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Avenue's townhome collection is one to watch in Melbourne's Brighton East.

With construction completed in March, we at Urban thought we'd highlight 10 things to love about Skelton's 14 Gleniffer Avenue development.

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<h2>1. Developed by SKELTON</h2>

The project is being developed by Skelton an Australian based company led by Michael Skelton, highly regarded as a property industry leader domestically and internationally.

They are responsible for a number of projects ranging from public buildings to luxury high-rise towers in Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia. As well as two of our favourite Coastal Victorian developments

<h2>2. Designed by ADDARC</h2>

ADDARC is a boutique architectural practice operating in Melbourne, Australia.

ADDARC and landscape designer, Jack Merlo, worked collaboratively to deliver a design that not only caters to resident needs but will only refine with age.

Other projects they worked on include, Luar, Alexandra and 38-40 Breese Street.

<h2>3. Landscape and gardens by Jack Merlo</h2>

Both the private gardens and balconies were designed by the renowned Jack Merlo, an internationally acclaimed studio known for their exceptional landscape design.

As soon as you enter the property, residents and their guests are invited into a warm garden oasis with a canopy of Autumn red trees. A wide variety of native and exotic plants take you on a journey to each home, with grand 3 metre high architectural entranceways welcoming you home each day.

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<h2>4. Living in Brighton East</h2>

Located just 12 km south-east from the CBD it is one of the best Bayside offerings available.

Known for its spacious parklands, Brighton East is an affluent and relaxing leafy inner city suburb.

The suburb is popular with professionals, celebrities and families. Residents are very friendly and polite making this suburb a safe area for families with quality schools.

<h2>5. Top of the line interiors and amenities</h2>

Within the Avenue abodes are bespoke kitchens, featuring exquisite custom 2-pac joinery, and fit with state-of-the-art Miele appliances. 

Each master bedroom boasts 4.4-metre-high cathedral ceilings, as well as an abundance of light through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

The bathrooms feature exquisite large-format floor and wall tiles, a large bathtub and custom bathroom cabinetry 

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<h2>6. Limited supply of exclusive 3 and 4 bedroom properties</h2>

There is a very limited supply on offer with just 9 townhomes in total, so if you are interested don't miss out, <a href="/buildings/avenue-by-skelton-14-gleniffer-avenue-brighton-east">enquire here</a>. 

Although they are are mainly four-bedroom abodes, there is also a three-bedroom option for those with a smaller family or downsizers

<h2>7. Minimalist designs with plenty of open space</h2>

Each home features concealed doors and storage, creating a minimalist, clutter-free aesthetic. Every residence includes private basement parking, with room for three vehicles, plus additional space for a workshop or extra storage for a boat, jetski, stand up paddleboards etc.

The living areas are finished with timber flooring containing light grey elements that connects the palette of the stone and timber. 

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<h2>8. Peaceful and Private </h2>

Security and privacy played pivotal roles in the conceptualisation of Avenue. On arrival the high fence leads to a secluded entry nook away from the street.

A bay leaf hedge provides added privacy to the premium-grade palisade fence while the canopy of the Japanese Elm creates a bold splash of colour.

<h2>9. Peak Victorian alfresco dining facilities</h2>

Avenue engages with Japanese-influenced charred timber and production-grade zinc to create a moody and modern home with luscious balconies and gardens perfect for dining outside with friends and family

Gabled windows offer stunning sunset views over Brighton, highlighting the skyline. 

Full height operable glazing and flush stacker-slider doors provide an effortless transition between indoor living and alfresco zones.

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<h2>10. High value homes</h2>

With three-bedroom townhomes from $2,290,000 and four bedroom townhomes available from $2,550,000, don't miss out out on you're chance to secure a slice of high value heaven, sure to grow in the years to come, especially as the market enters a boom period.

To learn more about Avenue, <a href="/buildings/avenue-by-skelton-14-gleniffer-avenue-brighton-east">request a call from the sales consultant via Urban</a> today.
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With construction complete, us at Urban thought we'd highlight 10 things we loved about Skelton's 14 Gleniffer Avenue development

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10 things we love about Avenue by Skelton in Brighton East

The recently completed Bloom Arncliffe, delivered by developer Wingate, offers one, two and three bedroom ready-to-move-in&nbsp;apartments, perfect for the eager first-time owner, the smart investor and the dynamic urban-dweller.

Dispersed over seven state-of-the-art buildings designed by Stephen Bower Architects,&nbsp;ranging from standard apartments to penthouses, every Bloom residence holds sweeping city views.

Placed in a prime position between the city and the coast, Bloom residents enjoy the benefits of being close to Sydney&rsquo;s southern beaches, as well as the Illawarra line&rsquo;s direct link to the CBD, the Inner West and Bondi.&nbsp;

The Arncliffe train station is just a 10 minute walk from the development.

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Constructed by Richard Crookes Constructions, the 318 residences benefit greatly from their location with a heaping helping of convenient amenities just a stroll away.

Among Bloom Arncliffe&rsquo;s on-site amenities are a ground-floor marketplace with restaurants and retailers, so that coffee, food and other simple luxuries are only ever a moment away.

Beyond the bottom floor&nbsp;it also has the convenience of being near restaurants, cafes, markets and plenty of schools and early learning&nbsp;facilities.

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Eateries nearby include the&nbsp;Rocksia Hotel,&nbsp;Nineteen43 Cafe,&nbsp;Espresso Haus and the Boschetto Cafe.

Arncliffe&#39;s brand new community centre helps brings the active neighbourhood together with classes, resources, sports facilities and social activities.

