Brisbane's premier riverfront suburbs have long been sought-after for apartment dwellers.

It's more common for new projects to appear in the likes of Newstead, Albion and New Farm, than it is in Bulimba.

But the small suburb south of the Brisbane River looks set for a new development, with Chris Mundey, Founder and Managing Director of Friday Capital, submitting plans for a new development at 43 Wambool Street.

Looking to tap into the high-end downsizer market, the building will comprise just eight three-bedroom apartments across a three-level building.

Brisbane locals, Gatehouse Architects have been appointed to design the project on the large 1,012 sqm site, with the main design intent focusing on seamlessly integrating into the existing neighbourhood's character and charm.

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Located at 43 Wambool Street, the development's design is centred around the concept of incorporating natural light into the living spaces, creating an open and airy atmosphere that encourages a sense of community, harmony, and tranquility. The architecture blends modern and traditional elements, using carefully selected building materials that match the surrounding context.

The building's large windows, balconies, and terraces take advantage of Brisbane's sunny climate and leafy green surroundings, providing residents with a sense of openness and connection to the outside world while maintaining privacy and security.

The addition of a rooftop communal area is designed to encourage social interaction and community across the site, with&nbsp;the 84 sqm space featuring a permeable pergola structure, as well as a range of passive and active recreation opportunities, including a lounge area and outdoor dining space.

The development is designed to respond to Brisbane's subtropical climate and lifestyle, with all units featuring well-proportioned living areas and balconies that create indoor/outdoor living spaces, maximising access to natural light and ventilation.

Ground level units include private open spaces comprising patio areas ranging in size between 25 sqm to 46 sqm, while upper-level units feature balconies ranging in size between 19 sqm through to 48 sqm.

The additional landscaping on the rooftop space further softens the built form from the streetscape and adjoining properties, adding to the amenity of the communal area.

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Residents will be just over 200 metres from the bustling Oxford Street, which is home to a mix of retail and food outlets, health care services, bars and cinemas. A number of bus routes also run along Oxford Street, while the Bulimba Ferry Terminal is less than a kilometre away.

The heritage-listed Bulimba Memorial Park is also just a short walk.

Prior to launching Friday Capital, Mundey was the Head of Consulting and Capital Management at an East Coast Boutique Advisory firm and was the lead partner in its Sydney office, with the group working across the eastern seaboard, with projects in Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.&nbsp;

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The developer has tapped Brisbane locals, Gatehouse Architects to design the project on the large 1,012 sqm site

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First look: New plans lodged set to tap into high end Bulimba apartment market

The Gold Coast property market is holding up considerably better than some of its southern counterparts, recent research conducted by national project marketing agency Colliers found.

Colliers' latest Market Overview has revealed that the median house price on the Gold Coast has only dropped by $15,000, or -1.5 per cent, to reach $925,000 by the end of 2022 -&nbsp;down from the $940,000 reported by Colliers previously at the peak of the market in June last year.

This is in stark contrast to the rest of the country, where national house prices have fallen more than five times the rate of the Gold Coast.

The report highlights that Gold Coast's property market has remained relatively stable despite the national market experiencing a record fall of 8.4 per cent in CoreLogic's Daily Home Value Index from May last year until January 7 this year.

Colliers’ Gold Coast director-in-charge Steven King said the latest data, supported by continued growth in the city’s commercial property sector, demonstrates that Gold Coast property prices are holding firm amid volatile conditions nationally.

“The latest population forecasts, the strength of the Gold Coast’s employment market and the massive investment in infrastructure across the city is providing the local property market with remarkable resilience,” King said.

“Certainly, we’re seeing challenges across the board, driven by higher construction costs and labour constraints causing ongoing housing supply issues, but the Gold Coast is still firing on all cylinders from an economic perspective which will continue to support the residential and commercial sectors in the near term.”

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The Colliers Market Overview report for February 2023 offers a robust view of the Gold Coast property market with resilience in residential property spilling over into the office, industrial and retail sectors.

The report forecasts the Gold Coast economy will grow four per cent a year over the next three years, making it an economic hotspot in comparison to the Reserve Bank’s estimates of 1.5 per cent growth in the national economy in 2023 and 2024.

Employment on the Gold Coast grew by one per cent over the year, keeping the jobless rate at 2.9 per cent, well below the national rate of 3.7 per cent.

“The Gold Coast employment market is among the tightest in the country, with the jobs market well supported by new businesses relocating to the city to capitalise on emerging growth opportunities,” said King.

Among the key metrics revealed in the Colliers report is the massive take-up of office space on the Gold Coast over the past two years amid low construction activity in the sector.

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The Colliers report notes that retail rents on the Gold Coast have risen by 15 to 20 per cent on average over the year due to rising occupancies, population growth, limited new supply, and higher construction costs.

Supporting the Colliers report’s growth forecasts are projections of massive population increases for key Gold Coast suburbs over the next two decades.

The city’s northern and western suburbs will sustain the highest growth as the city heads towards a population of nearly one million people by 2041 – an increase of 48 per cent from current levels.

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Ormeau-Oxenford will make up most of that population expansion with another 114,000 people expected to live there by 2041. Coomera's population is likely to almost&nbsp;triple, while Worongary-Tallai, Southport-North, and Mermaid Beach-Broadbeach are each expected to double in population.

“These growth forecasts underpin the pace of activity we are currently experiencing across each of the key property categories,” said King.

“The high growth areas to the north and west are likely to drive sustained demand for new developments such as retail to service these areas, as well as industrial and commercial areas to provide key local employments nodes.”

