<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> offers plenty of reasons to live vertically, but moving from a substantial family home into an apartment can expose the compromises of high-density living. Privacy, room for guests and usable living space tend to matter more when an apartment is intended as a permanent home rather than an occasional coastal base.

A typical residential floor at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-eveleigh-broadbeach-7-9-surf-parade-broadbeach-qld-4218">The Eveleigh</a>, on Surf Parade,&nbsp;contains just four apartments. The 94-residence development by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch &amp; Faigen</a> is predominantly made up of expansive three-bedroom homes, with a limited collection of half-floor penthouses above.

Across the apartment floors, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> has used the relatively limited number of residences to give each home greater access to natural light and outlook. Living spaces extend towards full-height glazing, while a series of bay windows frame selected views across the Pacific Ocean, city and hinterland rather than treating the building edge as a continuous wall of glass.

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“The apartment floors deliver a collection of homes that embrace controlled outlook via a series of bay windows deliberately framing moments of view,” Rothelowman Director Kim Lowman said.

From outside, those projecting forms contribute to the tower’s faceted profile. Strong horizontal and vertical elements establish its proportions, while the changing position of the sun alters the light, shadow and reflection across the façade throughout the day.

The same attention moves inside the apartments, where the material palette combines warm timber, natural stone, metallic detailing and softer curved forms. Kitchens sit within the main living zone, with stone island benches, integrated joinery and European appliances, before the living areas extend towards the glazing and the outlook.

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Three genuine bedrooms provide room to accommodate family and guests, while two secure car spaces and storage address some of the practical considerations that can become more noticeable when moving from a larger home. Feedback from the display suite has centred on the warmth and restraint of the interiors, with buyers commenting that the residences feel like homes rather than conventional coastal apartments.

A limited collection of half-floor penthouses occupies the upper levels, increasing the scale of the living spaces and adding private balconies and elevated finishes. From this position, the outlook extends between the ocean and hinterland.

Outside the private residences, The Eveleigh separates its shared spaces between the podium and rooftop. The podium is centred on wellness, with subtropical landscaping surrounding a swimming pool and pool terrace, yoga garden, private gymnasium, sauna and hot and cold plunge facilities. Landscaped retreats and pavilions provide additional places to sit away from the main recreation areas.

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Higher in the building, a rooftop pavilion and private dining suite sit alongside resident lounge, barbecue and outdoor dining areas, opening towards panoramic views across the ocean, city and hinterland.

“Buyers are no longer just looking for an apartment, but a lifestyle where they can relax, reset, and enjoy a balanced way of living,” Hirsch &amp; Faigen Director of Sales Matt George said.

Interest to date has come from established owner-occupiers and interstate lifestyle purchasers, including buyers planning a future move to the Gold Coast. Many are coming from larger homes and want to reduce ongoing maintenance without giving up space for family and guests, privacy, two car spaces or the ability to entertain at home.

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Much of that daily life can also take place beyond the building without requiring a drive. Kurrawa Beach and Pratten Park are an easy walk from Surf Parade, while Pacific Fair, Oracle Boulevard, The Oasis, restaurants, cafés, entertainment and public transport are also within walking distance.

The Eveleigh is Hirsch &amp; Faigen's fourth Gold Coast development since entering the market in 2021, following The Hemingway at Palm Beach, The Emerson at Kirra and Yves at Mermaid Beach. Each of the preceding projects sold out before completion.

“Broadbeach had been on our radar throughout our time operating on the Gold Coast,” the developer said. “Following our projects in Palm Beach, Kirra and Mermaid Beach, Broadbeach represented the natural next step for the business.”

The Surf Parade site brought together proximity to the beach, protected coastal outlooks and walkability to dining, shopping and recreation. Hirsch &amp; Faigen also identified the street as an emerging premium residential address, with enough separation from Broadbeach's busier destinations to retain a quieter environment at home.

The Eveleigh is now under construction by Maxcon, with completion forecast for mid-2028. Three-bedroom residences are currently available from $2.87 million.

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Joel Robinson

The Eveleigh brings house-like apartments to Broadbeach

A long-stalled Campbelltown development site is back in play, with new plans for 139 apartments set to supersede a mixed-use scheme approved almost a decade ago but never built.

The new proposal for 28 Cordeaux Street would deliver 116 market and 23 affordable apartments in a part 14-storey building, bringing a substantial new project into a Campbelltown market where new apartment supply remains limited.

Plans have been filed over the 3,092 sqm corner site at Moore-Oxley Street, around 600 metres from Campbelltown Railway Station and the city-centre retail core.

The site already carries a mixed-use residential approval dating to 2016. Doroch Architects has now been engaged on a larger replacement scheme, which is progressing as a State Significant Development Application following a Housing Delivery Authority determination in August 2025.