Or exercise outside&nbsp;at the extremely walkable Gardiner Park or New Arncliffe Park.

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One, two and three bedroom apartments start from $595,000, $710,000 and&nbsp;$950,000.

Arncliffe is a unique offering, one of very few in Sydney&nbsp;with on-site retail and dining facilities so don&#39;t miss out on this recently completed development.

Among Bloom Arncliffe’s on-site amenities are a ground-floor marketplace with restaurants and retailers, so that coffee, food and other simple luxuries are only ever a moment away

Walking tour: What's within walking distance from Bloom Arncliffe?

Residential community developer Cedar Woods has teamed up with Boutique Homes, part of the ABN Group, and Soho Living to deliver Marshal Place, a collection of townhouses in the Williams Landing development.

The trio are offering the five townhouses in Williams Landing, less than 20 kilometres south-west of the Melbourne CBD.

The location of Marshal Place is&nbsp;one of the development&#39;s key selling points. It features convenient access to the train station, a thriving retail hub, local dining, parklands and an office precinct.

Residential areas will also have access to the nearest freeway, the Boulevard nature reserve, and an adjacent 24km bike trail for those seeking an active lifestyle.

Conveniently located just 20km from Melbourne CBD, this development is fast becoming a commercial and social hub of Melbourne&rsquo;s western suburbs.

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Featuring a stylish facade, the cleverly designed floor plan has two living area, a double garage, two bathrooms plus a powder room and either three of four bedrooms, with a walk in wardrobe to the master.

They each feature&nbsp;heating and cooling systems, double glazing and Caesarstone benchtops in the kitchen.

Situated in Melbourne&rsquo;s west, this $1.5 billion development has seen consistent financial growth throughout its 12-year history, with median suburban pricing rising by 42% since 2015 compared to metropolitan areas, which only rose by 23%.&nbsp;

Marshall Place is located just a short walk away from the Williams Landing Shopping Centre, anchored by Woolworths and 27 specialty stores.

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Also within walking distance is the Williams Landing train station, as well as a major bus interchange. The development is surrounded by a number of recreation parks.

Educational and secondary&nbsp;facilities just a short drive away&nbsp;include the University of Melbourne and Victoria University as well as&nbsp;Westbourne Grammar School,&nbsp;Seabrook Primary School and&nbsp;Al-Taqwa College.

Just last month there was&nbsp;only one townhome remaining in the 20 townhouse Soho Living release, priced at $610,000 with a 10 year structural guarantee and six remaining of the 16 offered in the Boutique Homes release, priced from $549,000 with a 25 &nbsp;year structural guarantee.

The three and four bedroom townhouses each come with an industry leading aftercare program.

Conveniently located just 20km from Melbourne CBD, this development is fast becoming a commercial and social hub of Melbourne’s western suburbs



Walking tour: What can I walk to if I buy a Marshal Place townhouse in Williams Landing?

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Sentinel Fund Manager Australia, the Australian arm of American development and real estate investment firm, Sentinel Real Estate (Sentinel) has today announced that it has received Development Approval for its latest major Build to Rent project, located at 194 West Coast Highway in Scarborough, Western Australia.

This will be the third Build to Rent project by Sentinel in the Australian market, following the success of its three-stage Element 27 project in Subiaco, Perth. Sentinel has another Build to Rent project currently under development in West Melbourne.

In Scarborough, Sentinel has received planning approval for a 17,221-square-metre mixed-use development on the corner of West Coast Highway and Manning Street. It will be developed, leased and managed by Sentinel.

The development features a single 21-storey Build to Rent tower atop a three-storey mixed-use podium. The approved works also include a significant expansion and upgrade of the surrounding public space.

Just 200 metres from scenic Scarborough Beach, Sentinel’s premium Build to Rent community will have sweeping views across the Indian Ocean and access to the amenities of greater Scarborough.

The development will comprise 175 apartments in total, with a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floorplans, four commercial tenancies across the three podium levels, 230 bike parking bays, 215 car parking spaces and enhanced End of Trip facilities for commercial staff.

Sustainability is a core focus of the approved development, with the building targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating. The design incorporates leading sustainability features such as rainwater harvesting for onsite irrigation, drought resistant and low water use plantings, WELS rated fixtures and enhanced metering strategies to manage water usage, double glazed façade systems to enhance thermal performance and onsite solar energy generation. 
In addition to residential and commercial space, a range of new community amenities will be created by Sentinel as part of the approved development scheme. These amenities will include new plaza and park space to provide the Scarborough community east of West Coast Highway with greater opportunities for relaxation, exercise, pet-friendly activities and engagement with the arts.

There will also be a café fronting a new community park at Manning and Filburn Streets, a bicycle repair station for local cyclists and additional seating and shelter for the public within one of the development’s new 
public plazas. 

Construction of 194 West Coast Highway is scheduled to begin in late 2021.

Sentinel Real Estate also recently announced the Development Approval of Lot 204, the third and final phase of its other Build to Rent development in Perth, Element 27. Phase 2 of Element 27 is currently under construction and slated for occupancy in September 2021, at which point construction will begin on Phase 3. The first phase of Element 27 has been operational and tenanted since early 2019, making it the first purpose-built institutional Build to Rent development in Australia.

<h2>Check out our latest properties in WA:</h2>

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In Scarborough, Sentinel has received planning approval for a 17,221-square-metre mixed-use development on the corner of West Coast Highway and Manning Street

Planning approval received for major Build-to-Rent project in Scarborough, West Australia

Seafarers Docklands location in Melbourne puts it in the heart of a number of university campuses.

