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Robina Group is preparing for a busy start to the year, with its Vue Terrace Homes posting $8 million of sales in just eight weeks to wrap up 2020, marking one of the biggest sales periods in the community’s history.

Located on Vue Boulevard in the heart of Robina on the Gold Coast, Vue Terrace Homes is also catching the eye of local and interstate investors, with the community boasting zero rental vacancy and a waiting list of tenants.

Robina Group recently put the finishing touches on the final stage in Vue, meaning all three bedroom plus multi-purpose room terraces in the gated community are now complete and ready to move into.

First home buyer, Sam Grima, was among the latest purchasers to secure his place at Vue and said he had found the ‘perfect location’ to call home. The 27-year-old engineer, a born and bred Gold Coaster, said rather than renting he had been living with his parents and saving for his dream home

“Vue is the perfect location and, as a structural engineer, I also love its architectural design," Mr Grima said

Robina Group development manager Darrell Irwinsaid local downsizers and upsizers had been leading the charge with recent sales, but noted there had also been strong interest from first home buyers in Robina.

“Vue is one of the few communities with completed homes on offer anywhere on the Gold Coast –and the central suburb of Robina is particularly sought-after –so that has been driving significant interest from those wanting to move straight into anew home,” he said.

Mr Irwin said across the board, purchasers were attracted to the architectural design, with all details including orientation, natural lighting, views, breezes and privacy considered.

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The three bedroom homes each feature generous living spaces, 2.5 bathrooms, dedicated study and media space, storage, a spacious and secure courtyard, high-speed internet connectivity and access to a resort-style pool and recreation deck.

On top of that, they offer a place in Robina, close to major public transport, hospitals, schools, universities and shops and at the doorstep of the expansive new Robina City Parklands, set to become the city’s central park.

Vue Terrace Homes are priced from $629,000.
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 Vue Terrace Homes is catching the eye of both local and interstate investors, with the community boasting zero rental vacancy and a waiting list of tenants

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Queensland's Vue Terrace Homes see $8 million in sales in 8 weeks

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Luxury and convenience collide at M-City, a sophisticated master planned ‘mini city’ that’s poised to make a statement on Dandenong Road in Clayton. You’ll have the world at your doorstep with grocery stores, bars, restaurants, and more amenities located within walking distance.

Comprising 460 residences spread across ten floors and four buildings, this project is the brainchild of architect Buchan Group and developer Saraceno Group. The buildings’ exteriors are sure to attract attention from passersby as residences have been designed with grand, linear forms with timber elements complementing the glass and soft grey metal facade. Access to residents private balconies have perforated screens and offer a smart design feature that allows residents to control the amount of sunlight flooding into the home.

Apartments come in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations, in which residents can choose between warm and smokey or neutral and subdued colour palettes as well as large floor plan townhouses.

Amenities for M-City residents include -

- A community childcare centre.

- A luxury outdoor pool.

- Landscaped gardens and lawns

- Children’s playground

- A tennis court

- BBQ facilities with an outdoor firepit

- A state of the art gymnasium

- On hand pharmacy

M-City isn’t just a residential precinct, it is one of the most exciting Schiavello mixed-use developments in Melbourne with an Office and 5 star International Hotel tower atop a new communal shopping centre anchored by Kmart, Woolworths and Village Cinemas. The new centre development will comprise 60 specialty retail stores and ground floor restaurant and cafe options with a medical centre.

Located close to Monash University, M-City is situated in the lively and vibrant hub filled with some of the best minds in the country for medicine, engineering, the arts and business. Melbourne CBD is just a short 20 minute train ride away accessing the finest in boutique shopping, dining, entertainment and employment opportunities.
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One, two and three bedroom apartments on offer at Schiavello’s M-City.

Exciting mixed-use precinct, M-City reimagines Clayton

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Situated right on Dandenong Road, Peddle Thorp-designed 1060 Carnegie offers a fantastic opportunity for you to buy into a coveted neighbourhood, surrounded by thriving existing amenity.