National house prices have fallen more than five times the rate of the Gold Coast over the last 12 months

Gold Coast riding out 2022/23 property correction: Colliers report

Kirra, the small enclave part of the wider Coolangatta, is one of the most sought-after spots across the whole of the Gold Coast.

There's Kirra Point, the world renowned surf break which will be the focal point of the surf events at the 2032 Summer Olympics.

Development down near the water has generally been boutique in nature over the last few years, with most apartments on Musgrave Street and Marine Parade starting from well over the $2 million mark.

Overlooking it all is Kirra Hill, slightly up the slope but still just 350 metres from the sand.

That's where Immerse Projects have found a gap in the market, bringing a more affordable product to the area which has been starved of entry-level stock since Miles Residences by KTQ sold out in early 2020.

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Immerse, led by construction industry veteran John Kearney who leads building firm Greyburn, is developing Rhythm Kirra Hill at 30 Garrick Street, a seven-level building with just 40 apartments.

Prices start from $720,000 for the 71 sqm, one-bedroom units. The two-beds are priced under $1 million, and the largest apartments on offer, the three-bedders with a multi-purpose room, are available at $1,355,000.

A short walk from the famous surf, Rhythm is also a stone’s throw from a vibrant café and dining scene, which is just 150 metres away, with an eclectic collection of high-end restaurants, casual eateries and coffee spots, and unique bars.

The Kirra Point Precinct and The Strand Beachfront Shopping Precinct are 600 metres from Rhythm.

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Kirra and Coolangatta are also home to a collection of beachside boutiques and shopping, while also being just a short drive from national and international retailers at the Gold Coast’s major shopping centre, Pacific Fair.&nbsp;

For those who prefer to get around on public transport, there are several bus routes that service the area, with the main bus terminal located on Griffin Street.

Another popular option is to cycle or walk,&nbsp;with several dedicated paths and trails leading to the beach and other attractions within Coolangatta.&nbsp;

Greyburn kicked off construction on Rhythm in February. They anticipate an 18-month build.

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Kearney says the company is well positioned to deliver Rhythm, having successfully completed a variety of residential projects across South-East Queensland.

“Demand for premium beachside apartments on the southern Gold Coast is higher than ever, so we are excited to be officially under construction with project certainty to bring this highly-desirable project to life."

Jayde Pezet of Pezet Matheson, who is selling Rhythm Kira Hill alongside Ashwin Property, says construction comes hot off the back of strong enquiry for the project.

“The project has been exceptionally well received and many prospective buyers have been enticed by the project’s close proximity to key lifestyle amenities,” Pezet said.

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Immerse, led by construction industry veteran John Kearney who leads building firm Greyburn, is developing Rhythm Kirra Hill at 30 Garrick Street, a seven-level building with just 40 apartments

Rhythm Kirra Hill: How Rhythm apartments take advantage of the Kirra lifestyle

The Rainbow Bay lifestyle is one that focuses on wellbeing.&nbsp;

Known to locals as 'the island' the idyllic stretch of coastline has long been sought after, due to its laid-back and relaxed atmosphere, making it the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city living.&nbsp;

Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Group have taken the vibe of the suburb and put that into their latest residential development, Esprit, which adds a new addition to the skyline.

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Not your typical high-rise apartment complex. Crowning Esprit is Club Esprit, a unique residential rooftop deck that's designed to promote wellbeing and self-care among its residents.&nbsp;

The centrepiece of Club Esprit is its 25 metre magnesium lap pool, which is surrounded by wet daybeds and poolside cabanas, where residents will be able to lounge by the pool, soak up the sun and take in views of the coastline.

There are also multiple barbecue areas, which gives residents the ability to dine alfresco.

Club Esprit also has a yoga and relaxation play lawn where residents can unwind and stretch, with the lush greenery and serene atmosphere transporting any user to a state of zen.

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For those who love to entertain, Club Esprit has a private dining room with a kitchen scullery, bar, lounges, and an outdoor terrace, positioned as the perfect setting for a dinner party or special occasion.&nbsp;

Club Esprit also boasts a rooftop wellness centre that's fully equipped with a Technogym, ice bath, infra-red sauna, steam room, thermal room, and treatment room.&nbsp;

The ice bath, infra-red sauna, and steam room provide the perfect recovery after a workout, while the thermal room is a unique feature that combines different types of heat therapy to improve circulation, boost the immune system, and relieve stress.&nbsp;If you're in need of some TLC, the treatment room is the place to be.

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Hutchinson Builders are currently construction Esprit, which is slated for completion by mid-2024.

There will be 94 apartments delivered across the dual frontage site at&nbsp;217-227 Boundary Street,&nbsp;with a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments.

Cottee Parker has designed the apartments, with prices starting from just under $900,000 for a two-bed, two-bathroom and one car space apartment. The three-bedders come with two car spaces at Esprit. They range from $1,915,000 to $2,555,000.

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Known to locals as 'the island' the idyllic stretch of coastline has long been sought after, due to its laid-back and relaxed atmosphere

Club Esprit: The ultimate rooftop retreat for wellness and self-care

Green Square’s urban renewal is taking place across Beaconsfield and Zetland, and parts of Rosebery, Alexandria and Waterloo.

Revitalising the heritage and charm of this inner-city area, the precinct will be transformed into a major lifestyle and entertainment hub, replete with retail, office and state-of-the-art community facilities.

