Sekisui House Australia's $1 billion Norwest masterplan The Orchards is giving buyers the opportunity to live in one of the best locations in the thriving new suburb.

Norwest, which <a href="/new-apartments/norwest-nsw-2153">became a suburb in its own right in 2018</a>, is just over 30 kilometres northwest of Sydney and is well connected to the city with the Norwest Metro Train Station.

<a href="/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui's</a> fourth, most recent, and most prominent release at The Orchards is <a href="/new-apartments/the-orchards-i-veue-central-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Veue Central</a>. Veue Central follows stages <a href="/buildings/the-orchards-lumia-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Lumia</a>, soon to be completed, as well as the completed <a href="/new-apartments/the-orchards-imperial-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Imperial</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/the-orchards-aire-baulkham-hills-104-fairway-drive-baulkham-hills-nsw-2153">Aire</a> stages.

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The Orchards masterplan has been strategically located just&nbsp;800 metres from Norwest Metro Train Station. Residents will also have easy transport links to the Hills District and Sydney via the M7 and M2.

Designed by Crone Architects, Veue is built around a central garden connecting residents to parklands that extend from the eastern part of the site to the creek in the west.

Veue Central residents can indulge in a morning jog or bike around Norwest Marketown Lake's walking and bicycle tracks, or dog walks and family picnics in Horatio Park or Strangers Creek overlooking the lake.

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Across the Norwest Marketown Lake, just 600 metres from Veue Central, is the Norwest Business Park, which has grown into a full-service, self-sufficient area that serves as the location of a post office, banks, childcare centres, gyms, restaurants, bars and cafes.&nbsp;

The Business Park has grown to accommodate over 20,000 employees, with expansion expected to increase capacity to more than 35,000 workers.

The Business Park is also close to Norwest Marketown shopping mall, with a Woolworths, Coles supermarket and leading restaurants. Popular lakeside cuisine restaurants in the area are Italian restaurants Trevi Lakeside and Il Lago, Japanese restaurant Tokio Fans, The Seed Thai, and modern Indian restaurant Jheel.

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One of Australia’s best golf courses is also within an easy walk from Veue Central. The Castle Hill Country Club, nestled among 167 acres of open fairways and bushland, boasts a world-class par-72 championship golf course. The country club has also hosted significant golf events like the Australian PGA Championship. Members can golf, watch tournaments, or simply enjoy the extensive clubhouse amenities.

Families at Veue Central are within a five-kilometre radius of seven high schools and eleven primary schools, which include Bella Vista Public School, St Angela's Primary School, Glenwood High School and William Branwhite Clarke College.

When completed, Veue Central will be home to 210 apartments in the middle of The Orchards. Construction on Veue is expected to start in 2024, with completion slated for mid-2026.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/sekisui-house-australia-earn-4-star-icirt-rating">Sekisui House Australia earn 4-star iCIRT rating</a>

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Sekisui's fourth, most recent, and most prominent release at The Orchards is Veue Central

Staff Writer

How Sekisui's The Orchards masterplan is primed to take advantage of Sydney's growing Norwest suburb

Stones Corner might not have even been officially recognised as a suburb until 2017, but the inner-Brisbane pocket is expected to do even more than ride on the coat tails of the infrastructure boom in&nbsp;Woollangabba.

The small 60-hectare suburb with a population of around 2,500&nbsp;has been a popular suburb in recent years, particularly since the announcement of the 2032 Brisbane Summer Olympics. Developers have managed to secure land in <a href="/developments/stones-corner-qld-4120">Stones Corner</a>&nbsp;for a fraction of the price of larger sites in Woollangabba, which is helping them get to the construction phase of projects faster.

While the billions of dollars worth of infrastructure earmarked for Woollogabba will inherently benefit suburbs surrounding it, as well as of course the whole of Brisbane, Stones Corner has a number of its own infrastructure projects which will take the suburb to another level of desirability.

The Buranda Village Shopping Centre, albeit technically in Woollangabba but very much on the fringe of Stones Corner, was approved for a redevelopment to turn it into a&nbsp;mixed-use precinct with new build-to-rent and commercial towers, as well as a hotel and a number of bars and restaurants.

Definitely in Stones Corner is Stones Corner Village, which will to be redeveloped to incorporate a mix of residential and commercial uses. Two adjoining towers will be built above 3,000 sqm of retail, further enhancing Stones Corners' lifestyle appeal.

Set to take advantage of the Stones Corner boom is longtime Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a>, who are developing <a href="/new-apartments/stonebrook-stones-corner-10-flora-street-stones-corner">Stonebrook</a>, a nine-level, owner-occupier focused tower on the fringe of Hanlon Park, crowned Australia's best park in 2023.

