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As developers commit to greener designs and more sustainable developments, environmentally conscious property buyers are spoilt for choice.

Finding green and energy-efficient housing not only reduces your carbon footprint but also helps you lower your bills.

Urban takes a look at seven of Australia’s leading sustainable developments implementing efficient features, green spaces and facilities that alleviate residents’ impact on the environment. 
 

1. Canvas, Brunswick 
Address: 272 Barkly Street, Brunswick VIC 3056 
One-bedroom apartments from $440,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29358]

As recent forecasts emerge, revealing property investors are increasingly concerned with environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials, developments are forced to match the increased environmental awareness of their buyers.

ID_Land’s Brunswick development, Canvas, does just that. The development includes solar technology in communal areas, no gas connection to any apartment, rooftop gardens and greywater harvesting.

“Sustainable living is no longer an option, it’s a prerequisite”, said ID_Land’s Matthew Belford. 
 

2. Waverley Park, Mulgrave 
Address: 6 Goodison Court, Mulgrave VIC 3170 
Four-bedroom townhomes from $935,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22700]

As you’ll soon discover, Mirvac is among the developers leading the transition towards renewable and sustainable residential projects with a target to become net carbon positive by 2030.

The developer’s Waverley Park project offers sustainable and energy-efficient design in Melbourne’s Mulgrave.

Among its features include cross-ventilation, superior insulation, LED lighting, solar hot water and energy-efficient appliances. 
 

3. Quay Waterfront Newstead 
Address: 57 Skyring Terrace, Newstead QLD 4006 
One-bedroom apartments from $475,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=90553]

Set in Brisbane’s Newstead, Mirvac’s Quay Waterfront aims to rehabilitate the previously heavily industrial site into a transformed and green community.

The riverfront parcel of land will be reinvigorated with green open space, creating parklands that residents can call home and locals can enjoy.

Set on 5.5-hectares of parklands, this biophilic tower will weave gardens throughout its façade and around its apartments, which Mirvac will hand over 50 per cent back to the Brisbane City Council upon completion. 
 

4. Folia, Doncaster 
Address: 59 Stables Circuit, Doncaster VIC 3108 
One-bedroom apartments from $400,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22584]

Situated on Doncaster Road, Folia forms part of Mirvac’s larger masterplanned community, Tullamore.

Achieving the highest environmental certification in Australia, the development has achieved a six-leaf EnviroDevelopment accreditation, thanks to its many sustainable features.

These include a 70kWh solar panel array, renewable energy and battery storage and the possibility of including a Tesla Powerwall II battery within each residence. 

The broader development site also boasts 20 per cent of open, green space and an integrated water management plan. 
 

5. The Fabric, Altona North 
Address: 188-198 Blackshaws Road, Altona North VIC 3025 
Two-bedroom apartments from $695,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22699]

Yet another Mirvac development, the Fabric has committed to contributing to a more sustainable feature, designed for liveability and increased comfort year-round.

Leafy green tree-lined streets, contemporary architecture and private front gardens form the walkable masterplanned community, which boasts a seven-star NatHERS energy rating.

Renowned landscaping architects, Eckersley Garden Architecture, have designed courtyards with edible planter beds and a custom-designed Patchwork Park. 
 

6. Tullamore Homes, Doncaster 
Address: 11 Heritage Boulevard, Doncaster VIC 3108 
Four-bedroom townhomes from $1,450,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22803]

Another stage in the masterplanned Tullamore development, Tullamore Homes’ many sustainable features align with the increasing importance homebuyers place on environmental credentials.

According to Mirvac, the vision for the residential neighbourhood is defined by lush landscape, open parklands and walking trails.

The project will retain a large nature reserve to protect the homes of local Rosellas and other birdlife, as well as feature solar gas-boosted hot water services, recycled water connections and five-star WELS tapware to the bathroom. 
 

7. Sixth Avenue, Chelsea Heights 
Address: 15 Sixth Avenue, Chelsea Heights VIC 3196 
Two-bedroom apartments from $599,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=32136]

Developed by the Aultun Group, Chelsea Heights’ Sixth Ave. delivers sustainable design features with the green transition in mind.

