Western Sydney buyers are enjoying a brand-new development positioned in the heart of Mount Druitt at GLP Development&rsquo;s latest residential project, No1 Zoe.

The Zoe Place residence features 268 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations, as well as a street-front retail centre, accessible by lift.

Mount Druitt is not just for locals. Many buyers are recognising the investment opportunities present in the area, with the $53 million Westfield redevelopment and the construction of the Western Sydney International Airport 15 minutes away.

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Surrounded by everything you need from retail and dining to transport, recreation and education, the development will find itself at the centre of a bustling lifestyle hub.

No1 Zoe has been carefully curated to achieve a feeling of timelessness, elegance and serenity.

The project encompasses three 12-storey residential towers, designed in collaboration between Brooks Projects Architects and interior designers Jackson Teece.

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The residences are spacious, with large balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows that maximise natural light while framing views to the Blue Mountains to the west and the city skyline to the east.

All apartments feature engineered timber floors, beech cabinetry, engineered quartz stone benchtops and premium Bosch appliances.

Suited to its urban location, homes include earthy shades that add warmth and bespoke detailing that creates a relaxed space.

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Two and three-bedroom apartments include a bath in the master ensuite, while all bathrooms include backlit mirrors, chrome tapware by Eago and overhead heating lamps.

Just moments from Westfields Mt Druitt, West HQ, Good Luck Plaza, Mt Druitt Railway Station &amp; bus depot, a range of educational institutions, No1 Zoe is where luxury and convenience fuse.

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Western Sydney buyers are enjoying a brand-new development positioned in the heart of Mount Druitt at GLP Development’s latest residential project, No1 Zoe.

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Western Sydney apartment development No1 Zoe built to take advantage of central Mount Druitt location

Set in the seaside village of Manly, 191 Stratton is a recent addition to the coastal suburb east of Brisbane.

The collection of contemporary one, two and three-bedroom residences have been crafted to make use of the local area.

Set one block from the main waterfront, the development provides modern interiors and high-quality inclusions designed to reflect the waterside spot.

Urban has had a look at what&rsquo;s on offer at 191 Stratton.

1. Location

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Just 30-minutes from the bustle of Brisbane&rsquo;s CBD, Manly is a place of calm waters and soft sea breezes.

The charming and relaxed seaside village is complemented by backdrops of Moreton Bay, providing opportunities for morning strolls along the beach and boasting stunning views.

Located in the city&rsquo;s outer east, the quaint neighbourhood possesses a community energy, with the Jan Powers Farmers Market on twice a month and a range of caf&eacute;s, pop-up stores and hotels that dot the streetscapes.

2. Lifestyle

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Living in this vibrant neighbourhood makes every day feel like a holiday, with opportunities to relax on the warm sand or enjoy a night at the family-friendly outdoor cinema.

Less than 10 minutes from home, the Wynnum Mangrove Boardwalk is amongst the most picturesque trails in southeast Queensland.

Residents can bask in living nearby parklands and recreational amenities, such as Bayside Park, the Bribie Island or the 25-metre Manly Pool at the foreshore. &nbsp;

3. Residences

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Honouring the village skyline, 191 Stratton is set back from the street with a weatherboard and metal fa&ccedil;ade that reflects the timber and tin common to the area&rsquo;s residential buildings.

Designed by Ellivo Architects, the development weaves the soft curves of its exterior into each residence, complemented by a neutral colour palette that speaks to the coastal locale.

The apartments embrace sunlight with wide orientations, open-plan living and dining and landscaped balconies.

Other features include the island benchtop that faces out towards the vistas, bay windows and high-quality joinery.

4. Amenities

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Among the amenities on offer at the project include an expansive private rooftop, featuring a terrace, vegetable garden and sun lounging areas.

The landscaped rooftop, ideal for entertaining, also includes barbeques, tables, a pergola and views across Moreton Bay.

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Residents will be welcomed into their homes&nbsp;by a verdant courtyard with lounge chairs and grassy areas, lined by cape jasmine and lemon myrtle.

