Developers are setting their sites further west as the expansion of Sydney continues.

A Metropolis of Three Cities, the Eastern Harbour City, the Central River City and the Western Parkland City, known as The Regional Plan, has been prepared by the Greater Cities Commission in a 40 year vision for Metropolitan Sydney.&nbsp;

It envisions a 30-minute city, where residents live within 30 minutes travel of their job, education and health facilities, services and great places.

The Regional Plan projects that almost half of the population growth in Greater Sydney over the next 40 years will reside west of Parramatta in the Central River City and the Western Parkland City, where two development applications have been lodged.&nbsp;

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Plans have been laid for a four-building development at 313 Bringelly Road.&nbsp;

The Salvo Group, who are a Melbourne-based property group, engaged CM+ to design the three, four-level mixed-use buildings.&nbsp;

There will be 242 apartments delivered across the buildings, with 67 to be included in block A, 84 in block B, and 91 across block C.&nbsp;

The project will be one of the area’s early developments and will foster transformation of the northern part of the Leppington Town Centre.

The site’s rural character will be transformed into a vibrant and multifunctional community that facilitates urban living

It’s projected that the population of Western Parkland City will grow to 1.1 million by 2036 and to over 1.5 million by 2056.

The mixed use development will offer living and working opportunities close to Leppington Station, approximately 400-800 metre walking distance from the site.&nbsp;

It will also create a high amenity living precinct, close to public infrastructure, such as&nbsp; the Leppington Train Station and TfNSW Commuter Car Park, along with open spaces including the future green spaces along Scalabrini Creek and Western Sydney Parklands.

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There’s further development planned near Leppington Town Centre, on the corner of Ingleburn Rd and Byron Rd.

The plans are for a medium density apartment building, which will deliver a further 63 apartments to the area surrounding the town centre and 18 townhouses.

The development is identified by two building forms, one being a four-storey apartment building consisting of four cores that wraps around the Ingleburn Rd and Byron Rd corner, along with walk-up terrace style homes.&nbsp;

A mix of natural materials will be utilised, tying the project to the surrounding native landscape, with a fine-grain two-tone fibre cement panel facade donning the buildings.&nbsp;

Urban Link Architects are behind the designs of the plans, which will deliver 17 one-bed, 25 two-bed and 21 three-bedroom apartments, along with 18 townhouses.&nbsp;

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Separating the two forms will be a communal open space across the ground floor, featuring deep planting creating a pocket park-like atmosphere, outdoor seating space and barbecue facilities, as well as recreational space on level three.&nbsp;

The growth of Western Parkland City is enhanced by the recently finalised Aerotropolis Planning, which will deliver the new Western Sydney Airport at Badgerys Creek Aerotropolis.

The developments also sit within proximity to Leppington Town Centre, along with being just 30-minutes from Sydney Airport, 30 kilometres from Parramatta CBD and about 50 kilometres from the Sydney CBD.

The precinct is also in proximity to Liverpool CBD, which is currently Sydney’s third CBD.

Leppington’s connectivity will be further improved as well by future train links to Western Sydney Aerotropolis.

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Camden City set for two residential developments

ICON Developments has welcomed the completion of its latest residential project, Inkerman &amp; 
Nelson.

The inner-city Balaclava development wrapped construction in August, delivering 26 townhomes to the city-fringe suburb, which have now all officially sold.&nbsp;

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Proving popular with young families, 70 per cent of the residences were sold just before the pandemic, with the remaining 30 per cent sold during Melbourne’s lockdowns.

ICON’s 20-plus years of experience working alongside communities and industry-leading 
experts to craft and deliver smart-designed spaces saw Inkerman &amp; Nelson designed with relevance for the Melbourne market, proving its success in a tightly held market.

The group’s Head of Development, Scott Jarzynka said in order for the project to withstand the many impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the townhomes needed to speak to core values of space, location, and community.&nbsp;

“The project reflects collective living and puts the resident at the heart of the home. We’re 
proud to have developed a project such as Inkerman &amp; Nelson which reflects the vibrancy of 
the Balaclava community, Jarzynka said.