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The builder developer, who is focusing on two, three and four-bedroom apartments in the building, is on track for a late 2024 completion of the development which could well sit in one of Stones Corners' best areas.

Future residents will have&nbsp;direct access to Hanlon Park, an ideal spot for a morning or evening walk or even cycle. Hanlon Park boasts a revamped children's playground, walking and riding tracks, and a natural waterway.

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Stones Corner Village, currently operating until its redevelopment, is a four-minute walk from the front door of Stonebrook, which coffee pit stops&nbsp;Lady Marmalade, Shady Palms, and Clove n Honey are even closer.

Come evening, dining and entertainment options abound, with highlights such as Crafty Fox Alehouse &amp; Kitchen or 5 Boroughs.

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For families, Stonebrook is within one kilometre of primary and secondary educational institutions such as Buranda State School, St James Primary School in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/coorparoo-qld-4151">Coorparoo</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/greenslopes-qld-4120">Greenslopes</a> State School, Narbethong State Special School, and Villanova College. The closest University of Queensland campus is two kilometres away.

Stones Corner is the perfect place for those seeking proximity to Brisbane CBD while enjoying the tranquillity of suburban living.

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Why Stones Corner is proving an attractive investment proposition

While the whole of Broadbeach is always in demand, there's a small pocket at the northern end of Broadbeach which is one of the most sought-after spots in the whole of the suburb.

It's so in desired for two reasons. The small area fronts Broadbeach Park, which means view lines over the 4.2-hectare park, both south and east looking toward the beach and the ocean, are protected.

Then there's also the draw of the park itself. It has the Broadbeach Bowls Club, which has been there since the mid 1950s, a number of sports fields which are home to Broadbeach United Soccer Club, and the <a href="/new-apartments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> Life Saving Club.

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There's also Broadbeach Community Kindegarten and a children's playground which draws the family buyer.

Longtime <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> apartment developer <a href="/developers/morris-property-group">Morris Property Group</a> knew the draw of being right on the park. That's why they secured an amalgamated 1,300 sqm site at 13-15 Armrick Avenue and designed a tower targeting the owner-occupier.

That tower is the recently launched <a href="/new-apartments/crest-broadbeach-13-armrick-avenue-broadbeach">Crest Broadbeach</a>, a 40-level tower designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/guida-moseley-brown-architects">Guida Moseley Brown</a>&nbsp;with&nbsp;182 large two and three-bedroom apartments and residential amenity in the form of a swimming pool, gym, lounge space and a communal barbecue area.

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Not only the draw of the park, Crest, when completed in late 2025, will be a three-minute walk east to Neilsen Family Park, a cherished icon for generations, offering a well-maintained playground and shade trees, right next to Broadbeach Beach.

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Towards the west lies riverside parks such as Surfers Paradise Rotary Park and Cascade Gardens, featuring picnic and play areas.

Residents can conveniently indulge in retail therapy with their pick of shopping centres and boutiques nearby, given Armrick Avenue is on the fringe of Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise. Just over a kilometre from Crest is The Oasis shopping centre which homes a&nbsp;Woolworths, boutique fashion stores and fast and fresh food shops.

For premier shopping, Pacific Fair, boasting 400 local and international brands and designer boutiques, is just a 10-minute drive from Crest, while The Star Gold Coast, a world-class entertainment precinct with a spa, bars and restaurants as well as the casino, is less than five minutes in the car.

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Discovering new cuisines, the best coffee in the area, and an eclectic bar and nightclub scene is convenient with some just within walking distance from Crest.

Starting with a cup of coffee and a bagel from highly-rated cafes like Metro Coffee, just beside Crest, and O Bagel, one block away.

The centre of Broadbeach homes some of the Gold Coast's most popular eateries such as&nbsp;The Lamb Shop, Mamasan, Maggie Choo, Koi Dining and Moo Moo.

Beyond entertainment and recreation, young families will also enjoy the proximity of Crest to several primary and secondary schools.&nbsp;

Some of the education options that are less than one kilometre from Crest Broadbeach are <a href="/new-apartments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Surfers Paradise</a> State School and Broadbeach State School, while <a href="/new-apartments/merrimac-qld-4226">Merrimac</a> State High School and The <a href="/new-apartments/southport-qld-4215">Southport</a> School are less than three kilometres away.

Crest presents as one of the first opportunities to buy brand new on Armrick Avenue in decades.&nbsp;

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Crest presents as one of the first opportunities to buy brand new on Armrick Avenue in decades

Why Crest Broadbeach sits in one of the Gold Coast's best pockets

UNIQ Bundall, the new riverfront townhouse development by Devlink, is really offering a point of difference in the Gold Coast off the plan market.