Achieving a ‘Best Practice’ rating for BESS (Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard), the project boasts a five-star instantaneous gas hot-water system, energy-efficient glazing, water-efficient tapware and bicycle parking.

Other features include expansive private courtyards, outdoor clotheslines, thermal insulation and four-star WELS-rated toilets.
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“Sustainable living is no longer an option, it’s a prerequisite”, said ID_Land’s Matthew Belford

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Seven of Australia's leading sustainable developments for 2021

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Featuring 128 apartments across three buildings, Aster Apartments is a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments set across seven levels.

Belonging to a larger 6.5-hectare masterplanned community, this unique residential development offers a range of townhomes and apartments with the convenience of nearby retail, employment and education opportunities.  

Urban takes a look at eight reasons we’re inclined to buy a brand-new Aster Apartment in Clayton South.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=4124]1. Developed by Cedar Woods

Aster Apartments is delivered by Cedar Wood, a leading national developer of residential communities.

The developer boasts a long pipeline of other quality projects in Victoria, including Lincoln Apartments, St.A and Marshal Place.

Established in 1987, Cedar Woods has won numerous awards for its residential projects.

2. You can save thousands if you buy this month

Eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant, homebuyers can save thousands on a new home in Aster Apartments.

Cedar Woods Developer Boost: In addition developer Cedar Woods is matching the government’s $15K HomeBuilder Grant with an additional $15k Boost until the end of March.

3. The final release of a masterplanned community

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Forming part of the $230 million Jackson Green development in Melbourne’s south-east, Aster Apartments’ modern residences embrace community living and open, green space.

The 6.5-hectare project, set to deliver 151 new houses and 400 apartments encompassing a central park, was named ‘Development of the Year – New Communities’ at the Urban Developer Awards.

4. Prime open space designed by MDG

Situated across from Jackson Green’s central park, Aster boasts a prime location that delivers open space and a beautiful landscape.

Designed by MDG, the development’s considered landscaping promotes healthy, active living, with over 4,700 sqm of public open space.

A recreation hub is located at the doorstep of the complex, featuring a dog park, the Dierring trial, basketball courts and other outdoor facilities.

5. Beautifully crafted spaces

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Designed by DKO Architecture, each apartment at Aster offers a sophisticated style and functional design.

Aster homes boast abundant natural light, high-quality finishes and generous balconies that overlook manicured gardens.

These beautifully crafted spaces provide the ideal setting for entertaining friends and family or enjoying a relaxing moment amongst nature.

6. Amazing location

A hub for healthcare and education, Clayton South’s latest masterplanned community occupies a privileged position nearby amenities and infrastructure.

Located just 20-kilometres from Melbourne CBD, commuting from Aster is a breeze with public transport connecting residents to employment opportunities and the world-leading Monash University.

7. Sustainable features

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Delivered by Cedar Woods and designed by DKO, Aster has focused on green design to appeal to environmentally conscious investors and lessen the development’s impact on the surrounding communities.

The homes include sustainable inclusions like double glazing, solar PV in communal areas, electric car charging facilities, rainwater reuse systems for irrigation and bicycle storage.

8. One-bedroom apartments start from just $396,800

Unbelievably affordable, Aster Apartments start from just $396,800 for one-bedroom apartments and from $524,000 for two-bedrooms.

Expected to reach completion mid-next year, Aster ticks every box for those looking for a new home.
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Belonging to a larger 6.5-hectare masterplanned community, this unique residential development offers a range of townhomes and apartments with the convenience of nearby retail, employment and education opportunities

Eight reasons Clayton South's Aster Apartments should be on your shortlist

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There's a reason every buyer in Docklands newest address, The Docklands Residences, is an owner-occupier.

The waterside suburb is beginning to take shape as one of the next sought-after areas, with a number of new luxury projects in the pipeline complete with top of the range onsite amenities.