With architecture by MAArchitects, the project capitalises on its northern orientation and spacious floorplans, featuring two, three and four-bedroom homes.&nbsp;

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Each of the townhouses are light-filled, with whole-floor living zones that bask in the dual aspect and leafy outlooks, tactfully crafted by Eckersley Garden Architecture across the site.&nbsp;

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Japanese construction and real estate development giant, Kajima Corporation, Inkerman &amp; Nelson was delivered by Kajimaowned building group Minicon.

“ICON has a unique three-pillared business model as a developer, contractor, and financier,” Jarzynka said.&nbsp;

“With Kajima’s financial backing across ICON Developments and Minicon, we were pleased to 
be able to endure the many turbulent periods as a result of the pandemic and many lockdowns 
in Victoria.”

Director of Eisen Property and executive selling agent of the Inkerman &amp; Nelson project, Nat Eisen spoke to the awareness ICON has in the Melbourne market, which is widely-held by purchasers who do their due diligence when it comes to buying property, especially in the off the plan market.&nbsp;

“We were very impressed with the overall reception to Inkerman &amp; Nelson, particularly 
considering the unprecedented market conditions we experienced throughout the campaign,” Eisen said.&nbsp;

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“The project appealed to a broad range of segments including downsizers, young families, and 
first home buyers.”

ICON is also developing a collection of projects in the popular suburb of Brighton.&nbsp;

Both, Grandview and Willow, are bespoke residential offerings, brought together in collaboration with partners, Carpe Group and Samuel Property, with completion slated for later this year and the early months of 2023.&nbsp;

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Proving popular with young families, 70 per cent of the residences were sold just before the pandemic, with the remaining 30 per cent sold during Melbourne’s lockdowns.

ICON Developments completes latest townhome development, Inkerman & Nelson 

Buyers at Coronation Property's Merrylands project, Mason &amp; Main, are set to benefit from a huge pipeline of infrastructure due to the project's location in the heart of the 6000-hectare Greater Parramatta to Olympic Peninsula (GPOP) corridor.

Mason &amp; Main, designed by Woods Bagot, will be its own mini-community with apartments set above vibrant market-style laneways with retail and dining, is set just south of Parramatta in Merrylands, which has transformed into a gentrified hotspot that is appealing both investors and owner-occupiers due to a mix of strong population growth an extensive infrastructure upgrades around Sydney’s west.

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Mason &amp; Main offers one, two and three-bedroom apartment configurations across five buildings, as well as resort-style amenities including a pool, private gym and rooftop gardens and a vibrant ‘Eat Street’, creating a new destination for the suburb.

There’s some $20 billion of investment and infrastructure planned over the next five years in the GPOP, fast emerging as the heart of Greater Sydney’s Central City. Merrylands has seen significant investment, with the Cumberland City Council announcing in 2021 the creation of a new civic square in the heart of the suburb.

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The $11 million project currently under construction will provide an integrated residential, retail, commercial and commuter hub to Merrylands and will be conveniently located within 50 metres of Mason &amp; Main.

Already Sydney’s western hub has seen a dramatic change with the redevelopment of Parramatta Square which saw the heart of Parramatta revitalised as part of one of the largest urban renewal projects in the country.

The $2.7 billion redevelopment included six new buildings, premium office space, a refurbished town hall, multi-level retail, with the site linked by 6000 sqm of public space.

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Bringing Parramatta Quay to life is Charles Street Square

The ferry terminal at Charles Street is the gateway to the Parramatta CBD for those who travel by boat, by foot or by bike along the river, in what will be known in the near future as, Parramatta Quay.

The area is also a place of cultural and geographical significance, as the fresh water of the upper Parramatta meets the saltwater of the lower reaches, connecting Sydney to Parramatta River.

The completed escarpment boardwalk provides connection from one side of the river to the other, with the pedestrian and cycle friendly thoroughfare extending under the MacArthur Street Bridge, joining to Parramatta River Cycle way, providing more than 100 kilometres of walking and cycling paths, extending all the way to Sydney Olympic Park.