Delivered by Riverlee, who have partnered to Australia&#39;s first 1 Hotel for the Flinders Street development, Seafarers is located just one kilometre away from Victoria University&#39;s Flinders Street and King Street campuses.

La Trobe&#39;s Collins Street campus is just a 1.3 kilometre walk, with Charles Darwin University&#39;s campus, also on Collins Street, just 1.5 kilometres away.

There&#39;s three private schools located around two kilometres from Seafarers, including Ozford College, Simmonds Catholic College and Stott&#39;s College, with the public Victorian College of The Art secondary school and Albert Park College around two kilometres away.

Seafarers comprises&nbsp;a collection of 123 one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

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Seafarers&nbsp;heralds a new era in luxury inner-city living on Melbourne&rsquo;s Yarra River, with exclusive access to luxury hotel amenities, management and services.

Not only does it deliver&nbsp;5-star hotel amenities, it also has the convenience of being near&nbsp;world-class restaurants,&nbsp;cafes, markets and some of the best educational facilities and universities Melbourne has to offer.The award-winning architecture and interior design firm Carr Design&nbsp;created the apartments&nbsp;to maximise external views, space and natural light, with interiors including reflective surfaces, natural and concealed doors.

Fender Katsilidis designed the building. Its striking&nbsp;geometric fa&ccedil;ade takes&nbsp;full advantage of reflective surfaces to highlight it&#39;s&nbsp;220-metres of uninterrupted Yarra riverfront. Residents benefit from sweeping views from the Yarra to Port Phillip Bay.

Set amongst Melbourne&rsquo;s most diverse neighbourhood, the development boasts close access to the waterside caf&eacute;s, restaurants and bars at South Wharf Promenade, as well as the laneways, arcades and grand boulevards of the nearby Melbourne CBD.

And don&#39;t forget everything else Docklands offers residents,&nbsp;with&nbsp;the precinct&nbsp;benefitting&nbsp;from 3,500 sqm of new riverfront parkland at Seafarers Rest.

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Seafarers offers a number of amenities&nbsp;to its residents within an indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, full-service fitness centre and spa.

To complement the convenience of hotel luxuries, a further suite of amenities is reserved for the private enjoyment of residents, including dining rooms, lounge, library and the lush surrounds of Seafarers&rsquo; elevated outdoor garden,&nbsp;Riverview Terrace.

Boasting uniquely large floorplans, Seafarers&rsquo; residences are situated on levels nine to 18 of the building which is&nbsp;an&nbsp;inspired reimagining of the heritage-protected Goods Shed 5.

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Prices at Seafarers begin from $825,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and from $2.46 million for a three-bedroom apartment.

Park view residences start from $1.195 million&nbsp;while waterfront residence prices begin from as low as $1.9 million.

The development is expected to reach completion in late 2023.

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Delivered by Riverlee, the development heralds a new era in luxury inner-city living at Melbourne’s Yarra River with convenience at your fingertips

Four university campuses within walking distance of Docklands' Seafarers

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The coming days may be your last chance to save on a brand-new apartment purchase with the HomeBuilder Grant extension set to end on March 31.

HomeBuilder provides eligible owner-occupiers, including first home buyers, with a $15,000 grant to purchase a new build or off-the-plan dwelling in Sydney valued under $950,000.

For many first home buyers, the current government incentives mean that it may be cheaper to own than to rent.

If you’re looking to cash in on one of the most competitive offers in Sydney with savings of up $60,000, Kew Schofields is the absolute number 1 place to be. If you are going to save, go all out!

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Currently available for purchase in Kew Schofields is Georgette, the second stage of Positive Investment Enterprise’s project, integrating convenient living with natural beauty in one of Sydney’s newest suburbs, Schofields.

Designed by PBD Architects, the light-filled apartments come in a range of one and two-bedroom configurations.

They feature ample storage, extended gardens and state-of-the-art energy and storage innovations thanks to a partnership with Tesla.

Floorboards flow throughout the oversized living spaces and large windows allow an abundance of natural light to flow through.

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Kitchens are made for entertaining with premium SMEG appliances and Smartstone quartz benchtops in all apartments. The bathrooms have large showers and luxurious freestanding baths, ideal for young families.

Choose a ground floor apartment and enjoy private access to a courtyard that flows on through large sliding doors, or a rooftop apartment that offers north facing views.

One bedroom apartments start from $440,000 while two bedroom units begin at $535,000.

Enjoy true community living with 2,700sqm of retail space, parks and recreational facilities in this master planned community.

Kew Schofields is perfectly positioned between Rouse Hill Town centre and the Schofields Town Centre will enjoy the nearby cafes, restaurants, shopping and golf courses that this location has to offer.

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Thanks to the amazing incentives on offer for buying off-the-plan, including zero dollars stamp duty, the multi-stage development presents a particularly compelling chance for first home buyers to secure a well-connected and impeccably designed home.

The savings of up to $60,000 comprise the First Home Owner Grant, HomeBuilder Grant and First Home Buyers Stamp Duty Assistance Scheme.
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How you could save up to $60,000 on your brand new Kew Schofields home

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661 Chapel Street in South Yarra is the first Australian project of the Malaysian-based developer Gamuda Land.

Completed ahead of schedule in 2018, 661 Chapel comprises 116 one, two, three and four bedroom apartments across 30 levels and was designed by local architecture firm Bird de le Coeur.

Located in the heart of one of Melbourne's most vibrant suburbs, there's plenty to enjoy in and around 661 Chapel. 