Situated on a prime site on Waterford Court, a small cul-de-sac street with just a handful of homes that front the river, UNIQ takes up an unrepeatable spot within a few minutes walk from the Gold Coast Turf Club.

The latest census data also shows how rare of a proposition UNIQ is.&nbsp;Less than 20 per cent of the dwellings in <a href="/new-townhouses/bundall-qld-4217">Bundall</a> are townhouses, the latest ABS data showed. Nearly 75 per cent are separate houses. A townhouse opportunity doesn't come along often, and an opportunity to buy brand only presents itself every few years.

The location is one of the most standout factors of <a href="/new-townhouses/uniq-bundall-2-4-waterford-court-bundall">UNIQ</a>.

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The collection of 22 three-level, four-bedroom townhouses, half of which feature a rooftop terrace looking across the Gold Coast skyline, is on the corner of Waterford Court and Racecourse Drive, making it a three-minute walk to the Turf Club, set for a $370 million redevelopment, and five minutes to the Southport Golf Club, one of Queensland's most prestigious private member clubs.

The townhouses are also only a 15-minute walk away from HOTA, the cultural home of the <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> and the restaurants of Thomas Drive on <a href="/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>.

Nestled next to&nbsp;Evandale Lake, a natural swimming pool, HOTA has undergone numerous upgrades and expansions as part of the Gold Coast Cultural Precinct 15 year master plan.

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HOTA is filled with local and international art exhibits as well as weekly fresh food markets, a cinema, restaurants, park lands, river ferry terminal, natural swimming pool, park run, comedy club and regular live concerts.

When the UNIQ townhomes are completed in late 2024, residents will be just across the water from a new lifestyle precinct which is currently in planning with the Gold Coast City Council.

The future Sunlight Lifestyle Precinct&nbsp;is a joint development between Aquis Australia and the Gold Coast Turf Club. The project will comprise eight luxury accommodation buildings across 1.8 hectares of land as well as a significant ground plane with a number of&nbsp;retail and commercial tenancies.

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There are a number of pocket parks within close proximity such as the Scenic Dog Park, directly accessed from UNIQ Bundall via a riverside path, Bob Huth Park and Poinciana Reserve.&nbsp;And for those who enjoy life on the water, a number of public boat ramps leading to the Nerang River are just minutes away.

Family buyers will be attracted to the nearby school network, with Ashmore's&nbsp;Bellevue Park State School, Saint Hilda's School and&nbsp;The Southport School all within close proximity. There's also higher education campuses of Griffith and Bond University.

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UNIQ Bundall: Unique townhomes in both location and availability

Arana Hills, a safe, unassuming suburb in Brisbane's north-western growth corridor in the Moreton Bay Region, continues to be a welcoming and affordable community amid Brisbane's booming price growth.

It's not often Arana Hills pops up in the same sentence as off the plan development, but JAM Group identified the suburb as somewhere they could develop something that catered for a wide variety of buyers.

They've been creating Nuovo, a multi-stage collection of modern townhouses, and they're now ready to release the next stage after successfully selling out the first.

Nuovo has been designed by Ceccato + Architects. Each of the 19 freehold terrace homes have four bedrooms, stone kitchen benchtops, FRANKE Appliances, Matt Black tapware, and zoned ducted air-con.

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While the small suburb spans just 362 hectares, with 20 per cent of that taken up by parks, there's a big difference between living north of the suburb, on the fringe of Bunyaville Close Reserve, and living in the south, where Nuovo sits.

Nuovo is located at 23 Leslie Street, just 800 metres from Arana Hills Plaza where there's an ALDI, Coles and Kmart, as well as a number of food and beverage options like Guzman y Gomez,&nbsp;The Cheesy One Pizzeria, Arana Court Chinese Restaurant and Grounds of Origin cafe.

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Families have been attracted to the suburb which has a number of parks, borders national reserves, and has its own, and is in close proximity to, a wide variety of schooling options like the&nbsp;Grovely State School, a TAFE campus

It's just 20-minutes from Nuovo to the city centre by car, while the Grovely transit station, which connects to the CBD in 20 minutes, is 1.5 kilometres away from Nuovo.

Residents of Nuovo will enjoy the proximity of Kedron Brook with its scenic bikeway, as well as plenty of birdlife and clean air in nearby Bruce Smith Park, Leslie Patrick Park, and The Hills District All Abilities Playground—a stark contrast to the smog and traffic noise often associated with CBD living.

The Keperra Golf Course and Westside Sports Club are also conveniently located just 10 minutes away, offering a variety of leisure facilities such as golf and tennis amenities, bowling alleys, pools, fitness classes, and regular golf competitions available with membership.

Nuovo will comprise 80 freehold townhouses when completed.