- Architecturally-designed by Peddle Thorp

- The 173 residences rising up the tower feature considered design, with generous floor plans, floor-to-ceiling glazing and natural timber flooring.

- The apartment kitchens boast luxurious top-of-the-line appliances, stone benchtop and spacious island benches.

- Located on the ground floor of the 1060 Carnegie building is an allocation for retail, cafes and office space

- Open-plan living areas flow seamlessly to your private balcony, creating a perfect summertime living space

- The building also features a spectacular sky garden on the rooftop, which offers expansive views of the city and beyond

- Live within a stone's throw to parks, thrift stores, Carnegie Library and plenty of popular restaurants and cafes for you to explore.

- 1060 Carnegie is also situated just five minutes from Australia's favourite shopping centre, Chadstone – which is home to over 600 retailers, and over 80 high-end fashion boutiques.

- The building also features a spectacular sky garden on the rooftop, which offers expansive views of the city and beyond

Brought to you by Fortune Property Group, 1060 Carnegie is a well-priced development that won't be on the market long. Secure your 1- or 2-bedroom home today by requesting a call from a sales consultant via Urban.
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Peddle Thorp-designed residences in Carnegie selling now from just $459,000

Designer 1060 Carnegie homes are available now

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These three and four bedroom townhouses offer contemporary living with stylish interiors and meticulously landscaped gardens. You'll love coming home to your new Churchill Townhouse, fully equipped with everything you need in one of Melbourne's most desired pockets of the south-east. Nestled in an exclusive area of Melbourne's established south-eastern corridor, Churchill Townhouses are only 20km from the city centre. With an abundance of local amenities, including world-class shopping experiences, you'll feel right at home.

Learn, work and play in a community that continues to offer its residents 5-star living and an endless list of amenities accommodating every member of the family.

A further benefit to the location of Churchill Townhouses is that they are positioned within a sea of educational options. You'll be spoiled by your choice at Churchill, with Monash University, Wesley College, Ashwood Secondary and Mount Waverley Heights all just moments away.

Modern aesthetics expand across the living area, with a combination of contemporary interiors featuring Tasmanian Oak hardwood floors, square set cornices as well as bi-fold doors opening onto a large alfresco and landscaped garden. These 2-storey townhouses provide a perfect balance between living and sleeping quarters. The kitchen, dining and laundry areas are all on the ground floor, followed by 3 well-sized bedrooms on the first floor. Pending on which plan you choose, you'll also be provided with either a guest room or study on the ground floor. Each townhouse features a 2-car garage as well as adequate space for all of your storage needs.

Churchill Townhouses are only 20km from the city centre. With an abundance of local amenities, including world-class shopping experiences, you'll feel right at home.

Urban's three favourite things about Churchill Townhouses, Chadstone:

Spacious townhouses with landscaped gardens.

Located within moments of Chadstone Shopping Centre.

Surrounded by leading schools and parklands.
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You’ll love coming home to your new Churchill Townhouse, in the heart of Chadstone. Subject - Only 20km from the city centre.

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ONE16 is a brand new boutique collection of townhomes in Surfers Paradise. The Z Group development will feature 20 apartments, spanning across 16 levels. The tower also includes eight four-bedroom skyhomes and two luxury penthouses which occupy two levels. 

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<li>Whether you buy a 3-bedroom home or a penthouse, each apartment is generous – averaging from 195 - 206 square metres in floor space. </li>
	<li>The interiors of each property are stylish and modern, with the latest mod cons and an open-plan layout. Floor-to-ceiling glazing captures the spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from Coolangatta to North Stradbroke Island. </li>
	<li>The on-site amenities include a gymnasium, pool and owner's lounge, for residents to enjoy whenever they like. </li>
	<li>Spectacular ocean views from each apartment</li>
	<li>Generous floor plan configurations, including 3-bed, 4-bed and penthouse skyhomes</li>
	<li>All homes come equipped with two secure car parks plus additional lockable storage.</li>
	<li>Great location within walking distance to fantastic Surfers Paradise amenities</li>
	<li>Located at 116 The Esplanade, the apartment building is situated across the road from the beach and the David Evans Reserve. </li>
	<li>The properties are also within walking distance to Cavill Avenue Mall, all the popular Surfers Paradise restaurants and venues, and some of Queensland's best schools. </li>
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To learn more about ONE16, reach out to a sales consultant via Urban today to request a brochure or a viewing of the display home.  
 