As one of Australia’s fastest growing neighbourhoods with over 30,000 new residential dwellings expected by 2030, developers have been quick to take advantage of the growth, with development giant Deicorp next on the list with their Zetland residential project, Downtown.&nbsp;

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Downtown offers a collection of one, two, and three-bedroom residences that exude sophistication and elegance, with the project designed to echo Zetland's urban energy.&nbsp;

437 apartments will be delivered across the&nbsp;106-116 Epsom Road site, with&nbsp;MHNDU and BVN Architects collaborating in the design of the four unique buildings.&nbsp;

A range of floorplans are on offer, including open plan two-level apartments, which benefit from off street access.&nbsp;

The spacious living areas include sleek and functional kitchens, with SMEG appliances, while a merge between indoor and outdoor living has been created through the private balconies positioned as additional entertaining areas.&nbsp;

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The large, king-sized bedrooms feature generous built-in or walk-in robes, with buyer's able to further customise their space with an optional study or dry bar.&nbsp;

The buildings at Downtown will be crowned by rooftop gardens, surrounded by generous lush landscaping, in addition to the various verdant pathways which not only connect the buildings but also the community.&nbsp;

Downtown is conveniently located just a short stroll to the East Village shopping centre, as well as Green Square Train Station, which will get residents to the CBD in a flash or the airport in just 20-minutes.&nbsp;

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The NSW Government is building a new primary school and community spaces in Green Square on the old Royal South Sydney Hospital site on Joynton Avenue, while there's 12 primary and secondary schools within two kilometres of the site.&nbsp;

The City of Sydney has also&nbsp;committed $540 million to create world-class community facilities including an innovative new library and plaza, an aquatic centre, many parks and playgrounds, a childcare centre and a creative hub, which upon completion will put&nbsp;residents within five kilometres of 127 parks, cafes and restaurants.&nbsp;

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Revitalising the heritage and charm of this inner-city area, the precinct will be transformed into a major lifestyle and entertainment hub, replete with retail, office and state-of-the-art community facilities

Deicorp's Downtown Zetland to bolster Green Square urban renewal project

Polycell Property Group has officially launched their collection of 170 two and three-bedroom apartments in Broadbeach, the Gold Coast's lifestyle-rich destination.

The Rochester Broadbeach, a five-star apartment building worth $275 million, sits on a prime 1813 sqm corner block fronting Surf Parade and Britannia Avenue, with the project offering large designer apartments.

Two-bedroom floor plans start at 112 sqm and are priced from $962,000, while three-bedroom apartments start at 156 sqm and are priced from $1.57 million. All apartments at The Rochester Broadbeach will have access to two whole floors of five-star resort and lifestyle amenities, including the Executive Club on level 26.

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The Executive Club is a full floor of entertaining areas, including a sky lounge, private and communal dining spaces, a commercial kitchen for catering, and a cellar room with chilled individual wine and whiskey lockers for the secure storage and display of residents' fine wines and liquors.

Above the Executive Club is the Premier Collection of premium apartments, which includes two-bedroom apartments priced from $1,359 million and three-bedroom plus MPR apartments priced from $2.171 million.&nbsp;

Project sales and marketing agency, MOTIV is managing the apartment sales for The Rochester Broadbeach, who have worked through a large number of inquiries since the development application approval was announced.

Founder and CEO Carly Cottam said her team was not surprised in the high level of interest The Rochester received before the official launch, considering the continued demand for premium properties in Broadbeach.

“The Rochester is perfectly positioned for the luxury homeowner seeking designer apartments within walking distance to the beach and the premium lifestyle hub of Broadbeach, with all its cafes and restaurants,” Cottam said.

“Broadbeach is one of the most sought-after places to live in Australia and The Rochester presents the market with a unique opportunity to own a large, luxury apartment in the heart of it with everything they want and need right on their doorstep."

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“A great deal of consideration was given to the apartment design to meet the specific needs of sophisticated property buyers seeking larger, more stylish apartments with floorplans that flow and create space.

“Add to that two whole floors of five-star resort amenity, including a health and wellness centre and an executive club, and you have an unparalleled coastal lifestyle that apartment buyers are desiring.”

Designed by award-winning architectural firm BDA Architecture, the contemporary, sculptural design and elegant interiors of The Rochester Broadbeach compliments the natural coastal beauty and buzzing city vibe of Broadbeach.

Position on the corner of Surf Parade and Britannia Avenue, residents will be within walking distance of one of the Gold Coast’s best beaches and premier destinations of Pacific Fair, Star Casino and Gold Coast Convention Centre.

The 39-level building will also be energy efficient and environmentally friendly, including 17 docking stations in the basement car park for charging electric vehicles.

Level four of The Rochester is dedicated to an expansive health and wellness centre, incorporating a state- of-the-art gym, dry and wet saunas, a cold bath and yoga lawn, while an outdoor podium with a lap pool, a second leisure pool, heated spa, sun decks, barbecues and alfresco dining areas offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean out to the Gold Coast hinterland.

The Rochester Broadbeach Project Director Graham Goldman, Managing Director of Eastview Australia, said the development team was pleased to now be releasing this collection of luxury apartments to the market for the first time.

“In collaborating with our award-winning design team, we have created a modern and timeless apartment building that maximises the site’s prime lifestyle position in the heart of Broadbeach,” Goldman said.

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“The result is an elegant, coastal-inspired style of natural stone and timbers with premium quality fittings and finishes and high-end appliances. The spaciousness is further accentuated by high ceilings in all apartments; just under 2.8 metres in the living areas and bedrooms and 2.5 metres in the bathrooms.

“Polycell and EastView have spent a great deal of time working on plans for The Rochester to get it just right, making sure we cater for residents of today, as well as the future, by including extra features we know will matter.

“We are pleased to now be in a position to present the market with this collection of premium quality apartments and with demolition well underway we look forward to the many milestones that will be achieved in the delivery of The Rochester.”