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Arana Hills: Brisbane's undiscovered suburb in the Moreton Bay Region

Downsizers and rightsizers were the most active buying demographic in the Melbourne off the plan market in 2023.

Anecdotal feedback, as well as research of <a href="/" target="">Apartments.com.au</a>&nbsp;data, showed over two thirds of enquiry in 2023 was to the next home buyer, as first home buyers and investors keep an eye on both the RBA's interest rate movement and potential buyer incentives offered by developers.

Some suburbs were more preferred by the next home buyer. We've taken a look at the most popular on Urban in 2023.

<h2>Southbank</h2>

Southbank's varied mix of apartment types, and its cultural vibrancy, make it one of the most sought-after suburbs across every buyer demographic.

Across the river from the CBD and home to some of Melbourne's most iconic apartment towers, Southbank always draws a crowd.

The Arts Precinct, Crown Entertainment Complex, and many dining options contribute to Southbank's allure for those looking to downsize without sacrificing proximity to urban amenities.

A number of projects have stood out in Southbank in 2023.

OSK Property's $2.8 billion Melbourne Square precinct has been particularly attractive, with both newly completed and off the plan opportunities. OSK has the final apartments in the completed East and West Towers on Kavanagh Street, as well as the recently launched BLVD which is slated for completion in 2026.

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Central Equity's completed FOCUS Melbourne is also proving popular with downsizers, no doubt aided by the fact it won the Victoria Apartment Complex of the Year (over $25 million) award at the 2023 HIA Awards.

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The 50-level building features one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and offers extensive resort-style facilities, including a theatre, heated pool, sauna, gym, and landscaped terraces.&nbsp;

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Innovative features like resident-only keyless entry, 24/7 concierge service, and secure parcel lockers add to the appeal for discerning downsizers and rightsizers.

Of course there's STH BNK by Beulah, the Southbank Boulevard twin-tower skyscraper development which has rocketed to over 80 per cent sold in less than 12 months.

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The game changing $2 billion landmark, which is soon to start its build, will home nearly&nbsp;700 apartments, as well significant health, wellness, and social facilities for residents, a Four Seasons Hotel Melbourne, and the country’s first innovative cultural centre for young people.

<h2>Armadale</h2>

With its leafy streets and heritage charm, Armadale remains a timeless choice for downsizers.&nbsp;

This suburb, known for its grand Victorian and Edwardian residences, offers a sense of refinement and boutique shopping along the High Street.&nbsp;

With easy access to public transport and green spaces like Union Street Gardens, Armadale provides an ideal balance between tranquillity and urban convenience.

Most new apartment developments coming onto the market in Toorak generally start at $2 million, targeting either the local downsizer or a downsizer from another neighbouring affluent suburb.

Given the suburb is dominated by families (over 60 per cent according to the latest census), there's been a minimal opportunity to secure new, or even near new, apartments built on this side, which makes Lendlease Development completed Toorak Park a rare proposition for those trying to enter the Toorak market.

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Topping as the most popular Armadale development with key strengths identified by the Urban Community as its floor plan designs, great location, and resident amenities, the 2.5-hectare project was designed in collaboration between Denton Corker Marshall and Carr Design Group.

A small number of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments starting from $520,000 have hit the retail market, having been secured by an investment fund when the project was complete.

The $500 million masterplanned 16-building project features extensive landscaping by landscape architecture by Tract. Open space makes up about a third of the development, which also features a bluestone plaza with a convenience store, cafe, and communal gardens.

There are extensive resident facilities, including a swimming pool and a gym.

<h2>Brighton</h2>

A perennial favourite for those seeking a beachside haven, Brighton continues to hold its ground as an appealing destination for affluent downsizers and rightsizers.&nbsp;

With its iconic bathing boxes, beachside cafes, and proximity to quality schools, Brighton offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle without compromising on amenities.

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Approaching completion is Martin Brighton, the luxury downsizer project by EBG Developments.

The striking Martin Street building of just 11 apartments has been popular with both local downsizers and those from Bayside looking to get into the Brighton market.

The architectural design of&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/martin-brighton-133-martin-street-brighton">Martin Brighton</a>&nbsp;is a testament to the expertise of the&nbsp;<a href="/architects/the-buchan-group" target="">Buchan Group</a>&nbsp;Architects, while the interiors have been curated by the renowned Miriam Fanning's MIM Design.

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Boutique townhouse developer Sloane recently launched 111 Carpenter, their price-conscious collection of townhouses near the station.

Sloane, led by longtime developer Adam Sloane, says the project is all about the location.

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"Brighton offers one of the best lifestyle offerings in Melbourne. There’s the beach, the parks, the café culture, cinemas, retail… it has it all.

