Australia’s largest private builder, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/hutchinson-builders">Hutchinson Builders</a>, has locked into the commencement of construction on the fourth project being undertaken by seasoned Queensland developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ss-projects">S&amp;S Projects</a> in Rainbow Bay.

Hutchinson will start construction early next year on the $250m residential project <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia</a> after S&amp;S privately funded its own early works, demonstrating the group’s confidence in the southern Gold Coast property market.&nbsp;

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Radia is the fourth project undertaken by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, following behind Flow Residences, Awaken Residences, and Esprit, which has helped transform the waterfront enclave into a premium lifestyle destination.

Situated on a 1,355 sqm site on Boundary Street, Radia will comprise just 38 two-, three-, four- and five-bedroom apartments across a 14-storey building. Prices start from $2.4 million.

“It’s fantastic to see Radia begin to take shape,” said Paul Gedoun, Founding Director of S&amp;S Projects.

“We chose to fund the early works because we are confident in the strength of the Gold Coast market and committed to delivering this project on time."

Gedoun described Rainbow as an "iconic location on the Gold Coast.

"There is such a high demand for residential projects, with buyers recognising the value and unrivalled lifestyle that’s on offer. To now have partnered with Hutchinson Builders, one of Australia’s most experienced contract builders, is an exceptional milestone for us, and signals the next stage of Radia.”

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Launched to the market in 2024, Radia has attracted strong interest from affluent, coastal mindned buyers, as well as downsizers and investors, looking for spacious apartment living in the Gold Coast’s premier coastal suburb.&nbsp;

Strategically located at 271 Boundary Street, Radia showcases panoramic 360-degree views of the surrounding coastline across both sides of the Queensland-New South Wales border, a rare feature in today’s market.

Anchored by wellness and balance, Radia will feature a lap pool with a heated magnesium spa, ice bath, infrared sauna, thermal room, steam room, gymnasium, residents’ lounge and private dining room.&nbsp;

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“Each amenity is designed to capitalise on the lifestyle of Rainbow Bay, ensuring residents can enjoy the relaxed coastal experience, the enclave is famous for,” Gedoun added.

“As we edge closer to getting off the ground backed by one of the country’s biggest builders, we believe Radia will become one of the Gold Coast’s most compelling opportunities for buyers looking to live the ultimate coastal lifestyle."

Hutchies is forecasting a late 2027 completion date.

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S&S appoints Hutchies to build Radia Rainbow Bay apartments

Designed around how residents move, recharge, and live day to day, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/exhale-surfers-paradise-8-enderley-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Exhale</a> is the newest residential address by South East Queensland developer SIERA.

Located in the sought-after pocket of Northcliffe, a calm stretch of beachfront between Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise, just steps from the sand, Exhale marks SIERA's third Gold Coast project and a landmark addition to its growing coastal portfolio.

Designed in collaboration with long-time architecture partner BDA, Exhale will rise from the corner of Enderley Avenue and Garfield Terrace, a site <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/siera">SIERA</a> spent more than a year securing off-market for its rare beachside position in the heart of Northcliffe.

Perhaps the most striking element is Exhale's sculptural glass curtain wall façade, a complex architectural and engineering achievement developed with specialist local façade engineers whose experience extends to supertall towers. It is designed to do two things at once: create a timeless presence on the Northcliffe skyline and maximise panoramic coastal views for every resident.

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SIERA Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson says the building has been shaped around a simple question: how will residents actually live here?

"We started with the lifestyle, not the floor plate," Thompson says. "How ever you want to live here, whether you're up early for a run along the Oceanway, surfing before work, using the gym on a quiet weekday, or arriving for the weekend to unwind, the building makes it effortless. That's why you'll find surf craft and beach storage, a magnesium pool, a Pilates and yoga studio. Every space has been designed to make coastal life easy."

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Exhale's two-level wellness podium is designed around movement and mindfulness, the active side of daily life on the coast. Residents will find a fully equipped gymasium, heated magnesium pool, spa, sauna, Nordic cold shower, and biophilic designed landscaped gardens. Dedicated bike storage and the High Tide Room with its surfcraft and beach amenities mean the transition from sand to home is sandless and seamless.

Inside, the building shifts to calm. A dedicated Pilates and yoga studio, library and reading retreat, cinema lounge, and private dining room with a private bar and wine cellar offer a quieter, more social side of life at Exhale. A boardroom ensures the building works just as well for those who need it during the week as it does on the weekend.

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Exhale's residences have been designed around how space is experienced, not just measured. Most feature more than 30 metres of glass frontage, drawing natural light and ocean views deep into every room, from the kitchen through to the bedrooms.

Layouts create distinct living and sleeping zones, with generous kitchens, full laundries, and entertaining areas proportioned for everyday living. Across five residence types, each floor plate has been shaped to make the most of the building's rare width and coastal outlook.

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From level 14 the tower's form tapers upward, creating a sculptural profile that softens its presence against the skyline while enhancing light and views for upper-level residents.

