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A 1910 stone-fronted Prospect house has sold for $955,000 making it Adelaide’s most expensive auction sale last weekend.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-sa-prospect-125906674" target="_blank">46 Johns Road</a>, the property has a north facing position and surrounded by gardens.
Built in 1910 it was last sold in 1994 for $165,000.
It features a versatile floorplan with four bedrooms, all having their own open fires, ass well as a living area.
There are two bathrooms featuring modern ensuite and main bathroom.
The kitchen is adjacent to the dining and lounge area with bench space, pantry and dishwasher.
The lounge has built-in bookcases and slow combustion heater.
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There are also detached versatile spaces three compost bays and garden shed as well as a workshop and large studio.
The property is close to Prospect Road’s shops and cafes as well as Adelaide Fresh/Schinella’s Market and North Park/Sefton Park shopping centres, Rite Price and North Adelaide.
The property was offered through Ouwens Casserly agent Margie Saint.
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A five bedroom Hackett house has sold for $1.26 million making it Canberra’s most expensive weekend auction sale.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-act-hackett-125919762" target="_blank">4 Verco Street</a>, the 987 sqm property is nestled on the foothills of Mount Majura nature reserve and siding vacant land.
The four bedroom house has an attached one bedroom flat.
It has views of the mountains and the reserve.
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There is a large front patio and formal entry along with a large living room and separate dining area that is joining the original kitchen.
The property was offered through Luton agents Michael and Jenny McReynolds.
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Five bedroom Hackett house sold for $1.26 million