More information on the apartments at The Rochester Broadbeach can be discovered at the Sales Gallery, located at 6/20 Queensland Avenue, open by appointment for exclusive walkthroughs and personalised consultations.

The Rochester Broadbeach Display Gallery showcases a kitchen, the luxury finishes and an architectural model of The Rochester, taking purchasers on a journey through the selection of residences, variety of floorplans, interior styling options and five-star lifestyle facilities.

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The Rochester Broadbeach officially launches to market

Infrastructure and population growth are the two key factors when property investors look at suburbs to invest their money.

Of course there are a number of other drivers, such as rental yield and vacancy rate, but population and its growth forecast somewhat drives those two numbers.

Greensborough, in the City of Banyule in Melbourne's East, falls into a Victorian Government high priority precinct, which is attracting investors to the suburb.

There's expected to be a seven per cent increase in population by 2027 in the City of Banyule, and 12 per cent by 2036. As population grows, housing demand intensifies.

Seeking to take advantage of the forecasted population growth is property developer Citinova, whose Albero apartment development is the only project on the market in the area.

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The 45-apartment development is slated for completion in Spring 2023, and investors are looking at Greensborough's strong vacancy rates, under one per cent in the local area.

Greensborough's median rental price for a two-bedroom apartment is $411, according to SQM Research.

Albero apartments start from $460,000 for the one-bedroom product, and $625,000 for the two-bed apartments.&nbsp;

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Given Greensborough is a Victorian Government high priority precinct, there are a number of government-led infrastructure projects, namely increased transport links.

Work is set to begin on Greensborough's new modern station, which will see services run from the new station every seven minutes. The track will be duplicated between&nbsp;Greensborough and Montmorency and between Diamond Creek and Wattle Glen, to allow more trains to run more often.

Victoria's Big Build worked with local&nbsp;Greensborough residents to talk through the design of the station. They wanted a modern station with natural and earthy tones, as well as native vegetation. There will be 130 solar panels and a rainwater tank as part of the new station building to improve sustainability.

While maintaining a leafy suburb-vibe, Greensborough has a robust local economy. Nearly half of the population earn over $1000 a week and are looking for a home close to work, Citinova suggest.

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The City of Banyule’s economy has consistently grown over the past decade, from a Gross Regional Product (GRP) of $4.7 billion in 2007 to $5.7 billion in 2017.

Greensborough itself is home to a range of businesses and industries, including healthcare, retail, and hospitality, all of which contribute to a strong and stable local economy.&nbsp;

The area has several shopping centres, including Greensborough Plaza, which is home to over 180 specialty stores and major retailers such as Coles and Target.

It's also home to a number of local cafes and restaurants, parks, and recreational facilities such as the Greensborough Football Club and the Greensborough Tennis Club, making it an attractive location for families.

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Seeking to take advantage of the forecasted population growth is property developer Citinova, whose Albero apartment development is the only project on the market in the area

Why investors are looking for value in Greensborough

Operating across Malaysia and the UK, international property developers BRDB kick started their works in Sydney with two flagship developments in Sydney, with Verdana in Miranda and PARQ in Wollongong.

Their next project, Allen &amp; George, in partnership with Altus Group, is the latest to join the list, located on the corner Allen St &amp; King Georges Rd, South Hurstville

Just&nbsp;57 apartments are on offer in Allen &amp; George, with a mix of of one, two and three-bedroom floorplans, as well as a collection of garden apartments.

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Situated across two buildings, with ground floor retail space in one, the apartments gaze over a landscaped residents-only courtyard and barbecue area, which creates a calming green sanctuary.&nbsp;

The higher floor apartments take in views of the surrounding neighbourhood and bay, while the lower levels offer a more secluded and private living experience.&nbsp;

Designed by the&nbsp;Richard Foley, Paul Greenwood and Kate Greenwood fronted stu+FF Studio, the apartments feature&nbsp;full height glazing floods the apartments with natural sunlight, while the crossflow design and three street frontages ensure that most apartments are corner positioned, maximising natural ventilation and viewpoints.&nbsp;

The apartments adjoin to landscaped balconies, allowing residents to enjoy the outdoors and entertain guests in the privacy of their own homes.&nbsp;

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Allen &amp; George is just a short stroll to the Hurstville Train Station, making commuting to and from the city a breeze. The Hurstville Town Centre is also within walking distance, offering a variety of retail, dining, and entertainment options.

In addition, the apartments are surrounded by a number of parks and reserves, providing a serene environment away from the hustle and bustle of city life.&nbsp;

With over $20 billion in residential project sales across some of Sydney’s most prominent new developments, Laver&nbsp;Residential Projects are handling the marketing of Allen &amp; George, with a display suite open now by appointment.

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Just 57 apartments are on offer in Allen & George, with a mix of of one, two and three-bedroom floorplans, as well as a collection of garden apartments

International developers BRDB take to South Hurstville for Allen & George apartments

Sydney property agency Highland has been appointed as the lead selling agent for the $375 million luxury apartment project, Archibald by ALAND.

The full-service real estate company has more than 40 projects currently in market along the eastern seaboard from southern Sydney to the Gold Coast, with this week announcing it will sell Archibald's one, two and three-bedroom apartments, along with the three and four-bedroom penthouses.

Located at 108 Donnison Street, Gosford, Archibald is a dual tower development which will deliver 199 residences in the West Tower and 124 in the East Tower.

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Highland selling agent Clint Willoughby said Archibald offers a rare balance of affordable coastal and cosmopolitan living in one of the Central Coast’s most connected locations.