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"I knew 111 Carpenter was a fantastic, central site for a townhouse project based on the tree lined streets, shops, schools and transport which are all at your door. It is the ideal spot to base your family and explore all that bayside has to offer."

Prices at 111 Carpenter start from under $2 million.

<h2>Brunswick</h2>

Brunswick's eclectic charm and artistic vibe make it a standout choice for downsizers looking for a more bohemian atmosphere.&nbsp;

This inner-city suburb is celebrated for its diverse cultural scene, boutique shops, and many eateries.&nbsp;

With a mix of traditional and modern residences, Brunswick appeals to those seeking a dynamic and inclusive community near the Melbourne CBD.

Mirvac's Prince &amp; Parade, strategically located on the fringe of Princes Park, has been popular since its launch in mid-2023, with both local downsizers and affluent young professionals showing interest.

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Prince &amp; Parade, designed by Bates Smart in collaboration with Mirvac Design and landscaping by Jack Merlo, features 166 one to four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

The fully electric building features a residents' lounge and dining room and a rooftop terrace with extensive panoramic views of Melbourne. A library and a wellness studio complete the private amenity spaces.

Positioned on Park Street, just four kilometres from the CBD and within walking distance of vibrant inner-north suburbs, Prince &amp; Parade is also conveniently close to Jewell and Royal Park Train Stations. Construction is slated to commence in early 2024.

<h2>Glen Iris</h2>

Tucked away in Melbourne's southeast, Glen Iris stands out as a peaceful oasis for rightsizers. Known for its tree-lined streets, parklands, and quality schools, Glen Iris offers a suburban retreat while maintaining accessibility to the city.&nbsp;

The Camberwell Junction shopping precinct and easy access to public transport contribute to the suburb's appeal for those seeking a laid-back yet well-connected lifestyle.

The latest apartment development in Glen Iris, GALERIE by LDS Property, has received positive feedback from the Urban community for its various floor plan designs, quality finishes, prime location, and value for money.&nbsp;

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The development features 29 one, two, and three-bedroom luxury residences, attracting downsizers and rightsizers with a limited-time offer of only a five percent deposit.

GALERIE is close to a thriving hospitality scene, eclectic cafes, and boutiques along Malvern Road and Glenferrie Road. The project has succeeded, with penthouses sold off-the-plan to a local downsizer who appreciated the high-end design and worked with the team to add bespoke features.

Two-bedroom residences at GALERIE cost $849,000, and three-bedroom apartments are priced at $1,159,000.&nbsp;

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Glen Iris has also seen the completion of a boutique development by Werden Property Group, 225 Burke Road.

Another boutique development with just 16 apartments, 225 Burke Road has three-bedroom apartments starting from $1.2 million, presenting an ideal downsizer opportunity. The two-bedroom apartments were snapped up pre-completion.

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Melbourne-based C.&nbsp;<a href="/architects/ckairouz-architects" target="">Kairouz</a>&nbsp;Architects designed the building with a robust façade, which gives way to warm, inviting, and minimalist apartments designed to cater to the needs of modern living with contemporary fixtures and finishes.

225 Burke Road boasts an enviable location within walking distance of High Street trams, shops, cafes, esteemed schools,&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/accolade-1532-1536-high-street-glen-iris">Glen Iris</a>&nbsp;station, and the M1 Freeway, which offers easy access to the rest of Melbourne.

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Downsizers and rightsizers were the main purchasers last year

Melbourne's top five suburbs for rightsizers and downsizers in 2023

Habitat Development Group's new $150 million Sunshine Coast apartment development St Clair, on the banks of Laka Kawana, is set to redefine waterfront living in the coastal hotspot.

Taking in the still water of Laka Kawana while also being just a bridge away from the sand of Bokarina Beach, St Clair offers its future residents the best of both worlds.

There's plenty of opportunity to take in the natural surroundings, with two lakeside parks, Central Boulevard Park and Southbank Park, and the Kawana Forest Bushland Reserve.

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Central Boulevard Park, adjacent to the east of the site overlooking the canal, features picnic and barbecue facilities and public amenities. The park, well-connected by pedestrian pathways, offers colourful play equipment shaded with sails and picnic shelters overlooking the water, making it an excellent spot for residents to spend a few hours enjoying the surroundings.

Four minutes east and over the bridge is Bokarina Beach, a patrolled, dog-friendly surf beach. Public amenities, playgrounds, and picnic facilities are available.

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The Kawana Forest bordering Birtinya offers a leafier adventure.&nbsp;The 957-metre-long Kawana Forest Walking Trail loops into remnant paperbark and eucalypt forest, showcasing diverse flora and fauna.

While being incredibly well connected to nature and peace and quiet, future St Clair residents will have an abundance of amenity on their doorstep.