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Opulent designer homes at ONE16 are selling now

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Designed by award winning architects SJB, Polo Collection comprises 275 luxury apartments with grand proportions across four striking buildings, set amongst tree-lined boulevards, and neighbouring the newly created Rosebery Park.  
Dynamic and elegant, the buildings incorporate various forms of materials including bricks, tiles, timber and steel mesh which pays homage to Rosebery’s industrial past and interacts with the surrounding landscape. Overlooking Rosebery Park to the east, and west over Sweetacres Park, these residences have been designed to capture the green vistas through floor to ceiling glass windows.

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Polo Collection presents an assortment of only 15 luxurious, contemporary four bedrooms, north facing terrace homes designed by renowned architects, Tribe Studios. Characterised by meticulous attention to detail and expansive floorplans with the benefits of living within a vibrant master-planned neighbourhood. 
Get to know the blossoming Rosebery scene. Just around the corner you can experience a delicious day out with Saporium satisfying all of your culinary desires. Here, greengrocers, butchers, bakers, coffee roasters, restaurateurs and many other proud purveyors put their finest produce on show. Housed in a revived warehouse in The Cannery Rosebery, Saporium is a place where producers and shoppers come together. A place where everyone shares their passion for great-tasting food and drink. 
Pedestrian and bike-friendly paths and streets lead you to the visionary new Green Square retail, leisure and transport hub linking you to the CBD in under 10 minutes. From Green Square station, it’s 5 minutes to the CBD, the harbour and Sydney airport. One train stop to Central and two stops to Town Hall, this is now one of Sydney’s most connected inner-city villages.
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Polo Collection is your chance to treat yourself to something special

<html><body>Sitting proudly on Scarborough Beach Road overlooking the ocean is The Residence. Located approximately 11 kilometres north-west of Perth's Central Business District, and 1.5 kilometres east of the Indian Ocean, The Residence is surrounded by nature and the convenience of accessibility. 
Comprising 14 exclusive apartments over 3 floors, topped with a spacious rooftop garden deck for the benefit of all residents, The Residence brings a community feel to residential living. 
The striking peaked roof embodies the form of a wave breaking on the shore and is designed to maximise natural light flowing into the central courtyard and to encourage ventilation across the development. 
With a variety of specifications on offer ranging from 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations, alongside individual courtyards and balcony spaces, no two apartments are the same – adding a tailored and unique appeal to this exclusive property offering. Balconies and courtyards lead effortlessly out from living spaces, providing the perfect backdrop for relaxing on the couch, and the space for entertaining family and friends. 
Residents can expect premium materials and finishes, including quality fixtures and fittings, high ceilings with floor to ceiling windows streaming light into all living spaces and stone bench tops. 
Every architectural detail has been considered, from the window orientation to the extensive landscaping throughout, ensuring that residents in every apartment enjoy the beauty of coastal living at its very best. 
Scarborough Beach is a renowned beachside suburb, home to WA’s famous beach culture and laid-back lifestyle, whilst offering all the latest amenities. A recent $100 million revitalisation of Scarborough Beach has restored the area to its former glory, creating a vibrant all-ages hub of eateries, shops and entertainment, all year round. 
Award winning architects, The Fratelle Group, have put together the initial designs which include quality fixtures &amp; fittings, high ceilings, stone bench tops, double glazing for sound attenuation and private underground parking with rear land access. 
On-site parking for residents consists of a fully automated Lift and Slide Car Stacker with private entry via the lower ground level floor off Pingrup Lane. A total of 18 car parking spaces is on offer, with 2 bays for visiting guests. 
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Thoughtfully designed apartments overlooking the Ocean, 11 kilometres of Perth CBD

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A Singaporean tourism developer has snapped up a vacant site in Albany as Lots 1&amp;2 Frenchman Bay Road sold for $1,050,000 following a successful campaign.