The Docklands Residences will see buyers move in next month. Over 85 per cent of the development is now sold.

Designed by award-winning architects DKO, the unique mixed-use project boasts timeless luxury and beautiful apartment design.

Urban takes a look at five new amenities coming to Dockland’s thanks to the Capital Alliance development.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=3205]

1. Hotel amenities and services

Set atop the five-star Melbourne Marriott Hotel, homeowners of the oversized one, two and three-bedroom Docklands residences will enjoy exclusive hotel membership, access to services and amenities and true luxury-living.

Provided by Marriott, an inviting lobby welcomes hotel guests and residents. Residents will have their own private entrance and lifts, and will be offered access to room service, housekeeping and a 24-hour concierge service. 
 

2. Restaurants and ground-level cafes

Beautiful facilities at this development are not only exclusively for residents and hotel guests, with many new amenities open to the broader community.

A ground-floor restaurant and laneway café will be open to all who wander through the riverside precinct.

The ground-level lobby bar will also be open to all, featuring side tables designed to accommodate laptops for the ideal work-from-home setting. 
 

3. Open-air infinity rooftop pool

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Accommodating the demands of high-end homebuyers, Capital Alliance offers abundant lifestyle facilities to entertain and socialise in.

Curving around the top of the building, a 28-metre resort-style, rooftop infinity pool will feature an adjoining bar and 200-degree views across the Melbourne CBD and Port Phillip Bay.

“At night, tiny fibre optic lights at the pool twinkle to a spectacular effect”, said DKO director Jesse Lindardi, providing the perfect place for a poolside cocktail. 
 

4. Winter gardens

An integral part of the building’s design is green spaces and natural connection, including planter boxes with built-in irrigation and winter gardens.

Each apartment in the Docklands Residences feature a private enclosed glass winter garden, allowing residents to enjoy stunning views of bay, city and Bolte Bridge during all months of the year.

 

5. Art installation in the lobby

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Melbourne-based artist, Alexander Knox, has created an impressive sensory public art installation within the lobby of the building, creating a remarkable large-scale, multi-media piece.

The artwork draws reference from the site’s history and reflects the unique character of its Docklands location.
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Urban takes a look at five new amenities coming to Dockland’s thanks to the Capital Alliance development, The Docklands Residences

What's new in Melbourne's Docklands? Here are five new amenities in the popular central neighbourhood

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Heralded as among the most liveable cities in the world, Brisbane offers homebuyers beautiful weather, stunning beaches and a youthful charm.

Recent forecasts from Westpac and CBA have identified property value increases in Brisbane of up to 20 per cent and 16.6 per cent over the next two to three years, respectively.

With many brand-new developments suitable for first home buyers, investors or downsizers offered at an affordable price point, Brisbane may be the ideal location to secure an apartment.

Urban takes a look at five new properties on the market in Queensland’s capital under $475,000.

1. Quay Waterfront, Newstead 
Address: 57 Skyring Terrace, Newstead QLD 4006 
One-bedroom apartments from $475,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=90553]

Mirvac’s Quay Waterfront is Brisbane’s newest chapter of riverside living, prioritising rich and connected design.

Each residence offers open layouts, light-filled spaces and flowing balconies. The home’s amenities include sky-pavilions, rooftop pool, cocktail garden and ground-floor wellness centre.

2. Breeze, West End 
Address: 43 Ferry Road, West End QLD 4101 
One-bedroom apartments from $409,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=8240]

Forming part of Pradella’s $1 billion masterplanned Riverside West End community, Breeze comprises luxurious apartments in Brisbane’s inner-south.

Comprising luxurious apartments with resort-style amenities, abundant green open spaces and retail offerings, the development connects residents with all they need.

A remarkable rooftop Skygarden terrace complete with a 20-metre lap pool and landscaped entertainment area crowns the 11-storey complex.

3. Mary Lane, Brisbane 
Address: 111 Mary Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 
One-bedroom apartments from $460,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6229]

Sitting in the centre of Brisbane, Mary Lane offers 167 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Perched above the Westin Hotel, residents will have access to private amenities, including a residents-only foyer, terrace pool, gym and function room.

