In a show of confidence, one of the northern Gold Coast’s most prolific developers, Lewis Land, has appointed leading builder Greyburn to deliver the first stage of its visionary Harbour Shores master plan.&nbsp;

The announcement coincides with the formal launch of sales in the Gold Coast’s first 6 Star Green Star Community, which will be delivered over the next decade.&nbsp;

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<a href="/developers/lewis-land-group">Lewis Land</a> Chief Executive Officer, Brett Draffen, said Greyburn’s appointment signified the group’s commitment to delivering the first three residential collections as swiftly as possible.&nbsp;

“Bringing new supply to the market has never been so important for the Gold Coast and home buyers need to have confidence that the projects they’re investing in will be delivered,” Draffen said.&nbsp;

“<a href="/builders/greyburn">Greyburn</a>&nbsp;Building Contractors has a 35-year history specialising in home and boutique apartment construction and this partnership demonstrates our confidence in their capacity, local teams, and trusted supplier networks.&nbsp;

“This is a tremendous outcome for the project, and the future residents of Harbour Shores.”&nbsp;

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The 16ha <a href="/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters">Harbour Shores</a> masterplan, located directly opposite Harbour Town, is one of the last remaining large-scale, greenfield waterfront development sites on the <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a>.&nbsp;

Draffen said construction will commence on the luxury waterfront homes, called The Residences, in July followed by the two apartment collections – The Waterline and Palm House.&nbsp;

“The central community parkland, waterfront boardwalk, resort-style clubhouse, pool and tennis court will also be delivered in this first stage,” he said.&nbsp;

“Based on the current construction program, the first residents of Harbour Shores will be welcomed into &nbsp;their homes in 2026.”&nbsp;

Greyburn Building Contractors Director, Aaron Hook, said the company’s expertise in boutique residential projects was a strong advantage. &nbsp;

“There’s a fantastic synergy between Lewis Land’s vision for Harbour Shores and our specialist approach to the delivery of boutique residential projects,” Hook said.&nbsp;

“As a local Gold Coast business, we are incredibly proud to be able to deliver the first stage of this future-focused development.”&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="/architects/bda-architecture">BDA</a> architects as a ‘village of villages’, Harbour Shores will evolve over the next decade to deliver a mix of boutique apartments and villas, communal open spaces and parklands, a waterfront boardwalk, private marina berths, and a range of resort-style resident amenities.&nbsp;

It is also the Gold Coast’s most sustainable community, achieving a 6 Star Green Star Communities V1.1 Rating from the Green Building Council of Australia - a world-class standard.&nbsp;

Lewis Land has a long-standing history on the northern Gold Coast, pioneering the creation of the &nbsp;Sovereign Islands, Ephraim Island, Paradise Point Keys, Huntington Harbour and Harbour Town, redefining luxury, lifestyle and destination retail.&nbsp;

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Lewis Land Chief Executive Officer, Brett Draffen, said Greyburn’s appointment signified the group’s commitment to delivering the first three residential collections as swiftly as possible

Joel Robinson

Lewis Land appoints Greyburn to deliver first stage of Harbour Shores in Biggera Waters

Development Victoria creates places for people. As the development arm of the Victoria Government, they deliver places that make a genuine difference to Victorians. Development Victoria builds great homes and communities where people can thrive while catering to different budgets, lifestyles and needs so that more people can live where they want to be at prices they can afford.

Development Victoria is progressing with its development in Sunshine North at a strong pace. With Stage 1 homes already sold out at LUMA, homes, Stage 2 homes launched earlier this year, continuing the momentum of interest in the development. Stage Two has a collection of around 85 one, two, three and four-bedroom homes, an intentional variety of configurations to cater for every kind of buyer.&nbsp;

The homes at LUMA are designed with a focus on sustainability and are all electric, featuring solar PV with battery storage, double-glazed windows, and a minimum 7-star NatHERS energy rating. The development is well-connected, with proximity to train stations, the Western Ring Road, Sunshine Hospital, and various local amenities.

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Future plans for the site include a pedestrian and vehicle bridge over Stony Creek via Metherall Street, providing a link between LUMA and the existing community, and new commercial and retail precincts featuring a mix of retail outlets such as supermarkets and specialty stores to support the everyday needs of local residents.

Development Victoria has appointed SAW Construction to deliver Stage 2 homes who have over 15 years' experience in townhouses construction across Victoria. SAW Constructions are also building the homes in Stage 1 which will be ready to occupy early next year.

The LUMA community will also boast a strategically positioned, 3,600 sqm park, located central to all homes. The park will feature a children’s playground, barbecue facilities, and shaded picnic areas.

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Development Victoria is offering prospective purchasers an opportunity to buy with just a five per cent deposit, with no progress payments until construction is complete. For a limited time, they also have an added offer of a $5,000 free upgrade package that can be used to select from a range of upgrades at no additional cost.