The two combined lots were zoned for tourism use and offered a total 3.2594 ha site area, with Lot 1 occupying 1.8987 ha, and Lot 2 occupying 1.3607 ha.

The property was marketed and sold by Ray White Commercial (WA) Senior Property Advisor Brett Wilkins and Hotels, Tourism and Leisure Advisor Phil Zoiti.

“The land is unique in relation to its location and views and is close to a number of attractions including Whale World, the Salmon Holes, and the Torndirrup National Park. The site is currently vacant and has planning approval in place for development of 24 accommodation units - together with a caretaker’s residence and café,” Mr Wilkins said.

Mr Zoiti said, “Investment sentiment is positive for regional tourism assets - whether it be bricks and mortar or development sites - which is indicative of the market in 2019 and before the COVID-19 pandemic."

“Whilst there was a temporary setback with COVID-19 back in March 2020, we have seen a strengthening of the sector - especially in the accommodation and caravan park markets - in both visitor nights and spend. "

“Overall, enquiry levels for regional hotel and tourism assets has increased tenfold in the past six months with investors looking to buy in key tourism areas such as Kununurra, Broome, Carnarvon, Shark Bay/Denham, Kalbarri, Dongara, Bunbury, Margaret River/Busselton, Albany and Esperance,” he concluded.
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The tourism developer snapped up a vacant site in Albany as Lots 1&2 Frenchman Bay Road sold for $1,050,000 following a successful Ray White campaign

Singaporean developer purchases Albany tourism site for $1.05 million

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Helping Australians get into a home of their own and supporting tradies’ jobs are both key priorities for the as we build a comeback from the COVID-19 recession, according to the Morrison Government

The Treasury's latest figures released today show, that as at 31 December 2020, over 75,000 households have applied for a HomeBuilder grant, with 80 per cent of applications to construct a new home.

Tradies and home buyers in every state and territory has benefitted from these HomeBuilder applications;

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Source: Australian Treasury
</figcaption></figure>As a key driver of our comeback, the Treasury estimates that HomeBuilder will now support up to $18 billion of residential construction projects.

HomeBuilder was designed immediately to inject confidence and encourage buyers back into the market to offset the devastating effects of the pandemic on the residential construction industry.

On all counts HomeBuilder has achieved this objective and kept hundreds of thousands of tradies in work who would have otherwise been facing the unemployment queue.

To maintain this momentum in Australia’s economic comeback, the Morrison Government has announced HomeBuilder will be extended until 31 March 2021.

For all new build contracts signed between 1 January 2021 and 31 March 2021:

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	<li>The property price caps for new builds in New South Wales and Victoria have been increased to $950,000 and $850,000 respectively.</li>
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In addition, the construction commencement deadline has been extended from three months to six months for all eligible contracts signed on or after 4 June 2020.

Extending HomeBuilder ensures there a steady pipeline of construction activity through to 2022.

<h2>Three Victorian developments eligible for the HomeBuilder Grant:</h2>

1. The Docklands Residences

Address: <a href="/buildings/the-docklands-residences-3-43-waterfront-way-docklands">3-43 Waterfront Way, Docklands VIC 3008</a>

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The Docklands Residences will sit atop a brand new 8-floor Marriott Hotel, and residents will be able to enjoy the use of 5-star hotel amenities, including a spectacular infinity pool, gym, sauna and spa, as well as Marriott’s hotel services such as room service, concierge and housekeeping.


The development will include 200 hotel rooms and 88 limited oversized residences, with enviable aspects of the water, city and Bolte Bridge.

With construction almost complete and settlement taking place in January 2021, few residences still remain, now selling from $693,000. 