Situated in the heart of the Sunshine Coast's Health Precinct, St Clair offers residents the convenience of being less than a five-minute drive from Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Stockland Birtinya Shopping Centre, dining, cafes, and entertainment options.

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The Sunshine Coast University Hospital is the first teaching hospital to open in Australia in two decades. Several restaurants can be found around the large medical establishment.&nbsp;

Some of the closest and highest-rated restaurants in the vicinity are Wildflower Kitchen, 86 Bangkok Street Food, Sushi Omoide and Cutting Edge Burgers.

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Heading north along Kawana Way leads residents to the new Stockland Birtinya, a 17,000 sqm shopping centre with Coles as a major anchor tenant, several mini-majors, specialist stores, and a food precinct with alfresco dining areas. Additional food and grocery options include ALDI, Boocock’s Quality Meats, Bakers Delight, Cellarbrations, Fresh Fruit Brothers, and Lake Kawana Jewellers.

The shopping centre also has more cuisine restaurants, such as On A Roll Sushi, Kebab Zone, and Malt Shovel Tap House for dining and takeaway.

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While no schools exist in Birtinya, the nearest government primary and secondary school is Kawana Waters State College in the neighbouring Bokarina. The college is close to the Kawana Sports Precinct, where residents are only within a four-minute drive of the Sunshine Coast Stadium and Kawana Aquatic Centre.

Green Beginnings, a daycare centre, and Kawana Waters Farmers Market are within this vicinity, directly across the lake from St Clair.

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Access to Nicklin Way, along with nearby bus stops and major highways, ensures residents stay well-connected to the rest of the Coast. Birtinya is just over an hour's drive from Brisbane CBD.

The first stage release of St Clair has already sold 50 per cent. Eligible homebuyers can take advantage of the First Home Owners Grant at St Clair,

Habitat Construction estimates completion in Q1 2026.

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On Lake Kawana and next to Bokarina Beach: St Clair's ideal waterside location in Birtinya

Something you can never change in real estate is location.

Property itself can always be changed, whether it's a knockdown rebuild of a house, or a full renovation of an apartment. One thing that can't be changed is location.

Developer Sitecorp secured a prime spot for its latest <a href="/new-apartments/blacktown-nsw-2148">Blacktown apartment development</a> <a href="/new-apartments/dara-41-43-kildare-road-blacktown">DARA on Kildare Road</a>, conveniently yet quietly set just off Balmoral Street, where Blacktown's Westpoint, one of Blacktown's two major shopping precincts, is located.

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Westpoint has over 260 retailers and food and beverage options, with the main retailers including Coles, Woolworth and Aldi, Kmart, Big W and Priceline. One of the HOYTS Xtremescreens is the largest standard cinema screen in the country.

Westpoint is next door to Blacktown Train Station, which will connect DARA residents to the city in under 40 minutes.

Blacktown is also home to Sydney's last remaining Drive in Theatre, the Skyline Drive In, a 10-minute drive from DARA. The site for the theatre is also home to Blacktown Markets every Sunday.

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Skyline is also next door to Raging Waters, one of Sydney's top water parks. For more family friendly attraction's there's&nbsp;Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Sydney Premier Karting Parlk, both also within a 10-minute drive from DARA.

Blacktown has a diverse cultural population, which is reflected in the dining scene. There's traditional Burmese food at Sun's Burmese Kitchen to African delights at Gursha Ethiopian Restaurant. Other culinary options include BT Korean barbecue, Radhe Chatpata House for vegetarian Indian, and Blacktown Chopsticks for traditional Chinese fare.

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Beyond the retail and culinary scene, residents of Dara will appreciate the proximity to parklands such as The Blacktown Showground and Joseph Frank Park, just a couple of hundred metres from its doorstep.

Designed by Urban Link, Dara comprises <a href="/news/nsw/why-the-latest-blacktown-apartment-development-offers-the-best-value-for-money-in-sydney">67 affordable apartments</a> in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations, including a limited selection of spacious garden apartments featuring expansive private courtyards.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/why-the-latest-blacktown-apartment-development-offers-the-best-value-for-money-in-sydney">Why the latest Blacktown apartment development offers the best value for money in Sydney</a>

Dara is currently in the construction phase, with completion anticipated in early 2025.

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Blacktown's most connected apartment development: How DARA's prime location sets it apart 

The landscape of Broadbeach is changing ever year.&nbsp;

Nearly two years ago I wrote a <a href="/news/qld/why-its-all-about-broadbeach-in-2022">piece about Broadbeach and its lifestyle and location factors</a> drawing both buyers and developers, with&nbsp;Mosaic Property boss Brook Monahan and CBRE Residential Gold Coast Projects Director Nick Clysdale explaining what it was about <a href="/developments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> that buyers and developers saw in the suburb just south of <a href="/developments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Surfers Paradise</a>.

