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Brisbane's Broadway Hotel in Woolloongabba will be the centrepiece of the $260 million neighbourhood mixed use redevelopment following a DA lodged with Brisbane City Council.
Majella Property Developments are set to redevelop  the 3420 sqm site, spanning 44 Balaclava Street and 85 &amp; 93 Logan Road, Woolloongabba.
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The DA proposes a multi-level apartment tower with a 262 one, two, three and four bedroom apartments as well as a three-level commercial and retail podium and 40 commercial sites.
The hotel, built in in 1890 and designed by John Hall &amp; Son was damaged by fire in 2010.
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Frank Monsour, Majella Group founder said some of the development profits from the apartment tower to restore the hotel which otherwise has been deemed to be economically unviable as a restoration project on its own due to the extensive damage suffered.
“Broadway will redefine this important precinct in Woolloongabba with heritage values central to the design," he said.
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“We are thrilled to be able to bring the Broadway Hotel back to life and develop a vibrant commercial precinct with food and dining central to the experience.
"We’re pleased to be bringing innovations to the Broadway development including centralised recycling, cutting edge Bloomframe windows and the largest automated car parking system in Australia.”
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The residential development will feature rooftop facilities for entertaining and meetings, pools and a spa. It is designed by Elizabeth Anderson of Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects.
Construction is expected to start late 2017 and be completed in 2019.
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Historic Broadway Hotel and tower to breath new life into Woolloongabba

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Crowd-funder DomaCom has 90 retail investors now holding a stake in a property in Victoria’s prime Western Districts pastoral land.
The 150-hectare property, Doyles is just outside Casterton near the South Australian border.
It is heartland prime beef cattle region with 11 paddocks of rolling high country fronting Lower Coleraine Road.
Prior to the contract to purchase the property the fund secured a local operator to be the tenant.
DomaCom’s head of property Jason Bennett said the purchased delivered a packaged opportunity to investors to enable them to invest into the rural sector.
"It is expected that investors will receive an estimated combined income and capital return of 10% per annum on their investment, based on historic returns, which is a significant improvement on bank interest," he said.
"More importantly they will have the ability to participate in the strong capital growth currently being experienced in the rural sector."
DomaCom CEO Arthur Naoumidis says the group is “enormously proud” to sign off on its first agriculture crowdfunding project, which has taken about two months to bed down.
“It’s our understanding that this is the first crowdfunding project for agriculture assets anywhere in the world.
"We knew from the Kidman bid that there was a thirst by ‘mum-and-dad’ investors to acquire agriculture assets, and we have been looking at other properties for quite some time.
"We have already more investors on our books looking to invest in this asset class, so we are confident that the Doyles deal is just the first of many.”
Elders’ Hamilton-based David Peardon, who handled the sale, said the first successful crowdfunding exercise to allow retail investors to collectively acquire an agriculture asset was an “exciting development” for the industry.
You can download an eBook from DomaCom on new smart ways to invest in agriculture, here.
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DomaCom investors sign off on first global agriculture crowdfunding deal in Victoria's Western Districts