Urban took a look at some of the best amenities on offer on the iconic Chapel street and its surrounds.

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Situated beside the Yarra River, 661 Chapel Street enjoys views of the river, Melbourne CBD and the Bay.

Its close proximity to Melbourne’s CBD, parklands and elite shopping precincts make it the ideal residence for young professionals and downsizers looking to capitalise on convenience and style.

Famed for for its chic boutiques, haute-couture labels, world-class restaurants and quaint cafes, Chapel Street is not limited to just such. For the artistically minded peruse galleries and bookstores among myriad other visual delights.

Among the famed eateries is Miss Chu, Two Birds One Stone, Hawker Hall and Top Paddock, with wait times of over 30 minutes at their peak, you won't want to miss out. 

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Among its extensive hotel-inspired resident amenity, 661 Chapel Street boasts a concierge, gym, winter garden and members’ lounge.

The mindfully designed community spaces placed within the development include a grand library in the lobby, the lounges and cinema at level 6, private dining rooms as well as a wine room. In a lockdown, these community spaces provide extra convenience for residents to work-near-home without having to leave the development.

But that’s not all, a 25-metre pool is cantilevered six levels above the streetscape, rivalling the neighbouring hotel pool at The Olsen and a grand library offers residents the opportunity to tuck away in their own home.

All these amenities are available from $546,000, the price of a one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence in the building.

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With a tram stop at your doorstop, it's a short trip to South Yarra Station and from there the CBD is at your fingertips.

661 Chapel is adjacent to Melbourne High School and short distance from either Richmond Primary School or St Michael’s Grammar School, to name just a few educational institutions on offer.

Experience tranquility in nature or with the family, a short drive or walk away are Como Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Fawkner Park and Albert Park Lake.

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Setting new benchmarks for luxury in Victoria, Gamuda Land’s Chapel Street project presents buyers with the rare opportunity to combine two apartments to create a single, large residence.

Some residents have already claimed entire floors within the complex, creating “super residences” in the sky.
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Urban took a look at some of the best amenities on offer in South Yarra's iconic Chapel street, just a stroll from 661 Chapel

Get to know Chapel Street: Great eateries, retail and parks within walking distance from 661 Chapel

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Mirvac have recently released their latest tower in their billion dollar Newstead development.

The latest tower, known as Quay Waterfront Newstead, located alongside the Brisbane River, joins previously completed stages Pier, Park and Unison as part of the grander Waterfront Newstead community.

The 25 storey tower will deliver 143 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments that have been designed by Mirvac’s in house design team to cater specifically to owner-occupiers. Set in 5.5 ha of parklands, the biophilic tower weaves garden-green freshness up and around its apartments. Natural materials and organic forms define the interior spaces, bringing the textures of the outdoors in through feature stonework, unique metal patinas and timber-like grains.

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Residents will be able to take advantage of Quay's Brisbane River views and the city’s sub-tropical climate, along with exclusive resident lifestyle amenities. There will be a ground-level tropical oasis with pools of water, shaded enclaves and grassed areas that connect to - and expand - Waterfront Park.

Located at 57 Skyring Terrace, Quay Waterfront Newstead will contain a suite of exclusive resident lifestyle amenities including a ground-level wellness centre with a gym and yoga studio, a resident’s lounge and a private dining room on level 19.

The building community also benefits from a private residents’ lounge, wine room and dining area which can be reserved for entertaining and special events.

Urban has taken a look at the conveniences and amenities available in and around Sky Precinct

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Centred by the park but connected to the best of Brisbane’s shopping and social scenes, Quay Waterfront Newstead is just 2km from the CBD. Surrounded by Fortitude Valley, Teneriffe and the river, life here offers the best of urban living balanced with the tranquillity of the waterfront.

Over 600 metres of walking and cycle paths have been constructed throughout Waterfront Newstead linking through to Newstead House, Newstead Terrace and Skyring Terrace when completed. Along with the construction of new road networks including the delivery of Skyring Terrace, Festival Place, Cunningham Street and the extension of Waterloo Street.

Major refurbishment of Newstead wharf has been completed, including widening of surrounding footpaths and parklands and opening up this riverside space to the community. This includes facilities like the installation of a BBQ, playground and parkland seating.

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Nearby amenities include a number of trendy bars, waterfront cafes and eateries nearby including Malt Pier, Triffid and The Lazy Dog to name a few. 

Also within walking distance are a number of convenient shopping centres and malls like the Gasworks Plaza, multiples Coles', Woolworths' and Aldi's.

Just a short distance away is the Bowen Hills Station providing convenient public transport access to the city.

Schools and early learning facilities nearby:

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<li>New Farm State School</li>
	<li>Brisbane Central State School</li>
	<li>Brisbane Grammar School</li>
	<li>Avenues Montessori Children's House</li>
	<li>Fortitude Valley State Secondary College</li>
	<li>Windsor State School</li>
	<li>Angelorum College</li>
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Urban takes a look at the conveniences and amenities available in and around Mirvac's billion dollar Quay Waterfront Newstead development

Walking tour: What's within walking distance from Quay Waterfront Newstead?