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Some 55 homeowners in Sydney’s Macquarie Park have become instant millionaires in one of the biggest amalgamations in the country, with a private developer paying $80 million.
The 5,130sqm site situated at <a href="https://www.savills.com.au/_news/article/109976/153819-0/6/2017/macquarie-park-home-owners-to-follow-successful-merger-trend" target="_blank">15-21 Cottonwood Crescent</a> has potential for a new mixed use landmark tower of 270 apartments plus ground floor commercial suites (STCA) extending up to 65 metres, circa 21 storeys.
Providing approximately 23,085sq m of Gross Floor Area, the site was sold in two stages, with the purchaser first securing 15-19 Cottonwood Crescent, and later 21 Cottonwood Crescent, resulting in the strongest sales rate per square metre of proposed GFA achieved to date for a collective sale.
Stuart Cox and Neil Cooke of Savills Australia conducted a five week campaign that resulted in over 220 enquiries being received.
There were over 50 requests for the due diligence material, resulting in 13 offers received at the close of the EOI.
According to Stuart Cox, Director of Residential Site Sales at Savills Australia, this site was considered one of the most premium sites offered to the market within Macquarie Park given its elevated nature perched high upon the intersection of Waterloo Road and Cottonwood Crescent, its close proximity to Macquarie Centre, Macquarie University Railway Station and Macquarie University.
“Given the strong demand for the site, we undertook a second round EOI that resulted in a record sale price being achieved for the site.
“Of the 13 EOI’s received, 12 were from offshore large scale Asian developers drawn to the area by the vast array of amenities on offer within this suburb, namely retail, education and excellent transport” he said.
The site benefits from an amazing northerly aspect overlooking Macquarie Centre as well as over Elouera Reserve to the north-western elevation.
All future redevelopment in this area will be constructed to the south of the site.
The lawyer acting for the owners, Mr Ian McKnight of ClarkeKann Lawyers, said that he was able to devise a legally innovative and effective means to enable the owners to collectively sell their properties which provided a lot of certainty for both sides during the sale campaign.
According to Neil Cooke, Director of Residential Site Sales at Savills Australia, 91 per cent of the neighbours agreed to combine their properties in a bid to further evolve the master planned community of Macquarie Park.
“The new Strata Law reform legislation, particularly in well located areas, gives owners whom join together in a collective sale offering of over 75 per cent, substantial uplift benefit at a time when their existing capital works programs are becoming cost prohibitive."
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A local buyer has offered around $18 million for a penthouse at Shanghai United's luxury apartment project, Castle Residences ahead of its launch this Saturday.
It is understood the buyer has offered to pay more than $60,000 a square metre for the 300 sqm penthouse.
Its price will almost mirror AMP Capital's recent Circular Quay Loftus Lane penthouse sale at $67,000 a square metre in June.
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Shanghai United has more than 100 buyers have registered to buy the first 80 luxury apartments at Castle Residences project, including 21 Melbourne private buyers who flew up to Sydney on Monday to personally register for the apartments after seeing an advertisement for the apartments in a Chinese newspaper.
CBRE is marketing the project.
"Interests have exceeded our expectations," Shanghai United chief executive Yangdong Xu said.
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"Potential buyers have said the combination of a five-star hotel in a mixed-use apartment project in a good location was key."
The $380 million project at 110-118 Bathurst and 203 Castlereagh Streets is a mixed-use tower incorporating the 121-room Porter House Hotel, MGallery by Sofitel and 131 apartments known as Castle Residence Apartments.
The hotel, by Accorhotels will be on levels one to nine and the apartments will be located above it.
One of the Melbourne buyers, Raymond Wang, said the inclusion of the hotel in an apartment tower especially in a top location like Sydney CBD would raise its value.
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"In Melbourne there are so many apartments but Sydney's supply shortage and stable rents are more attractive to an investor," he told Shanghai United.
Shanghai United, which is backed by 10 mainland developers, has gone from strength to strength since arriving on the Australian property scene just over a year ago.
Its latest acquisition is Sydney Double Bay's Intercontinental Hotel for $140 million.
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A Toorak mansion sold at auction two months ago for $19.1 million has resold to the underbidder at a reported $16 million after the original buyer failed to pay their deposit.
Businessman Craig Harwood and his wife Natalie, underbidders at the late May private auction, bought the newly built home from the developer Chris Holland.
Orna Ida, the wife of expatriate businessman Yoav Ida, lifted a caveat she had placed on the five bedroom property after the Abercromby's auction, records show.
The Australian Financial Review noted Ms Ida did not complete the purchase, or even pay the deposit, but by putting a caveat on the property she was able to delay the owner from selling
The May sale was nearly $5 million above the quoted pre-auction price range.
Harwood last year sold his security company Securecorp Australia and associated properties to Shanghai-listed China Security &amp; Fire for a reported $157.5 million.
 