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Mercer’s annual Quality of Living Survey has ranked Sydney 10th with Melbourne 16th.
The survey of 450 cities is a benchmark against New York to help organisations determine wages and conditions for their employees on overseas assignments.
A part of the survey concentrated on city infrastructure, Sydney making the top 10 followed by Perth (32), Melbourne (34) and Brisbane (37).
Lorraine Jennings, Mercer’s Global Mobility Practice Leader in Australia and New Zealand said Australian cities have been ranked amongst the best in the world due to our safety, culturally diverse, skilled local workforce and robust infrastructure which can be a key competitive advantage in trying to attract multinational companies, talent and foreign investments.
“The report provides a qualitative measure of living conditions around the world to enable organisations to apply relative incentives to motivate employees to accept foreign assignments, particularly in a compromised quality of living location," she said.
"The success factors for foreign assignments is attributed to ease of travel and communication, health considerations, the local political environment, personal safety and access to public services.
"Sydney’s strong endorsement on the City Infrastructure ranking was due to its high weighting under categories including variety of transport options, local and international connectivity and access to electricity and drinkable water which are essential needs of expatriates arriving in a new location on assignment.
"There is room for Australia to improve in the rankings though, with factors such as Melbourne’s traffic congestion and a nation-wide low score on availability of international flights and international schools contributing to perhaps lower-than-expected results."
Singapore led the charge in the city infrastructure ranking, followed by Frankfurt and Munich both in 2nd place. Baghdad (230) and Port au Prince (231) ranked last. 
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Ilya Bonic, senior partner and president of Mercer’s Career business said economic instability, social unrest, and growing political upheaval all add to the complex challenge multinational companies face when analysing quality of living for their expatriate workforce.
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"In uncertain times, organisations that plan to establish themselves and send staff to a new location should ensure they get a complete picture of the city, including its viability as a business location and its attractiveness to key talent,” he said..
New Zealand and Australia rank high in quality of living with Auckland (3), Sydney (10), Wellington (15), and Melbourne (16).
Only Sydney (8) makes the top ten when ranked for infrastructure in Oceania, with Perth (32), Melbourne (34), and Brisbane (37).
Singapore (25) remains the highest ranking city in the Asia-Pacific region, where there is great disparity in quality of living; Dushanbe (215) in Tajikistan ranks lowest.
In Southeast Asia, Kuala Lumpur (86) follows Singapore; other key cities include Bangkok (131), Manila (135), and Jakarta (143).
Five Japanese cities top the ranking for East Asia: Tokyo (47), Kobe (50), Yokohama (51), Osaka (60), and Nagoya (63).
Other notable cities in Asia include Hong Kong (71), Seoul (76), Taipei (85), Shanghai (102), and Beijing (119). There is also considerable regional variation in the city infrastructure ranking.
The highest-ranked city is Singapore (1), whereas Dhaka (214) is near the bottom of the list.
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Sydney places in top 10 in global Quality of Living Survey

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One Big Switch co-founder Lachlan Harris has quickly sold Glebe's historic The Retreat, just 11 months after his purchase.
He's flipped the property in some style, selling perhaps for $5.3 million, and easily exceeding expectations held by Andrew Liddell secured the BresicWhitney pre-auction sale.
Harris co-founded One Big Switch, one of the worlds largest consumer organisations, in 2011 after being an adviser to Prime Minster Kevin Rudd until 2010.
He bought the <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-glebe-124735514" target="_blank">1850s Georgian sandstone waterfront</a> for $4.85 million last April from John Scott, the partner of late antique dealer John Williams.
Williams paid stockbroker Tim Eustace $3.24 million in 2005.
It underwent a restoration by heritage architect Clive Lucas when it was owned by Glebe local and corporate adviser Charle Plumridge.
It comes with wine cellar and tasting room is wrapped in gardens and return verandahs and looks out to Rozelle and Blackwattle Bay.
Lucas/Stapleton &amp; Partners restored the four bedroom home. 
One Big Switch have nearly 800,000 households signed up to their new energy group discounts campaign.
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Glebe's historic home The Retreat sold

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A flexible residential Collingwood warehouse has been listed for sale.
Located at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-offices-vic-collingwood-502314994" target="_blank">1/9 Bryon Street</a>, the property has a divided open-plan upstairs area plus a ground floor containing a library, three rooms and marble kitchen.
It has a fit-out that has been created to adapt to the two levels of the property and features a large north-side courtyard and high industrial ceilings.
Other features includes two car spaces, polished concrete floor and light-capturing windows as well as kichenette and hydronic heating.
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The property is moments away from Gertrude Street, Fitzroy Gardens, trains, trams and the CBD.
Expressions of interest close on March 27 through Jellis Craig agent Simon Shrimpton.
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Converted Collingwood warehouse listed for sale