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EXPERT INSIGHT

International students commonly share bedrooms so they can afford the rent. What is perhaps much more surprising is that our research suggests thousands are “<a href="https://www.apia.org.nz/apia-blog/hot-bedding-what-landlords-need-to-know">hot-bedding</a>” – their beds are available to them for only some hours of the day or night so others can use them the rest of the time. If <a href="https://internationalstudentsandhousing.files.wordpress.com/2020/09/international-students-and-housing-survey-report-final-report.pdf">our survey</a> of more than 7,000 international students renting privately in Sydney and Melbourne is representative of the <a href="https://internationaleducation.gov.au/research/international-student-data/Documents/MONTHLY%20SUMMARIES/2019/Dec%202019%20MonthlyInfographic.pdf">758,154 international students</a> in Australia in December 2019, this equates to about 22,750 students hot-bedding.

In our survey, 3% of all students answered yes to the question, “Do you have to hotbed (i.e. our bed is only available for a few hours of the day/night)?”. The survey also found about four in ten of these hot-bedding students were going without meals. And this was before <a href="https://theconversation.com/no-one-would-even-know-if-i-had-died-in-my-room-coronavirus-leaves-international-students-in-dire-straits-144128">nearly two-thirds of international students</a> lost their jobs in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Another extraordinary finding is that 14% of hot-bedders said their employer had threatened them with visa cancellation (compared to 2% of non-hot-bedders). One in five (20%, compared to 5% of non-hot-bedders) answered yes when asked: “Has the landlord/real estate agent/property manager ever taken away your passport?”

These findings suggest a sizeable proportion of hot-bedders are struggling financially and in a vulnerable situation. Many said their circumstances were having a negative impact on their studies.

Despite this, almost eight in ten agreed or strongly agreed that they “enjoy living and studying in Australia”.

Who are the hot-bedders?

In our survey, 45% of hot-bedders were female. Just under two-thirds (65%) were university students, rather than studying at vocational or English language colleges.

Hot-bedding was spread across all age groups and countries of origin. Thus 4% were aged 18, a quarter were 19 to 21, 42% were 22 to 25, 18% were 26 to 30 and 11% were over 30.

Just under a third came from low-income countries, half came from middle-income countries and 15% from high-income countries.

How do they feel about rent costs?

Hot-bedders were generally satisfied with their rent – 23% disagreed with the statement, “I think the rent I pay is fair.”

However, one in two (51%) strongly agreed or agreed they worried about paying rent each week (compared to 35% for non-hot-bedders) and only 21% (36% non-hot-bedders) disagreed.

Most students (58%) living less than 40 minutes away from their education provider paid more than $250 a week in rent.

About four in ten hot-bedders agreed they “go without necessities like food so I can pay for my accommodation” and had failed to make a rent payment because of a lack of funds. The rates for students who didn’t hot-bed were two in ten.

Almost half (48%) of hot-bedders agreed concern about paying the rent was having a negative impact on their studies.

How do they view their accommodation?

Despite having to hot-bed, just under eight in ten (78%) of these students said they were satisfied or very satisfied with the home they are renting.

Just over seven in ten (72%) agreed with the statement, “The home I rent is suitable for my needs.” Only 7% disagreed.

Only one in ten hot-bedders agreed the person they rent from did not keep the property well-maintained.

Just over one in four (27%) hot-bedders felt their home was overcrowded compared to 12% of non-hot-bedders.

The cramped situation appeared to have a negative impact on their academic work. About one in three (35%) agreed or strongly agreed that “the condition of my accommodation has a negative impact on my studies”, compared to 13% of those who didn’t hot-bed.

Remarkably, just under one in four (23%) hot-bedding students answered “yes” when asked if the “balcony of the property is used as a bedroom”, compared to 5% of students who did not hot-bed. A similar percentage of hot-bedders (and 4% of non-hot-bedders) said the garage is used as a bedroom.

How secure do they feel?

Most hot-bedders reported they had a good relationship with their landlord or real estate agent. Only 6% said it was “bad” or “not very good”.

Close to half (45%) of hot-bedders said the person they pay rent to lives in the same accommodation. It’s unclear whether this is the actual landlord, or a person who sub-lets the property.

Two in three hot-bedders sensed they “could stay in this rental property as long as they want to”. Despite the seemingly good relationship of most hot-bedders with their landlord, just under one in three agreed that if they “complain about the standards of the property and maintenance problems [they] might be asked to leave”.

Although maintenance did not seem to be a major issue, just under four in ten hot-bedders agreed they were concerned the rent might be increased if they did ask for repairs. And 38% were anxious they “might be told to leave [their] property and be given a short time to leave”.

When asked, “In the last year, have you ever felt that you could become homeless?”, 37% answered yes. This compares to 17% of non-hot-bedders.

Just under four in ten hot-bedders agreed or strongly agreed that “stress around the possibility of losing my accommodation is affecting my academic studies”.

What is their employment status?

Half of the students who hot-bed had paid work at the time of the survey and of those employed 48% reported that their landlord employed them, compared to 17% of the other students in paid work.

A large proportion felt they were poorly paid and their job was insecure. Less than half of the hot-bedders felt they were well-paid. Only one in four disagreed with the statement, “My current job is insecure.”

Just over eight in ten said losing their job would cause them financial difficulties.

Financial stress is widespread

The chart below shows eight measures of financial stress adapted from the Australia Bureau of Statistics. We added an item on affordability of textbooks.

On every measure students who hot-bed were two to three times more likely to have answered yes to the question, indicating financial stress. Perhaps the most alarming statistic is that 39% of hot-bedders went without meals. So did 20% of non-hot-bedders.

One in ten hot-bedders suffered from all eight indicators of financial stress. A worrying 34% of hot-bedders reported five or more indicators of financial stress. Only 9% of non-hot-bedders reported five stress indicators. Less than one in 100 endured all eight.