BDA Director John Lightbody says the design draws directly from the coastal landscape.

"We took inspiration from the sand dunes, the utilitarian forms of ocean racing sail boats, and the built environment around the site," Lightbody says. "The podium is organic, textured like wind-blown sand undulating in response to the landscape. The tower grows from this as a sculptural glass form shielded by the smooth white sails of the western façade."

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Exhale is SIERA's third Gold Coast project. Founded by Brent Thompson in 2014, the developer built its reputation across a decade of delivery in Brisbane's inner ring before turning to the coast. Its first beachfront project, PIPIS in Bilinga, a boutique collection of 19 residences, recently sold out. Its second, Tapestry on Chevron Island, is a 113-apartment building already 95 per cent sold with construction well advanced and completion due later this year.

Construction of Exhale is already underway, with demolition taking place on site and piling works to follow. Completion is scheduled for 2028.

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SIERA makes waves beachside in Northcliffe with the unveiling of Exhale

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/kokoda-property">Kokoda Property Group</a> has unconditionally acquired a $100 million-plus site on St Kilda Road where it will deliver an 18-storey tower.

Kokoda is now working with Studio McCue to design a new apartment building on the 6,085 sqm site at 441 St Kilda Road, a site which has been owned by Dymocks Properties for several years.&nbsp;

They will create a development that "brings integrated wellness, design-led living, and a curated ground-floor hospitality and retail offering to one of Melbourne’s most distinguished boulevards."

Kokoda Property Group Founder and Managing Director, Mark Stevens, said the acquisition reflects Kokoda’s continued confidence in Melbourne’s residential market and the future of St Kilda Road.&nbsp;

“After a cautious period, buyer sentiment is stabilising, and capital is returning to quality, design-led residential projects in prime locations," Steven said.

"At the same time, Victoria’s competitive construction market offers a window of opportunity to deliver best-in-class developments without compromising craftsmanship."

St Kilda Road and its surrounds are going through a development boom, with several new developments either underway or in the planning phase.

Hirsch &amp; Faigen recently launched The Queensbury, just off the main strip on Queens Road, Mirvac is well advanced in construction of The Albertine just a few doors down from The Queensbury, Samuel recently completed Louise on Louise Street, and Dexus has plans for over 400 new apartments at 636 St Kilda Road.

Located just 3km from the CBD and directly interfacing Fawkner Park, the Kokoda site offers uninterrupted park frontage and seamless connection to the Domain Precinct, South Yarra, Southbank, and Melbourne’s arterial transport network.

“441 St Kilda Road is one of the boulevard’s last true super sites," Stevens added.

"With dual frontage to Fawkner Park and St Kilda Road, it provides a rare opportunity to deliver a landmark parkside address, pairing wellness-focused amenity with the urban connectivity today’s buyers value."

Kokoda says their design ambition for 441 St Kilda Road is to establish an internationally benchmarked residential address, a collection of ultra-luxury homes in the sky, inspired by the world's great park-side apartments.

They say floorplans will draw on the elegance of New York’s finest residences overlooking Central Park, featuring dramatic ceiling heights and protected winter gardens that serve as four-season living rooms, as well as internal wellness sanctuaries and sculptural kitchens.

Kokoda Property Group will now progress concept design ahead of a future planning process.

Kokoda's $100m St Kilda Road play

Sydney developer Podia has finalised what it intends to do with its prominent undeveloped parcel at the northern gateway to Kingscliff's well-known Salt precinct, where it is planning a mix of land, townhouses, and now apartments.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/podia">Podia</a>, the developer behind Bonobo by Raes in Byron Bay and Wirra in Neutral Bay, has filed a State Significant Development Application to the NSW Government for the final 4,455 sqm of the 1.59-hectare <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/4-8-bells-boulevard-kingscliff-nsw-2487">Bells Boulevard block</a>, at the entry to Salt Village between Cudgen Creek and South Kingscliff Beach.&nbsp;

Having already secured approval for a mix of 14 land lots and 12 terrace-style homes, Podia is now seeking to complete the community with a five-storey, 69-apartment building with&nbsp;ground-floor retail designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB Architecture</a>.

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SJB noted in its Urban Design and Architecture Report that the area is dominated by low-density residential and significant natural features, however a small mixed-use area is clustered around the Salt Precinct, creating a destination for the precinct.

"The site’s location at the heart of the precinct offers the opportunity for future development to complement existing mixed-use, to form a genuine town centre that enhances the experience for local residents and visitors. At the site scale, the opportunity to create a distinct marker and entry point for the town centre becomes apparent, assisting with legibility for people arriving by car, bike or on foot."

The architecture draws inspiration from coastal Kingscliff using natural, durable materials that echo the textures and tones of local landmarks like Salt Surf Life Saving Club and Peppers Resort. The building will wrap around a central courtyard for the wider community, while residents will have access to private facilities like&nbsp;indoor communal areas and a rooftop swimming pool.