One-bedroom apartments in the development feature floor-to-ceiling glass, a balcony and a full-size kitchen with quality appliances.

4. M Apartments, Kangaroo Point 
Address: 699 Main Street, Kangaroo Point, QLD 4169 
One-bedroom apartments from $415,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29156]

Representing a refreshing new approach to apartment living, M Apartments offers 46 one and two-bedroom apartments, as well as three commercial properties located on the ground floor.

As the latest addition to Brisbane’s Kangaroo Point and only moments to the Woolloongabba dining precinct and the Brisbane CBD, M Apartments residents will enjoy convenience and luxury with amenities including a rooftop entertainment deck, timber flooring and a communal barbeque area with views over the surrounding suburbs.

5. Cello, Greenslopes 
Address: 5-9 Flora Street, Greenslopes QLD 4120 
Two-bedroom apartments from $469,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=28592]

Delivered by CS Development Group, Cello Apartments is located just four kilometres from the Brisbane CBD.

For residents who value relaxation, an on-site library, or landscape rooftop observation deck provide excellent settings to unwind.

Resort-style facilities, such as a swimming pool, sauna and spa, and fully equipped gym are also on offer, as well as a multi-purpose space and boardroom.
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Recent forecasts from Westpac and CBA have identified property value increases in Brisbane of up to 20 per cent and 16.6 per cent over the next two to three years, respectively

April 2021: The top five properties you can buy in Brisbane under $475,000

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Whether entertaining or staying fit, outdoor areas are important to residents’ quality of life.

On-site outdoor areas do not only provide convenient access to landscaped gardens but help foster a sense of community between residents and increase home values.

Here are eight properties in New South Wales with fantastic outdoor areas. 
 

1. Beyond, Hurstville 
Address: 93 Forest Road, Hurstville NSW 2220 
Two-bedroom apartments from $870,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6798]

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Located in South Sydney, Fridcorp’s latest Hurstville development, Beyond, features a number of fantastic outdoor areas and on-site amenities.

Among Urban’s favourites are the beautiful outdoor dining and teppanyaki grill, with facilities unlike any development on the market in Sydney.

Other outdoor amenities include lush, elevated gardens, a yoga and meditation retreat and barbeque and dining areas. 
 

2. The Laneways, Rosebery 
Address: 33-37 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 
Two-bedroom apartments from $980,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=24323]

Ellerson Property’s latest inner-city development, The Laneways, is Rosebery’s exciting new address, delivering some fantastic outdoor spaces for homebuyers.

Alongside the home’s beautiful private balconies and green courtyards within the ground-floor residences, the project also boasts a rooftop terrace.

The fifth-floor space offers a fantastic space to socialise with friends and neighbours while enjoying the panoramic city vistas. 
 

3. 180 George Street, Parramatta 
Address: 180 George Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 
Two-bedroom apartments from $715,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=8590]

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Meriton’s world-class 180 George development brings together beautifully designed residences with the ideal lifestyle amenities to suit everyone.

Designed by Woods Bagot, the 767-apartment development features communal open space, including rooftop gardens, a sundrenched podium terrace and a barbeque area.

The 1,200 sqm podium gardens complement the adjoining 58-level hotel suites tower. 
 

4. Destination, Macquarie Park 
Address: 114 Talavera Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113 
Two-bedroom apartments from $910,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=8669]

Located within NSW’s second largest business district, Destination offers the ultimate apartment living experience in a unique mixed-use neighbourhood.

Delivered by Meriton and designed by DKO Architecture, the project offers serene garden terraces, timeless design and views from every angle.

Destination’s exclusive resident-only 800 sqm podium gardens on the sixth floor creates a spectacular resort lifestyle with abundant space to thrive. 
 

5. Allium, Pagewood 
Address: 128 Bunnerong Road, Pagewood NSW 2035 
Two-bedroom apartments from $815,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7822]

Offering luxury and lifestyle in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, residents at Allium will be spoilt by the development’s countless outdoor amenities.