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Westpac Banking Corp chief executive Brian Hartzer says the RBA faces a difficult challenge.
They had to, on the one hand, support parts of the economy with low interest rates, while avoiding a housing price bubble, he told The Australian Financial Review's Chanticleer column.
Hartzer advised he does not believe Australia is in the midst of a housing asset bubble.
He says there is no evidence in Westpac's housing lending data that investors are buying houses for a "quick flip" to another buyer.
But he says Michele Bullock's recent comments highlight the need for action by local and state governments to ease the barriers to new housing development.
He thinks there needs to be co-ordinated policy action to fill the demand supply gap.
Hartzer indicated he was not a surprise to Hartzer on why Chinese nationals would want to live in Australia and take advantage of the high quality standard of living, including the education system.
He says foreign investment has been a feature of Australia for many years and continues to support the financing of new unit developments which, in turn, helps to resolve the lack of supply in the residential market.
Hartzer thinks the capital controls in China will eventually have an impact on the amount of money being invested in the Australian housing market.
Fresh data shows foreign buyers were responsible for purchasing about 11 percent of NSW homes, with Chinese buyers accounting for 32 percent of these buyers.
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There's no housing bubble: Westpac chief Brian Hartzer

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Canberra has the highest number of fresh properties being listed compared with 12 months ago, according to CoreLogic’s latest report.
The property data firm says that Canberra’s number of new listing rose by 48.8 percent, to a total of 903.
However it only has an increase of 4.6 percent for the number of total listings compared with a year ago.
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Hobart’s total listing declined 18.1 percent to a total of 1,868 despite an increase of 35.1 percent in the number of Hobart’s new listings.
However Melbourne has the highest increase of new properties in the last 12 months with a rise of 22.7 percent.
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Canberra fresh listings spike by 48 percent: CoreLogic

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A Brighton office/showroom is set to go under the hammer on March 23 with a price guidance of $2.35 million plus.
Located at 184-186 Bay Street, the property has 14 metre frontage situated on the southern side of the street between Cochranes and Ashling streets.
The property comprises a 310 square metre, ground floor premises, which is part of the boutique La Perla development.
The property comes with an underground self-parking system for 10 cars, a medical permit and has been fitted out with suites which are ready to occupy.
According to marketing agent, Teska Carson director, George Takis, the area has been the beneficiary of outstanding growth over recent years which had reinforced its status as a retail/commercial destination.
"The area has seen much residential and commercial development in recent times, driven by Melbourne’s strong population growth, and property owners in the area have been the beneficiaries,’’ Takis said.
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Brand new Brighton medical office set to hit the auction block

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A new office/warehouse warehouse located within the North Lakes Business Park, near Brisbane, has sold for $3.1 million just weeks after completion.
The 7 Flinders Parade property sold to Austraw, an Australian manufacturer and importer of barware accessories, in a deal negotiated by JLL’s Nick Bandiera.
The North Lakes Business Park is positioned alongside the Bruce Highway, one kilometre from the North Lakes Town Centre.
The property provides a total building area of 1,900 square metres situated on a 3,970 square metres allotment. The building offers a combination of showroom (100 square metres), office (186 square metres) and warehouse (1,614 square metres), split over two levels at the front of the building.
The warehouse is accessed via three container height roller doors, providing 8.4 metre internal height at the eaves, plus 36 on-site car parks.
Bandiera said the sale demonstrated strong acquisition demand for modern, freestanding facilities on the Northside.
“At over 55 hectares, and located within 30 minutes of the Brisbane CBD, the North Lakes Business Park is the premier business park catering to Brisbane’s northern growth corridor, catering for industrial, wholesale, retail and the high-tech industry,” he said.
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New warehouse  in Brisbane's North Lakes sold for $3.1 million