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"For some time now, we have been looking to work with the Tweed community so we were thrilled to secure a unique site where we can make a positive contribution to the Salt Village town centre," Podia noted on the project website.

"On this last consolidated lot of undeveloped Salt Village land, we have the opportunity to deliver a mix of housing types, retail and services in a vibrant village atmosphere. [The building]&nbsp;will offer diverse, comfortable living choices. Thoughtfully designed to blend with the natural surroundings, the project will support local businesses, enhance community connection and leave a lasting legacy for Kingscliff."

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First look: Podia pitches final stage of new Kingscliff community

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/city-beach-wa-6015">City Beach</a>’s tightly held coastline is preparing for one of Western Australia’s most closely watched apartment launches, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/blackburne">Blackburne</a> set to launch Ocean Grand on the weekend.

Located at 3 Kilpa Court, overlooking Ocean Village Park and just a short walk from the beach, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/ocean-grand-city-beach-3-5-kilpa-court-city-beach-wa-6015">Ocean Grand</a> is a 264-apartment development that signals a new scale of apartment living for Perth’s western suburbs. The project arrives at a time when City Beach has cemented itself among Perth’s most expensive postcodes, underlining the depth of demand for high-end housing in established coastal neighbourhoods.

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Ahead of the public launch, Ocean Grand has already recorded more than $200 million in sales, with 57 apartments secured prior to release. The early sales performance places the project among the highest-value residential developments ever undertaken in Western Australia and marks a clear shift in Blackburne’s product mix towards the upper end of the market.

Ocean Grand comprises a mix of large-format apartments and penthouses, with pricing spanning from around $2 million through to $10 million. Many of the buyers to date are understood to be long-term City Beach residents and coastal homeowners seeking to downsize locally while retaining space, privacy and proximity to familiar amenities.

The development includes an extensive suite of resident-only facilities more commonly associated with large resort-style projects. These include a pool with cabanas, alfresco dining areas with barbecues and a pizza oven, multiple private dining rooms and lounges, a fully equipped gym and yoga studio, and a comprehensive wellness offering with sauna, steam room, spa and cold plunge. A concierge service and golf simulator further reinforce the project’s positioning at the top end of the market.

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At ground level, Ocean Grand will introduce a new retail and dining precinct designed to integrate with Ocean Village Park. Plans include a boutique supermarket, cafés, restaurants, a wine bar, health and medical services, retail spaces and a new playground, aimed at activating the street edge and reinforcing a village-style centre for the broader neighbourhood.

Blackburne Founder and Managing Director Paul Blackburne has described the project as a response to changing housing preferences in established suburbs, where larger homes are increasingly giving way to well-designed apartments that allow residents to remain connected to their community.

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Blackburne to launch Ocean Grand, City Beach amid strong early demand

South East Queensland developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Group</a> has commenced construction on its $240 million Flourish <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/symphony-south-brisbane-21-23-cordelia-street-south-brisbane-qld-4101">Symphony</a>, its debut Brisbane apartment development.

They've already sold 86 of the 134 apartments, around $134 million worth of sales.&nbsp;

Sherpa Group, headed by property industry veteran Christie Leet, has tapped into the much-needed affordable residential model at a time when apartment prices have grown exponentially across the region.

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“We are so pleased to officially be breaking ground at Symphony after such an extraordinary run of sales, demonstrating the demand for high-quality, affordable apartments in the southeast Queensland apartment sector,” Leet said.&nbsp;

Symphony will deliver 138 apartments across 27 levels, offering a vast array of spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom residences.

Sales were largely driven by local Brisbane buyers who accounted for 45 per cent of the purchases, SEQ buyers made up a further 35 per cent, as well as first home buyers who made up 12 per cent of the total.

“It’s been fantastic to see so many locals and first-home buyers at Symphony – that’s what Flourish is about, giving the community a real opportunity to secure a home," Leet added.

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Residents will have access to the renowned Flourish rooftop, which showcases a wellness and recreation area spanning more than 1,400 sqm across two levels, with all amenities designed to foster community, connection and wellbeing among residents.

The rooftop will showcase a heated pool, steam room, saunas, and hot and cold plunge pools; work from home spaces, private treatment room, pool deck cabanas and private outdoor BBQ areas.

There will also be a private dining room and residents’ lounge, a fully equipped gym and yoga studio, and panoramic views of the Brisbane skyline and Mt Coot-tha.

The start of construction follows closely behind Sherpa’s successful run in Palm Beach, with Flourish Amargo 85% sold, and Flourish Oasis now launched to market.&nbsp;

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“We hope to carry the strong momentum from our Flourish Palm Beach projects, as we step into our Brisbane chapter,” Leet said

“Flourish is truly about delivering attainable, lifestyle-focused apartments, and we are thrilled to Symphony resonate with so many buyers in Brisbane.”