The apartment mix comprises 39 one-bedroom, 72 two-bedroom and 28 three-bedroom residences. Two-bedroom apartments make up just over half of the project, while three-bedroom homes account for 20 per cent.

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Of the 139 apartments, 23 will be delivered as affordable housing under the in-fill affordable housing provisions of the Housing SEPP. The affordable component represents 15 per cent of the residential gross floor area and will be managed by a registered Community Housing Provider.

Doroch has sought to break the scale of the building into two distinct elements, with a masonry podium of around four storeys establishing the street edge before the residential tower steps back above.

The corner position has shaped that approach. Cordeaux Street faces toward the commercial and civic centre, while Moore-Oxley Street leads into the lower-scale residential neighbourhood to the south, and the design verification report describes the site as "bridging the commercial core to the north and established residential areas to the south."

The podium will be expressed predominantly in face brick, while the upper levels shift to brushed and grooved concrete cladding with darker metal detailing. Recessed sections, deep balcony edges and landscaping break down the upper form, with an approximately 11.8-metre setback to the northern boundary addressing the adjoining St Peters Anglican School.

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Campbelltown has been starved of new residential developments in the last decade.

The only other notable development set to come to market this year is ALAND's Queen Square, a mixed-use precinct on over two hectares that will comprise apartments above a vibrant ground-level retail and hospitality dining precinct.

First look: New 139-apartment plans revive long-stalled Campbelltown city centre site

First Look: Sherlock Construction pitches apartments for low-rise Deception Bay

Queensland builder-developer MAYD has revealed the first look at its major North Kirra beachfront development, lodging amended plans that reduce the number of apartments and increase the proportion of larger residences.

The project is planned across a substantial 4,742 sqm amalgamated site spanning seven lots at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/2-6-pacific-parade-bilinga-qld-4225">2-6 Pacific Parade</a> and 27-33 Golden Four Drive in Bilin​ga, directly opposite Nor​th Kirra Beach.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mayd-group">MAYD</a> secured the site for $32.5 million in 2025, in what was one of the Gold Coast's largest property transactions of the year.

The development will be delivered across two stages, with the first stage carrying an estimated gross realisation value of around $360 million.

The latest amendments seek to reduce the overall apartment count and shift the project further toward the owner-occupier market, with larger residences designed for buyers wanting considerably more space than traditionally offered in a beachfront apartment.

The residential mix will include townhomes, oversized two-bedroom apartments, substantial three-bedroom residences and four-bedroom homes.

MAYD has appointed Cera Stribley to lead the architecture and interiors, with the Melbourne-based design practice drawing on the beachfront setting through a series of ocean-facing terraces and heavily landscaped balconies.

Strong horizontal forms and curved balconies will define the exterior, with subtropical landscaping integrated throughout the building to soften the built form and increase the connection between the residences and the beachfront.

The project will also include an extensive collection of resident wellness and lifestyle facilities, continuing the broader shift across the Gold Coast's luxury apartment market toward larger homes supported by resort-style amenity.

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MAYD Founder Todd Mould said North Kirra was increasingly appealing to buyers attracted to the more established, lower-density character of the southern Gold Coast.

"North Kirra presents one of the most compelling luxury residential opportunities currently emerging in Australia, combining absolute beachfront with the character and authenticity that buyers are increasingly seeking, and the same sense of tight-knit community that defined Burleigh and Currumbin perhaps 10 or 15 years ago," Mould said.

"With Gold Coast Airport on its doorstep, it also offers a level of accessibility that broadens its appeal across almost every market demographic."

The project comes as the southern Gold Coast continues to attract an increasing share of high-end apartment development and buyer activity.

Kirra in particular has emerged as one of the region's more tightly held beachfront markets, with its relatively low-density character, established surf and hospitality scene and proximity to Gold Coast Airport differentiating it from the higher-density markets further north.

Mould said those characteristics had informed the approach MAYD and Cera Stribley had taken to the project.

"We've worked closely with Cera Stribley to create a vision that is deeply connected to its surroundings," he said.

"Inspired by the coastline itself, the architecture has been shaped around space, privacy and resort-style living, creating a collection of homes that reflects the next generation of luxury on the southern Gold Coast."

MOTIV Managing Director Carly Cottam, who has been appointed to market the project, said buyer attention had continued to move south along the Gold Coast.

"Purchasers who may once have defaulted to Broadbeach, Main Beach or Surfers Paradise are increasingly recognising the value of a genuine beachfront location that offers lower density, strong amenity and a more established sense of community," Cottam said.

"Kirra has a powerful combination of growing demand and genuine scarcity. Beachfront supply is inherently constrained, the area remains relatively low density, and buyers are increasingly placing a premium on locations that feel established, uncrowded and authentic rather than heavily developed."