Monahan put his money where he mouth was so to speak, securing two sites for his first two projects in the suburb, Marella by Mosaic and Lily by Mosaic, both of which have had huge sales success since launching.

Broadbeach has remained a top spot for developers since then, with a number of development sites transacting. There's a healthy mix of large scale, full-floor apartments for the more affluent buyer, and higher density two and three-bedroom apartmens which cater to a wider market.

A number of projects are looking like they'll go ahead in 2024. We've taken a look at five developments which caught our eye.

<h2>Project: SOLA Broadbeach</h2>

<h3>Location: 158 Surf Parade, Broadbeach QLD 4218</h3>

<h3>Developer: Ature Group</h3>

The Queensland-based&nbsp;AtureGroup, well known for the popular fashion boutique Sabo Skirt and Zaco, will launch SOLA Broadbeach this year on one of Broadbeach's most popular streets.

SOLA, located at 158 Surf Parade, is designed to cater to owner-occupiers, comprising 20 three-bedroom apartments across 22 levels.&nbsp;

Designed by Prospect Apartment Architecture, the development focuses on high-quality architectural expression, orienting the building towards the east to maximise parkland and ocean views while ensuring privacy from neighbouring buildings.&nbsp;

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Each 200 sqm apartment includes three bedrooms, a multi-purpose room, and a kitchen with a butler's pantry. The master suite features an ensuite and a walk-in wardrobe.

Residents will also have access to several amenities on the podium level including a wellness zone with a mineral spa, ice pools, gym, steam room, a sauna, a covered indoor-outdoor swimming pool and a communal deck area.

The Kouzoukas family, signalling confidence in the project, plans to retain several apartments for extended family use.&nbsp;

To find out more about SOLA, <a href="/news/qld/first-look-sabo-skirt-family-file-debut-gold-coast-apartment-tower-on-broadbeachs-best-street">click here</a>.

<h2>Project: Chelsea Avenue, Broadbeach</h2>

<h2>Location: 42-46 Chelsea Avenue, Broadbeach QLD 4218</h2>

<h3>Developer: Amalgamated Property Group</h3>

Following the successful launch of Amaya Broadbeach at 30 First Avenue, Canberra-based apartment developer Amalgamated Property Group (APG) is expected to launch its second Broadbeach project in as many years.

They snapped up an 1,820 sqm Chelsea Avenue site from Raptis, who had approved plans for a 41-level tower designed by Archidiom.

APG has had DBI make some amendments, changing the apartment mix to make 148 two-beds, a number with a study, and 37 three-bed apartments.

The recreational amenities for residents will be situated on the fourth level, offering a range of facilities such as a swimming pool, residents' lounge, community living area with barbecue and outdoor dining space, gardens, gym, sauna, and a yoga/meeting room.&nbsp;

<h2>Location: 33-37 Armrick Avenue, Broadbeach QLD 4218</h2>

<h3>Developer: Armrick Developments Pty Ltd</h3>

Former footballer Scott Crow is expected to launch his debut Gold Coast apartment development in Broadbeach after securing approval for the 33-level apartment tower in December.

The tower across an amalgamated 1,750 sqm triple site at 33 Armrick Avenue will home 203 one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

Plus Architecture designed the tall, curved tower, with the intention of the design to embrace the sub-tropical coastal lifestyle of the Gold Coast.

The recreation level, located on the third floor of the podium, offers a range of amenities, including a gym, outdoor lounge with a fire pit, yoga deck, cold pools, a large pool, floating day beds, a spa, private cabanas, sauna and steam rooms, barbecue areas, and a bar nook.

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Apartment levels start from the fifth floor, with eight units per floor up to level 21. The upper levels of the tower feature a collection of sub-penthouses and penthouses.&nbsp;

Level 31 includes four sub-penthouses, each equipped with a master suite, additional bedrooms and bathrooms, a laundry room, a multi-purpose room, a butler's pantry, and an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space leading to a private outdoor area.

The development culminates in two mirroring two-storey penthouses featuring three bedrooms. The eastern side of the penthouses features a pool, sun deck, outdoor kitchen, barbecue area, dining space, and a fire pit.

The new tower will be located near Morris Property Group's Crest Broadbeach at 13 Armrick Avenue.&nbsp;

<h2>Project: Lusso Sky Homes Broadbeach</h2>

<h3>Location: 11 Anne Avenue, Broadbeach QLD 4218</h3>

<h3>Developer: Di Carlo Property Group</h3>

Brisbane-based Di Carlo Property Group is another who has development approval for their Broadbeach tower, Lusso Sky Homes.