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A two level, freehold property at Malvern in Melbourne’s inner-east has sold for $1.32 million at auction.
A private Melbourne investor outbid five others for the 17 Glenferrie Road property, which had the same owner for 30 years.
The two level, 197 square metre building is on a 192 square metre site, with five metres frontage to Glenferrie Road and rear access to on-site parking. It is zoned Commercial 1.
According to marketing agents, Teska Carson’s Tom Maule and Adrian Boutsakis, they received more than 100 pre-auction enquiries from a mix of owner-occupiers, investors and developers, and 30 bids from a crowd of 60 plus.  
They claimed that the response reflected the high demand for properties in a tightly held precinct
“Glenferrie Road, and Wattletree Road, Malvern is a well-known and strongly performing retail precinct, including the David Jones and Woolworths anchored Malvern Central Shopping Centre, major banks, and national and international food chains, along with numerous restaurants and fashion boutiques,” Maule said.
“Properties on the market within this precinct, when they do become available, always attract a high level of interest from a broad range of buyers and this was no exception.”
Boutaksis said the property offered the potential for multiple tenants and dual income streams, in an location only seven kilometres from Melbourne CBD.
The property was sold with vacant possession.
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Glenferrie Road, Malvern commercial property sells for $1.32 million at auction

Builder-developer Scion is the latest to target Sydney's booming Hills Showground Metro precinct, filing plans for more than 100 apartments within walking distance of the station.

Scion has lodged a concurrent rezoning and State Significant Development Application for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/27-33-middleton-avenue-castle-hill-nsw-2154">27–33 Middleton Avenue</a>, where it plans to replace four existing homes with an 11 and 14-storey mixed-use development comprising 109 apartments, six affordable housing dwellings, and a ground-floor café.

Designed by BHK Architects, the proposal includes three levels of basement parking with 174 spaces, more than 1,200 sqm of communal open space, and extensive landscaping across the 3,791 sqm site.

The development has been designed as two buildings connected by a recessed wintergarden spine, with the 14-storey building positioned to the south and the 11-storey building to the north.

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The apartment mix has been weighted towards owner-occupiers, with 13 one-bedroom apartments, 55 two-bedroom residences, 31 three-bedroom apartments, six three-bedroom lofts, and four four-bedroom homes. Six apartments will be dedicated as affordable housing in line with the NSW Housing SEPP.

According to the Architectural Design Report by BKH, the proposal seeks to create "a place-responsive architecture" inspired by the natural landscape surrounding Cattai Creek, while strengthening the public domain through landscaping, active frontages and a neighbourhood café.

Atlas Urban, in its Urban Design Report, says the proposal takes a different approach to increasing density around Hills Showground Station by favouring a more slender, vertically articulated built form over a conventional mid-rise outcome. The report argues this allows for greater deep soil planting, improved solar access and a better public domain outcome, while still delivering additional housing close to rapid public transport.

The site sits around 500 metres from Hills Showground Metro Station, within a precinct earmarked for significant residential intensification following the opening of the Sydney Metro Northwest line. Planning documents accompanying the application note that Greater Sydney's population has grown by more than one million people since planning for the precinct first began, reinforcing the need to accelerate housing delivery around existing transport infrastructure.

Scion is expanding its development pipeline which also includes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/chatham-west-ryde-2-6-chatham-road-west-ryde-nsw-2114">Chatham in West Ryde</a>, 62 apartments which are approaching completion. They also have a State Significant Development Application with the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/96-anzac-avenue-west-ryde-nsw-2114">145 apartments on Anzac Avenue</a>, also in West Ryde.

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First look: Scion plots Castle Hill apartment development near Hills Showground Metro Station

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a>&nbsp;has unveiled its scaled-back plans for a pair of towers rising up to 49 storeys directly opposite Bella Vista Metro Station.

The builder-developer will deliver 674 apartments and a new mixed-use hub at the gateway to the station precinct.

The State Significant Development Application has been lodged under the Housing Delivery Authority pathway for the 6,979 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/9-11-mawson-avenue-bella-vista-nsw-2153">9-11 Mawson Avenue</a>, with the apartments sitting above a mixed-use podium. Initial plans were for closer to 900 apartments across two 40-storey towers.

Located around 30 metres from the Bella Vista Metro Station entrance, the development is intended to act as a catalyst for the long-planned Bella Vista Station Precinct, transforming a vacant site into a transit-oriented residential and commercial destination.