“The Highland team is thrilled to be appointed to sell Archibald and we are very eager to show prospective buyers all this project has to offer, from its unrivalled amenity to stunning layouts and finishes,” said Willoughby.

“Being situated where it is, Archibald merges resort living with connectivity, providing the sought after blend of relaxation and recreation among buyers.”

Offering unrivalled amenity that the Central Coast has never seen, Archibald is home to an exclusive Skybar and Lounge on level 28 and a pub on the ground floor with dining.

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Residents will have full access to hotel-managed amenities such as the lobby café, resort style pool and swim-up pool bar, which have been designed with relaxation and restoration in mind.

Georgia Scanlon is also selling Archibald, which she says will bring a new level of luxury living to the Central Coast with each residence designed to appeal to a range of buyers.

“Archibald appeals to local buyers, Sydney downsizers looking for the coastal lifestyle, and investors looking to capitalise on the growth potential of this thriving region,” said Scanlon.

“Now an extension of Greater Sydney, it’s situated in one of the Central Coast’s most connected locations, with a full range of business, retail, dining, cultural, entertainment, transport, and recreational activities, essentially at your doorstep.”

Designed by Place Studio, Archibald will feature&nbsp;striking sail-like curves, echoing the boats on the nearby Brisbane Waters, in addition to uninterrupted views of Gosford’s skyline.

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Prices for the apartments start from $450,000 through to $1.6 million, with the penthouses priced on application.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ALAND CEO, George Tadrosse said Highland were the obvious choice for sales agents for Archibald.&nbsp;

“Highland was an obvious choice to lead the sales and marketing program for Archibald due to its credibility as one of Sydney’s leading agencies and its extensive network of buyers,” Tadrosse said.

Completion of Archibald is estimated for the third quarter of 2024.

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Highland appointed to sell Archibald by ALAND apartments

Development Victoria is making it easier for buyers to get a foot in the door in its latest residential development, <a href="/buildings/coomoora-townhomes-springvale-south-15-29-coomoora-road-springvale-south">Coomoora</a> in Springvale South.&nbsp;

With just a 10 per cent deposit, buyers can purchase a home at <a href="/buildings/coomoora-townhomes-springvale-south-15-29-coomoora-road-springvale-south">Coomoora</a>, located in Melbourne’s established south-east, and there’s nothing more to pay until settlement.&nbsp;

You simply need to choose a floorplan that suits you and any upgrades, sign a fixed price contract and&nbsp; the rest is taken care of by Development Victoria.

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With no progress payments required buyers can continue saving whilst their townhome is being constructed.

A limited number of two, three and four-bedroom townhomes remain at <a href="/buildings/coomoora-townhomes-springvale-south-15-29-coomoora-road-springvale-south">Coomoora</a>, with the final release coming soon.

Development Victoria also has a special offer available where you can secure a two-bedroom home at <a href="/buildings/coomoora-townhomes-springvale-south-15-29-coomoora-road-springvale-south">Coomoora</a> with just a five per cent deposit. This is ideal for first home buyers wanting to enter the property market.&nbsp;

These modern townhouses are also built with a range of sustainable inclusions as standard, meaning homes require less energy to heat and cool, minimising running costs and enhancing occupant comfort while also reducing the home's environmental impact.

The homes achieve a 6.5 Star NatHERS rating, along with featuring heat pump hot water and minimum 3.5KW solar PV systems.

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Double glazed windows help to minimise external noise and the sealed air gap between the two panes acts as an added layer of insulation, reducing heat loss in winter, keeping the homes at a more comfortable temperature, while heat pump water systems are in place, utilising heat from the surrounding air to reduce energy usage.&nbsp;

EV charger provisions are also in place across all homes, while residents will also be able to monitor energy usage with an energy monitoring system.

Through best practice design and construction, investment in innovation, and partnerships with industry leaders, Development Victoria aims to create places with a strong legacy. It’s about doing everything they can today, for a more sustainable tomorrow. This means that their homes need to be comfortable, resilient, affordable and healthy to live in.

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A range of Government grants are also on offer for buyers in Victoria, including the Victorian Homebuyer Fund, First Home Owner Grants and Stamp Duty Concessions.&nbsp;

The Victorian Homebuyer Fund allows buyers with a five per cent deposit saved to buy their home receive up to a 25 per cent contribution of the purchase price, in exchange for an equivalent share in the property.

The $10,000 First Home Owner Grant can also be utilised on townhomes at Coomoora, for homes valued at $750,000 or less, while the government will also remove stamp duty payments for homes valued under $600,000. Eligibility criteria applies to all Victorian Government grants.

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Buying a home at Coomoora is easy thanks to Development Victoria

Local developer Harridan is seeking to turn its Woolloongabba apartment project into the first stage of a broader transformation of Burke Street, using a new 16-storey mixed-use building to establish a greener pedestrian connection toward the rapidly evolving Boggo Road transport and knowledge precinct.

The South East Queensland developer has filed plans for 154 apartments on the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/4-burke-street-woolloongabba-qld-4102">southern side of Burke Street</a>, where its proposal has been designed alongside a wider vision by LatStudios for the street.

That vision positions the southern side of Burke Street for buildings of 15 storeys and above, while envisaging lower-rise development of up to five storeys on the northern side to transition into Woolloongabba's existing character housing. It also proposes wider pedestrian verges, deep planting, new street trees and upgrades to the pedestrian approach to Boggo Road Station.

The Harridan development itself has been designed by Brisbane-based Arqus Design and will comprise 154 apartments across 16 storeys. The mix is weighted heavily toward two-bedroom apartments, with 121 proposed alongside 10 one-bedroom and 23 three-bedroom residences. There will typically be around 14 units per floor.