The Parramatta Ferry terminal upgrade is complete and once the Charles Street Square upgrade is finished the area will become a confluence of leisure activity, cafe culture and transportation hub celebrating one of the City's special waterway experiences welcoming tens of thousands of visitors and commuters each year.

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Construction of the Charles Street Square upgrade is slated to be complete by the end of 2022 or early 2023.

The Sydney Metro West project is also underway, with the new underground metro railway set to connect the Parramatta and Sydney CBDs. The NSW Government committed $6.4 billion over four years to the project, which will achieve a travel time of 20 minutes, as well as unlocking housing supply and employment growth between the two CBDs.

With trains, buses and ferries connecting the Parramatta CBD with Sydney and the wider metropolitan area, the council also runs a free shuttle bus around the Parramatta CBD for those wanting to stay close by.

Further connection will be provided through the development of the Parramatta Light Rail. Stage One of the project will run 12 kilometres, connecting Parramatta CBD to Westmead and Carlingford. Stage One will be operational in 2023.&nbsp;

The Parramatta CBD is also well-connected to major arterials, including the M4 Motorway, Great Western Highway, Windsor Road, Pennant Hills Road and James Ruse Drive.&nbsp;

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A new Museum of Arts and Applied Sciences will open on the river foreshore in Parramatta in 2025 as the new centre of arts, culture and innovation. It will include the newly relocated Powerhouse Museum and a revamped Riverside Theatres.

Further boosting the areas growth is the soon to be developed Western Sydney Aerotropolis, which is set to give Western Sydney residents a more convenient option for travel and boost overall population growth.

Sydney’s new airport is set to open to international, domestic and freight flights in 2026, providing much-needed aviation capacity for the entire Sydney region.

Designed to grow in stages and over decades, the Airport will eventually become one of the biggest gateways to Australia and the primary airport for the entire Sydney region. Qantas Group and Virgin Australia Group have signed MOUs with the Airport and have already commenced discussions about the design of the Airport and potential routes and services.&nbsp;

With the Westmead precinct Australia’s largest health and biomedical research precinct, the site is also undergoing revision with four hospitals, two universities, two large research institutes, NSW’s largest pathology service, and many allied health centres currently occupying the space.

With NSW Health, the City of Parramatta Council jointly commissioned the Westmead Innovation District Master Plan project.&nbsp; The project includes aspirational targets for jobs and tertiary students, driven by the significant government investment planned for the area.&nbsp;

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Already the area has seen a dramatic change with the redevelopment of Parramatta Square which saw the heart of Parramatta revitalised as part of one of the largest urban renewal projects in the country

The Merrylands lifestyle precinct in Parramatta's growing Olympic Peninsula corridor

The final release of town and terrace homes within Rogerscorp’s Fable development in Everton Park has been fast-tracked to meet demand after the success of Stage One.

Launched in April this year, Fable by Rogerscorp, has already attracted strong demand from a diverse range of buyers including upgraders, retirees and a new post-Covid buyer type, ‘family rightsizers’ seeking convenience, lifestyle and easy access to amenity within connected suburbs.

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Ten of the residences have already been sold to a waitlist of buyers prior to public launch.

Fable’s second and final stage comprises 26 town and terrace homes with four floorplan designs ranging from 186 sqm to 216 sqm – virtually a small lot home.&nbsp;

Many feature a double garage, study nook, butler's pantry, as well as spacious master-bedrooms with double vanity ensuites.&nbsp;

Each of the kitchens boast floor to ceiling timber cabinetry, a breakfast bar, butlers or walk-in pantries, Smeg appliances including induction cooktop and semi-integrated dishwasher and generously-appointed storage options.

Created by an all-local team of Queensland-based designers and property experts - Rogerscorp, Z Architects, Devcon Property Group and Position Property - the vision for Fable&nbsp;captures the modern southeast Queenslanders’ home in a connected urban community with a green heart.

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Rogerscorp Director Simon Rogers said Fable’s desirable location and homely communal design had been a major drawcard for a variety of buyer types.

“Fable has been designed as a community for modern families of all ages and sizes to connect, relax and unwind in the heart of Everton Park, which is exactly the lifestyle people are seeking post-Covid,” said Rogers.