To make homeownership possible for more Victorians, Development Victoria aims to offer at least a quarter of the homes they build to households eligible for affordable housing through their Priority Access program. This program offers eligible households exclusive access to purchase high-quality homes at affordable prices before they are made available to the open market.

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LUMA’s Urban and Tempo range of homes offer innovative floorplans, some featuring two-living areas perfect for teenagers or as a work from home space, have captured the attention of a range of buyers seeking a low-maintenance family-sized home.

LUMA’s latest release of townhouses is now selling.

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Development Victoria is offering prospective purchasers  the  opportunity to buy with just a five per cent deposit, with no progress payments until construction is complete

Development Victoria's LUMA Sunshine North community gathers pace

Melbourne developer Noetic Place has launched its eponymous Hampton apartment development, Noetic Places, offering some of the largest apartments on the market in the burgeoning Bayside suburb.

<a href="/developers/noetic-places">Noetic Places</a> is a celebration of design, landscape and community. <a href="/new-apartments/noetic-place-hampton-28-34-service-street-hampton">Noetic Place</a>, led by Stephen Barrow-Yu, worked extensively with the local council and community to create something that the community could celebrate, and to do that, they brought in the best collaborators.

<a href="/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>&nbsp;designed the building, while the everpresent <a href="/architects/eckersley-garden-architecture">Eckersley</a> Garden Architecture handled the landscaping.

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The building, home to 33 two, three and four-bedroom apartments, has been designed to appear as three individual homes, mimicking the scale of nearby houses on the tree-lined Service Street, within a stroll of Hampton's beach, village and station.

The project's stepped façade features Krause bricks in sandy bayside tones, balancing the warmth of bronze metallic finishes. The exterior design is inspired by local Edwardian homes and beachy tones, featuring a light sandy brick facade with warm metallic details and timber battens.

The development is the second for Hampton-based boutique developer Noetic Places, building on the character of its first – Reunion Place - designed and delivered by the same team 500 metres away.

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Barrow-Yu involved neighbours in Noetic Place's design, taking time to listen to community concerns to ensure it is embraced by the Hampton community.

"We know that great architecture and design, and spaces of planted beauty, lift the spirit and add to the environment," Barrow-Yu said.

Two basement levels provide ample car spaces for residents, each with an electric charging capability.

Noetic Place prioritises green spaces by retaining established trees on-site and introducing curated pockets of local and native flora.

Upon entering Noetic Place, residents will be greeted by a lobby where the exterior brickwork textures smoothly transition into a spacious triple-height area featuring rose-tinted travertine stone, lush greenery, an overhead oculus skylight, and distinctive paving below.

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For the interiors of the apartments,&nbsp;Fender Katsalidis has chosen finishes and fixtures that align more with custom-designed, architecturally crafted homes.&nbsp;

Each residence is individually designed to maximise natural light and provide views of gardens or the neighbourhood.

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Residents will have access to several communal amenities, including a garden to the south of the site, featuring a pavilion with a kitchenette and a library for residents to enjoy.

Noetic Place is only 500 metres from Hampton Street, Hampton's go-to retail strip with specialty stores and eateries, including a grocer, baker, gourmet delicatessen, juice bar and a fruit market.

Evoke Property is marketing Noetic Place.

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Noetic Place will comprise just 33 large-scale apartments designed by Fender Katsilidis just 500 metres from Hampton Street

Noetic Place Hampton: A celebration of design, landscaping and community

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) has gazetted an amendment to the <a href="/developments/woollahra-nsw-2025">Woollahra</a> Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2014, allowing the planning proposal at 136-148 New South Head Road, <a href="/developments/edgecliff-nsw-2027">Edgecliff</a> to proceed with increased density.

The amendment raises the height limit from 14 metres to 46 metres at the 1,748 sqm mixed-use site located three kilometres from the CBD and&nbsp;opposite the Edgecliff Centre and Edgecliff Station.

<a href="/architects/group-gsa">GroupGSA</a> delivered the planning proposal for the development dubbed One Darling Point, which is currently for sale through CBRE and Colliers. International development company,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/anka-property-group">Anka Property Group</a>,&nbsp;directed by Andrew and Vera Boyarsky, are the vendors.

GroupGSA urban design principal Jenna Keyes said the site’s significant location, situated directly across from Edgecliff Station and bus interchange, will contribute to the NSW Government’s aspiration for Sydney to be a 30-minute city.&nbsp;

“Appropriate development of this site presents an opportunity to maximise the benefits of active and efficient transport for more residents and support the newly released housing targets from the NSW Government,” Keyes said.&nbsp;

The New South Head Road corridor provides essential access to transport and services and a significant catchment area including <a href="/developments/darling-point-nsw-2027">Darling Point</a> Peninsula, <a href="/developments/paddington-nsw-2021">Paddington</a>, <a href="/developments/double-bay-nsw-2028">Double Bay</a> and <a href="/developments/rushcutters-bay-nsw-2011">Rushcutters Bay</a>.&nbsp;

Keyes said the rezoning will support future renewal objectives set out in the Greater Sydney Region Plan, including providing an appropriate location for additional housing, fostering growth to meet the community's needs for goods and services, and enhancing the area's roles in recreation, culture, arts, and community hubs.