<a href="https://theconversation.com/profiles/alan-morris-13337">Alan Morris</a>, Professor, Institute of Public Policy and Governance, <a href="https://theconversation.com/institutions/university-of-technology-sydney-936">University of Technology Sydney</a>; <a href="https://theconversation.com/profiles/catherine-hastings-1144685">Catherine Hastings</a>, Assistant Researcher, Institute for Public Policy and Governance, <a href="https://theconversation.com/institutions/university-of-technology-sydney-936">University of Technology Sydney</a>, and <a href="https://theconversation.com/profiles/gaby-ramia-796813">Gaby Ramia</a>, Associate Professor in Public Policy, Department of Government and International Relations, <a href="https://theconversation.com/institutions/university-of-sydney-841">University of Sydney</a>

This article is republished from <a href="https://theconversation.com">The Conversation</a> under a Creative Commons license. Read the <a href="https://theconversation.com/as-one-student-gets-out-of-bed-another-gets-in-thousands-are-hot-bedding-in-australia-156589">original article</a>.

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In a survey, 3% of all students answered yes to the question, “Do you have to hotbed (i.e. our bed is only available for a few hours of the day/night)?”

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CBA has today cut its one- and two-year fixed rates for owner-occupiers, but bucked the trend by hiking its four-year rate.

Following pressure from rivals Westpac and NAB, CBA has brought its two-year fixed rate to under 2 per cent.

However, the most significant change was the hike to its four-year fixed rate. This is the first big four bank to hike its four-year owner-occupier rate since October 2019 – a sign the bank is pricing in a higher cash rate from 2024.

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Sally Tindall, research director at RateCity.com.au, said the cuts to the bank’s four-year fixed rates could be a sign of things to come.

“CBA has bowed to market pressure by cutting its two-year rate to under 2 per cent,” she said.

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“However, the bank is giving with one hand, and taking away with the other, hiking its four-year fixed rate by the same amount for new customers."

“After the last RBA rate in November 2020, all four big banks responded by cutting fixed rates, in particular their four-year rates. Less than five months later, CBA has taken this deal off the table."

“It’s not surprising CBA has decided to raise its four-year fixed loan – the bank is pricing in at least one cash rate hike over this time."

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“Governor Lowe has repeatedly said the first round of cash rate hikes wouldn’t be until at least 2024, but that’s only three years away."

“Someone who fixes their rate for four years today could very well see variable rates go up within that time, provided the economic recovery stays on track."

“Other banks could start hiking their four- and five- year fixed rates in coming months to factor in a potential rate rise in 2024,” she concluded.
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CBA has today cut its one- and two-year fixed rates for owner-occupiers, but bucked the trend by hiking its four-year rate.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> has lodged plans for a $750 million, three-tower mixed-use precinct that would complete the long-running redevelopment of Carlton's former Carlton United Breweries site.

The proposal at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/185-195-queensberry-street-carlton-vic-3053">46-78 Bouverie Street and 185-195 Queensberry Street</a> spans a 6,468 sqm site, the last remaining undeveloped parcels within the former brewery's 2007 masterplan.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the development will comprise two purpose-built student accommodation towers and a third build-to-sell apartment tower above a shared commercial podium and basement.

Across the three towers, SP Setia is proposing 606 build-to-sell apartments and 1,499 student accommodation units containing 2,009 beds.

The apartments will sit in the tallest tower, which will rise nearly 200m and 55 storeys. It will become&nbsp;one of the more substantial new build-to-sell apartment projects at the northern edge of Melbourne's CBD.

The apartment mix is weighted toward smaller inner-city product, with 188 studios, 206 one-bedroom apartments, 192 two-bedroom apartments and 20 three-bedroom apartments

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Part of the precinct will be a large-scale&nbsp;3,684 sqm supermarket and a further 2,198 sqm of speciality retail, creating close to 5,900 sqm of new commercial space within the precinct.

But one of the biggest components of the proposal is what sits between the buildings.

Around 4,650 sqm, or roughly 72 per cent of the site, will be publicly accessible open space, incorporating plazas, pedestrian connections, landscaped laneways and retail spill-out areas.

The ground plane is intended to finally complete pedestrian connections envisaged when the CUB masterplan was first approved nearly two decades ago, stitching together Victoria Street, Queensberry Street, Bouverie Street and Swanston Street through the former brewery precinct.

Urbis said the development would "complete the CUB precinct", with the public realm providing important north-south and east-west connections through what is currently the final undeveloped portion of the masterplanned site.

SP Setia is also exploring a new linear park within the Bouverie Street road reserve, with the concept to be developed further with the City of Melbourne through the planning process.

The proposal is being pursued through the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program under Clause 53.23 for significant residential development with affordable housing.

The planning report acknowledges the proposed heights exceed those contemplated under the original Comprehensive Development Plan and masterplan, but argues the built-form context has changed considerably over the past two decades.

Urbis said the three towers would instead create a stepped transition between Carlton and the Hoddle Grid, rising progressively from the 94.1-metre Tower One along the Queensberry Street edge to the 199.44-metre Tower Three closer to the established CBD-scale buildings to the south.

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SP Setia plans to deliver the development across three stages.

Stage One would deliver the basement, podium and retail areas for the entire precinct alongside the first student tower. Tower Two would follow in Stage Two, before the 606-apartment Tower Three is delivered as the final stage.

If approved and delivered, the project would close out a redevelopment process that has been underway since the former brewery masterplan was approved in 2007, adding more than 2,600 student beds and apartments to a precinct already home to Swanston Central, the Barak Building, RMIT Design Hub and several large student accommodation developments.