Cottam said the proximity to Gold Coast Airport was also proving increasingly important for interstate and second-home buyers.

"Being minutes from Gold Coast Airport makes it particularly compelling for interstate buyers, frequent travellers and second-home purchasers who can access an authentic coastal lifestyle almost immediately after stepping off a flight."

The acquisition takes MAYD's active development portfolio to more than $500 million, with the North Kirra project representing one of its largest undertakings to date.

MAYD is targeting an early 2027 launch.

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Castle Hill, the longtime hub of the Hills District, has been one of the major beneficiaries of Sydney's Metro expansion, with improved connectivity helping drive continued population growth, development and buyer demand across the Hills District.

But despite that growth, the suburb has seen relatively few major new apartment projects brought to market over the past 18 months.

Hills District developer Reve Group is looking to fill that gap with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/nova-r-ve-castle-hill-2-garthowen-crescent-castle-hill-nsw-2154">Nova Rêve</a>, a major new mixed-use precinct on the corner of Garthowen Crescent and Old Castle Hill Road, a short walk from Castle Hill Metro Station and Castle Towers.

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The project will comprise three residential towers alongside a hotel, restaurants, cafes and a skybar, more than 1,600 sqm of ground-floor retail and almost an acre of landscaped gardens.

It represents the largest project undertaken by Reve Group, the development arm of the Kassis family, which has been building across the Hills District for more than 30 years through Kassis Homes.

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Nova Rêve also represents a significant step up from the family's first apartment development, Grand Rêve, which was delivered nearby on Garthowen Crescent.

Grand Rêve introduced larger, house-like apartment layouts and premium inclusions including Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances to the Castle Hill market.

Nova Rêve takes that approach to a precinct scale, combining the residential component with hospitality, retail and substantial public and resident landscaping.

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Reve Group Managing Director Sam Kassis said the project reflected the family's three decades of building in the Hills, which has evolved from trophy homes on quarter-acre blocks to larger-scale apartment development.

"Grand Rêve was our first apartment project here and it showed us what this pocket of Castle Hill could be. Nova Rêve is the refinement of that idea: not just apartments, but a place the whole suburb can use," Kassis said.

A key part of that approach is the hotel, which has been designed to operate as an amenity for the wider Castle Hill community rather than solely hotel guests.

It will include restaurants, cafes, skybars and all-day dining, alongside conference and event facilities catering to business functions, community groups and private events.

At ground level, more than 1,600 sqm of shops and cafes will open onto the surrounding streets and landscaped areas.

Almost an acre of gardens designed by Land and Form Studios will run through the precinct, incorporating pathways, seating, barbecue areas and children's play spaces.

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Reve Group's Romio Georges said creating an active ground plane had been central to the planning of Nova Rêve.

"There are gardens with pathways, barbecues, seating and play areas, shops and cafes opening onto the street, and a hotel with restaurants and a skybar that anyone in Castle Hill can walk into," Georges said.

The project's elevated position on one of Sydney's highest ridgelines will also provide apartments with outlooks toward the Sydney skyline, surrounding parkland and the Blue Mountains.

More than 80 per cent of the apartments will occupy corner positions, with Turner responsible for both the architecture and interiors.

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Nova Rêve arrives as Reve Group bets on Castle Hill's next growth phase

Sydney’s property market is known for high prices, competitive bidding, and mounting pressure on first home buyers. But change is on the horizon.

From late 2025, eligible first home buyers in New South Wales will have access to a new federal government initiative aimed at addressing affordability: the Help to Buy Scheme.&nbsp;

<h2>What is the Help to Buy Scheme?</h2>

The program introduces a shared equity model intended to reduce the upfront cost of entering the property market, particularly in high-demand urban areas such as Sydney.

The scheme operates under a shared ownership structure in which the federal government takes an equity stake of up to 40 per cent for new homes, or 30 per cent for existing dwellings. This arrangement allows eligible buyers to significantly reduce their loan size and avoid the added cost of Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI).

Under this model, purchasers can enter the property market with as little as a two per cent deposit, well below the traditional 10 to 20 per cent usually required. The government’s contribution is not a loan but a co-ownership stake in the property. As such, there is no interest or rent charged on its portion.

Because the government’s equity combined with the buyer’s deposit typically meets or exceeds the 20 per cent threshold, LMI does not apply. The remaining balance, generally between 60 and 70 per cent of the property’s value, is financed through a standard home loan with a participating lender.

The government's equity in the property remains in place until the buyer chooses to repay it voluntarily or until the property is sold. Buyers can buy back the government’s share over time, in increments of at least five per cent, depending on their financial situation.

There is no fixed repayment timeline, but the amount to be repaid will be based on the property's market value at the time of repayment, not the original purchase price.