Located at 21–23 Cordelia Street, Symphony is strategically positioned at the junction of South Bank, West End, and Fish Lane, at the heart of Brisbane’s entertainment, dining and leisure precinct. The location also offers exceptional walkability to QPAC, galleries, riverside parklands, the CBD, major universities, hospitals, and transport hubs.

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Sherpa have teamed up with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/lps-group">LPS Group</a> to deliver Symphony, which is expected to be completed in Q3 2028.

Sherpa Group has been among the most prolific developers on the Gold Coast in recent years, undertaking 15 projects since 2018. The company now has seven projects in Palm Beach, with four of them under the Flourish brand that is delivering affordable beachside luxury for one of the most undersupplied markets on the Gold Coast.

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Sherpa Group breaks ground on $240 million Symphony apartment development in Brisbane

Construction is underway at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/kings-lane-south-kingsville-50-58-new-street-south-kingsville-vic-3015">Kings Lane</a>, a boutique townhouse development by local developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/blue-run">Blue Run</a> in Melbourne’s inner-west suburb of South Kingsville, with completion targeted for Q3 2026.

The 25-residence project is taking shape at 56 New Street, responding to sustained demand for low-density, family-oriented housing in established inner-urban locations where standalone homes have increasingly moved out of reach.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, Kings Lane comprises a mix of three and four-bedroom townhouses, all-electric and arranged to prioritise privacy, internal space, and long-term liveability. The homes are priced from $995,000, positioning the project among a shrinking cohort of new-build townhouses within eight kilometres of the Melbourne CBD.&nbsp;

The architecture and interiors reflect Rothelowman’s focus on practical, enduring design. Kitchens are configured as central living spaces with porcelain benchtops, Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, and generous island benches, while bathrooms and ensuites incorporate skylights, double vanities, and full-sized baths. Across the homes, layouts emphasise efficient circulation and clearly defined living and sleeping zones.

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Sustainability has been embedded into the project’s construction and performance profile. Each residence is fully electric, supported by rooftop solar, double glazing, and water-sensitive urban design measures. The development will achieve a 7-Star NatHERS rating, with EV charging provisions included to support future household needs.

Landscape design by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/john-patrick-landscape-architects">John Patrick Landscape Architects</a> introduces private courtyards and shared green spaces, using layered planting and native species to enhance privacy while reinforcing a sense of neighbourhood connection.

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Kings Lane is located just off Blackshaws Road, within walking distance of the Vernon Street shopping strip and the emerging Union Quarter retail precinct. Broader amenity is provided by nearby centres including Altona Gate, Yarraville Square, and Williamstown’s retail strip, while Edwards Reserve and Newport Lakes offer accessible green space.

Transport connectivity remains a key drawcard, with Spotswood Station within walking distance and the West Gate Freeway only a short drive away. Recent major infrastructure upgrades associated with the West Gate Tunnel project have further improved access to the CBD and Melbourne Airport.&nbsp;

With construction now underway and delivery forecast for Q3 2026, Kings Lane adds to a limited pipeline of new townhouse supply in the inner-west.

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Construction underway at Blue Run’s Kings Lane townhouse project in South Kingsville

Developer Polycell has commenced the sales campaign for its highly-anticipated redevelopment of the Sandpiper Resort in Broadbeach.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/sandpiper-broadbeach-155-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">Sandpiper</a>, a new 51-storey tower on Old Burleigh Road, is yet to officially launch to the public, but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/motiv">MOTIV</a>&nbsp;have already secured over $300 million in sales through its pre-market coming soon campaign.

Nearly 100 of the 204 apartments have been snapped up in the space of four weeks.&nbsp;

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“We’ve seen strong early momentum for Sandpiper through a highly curated, VIP-only campaign, well ahead of the full public launch,” said Carly Cottam, Director at MOTIV.

“That response speaks to the depth of demand we’re seeing from design-literate buyers who are actively seeking a more refined coastal lifestyle in Broadbeach.”&nbsp;

The interest to date has come from a mix of downsizers, interstate lifestyle buyers from NSW and Victoria, and short-term investors seeking flexible, well-appointed holiday homes.

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Rising just shy of 200 metres above Old Burleigh Road, Sandpiper comprises 204 two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments, as well as an exclusive range of half and full floor residences from levels 42 and above.

Residences are offered across two distinct tiers: the Classic Residences, which deliver resort-style living with curated services and Level 4 amenity access; and the Private Residences, located from Level 26 upward, offering elevated finishes and exclusive access to two more levels of wellness retreat.&nbsp;

Buyers will have the option of&nbsp;two light palettes (white or green stone) and one dark palette (black stone), along with premium inclusions such as optional ZipTap systems and timber flooring upgrades. Upper level residences benefit from full stone benchtops and enhanced detailing, reinforcing the project’s commitment to understated elegance.&nbsp;

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A major point of difference for Sandpiper lies in its wellness and lifestyle amenity, designed to rival top-tier branded residences, without the hotel badge. All residents will have access to the Level 4 retreat, which includes a magnesium lagoon pool, gym, yoga room, steam and sauna, hot and cold plunge pools, treatment suites, BBQ areas, indoor and outdoor lounges, private dining and games rooms.