“The amenities at Fable mimic those within the humble Queensland-style backyard, such as the barbecue and pizza oven, resort style pool with loungers, herb garden, open lawn space and fire pit, allowing residents to come together and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.”

Rogerscorp has appointed residential home builder, Devcon Building Co to commence construction of Fable in January 2023 following the success of its partnership on Nest, a townhome project in Bracken Ridge.

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Position Property's Richard Lawrence said the early sales success experienced at Fable reflects the desirability of the project’s urban neighbourhood concept.

“Fable is already attracting a wide variety of buyer types seeking a home with access to amenities right on their doorstep, which is exactly what the project was designed for,” said Lawrence.

“The strong interest we have received in Stage One has resulted in a waitlist for the final stage, so we anticipate these fast-tracked residences will sell quickly.”

Fable offers a total of 57, three-bedroom town and terrace homes with a choice of warm or light interiors and premium features throughout, including&nbsp;freestanding baths and waterfall showers, seamless indoor-outdoor living areas, flowing Coastal oak flooring and generous floor plan designs.

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At the central heart of the community is Fable’s resort-style pool, pocket park, outdoor kitchen and dining and yoga lawn.

Rogerscorp is a family-owned property development and investment company, with a diversified portfolio of commercial, healthcare, retail, childcare and residential projects.

The group has a growing portfolio valued at over $280 million, with new sites being acquired swiftly the company is set to nearly double their portfolio just this year.

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Fable’s second and final stage comprises 26 town and terrace homes with four floorplan designs ranging from 186 sqm to 216 sqm – virtually a small lot home. 

Rogerscorp launch final stage of Everton Park townhouse development Fable to meet demand

S&amp;S Projects has started construction on their third development transforming Rainbow Bay into one of the Gold Coast’s most sought-after beachfront suburbs.

Hutchinson Builders, one of Queensland’s largest construction companies, has been appointed to deliver the $150 million Esprit project after the luxury apartment development was swamped by an initial $71 million wave of buyers.&nbsp;

Comprising 94 apartments spanning two interconnected buildings, Esprit will take luxury amenities to a new level with the Gold Coast’s first ever residents’ only wellness rooftop and luxurious recreation area, Club Esprit.

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The Cottee Parker Architects-designed Esprit features a collection of floorplans, including spacious two and three-bedroom residences spanning the lengths of the 12 and seven-storey buildings.

Jayde Pezet, of Pezet Matheson, said Hutchinson Builders infallible reputation across the construction industry and great balance sheet to back it up offers certainty and peace of mind to buyers.

“As one of Queensland’s largest construction companies, Hutchinson’s are well equipped to ensure the viability of the project and navigate the challenges facing the industry at this time, which provides our buyers with peace of mind,” Pezet said.

Centrally located in the heart of Rainbow Bay’s relaxed beachside community, Esprit will offer café culture and natural amenity at its doorstep, while the rooftop will deliver sweeping views in every direction across the world-famous Snapper Rocks and Rainbow Bay Beachfront.

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S&amp;S Projects has announced the final release of apartments at Esprit, priced from $995,000 for the two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments and from $1.95 million for the three-bedroom residences. Two- bedroom residences offer living spaces from 109 sqm to 128 sqm, while three-bedroom designs span from 151 sqm to 215 sqm.

When completed, Esprit residents will not only secure a well-designed apartment but will also enjoy a lifetime membership to one of the most impressive and exclusive wellness clubs on the Gold Coast.

Club Esprit will deliver&nbsp;a fully equipped gym, yoga lawn, private remedial treatment room, ice bath, infrared sauna, steam rooms, 25-metre infinity edge lap pool and poolside cabanas.

“When you consider the level of amenity residents are buying into, the superb location, and the superiority of design, you genuinely can’t find better value on the coast right now,” said Pezet.

“Residents are essentially securing an immaculately designed home as well as a lifetime membership to one of the most impressive and exclusive wellness clubs to exist on the Coast.”