A lower-ground car park and three podium levels will accommodate 156 resident parking spaces, along with visitor and commercial parking. There will also be 154 resident bicycle spaces and 40 visitor bicycle parks.

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Harridan is a family-owned developer and part of the Holmwood Highgate Group, with more than three decades of development activity across South East Queensland. Its portfolio spans residential, commercial and industrial property, with current residential projects including Riverbank on Byron in Bulimba, Esperance Residences in Carina and The Precinct at Kinross Road in Thornlands.

Wooloongabba has been popular for apartment developers, particularly since the announcement of the 2032 Summer Olympics games in Brisbane.

While there have been a lot of development applications, it has failed to materialize into real supply.&nbsp;

Sarazin has been the major player in the area. They are under construction at Murcia Residences, on the fringe of East Brisbane and Woolloongabba. They have just launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-stanley-residences-woolloongabba-8-trafalgar-street-woolloongabba-qld-4102">The Stanley Residences</a>, in Woolloongabba on Trafalagar Street. They also have Nuage coming soon on the nearby <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/nuage-woolloongabba-14-wellington-road-woolloongabba-qld-4102">Wellington Road</a>.

Joel Robinson

First look: Harridan plans Burke Street transformation beside Boggo Road transport hub

IN BRIEF

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	Just three double-storey Sky Homes sit at the top of The Waterline, each with its own private marina berth and rooftop terrace.
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	Construction on The Waterline is complete, with the first residents expected to move in from mid-October.
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	Sky Homes range from 282 sqm to 367 sqm and are priced from $3.65 million.
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Lewis Land has opened the first completed sky home for inspection at Harbour Shores, giving buyers their first opportunity to step inside one of just three double-storey residences crowning The Waterline.

Each sky home comes with its own private marina berth, rooftop terrace and Broadwater views, combining the scale of a larger home with direct access to the boating lifestyle that underpins the wider <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> masterplan.

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Lewis Land Head of Development Michael Long said the inclusion of a berth with every Sky Home had become increasingly valuable as marina access across the Gold Coast tightened.

“Marina berths are becoming increasingly difficult to secure across the Gold Coast, so including one with every Sky Home makes this a genuinely rare offering,” Long said.

“The private 70-berth marina will accommodate boats up to 12 metres in length and is positioned just 2.5 kilometres from the Broadwater, placing the open ocean only 15 minutes away.

“Being able to step out of your home onto your boat is a rare luxury, and it’s something residents here can look forward to when it opens later this year.”

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The display opening comes as construction completes on The Waterline, with the first residents expected to move in from mid-October.

The three Sky Homes range from 282 sqm to 367 sqm and each feature three bedrooms, three bathrooms, multiple living zones, expansive kitchens with butler's pantries and large balconies taking in the Broadwater outlook.

Each residence also has three secure basement car spaces and additional storage.

“This is the first opportunity the Gold Coast has had to step into Harbour Shores and see, touch and feel what we’re bringing to life here,” Long said.

“There are only three Sky Homes within The Waterline, ranging in size from 282sqm to 367sqm, with each residence featuring three large bedrooms, three bathrooms, multiple living zones, expansive custom-built kitchens with butler’s pantry, and large balconies capturing Broadwater views.”

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Residents of The Waterline will have access to a private pool, along with Harbour Shores' wider collection of amenity including a lagoon pool, social clubhouse, tennis court, gym, yoga facilities and sauna.

Lewis Land partnered with Studio Collective to furnish the completed display, with the interiors designed to demonstrate how the residences could function as permanent homes rather than simply as show apartments.

Studio Collective Director Melissa Park said the surrounding waterways informed the interiors, but in a more restrained way than a traditional coastal scheme.

“We drew inspiration from the canals and coastal surrounds, but our approach was to interpret that subtly through layered materials and a grounded palette of earthy tones, rather than literal coastal references,” Park said.

“We introduced hero moments of green and teal to reference the surrounding waterways, while mirrored elements help reflect natural light.

“The result is a residence that feels elevated yet comfortable, somewhere buyers can genuinely imagine themselves living, entertaining and unwinding.”

Sky Homes are priced from $3.65 million.

Lewis Land is also offering private marina berths with The Residences, its limited collection of three and four-bedroom villas positioned directly along the Harbour Shores waterfront boardwalk.

Three-bedroom villas are priced from $2.99 million, while four-bedroom residences start from $3.19 million.

Harbour Shores is being marketed by Colliers International.

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Lewis Land opens sky home display as The Waterline completes at Harbour Shores

St Vincent de Paul Society Housing Australia has filed plans for a major mixed-use housing precinct on the southern edge of the North Sydney CBD, adding another significant proposal to a pocket around North Sydn​ey Station that is quickly becoming one of the LGA's busiest development zones.

The State Significant Development Application covers a 5,990 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1-19-mackenzie-street-lavender-bay-nsw-2060">1-19 MacKenzie Street and 211 Blues Point Road in Lavender Bay</a>, immediately south of Nor​th Sydney Station and between the commercial core and the lower-rise Lavender Bay Heritage Conservation Area.

Designed by Wardle, the proposal would deliver a new residential tower comprising 88 build-to-sell apartments and 19 affordable apartments, alongside a separate co-living building with 57 rooms and a building manager's studio.

It would also see the significant restoration and upgrade of St Francis Xavier Catholic Church, the adaptive reuse of the former school building, new parish facilities, retail, a new public square and around 1,000 sqm of publicly accessible open space.

