approach into the city.

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Urban Property Group secured the 11,000 sqm Smith Street site in 2022 and has since progressed plans for the broader Keira Place precinct.

Construction recently commenced on the first stage of Keira Place, which will deliver 150 apartments across two residential buildings, including 27 affordable housing apartments and 18 specialist disability accommodation dwellings, alongside activated ground-floor retail and commercial space.

Urban Co-CEO Patrick Elias said the commencement of construction marked a significant milestone for Wollongong and reflected the developer's long-term commitment to regional cities.

"Today's groundbreaking is about turning approvals into homes and moving quickly to deliver much-needed housing in Wollongong's city centre," Elias said.

"Keira Place will provide a diverse mix of homes close to jobs, transport and services, while setting a high benchmark for quality, durability and consumer protection."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/groundbreaking-marks-start-of-construction-at-keira-place-in-wollongong-cbd">Groundbreaking marks start of construction at Keira Place in Wollongong CBD</a>

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Alison Warters

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