Designed by SJB and landscape architects Arcadia, the project includes lush, fifth-floor podium gardens, rooftop retreats on the sixteenth-floor and benefits from the nearby parklands, champion golf courses and beaches of the east coast.

Allium’s podiums include extensive turfed area, ample shade, a cinema screen, barbeque areas and garden seating.   
 

6. Collection, Rouse Hill 
Address: 49 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 
Two-bedroom apartments from $642,500

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6284]

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Designed by renowned architects DKO, residences at Collection boast large entertainer’s balconies with an idyllic natural landscape providing the ideal backdrop for dinner with family and friends.

Not only benefitting from the bordering Berowra Valley National Park, Marquess Group’s Rouse Hill development also offers fantastic outdoor spaces.

The project features a meticulously landscaped communal garden, with tiered seating and dining space to help foster a sense of community between residents. 
 

7. Orchid, Eastgardens 
Address: 9 Oscar Place, Eastgardens NSW 2036 
Two-bedroom apartments from $835,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29389]

The final stage of Meriton’s masterplanned Pagewood Green development, Orchid, offers a residential oasis in Sydney’s Eastgardens.

Offering residents an ideal natural setting to recharge, the development is located nearby surrounding parklands, sporting fields and recreation facilities, including Centennial Park, Lakes Golf Course and the urban bushland at Moore Park.

The 256 residences, set across four buildings, are connected by a lush podium garden designed by the award-winning architects, PTW.   
 

8. Eminence, Zetland 
Address: 811 Elizabeth Street, Zetland NSW 2017 
Two-bedroom apartments from $1,045,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=21882]

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Meriton’s 254 boutique apartment development, Eminence, brings together beautifully considered living environments with vibrant onsite amenities, including outdoor spaces.

The project includes 1,840sqm of lush podium gardens and five-star amenities, nestled between the transformational Green Square precinct, Surry Hills and the CBD.

Across from your home, Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre boasts beach-inspired pools, open-air training facilities, boardwalks and playgrounds for the ideal outdoor space to thrive.
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Whether entertaining in the sun or working on your fitness, outdoor areas are important to residents’ quality of life

Love alfresco dining? Here are 8 properties in NSW with fantastic outdoor areas

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Luxury Gold Coast apartments don’t have to break the bank, with many brand-new residences suitable for first home buyers, investors or downsizers offered at an affordable price point.

Urban takes a look at five new developments on the market under $600,000. 
 

1. Chevron One, Surfers Paradise 
Address: 36-44 Stanhill Drive, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 
One-bedroom apartments from $480,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6515]

Bensons Property Group’s Chevron One offers residents holiday-style living year-round, with close to 2000 sqm of resort-style amenities.

Designed by Marchese Partners, the project includes a Club One residents’ lounge, floating cinema, dining facilities and sculpted gardens.

Chevron One’s intuitive design and quality finishes make it easy to love, providing the best in coastal apartment living with 360-degree uninterrupted views never to be built out. 
 

2. Miles Residences, Kirra 
Address: Corner Miles Street &amp; Marine Paradise, Kirra QLD 4225 
One-bedroom apartments from $545,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=27575]

Delivered by KTQ Group and designed by Woods Bagot, the luxurious Miles Residences is Kirra’s latest high-end home.

Situated on one of the rare Australian north-facing beaches, residents can soak up views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding Norfolk pines every day.

The development boasts an abundance of light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling stacker doors, and includes a suite of five-star amenities that could turn any home into a getaway. 
 

3. Opus, Broadbeach 
Address: 16-18 Chelsea Avenue, Broadbeach QLD 4218 
Two-bedroom apartments from $599,900

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6999]

Offering smart design, open-plan living, and an enviable location with views over Surfers Paradise, Morris Property Group’s Opus Broadbeach project offers homebuyers great value at an affordable price point.

Located in the heart of Broadbeach, a residence at Opus includes access to the complex’s two-level recreation deck, open-air pool, landscaped yoga lawn and fully equipped gym. 
 