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The exercise amenity is balanced by a sprawling residents’ recreational space, including a children’s play lawn complete with modern play equipment, private dining room, private terraces, barbecue areas and an outdoor cinema.

Esprit is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024.

With Esprit now in the construction phase, it brings to three the number of active developments under way by S&amp;S Projects in the coastal hotspot, all of which have hit the spot with lifestyle buyers.

Esprit comes on the heels of the company’s $74 million Flow Residences, hailed as one of Australia’s best-selling beachfront projects, and Awaken Residences, which set a record penthouse sale price of $8.15 million for the Coolangatta area.

Construction of Flow has reached a milestone with the building topping out and edging closer to completion later this year, while construction is progressing at Awaken with the basement completed of the boutique 12-level project starting to take shape on a prime site atop Point Danger.

S&amp;S Project’s Director Paul Gedoun said with the construction of the first two projects having now considerably progressed, it only made sense to begin works on the group’s third Rainbow Bay development.&nbsp;

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“Our trilogy of stunning developments has been exceptionally well received by the market and they undoubtedly set a new standard of modern coastal living on the southern Gold Coast,” he said.&nbsp;

“Each of these projects will deliver their own unique interpretation of relaxed beachfront sophistication that we believe has set Rainbow Bay apart as one of the Gold Coast’s most desirable places to live.

“We are excited to have Hutchinson Builders on Esprit with their local Coolangatta team on the job. They are locals and employ locals and that is important to us,” Gedoun added.&nbsp;

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Esprit will take luxury amenities to a new level with the Gold Coast’s first ever residents’ only wellness rooftop and luxurious recreation area, Club Esprit.

Final release of apartments at Esprit, Rainbow Bay, as Hutchies start construction

Sekisui House Australia has recently launched their latest collection of residences in their West End project, West Village.&nbsp;

The Allere Collection features two connected vertical communities, Uno and Duo, delivering a mix of one, two, three, four and five-bedroom residences.

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Local West End-based architecture firm, Rothelowman, designed the apartments in the 20-storey towers, with both towers set to be constructed simultaneously.

Fronting Mollison Street, Uno will comprise 94 residences upon completion, along with two levels of commercial space.&nbsp;

Filling in the upper levels of the tower is a collection of luxury penthouses and a sub-penthouse, with the latter boasting a home-sized floor plan featuring four-bedrooms and three-bathrooms, across 222 sqm of space.&nbsp;

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Priced at $3,686,499*, the sub-penthouse is targeting the downsizer market, or those looking to live somewhere well connected, with the West Village precinct achieving a 99/100 walk score rating.&nbsp;

Allowing connections to occur through meaningful spatial experiences, each of the residences has been designed to respond to the ever-changing needs of its occupants, with a character inspired by the urban fabric of West End.&nbsp;

Designed with a distinctive sculptured tectonic wall, Uno is emblazoned with subtropical greenery that projects outwardly through the generously-sized verandas to the north and south, along with integrated landscaping along the upper level terraces.

Crowning Uno will be a pool, enclosed dining space, seating areas, a vegetable garden, conservatory, as well as ‘Paw Pavilion’, which provides an off leash dog space within the building.&nbsp;

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The towers are set within a living heritage village that pays homage to the Peters Ice Cream and Cone Factories, built in 1920, located just 800 metres from the Brisbane CBD. 
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A full-line Woolworths supermarket takes up shop in the community, along with Harris Farm Markets, Goodlife Health Clubs, a chemist, medical centre and more than 25 food and lifestyle providores.&nbsp; 
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*Price correct at time of publication.

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Priced at $3,686,499*, the sub-penthouse is targeting the downsizer market, or those looking to live somewhere well connected, with the West Village precinct achieving a 99/100 walk score rating. 

Inside the Allere Collection: A look into the Uno sub-penthouse

Perth locals, Stirling Capital, have long had a desire to produce sustainable and environmentally conscious projects.

The group, led by Managing Director, Luke Reinecke, incorporates designs with embedded networks that use smart metres, renewable energy sources such as solar panels, and measures to optimise energy savings for residents of every project.