<h2>How do you qualify for the&nbsp;Help to Buy Scheme?</h2>

To qualify for the Help to Buy Scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:

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	<li>Be an Australian citizen at least 18 years of age.</li>
	<li>Be a first-home buyer who does not currently own property.</li>
	<li>Intend to live in the property as their primary residence.</li>
	<li>Earn less than $100,000 per year for individuals, or $160,000 for couples.</li>
	<li>Purchase a property within the regional price caps, currently $950,000 in Sydney, though this is expected to rise to approximately $1.3 million ahead of the program’s launch.</li>
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While the Help to Buy Scheme does not solve affordability challenges across the board, it does offer a more accessible pathway for a defined segment of the market, particularly younger buyers with moderate incomes who have been priced out of traditional lending routes.

The scheme is expected to commence in NSW in late 2025, as part of a national rollout.

Under the new model, purchasers can enter the property market with as little as a two per cent deposit, well below the traditional 10 to 20 per cent usually required

Help to Buy Scheme: What first home buyers in NSW need to know

The First Home Owners Grant (FHOG) is a government initiative designed to help eligible first-time home buyers by offering financial assistance towards the purchase or construction of a new home.

While the FHOG is a nationwide program, it is administered separately by each state and territory, meaning the eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and property requirements can vary depending on your location. This means that the amount available and the conditions attached to the grant will differ, so it is important to check the specific guidelines for your state or territory.

It’s important to note that the FHOG is just one of several incentives available to first home buyers. In most states and territories, the grant is not linked to stamp duty exemptions or concessions, with the exception of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). The FHOG is typically a one-off payment, reducing the overall cost of purchasing or building a new home before any stamp duty concessions are applied.

Below, we provide a breakdown of the First Home Owner Grants available across Australia, outlining the specific details for each state and territory.

<h2>New South Wales First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes valued up to $600,000. For land purchases and owner-builders, the threshold extends to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Benefits: Provides full stamp duty exemption for homes valued up to $800,000, with concessions available for properties up to $1 million.

<h2>Victoria South Wales First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Provides a $10,000 grant for first-home buyers purchasing or building new homes valued up to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Benefits: Offers full stamp duty exemption for properties up to $600,000, with concessions available up to $750,000.

<h2>Queensland First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers $30,000 for contracts signed between 20 November 2023 and 30 June 2025. The FHOG applies to new homes valued up to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Concessions: Provides additional concessions for properties valued up to $800,000.

<h2>Western Australia First Home Owner Grant</h2>

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First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes valued up to $750,000 in the southern regions and up to $1 million in the northern regions.

Stamp Duty Concessions: Available for homes valued up to $600,000 for transactions entered into on or after 9 May 2024.

<h2>Australian Capital Territory First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Replaced by the Home Buyer Concession Scheme, offering full stamp duty concessions for eligible buyers.

<h2>South Australia First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Provides up to $15,000 for new homes, including houses, apartments, and townhouses. As of 6 June 2024, there is no property value cap for eligibility.

Stamp Duty Relief: Available for new homes and vacant land purchases.

<h2>Tasmania First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes and off the plan purchases.

Stamp Duty Exemption: Between 18 February 2024 and 30 June 2026, first home buyers of established homes valued up to $750,000 receive a full exemption on property transfer duty.

<h2>Northern Territory First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: The Northern Territory provides a $10,000 grant for new homes only. Additional government grants and concessions are available for first home buyers.

Stamp Duty Exemption: The only stamp duty exemption available to property buyers is the House and Land Package Exemption (HLPE).

Eligibility criteria and application processes differ across states. Prospective buyers should refer to their respective state revenue offices for full details on grant availability, conditions, and additional concessions.

Every First Home Owner Grant for new property by state

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable architecture and environmentally conscious design, systems and ratings in place can help determine the energy efficiency of residential buildings in Australia.

Australia has multiple building rating systems that evaluate energy efficiency and sustainability in existing and new building designs.

Some systems assess individual building components, while others provide an overall rating for the entire structure.

A rating system ensures that homes are comfortable and energy-efficient, whether you are buying, renovating, or building.

NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) is a common way for new homes to meet energy efficiency requirements.

As new developments continue to shape the urban environment, understanding NatHERS ratings becomes essential for developers and homeowners. This article delves into the concept of NatHERS ratings, their significance, and how they contribute to creating energy-efficient homes.

<h2>What is NatHERS?</h2>

NatHERS is a national initiative implemented by the Australian government to promote energy efficiency in residential buildings. The scheme aims to provide a standardised method for assessing the thermal performance of homes, considering factors such as insulation, orientation, ventilation, and building materials.&nbsp;

NatHERS ratings are the most common way new homes meet the National Construction Code's (NCC's) minimum energy efficiency requirements.&nbsp;

NatHERS assessments provide thermal and whole-home ratings for new homes, townhouses, and apartments.