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GroupGSA developed a concept design for the site to align with the client’s and Woollahra Council’s vision of delivering the highest standard of architectural and urban design within the rejuvenated urban corridor and revitalised core.

GroupGSA Architecture principal Alister Eden said the site, positioned at the prominent intersection of New South Head and Darling Point Roads, presented “an opportunity to create a gateway building and new focal point” in the transformation of Edgecliff.

“The design is a direct nod to the retained art deco former bank building, and adjacent buildings of a similar architectural style,” Eden said. “The concept was conceived to work in harmony with the existing urban condition, while also delivering a contemporary response to this changing environment.&nbsp;

“An activated public interface on the ground plane is designed to enhance the pedestrian experience of the centre, within what is currently a very vehicle-centric environment. This will improve the social and economic conditions of Edgecliff as a whole, aligning with the future development that is anticipated across adjacent sites.”

In July 2022, Woollahra Council refused the proposal, prompting Anka to call for a rezoning review. Following the success of that outcome, the NSW Department of Planning announced a gateway determination in March of this year.

Council backflipped on its decision by supporting the plans in February 2024, following public submissions which saw 63 per cent of residents in favour of the high-rise development.

In July 2022, Woollahra Council refused the proposal, prompting Anka to call for a rezoning review. Following the success of that outcome, the NSW Department of Planning announced a gateway determination in March of this year

New Edgecliff gateway development expected after height limit triples

Popular watering hole the Northbridge Hotel, and the adjoining commercial precinct Northbridge Village, are set to make way for a new mixed-use retail and apartment building.

SJD, who is well known in Sydney's east for developing the luxury apartment project 1788, has filed plans with Willoughby Council for a new $45 million development comprising 24 apartments above street-level retail at 57-69 Strathallen Avenue, just off Sailors Bay Road and not far from Northbridge Plaza.

Bates Smart has designed the five-level building which has a mix of just three and four-bedroom apartments. Two EV charging bays will feature in the two-level basement that will cater for 51 cars for both residential and retail use.

There's been little in the way of off the plan activity in Northbridge in recent years. There had previously been plans for Escarp, across the road at 46 Strathallen Avenue, however they failed to eventuate.

The only recent project to launch locally was with WINIM, who in October last year launched&nbsp;Flō, just seven townhomes and five apartments opposite Northbridge Shore Playing Fields and just a few hundred metres down the road from Northbridge Plaza and the popular Warners Park.

First look: Northbridge Hotel to make way for new mixed-use development

Sekisui House&nbsp;Australia has submitted a development application for the construction of three multi-storey apartment towers in Melrose Park.

The $450 million project outlines the construction of a 21 and 24-level, plus a central seven-level tower above a podium level at 82-84 Wharf Road.&nbsp;

The buildings will be home to a total of 468 apartments and will include three basement levels providing 584 car parking spaces.

The current proposal is for the sixth stage of the broader <a href="/new-townhouses/melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Park</a> master plan, which aims to deliver 6000 homes upon completion. Group GSA says the block for the new building, referred to in the planning documentation as Lot A,&nbsp;interfaces with previously approved residential flat buildings which buffer the site from Victoria Road, along the northern edge.

"As approved outside of the current DCP and masterplan, these built, or under-construction forms, present our site with a varied interface of 7-11 storeys in building heights and the street wall condition, and will be inconsistent with the DCP controls that influence our site," Group GSA noted.

"As a result, the proposed massing for Lot A seeks to address both conditions and to provide an appropriate contextual response.

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This application follows another submitted by <a href="/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui</a>&nbsp;earlier this year for stage five which proposed 368 apartments, also designed by <a href="/architects/group-gsa">Group GSA</a>.&nbsp;

Planning for Melrose Park’s redevelopment began in 2016, with the area rezoned in 2022 following the council’s endorsement of the <a href="/new-townhouses/parramatta-nsw">Parramatta</a> Employment Lands Strategy.&nbsp;

The precinct is undergoing a transition from industrial to mixed-use development, including high-density residential, open space, retail/commercial uses, and a new school.

The extensive Melrose Park master plan has attracted attention from various developers, including <a href="/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a>, highlighting its growing appeal and connectivity after the approval of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2.

The light rail will provide a direct public transport link between Melrose Park, <a href="/new-townhouses/wentworth-point-nsw-2127">Wentworth Point</a>, Sydney Olympic Park, and Parramatta CBD.

"Melrose Park provides for a peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a sought-after place to live that attracts a mix of families, professionals, and retirees who appreciate its safe and serene environment," Group GSA added.

The extensive Melrose Park master plan has attracted attention from various developers, including Deicorp, highlighting its growing appeal and connectivity after the approval of Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2

Sekisui file sixth stage of Melrose Park masterplan

Boutique off the plan apartments have been few and far between in Prahran in recent years.