Lusso, which means luxury in Italian, marks a return to the Gold Coast apartment market for the Brisbane-based developer.

The project at 11 Anne Avenue will comprise&nbsp;15 full-floor apartments designed by Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects.&nbsp;

The four-bedroom apartments offer over 200 sqm internally, complemented by a balcony of over 40 sqm.&nbsp;

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Alfie Di Carlo anticipates strong interest from local downsizers seeking spacious living without compromising on luxury and from interstate or Brisbane-based holidaymakers and weekenders seeking a high-end holiday home.

"We produce boutique, owner-occupier developments in Brisbane so we definitely wanted to stay in our lane and produce something that would service that type of buyer on the Gold Coast,"&nbsp;<a href="/developers/di-carlo-property-group" target="">Di Carlo</a>&nbsp;told Urban.

"Its a really nice pocket of the Gold Coast and it's always been on the agenda."

To read more about Lusso Sky Homes, click here.

<h2>Location: 155 Old Burleigh Road</h2>

<h3>Developer: Polycell Group</h3>

It might be ambitious for Polycell Group, developer of The Rochester in Broadbeach which is over 50% sold on Surf Parade, to get to the stage of launching their second Gold Coast apartment development on Old Burleigh Road.

Last year Polycell acquired 19 apartments in the Sandpiper building at 155 Old Burleigh Road, paying&nbsp;$15.5 million for the apartments from developer Peter Priest of Trenert.

The Sandpiper building was at the centre of a legal dispute earlier in the year when Trenert decided to abandon its plans to buy out the remaining owners, claiming that rival developers used confidential information to secure apartments and thwart the redevelopment.

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The 1,828 sqm site of the Sandpiper building is situated on the corner of Broadbeach Boulevard and Albert Avenue directly opposite Kurrawa Park, providing unobstructed views of the beach and ocean.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/exclusive-the-rochester-developer-polycell-locks-sights-on-next-gold-coast-apartment-project">Exclusive: The Rochester developer Polycell locks sights on next Gold Coast apartment project</a>

Broadbeach has remained a top spot for developers, with a number of development sites transacting

Joel Robinson

What to look out for in the Broadbeach off the plan apartment market in 2024

South Melbourne, one of the Melbourne's oldest suburban areas with well-preserved Victorian-era homes amidst cosmopolitan amenities, continues to evolve and revive itself into a melting pot of culture, heritage and contemporary living.&nbsp;

Nic Crema, head of <a href="/developers/crema-group">Projects by Crema</a>, wanted to bring something different to his Palmerston Crescent site, between three of Melbourne's best parks and conveniently located near St Kilda Rd.

The result is <a href="/buildings/the-eighth-south-melbourne-22-kings-place-south-melbourne">The Eighth</a>, a mixed-use development of commercial office space, 36 high-end apartments, a resident rooftop with swimming pool and bar, and a new holistic corporate wellbeing business taking up the whole of the podium level.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser and Kennon, the 18-level building has recently completed, welcoming its first residents over the Christmas break.

While South Melbourne is well known for its markets, The Eighth offers a different lens of <a href="/new-apartments/south-melbourne-vic-3205">South Melbourne</a>, while still only being a few kilometres from the hotspot which draws visitors from all across Melbourne.

The Eighth is in an ideal transport pocket, just off the bus stops on Park Street, a few hundred metres to St Kilda Road which runs in and out of the city, as well as the new Anzac Station which is expected to be a game changer for the precinct when it opens in 2025.

Convenience is at the foot of the building in the Palms Cafe and&nbsp;Beppi's Wine Bar on the ground floor. Coffee spots are plentiful nearby, with&nbsp;The Kettle Black and Albertchino Cafe just around the corner, while The Olive Tree, next door to The Eighth, is the perfect spot for seafood and steak. Another popular food option is Japanese bento at Oishii Tokyo, two minutes from the doorstep.

The Clarendon Street shopping strip, Coles, and The Clarendon Centre shopping mall are only a 15-minute walk down the road, while the famous South Melbourne Market is a 25-minute stroll away from The Eighth.&nbsp;

Homemade Donuts, Simply Spanish and other cuisine restaurants in South Melbourne's covered food market sit alongside fresh fruit and vegetable stores, butchers, seafood vendors, coffee shops, fashion boutiques, souvenir stores, and florists.

Residents can visit several sports centres, pet stores, Officeworks, salons, home goods stores, bars and eateries, knowing home at The Eighth is just a stroll away.

The Eighth offers three and four-bedroom apartments ranging from 128 to 256 sqm starting at $1.595 million, featuring an open-plan living, modern kitchen, stone baths and private lift access.

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