Above, the Residents’ Club, exclusive to Private Residence owners, spans two entire levels and features another pool, further wellness zones, a zen garden, personal training gym, office suites, cinema, music studio, library, club lounge and multiple entertaining spaces.

Further reinforcing this sense of exclusivity, Sandpiper has been thoughtfully designed with separate entrances, lobbies and lift cores for the Classic and Private Residences, ensuring privacy for the upper residence-only levels and a seamless arrival experience.&nbsp;

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“This momentum builds on the proven success of The Rochester Broadbeach, which continues to progress ahead of programme,” Cottam added.

“That delivery performance has been critical in reinforcing buyer confidence and further cements Polycell’s strength as both developer and builder in this market.”&nbsp;

With demolition underway and development approval secured, Sandpiper is on track to commence main construction in late July 2026, following the completion of demolition. Final completion of the project is forecast for July 2030.

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Expression of interest begins at Sandpiper Broadbeach as demolition of former holiday resort begins

The 10-year Latent Defects Insurance (LDI) policy, now one of the most important considerations on an off-the-plan apartment buyer’s checklist, has expanded its growing presence to another Sydney suburb.

Norwest-based developer Haitchin Group has secured the policy through Resilience Insurance for its recently launched Hornsby project, Habitat. The cover will protect the development’s 67 apartment owners against structural and waterproofing defects that may arise within the first 10 years after completion.

Located just 200 metres from Westfield Hornsby, Habitat will also include two retail tenancies and 15 commercial suites, creating additional opportunities for investors and owner-occupiers while contributing to the vibrancy of the surrounding precinct.

Read more: <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/what-is-latent-defects-insurance-and-is-it-bringing-confidence-to-the-off-the-plan-apartment-market">What is Latent Defects Insurance and is it bringing confidence to the off the plan apartment market?</a>

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PRD Norwest Director David Inkster, who is managing sales for Habitat, said today’s buyers are seeking certainty and quality above all else.

“Location, reliable delivery teams and confidence in the finished product are paramount,” Inkster said.

“Buyers want proximity to retail, transport and green space, and reassurance that both the developer and builder have proven track records.”

He added that initiatives such as Latent Defects Insurance are playing an increasingly important role in restoring confidence among both owner-occupiers and investors by mitigating concerns around major structural issues.

Read more: <a href="https://industry.apartments.com.au/updates/resilience-latent-defect-insurance-protection-runs-hot-in-new-south-wales">Resilience Latent Defect Insurance protection runs hot in New South Wales</a>

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The development team is pitching Hornsby as a "compelling investment destination", underpinned by strong fundamentals, excellent infrastructure connectivity and a resilient rental market.

With strong rail access, proximity to major retail and employment hubs, and sustained demand from professionals, downsizers and essential workers, Hornsby offers investors an attractive balance of affordability, yield stability and long-term capital growth potential.

Habitat is the first new-build residential development to come to the local market in more than seven years. The undersupply of new housing, particularly three-bedroom apartments, will likely see Habitat's apartments perform well into the future.

“Off-the-plan investors are showing renewed confidence, supported by improving economic conditions and a greater willingness to commit when the right product is offered in the right location," Inkster added.

“The off-the-plan apartment market in Sydney is not just surviving, it’s adapting and evolving in response to buyer needs, setting the stage for a promising revival.”

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Haitchin Group General Manager Rob Tasevski said the vision with Habitat is to deliver a residential address that combines world-class architecture with interiors meticulously designed for owner-occupiers and downsizers, while also offering a compelling proposition for investors seeking stability and long-term value.

“Our previous masterplanned community, Infinity Park, set a new benchmark in the Hills District. With Habitat, we are proud to deliver the first development in Hornsby to offer Latent Defects Insurance, providing purchasers with an additional layer of confidence and security.”

Two-bedroom apartments with a car space are priced from $845,000.

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Hornsby becomes the latest suburb with new apartments backed by Resilience Insurance's 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy

Leading Australian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/homecorp">Homecorp</a> has officially kicked off construction on its $210 million Florence Residences, ushering in the Gold Coast’s next era of wellness-infused luxury as the city continues to top sales charts nationwide.&nbsp;

Rising 26-storeys above the Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach skylines, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/florence-residences-24-monte-carlo-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Florence Residences</a> will deliver 120 curated homes paired with a private residents’ only wellness club including a resort-style rooftop pool, hot and cold plunge pools, a spa retreat, contemporary gymnasium and a spacious yoga and Pilates studio.&nbsp;

The project is anticipated to complete in late 2027.&nbsp;

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“This project was an opportunity to deliver something truly special for the Gold Coast," said Ron Bakir, Founder and CEO of Homecorp.