The cool suburb, known for its cafes, markets and bars, looks set to welcome one, and on arguably on one of the best sites in the area.

Developer Kincrest, who is currently developing The Watson in Essendon and&nbsp;Armytage in South Yarra and has previously delivered three projects in South Yarra, has submitted plans to the Stonnington Council for a mixed-use building on Grattan Gardens.

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Kincrest, led by Tom Howgate, secured <a href="/new-apartments/the-osment-prahran-3-7-grattan-street-prahran">3-7 Grattan Street</a> off market, and then amalgamated the neighbouring single-level warehouse to create 1,613 sqm and a 35-metre frontage to the park.

The plans by Cheah Saw Architecture are for 22 apartments across a seven-level building. The two three and four-bedroom apartments, offering larger than standard sizes, something which is built into Kincrest's development ethos, will sit above two levels of strata offices and a ground-floor cafe and retail space that will face the park.

"The Greville St precinct, with positive input from the City of Stonnington, has rejuvenated in recent years, we’re really excited to be within such a historical, vibrant area of life. We see this development as contributing to a world-class location" Howgate says.

"Both the apartments and the offices will be desirable for a lot of people. There's transport on the doorstep with the Prahran Station, access to Punt Road, and every service you could want within 200 metres. That's on top of being directly opposite the park, an opportunity that rarely presents itself."

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Howgate says there's not been apartments or office spaces&nbsp;like this in Prahran before.

"We have a lot of confidence in the location and what's on offer, and we believe it will resonate with several buyer demographics."

Cheah Saw cleverly designed the building on an irregularly shaped block to step down from its roof, creating a green topography.

"The building is intended to be an extension of the park, a sloping green hill stepping down to Grattan Gardens.," the architecture firm noted in their documentation submitted as part of the planning process.

"The terraces are framed by greenery above and below, framing views to the park and utilising the concept of borrowed scenery, connecting the building to the park and beyond."

There's a maximum of six apartments per floor. The majority of the apartments are well over 150 sqm, something which Howgate says has stood them in good stead in a challenging market.

There will be four two-bedroom apartments, 17 three-beds, and a single four-bedroom penthouse that will share the top level with a communal terrace.

Howgate is hoping to launch the Grattan St project later this year.

Kincrest, led by Tom Howgate, secured 3-7 Grattan Street off market, and then amalgamated the neighbouring single-level warehouse to create 1,613 sqm and a 35-metre frontage to the park

Exclusive first look: Kincrest plots new Prahran apartments

Vertically integrated Gold Coast developer, Big Projects, is set to take on its biggest apartment project to date.

As completion approaches on the likes of Yves by Hirsch &amp; Faigen and LAANI by Dankav, both in <a href="/new-apartments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a>, Big Projects' Glenelg Residences will bring the next wave of new apartments to the sought-after suburb.

Big Projects, led by Matthew and John Barrettt, has filed for an 11-level building on a large 2,056 sqm site at&nbsp;2462-2472 Gold Coast Highway, on the corner of Glenelg Avenue and opposite the Glenelg Public House.

The building will have 96 apartments, a mix of two and three-bedroom units, rooftop amenity in the form of an infinity pool, hot and cold plunge spas, day beds and a barbecue and alfresco space.

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The apartments will sit above a significantly activated ground plane that will home eight retail spaces at street level and a bar in the basement.

Big Projects had BDA design the tower which sits just 270 metres away from the future&nbsp;Mermaid Beach Light Rail Station. BDA said in the documents that the project offers&nbsp;the opportunity to design an innovative architectural building and provide a higher residential density development along the Gold Coast Highway.

"This project offers the opportunity to generate appropriate higher-intensity development within the future Light Rail corridor of Mermaid Beach," BDA's submission to the Gold Coast City Council read.

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"It will contribute to the diverse mix of residential and retail uses envisaged for the area. As designed, the project will provide a memorable sculptural mid-rise mixed-use building."

They said the architecture&nbsp;of the proposed development is minimal and hard-lined, with cantilevered concrete frames and a textured and timeless material palette of brick, textured concrete, and cascading plants, creating a rich and layered urban coastal effect.

"Inspired by nature, the project looks to provide lush cascading landscaping to soften the urban context of the site, and provide a harmonious place for residents and visitors to reside."

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The subject site is included within the Urban Footprint subject to ShapingSEQ 2023 (‘The Regional Plan’) which sets a benchmark of 161,700 new dwellings to be provided within the City of Gold Coast local government area by the year 2046.

The SEQRP benchmarks that 62 per cent (100,254 dwellings) be provided in a high-rise attached format (e.g. high-rise apartments/units, active ground level – street-facing and/or mixed-use) by the year 2046, the Town Planning Report by ZONE Planning noted.

"This requires the City of Gold Coast Council to provide on average, 4,010 High-Rise attached dwellings on a per annum basis until the year 2046, or the equivalent of 48 x 25-storey apartment towers with 84 units each per year."