4. Regal, Southport 
Address: 61-73 Meron Street, Southport QLD 4215 
Two-bedroom apartments from $545,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22476]

Azzura Development’s Regal Residences, the third stage in the Imperial Square project, blends luxury and sophistication with family-sized residences.

The Gold Coast development is conveniently located in close proximity to countless leisure activities and lifestyle amenities, making it an affordable option for downsizers and first home buyers.

Designed by Kris Kowalski Architects, Regal features oak timber flooring, a lap pool, a state-of-the-art gym and a residents’ lounge. 
 

5. Serenity, Surfers Paradise 
Address: 14 Cannes Avenue, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 
Two-bedroom apartments from $589,900

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7182]

Set over 10 floors, Serenity offers homebuyers the chance to secure a home at one of Australia's most coveted holiday destinations.

Boasting a selection of one, two and three-bedroom homes, the development provides the excellent opportunity to secure a home in an amenity-rich development with a designated rooftop recreation zone, complete with lounge areas, barbeque facilities, a spa and views spanning Surfers Paradise.
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Urban takes a look at five new developments on the market under $600,000

April 2021: The top five properties you can buy on the Gold Coast under $600,000

Often compared against some of the greatest cities in the world, Sydney offers homebuyers employment opportunities, stunning beaches and diverse cultures.

Sydney house prices are set to surge 14 per cent between 2021 and 2023, according to forecasts by Westpac economists.

With many brand-new developments suitable for first home buyers, investors and downsizers, Urban takes a look at five new two-bedroom apartments on the market in Sydney under $655,000.

1. Auburn Square, Auburn 
Address: 26-36 Northumberland Road, Auburn NSW 2144 
Two-bedroom apartments from $600,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7317]

Developed by Tian An LFD, Auburn Square boasts the ultimate liveability in the heart of western Sydney.

Designed by Rothelowman, the development&rsquo;s design provides perfectly considered spaces to deliver a sense of community, with facilities including an expansive rooftop, communal dining areas, outdoor fitness equipment, and impressive cityscape views.

2. Georgette, Schofields 
Address: 23-27 Schofields Road, Schofields NSW 2762 
Two-bedroom apartments from $535,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=32227]

Georgette offers homebuyers a change of scenery from the bustling city setting with lush green spaces encasing their home.

Designed by PBD Architects, residents will enjoy the privacy and natural beauty of Sydney&rsquo;s north-west from the confines of their bedroom.

The light-filled apartments feature extended gardens, ample storage and, in partnership with Tesla, state-of-the-art energy and storage innovations.

3. Park Avenue, Waitara 
Address: 16-20 Park Avenue, Waitara NSW 2077 
Two-bedroom apartments from $649,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29538]

Located on Sydney&rsquo;s Upper North Shore, Park Avenue provides one and two-bedroom configurations in a prime location, ideal for first home buyers, investors or downsizers.

Delivered by Developcorp, the spacious apartments are located in proximity to Hornsby&rsquo;s amenities and offer residents the relaxed lifestyle of the North Shore community.

Each residence boasts practical layouts, flowing balconies and spacious bedrooms.

4. Cornerstone, Belmore 
Address: 717-727 Canterbury Road, Belmore NSW 2192 
Two-bedroom apartments from $655,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=9188]

Located on Canterbury Road, Cornerstone delivers a collection of 141 flawlessly designed one, two and three-bedroom apartments with secure parking and lift access, boasting exceptionally generous proportions with spacious alfresco areas.

Aland&rsquo;s project features ground-floor retail spaces and parkland, recessed balconies, high ceilings and an open-plan layout.

5. Collection, Rouse Hill 
Address: 49 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 
Two-bedroom apartments from $642,500

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6284]

With two-bedroom apartments from $642,500 and one-bedroom apartments from just $399,000, Collection presents incredible quality residences at an affordable price.

Situated in Sydney&rsquo;s growing north-west, the Marquess Group&rsquo;s Rouse Hill project offers generous entertainer balconies and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and adjacent Berowra Valley National Park.