A new level of wellness is delivered at the private fitness sanctuary, which includes a dedicated gym and fitness studio overlooking the tranquil courtyards.

5. The development team

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The developer, DeMartini Fletcher, has over 100 years of combined development experience across its property portfolio, priding itself on excellence.

Since its formation in 1980, the group have grown to become a leader in the Australian property market and possess a strong track record in delivering commercial and residential projects across the country.

Brisbane-based Ellivo Architects were employed on the project thanks to their experience in commercial, mixed-use and residential developments.

As a result, each space is more than just aesthetically-pleasing architecture, but functional and usable spaces that meet the needs of buyers.

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Set one block from the main waterfront, the development provides luxurious interiors and high-quality inclusions that deliver a coastal getaway at home

What’s on offer at Brisbane's new Manly apartment development, 191 Stratton

Sydney-based developer Iris Capital saw strong sales results across their projects last year, with new Broadbeach development Victoria &amp; Albert outperforming 2020 results.

V&amp;A, an $800 million residential and commercial precinct, is expected to transform the heart of Broadbeach and create a vibrant new destination for the Gold Coast.

Designed for the coastal environment, V&amp;A will comprise a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments on the lower levels, while the upper residences will offer a mix of three-bedroom apartments, with both towers topped by sub‐penthouses and penthouses.

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David Higgins of Colliers International Gold Coast said the development is an exciting breakthrough for Broadbeach, thanks to the complexity of lifestyle and amenity on offer.

&ldquo;It is a pretty exciting milestone for the Gold Coast and, more especially, for Broadbeach because Broadbeach is really one of the most heavily developed lifestyle precincts&rdquo;, he said.

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&ldquo;The walkability of this location in the centre of Broadbeach, you can&#39;t replace.&rdquo;

Straddling both streets and the mall, the site ties Victoria Avenue and Albert Avenue together, whilst bringing the history of Broadbeach into the project with its name.

The largest tower to the west is Victoria, the &ldquo;crowning glory&rdquo;, while the smaller tower to the east is Albert.

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The two towers, designed by DBI Architects over a subtropical recreational podium, will home over 400 apartments, two levels of premium offices and commercial facilities and fresh food and dining retail on the street level.

The project boasts over 5,500sqm of dining, retail and A-grade commercial, adding to the strong hospitality offerings already available within the suburb.

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&ldquo;When we put a new arcade, new retail and dining, fresh food with some A-grade commercial, [V&amp;A] will be a very unique, new entrant into the Gold Coast lifestyle market&rdquo;, said Higgins.

In the six months to June 2021, the development team saw apartment sales 20 per cent ahead of the result for the entire year of 2020.

&ldquo;We expect next year to be as good, if not better&rdquo;, Higgins added.

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Iris Capital&rsquo;s decision to transform Newcastle and head north to Queensland was a very strong move, based upon the knowledge of the Gold Coast of Iris Capital chief executive, Sam Arnaout.

&ldquo;He saw the trends and he liked what he saw in Southeast Queensland&rdquo;, Higgins said in his interview with MediaHunt.

&ldquo;Obviously, last year [Queensland] had the best interstate migration [they] have had for 13 years, over 30,000 people, and we expect the next year to be better again.&rdquo;

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V&A, an $800 million residential and commercial precinct, is expected to transform the heart of Broadbeach and create a vibrant new destination for the Gold Coast

Iris Capital see strong demand in Broadbeach at V&A following their move into the Queensland market

The Aultun Group&rsquo;s latest Keysborough development, The Woodlands, is set to deliver a new living experience in the south-east Melbourne suburb.

Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, the estate features a collection of 42 double-story house and land packages designed with aspirational families in mind.

The three and four-bedroom homes were designed to be modern and timeless with a complementary colour palette of greys and timber accents across the fa&ccedil;ade.

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&ldquo;New projects like the Woodlands coming along will go a long way to satisfying the serious market demand for new house and land&rdquo;, said Oliver Hume&rsquo;s Harvey Carretero.
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Carretero noted that as a rapidly growing suburb, Keysborough was emerging as a vibrant, new residential area.