Planning documents describe the project as delivering "a high-density mixed use destination that combines housing, retail and community-serving uses in a highly accessible setting."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/turner-studio">Turner</a>, with landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia</a>, the project comprises 674 apartments, including 102 affordable housing dwellings representing 15 per cent of the residential floor space. The housing mix spans studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments, alongside a collection of townhouse-style residences integrated into the podium levels. The development also includes specialist disability accommodation and an elevated provision of adaptable and liveable housing.

The mixed-use podium has been designed to create an active urban centre around the Metro station, incorporating a 1,423 sqm supermarket, a 3,029 sqm gym, specialty retail spaces, a 100-place childcare centre and a publicly accessible "city room" community space. A secondary laneway, active frontages and landscaped public areas are intended to improve pedestrian connectivity through the site and strengthen links between the station precinct and surrounding neighbourhood.

In the project's design report, Turner said the proposal responds to Bella Vista's emerging role as a higher-density centre within Sydney's north-west growth corridor.

"The project transforms a strategically located site into a high-density mixed use destination that combines housing, retail and community-serving uses in a highly accessible setting," the report states.

"Active frontages, a publicly accessible city room, a secondary laneway and a mix of uses including a local supermarket, child care centre and gym create a more complete and socially useful urban environment for residents, workers and the wider community."

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Urban Property Group has been one of the busiest developers across Greater Sydney this year.

The developer is progressing around 1,000 apartments across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-urban-property-group-plans-next-major-wollongong-tower">two projects in Wollongong</a>, with several thousand more homes in the pipeline across Newcastle, Castle Hill, Little Bay and Penrith.

First look: Urban Property Group plans 674-apartment Bella Vista towers opposite Metro station

Burwood's southern town centre precinct is set for another major injection of housing, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/holdmark-property-group">Holdmark</a> unveiling plans for three mixed-use towers containing 900 apartments above new retail and commercial space.

The State Significant Development Application covers a consolidated 10,265 sqm site at 36-46 George Street and 16-26 Elsie Street, immediately south of Burwood's commercial core and within walking distance of Burwood Station, Westfield and Burwood Park.

The proposal comprises <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/36-46-elsie-street-burwood-nsw-2134">three mixed-use towers</a> ranging between 32 and 43 storeys.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc">Studio.SC</a>, the scheme is positioned as a significant extension of Burwood's evolving high-density centre. The project would be delivered across two interconnected development parcels, replacing existing commercial buildings and creating a new pedestrian-focused precinct linking George Street, John Street, Elsie Street and Railway Crescent.&nbsp;

The design report describes the proposal as "a contemporary response to this evolving urban condition," adding that it seeks to "reinforce George Street's role as a human-scaled, active street while contributing to the broader rhythm and grain of the town centre."

The development features a mix of residential, commercial and retail uses, with activated ground-floor frontages intended to strengthen pedestrian connections between Burwood Station, Burwood Place, Westfield and the wider town centre.&nbsp;

The proposal also incorporates extensive communal facilities, landscaped open space and new through-site links designed to encourage public movement across the precinct.&nbsp;

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Studio.SC said the project draws inspiration from Burwood Park and the area's mature tree canopy, with "warm, earthy tones and robust materials such as brick and sculpted concrete" used to anchor the buildings within their urban context.

The scale of the proposal reflects Burwood's growing role as one of Sydney's key metropolitan centres. Planning documents note the suburb's strong population growth, high apartment living rates and increasing transport accessibility, particularly with the future Burwood North Metro station expected to further strengthen the area's connectivity. The development is designed to capitalise on those transport links while introducing a substantial amount of new housing stock into the town centre.

Burwood is expected to see a development boom, with the NSW Government rezoning the Burwood North Metro Precinct, a move expected to deliver around 15,000 new homes surrounding the new station.

Earlier this month, Nascon lodged plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-nascon-targets-burwood-growth-corridor-with-112-unit-apartment-tower">100-apartment development on the edge of the town centre</a>.