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A four bedroom San Remo house has sold for $450,000 making it Sydney’s cheapest sale last weekend at auction.
It sits on the Central Coast, 90 minutes north of Sydney.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-san+remo-125907066">84 Katoomba Avenue</a>, the 575 sqm property is in close proximity to shops and public transport.
It last sold in 2003 for $225,000, doubling in price over the 14 years.
The property has new flooring throughout the living area and the there is also a combined kitchen/dining room.
The lounge room has its own air conditioning and ceiling fan.
There is the potential to create a granny flat STCA.
Other feature includes a single carport with drive through access to rear.
The property was offered through SORENSEN Real Estate agents Andrew Sorensen and Bruno Stramandinoli.
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Apartment buyers in more than 87 suburbs across Australia will find it harder to get a Citi mortgage given tightened lending criteria.
In a note sent to mortgage brokers at the end of July, Citi pinpointed 34 Sydney postcodes, 27 in Melbourne and 12 in Queensland where borrowers would have higher deposit requirements.
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Citi has imposed new lending conditions fearing high density "blackspots" face a surge in approvals.
Buyers in nearly 90 postcodes will require deposits of up to 35 per cent.
Investors also face tougher terms for cash-out loans, which enable a borrower to draw-down a property's equity, according to an update sent to the bank's network of mortgage brokers, obtained by The Australian Financial Review.
The black list is similar to previous lists of high density apartment inner city suburbs, but expands particularly in the western suburbs of Sydney and south-east suburbs of Melbourne.
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The global bank only has a small mortgage book in Australia but does have a high profile with offshore Asian investors.
Citi's analysts are warning the 20 per cent rise in private apartment approvals during June will increase the threat of over-supply as construction is completed.
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"The surge in approvals was heavily concentrated in Sydney, which is surprising given the tightening of lending standards and rise in lending to investors and interest-only occupiers," according to the bank's analysis.
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NSW
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Suburb
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Postcode
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Sydney
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2000
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Ultimo
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2007
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Alexandria
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2015
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Waterloo
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2017
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Rosebery
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2018
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Botany
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2019
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Mascot
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2020
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Bondi Junction
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2022
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Stanmore
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2048
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Greenwich
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2065
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Longueville
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2066
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Chatswood
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2067
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Ryde
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2112
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<td valign="top" width="126">
North Ryde
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2113
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West Ryde
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2114
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Epping
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2121
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Sydney Olympic Park
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2127
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Strathfield
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2135
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Enfield
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2136
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Concord
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2137
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Liberty Grove
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2138
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Homebush
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2140
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Granville
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2142
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Parramatta
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2150
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North Rocks
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2151
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Castle Hill
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2154
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Kellyville
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2155
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Canterbury
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2193
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Campsie
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2194
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Lakemba
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2195
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Marrickville
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2204
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Arncliffe
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2205
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Rockdale
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2216
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Hurstville
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
2220
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ACT
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Canberra
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2600
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City, ACT
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2601
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Narrabundah
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2604
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Braddon
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2612
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University of Canberra
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<td valign="top" width="64">
2617
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WA
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Postcode
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Perth
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<td valign="top" width="64">
6000
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<td valign="top" width="84">
East Perth
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
6004
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="84">
West Perth
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
6005
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="84">
Subiaco
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<td valign="top" width="64">
6008
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="84">
Claremont
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
6010
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="84">
Maylands
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
6051
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="84">
Victoria Park
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<td valign="top" width="64">
6100
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<td valign="top" width="84">
Perth Airport
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<td valign="top" width="64">
6105
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VIC
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Postcode
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Melbourne
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3000
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<td valign="top" width="126">
East Melbourne
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3002
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
West Melbourne
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3003
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
St Kilda Road
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3004
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Southbank
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3006
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Docklands
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3008
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
North Melbourne
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3051
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Melbourne University
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3052
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Carlton
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3053
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Princes Hill
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3054
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Sumner
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3057
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Collingwood
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3066
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="126">
Abbotsford
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3067
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="126">
Doncaster
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3108
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="126">
Doncaster East
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3109
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</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="126">
Richmond
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3121
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</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="126">
Hawthorn
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3122
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Auburn
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3123
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Box Hill
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3128
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
South Yarra
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3141
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Darling
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3145
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Dandenong
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3175
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
St Kilda
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3182
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="126">
Balaclava
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3183
</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="126">
South Melbourne
</td>
<td valign="top" width="64">
3205
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Albert Park
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3206
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<td valign="top" width="126">
Port Melbourne
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<td valign="top" width="64">
3207
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QLD
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Postcode
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Brisbane City
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4000
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<td valign="top" width="99">
New Farm
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4005
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Fortitude Valley
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4006
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Hamilton
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4007
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Albion
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4010
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Chermside
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4032
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<td valign="top" width="99">
South Brisbane
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4101
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Buranda
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4102
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Greenslopes
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4120
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Coorparoo
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4151
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East Brisbane
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4169
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<td valign="top" width="99">
Seven Hills
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<td valign="top" width="64">
4170
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SA
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Adelaide
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<td valign="top" width="64">
5000
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Citi is among the lenders that has increased funding costs for interest-only property borrowers.
Last year the NAB expanded its list of blacklisted suburbs
Earlier this year about 57% of Brisbane cranes were deemed located in areas that had been blacklisted.
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The 87 blacklist suburbs when it comes to Citi apartment lending 