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Melbourne developer Lowe Living is seeking to add to its growing bayside apartment pipeline, filing plans for a boutique eight-residence development in tightly held Middle Park.

Lowe Living, which has built much of its development portfolio across Melbourne's affluent bayside and south-east suburbs, is behind the plans for the 730 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/123-125-erskine-street-middle-park-vic-3206">123-125 Erskine Street</a>, just off Armstrong Street and within the Armstrong Street Neighbourhood Activity Centre.

The developer is seeking approval for a five-storey residential building above two basement levels, with just eight large-format apartments and 18 car spaces.

“This is a deliberately very different proposition for us,"&nbsp;Tim Lowe, Co-Founder of Lowe Living, said.

"Eight residences is exceptionally boutique, but that's precisely what this site calls for.

“There is a strong community in Middle Park and the surrounding suburbs who have spent decades building a life here. They no longer want the maintenance of a large period home, but they aren't prepared to compromise on space, quality or location. We think there is a real opportunity to capture that hyper local market. A site like this rarely comes to market.”

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The low-density proposal has been designed by Cera Stribley and is being progressed through the Victorian Government's Great Design Fast Track pathway, having already secured eligibility from the Minister for Planning.

The Office of the Victorian Government Architect supported its eligibility after finding the proposal demonstrated consistency with the program's seven design principles, while the project's financial feasibility has also been independently confirmed by Invest Victoria.

The project is targeting the downsizer market, with the planning documents describing the homes as larger-format residences and noting the two penthouses could otherwise have been configured as four separate apartments.

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The site has dual frontage to Erskine Street and Canterbury Place and currently comprises a collection of commercial buildings used as offices, including a former heritage bakehouse, a former stable, a later gabled addition and a central courtyard.

It sits within the Commercial 1 Zone and the Armstrong Street Commercial Precinct heritage overlay, with the existing property classified as a contributory heritage place.

Heritage has subsequently played a significant role in Cera Stribley's design.

The front section of the former bakehouse facing Erskine Street will be retained, including its return walls, street-facing hipped roof and chimneys, while the Erskine Street façade and part of the western return wall of the former stable will also be incorporated into the new development.

Levels four and five will be set back five metres from the retained stable façade, while bricks removed through demolition are proposed to be salvaged and reused within the new building where possible.

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Rather than presenting as a single five-storey building to Erskine Street, Cera Stribley has broken the development into a series of distinct forms.

A three-storey infill element will sit between the retained bakehouse and stable façades, with the upper levels recessed behind the heritage fabric. Canterbury Place will similarly feature two three-storey podium forms, separated by a central pedestrian accessway, before the upper two levels step back from the street.

A pedestrian through-link will run through the centre of the project between Erskine Street and Canterbury Place, creating entrances from both sides of the site and introducing landscaping and communal areas through the ground plane.

Landscape architect Acre has designed planting across the ground level, private terraces and upper levels, including a feature canopy tree at level three and integrated planting and arbours across the level four terraces. Five existing Erskine Street trees are proposed to be retained.

Sustainability is also a significant component of the Great Design Fast Track application. The apartments are targeting an average eight-star NatHERS rating, with no residence below 6.5 stars, while the project has achieved a 75 per cent BESS score. Seven of the eight apartments are designed for cross-ventilation, with the remaining residence using mechanically assisted natural ventilation.

The plans also incorporate an 8kWp rooftop solar system, a 5,000-litre rainwater tank and infrastructure allowing future electric vehicle charging for every residence.

Lowe has a strong portfolio across Melbourne's blue-chip suburbs. They recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/jardin-house-by-lowe-living-camberwell-335-camberwell-road-camberwell-vic-3124">Jardin House by Lowe Living</a> in Camberwell, their first development in the Stonnington LGA.

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	<li data-end="442" data-section-id="8tsh6o" data-start="289">DVB Projects is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway at 137 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach.</li>
	<li data-end="573" data-section-id="1nyxl3e" data-start="443">The 34-level tower will comprise just 49 ultra-luxury residences, including half-floor, full-floor and penthouse apartments.</li>
	<li data-end="717" data-section-id="oiyimj" data-start="574">The launch follows strong demand at DVB's nearby Sea Glass project, which is more than 50 per cent sold and currently under construction.</li>
	<li data-end="888" data-section-id="epk9o9" data-start="718">The development adds to the transformation of Old Burleigh Road, with premium beachfront apartment projects continuing to reshape the tightly held Broadbeach strip.</li>
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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dvb-projects">DVB Projects</a> is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway on the Broadbeach site as the Sydney developer moves closer to bringing the ultra-luxury project to market.

The 34-level tower at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/137-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">137 Old Burleigh Road</a> will comprise just 49 residences, ranging from half-floor apartments through to full-floor homes and a penthouse. The launch follows the strong sales performance of DVB's nearby Sea Glass development. More than half of the apartments at Sea Glass, on the other side of Broadbeach, have been snapped up, well ahead of its late 2027 completion

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The start of demolition at 137 Old Burleigh Road signals DVB Projects’ underlying confidence in the Gold Coast’s luxury beachside apartment sector.

“We see the Gold Coast as one of the most compelling lifestyle markets in Australia, particularly at the premium end where demand continues to deepen,” said Dean Brown, Managing Director of DVB.&nbsp;

“This project has been carefully designed to respond to that demand - delivering large-format residences with a level of quality, privacy and amenity that is still relatively rare in the apartment market on the beachside."

Brown says the site itself is "exceptional."