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“Sustainability is integral to every brief we provide to our architects – from water and energy efficiency to materials selection and other initiatives, we consider sustainability throughout every stage of every project to ensure optimum environmental performance from the ground up.”

Stirling’s Jolimont project, Florin, follows suit with the group’s sustainable ambitions, with the Parkside residences achieving a 5 Star Green Star rating.

Launched by Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) in 2003, Green Star is Australia’s largest voluntary and truly holistic sustainability rating system for buildings, fit-outs and communities.

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Green Star aims to reduce the impact of climate change by promoting developments and communities that support a more sustainable way of life, with all projects displaying a Green Star Certification Trademark passing through an independent assessment process.

With a 5 Star Green Star rating, Florin represents Australian Excellence in sustainability, with features such as ceiling fans, energy-efficient lighting and appliances, a highly efficient heat pump water system, and 40kW solar helping the project reach the mark.

All common areas are also serviced by 100 per cent renewable energy, while extensive landscaping ensures the living spaces are directly connected to nature, blending seamlessly with the neighbouring park.

These benefits also help to keep living costs down for residents.

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The $37 million project will deliver 63 residences to the Jolimont area, with the family-sized apartments offering sweeping views to the neighbouring park and CBD skyline.

One, two three and four-bedroom apartments are still remaining in the project, with completion slated for the back-end of 2023.

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Stirling’s Jolimont project, Florin, follows suit with the group’s sustainable ambitions, with the Parkside residences achieving a 5 Star Green Star rating.

How Florin Parkside takes on a sustainable design 

Differentiating itself from the larger projects on the market in the area, the Riva Ridge-developed Soul Hampton offers just eight apartments across the site.

The group engaged locals, Finnis Architecture and Interiors to design the building, with the apartments incorporating natural stone and veneer timber panelling, packed with fine finishes and Gaggenau appliances

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With a focus on maximising space, the project delivers a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, ranging from 120 sqm to 181 sqm.&nbsp;

With a majority of the residences already sold, Noorden Sales Agent, David Lamond highlighted the limited opportunity in the sought-after project, with just two residences remaining.&nbsp;

“The two-bedroom apartment is possibly the largest two-bed option available in Hampton, which just adds to the project, with its already amazing location,” Lamond said.&nbsp;

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Starting from $1,595,000, the 143 sqm two-bedroom apartment finds its home on level one of Soul, appointed with a large and luxurious floorplan.&nbsp;

A ground floor apartment is also up for grabs, spanning 231 sqm, with a price tag of $1,925,000.&nbsp;

The three-bedroom offering benefits from an expansive landscaped courtyard, with the south-facing area also including an alfresco dining space.&nbsp;

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With two-bathrooms and two car spaces, both of the apartments also come with a storage room in the basement.&nbsp;

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With a focus on maximising space, the project delivers a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, ranging from 120 sqm to 181 sqm. 

A look into the remaining apartments at Soul Hampton

Boutique property developer Kervale has smashed the Brighton price record for an apartment, selling a four-bedroom penthouse off-the-plan within its ESSENCE project for $10.2 million, equating to a whopping $22,000 sqm rate.&nbsp;

The sale breaks the current sqm rate for the suburb, which was achieved in August last year for a five-bedroom house at $19,000 sqm.&nbsp;

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It is also the highest price ever achieved for an apartment, smashing the $8.2 million record achieved in 2019 for a three-bedroom apartment.&nbsp;

The sale is made even more impressive with ESSENCE having only launched to market in April.&nbsp;

ESSENCE comprises two buildings with 11 residences in each, with the state-of-the-art residences designed with discerning owners inmind.&nbsp;

Kervale Sales Director Michael Ryan said the record-breaking sale is evidence that the luxury apartment market is still thriving.&nbsp;

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“The four-bedroom penthouse is the jewel in the crown, it has all the elements often reserved for an expansive house and truly is the epitome of luxury living in Brighton,” he said.&nbsp;

The local buyer comes from Hawthorn and while not downsizing, was attracted to the luxurious design of ESSENCE, which includes a private rooftop and swimming pool, complete with city and bay views.&nbsp;

Designed by the renowned Bruce Henderson Architecture and Interiors, ESSENCE offers design and amenities that would be difficult to rival in Brighton, says Ryan.