The DKO Architecture-designed development boasts luxury and modern design with spacious open-plan layouts, walk-in showers and on-site amenities.

Often compared against some of the greatest cities in the world, Sydney offers homebuyers employment opportunities, stunning beaches and diverse cultures

June 2021: The top five two-bedroom apartments you can buy in Sydney under $655,000

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For the last few years, property trends have reflected the importance of resort-style amenities and private resident facilities for investors and owner-occupiers alike.

These mixed-use developments have become a new sector mainstay in Australia, according to Cromwell Property Group, with developers increasingly combining commercial, retail, leisure and residential.

Whether you’re an eager investor or an owner-occupier who desires resort-style facilities at your doorstep, here are five apartments with 5-star hotel amenities selling in March 2021. 
 

1. Seafarers, Docklands 
Address: 731 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008 
One-bedroom apartments from $825,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=27728]

Partnering with Australia’s first 1 Hotel, Seafarers integrates luxury residences and s luxury hotel amenities, management and services.

Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the project provides countless amenities to its residents including an indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, full-service fitness centre and spa.

To complement the convenience of hotel luxuries, Riverlee offers residents private amenities, including a library, dining and lounge. 
 

2. Beyond, Hurstville 
Address: 93 Forest Road, Hurstville NSW 2220 
One-bedroom apartments from $585,000

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Fridcorp’s latest Hurstville development, Beyond, features a number of on-site amenities that match the quality of the world’s best hotels.

Facilities include an outdoor dining and teppanyaki grill, gardens, lobby bar and residents’ dining.

For health and fitness, entertaining or quiet contemplation, residents can enjoy exclusive access to Beyond’s two podium platforms, which feature barbeque and dining areas as well as a yoga and meditation retreat. 
 

3. Cabana, Palm Beach 
Address: 1 Nineteenth Avenue, Palm Beach QLD 4221 
Three-bedroom apartments from $2,325,000

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Delivered by Ignite Projects, Cabana offers the best in luxury resort-style living.

The island-like oasis is located across from the recently completed Palm Beach artificial reef and includes its own private beach club.

A key feature of the development’s design, the private beach club includes day beds on and off the water, beachfront and poolside cabanas. 
 

4. Melbourne Grand, Melbourne 
Address: 560 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 
One-bedroom apartments from $489,000

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With an entire tenth floor dedicated to resort-style facilities, Central Equity’s Melbourne Grand offers an outstanding living experience rising 58-storeys above the CBD.

Designed by Guildford Bell and Graham Fisher Architects, the development features an indoor pool, gym and yoga studio, residents’ lounge and 17-seat luxe theatre.

A coffee bar and banquet room also provide the ideal setting for entertaining family or friends. 
 

5. Grand Central Towers, Phillip 
Address: 15 Bowes Street, Phillip ACT 2606 
Apartment prices available at request

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Inspired by New York’s Grand Central Station, Geocon Group’s Grand Central Towers delivers a breathtaking balance of hotel-style luxury and amenity.

Designed by Cox Architecture, the project includes an infinity pool, gym, residents’ dining room, lounge and library.

A rooftop retreat with reflection pond, secure resident parking, car wash and bike workshop are among its other features.
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Mixed-use developments have become a new sector mainstay in Australia with developers increasingly combining commercial, retail, leisure and residential

Urban's top 5 apartments with 5-star hotel amenities selling in March 2021

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Developers have continued to recognise the importance of incorporating open green space into their projects with home buyers increasingly looking for accessible leisure amenities.

Not only does nearby natural space benefit residents’ quality of life but convenient access to landscaped gardens helps foster a sense of community within a project.  

Here are four homes in New South Wales with nearby parklands space for fitness, leisure and relaxation. 
 

1. Allium, Pagewood 
Address: 128 Bunnerong Road, Pagewood NSW 2035 
Two-bedroom apartments from $815,000

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Meriton’s Pagewood development, Allium, is ideally located to offer families and first home buyers convenient access to championship golf courses, parklands and Sydney’s Eastern beaches.