2. 661 Chapel Street

Address: <a href="/buildings/661-chapel-street-661-chapel-street-south-yarra">661 Chapel Street, South Yarra VIC 3141</a>

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661 Chapel St comprises spacious one, two, three and four bedroom residences across 30 magnificent floors. A soaring private lobby spanning four levels features a gallery-like space filled with renowned artworks, and six-star hotel-like amenities on the ground floor and level six all combine to deliver the ultimate luxury lifestyle experience. 
Due to the unique location, 661 Chapel St’s uninterrupted views can never be built out. These sweeping views encompass not only the iconic river, but also Melbourne’s CBD, impressive night or day, bay views to the south, and the greenery of the park-like campus of Melbourne High School.


There are one bedroom and two bedroom apartments available from $546,000 and $798,000 respectively.

Developed by Gamuda Land, it was designed by bird de la Coeur architects and is under construction by Crema Constructions.

3. Moreville

Address: <a href="/buildings/moreville-12-18-napier-street-footscray">12-18 Napier Street, Footscray VIC 3011</a>

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Designed with exceptional quality at the forefront, Moreville brings together 41 stunning 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments by the banks of the Maribyrnong River. High-end features and finishes are standard, with sleek monochrome tones, floor-to-ceiling windows and endless finely curated details. At the pinnacle, a spectacular rooftop terrace showcases sweeping city views with communal entertaining and gym facilities for residents.

A premium development embedded in Footscray’s heart, walking distance to its thriving centre, growing business hub and the vibrant market precinct, while cafes and retail will also feature on the building’s ground floor. Set in a quiet tree-lined street just 500m from Footscray train station, with direct freeway access nearby and the CBD just minutes away.

Two bedroom apartments in the development start at $525,000.

All of these developments also have deluxe residences for sale with prices over the HomeBuilder Grant threshold.

Further reading:

<a href="/news/save-15-000-until-march-2021-what-the-homebuilder-grant-extension-means-for-off-the-plan-property-purchases" target="_blank">Save $15,000 until March 2021: What the HomeBuilder Grant extension means for off-the-plan property purchases</a>

<a href="/guides/buy-now-save-20-urban-listings-eligible-for-the-25-000-homebuilder-grant">Buy now and save: 20 Urban listings eligible for the $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant</a>

<a href="/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-australias-25-000-homebuilder-grant-how-much-off-the-plan-homebuyers-could-save">Everything you need to know about Australia's $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant + how much off-the-plan homebuyers could save</a>
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As at 31 December 2020, over 75,000 households have applied for a HomeBuilder grant, with 80 per cent of applications to construct a new home

Victoria leads the HomeBuilder-based recovery with over 25% of new home construction

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Australian homeowners are skeptical about receiving unbiased advice from a bank when it comes to refinancing a home loan, according to research commissioned Mortgage Choice.

The research reveals two out of five (38%) homeowners are either in the process of refinancing or are considering making the move to a new loan.

However, 53% of homeowners are wary that if they speak to a bank they won’t be advised if they could get a similar or better home loan deal elsewhere. One in two (49%) homeowners feel that banks don’t always have their best interests at heart.

High levels of trust for mortgage brokers 

The survey results confirmed that a significant majority (94%) of Australian homeowners say they trust the loan recommendations made by a mortgage broker.

For half (55%) of the respondents surveyed, the number one benefit of partnering with a mortgage broker during the refinancing process is professional support comparing loan options, rates and features. For 45% of refinancers, a mortgage broker streamlines the process, “saving time and hassle”.

“Faced with what can be an overwhelming choice of home loans, homeowners want to be confident they are making the move to a loan that will improve their financial wellbeing through a lower rate, improved loan features, or both," Susan Mitchell, CEO of Mortgage Choice said.

“While banks can provide information on their own product suite, they do not have an in-depth understanding of competitors’ products. That is why I urge borrowers in the market for a better deal to engage the help of an experienced mortgage broker to learn what other options they have,” she added.
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Mortgage Choice found 53% of homeowners are wary that if they speak to a bank they won’t be advised if they could get a similar or better home loan deal elsewhere

Australians are skeptical about receiving unbiased refinancing advice from banks

Malaysian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> is the latest to jump into St Leonards booming Transport Oriented Development precinct.