The rating helps evaluate the energy performance of buildings, guides homeowners and developers to make informed decisions about the energy efficiency of their properties, and encourages the construction of more sustainable, comfortable, and cost-effective homes.

<h2>How NatHERS Ratings Work</h2>

NatHERS ratings are determined through four accredited software tools (AccuRate, BERS Pro, FirstRate5, HERO) using a calculation engine CSIRO developed to predict building temperature based on various factors.

The tools can model complex effects of building mass, insulation, window size, and other elements.

The outcome is a star rating that reflects the building's overall thermal efficiency, indicating how well it can maintain a comfortable indoor temperature without excessive reliance on heating or cooling systems.

The star rating scale ranges from 0 to 10, with a 6-star rating being the minimum requirement for compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC).&nbsp;

Achieving a higher star rating demonstrates a commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability, as the building is better equipped to minimise its environmental impact and reduce long-term energy costs.

Anyone can use NatHERS tools, but accredited assessors can provide certified ratings and professional advice.

<h2>Benefits of Higher NatHERS Ratings</h2>

Energy Efficiency: Buildings with higher NatHERS ratings are more energy-efficient, requiring less heating and cooling energy. This reduces the structure's carbon footprint and lowers occupants' energy bills.

Cost Savings: Homes with higher NatHERS ratings are generally more energy-efficient, resulting in reduced energy consumption for heating and cooling. This translates to lower energy bills for homeowners, making sustainable living environmentally friendly and economically viable in the long run.

Environmental Impact: Lower energy consumption directly translates to a reduced environmental impact. Buildings with higher NatHERS ratings contribute to the overall goal of mitigating climate change by lowering greenhouse gas emissions associated with heating and cooling systems.

Improved Comfort: Buildings with high NatHERS ratings offer better thermal comfort to occupants. Proper insulation, well-designed ventilation, and optimal orientation maintain a consistent and comfortable indoor temperature, providing occupants with a more enjoyable and healthier space.

Market Value and Desirability: Higher NatHERS ratings can enhance the market value of a property. As energy efficiency becomes a more significant consideration for homebuyers, a well-rated building may attract a premium price and stand out in the real estate market.

Compliance with Building Codes: NatHERS ratings are a vital component of the National Construction Code (NCC), and compliance with these ratings is often a mandatory requirement for new developments. Local councils and planning authorities may set minimum energy efficiency standards that must be met to obtain development approval.

The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a crucial initiative shaping the future of energy-efficient, resilient, and cost-effective homes. With its recent upgrades, NatHERS has evolved into a world-leading tool for the building sector, supporting the global commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Staff Writer

What is a NatHERS rating in new off the plan apartment developments?

Mixed-use developments have gained significant popularity across Australia in recent years due to their unique blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces.

Unlike traditional single-purpose developments, mixed-use projects offer a harmonious integration of various functions within a single locale.

Residential units seamlessly coexist with commercial establishments, retail outlets, dining venues, entertainment hubs, and recreational facilities, with the combination not only enhances convenience but also fosters a vibrant lifestyle and a sense of community.

<h3>Convenience and accessibility</h3>

Mixed-use developments are designed with convenience in mind. They often integrate residential units with commercial spaces, retail outlets, restaurants, and recreational facilities, creating a self-contained community.

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The proximity allows residents to enjoy the convenience of having essential amenities and services within walking distance. Whether it's grabbing a cup of coffee, going grocery shopping, or accessing healthcare services, everything is conveniently located, saving residents time and effort.

<h3>Vibrant lifestyle and community</h3>

One of the major advantages of mixed-use developments is the vibrant lifestyle they offer. With a diverse range of amenities and communal spaces, residents have ample opportunities to interact, socialise, and build a sense of community.

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The presence of parks, community centres, and shared spaces fosters a lively atmosphere, encouraging residents to engage in various activities and events. The vibrant lifestyle within these developments creates a unique sense of belonging and camaraderie among the residents.

<h3>Potential for higher rental yields and property value appreciation</h3>

Mixed-use developments tend to attract a broad range of tenants and buyers due to their versatile nature. This high demand can result in higher rental yields for investors and potentially lead to property value appreciation over time.

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The integration of commercial and retail spaces attracts businesses, which can provide a stable rental income stream. Additionally, the popularity of mixed-use developments often drives up property values, making them a potentially lucrative investment in the long term.

<h3>Enhanced security and maintenance</h3>

Mixed-use developments typically have comprehensive security measures in place. With controlled access points, CCTV surveillance, and professional security staff, residents can enjoy enhanced safety and peace of mind.

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Additionally, these developments often have dedicated maintenance teams responsible for the upkeep of common areas, landscaping, and infrastructure. This ensures that the overall appearance and functionality of the development are well-maintained, creating a pleasant living environment for residents.