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The project is seeking a concurrent rezoning of the site to R4 High Density Residential and an increase in the maximum building height to allow a tower reaching RL120, or up to 20 storeys. The proposal was progressed through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

The build-to-sell component will be weighted toward larger apartments, with just six one-bedroom apartments compared with 31 two-beds, 43 three-beds and eight four-bedroom residences.

The 19 affordable apartments will comprise two studios, 15 one-bedroom apartments and two two-bedroom apartments, taking the total apartment component to 107 residences before the 58 co-living rooms are included.

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Wardle's design for the Vinnies site has sought to negotiate that emerging high-rise context while retaining the lower-scale character of MacKenzie Street and the adjoining heritage conservation area.

The main building adopts a three-storey podium and tower arrangement, with the podium aligned to the ridgeline and front setback of St Francis Xavier Church.&nbsp;Wardle has designed the podium with colonnades, seating, recessed entries and active ground-floor frontages, with sandstone-toned precast concrete and face brick referencing the materiality of the existing church.

The tower then steps back eight metres to the south and six metres to the north before rising in a sculpted form comprising four interlocking quadrants. Wardle has also introduced rounded forms and chamfered corners to reduce the tower's perceived bulk and improve view sharing with neighbouring development sites.

Resident facilities and outdoor areas are planned at the separation between the podium and tower at Level 3, oriented toward Sydney Harbour and the CBD skyline.

The tower itself will feature a glass reinforced concrete facade, with recessed balconies and deep reveals used both to provide shading and privacy and frame views toward the harbour and city. The lower levels take a different architectural approach, using brick and sandstone-toned finishes intended to establish a stronger relationship with St Francis Xavier Church. The Church itself will be conserved and upgraded for its continued use, while the former school building will be adaptively reused as part of the co-living component.

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The proposal adds to an increasingly concentrated pipeline of residential development around Blue Street, MacKenzie Street and Lavender Bay.

Just west of the site, Central Element lodged plans earlier this year for one of the most significant residential developments proposed in Lavender Bay in recent years.

Central Element's SJB-designed scheme at 64-66 Lavender Street and 3-7 Middlemiss Street would deliver 163 apartments across two towers rising 23 and 32 storeys, replacing five existing apartment buildings containing 32 homes. The project also forms part of the Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-central-element-reveals-lavender-bay-apartment-plans?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">First look: Central Element reveals Lavender Bay apartment plans</a>

Immediately around North Sy​dney Station, another two significant proposals have emerged at 5 and 15 Blue Street.

Zurich Australian Insurance Properties is seeking to adaptively reuse its longstanding commercial building at 5 Blue Street, directly above North Sydney Station, rather than demolishing the structure.

Its SSDA proposes converting the building into a 14-storey mixed-use development with 62 apartments and 86 co-living rooms, together with ground-floor retail and a major refurbishment of Blue Street Plaza. The application is currently at the Response to Submissions stage.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-zurich-targets-north-sydney-office-conversion-with-148-unit-proposal-above-metro-station">First look: Zurich targets North Sydney office conversion with 148-unit proposal above Metro station</a>

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First look: Vinnies files for 20-storey Lavender Bay apartment tower as North Sydney housing pocket heats up

When the opportunity arose for South Australian developer Palumbo to return to Kent Town, where it had previously delivered East Park Apartments and the East 
Rundle Apartments, it wasn't one the longstanding developer-builder was going to pass up.

The decision was quickly vindicated, with more than 30 apartments sold within the first month of launching <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/royal-apartments-kent-town-2-8-north-terrace-kent-town-sa-5067">Royal Apartments</a> to the market.

The 206-apartment development, which will bring significant new supply to Adelaide's tightly held eastern city fringe, also gives <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/palumbo">Palumbo</a> the opportunity to bring new life to one of Kent Town's most recognisable watering holes.

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Royal Apartments incorporates the historic Royal Hotel, a venue Palumbo Managing Director Daniel Palumbo said has a longstanding connection with the local community.

"Everyone in the area has history with the Royal Hotel," Palumbo told Apartments.com.au.

"It was quite an active pub and social gathering place for locals. We want to bring it back to its former glory."

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The wider development will comprise two residential towers alongside the restored hotel, sitting on North Terrace opposite the Adelaide Park Lands.

For Palumbo, the project also marks a return to familiar territory.

The developer completed East Park Apartments next door more than a decade ago and jumped at the opportunity to develop in Kent Town again when the Royal Hotel site became available.

"The opportunity emerged, and we moved to secure the site," Palumbo said.

"We were approached by the previous landowner, who said they had extensive commitments in Sydney and weren't in a position to deliver the project.

"We took over the site and within six months recut the design scheme to be more in keeping with the type of development we want to bring to Adelaide.

"Now we're on the market and those changes have really resonated with local buyers."

That has translated into a strong start to sales, with 33 apartments transacting in the project's first 35 days.

Palumbo said the early purchaser profile had been consistent with the group's traditional focus on owner-occupiers rather than investor-led apartment stock.

"Local owner-occupiers have always been our market," he said.

"There are always some investors, but we've never developed what would be called traditional development stock. Owner-occupiers are very much our market."

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The buyer mix has been diverse so far, with downsizers and younger professionals both accounting for a significant portion of early sales.

South Australia's current stamp duty settings, which allow&nbsp;eligible homeowners in South Australia aged 60 savings of up to $103,830 on stamp duty when they downsize to a new property valued at up to $2 million,&nbsp;have helped encourage downsizer activity, while younger buyers in their late 20s and early 30s have been attracted to the opportunity to live immediately outside the CBD while still being able to walk into the city.