The developer, which has previously delivered Sapphire by the Gardens apartment development in Melbourne, identified the Atchison Street site in 2023. It filed a Scoping Report around 12 months ago, and now has revealed the designs for the new&nbsp;40-storey mixed-use tower.

The State Significant Development Application covers <a href="https://next-portal.urban.com.au/projects/14650/summary">20-22 Atchison Street</a>, a 1,374 sqm site positioned between St Leonards Station and the new Crows Nest Metro station.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the project would deliver 181 apartments, above a four-storey commercial podium, five basement levels, and new public domain works along Mitchell Street. The apartment mix comprises 35 one-bedroom apartments, 39 one-bedroom-plus-study apartments, 85 two-bedroom apartments, and 22 three-bedroom residences.

The proposal has been lodged as a shop-top housing development under the NSW Government’s TOD planning pathway, which allows increased density around key transport infrastructure. The site sits within the recently rezoned Crows Nest Accelerated TOD Precinct.

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SP Setia acquired the Atchison Street site as part of its continued expansion into the Australian apartment market. In comments made to City &amp; Country (The Edge Malaysia) in 2023, SP Setia President and CEO Datuk Choong Kai Wai described the acquisition as “a strategic move” aligned with the group’s post-pandemic market recovery strategy.

“Our target for this exceptional development is local and overseas buyers, including first-home buyers, downsizers and investors,” Choong said.

The tower has been designed as a slender vertical form rising from a mixed-use podium, with COX Architecture positioning the development as a response to the evolving St Leonards and Crows Nest skyline.

“The purpose of the project is to facilitate the delivery of high-quality housing at a strategically located site and deliver a built tower outcome that is consistent with the desired future character of St Leonards and aligns with the TOD controls,” the design report stated.

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The podium would incorporate retail uses fronting Atchison Street, commercial tenancies, landscaped communal areas, and pedestrian improvements along Mitchell Street. Vehicle access and loading would be consolidated via Atchison Lane.

Residents would have access to more than 665 sqm of communal indoor and outdoor spaces, while the development proposes 96 parking spaces across five basement levels.

The proposal also includes a commitment for 10 per cent of residential floor space to be allocated toward affordable housing through a monetary contribution.

COX said the tower form responds directly to the emerging high-density character of the precinct while seeking to maximise solar access, cross ventilation, and outlook from apartments.

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“The building is orientated towards north,” the Apartment Design Guide compliance report noted, adding that the tower’s slim form was driven by the constrained inner-urban site dimensions.

The design also incorporates landscaped setbacks and communal open space at podium level, intended to soften the interface with surrounding streets and improve pedestrian amenity.

The project adds to a growing wave of redevelopment proposals reshaping St Leonards and Crows Nest following the opening of the Sydney Metro City line and the NSW Government’s push for higher-density housing around major transport nodes.

Last week Stockland filed plans just down the road. They want to build a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/601-pacific-highway-st-leonards-nsw-2065">52-storey tower on Pacific Highway</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-stockland-plans-52-storey-538-apartment-st-leonards-tower">First look: Stockland plans 52-storey, 538-apartment St Leonards tower&nbsp;</a>

Joel Robinson

First look: SP Setia targets St Leonards skyline with 40-storey TOD tower

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> has revealed plans for a new mixed-use tower at 10 Dangar Street, Wickham, advancing a proposal that would reshape the southern gateway to Newcastle’s city centre with one of the city’s tallest residential buildings.

The State Significant Development proposal, now on exhibition, seeks approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bowline-10-dangar-street-wickham-nsw-2293">43-storey tower</a> immediately adjacent to the Newcastle Interchange. The project would deliver around 200 apartments, including 42 affordable housing dwellings, alongside 99 co-living units, a 171-room hotel, retail space, and new public domain integrated through the site.