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Set 27-kilometres from the Melbourne CBD, the suburban gem boasts a number of neighbourhood amenities.

&ldquo;The location is unsurpassed for its close proximity to an array of amenities&rdquo;, according to the developers.

Within walking distance to the property are Dingley shops and Parkmore Shopping Centre, anchored by Woolworths and Coles.

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There is a collection of eateries and caf&eacute;s along the Dingley shopping strip on Centre Dandenong Road, including Match &amp; Co Caf&eacute; and Strange Servant.

Residents can also appreciate the range of recreation opportunities on offer thanks to the green spaces and leafy retreats that dot the neighbouring streetscapes.

&ldquo;[S]hare in a round of golf at the Southern Golf Course or watch the kids play in the fantastic playgounds at Tatterson Park&rdquo;, the project marketing suggests.

Backing on to a peaceful parkside sanctuary, residents will always have their daily fix of the outdoors, as well as the neighbouring Spring Valley Park and Keysborough Community Park.

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Keysborough provides a range of educational offerings, including South Primary school, the established Haileybury College and Lighthouse Christian College.

Eight kilometres from the home, you will also find Monash, a leading Australian university that boasts a student population exceeding 85,000

A short drive from the Woodlands estate, residents will find Mordialloc Beach and discover the bay and beach caf&eacute;s.

The well-developed and popular beach includes a pier, picnic areas and a curving promenade running behind the beach from the pier to the lifesaving club and beyond.

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The revitalisation of the Greater Dandenong has continued to transform the region, adding a strong incentive to invest.

In 2006, the Victorian Government pledged $290 million to this renewal over the next 20 years to 2026, which will leverage $18 billion in private sector development, create 5,000 new jobs and 4,000 new homes.

The Woodlands is expected to reach completion in early 2023.

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Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, the estate features a collection of 42 double-story house and land packages designed with aspirational families in mind.

What’s within walking distance of the masterplanned Keysborough community, The Woodlands?

One of the largest residential developments ever undertaken on the Gold Coast, SPG Land’s $800 million Paradiso Place, has opened the city’s largest and most spectacular sales gallery.

The sales gallery, which is fully landscaped and includes a dedicated car park, occupies more than 2,000sqm of the site fronting Ferny Avenue.

Last month, Hutchison Builders completed the $4 million sales gallery which will span 750sqm, making it the largest sales gallery of any new development in the southern hemisphere.

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A key highlight of the sales gallery are&nbsp;two fully constructed apartments, three-bedroom and two-bedroom, that give buyers a realistic feel of the premium residential offering at Paradiso Place.

Simon Wong, chief executive of SPG Land said the development group spared no expense with the sales gallery to bring to life their vision.

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“Every detail has been considered for our sales gallery to replicate what the customer will be buying and experiencing when completed. For customers located interstate, they will be able to experience a virtual tour within the completed apartments”. 
&nbsp;

Simon Wong, SPG Land chief executive
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The gallery features a 2.5-metre-high scale model, a fly-through of the new ground-level retail and dining plaza and a main foyer, designed to mimic entry foyer located in Tower 1 of the proposed three-tower development.

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Once completed, Paradiso Place is set to become an urban oasis on a 1.15ha site, occupying an entire city block bounded by Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Pandanus Avenue and Ocean Avenue in Surfers Paradise.

Paradiso Place will comprise three residential towers of 37, 39 and 42-storeys, bringing to the market a total of 792 apartments accompanied by 1,790sqm of internal space and 1,015sqm of external space of retail.

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The project will also feature 896 car and 18 motorbike underground car parks, 401 bike parks including 50 bike parks on the ground and 351 underground and 31 on-grade parking spaces.

The premium residential towers will each have their own identity with double-height lobby space while offering residents unparalleled bespoke amenities.

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The focal point for residents will be a unique circular infinity lagoon pool on the podium level which will host the signature communal space for the development and will be connected via link bridges to the other towers.