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The Stockland Liveability Index has found the most important factors in creating a liveable city is for it to be connected, healthy, smart and affordable.
The index is based on the results of a survey of 2,500 people that was conducted between January and March 2017 in partnership with Colmar Brunton.
Findings and relevance to the future direction of our cities will be discussed at a special event hosted by the Committee for Sydney featuring land use expert Professor Christopher Leinberger, Greater Sydney Chief Commissioner Lucy Turnbull AO, Stockland CEO and managing director Mark Steinert, and co-founder of Roberts Day, Mike Day.
Mark Steinert, Stockland managing director and CEO, said they are delighted to partner with the Committee for Sydney and bring Professor Leinberger to Australia at a time when as a nation we are rethinking the future of our cities, with a strong focus on liveability.
“For communities to be liveable, they need to be smart, healthy, connected and importantly, affordable," he said.
"The powerful emerging market trend toward walkable urban development in the US is one we expect to see replicated in Australia, as our cities continue their strong growth trajectories.
“Capturing and applying the insights from research by experts such as Professor Leinberger will help ensure our growth story is a positive one for the people who live, work and visit our metropolitan centres.”
Professor Leinberger’s 2016 report, Foot Traffic Ahead, shows that: “For perhaps the first time in 60 years, walkable urban places (‘WalkUPs’) in all 30 of the [US’] largest metros are gaining market share over their drivable sub-urban competition — and showing substantially higher rental premiums.”
Tim Williams, Chief Executive of the Committee for Sydney said governments at all levels are accelerating their efforts to shape the future of our cities, with a focus on ensuring we have the right infrastructure and public amenities in place to make them sustainable and liveable over the long-term.  
Mike Day, Co-Founder of Roberts Day, said with Sydney suffering from the overlapping crises of health and affordability, a key step to transform Sydney is creating walkable places.
"Walkable places offer people safety, comfort and delight," he said.
"Benefits of a walkable Sydney include creating a true 30 minute city to address the fact people of Western Sydney are three times more likely to suffer from diabetes than their inner-city counterparts.
“The emerging equity issue Sydney needs to address is people’s proximity to walkable places.
"By giving priority to walkable places as the new missing middle of Sydney’s density done well discussion, the added value of improved health, happiness and productivity, means everyone benefits.
“The obesity statistics present a significant challenge facing the liveability of Australian cities. 
“Our research shows us that if we work with government and other key stakeholders to fast-track schools, parks, childcare, cafés and shops, we can have a profound impact on the liveability of our communities and the health of residents.
"The social imperatives for doing so is compelling and is supported by equally clear commercial ones.
“The Federal Government’s Smart Cities Plan, as well as State planning policies including the recently-released Greater Sydney Commission District Plans, reflect the importance of liveability measures.
“The unique perspective offered by our Liveability Index is the voices of more than 2,500 residents – from the ground up, sharing their experiences of what makes a community work well.”
The Stockland Liveability Index provides three key lessons for cities:
1.     Provide opportunities for community interaction:
<ul>
<li>Parks, cafés, walkways, schools, children’s playgrounds, cycleways</li>
<li>Build in technology, to connect communities from the outset and enhance customer experience</li>
<li>Create links with the natural environment</li>
<li>Community programs, like parents’ groups and exercise classes, for community connection and physical exercise.</li>
</ul>
2.     Introduce well-designed neighbourhoods:
<ul>
<li>Smart design, with places that are walkable</li>
<li>Carefully plan all new homes to be close to childcare, schools, retail, parks and playgrounds</li>
<li>Access to employment, transport and health facilities.</li>
</ul>
3.     Deliver infrastructure early, where possible:
<ul>
<li>Fast tracking key infrastructure such as playgrounds, schools, public transport, parks,</li>
<li>outdoor exercise stations</li>
<li>Proven to generate high levels of resident satisfaction and community pride.</li>
</ul>
A recording of the discussion will be available at <a href="https://www.sydney.org.au" target="_blank">www.sydney.org.au</a>.
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A celebrity dry cleaners on a corner block in Sydney's Rozelle is on the market for the first time in 50 years.
The property at 714-716 Darling Street, Rozelle goes to auction on 15 August 2017.
Robert Maher, Gunning Real Estate sales agent said the current owners purchased the property in 1964 as a dry cleaning business.
“The shop was a hardware store for many years before the mid '50s when the dry cleaners was established which has been running ever since,” he said.
“The current owners cared for the changing fashions through the 60s, 70s &amp; 80s, until they sold it in 1983 to the current operators.
“The dry cleaning business has served many celebrities over the years including Nicole Kidman to Joe Hasham.
“They cleaned the local mayors and the priests robes as well as theatrical and performance costumes."
Tom Speakman, Director of Gunning Real Estate said the shop has seen the suburb evolve from servicing wharfies to the affluent café culture it is today.
“The very tightly held location in Darling Street is again experiencing a rejuvenation and purchasers will benefit from the improving infrastructure and local amenity with the introduction of the WestConnex, the proposed Metro West Rail line and gentrification of Rozelle Park," he said.
“Long term capital growth as a result of these improvements as well as its close proximity to the proposed new Balmain Leagues Club entrance and the foreshore redevelopment make this an attractive property.
“There is an excellent opportunity to value add and reposition the asset in order to unlock additional floor space and rental income.
“Being on a corner position, with 48 meters of street frontage there are a myriad of potential redevelopment options for the 381sqm site."
The property at 714-716 Darling Street, Rozelle goes to auction on 15 August 2017 at 10.30am at AuctionWORKS, 50 Margaret Street, Sydney unless sold prior.
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Celebrity dry cleaners hits the market in Sydney's Rozelle