Location has been a major part of the proposition for both buyer cohorts.

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Royal Apartments sits on North Terrace directly opposite the Adelaide Park Lands, with residents able to walk through the parklands toward the East End, Rundle Street and Rundle Mall.

Apartments have been positioned to capture views across the parklands, Adelaide skyline, Botanic Gardens and Adelaide Hills.

Palumbo believes the scarcity of developable land along this section of the Park Lands makes the site particularly difficult to replicate.

"There's very few allotments on that side that can be developed," he said.

"If this location was in New York and you were sitting on Central Park, you'd be talking about a $60 million apartments."

Royal Apartments will offer a broad mix of residences, ranging from one-bedroom apartments through to four-bedroom sub-penthouses and penthouses.

Current listings include one-bedroom apartments from $680,000, while larger three and four-bedroom residences are priced around $2.5 million.

Residents will have access to a swimming pool, gym, barbecue and recreation areas, residents' lounge and dining space, and a communal deck.

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The apartments will feature generous balconies, while secure parking, bicycle storage and storage cages will also be provided.

A porte-cochère-style arrival and drop-off area has also resonated with buyers, particularly those attracted to being able to walk into the CBD during the day while retaining secure vehicle access at home.

Palumbo is acting as developer, architect and builder on Royal Apartments, continuing the vertically integrated model it has used across its South Australian portfolio.

The group was also behind the $150 million Sofitel Adelaide, the 251-room five-star hotel and residential tower which opened in 2021.

Palumbo said Royal's launch had come at an interesting time for the broader Adelaide apartment market.

Buyer confidence had initially been impacted by uncertainty surrounding the Federal Budget and broader economic conditions, but Palumbo believes sentiment is beginning to improve against a backdrop of significant investment flowing into South Australia.

He pointed to increased activity across defence and resources, including Olympic Dam, as potential long-term drivers of the state's economy and housing market.

"Money is starting to flow into Adeliade, significant amounts as Adelaide bucks the trend of the rest of the country.," Palumbo said.

"There's a lot of activity in the economy over the next decade. I think more investment will come into this market."

Early works on Royal Apartments are expected to commence this year, with major construction activity and cranes anticipated on site from early next year.

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Palumbo's return to Kent Town strikes early chord with buyers

Go-to builder-developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/graya">GRAYA</a> is continuing to bulk out its already impressive and diverse apartment portfolio across South East Queensland. Their latest milestone is securing development approval for Silk, its boutique riverfront apartment development in St Lucia.

The approval clears&nbsp;the way for the team to begin construction planning for the 22-residence project.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/silk-st-lucia-16-18-sandford-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">Silk</a> will rise 15 levels from an 810 sqm site at 16-18 Sandford Street, occupying a prominent bend of the Brisbane River with a prized northern aspect across Orleigh Park toward the Brisbane CBD.

The approved scheme will comprise 16 split-floor and six full-floor residences, continuing GRAYA's move into larger-format apartment developments targeting Brisbane's prestige owner-occupier market.

The project has been designed around the site's broad river frontage and dual-direction views, with GRAYA prioritising larger residences, privacy and outlook over apartment yield.

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GRAYA Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Rob Gray said the project had been shaped around local homeowners wanting to remain in St Lucia without maintaining a traditional family home.

"St Lucia is one of those suburbs people do not want to leave," Gray said.

"They know the river, the trees, UQ, the golf course, Toowong and Indooroopilly, and that familiarity is hard to replace.

"True riverfront opportunities here are exceptionally scarce. What we have designed at Silk is a way to stay in the suburb people love, with the scale and privacy of a private home and far less to maintain.

"This is not typical apartment product. It is a proper home on the river, and that is exactly what this market has been missing."

The approval comes as new apartment development continues to increase across the St Lucia and neighbouring Toowong corridor, although direct riverfront sites remain considerably more tightly held.

GRAYA Co-founder and Managing Director Andrew Gray said securing the approval had removed a significant element of development risk from Silk.

"Genuine riverfront sites of this quality in St Lucia are not something that comes up regularly," Gray said.

"The approval removes a substantial layer of execution risk, and the location underwrites demand in a way very few inner-city sites can.

"The fundamentals here are as strong as anything we have assessed in Brisbane."

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Silk will see GRAYA return to a stretch of the Brisbane River where it already has recent construction experience. The vertically integrated group recently completed ARC in neighbouring Toowong as builder for developer Spyre, delivering the riverfront project on a constrained site.

GRAYA will take a different role at Silk, controlling the project from design and development through construction and aftercare under its vertically integrated model.

The development will include a gym and resident leisure areas at ground level, integrated with the river's edge.

Silk joins a growing pipeline for GRAYA across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, which includes Enclave, The Gallery, Coral and Ripple.

The developer-builder has also recently lodged plans for its largest project to date, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-silo-19-chester-street-newstead-qld-4006">The Silo</a>, a proposed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/graya-buys-frasers-newstead-site-plans-the-silo-between-james-street-and-gasworks-precincts">$700 million mixed-use development</a> in Brisbane's James Street precinct.

Silk is expected to predominantly target local owner-occupiers and prestige buyers seeking a permanent riverfront home in Brisbane's inner west.

Registrations of interest are now open, with further details on the project and construction program to be released as it progresses.

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<h2>SILK PROJECT FACTS</h2>

Developer-builder: GRAYA

Project: Silk

Location: 16-18 Sandford Street, St Lucia

Apartments: 22

Built form: 15 levels

Site: 810 sqm riverfront holding

Mix: 16 split-floor and six full-floor residences

Status: Development approved

Next step: Construction planning underway

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Alison Warters

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