Big Projects is no stranger to the area. They have approval for Cleo, a boutique six-level apartment block at 2265 Gold Coast Highway. They've&nbsp;previously developed Zinc at Kirra Beach, 73 apartments completed in 2019.&nbsp;

The apartments will sit above a significantly activated ground plane that will home eight retail spaces at street level and a bar in the basement.

Exclusive: Big Projects plot Mermaid Beach apartment development, Glenelg Residences

The City of Boroondara has approved a new 12-level mixed-use development that will become the second tallest building in the area.

The project, at 697-699 Burke Road, <a href="/new-apartments/camberwell-vic-3124">Camberwell</a>, has been designed&nbsp;by <a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> for boutique property developer <a href="/developers/above-zero">Above Zero</a>&nbsp;and will have 36 apartments set above five levels of office space and retail on the ground level.

There will be a mix of 18 two-bedroom apartments, 13 three-beds and five four-bedroom units toward the top of the building.

The approval follows an extensive planning process that has been ongoing site 2015 when the&nbsp;City of Boroondara first refused a 15-level, 62-unit development on the 1,950 sqm site. A year later there was an application to reduce the building to 12 levels, and the number of apartments down to 53, which was also refused.

Local residents, particularly those from the nearby Aerial building, had raised concerns about the building’s height and parking provisions.

The final design, which gained support from both the council and previous objectors, includes office spaces on levels one to five, apartments on levels six to eleven, and a communal rooftop terrace on level 12.

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The Camberwell Junction area is expected to need a further 1,500 additional new dwellings by 2051 to keep up with population growth, the planning documentation suggested.

Council said that while the&nbsp;maximum building height set at 10 storeys in the structure plan, the design detailing and setbacks of any levels above that are extremely relevant and critical to their acceptability.

"We have consistently argued that the maximum building height on the review site is dependent on many factors, including retaining the visual primacy of the Aerial towers in the Junction’s skyline. These factors were exhaustively debated and examined in various VCAT orders, which found that a 12-storey form was acceptable on the subject site, keeping in mind that back then, the site was considerably smaller comprising 699 Burke Road only."

The Camberwell Junction area is expected to need a further 1,500 additional new dwellings by 2051 to keep up with population growth, the planning documentation suggested

Camberwell set for Cera Stribley-designed mixed-use development after green light

The Malinauskas Labor Government will officially abolish stamp duty for all first homebuyers who buy or build a new home, and extend the First Home Owner Grant to all eligible first homebuyers as part of the 2024-25 Budget.

To further boost housing supply and help more South Australians into home ownership, the 2024-25 Budget will abolish property value thresholds for both the stamp duty exemption and First Home Owner Grant at a cost of $30 million over four years.

With the abolition of property value limits, a first homebuyer who purchases a new dwelling broadly in line with the median house price of $750,000 will receive a benefit of over $50,000, including the First Home Owner Grant of $15,000.

The stamp duty exemption will be available to all first home buyers who buy a new home (including a house, flat, unit, townhouse or apartment), an off-the-plan apartment, a house and land package or vacant land to build a new home.

The initiative builds on the tax relief announced as part of the 2023-24 Budget, which saw the Malinauskas Labor Government abolish stamp duty for first home buyers purchasing a new dwelling up to a property value of $650,000 while also aligning the property value cap for the $15,000 First Home Owner Grant to this limit.

South Australian Premier, Peter Malinauskas, said we are amid a national housing crisis borne of successive governments failing to do enough to build new homes.

"In the last budget, we abolished stamp duty for some first home buyers who build new homes. Now we are making that tax relief available to all of them.

"Every new home built in our state benefits the rest of the housing market. Every first homebuyer that can move into a new home means one less buyer or renter competing for existing stock."

First home buyers building a home can also save thousands with a two per cent deposit home loan available through HomeStart, a Malinauskas Government election commitment delivered this year.

Stephen Mullighan, South Australia's Treasurer, says the&nbsp;Malinauskas Government is acutely aware of the barriers facing young people who are looking to enter the housing market, and are determined to do all they can to assist young people into homeownership.

"That is why we have taken the step to abolish the property value cap on the stamp duty exemption for first home buyers who buy or build a new dwelling to ensure all first home buyers who choose this option no longer have to pay stamp duty."

Master Builders SA CEO Will Frogley said it&nbsp;is a great day for any South Australian who dreams of owning their own home.

"It’s also a great day for builders, tradies, suppliers, apprentices and all of the more than 80,000 South Australians directly employed in our industry. As house prices have risen over the years so too has stamp duty.

"This vital policy change by the Malinauskas Labor Government will incentivise South Australians to build their own home, fuel job creation and keep our economy strong."

South Australia scraps stamp duty for first home buyers who buy off the plan or new builds

For most new apartment buildings, the Owners Corporation starts life with little more than a bank account and the first quarterly strata levies.