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A four bedroom Park Orchards Victoria home has been listed for between $3.3 million to $3.6 million.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property/37-39-gosford-ct-park-orchards-vic-3114" target="_blank">37-39 Gosford Court</a>, the 4046 sqm property has park-like gardens surrounding it.
It features a floor plan consisting of living zones, sitting room, formal dining and an area with a full bar.
There are also open plan meals zone that includes a kitchen with stone benchtops, Bosch appliances and huge butlers pantry.
It features four bedrooms including a master bedroom with its own ensuite and walk-in robe.
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There is also a one bedroom, one bathroom apartment with its own kitchen and living zone as well as mezzanine room that can be used for a variety of things.
Outdoor features include an alfresco area with wraparound decking as well as an in-ground pool and spa.
Built in 2013 the block of land was last sold in 2010 for $942,000.
The property is offered through Hoskins agents Peter Moulden and John Hoskins.
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Four bedroom Park Orchards house listed for between $3.3 million to $3.6 million

A trio of Queensland property groups have unveiled plans for a $300 million mixed-use redevelopment of the former Noosa Bowls Club site, a proposal that would deliver more than 200 new homes in one of the Sunshine Coast's most supply-constrained markets.

Kilter Property, Frank Developments and Calile Malouf Investments are behind the plans for the 1.8-hectare site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-noosa-drive-noosa-heads-qld-4567">99 Noosa Drive</a>, which would transform the long-vacant site into a new residential precinct featuring 208 apartments, retail, hospitality and public space.

The proposal comes as Noosa continues to grapple with housing affordability and a shortage of permanent accommodation, particularly for key workers. The site's location in Noosa Junction, close to shops, public transport and employment, aligns with the direction of Noosa Council's Housing Strategy, which encourages higher-density housing within established activity centres rather than continued urban expansion.

The draft plans include 48 affordable-by-design apartments and 48 rooming accommodation units aimed at key workers. Around 2,000 sqm of ground-floor retail and food and beverage space would activate the street frontage, alongside a new public town square and landscaped open space.

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Frank Developments Founder and Director Frank Licastro said the development would continue the company's focus on architecturally-led residential projects while addressing one of the region's biggest challenges.