In a first for the Gold Coast, the project will also deliver a world-leading attraction – a suspended glass-bottom pool that will offer residents freestyle swimming with a clear view to street level 26 storeys below.

Apartment buyers will be able to lodge an expression of interest for apartments ahead of the official launch of the development.

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Last month, Hutchison Builders completed the $4 million sales gallery which will span 750sqm, making it the largest sales gallery of any new development in the southern hemisphere.

Southern Hemisphere’s largest sales gallery brings $800 million Paradiso Place to life in Surfers Paradise

Hawthorn East, located in Melbourne&rsquo;s east, has been one of the city&rsquo;s premier suburbs for generations.

With stately homes lining its leafy streets, independent boutiques and prestigious schools, the suburb offers the fundamentals of a grand, established neighbourhood.

Delivered by Dahua Group, Hawthorn Park delivers the best of Hawthorn East at its doorstep thanks to its prime location on Camberwell Road.

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The sophisticated mid-rise features 368 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations, designed by award-winning architects Rothelowman.

Arriving at the development, residents will be greeted by textured concrete bands that evoke the idea of stone terraces on a hillside.

&ldquo;The design of the internal architectural fa&ccedil;ades and the lush valley landscape was inspired by the stepped landforms of rice paddy fields and the stone terraces of Machu Picchu&rdquo;, said lead architect Kim Lowman.

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A series of public piazzas and retail spaces will activate the area along Camberwell Road, providing a local gathering spot for residents.

Exclusive residents&rsquo; amenities are also on offer, such as a spectacular sky pool, gym, splash pool and rooftop grill.

Other private spaces include a residents&rsquo; garden, multi-function space, lounge and dining, sky walk, rooftop lawn and sky lounge.

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&ldquo;Located on the top level, the Hawthorn Park private dining room is the perfect setting for residents to host cocktail parties and exclusive dinners&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

Each apartment also comes with access to a wellness centre, with a state-of-the-art gym, yoga studio, massage rooms and more.

The garden spaces between the buildings of Hawthorn Park have been designed as places of true relaxation by landscape architect Jack Merlo.

&ldquo;My design for Hawthorn Park has been carefully considered to encourage quiet recreation and reflective moments in traditional garden areas, with a more active lifestyle catered for on the rooftop terraces&rdquo;, he said.

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The development boasts 2,000sqm of landscaping that features indigenous and exotic plant species, hardy and flowering trees and contrasting foliage.

Expansive central gardens have been designed as a parkland escape in the urban setting, where residents can enjoy a central lawn, walkway, garden pavilion and hammock lounge.

Interiors continue the theme of the contoured exterior and lush landscaping to provide a unified aesthetic experience.

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The development includes high-quality finishes, intelligent floorplans, private park vistas and a wide range of residential options.

Completed last year by Hickory, residents can move in now to this one-of-a-kind property.

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Delivered by Dahua Group, Hawthorn Park delivers the best of Hawthorn East at its doorstep thanks to its prime location on Camberwell Road

Blue chip location and ever-green style: Take a tour through the Hawthorn Park master plan 

ASX-listed developer Cedar Woods has recently opened a new sales office for its 64-hectare Mason Quarter masterplanned community in Wollert, following a surge in demand for property in Melbourne’s north.

Located within the fast-growing City of Whittlesea, Mason Quarter will accommodate over 800 dwellings and is located just 25 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD.

According to Cedar Woods’ chief operating officer, Patrick Archer, land lots continue to sell out soon after each release.

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“Land in Melbourne’s growth corridors is increasingly sought after and buyers are in a rush to get into this strong market.”

The new sales office will help facilitate sales and showcase the unique masterplan design that prioritises access to green space.

The masterplan has been designed to showcase the native vegetation on-site with a 7.9-hectare conservation reserve and over 30 distributed tree reserves with retained mature river red gums.

“We’ve developed a clear vision for Mason Quarter, centred around connection to nature and prioritising outdoor space.”

"There is a great deal of amenity in the area and with a site of this size we will be able to establish a brand-new community to enjoy it," says Archer.