At <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/9-gay-street-castle-hill-9-gay-street-castle-hill-nsw-2154">9 Gay Street</a> in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/castle-hill-nsw-2154">Castle Hill</a>, it starts with around $7 million in reserve.

It's an unusual legacy of what was once one of Sydney's highest-profile apartment remediation projects. When the development, originally known as Skyview and built by disgraced developer Top Place, came under scrutiny by then NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler, an $11 million remediation bond was negotiated to ensure any building defects could be fully rectified.

The building underwent an 18-month remediation program, during which around $4 million of that bond was spent bringing the building up to the standard it should have been in from the outset.

After extensive inspections, all active rectification orders have been lifted. What's more, around $7.2 million remains secured for the Owners Corporation for the next 15 years.

In a twist few would have predicted, what began as a significant concern for purchasers has left the building with something almost unheard of in the apartment market: a multi-million-dollar financial reserve from day one.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a> Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said the structure offers buyers a level of certainty that is difficult to replicate.

"The $11 million bond established for the Skyview Castle Hill development represents exceptional value, providing genuine financial security for purchasers," Huxley said.

"Unlike a standard insurance policy, this bond consists of real funds held in trust for the Owners Corporation, offering a tangible layer of protection and added peace of mind."

The apartments themselves have been designed with a focus on practical, contemporary living. Interiors feature Smeg appliances, stone benchtops, tiled living areas, carpeted bedrooms, 2.7-metre ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glazing, and ducted heating and cooling throughout.

Residents also have access to a range of shared amenities, including two rooftop barbecue areas, a swimming pool, children's playgrounds, secure building access, storage cages, and visitor parking.

The location continues to be one of the project's strongest drawcards. Castle Hill Metro Station sits virtually on the doorstep, providing direct connections across Sydney's expanding Metro network, while Castle Towers offers extensive retail, dining, entertainment, and service amenities within walking distance.

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The building, now named after its location at 9 Gay Street, comprises a diverse mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments starting from just under $600,000.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett said demand in the Hills District continues to be driven by buyers seeking convenience and connectivity.

"Interest from both owner-occupiers and investors in Castle Hill remains exceptionally strong, with buyers consistently prioritising developments in close proximity to the Metro station and Castle Towers Shopping Centre," Hamblett said.

"There is a clear trend in the market, with purchasers seeking convenient access to transport and lifestyle amenities that support a seamless, low-maintenance way of living."

On top of the long-term protection afforded by the remaining $7.2 million bond, Equitifund is offering a limited-time stamp duty rebate on selected apartments.

Eligible purchasers can also secure finance options, including a 3.99 per cent two-year variable rate, loan-to-value ratios of up to 90 per cent, and interest-only lending options through EquitiCredit.

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Why this Castle Hill apartment building starts with a $7 million advantage

For much of the past few years, conversations about Australia's property market have centred on the rapid growth seen in Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Perth. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/melbourne-vic-3004">Melbourne</a> has followed a different trajectory.

That relative underperformance is now encouraging some buyers to reassess the city, particularly those willing to look beyond short-term market movements and focus on quality property in established locations, along with the long-term growth prospects of a city expected to overtake Sydney as Australia’s most populous.

John Bekiaris, Research &amp; Market Insights at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Projects by Equitifund</a>, said Melbourne's current position is attracting increasingly sophisticated purchasers.

"Melbourne continues to present one of Australia's strongest long-term investment stories," Bekiaris says.

"While other capital cities have experienced stronger recent growth, that relative underperformance is exactly what's attracting sophisticated counter-cyclical investors."

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Equitifund isn't just commenting on Melbourne's property market, it's investing in it.

The Sydney-headquartered capital partner has taken over the remaining apartments at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/victoriana-melbourne-20-queens-road-melbourne-vic-3004">Victoriana</a>, the recently completed glass-encased development opposite Albert Park Lake in Melbourne's tightly held St Kilda Road precinct.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> and built by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/hickory">Hickory</a>, Victoriana places residents between one of Melbourne's most recognised parklands and the CBD, offering oversized two and three-bedroom apartments aimed at owner-occupiers seeking a genuine alternative to a traditional family home.

The development comprises 232 completed residences alongside a suite of resident amenities, including a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, landscaped entertaining areas, resident lounges, EV charging, secure basement parking and a concierge-style arrival experience.

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The apartments have been designed with owner-occupiers firmly in mind.&nbsp;Open-plan living and dining areas flow onto generous balconies framing views across Albert Park Lake, Fawkner Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Melbourne skyline.

Kitchens feature Gaggenau appliances, stone benchtops and generous preparation space. Bedrooms include built-in robes, while bathrooms feature full-height textured tiling. Hardwood flooring and ducted air conditioning complete residences designed for long-term living.

Rothelowman's architecture takes its cues from the landscape opposite the site. Sweeping horizontal glazing references the movement of Albert Park Lake, while generous balconies and expansive glazing strengthen the connection between the apartments and the surrounding parklands. The result is a building designed to deliver the scale and amenity expected of luxury apartment living, while offering the larger floorplans increasingly sought by owner-occupiers.