"Not only will this project exude a sense of luxury, it will also enhance not only the built environment but also the surrounding community," Licastro said.

"Noosa's success relies on the people who live and work here. Providing well-designed accommodation for key workers is critical to supporting the local economy and ensuring the Shire can continue to thrive."

Kilter Property Co-Founder Huw Williams said the focus was on delivering additional permanent housing while creating a mixed-use destination that benefits both residents and the wider community.

"Our focus is on delivering a well-considered mixed-use project that provides more permanent housing options, supports local workers and businesses, and delivers an exceptional product for the local market," Williams said.

"The redevelopment vision aligns with the long-term evolution of Noosa Junction as a vibrant activity centre, creating a destination that enhances the area's character while delivering significant economic and community benefits."

Calile Malouf Investments, best known for its role in Brisbane's James Street precinct and The Calile Hotel, will bring its place-making experience to the project. The company recently commenced construction on The Calile Noosa hotel and says the residential development will complement its growing investment in the region.

CMI Director Cal Malouf said the aim was to create a walkable precinct combining housing, retail and hospitality while remaining true to Noosa's character.

"We see a similar opportunity in Noosa to deliver a vibrant, walkable destination that combines exceptional housing, hospitality and retail in one integrated project," Malouf said.

Brisbane-based Cavill Architects has been appointed to design the project.

Joel Robinson

Noosa Bowls Club to be redeveloped into mixed-use apartment precinct

One of Brisbane's last major riverfront redevelopment opportunities has taken a significant step forward, with Lendlease selected as the Queensland Government's preferred development partner for the former Visy site in South Brisbane.

The seven-hectare industrial site, positioned between South Bank and West End and 1.3 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, will be transformed into a mixed-use precinct expected to deliver more than 4,000 new homes alongside extensive public open space and riverfront parkland.

The project is one of the largest urban renewal opportunities currently planned in Brisbane and is expected to play a key role in accommodating the city's growing population ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Plans for the precinct include a network of riverfront promenades and boardwalks, new public plazas, parkland, amphitheatre-style gathering spaces and shared pedestrian and cycling links designed to reconnect the long-isolated site with the Brisbane River.

The Queensland Government is targeting delivery of the first homes and key public spaces before the 2032 Games, allowing the precinct to begin contributing new housing and public amenity well before the broader masterplan is complete.

The redevelopment is also expected to support more than 3,000 jobs across planning, construction and ongoing operations.

For Lendlease, the appointment adds another major urban regeneration project to its Queensland portfolio. The developer has operated in the state for more than 70 years and has delivered a number of large-scale mixed-use precincts in partnership with government.

Lendlease Development CEO Claire Johnston said the project represented one of Brisbane's most significant redevelopment opportunities.

"The transformation of the former Visy site represents a rare opportunity to reimagine one of Brisbane's most significant riverfront locations, deliver thousands of much-needed homes, and create long-term legacy," Johnston said.

"In partnership with the Queensland Government, we have the opportunity to create a new riverside destination that will help shape Brisbane's growth and how people experience the city for decades to come.

"This is exactly the type of large-scale, city-shaping development that will provide lasting benefits for Queensland, bringing together housing, jobs and world-class public spaces."

Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Jarrod Bleijie said the riverfront transformation would deliver a thriving new community precinct.

“The Crisafulli Government is delivering this golden opportunity to unlock a riverfront jewel for all Queenslanders,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said.

“This is a once-in-a-generation moment to reshape a significant slice of Brisbane and deliver lasting benefits – thousands of new homes, and public spaces for all Queenslanders to enjoy well beyond the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games – unlike Labor’s plan which would have delivered zero benefits and zero new homes.

“Queensland is well and truly open for business and through partnership with the private sector, we are accelerating delivery while ensuring strong housing, community and economic outcomes."

Early works on the precinct are expected to commence in April 2027.