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Located on Craigieburn Road in Wollert, Mason Quarter is designed around new and existing amenity.

The development includes plans for two schools, a community facility and is located within walking distance to the future Wollert town centre.

The project is also in close proximity to the Hume Freeway, Metropolitan Ring Road, hospitals, shopping centres and public transport.

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Covid safety measures are in place at the new sales office with inquiring purchasers able to book a private appointment with a sales agent.

Mason Quarter will be delivered over the next eight years with large 368sqm land lots now selling from $397,500, subject to availability.

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According to Cedar Woods’ chief operating officer, Patrick Archer, land lots continue to sell out soon after each release

Land sales soar in Melbourne’s north as buyers “rush” into “strong market”

Ethereal Residences, located in the&nbsp;leafy riverside suburb Indooroopilly, is a brand-new addition to the Brisbane&#39;s&nbsp;affluent western suburbs.

The Swann Road development of just 46 apartments is aimed at the owner occupier, suiting the upsizer, downsizer, and even the first home buyer demographic.

Designed in collaboration between Rothelowman and Carr Design, Ethereal Residence&nbsp;is pitched as lofty and light, and is named ethereal after the way the project&nbsp;appears to float above the lush landscape below.

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Urban has had a look at the project in finer detail and highlighted the key five drivers for buyers.

1. Thoughtful interiors

At Ethereal, Carr Design has created serene environments in the project&rsquo;s interior design, detail, scale and proportion.

&ldquo;The material palette that we&rsquo;ve chosen for Ethereal, relate to the colours and the palette that are drawn literally from nature&rdquo;, Carr&rsquo;s Chris McCue said.

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No matter which scheme residents choose, the tone and texture connect back to the Brisbane locale,

In the dark scheme, a rich materiality connects to the exterior fa&ccedil;ade and the urban streetscape, while the lighter scheme, through its sandy-coloured texture, alludes to the coastal energy of the Brisbane shoreline.

2. Elevated views

Residents of the Indooroopilly development enjoy elevated views thanks to the amazing opportunity that the topography presents.

All apartments offer expansive views across leafy, vegetated suburban contexts, with views to the north, east, south-east, and south.

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Rothelowman architect Duncan Betts notes that residences have generous connections to the outdoors through expansive verandah space.

&ldquo;Most apartments have a 270-degree aspect from their living, dining [and] kitchen, which I think is a unique offering&rdquo;, he said.

3. Green neighbourhood 

&ldquo;When people arrive to Ethereal, they&rsquo;ll feel that it sits beautifully in the landscape; the greenness, the lushness, the established canopies,&rdquo; FORM&#39;s landscape designer Matt Franzmann said.

Ethereal&#39;s landscaping was designed to provide&nbsp;a dense, green neighbourhood feel, with a series of smaller courtyards at ground-level.

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Other green areas include rooftop recreation areas, elevated vegetation and canopy tree-lined spaces.

&ldquo;We want people to be able to have different opportunities to socialise, whether they just want to go up with their [partner] and have a glass of wine, or meet up with a group of friends&rdquo;, Franzmann said.

4. Great location

Situated less than seven kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, Indooroopilly boasts absolute convenience while still preserving a nice, quiet suburban feel.

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The dynamic landscape of Indooroopilly is one that is relaxed and comfortable, with the largest demographic recorded as independent youth.

Ethereal is in close proximity to both the University of Queensland and the Queensland University of Technology, as well as a selection of private and secondary schools.

5. Spacious floorplans

With all floorplans featuring at least two bathrooms, and some with an additional study, spacious layouts provide room for the whole family.

Expected to reach completion in late 2023, Ethereal creates meaningful experiences thanks to its bespoke and high-quality interiors and architecture.

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&ldquo;People will appreciate the quality and the bespoke, customised approach through the balustrade details, the curvilinear &ndash; almost draped concrete, high-quality brick, interplayed with the nice accents of dark metal&rdquo;, said Betts.

&ldquo;It&rsquo;s an aspirational piece.&rdquo;

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The Swann Road development of just 46 apartments is aimed at the owner occupier, suiting the upsizer, downsizer, and even the first home buyer demographic.