<h3>Live-work-play balance</h3>

One of the key attractions of mixed-use developments is the ability to achieve a desirable live-work-play balance. The integration of residential and commercial spaces allows residents to live closer to their workplaces, reducing commuting time and improving work-life balance.

The proximity to various amenities and recreational facilities encourages an active and healthy lifestyle. Residents can easily access fitness centres, parks, restaurants, and entertainment options, all within the same development, leading to a more fulfilling and convenient way of life.

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The top five reasons to buy in a mixed-use development

When buying a property, everyone needs to be aware of the additional costs that come as part of the buying process.

Often the largest outlay, after the deposit which goes to the bank, is stamp duty.

<h2 style="line-height: 1.38;">What is Stamp Duty?</h2>

Stamp duty is an extra tax to pay the government when you buy land, a property, and other certain assets.

It happens when the legal ownership is transferred. It can also be known as property transfer duty or transfer duty.

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<h2>Who pays Stamp Duty?</h2>

In some circumstances, you may get an exemption. For some states, you won’t have to pay for stamp duty if you are a first home buyer or a pensioner for houses under a particular price. There are also stamp duty concessions, where you may be entitled to a discount.

<h2>How much does Stamp Duty cost?</h2>

Each state has different rules which affect how much you need to pay. These rules can affect the rate you pay, and the timeframe you will need to pay in. Before you buy land or a property, make sure you check the up-to-date information for your state’s stamp duty.

You can use a free stamp duty calculator online to see approximately how much you’ll need to pay. Find out if you’re eligible for an exemption by enquiring on a project via Urban!

Overall, the stamp duty you need to pay will depend on:

<ul>
	<li aria-level="1">How much your land/property is worth</li>
	<li aria-level="1">Where your land/property is located</li>
	<li aria-level="1">What type of land/property it is</li>
</ul>

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Historic Mornmoot, the 124-hectare horse stud at Whittlesea, in Melbourne's north, has been listed for sale by the Thompson family. 
It is expected to generate interest as both a horse stud and for development potential.
The green wedge-zoned property could make way for housing given the Baillieu government's planning strategy that aims to stretch metropolitan Melbourne north.
Pat Rice &amp; Hawkins agent Peter Balharrie had the listing <a href="https://www.prh.com.au/pol/property/search.asp?f_propertyID=1934169&amp;xsl=2146&amp;f_st=1&amp;f_ct=&amp;f_ps=2" target="_blank">the property  </a>with $7 million plus.
The six-bedroom homestead was constructed in the early 1900s for Russell Chirnside, who owned the property until around the 1940s. It's also been owned by Neville Young of Melbourne’s Young and Jackson Hotel and by David Leighton of the Leighton Group. A feature of the homestead is its library – a stunning room measuring 25 metres by six metres, with walls lined with Tasmanian blackwood bookshelves.
The expansive residence is now set in a mature garden setting with plantings of pencil pines, elms, oak and cottonwoods.
It has a reputation as a quality breeding property as the Mornmoot thoroughbred stud.
It was home of the former national champion sire Century, one of only three Australian champion sires in the past 40 years, along with group-winning stallions Better Boy and Showdown. 
The stud's yearlings and two-year-olds have sold for up to $250,000. Up to 400 mares can be housed on the property, which has rich creek flats and double frontage to the Crystal Creek .
Robert and Roshni Thompson purchased the property around a decade ago.
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Historic Mornmoot built for Russell Chirnside – on 124 hectares at Whittlesea – listed 

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The Grollo family are listing some of their Mt Buller tourism property for October 4 auction. 
Auctioneer John Castran estimated the entire auction portfolio could fetch more than $5 million.
There are blocks of land set to sell from from $45,000, one-bedroom apartments starting at $130,000 and two-bedroom apartments from $225,000.
There are<a target="_blank" href="https://www.castran.com.au/index.cfm?pagecall=property&amp;propertyid=2142053"> 24  properties </a>that have been listed by the Grollo family's Mt Buller Lift Company.
Nine off-mountian vacant blocks at Sawmill Settlement, and 12 one- or two-bedroom apartments in the St Anton complex, will be offer at the lower end of the market. The Kirstie Marshall Homestead is also listed.
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There will also be a three-bedroom penthouse at the Chalet Hotel and the luxury chalet The Stables (pictured abov), estimated to be worth $1.1 million, also been listed.
The property family, who've had a presence on the mountain for over four decades, are planning to reinvest some of the money to improve snow-making conditions for skiers.
"We are committed to reinvesting in the mountain. There are still considerable holdings of the Grollo family up there, and they are committed to the mountain," says Grollo Group property director Martin Ansell.
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Snow-making Grollo family list $5 million worth of Mt Buller property