Lendlease selected to deliver transformative South Brisbane riverfront precinct

Eddy Haddad's <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/level-33">Level 33</a> is levelling up its approved Wollongong development, as the coastal city south of Sydney continues to prove popular in the high-density development space.

Level 33, a longtime developer in the Wollongong area, has gone through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority to upsize its approved two-tower development on the corner of Crown Street and Gladstone Avenue, just 100 metres from Wollongong Station.

The developer currently has approval for 252 apartments across two buildings rising to 19 storeys. It is now seeking approval for 33 and 38-storey towers that would deliver 467 apartments, including 67 affordable homes.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bka-architecture">BKA Architecture</a>, the development would comprise apartments above a three-level podium with around 1,100 sqm of retail space, along with basement parking for 448 vehicles.

According to the Urban Design Report by BKA, the proposal has the capacity to "reinforce the precinct's identity by strengthening links between health, education, and transport services, while also contributing to Wollongong's ongoing evolution as a key regional centre."

Wollongong is somewhat in vogue. Between Level 33 and Urban Property Group, the two developers have several thousand apartments planned across the city.

Level 33 is currently delivering Easterly Wollongong, one of its most boutique projects to date with just 21 high-end apartments, as well as Atchison &amp; Kenny, a 329-apartment development due for completion later this year.

The developer plans to redevelop the 13,088 sqm WIN Grand megasite into <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/crown-square-216-238-keira-street-wollongong-nsw-2500">Crown Square</a>, a new $500 million precinct with nearly 600 apartments. It also has more than 900 apartments planned for the former Bunnings Warehouse site at the intersection of Gipps and Flinders streets.

Urban Property Group is also playing a major role in the city's transformation. Its five-tower Keira Place precinct will deliver more than 800 homes, and it has recently lodged plans for a further 300 apartments near Wollongong Station.

First look: Level 33 upsizes Wollongong apartment towers

Just a week after filing plans for the final stage of its major Keira Place masterplan, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> has unveiled another significant housing proposal in Wollongong, this time targeting a prominent site opposite North Wollongong Station.

The developer has lodged a State Significant Development Application for a 38-storey mixed-use tower at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/4-4a-flinders-street-north-wollongong-nsw-2500">4-4A Flinders Street</a>, around one kilometre north of the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/keira-place-wollongong-120-122-smith-street-wollongong-nsw-2500">Keira Place precinct</a> currently taking shape on the edge of the CBD.

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Designed by Studio.SC, the proposal comprises a 38-storey mixed-use development containing 303 apartments, including 45 affordable housing units, alongside 174 co-living residences. The scheme also includes ground-floor retail space, extensive landscaping and public domain improvements.

Studio.SC noted in the proposal it "outlines a vision for a landmark transit-oriented mixed-use development centred around North Wollongong Station, designed to support the city’s future growth while responding to the NSW Government’s housing and planning reforms."

The architecture firm said the proposal responds to the opportunities and constraints shaping future growth within the 400-metre catchment of the station and represents "a coordinated and future-focused approach to urban intensification, contributing to the long-term evolution of North Wollongong as a connected, walkable and high-density station precinct."

The site occupies a strategic corner bounded by Flinders Street, Station Street, Stafford Street and the Princes Highway, directly opposite North Wollongong Station.

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The proposal follows Urban Property Group's recent submission for the second and final stage of Keira Place, which would deliver a further three buildings comprising 657 homes opposite Beaton Park. It builds on the first stage, which features 150 apartments across two towers and recently commenced construction.

Urban Property Group CEO Patrick Elias said breaking ground on the first stage marked a significant milestone for Wollongong and reflected the developer's long-term commitment to regional cities.

"Today's groundbreaking is about turning approvals into homes and moving quickly to deliver much-needed housing in Wollongong's city centre," Elias said.