"We have listened and we have researched to develop a project that has been designed to meet a powerful shift in what buyers are craving around the world. The wellness residential market is one of Australia’s fastest-growing sectors and we wanted to deliver a place that feels like an escape from the everyday.

“Florence Residences is a community where architecture, lifestyle and wellness converge, designed as a home for the future, one that will truly stand the test of time. A place that can be passed down through generations, in a city where lifestyle never compromises. With construction underway, we mark not just the beginning of a build, but the start of a new era for our buyers, for Surfers Paradise and for the Gold Coast.”

Beyond each residence, the Eastern European-inspired project introduces a holistic lifestyle destination within one of the city’s most exclusive coastal and park-side enclaves, boasting social and community-focused spaces, including a resident-only lounge with private dining and a rooftop bar, premium outdoor entertaining areas, a striking hotel-style lobby lounge, generous bike parking and pet-friendly perks including a heated dog wash.

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Mayor of the City of the Gold Coast, Councillor Tom Tate, said&nbsp;Florence Residences offers more variety of high-quality product for the Gold Coast, featuring a lot of rare wellness facilities for buyers chasing a lifestyle with a large focus on health.

"This project is one of the best to be bought to our skyline," Tate says.

"This city has something for everyone and in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics, projects like this are important to provide more homes for Gold Coasters."

Buyer demand on the Gold Coast remained exceptionally strong in the third quarter of 2025, with the region home to Australia’s highest-selling residential developments, including Homecorp’s $250 million Cienna Varsity Ridge Stage Two which led national results, selling out all 289 apartments and outperforming more than 161 developments across the country.

“The Gold Coast is truly growing and we have an opportunity to provide not only housing for local residents, but offer a lifestyle that you can’t find anywhere else," Gold Coast Councillor Darren Taylor says.

"From Surfers Paradise to the Gold Coast, those that call this area home are chasing a lifestyle that’s connected with access to the light rail and nestled between the gardens and the iconic coastline.

“Construction commencing at Florence Residences is really exciting for this city. Demand is continuing to soar across the Gold Coast, particularly in Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, and this is a project that is helping to meet that demand.”

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From coastal horizons to Hinterland contours and calm waterways, each residence is framed by a unique outlook that evokes a sense of calm, clarity and connection. Perfectly positioned, the project is just minutes from world-class dining, shopping and entertainment in Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise.

Florence Residences officially launched to the market in late 2025, with prices beginning from $1,249,000.

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Homecorp commences construction on $210 million wellness-infused Florence Residences in Surfers Paradise

South East Queensland developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a>’s entry into the Gold Coast apartment market has progressed from pipeline to market, with its Chevron Island project Bronze on Chevron now formally available to purchase ahead of a planned 2029 completion.

The 119-apartment development on Mawarra Street marks the Brisbane-headquartered builder-developer’s first residential play in the Gold Coast, following its expansion south from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bronze-on-chevron-8-mawarra-street-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Bronze on Chevron</a> comprises a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom residences, with pricing starting from just over $1.5 million. The project is being delivered under Gardner Vaughan’s fully integrated model, with the group acting as both developer and builder, a structure it has consistently applied across its South East Queensland portfolio.

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Architecture has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, with landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/jeremy-ferrier-landscape-design">Jeremy Ferrier</a>. The building presents as a single-tower scheme, with a focus on maximising outlook across both the Surfers Paradise skyline and the Nerang River.

Apartments have been planned with open-plan living zones extending to generous balconies, a response to the site’s dual-aspect positioning between river and ocean. Interiors follow a restrained coastal palette, with two colour schemes offered, and an emphasis on natural light and cross-ventilation.

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Resident amenity is concentrated across more than 1,250 sqm and includes a resort-style pool, gym, yoga lawn and rooftop entertaining areas. A function space with catering facilities forms part of the upper-level offering, alongside north- and south-facing outdoor areas.

Ground level will incorporate two retail tenancies, intended to extend the existing village character of the surrounding streets.

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The project sits within walking distance of Thomas Drive’s established dining strip, while maintaining proximity to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Surfers Paradise</a> beach and broader Gold Coast amenity. The location, positioned on Chevron Island between the river and coastline, has increasingly attracted mid- to high-density development in recent years as the precinct evolves beyond its low-rise origins.

Gardner Vaughan’s move into the Gold Coast was first signalled in 2025, with the group identifying the region as a natural extension of its operations. Chief Executive Officer Simon Betteridge described the expansion as both “strategic and natural”, citing demand for well-designed apartments in lifestyle-driven markets.

Construction is expected to complete in early 2029.

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Gardner Vaughan brings Bronze on Chevron to market as Gold Coast debut

One of the penthouses at Lily Lane, the latest stage of Carrington Place by Ellipse Property, has set a new local apartment price record.

The four-bedroom residence, purchased by a local downsizer, sold for $5.75 million—around 75 per cent higher than the previous record of $3.3 million.