The scheme marks a significant escalation of plans previously approved for the site. Urban Property Group took over the prominent 2,904 sqm parcel, where excavation and demolition had already commenced under an earlier consent for a 14-storey mixed-use development.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, the tower has been conceived as a landmark transit-oriented development anchored to the Newcastle Interchange precinct. The proposal includes 245 build-to-sell apartments across a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as two penthouses. Fifteen apartments and one operational unit are earmarked for NDIS housing. The co-living component would add a further 99 units, while the podium would accommodate retail uses and hotel facilities.

SJB said the site presents “a valuable opportunity to anchor the precinct by setting the standard for design, active ground planes and character at the key southern gateway.”

The architecture responds directly to the site’s position beside major transport infrastructure and within one of Newcastle’s fastest-evolving urban renewal precincts. The tower form sits above a sculpted podium designed to frame new public spaces, including a through-site pedestrian link connecting Station Street to Hannell Street, landscaped plazas, and activated retail edges.

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The design report describes the project as part of the broader transition of Wickham into “a vibrant, high-quality mixed-use urban precinct” that leverages proximity to the station, open space, and regional connectivity.

A detailed public art strategy has also been prepared for the development. The strategy positions the project as “a transit-oriented development of state significance at the gateway to Newcastle’s city centre” and outlines a series of integrated artworks responding to Newcastle’s industrial and transport heritage.

Creative Road’s curatorial framework for the project, titled Unveil, draws on “stratified surfaces, carved volumes, and light-filled apertures” while referencing Newcastle’s transformation from an industrial city into a contemporary education and technology hub.

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The proposal is being advanced through the NSW Housing Delivery Authority pathway after being declared State Significant Development in June 2025. The accompanying scoping report states the development aims to “maximise the site’s proximity to the Newcastle Interchange by delivering transit-oriented development” while increasing housing supply and affordable housing provision within the Newcastle LGA.

Urban Property Group’s plans align with the long-term strategic vision established under the Wickham Master Plan, which identified the interchange precinct as suitable for substantial uplift in height and density. The current proposal would significantly intensify that vision, positioning the tower among the tallest developments proposed for Newcastle.

The site sits immediately north of the Newcastle Interchange, bounded by Dangar Street, Hannell Street, and Charles Street. It is surrounded by a rapidly growing cluster of residential towers and mixed-use projects that have emerged following the completion of the light rail and transport interchange.

First look: Urban Property Group unveils Newcastle’s latest tower at Wickham interchange

Bottega House has completed settlement of a landmark riverfront site in Macquarie Street, St Lucia, representing its first major Brisbane development.&nbsp;

Positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River, the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/180-macquarie-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">premium site at 180 Macquarie Street</a> features uninterrupted river frontage in one of Brisbane’s most tightly held residential precincts.&nbsp;

The proposed development, currently under assessment with Brisbane City Council, has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/plus-studio">Plus Studio</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a> and will deliver a boutique collection of premium residences positioned specifically for owner occupiers and downsizers.&nbsp;

The residences are set to redefine luxury apartment living in the area, with a focus on architectural quality, refined finishes, landscape integration and elevated amenities including curated wellness facilities, resort-style pools and recreation spaces rarely seen in the local market.&nbsp;

Exclusive sales for the project will be led by Keenan &amp; Byrne, ahead of an anticipated launch later this year.&nbsp;

Bottega House Managing Director Nick Malloch said the project reflects the group’s ambition to deliver a highly curated residential offering within one of Brisbane’s most tightly held precincts.&nbsp;

“This is an incredibly rare riverfront opportunity and one we have approached with a long-term perspective,” Malloch said.&nbsp;

“Our vision from the outset was to create a boutique collection of residences that feel more like private homes than traditional apartments, with generous proportions, refined finishes and exceptional amenity throughout."