"Keira Place will provide a diverse mix of homes close to jobs, transport and services, while setting a high benchmark for quality, durability and consumer protection."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/urban-property-group-unveils-trio-of-towers-for-next-stage-of-new-wollongong-precinct-keira-place">Urban Property Group unveils trio of towers for next stage of new Wollongong precinct, Keira Place</a>

First look: Urban Property Group plans next major Wollongong tower

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/arada">Arada Australia</a> has wasted little time expanding its ambitions in Campsie, lodging plans for a second major project in the rapidly transforming town centre just months after unveiling its three-tower One Campsie proposal on Beamish Street.

The UAE-backed developer has now taken aim at one of the suburb’s most strategically positioned sites, filing a State Significant Development Application for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/10-north-parade-campsie-nsw-2194">33-storey mixed-use tower</a> at 10 London Street and 43 North Parade, directly opposite the future Campsie Metro Station. The proposal is currently on public exhibition and represents another significant vote of confidence in Campsie's emergence as one of Sydney’s key transit-oriented growth centres.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, the development would deliver 156 apartments above a podium containing retail and commercial space, creating a new residential and commercial gateway to the town centre. The scheme also includes a four-level above-ground parking podium and a dedicated residential amenity floor featuring wellness and recreation facilities. At least 10 per cent of the apartments would be allocated as affordable housing for a period of 10 years.

The proposal occupies a 1,631 sqm site bounded by London Street, North Parade and Dispensary Lane, immediately adjoining the future Metro station precinct and just metres from Beamish Street’s retail and dining strip. According to the Urban Design Report, the project seeks to deliver "a great place that prioritises human-scaled experience and provides spatial improvements to the area."

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Woods Bagot describes the tower as a key marker within Campsie's next phase of growth.

"Located directly opposite the new Campsie Metro Station on North Parade, 10 London Street is a thoughtfully composed 33-storey mixed-use tower that contributes to the ongoing transformation of the town centre," the Architectural Design Report states. The report says the project is intended to provide "high-quality homes within a vibrant, connected urban environment, while helping define Campsie's future skyline."

A strong emphasis has been placed on the public realm. The ground floor incorporates over 500 sqm of retail space and active frontages along both London Street and North Parade, while the podium is wrapped by extensive landscaped planting intended to soften the building's scale and strengthen the pedestrian experience. The development would also widen surrounding footpaths and improve connections between the Metro station and the broader town centre.

Above the podium, residents would have access to more than 1,400 sqm of communal amenities, including a pool, gym and landscaped recreation spaces. A distinctive green-wall treatment extending across four podium levels forms a major architectural feature, helping differentiate the project within the emerging high-density precinct.

The tower's design is closely tied to the broader Campsie Town Centre Master Plan and the arrival of Sydney Metro. The Urban Design Report notes the proposal "directly supports the Campsie Town Centre Master Plan by delivering new homes in a location explicitly identified for growth, improved accessibility, and high-quality urban renewal." It adds that the project contributes to the master plan's vision for a strengthened town centre supported by thousands of new homes around the future Metro station.

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The application follows Arada Australia's recently lodged One Campsie project at 124–142 Beamish Street and 16–18 Ninth Avenue, where the developer is seeking approval for 346 apartments across three towers rising 24, 32 and 39 storeys. Together, the two proposals would cement Arada Australia as one of the most influential developers shaping Campsie's future urban form.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-arada-files-for-trio-of-apartment-towers-in-campsie-town-centre">First Look: Arada Australia files for trio of apartment towers in Campsie town centre</a>

Arada Australia entered the Australian market in 2024 and has rapidly assembled a significant development pipeline across Sydney. Alongside its Campsie holdings, the developer is soon to launch <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/wattle-green-2-fishburn-crescent-castle-hill-nsw-2154">Wattle Green</a> in Castle Hill, and has expanded its local operations following its acquisition of construction firm Roberts &amp; Co.

Located around 14 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, the site sits at the centre of one of Sydney's fastest-changing middle-ring precincts. The Metro conversion of Campsie Station, combined with Canterbury-Bankstown Council's master planning framework, is driving significant residential intensification around Beamish Street and North Parade, with thousands of new homes expected over coming decades.

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