As well as adjacent green spaces, the 487-apartment development includes podium gardens on the fifth floor, rooftop retreats and extensive turfed area for relaxation and summer dining. 
 

2. Collection, Rouse Hill 
Address: 49 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 
Two-bedroom apartments from $642,500

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Delivered by Marquess Group, Rouse Hill’s latest development comprising 311 apartments across three buildings offers residents an abundance of open, green space in Sydney’s north-west.

Masterplanned by architects DKO, Collection borders the popular Berowra Valley National Park and includes a meticulously landscaped communal garden for residents’ private use.   
 

3. Orchid, Eastgardens 
Address: 9 Oscar Place, Eastgardens NSW 2036 
Two-bedroom apartments from $835,000

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Orchid, the final stage of Meriton’s masterplanned Pagewood Green development in Eastgardens, offers a “residential oasis” within Sydney’s East, according to the project marketing.

Offering residents an ideal natural setting to recharge, the development is located nearby surrounding parklands, sporting fields and recreation facilities, including Centennial Park, Lakes Golf Course and the urban bushland at Moore Park. 
 

4. 1-39 Lord Sheffield Circuit, Penrith 
Address: 1-39 Lord Sheffield Circuit, Penrith NSW 2750 
Apartment prices available upon request

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Urban Property Group’s new Penrith masterplanned community is situated just metres from Penrith train station and local parks.

The community parklands, just moments away, offers playground equipment, open spaces and barbeque facilities that the whole family can enjoy.
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Here are four homes in New South Wales with nearby parklands space for fitness, leisure and relaxation

Property insider guide: 4 stunning NSW homes with adjacent parkland

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Connecting central Melbourne with the historic Yarra waterfront, the inner-city suburb Docklands is comprised of eight distinct precincts, covering 200-hectares.

With its vibrant cosmopolitan culture and world-class facilities, Docklands satisfies the appetite of a variety of homebuyer types.

Amongst Melbourne’s laneways, the bustling CBD and nearby retail and entertainment offerings, Docklands has it all.

Urban takes a look at three stylish brand-new developments in this exciting area. 
 

1. Melbourne Quarter, Docklands 
Address: 628 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008 
One-bedroom apartments from $458,000

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Offering a collection of 719 one and two-bedroom apartments with an entry price of $458,000, Lendlease’s Melbourne Quarter is the ideal new residence for first home buyers.

Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the project boasts a luxe lobby, concierge and exclusive access to three whole floors of resort-style amenities at Club MQ, such as a multi-use space, pool, theatrette and library.

The homes include contemporary fittings, elegant interiors and panoramic city, river and bay views. 
 

2. Seafarers, Docklands 
Address: 731 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008 
One-bedroom apartments from $825,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=27728]

Partnering with Australia’s first 1 Hotel, Riverlee’s Seafarers offers a boutique collection of 123 sublimely crafted one, two and three-bedroom residences.

The development heralds a new era in luxury inner-city living in Melbourne’s Yarra River, with exclusive access to luxury hotel amenities, management and services.

Designed by award-winning CARR, each residence is curated to maximise external views, space and natural light, with interiors including reflective surfaces, natural and concealed doors. 
 

3. Voyager, Docklands 
Address: 103 South Wharf Drive, Docklands ViC 3008 
One-bedroom apartments from $601,500

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Dominating the Docklands skyline with a similar romantic energy to a Manhattan hotel, Mirvac’s latest development is among Melbourne’s most chic high-rise residential towers.

The 43-storey building is thoughtfully designed and luxuriously appointed, boasting 315 contemporary apartments in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Voyager offers panoramic city and water views, sleek floor-to-ceiling windows and the precinct’s first-ever rooftop lifestyle space, with skydeck and bar.
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With its vibrant cosmopolitan culture and world-class facilities, Docklands satisfies the appetite of a variety of homebuyer types

3 stylish brand-new homes in Melbourne's Docklands

<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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Joel Robinson

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.

Max Kwok

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