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Whit-Hame, the six bedroom 1939 F. Glyn Gilling-designed Warrawee residence on 2,300 square metres, has been listed for September 27 auction.
It last sold in 1999 when bought for $2,275,000 by the Malouf family. More than $3 million is being tipped for its LJ Hooker auction.
Its previous owners include one-time retailer John Sainty, the Indonesian businessman Ricardo Gelael, Gresham director James Graham and the cosmetic surgeon Eng Peng Tan.
Much of its garden can possibly be credited to Charles Harold Smith, who was born in Ballarat in 1880, one of 10 children born to Henry Smith and Lucy Hull.
In 1906 he married Ethel Burston inVictoria, and they came to Sydney in 1909, where he established Charles H Smith &amp; Co, a stock and share broking firm that operated for many years on Hunter Street, Sydney.
Charles and Ethel lived in various places in Gordon and elsewhere in Ku-ring-gai before building Pittmedden in Warrawee. After Ethel died in 1936, Charles sold Pittmedden, built Whit-Hame and married Ethel’s sister. 
"They remain shadowy figures in the story of Kuring-gai despite their long-term residency, their creation of a wonderful garden and their willingness to display its charms for the benefit of charity," wrote the Ku-ring-gai Historical Society Inc in 2010.
It's been <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-flat-nsw-warrawee-111430215">listed through Robert Ward </a>at LJ Hooker Wahroonga.
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Whit-Hame, the 1939 Warrawee architectural gem, listed

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Harry Kewell's Brighton townhouse rental has been sold for $2.95 million. 
The <a target="_blank" href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/residential/harry-kewell-reportedly-kicks-off-brighton-rental/2011102452038">Nicholas Day-designed property </a> has a neo-Georgian style house with a mix of the contemporary and classic elegance.
The townhouse was developed by St Kilda Football Club director John Gdanski and former player Fraser Gehrig.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/2a-collins-street-brighton/Property-Details-buy-residential-4033907">The Collins Street townhouse </a> had initial $3.3 million price hopes before Kewell and his family lived there while Kewell played with Melbourne Victory.
The Kewells lived there for less than a year, leaving suddenly due in part to family circumstances back in the UK in June a few months before their 12-month lease expired.
The dispute over the $28,000 unpaid rent was reportedly settled last week, with Melbourne Victory, whose name was on the lease, footing the bill.
It had been listed through Buxton agent Brian Devlin and Regina Schmidt.
 
 
 
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Harry Kewell's Brighton townhouse rental sells

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Treasurer Wayne Swan has approved the mooted sale of the giant Cubbie Station cotton farm to a consortium led by Chinese textile company Shandong Ruyi.
Its official price is not yet known – or possibly even finalised – but it's suggested as less than the mooted price tag of $300 million plus. 
The Foreign Investment Review Board vets sales exceeding a threshold of $244 million.
The Australian family-owned wool processor Lempriere Ltd has a 20% stake in the successful consortium. which is now in the box seat to finalise sale terms with Cubbie's creditors.
Reuters reported Swan as saying a condition of the deal would be for Ruyi, which could initially take an 80% stake in Cubbie, to have to sell down its interest to 51% within three years.
Swan also said Ruyi's Australian partners would be responsible for operating the Cubbie Group, including the marketing and sale of its cotton, which must be sold in line with international market practices.

Cubbie Station covers almost 1,000 square kilometres of south-western Queensland.
It has been in administration for three years, with more than $300 million in debt incurred during a prolonged drought.
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Cubbie Station set to sell to Chinese-led syndicate that must shed some of its equity within three years

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The jeweller Robert Clerc has sold his 1830s Double Bay residence reputedly for about $5.4 million.
It had been listed through Di Jones Real Estate agents Gary Sands and Jane Schumann.
Its most recent asking price indication was <a target="_blank" href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/news/mort-s-cottage-the-1830s-double-bay-residence-back-for-auction/2012080355845">above $5 million being sought</a>, but the sales price has not be revealed.

In August 2011 there had been hopes of around $6.5 million for one of Double Bay’s earliest homes, Mort's Cottage.

The original sandstone house built in the Gothic Revival style has been extended with a modern addition of glass and steel designed by Thomas Jacobsen architects after its 2005 purchase for $3.02 million.

It's set on a 620-square-metre holding on the corner of Ocean Avenue and Cross Street.