"Old Burleigh Road is one of the most tightly held beachfront strips, and opportunities to deliver a project of this scale and calibre in this location are extremely limited.”

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The project will comprise 40 half-floor residences of approximately 260 sqm, alongside eight full-floor residences spanning around 524 sqm.

A single penthouse will crown the building, featuring a private pool, barbecue area, indoor gym and dedicated entertaining spaces.

Residents will have access to a resort-style suite of amenities, including a 20-metre pool with daybeds, a gymnasium, hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, and private residents’ lounge and dining facilities.

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Sales agent Todd Matheson, of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/pezet-matheson">Pezet Matheson</a>, which is marketing both 137 Old Burleigh Road and Sea Glass, said 137 Old Burleigh Road would address a clear gap in the market for genuine luxury products.

“There are very few opportunities on the Gold Coast where buyers can secure a residence of this size and quality in a new building,” Matheson said.

“What we’re seeing is a growing cohort of downsizers and interstate buyers who still want space - they’re not willing to compromise on living area, entertaining or finishes.

“This project has been designed with that buyer in mind. It offers the scale of a home, combined with the convenience and security of apartment living, in one of the coast’s most desirable positions.”

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Located on a 1,156 sqm site one block from the beachfront, the development will replace an ageing walk-up building and is expected to contribute to the ongoing transformation of the Old Burleigh Road strip into one of the Gold Coast’s most prestigious residential corridors.

With the development moving into the delivery phase, 137 Old Burleigh Road is slated to hit the market later this year.

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DVB Projects to launch second Broadbeach apartment tower as demolition commences

<a data-end="327" data-is-only-node="" data-start="250" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/norus-projects" rel="noopener" target="_new">Norus Developments</a> has lodged plans for a new apartment development in Clayton that would add further momentum to the suburb's emerging Green Street corridor.

Plans have been lodged for the consolidated site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1359-1365-centre-road-clayton-vic-3168">1359-1365 Centre Road</a>, where Norus is seeking approval for 218 apartments across a 12-storey apartment building designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/life-architecture-and-urban-design">Life Architecture</a>.

The proposal sits within the Clayton Major Activity Centre at the threshold of the planned Green Street corridor, a landscaped pedestrian connection intended to improve links through the precinct towards Clayton Railway Station.

The development would replace the site's existing collection of low-scale residential and commercial buildings with a single consolidated building, introducing significantly greater housing density to this part of Centre Road.

A retail tenancy is proposed at ground level to activate the Centre Road frontage, accompanied by transparent street interfaces and landscaping intended to create a more pedestrian-focused edge to the development.

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The building has been designed with stepped massing and upper-level setbacks to manage its transition towards surrounding residential properties. The planning report describes the approach as one that integrates the building into the landscape rather than treating landscaping as a secondary element.

"A strong landscape and public realm strategy underpins the proposal," Urbis states in the planning report.

"Public benefits include an affordable housing contribution, a new pocket park, generous landscaped setbacks, deep soil planting and integrated Water Sensitive Urban Design."

The report adds that these elements are intended to create "a permeable, pedestrian-focused ground plane that enhances walkability, supports urban cooling and reinforces the emerging Green Street character."

Biophilic and passive design principles extend through the residential levels, with planting, daylight, natural ventilation and views towards landscaped areas forming part of the amenity strategy.

Parking would be concentrated away from the public realm, with 145 car spaces proposed from the rear laneway rather than dominating the Centre Road frontage.

The proposal follows an extensive pre-application process with the City of Monash. Three formal meetings were held between the project team and Council from December 2025 to March 2026, with the scheme evolving through several concept iterations before the current design was lodged.

The project arrives as Clayton prepares for substantial change around its established activity centre and the wider Suburban Rail Loop precinct. Its position on Centre Road places the development within an existing concentration of shops, services and public transport, while the Green Street connection is intended to strengthen pedestrian access towards Clayton Railway Station.

First look: Norus plans landscape-led apartment project for Clayton’s emerging Green Street

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> has officially commenced construction on Bronze on Chevron, celebrating the sod turning of its first-ever Gold Coast development and marking a significant milestone in the company's continued expansion across South East Queensland.&nbsp;

Following the successful delivery of premium residential developments throughout Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bronze-on-chevron-8-mawarra-street-chevron-island-qld-4217">Bronze on Chevron</a> represents Gardner Vaughan Group's entry into the Gold Coast market. Bronze will deliver 119 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments above two ground-level retail tenancies.

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The recent sod turning ceremony was attended by Deputy Mayor Mark Hammel, President of the Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club, Cassandra Sedgman, project consultants, purchasers, project partners and invited guests to celebrate the commencement of construction.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group Chief Executive Officer Simon Betteridge said Bronze on Chevron represented an exciting new chapter for the business.&nbsp;

"We've spent almost four decades building homes that respond to the way people want to live, and we're excited to bring that experience to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>," Betteridge said.

"Bronze on Chevron is particularly significant because it marks Gardner Vaughan Group's first development on the Gold Coast following many successful projects across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast."

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Betteridge said the ground breaking is a proud moment for the&nbsp;team and their purchasers, who can now see their future homes beginning to take shape.&nbsp;

"As both developer and builder, we're able to oversee every aspect of the project from design through to construction, ensuring the quality and attention to detail Gardner Vaughan Group has become renowned for."&nbsp;

Designed by acclaimed architectural practice <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, Bronze on Chevron has been thoughtfully designed to complement Chevron Island's evolving streetscape while embracing its relaxed coastal lifestyle.

The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029.&nbsp;

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The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029

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