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The location is one of Victoriana's defining characteristics. Positioned on Queens Road, residents are directly opposite Albert Park Lake and within easy reach of Fawkner Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens, South Melbourne, St Kilda Road and the CBD. With few comparable development opportunities remaining in the precinct, buyers are increasingly placing value on outlooks that are unlikely to be interrupted by future construction.

Greg Huxley, Founder of Equitifund, believes those qualities become even more valuable over time.

"Premium real estate has always rewarded buyers who take a long-term view," Huxley said.

"Victoriana represents the kind of asset that's increasingly difficult to recreate today, particularly in an established location like Queens Road."

He said rising construction costs are also changing the way buyers assess completed developments.

"When you combine an irreplaceable location with thoughtful architecture and premium finishes, you create something that becomes increasingly difficult to reproduce as construction costs continue to rise."

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According to National Sales Director Ben Hamblett, enquiry has been driven largely by Melbourne downsizers and buyers upgrading from smaller apartments.

"Interest in Victoriana continues to build, with strong buyer focus on the larger owner-occupier residences within the development," Hamblett says.

"Enquiry is increasingly driven by local buyers who recognise the rarity of what's on offer: park-facing apartments in an established neighbourhood where new development opportunities are becoming increasingly scarce. At Victoriana, the view is not just a feature; it's an appreciating asset in its own right."

He said interstate enquiry has also strengthened as buyers reassess Melbourne's position within the national property cycle.

"Melbourne currently stands as the most compelling entry point of any major Australian capital, and discerning buyers are beginning to recognise what those who move early always understand: the best opportunities are taken before the price rise confirms them."

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Why now is the time to buy in Melbourne's premium apartment market

Developers and apartment buyers have a narrowing window of opportunity before Brisbane's Olympic infrastructure pipeline begins competing directly with residential construction, pushing up costs, tightening labour supply and making new projects increasingly difficult to deliver.

While Brisbane's apartment market continues to benefit from strong population growth and limited housing supply, industry research suggests the years leading up to 2027 could prove to be the most important period for developers looking to secure builders and buyers hoping to purchase before the next wave of price increases.

A new Colliers report, Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games: Creating Solutions, highlights the scale of the challenge. While thousands of new homes are planned across South East Queensland, the Brisbane Olympic Athletes Village alone will deliver more than 10,500 beds during the Games before being converted into around 1,750 to 2,000 apartments. Equivalent to almost two years of typical inner-city apartment supply, the project will also absorb a significant share of the construction workforce and building materials.

The broader construction pipeline paints an even clearer picture.

Construction Skills Queensland's Horizon 2032 report forecasts Queensland's annual construction pipeline will average $69 billion over the coming years before peaking at $75 billion in 2027-28. Demand for construction workers is expected to increase by 17 per cent to almost 150,000 people, with the industry facing an annual shortfall of around 19,000 workers that could blow out to as many as 35,000 during the peak construction period.

The Olympic venues, athletes village and supporting infrastructure will account for billions of dollars worth of work across South East Queensland through to 2032, creating intense competition for labour at a time when Australia's residential construction sector is already under pressure.

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Colliers Queensland Residential Director Andrew Scriven said the convergence of these projects is creating a clear window of opportunity for both developers and buyers.

"From 2027 onwards, the market will shift dramatically," Scriven said.

"Labour will increasingly be locked into government-led infrastructure and Olympic projects, which means private residential developments will face higher costs and tighter margins. The developers who move now are the ones most likely to get projects off the ground."

Scriven said the same dynamic would also affect buyers, with fewer apartment projects expected to launch once construction capacity tightens.

"If you're looking to change your lifestyle over the next five years, now is your window of opportunity to buy."

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Developers are already positioning themselves ahead of that window.

Following the success of Monarch at Toowong, Consolidated Properties is preparing to launch two new Brisbane apartment projects in the second half of 2026. They include <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/gloriette-30-bedivere-street-yeerongpilly-qld-4105">Gloriette</a> at Yeerongpilly Green, a 25-storey tower within one of Brisbane's key Olympic precincts, and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/castile-47-skyring-terrace-newstead-qld-4006">Castile</a>, a recently approved 25-storey riverfront development at 47 Skyring Terrace in Newstead.

Hutchinson Builders will deliver both projects, with early works already underway at Yeerongpilly and Newstead expected to commence later this year.

The timing comes as Brisbane's fundamentals continue to strengthen, with strong interstate migration, population growth and vacancy rates remaining below 1.5 per cent.

Colliers Queensland researcher Pragya Sharma said Greater Brisbane is forecast to require around 40,000 new apartments between 2021 and 2031.

"There's a real mismatch emerging between when housing is needed and when it will be feasible to build," Sharma said.