Located beneath the ground floor of the complex are a secluded and sophisticated set of amenities to replenish and recharge the senses and to bring something extra to apartment living, including a wine cellar, residents lounge area, private dining room, kitchenette, billiards table, and private gym and yoga studio.&nbsp;

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“The local buyer had been searching for a long time to find an expansive home with city views that was really special and the ESSENCE penthouse offered just that - four bedrooms, two studies, an eight-car garage, a spiral staircase to a private rooftop complete with a pool and all the amenities reserved exclusively for residents, all while providing a lock up and leave lifestyle,” he added.&nbsp;

ESSENCE homes are spread across two distinct wings of the building, offering the ultimate quiet, intimate refuge.&nbsp;

The central courtyard creates a street presence that aligns with the natural rhythm of Black Street via purposeful architecture.&nbsp;

18 of the homes are composed of two or three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and two car parks, while the remaining two penthouses boast three-bedrooms, three-bathrooms and three car parks.&nbsp;

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Managing Director and Corporate Director of Bruce Henderson Architects, Graham Morrison, said the amenities on offer are reminiscent of a 6-star hotel.&nbsp;

“The idea behind the design was to be able to provide people with large homes to be able to downsize but still have the facilities they’re used to. In some cases they haven’t experienced this level of comfort before,” said Morrison.&nbsp;

In the parking area, amenities such as the electric vehicle charging points, pet grooming facilities, bicycle storage, golf club lockers, and a car washing station make ESSENCE living unparalleled in terms of convenience.&nbsp;

“Lifestyles need to incorporate more than just a living space; they need areas, landscapes and buildings which are interesting and liveable. Large open living spaces provide exclusive, thoughtful design outcomes with lots of important detailing,” he said.&nbsp;

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Internally, the interiors are inspired by the external facade, designed to embrace open space.&nbsp;

Each room encapsulates sophistication via a clean, neutral palette within, while adding modern, exciting touches with natural stone, quality joinery, tapware, lighting and appliances such as VZUG and Liebeherr.&nbsp;

It is currently under construction and is scheduled for completion in early 2023. Remaining apartments are priced from $1.495 million and $3.5 million for penthouses.

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It is also the highest price ever achieved for an apartment, smashing the $8.2 million record achieved in 2019 for a three-bedroom apartment. 

Kervale’s ESSENCE Brighton Project Smashes Price Record at $10.2 million

A crop of new residents will soon be calling Footscray home.

The Keystone Property Group project, Ovation, recently topped out, with Platinum Construction behind the build of the inner-city apartments.

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Located just 5.6 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD, Footscray is one of those rare suburbs that, while possessing a strong village-like atmosphere, enjoys the same connectivity to that of a city fringe locale.

Designed by architects, Kavellaris Urban Design (KUD), Ovation delivers 131 residences to the heart of the suburb, with a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

Ovation’s façade speaks to the domain’s industrial past, featuring red brick, concrete and steel, while the interiors have been designed to evoke a homely atmosphere and a sense of familiarity for its residents.&nbsp;

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Textured timber joinery teams with oak floors, imbuing living spaces with a neutral warmth - a blank canvas of sorts, to suit every buyer’s style.&nbsp;

Kitchen benchtops are appointed with a modern concrete finish for style and durability, next to plentiful integrated storage.&nbsp;

The interiors of Ovation are also very much defined by what exists outside of the apartments, with full height windows inviting in ample sunlight along with views to the city skyline and surrounding streetscapes.

Bringing a layer of greenery to the development, John Patrick Landscape Architects designed the verdancy to integrate tactfully into recesses on the façade, juxtaposing the building’s built form with lush, natural beauty.

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Two and three-bedders can still be snapped up in the development, with prices starting from $572,500.

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Located just 5.6 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD, Footscray is one of those rare suburbs that, while possessing a strong village-like atmosphere, enjoys the same connectivity to that of a city fringe locale.

Construction wraps on Footscray apartments, Ovation

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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