Five reasons Ethereal Residences in Indooroopilly should be on a buyer's shortlist

Residents at FOCUS, a vibrant new inner-city community in the heart of Melbourne&rsquo;s celebrated Arts precinct, get access to an extensive array of amenities all within their Southbank building.

Due to complete later this year, the Central Equity-developed FOCUS is set&nbsp;to integrate contemporary apartments with easily accessible facilities.

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Everything from an impressive and secure entry foyer with a furnished visitor waiting area to professional concierge teams on-site 24/7 will be&nbsp;available to residents.

Residents can plan a movie night at the luxe 17-seat theatre, or enjoy the company of the FOCUS community in the landscaped outdoor barbecue and dining area, which is accessed off an open dining and lounge space.

Resident facilities also include a glass-roofed, indoor heated lap pool, state-of-the-art gym, and adjoining sauna.

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The apartments, which are being built by Multiplex, are designed by Doig Architecture and each feature 2.7m-high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies.

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The&nbsp;Ci​ty Rd&nbsp;location puts FOCUS residents in the heart of Southbank, with easy access to the iconic arts precinct and new parkland on Southbank Bou​levard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Within 100 metre walk from the front door of FOCUS is an IGA and 7-Eleven. Two streets over toward the river is&nbsp;Sout​h​b​ank Boulevard, lined with a number of restaurants and cafe&#39;s.&nbsp;

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Residents at FOCUS get access to substantial amenities at their Southbank address

The range of private and local amenities residents get at FOCUS, Southbank apartments

Ivanhoe East is a highly sought-after pocket of Melbourne, thanks to the picturesque streets of the north-eastern suburb.

The historic streetscape blends European heritage and modern style, combining community, culture and convenience.

East Ivanhoe Village is awash with charm, a pocket of energy in the heart of the neighbourhood thanks to its shopfronts, caf&eacute;s and independent boutiques.

Melburnians seeking to enter this prestigious market need not look further than JWLand&#39;s development&nbsp;The Grounds, situated on The Boulevard.

The Grounds is an exclusive collection of three apartment buildings, Wilfred, Wamba and the Boulevard, and a limited number of townhomes at Oak Terraces.

Featuring 116 residences in two, three and four-bedroom configurations, the development is primely positioned to take advantage of the range of offerings in Ivanhoe East.

Urban takes a look at six things we love about this suburb.

1. Neighbourhood amenities

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From the bustling main streets to tranquil green spaces, The Grounds residents can offer all that Ivanhoe East has to offer.

&ldquo;At your doorstep, healthy outdoor spaces invite exploring, exercise and relaxing close to nature&rdquo;, JWLand&#39;s Project Marketing Manager Nick Babic says.

Nearby, Ivanhoe Park provides the ideal setting for children&rsquo;s play and weekend sports, while Ivanhoe Golf Club and Chelsworth Park are also around the corner.

Other recreational amenities that residents can enjoy include Ivanhoe Aquatic Centre, Olympic Leisure Banyule or Macleod Recreation and Fitness Centre

2. Cultural hub

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Forming Melbourne&rsquo;s greenest precinct, rolling lawns, parkland and native reserves bring a community together.

The area&rsquo;s treasured heritage has fuelled its modern-day appreciation of arts and culture,&nbsp;previously known as a hub for renowned Australian landscape artists.

The suburb is&nbsp;now home to the iconic Heide Museum of Modern Art, the Courthouse Museum and many independent galleries that dot the precinct.

3. Green spaces at The Grounds

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Within and around The Grounds, a profusion of native and exotic plantings are designed to surround the architecture with calming greenery.

Clusters of native grasses and shrubbery around the base of the buildings give the structures an appearance of floating within the natural parkland setting.

An expansive lawn encourages guests to gather and connect outdoors, while the central courtyard features inbuilt seating and space to bask in the sunshine.

4. Self-contained neighbourhood

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&ldquo;Ivanhoe East offers an idyllic lifestyle balance in a self-contained neighbourhood, where you&rsquo;ll walk to everything you need&rdquo;, Babic added.