"As a result, the period leading up to 2027 presents a key window of opportunity for developers to secure approvals, funding and construction capacity, while buyers will have greater choice before supply constraints intensify."

Colliers research outlines a critical pre-2027 window to start residential projects before labour squeeze: now is the time to buy

Developers, buyers on watch in South East Queensland ahead of construction crunch: Colliers

It's taken less than nine months for developer Sherpa Property Group to sell out all 51 apartments in its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-oasis-palm-beach-7-9-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Oasis</a> development in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>, over a year before its anticipated completion.

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Located at 7-9 Sixth Avenue, the $67 million development has resonated strongly with both local owner-occupiers and downsizers seeking high-quality apartments within walking distance of the beach, dining precincts and everyday amenities.

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Christie Leet, Founder of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Group</a>, said the sell-out reflected both the strength of the Palm Beach market and the success of Sherpa's community-first approach to development.

"The sell-out of Oasis is a fantastic outcome and reinforces the strong demand we're seeing for thoughtfully designed apartments in lifestyle locations," Leet said.

"From the outset, our vision was to create a development that genuinely enhanced the Palm Beach community while providing residents with exceptional homes and wellness-focused amenities.

"We've been incredibly encouraged by the level of local support throughout the campaign, 72.5 per cent of buyers are locals, with a significant proportion of purchasers choosing Oasis as their future home rather than an investment."

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Construction is now progressing following development approval, with trusted builder LPS Group delivering the project and completion anticipated in Q3 2027.

Oasis forms part of Sherpa Group's successful Flourish collection, which has become recognised for its focus on wellness, community and elevated coastal living.

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Residents will have private access to a rooftop amenity space featuring a pool, gym, sauna, steam room, hot and cold plunge pools, spa and barbecue facilities.

"The success of Oasis demonstrates that buyers continue to prioritise quality, location and lifestyle," Leet said.

"We are proud to have delivered a project that has resonated so strongly with the market and look forward to bringing Oasis to life for our future residents."

Sherpa recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-soleira-palm-beach-1150-1160-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Soleira</a>, its third instalment of the Flourish brand in Palm Beach following Flourish Oasis and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/amargo-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Amargo</a>.

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Sherpa sells out Flourish Oasis in booming Palm Beach

Urban Property Group's <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/la-vera-macquarie-park-94-talavera-road-macquarie-park-nsw-2113">La Vera</a> is leading the next phase of Macquarie Park's residential evolution, with the new apartment development set to become the first of several new apartment projects in the precinct to complete.

The 169-apartment building has now topped out ahead of its scheduled completion in the third quarter of 2026, as new residential investment continues to reshape one of Sydney's largest employment hubs into a true mixed-use precinct.

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Cox Architecture has designed La Vera to capture the best of its unique positioning on Talavera Road, orienting the building towards Lane Cove National Park.&nbsp;The building features a sculpted northern façade with flowing curves inspired by the surrounding landscape, while its city-facing elevation adopts a more structured architectural expression to maximise skyline views.

"The vision for the project was to conceive a building that adopted an organic and curvilinear form to the northern portion that faces the Lane Cove National Park," <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a> Director Felipe Miranda said.

"The residents that reside in the northern portion of the building benefit by having beautifully crafted curved balconies that speak to the natural context and heighten the relationship of their internal living spaces to the external balconies."

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La Vera offers a diverse mix of one, two, three, and four-bedroom configurations, with prices currently starting from $740,000. Buyers so far have been a mix of Sydney-based investors,&nbsp;metro commuters, owner-occupiers and downsizers from surrounding North Shore suburbs.

Both investors and owner-occupiers have been drawn to La Vera's proximity to Macquarie University, Macquarie University Hospital, Macquarie Centre and the Sydney Metro, infrastructure that supports both strong rental demand and a convenient lifestyle for residents.

The apartments feature full-height glazing, timber flooring throughout living areas, stone kitchen benchtops, SMEG appliances, floor-to-ceiling bathroom tiling and ducted air conditioning.

Residents will have access to a rooftop recreation level featuring a swimming pool, sauna, barbecue facilities and landscaped relaxation areas, complemented by additional communal space at ground level. Many apartments enjoy uninterrupted views across Lane Cove National Park, reinforcing the project's connection to its natural setting.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a>, a family-owned developer and builder with nearly four decades of experience, holds a 4.5-star iCIRT rating and was Australia's first developer to introduce 10-Year Latent Defects Insurance (LDI). La Vera is the first apartment development in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/macquarie-park-nsw-2113">Macquarie Park</a> approved to offer the additional insurance protection, alongside a five-year warranty on SMEG appliances.

Urban Property Group CEO Patrick Elias said the additional protection reflects changing buyer expectations in the off the plan market.

"Consumers are a lot more weary and a lot more concerned in buying off the plan than they ever have been. Having LDI is a tool to portray the confidence that we have in our product, and a confidence we want buyers to share," Elias said.

Following completion of the building later this year, buyers will move into their apartments well before Christmas.

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