Malloch says there is a&nbsp;lack of premium owner-occupier stock of this quality in the market, particularly for downsizers wanting space, privacy and a true lifestyle offering without compromise.&nbsp;

"Demand is expected to be strong given the scarcity of premium riverfront opportunities of this nature within Brisbane’s inner-west."&nbsp;

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The arrival of the first piling rig officially marks the commencement of construction at SIERA’s new beachside apartment development, Exhale, in Northcliffe.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/exhale-surfers-paradise-8-enderley-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Exhale</a>, a glass-encased tower featuring 54 large-scale apartments at 8 Enderley Avenue, is SIERA’s third Gold Coast development. It follows the recently completed PIPIS Bilinga beachfront project, which achieved suburb-record prices, and the soon-to-be-completed Chevron Island development, Tapestry.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/siera">SIERA</a> Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson said the arrival of the piling rig represented a significant milestone for the development, which is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

Over the next month, around 260 piles are expected to be installed as work progresses on the basement structure. The building is anticipated to rise above ground level early next year, before unveiling its sculptural glass curtain wall, developed in collaboration with specialist façade engineers.

“The façade was designed to maximise panoramic coastal views while creating a distinctive architectural identity,” Thompson said.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Exhale will comprise just 54 two- and three-bedroom residences across 26 levels, a level of low-density living rarely delivered in this beachside pocket between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

The project has been conceived as a resident-only building, with no short-stay accommodation permitted. SIERA says the model is intended to appeal to long-term owner-occupiers rather than transient holiday demand.

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Residences have been designed with large-format layouts and expansive glazing, with most apartments featuring more than 30 metres of glass frontage to maximise natural light and ocean views.

The amenity offering spans two levels and centres on wellness and lifestyle, including a heated magnesium pool, sauna, yoga and Pilates studio, gymnasium, private dining facilities, cinema lounge, and dedicated surfcraft storage.

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More than half of the apartments have already sold. SIERA has also opened a sales gallery for Exhale at its Chevron Island commercial premises, near its Tapestry tower and the site of its second Chevron Island apartment development, which is slated to launch in early 2027.
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SIERA kicks off construction at Northcliffe tower Exhale

Local Little Bay residents, along with buyers from premium postcodes across Sydney’s affluent Eastern Suburbs, have dominated purchases in developer-builder Urban Property Group’s first Eastern Suburbs apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a>.

The $250 million coastal project, one of the first new developments in the area in several years, has proven particularly popular with downsizers, especially those from Coogee and Bondi. One Double Bay downsizer paid $4.7 million for a four-bedroom penthouse, setting a new local apartment price record in the process.

Buyers have been attracted to the combination of coastal tranquillity, premium design and amenity-rich neighbourhood living. The walkable village setting, along with proximity to three of Sydney’s leading golf courses, New South Wales Golf Club, St Michael’s Golf Club and The Coast Golf Club, has also been a key drawcard.

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Built across two low-rise buildings designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd">Hill Thalis</a> and set along a lush, landscaped green spine, designed by leading landscape architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia</a>, ESTE Little Bay offers a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences with interiors by Richards Stanisich.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> Sales Director, Tom McIvor said the response to ESTE has been "nothing short of extraordinary."

“Buyers have been quick to recognise ESTE as a rare opportunity to invest in a coastal sanctuary that offers both seclusion and connectivity to the heart of Sydney,” McIvor said.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">SRM Residential</a> Senior Director, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">Clayton Ross</a> said the local market has responded incredibly well, driven by ESTE’s exceptional location and the rarity it offers.

“We’ve seen strong interest from a variety of buyer groups, all of whom are drawn to the exclusivity and quality of the build and construction by the 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder / developer, Urban Property Group. There’s truly nothing else like it along Sydney’s coastline.”

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The project also includes robust buyer protections, including Resilience Insurance’s Latent Defects Insurance, providing 10 years of structural cover, and an independent iCIRT-rating of the developer.

“The iCIRT-rating adds another layer of confidence,” Ross added. “Buyers see it as a safeguard for their investment and their lifestyle.” A highlight of ESTE’s offering is its exclusive wellness amenities, including a heated rooftop infinity pool and outdoor heated spa, a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre, and a sauna.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a> is topped out and is on track to complete towards the end of 2026, with residents moving in before Christmas.

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