The neighbourhood features a range of local caf&eacute;s to nurture the community and a diversity of eateries and fresh food providers a few minutes&rsquo; walk&nbsp;away.

Major retail hubs at Ivanhoe Shopping Centre and Heidelberg Central offer a range of retail and dining offerings.

5. Family-friendly development

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The affluent suburb places community at its centre, with close to half its residents established and older couples and families.

The development is largely targeted towards maturing couples and semi-retirees, mostly local who are keen to stay in the area.

&ldquo;I think people buy in because it will be a community, it won&rsquo;t be a transient place with 50 for-lease signs up all the time,&rdquo; sales agent Natasha Johnson said.

&ldquo;That&rsquo;s the main attraction &ndash; there&rsquo;ll be no investors here&rdquo;, Johnson added.

The median house price recorded in Ivanhoe East by the REIV for the September 2021 quarter was $2.18 million for homes.

This is significantly higher than the starting price for three-bedroom townhomes at The Grounds, which begin from $1.89 million.

6. Proximity to the CBD

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Just 9 kilometres north-east of the CBD, Ivanhoe East delivers a sophisticated, relaxed lifestyle surrounded by established parkland.

Using a network of public transport or the Eastern Freeway, making it into the city is stress-free.

The Boulevard is central to a cluster of Victoria&rsquo;s most prestigious state and independent schools including Marcellin College, Ivanhoe East Primary School, Ivanhoe Grammar and Ivanhoe Girls Grammar.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sunland-group">Sunland Group</a> has officially lodged plans for its first Gold Coast apartment project since the departure of the Abedian family from the company three years ago, unveiling a new high-rise proposal for a prominent Broadbeach corner site on Old Burleigh Road.

The application was submitted by an entity directed by Tom Jamieson, stepson of longtime Sunland leader Soheil Abedian, and Riaz Rezvanipour, brother-in-law of Sahba Abedian, Soheil’s son.

Sunland acquired the 1,283 sqm site on the corner of Old Burleigh Road and Armrick Avenue for $9.5 million late last year and is now seeking approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-101-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">42-storey tower with 81 apartments</a>.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a>, the proposed tower at 99-101 Old Burleigh Road would deliver a predominantly larger-format apartment mix aimed at the owner-occupier market. Plans include 17 two-bedroom apartments, 55 three-bedroom apartments, and nine four-bedroom residences across 35 residential levels.

The development also incorporates three basement levels, four podium parking levels, two levels of communal recreation facilities, and rooftop plant and equipment. A total of 189 car spaces are proposed, significantly exceeding the 90 spaces required under the planning scheme.

The architecture adopts a sculpted, curvilinear form, with deep wraparound balconies and integrated landscaping intended to soften the tower’s vertical expression. The planning report states the building’s “slender footprint/form provides a complimentary yet varied built form within the local streetscape” and contributes to “a varied, yet ordered skyline.”

Contreras Earl noted in its Architectural Statement that from the early stages, the project addressed a fundamental challenge: how to accommodate the required residential yield while avoiding the conventional model of a tower sitting on a rigid, fully resolved parking podium.

“The most direct response would have been to consolidate parking into a singular, flat podium and extrude a repetitive tower above,” the statement said. “While efficient, this approach would result in a consolidated built form with limited engagement with the surrounding landscape and public realm.”

Instead, the conventional podium model was “deliberately rejected”. The architects described the base of the building as “a landscaped architectural condition where structure, planting and circulation are integrated”.

“Rather than presenting a continuous built mass, the base of the building is articulated through a series of concrete planter elements that organise the podium into a fragmented system,” the statement said. “This approach reduces the perceived bulk of the lower levels while establishing a more permeable interface with the streetscape and adjacent open space.”

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The site sits within the High Density Residential Zone and inside the City of Gold Coast’s unrestricted “HX” building height area, where the planning framework anticipates intensified residential development tied to the expanding light rail corridor. The planning report notes the area is undergoing “transition toward more intense development forms” given its proximity to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and high-frequency public transport infrastructure.