Over 40 per cent of the first release of apartments at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lily-lane-at-carrington-place-castle-hill-32-carrington-road-castle-hill-nsw-2154">Lily Lane</a> have already been snapped up just six weeks since it launched to the market.

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Located at 32 Carrington Road, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/castle-hill-nsw-2154">Castle Hill</a> and designed by award-winning architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ptw">PTW</a>, Lily Lane is directly opposite the Hills Showground Metro station. It offers a total 213 units over two 12-storey towers - a mix of 67 one-bedroom, 100 two-bedroom and 46 three-bedroom apartments - with a ground-floor retail offering.

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Blake Schulze, National Director – Residential at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a>, says around 44 per cent of buyers are&nbsp;owner occupiers, with 35 per cent being investors and 21 per cent first homebuyers.

“Developments of this calibre are very rare in the Hills District, and Lily Lane’s sales success demonstrates the depth of demand for over-sized apartments that genuinely compete with freestanding homes," Schulze says.

"We are seeing particular demand from downsizers who want to remain in the area but transition into spacious, high-quality apartment living."

On the penthouse sale, it says it shows buyers&nbsp;are prepared to pay a premium for scale, quality, and direct access to the Metro.

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One-bedroom apartments are sized from 50-72 sqm with prices starting at $745,000, while two-bedrooms are priced from $990,000 with sizes from 75 to 132 square metres. Three-bedroom floorplans are sized between 97 and 182 sqm,, with prices starting at $1,395,000.&nbsp;

The three remaining penthouses, spanning up to 262 sqm, are priced from $2.9 million.

Over 75 per cent of apartments include dedicated studies, multipurpose rooms or family rooms, with select layouts offering walk-in pantries and laundries. Apartments are appointed with premium Miele appliances including ovens, washing machines, dryers, gas cooktops and dishwashers, while larger residences also incorporate integrated Miele microwaves, Fisher &amp; Paykel integrated refrigerators and five-burner Miele cooktops.

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Lily Lane will be constructed by award-winning iCIRT-rated builder <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/decode">Decode Group</a>, with construction to commence in mid-2026 and expected to complete early 2029.

Carrington Place comprises more than 800 apartments and is being delivered across multiple stages, with completion expected in 2032. Integrated with neighbouring bushland, the project will feature over 20,000 sq, of outdoor recreational area, including a one-kilometre boardwalk to Fred Caterson Reserve.&nbsp;

The Hills Showground Metro Station is just a two-minute walk away, offering fast connectivity to Sydney’s CBD, North Sydney, Chatswood, Macquarie Park and Norwest Business Park.

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Ellipse sets Castle Hill apartment record with $5.75 million Lily Lane penthouse sale

Fresh off completing its Delano Crows Nest development, Lindsay Bennelong has lodged plans for its next project, this time turning its attention back to the beach.

The developer, started 20 years ago by Clarendon Homes founder Peter Campbell, is proposing a 37-apartment scheme at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/17-25-ashburner-street-manly-nsw-2095">17-25 Ashburner Street</a>, Manly, positioned between the southern end of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/manly-nsw-2095">Manly</a> Beach and East Manly Cove.

Lindsay Bennelong called on local architecture firm Platform Architects to design the new building, given their success at Finn, Lindsay Bennelong's current luxury apartment project on North Steyne.&nbsp;

According to the Design Verification Statement by Bridie Gough of Platform Architects, the proposal “relates to the current context but also the desired future character of taller buildings suitable to the new planning controls.”

The site has been identified as a Low to Mid-Rise Housing (LMR) location, given its position within 400 metres of the Manly Town Centre E1 Business Zone. The LMR controls are intended to unlock additional housing supply in well-located areas close to public transport, allowing developers to seek increased height limits to support greater density.

“The proposal seeks to provide this increased level of housing whilst being respectful of some of the smaller scale buildings also nearby,” the statement reads.

Lindsay Bennelong Development Director Leigh Manser said the project has been carefully aligned with the intent of the LMR controls. The proposal will significantly increase housing yield on the site, replacing four houses and 10 apartments, comprising 25 bedrooms, with 37 new apartments delivering a total of 94 bedrooms, whilst remaining compliant with the LMR controls.

“Sydney is in a severe undersupply, and delivering more dwellings and more bedrooms than what currently exists is exactly what the LMR policy is designed to activate,” Manser said, noting that nine of the apartments will be allocated as affordable housing for frontline workers.

“We have already commenced discussions with our community housing provider to determine the rental levels that frontline workers can realistically afford in this location,” he said. “These will need to sit well below the standard affordable housing benchmark of 20 per cent below market rent, and that has been factored into our feasibility and pricing.”

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The design of the building incorporates a wave-like indentation running through the façade, referencing the nearby coastline and anchoring the building within its local context.

The&nbsp;Design Verification Statement says careful consideration has been given to the articulation of the building, ensuring the bulk is broken down to a more human scale through a defined four-storey podium."