Holdmark's broader portfolio includes plans for nearly 800 new homes at Macquarie Park, currently before the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority. The developer is also behind a significant portion of the Melrose Park masterplanned redevelopment, as well as the former Caddens Corner drive-in site, where around 500 homes are planned.

First look: Holdmark unveils 900-apartment, mixed-use precinct for Burwood town centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/hyecorp-property-group">Hyecorp</a> has completed construction of Audrey, its parkside apartment development in St Leonards South, becoming the first residential project within the St Leonards South Precinct to reach completion.

Residents are expected to begin moving into the Canberra Avenue development at the end of June, making Audrey the first opportunity for buyers to take up residence within the emerging precinct.

Positioned at the highest point on Canberra Avenue, directly opposite Newlands Park, the project enjoys protected parkland outlooks and district views that cannot be built out as the precinct continues to evolve.

Unlike many of the larger developments planned across St Leonards South, Audrey comprises just 102 residences, making it one of the more boutique offerings within the precinct. The smaller scale has enabled Hyecorp to place a strong focus on owner-occupier design, resident amenity, and long-term liveability.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, Audrey comprises a mix of three-bedroom apartments and a double-storey five-bedroom townhouse, with many residences positioned to capture views toward the Sydney CBD and Harbour Bridge. The project has been underpinned by a strong focus on design continuity, with Hyecorp working alongside interior designers <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/jackson-teece">Jackson Teece</a> and landscape architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/site-image">Site Image</a> to shape both the private residences and shared amenity spaces.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/audrey-st-leonards-13-19-canberra-avenue-st-leonards-nsw-2065">Audrey</a>’s interiors feature open-plan layouts, floor-to-ceiling glazing, oak timber flooring, bespoke joinery, and large-format stone finishes throughout the kitchens and bathrooms. Integrated Miele appliances, brushed metal tapware, and concealed cabinetry detailing were specified across the residences, reflecting Hyecorp's emphasis on quality and owner-occupier appeal.

The upper levels of the building are home to the Tiffany Collection, a premium offering occupying Levels 12 to 15. The residences include upgraded appliance packages, fluted standalone bathtubs, heated bathroom flooring, custom walk-in robes, and larger internal layouts ranging from 155 to 159 sqm.

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Backed by a 30-year legacy, Audrey reflects the experience of Hyecorp, an Australian family-owned developer with an award-winning track record across Sydney. As locals, Hyecorp understands the needs of local communities, creating homes and precincts designed for long-term liveability, connection, and lifestyle.

Despite its boutique scale, Audrey delivers an extensive suite of amenities typically associated with much larger developments. Residents have access to an indoor lap pool and spa, personal training studio, private cinema, music room, rooftop entertaining terrace, residents lounge, and private dining room overlooking the Sydney skyline.

The rooftop terrace and communal lounge spaces were conceived as extensions of residents' homes, supporting a lifestyle-focused environment that encourages wellbeing, flexibility, and community connection.

The project also incorporates a ground-floor café and an integrated daycare centre, adding to the growing mixed-use character emerging across the St Leonards South precinct.

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Audrey arrives as <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/st-leonards-nsw-2065">St Leonards</a> continues its transformation into one of Sydney's most strategically located urban renewal areas. The precinct's proximity to Royal North Shore Hospital and the broader health, research, and commercial corridor has made it increasingly attractive to medical professionals, healthcare workers, and owner-occupiers seeking housing close to employment and transport infrastructure.

Residents are within walking distance of St Leonards Station and the Crows Nest Metro, while nearby retail includes Mall 88, Forum Plaza, Woolworths, and the recently opened Coles supermarket. Nearby green spaces including Newlands Park, Gore Hill Oval, and Naremburn Park further reinforce the area's lifestyle appeal.

As the first completed project within the precinct, Audrey demonstrates the direction of St Leonards South's evolution, combining higher-density living with generous amenity, strong transport connectivity, and access to green space.

A limited collection of premium residences remains available, including spacious three-bedroom apartments, a four-bedroom townhouse and a selection of penthouses.

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Hyecorp completes Audrey, first project to welcome residents in St Leonards South Precinct

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.

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