Positioned directly opposite Broadbeach Park and within walking distance of Florida Gardens light rail station, the development would sit among a rapidly evolving stretch of Old Burleigh Road that has become one of the Gold Coast’s most active apartment development corridors.

The application joins a growing pipeline of luxury residential projects reshaping Broadbeach, including nearby developments by 5Point Projects, Polycell, and Graya.

The planning report argues the project contributes toward the Gold Coast’s long-term housing targets under the South East Queensland Regional Plan, which forecasts the need for more than 100,000 additional high-rise dwellings across the city by 2046.

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The Abedian family departed Sunland Group in late 2023, ending a four-decade association with the company, and subsequently established the private development firm Abedian &amp; Co. The group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/greenmount-residences-cnr-hill-street-and-marine-parade-coolangatta-qld-4225">Greenmount Residences</a> at Rainbow Bay and recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/18-mary-avenue-14-18-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">18 Mary Avenue</a> in Broadbeach.
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First look: Sunland Group returns to Broadbeach new apartment market with new Old Burleigh Road tower plans

The Minns Labor Government has established the new Bays West Delivery Authority to lead the development&nbsp;of the Bays West Precinct and Blackwattle Bay Precinct.&nbsp;

The Authority is charged with creating Sydney’s newest precinct, a thriving, connected, sustainable hub with White Bay Power Station as its cultural heart. Its vision is to build on the area’s natural, cultural and industrial history to shape a vibrant new neighbourhood.

The precinct will deliver up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes. Combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years, while retaining important deep-water facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

The Bays West Delivery Authority,&nbsp;an agency of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, will report to the NSW Minister for Lands and Property who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo.

As part of the broader Bays West transformation, the Minns Government recently announced that a proposal from Lendlease to redevelop part of the Bays West Precinct has progressed to Stage 2 of the NSW Government’s unsolicited proposals process.

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The Minns Labor Government has also confirmed the Bays West precinct will have a new suburb name. This will be the first major suburb built in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD in decades and will encompass the area currently being referred to as Bays West, including Glebe Island and the White Bay Power Station. Served by a new Metro station just five minutes from the CBD, it will become one of the most populous suburbs in the Inner West and one of Sydney’s premier cultural destinations.

An early works program is taking shape, which&nbsp;includes the first stages of an international design competition.&nbsp;

The aim of the Bays West&nbsp;International&nbsp;Design Competition is to&nbsp;ensure design excellence is embedded in the project from the start. The competition will deliver an&nbsp;urban framework that defines the character, ambition and long-term identity of&nbsp;this&nbsp;former industrial precinct as it transitions to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable residential&nbsp;neighbourhood.

The competition will be led by the Bays West Delivery Authority in partnership with Government Architect NSW.&nbsp;

It will launch with an invitation for a global Expressions of Interest, before moving to an invitation-only stage that will be assessed by a panel that&nbsp;will provide advice to Cabinet who will select a winner.

Premier of NSW, Chris Minns said the establishment of the new Authority is the first step in transforming the Bays West precinct into a vibrant, livable suburb minutes from the Sydney CBD and two stops from Hunter St Station on the Metro West line.

“The Authority will deliver well-located homes close to the heart of the city and integrate the new precinct with Blackwattle Bay and the new Sydney Fish Market.

“This is a generational opportunity to build a new suburb on the city’s edge and open the harbour foreshore to the public for the first time in a century.”&nbsp;

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the new Bays West Delivery Authority established by the Minns Government will turbocharge the development of Sydney’s newest suburb.

“The Authority is working at a record pace to deliver an international design competition, planning pathways and a financial model so that this development benefits Sydney with well-designed homes in a central location, close to public transport, jobs, entertainment and essential services.

“If we want Sydney to stay liveable and affordable, we need to be bold about using underutilised government-owned land to deliver homes for the future while making sure essential working harbour functions can be accommodated.”

Bays West Delivery Authority established to "turbocharge" Sydney’s newest suburb

Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

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