The scheme includes a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a full-time building manager's office and wellness facilities including a sauna and a gym.

“The design ensures a high level of amenity, with apartments offering generous private open space, many with expansive views, and all with comfortable proportions."

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lindsay-bennelong-developments">Lindsay Bennelong</a>&nbsp;is currently developing Finn Manly, just four full-floor luxury apartments on North Steyne. They recently welcomed residents to its 81-unit Delano Crows Nest development, a&nbsp;carefully scaled infill project designed to bridge&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/crows-nest-nsw-2065">Crows Nest</a>’s lively village centre with its surrounding heritage streets.

Designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ajc-architects">AJC Architects</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/delano-crows-nest-27-57-falcon-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Delano</a>&nbsp;is arranged across three low-rise buildings, incorporating a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments alongside a limited number of townhomes addressing Hayberry Lane. The architectural approach drew on the area’s Art Deco lineage, reinterpreted through contemporary detailing and framed by landscaped communal gardens.

The developer also has a development site in Maroubra.

First look: Lindsay Bennelong's new Manly apartment development revealed

Fifty-nine residences across 37 levels. No more than two per floor. With 80 per cent now sold, what remains at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/madeline-by-mosaic-broadbeach-22-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">Madeline by Mosaic</a> is a short list.

Madeline was always conceived at a scale that sits outside the normal register of Gold Coast apartment living. The residences are half- and full-floor configurations, with the largest spanning more than 400 sqm, dimensions that place them closer to the penthouse end of the market regardless of where they sit in the building.

That scale is the organising principle of everything else: how the floorplans are laid out, how the materials read, how the connection between inside and outside works.

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The interiors were developed in collaboration with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fraser-partners-0">Fraser &amp; Partners</a>, the architecture practice&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mosaic-property-group">Mosaic</a> brought in as design partner for the first time on this project. The palette runs to natural stone, textured timbers, and soft metallics, materials chosen as much for their tactile quality as their appearance.

Light cleverly shifts across surfaces through the day, and the design is explicit about wanting that to be noticed. Full-height glazing runs across the primary living areas, and where the building faces east toward the ocean, those walls of glass are doing real work: framing a view corridor that the site's position directly opposite Broadbeach State School's playing fields keeps permanently open.

That outlook is the site's most consequential asset. In a suburb where new towers continue to rise, a protected view line is genuinely rare, and the Mary Avenue address secures it. Residents at Madeline will look out over open parkland rather than the rear of another building, a distinction that becomes more meaningful with each new development approved nearby.

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The private outdoor spaces are sized to match the residences themselves. Terraces on the upper levels frame uninterrupted ocean panoramas, and the planning ensures that living areas extend into those outdoor zones rather than treating them as separate attachments. The flow between the two is part of the design intent, not an afterthought.

Inside, the finish specification reflects the same approach. Rich stone benchtops, warm timber joinery, bespoke hardware, each element specified to hold up over time rather than read as a moment in a particular trend cycle.

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Beyond the residences, the amenity offering extends that register. A lap pool and sun deck anchor the outdoor space, alongside a magnesium pool, cold plunge, steam room, and sauna.

A commercial-grade gymnasium, residents' lounge, library, and boardroom round out a programme that functions more like a private members club than a standard building amenity floor.

Construction has commenced under Mosaic's in-house building arm, with completion scheduled for late 2028.

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Madeline by Mosaic delivers penthouse-level living across every apartment

Developer Fortezza Group is the latest to take its new apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-belvedere-5-7-church-street-nelson-bay-nsw-2315">The Belvedere in Nelson Bay</a>, to the NSW Government.

Fortezza, predominantly a South East Queensland developer, is the latest to apply for State Significant Development&nbsp; status through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority, a pathway becoming favoured by developers to speed up the approval process.

They are planning 57 two- and three-bedroom apartments across 5-7 Church Street and 42 Donald Street, near d'Albora Nelson Bay Marina. The diverse apartment mix has sizes from just over 80 sqm to the largest three-bedroom penthouses that reach nearly 200 sqm.

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Fortezza calls the project a "piece of Istria in Nelson Bay,"&nbsp;referring to the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea, shared by Croatia (90%), Slovenia, and Italy, which is known for its Roman history, Venetian-style coastal towns and inland hilltop villages.

They say the The Belvedere is strategically positioned at the apex of Nelson Bay, offering unrivalled views of the ocean, the bay and captivating topography of the area.

"Our commitment to maintaining the integrity of every view and sight line has been relentless," Fortezza Group says.

"Through extensive modelling and analysis, we ensure that each apartment enjoys the natural beauty of Nelson Bay, regardless of future developments. Each design element is carefully curated to harmonise with our European heritage, drawing profound inspiration from the Roman architectural marvels in Istria. The arches, the cascades of greenery and the stonework that define our project pay homage to the structures that once exemplified Roman grandeur."

Residents will have access to a pool, communal green spaces, an office and a coffee shop.

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