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Historic Mort's Cottage, Double Bay sells with Thomas Jacobsen extension

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The New York-based expatriates Cary and Jan Lochtenberg, who are involved in film and finance, have relisted their Bondi Beach property due to continuing overseas commitments.
Tycoon James Packer was the earlier owner of the luxury Notts Avenue home – built as his first home in the mid-1990s. It sold when Packer's former fiancee, Kate Fischer, pocketed $2,825,000 in 2000. The 210-square-metre residence had been transferred at no fee from Packer's development company into Fischer's name in October 1998. Packer had bought the Notts Avenue property for $425,000 in 1995.
It has just the two bedrooms and two limestone bathrooms, plus an office and steam room.
The property is for sale via private treaty with $7.5 million-plus hopes through<a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/https://www.mcgrath.com.au/buy/house-bondi-beach-nsw-2026/156385" target="_blank"> Bethwyn Richards and Jennifer Pooley of McGrath</a>.
It went to last 2010 auction when they couple wanted $8 million plus, but the buyers stopped their bidding at $7 million.  
The Notts Avenue house has been rented out by the Lochtenbergs at between $2,000 and $3,000 a week since their purchase in 2000.
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Asking price dips on Bondi Beach's best – the James Packer Notts Avenue cast-off 

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Mike Quigley, boss of the federal government's national broadband network, is on the move. Kallista, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-mosman-111393175">his Federation-style Mosman house </a>(pictured above), has been listed for September 22 auction through Belle agent Sally Navra-Osborne with $3.7 million plus hopes. Quigley paid $3.6 million with wife, Vicki, for the five-bedroom Mosman property with harbour views in early 2007 followed by a reported $300,000 plus in renovations before relocating back to Australia in late 2007. Kallista comes with wide verandas and striking sandstone walls framed by picturesque gardens. It has views across Sirius Cove towards the eastern suburbs from its 936-square-metre corner location. The house comes with a custom-fitted study, cellar, lower-level media room and room for a workshop if you ever found time to get off the computer. The Quigley's are down sizing potentially to a city apartment while keeping their south coast retreat, a 1.2 hectare Berry property that cost $2.095 million in 2010.  
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<img src="/images/stories/flagtitletat.jpg" style="margin: 5px; float: left;">Brinbara (pictured above), hidden at the end of Sunshine Beach on its sprawling 3,595-square-metre two-title beachfront holding, has been listed for October 6 auction by property developer Michael Brown, the REMM builder and developer of the Myer Centre in Brisbane and Adelaide. It's entered through iron security gates, down a winding driveway, past the tennis court with pavilion to the house with soaring porte-cochere. Inside the double entry doors is the massive foyer and the immediate framing of the ocean. There's a sweeping staircase to most of its nine bedrooms. On its initial listing the owners said Brinbara had delivered a lifetime of memories for a family now spread across Europe and Australia. Its been listed by Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Nic Hunter inconjunction with Tim McSweeney. It was listed with $14 million hopes for the past 18 months. It was built originally by Brian Wood for his wife Barbara hence the name Brinbara, bringing a bit of Toorak by the Sea when they first came to town.   
  
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<img src="/images/stories/flagtitletat.jpg" style="margin: 5px; float: left;">Globetrotters Murray and Serena Crawford have listed their Vaucluse bothole (pictured above), which last traded in 2009 at $4.29 million. Its listed through <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/Property/For-Sale/House/NSW/Vaucluse/?adid=2009965436&amp;autoplayvideo=1">Agency through Alison Coopes</a>. It was the zebra skin rug on the table that was the giveaway as to its international design magazine worthy status. "This is a home for those who want a glamorous, relaxing, stylish, romantic house in Sydney," says Alison. "From its attic home office to its self-contained, poolside apartment, every part of this five-bedroom home makes you feel as though you are on holiday in a villa in the middle of the tropical jungle, with stunning harbour views, a canopy of trees and sweeping skies," she suggests.  Title Tattle recalls the Hopetoun Road property was a little more dowdy when it was the home of  the former ABC boss Jonathan Shier, who sold for $4.4 million in early 2005.
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<img src="/images/stories/flagtitletat.jpg" style="margin: 5px; float: left;">Dianne Redgrave, the Melbourne artist, has sold her Edwardian cottage (pictured above) in Northcote. She secured $730,000 for the two-bedroom home, with its walls lined with her whimsical and colourful oils on canvas. Redgrave has held regular exhibits since 1989 and is been a former English teacher at the Australian Ballet School along with working front-of-house at Her Majesty’s Theatre. The house, with dual street frontage, had been scheduled <a href="https://www.barryplant.com.au/property.cfm?propertyId=2109898&amp;trapfour=y_num"></a>with <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/16-wimble-street-northcote/Property-Details-buy-residential-4266079">$640,000-plus</a> hopes through Barry Plant Northcote agents Gino De Iesi and Sandra Brizzi. There were sales for three of the five weekend Northcote house auction listings, with the top price secured at $900,000 according to the Real Estate Institute of Victoria results. 
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<img src="/images/stories/flagtitletat.jpg" style="margin: 5px; float: left;">The six-bedroom Kew home (pictured above) of Nick Theodossi of Nick Theodossi Prestige Cars has been listed for sale. Manningham is an 1870s home with 4.9-metre ceilings, timber panelling, open fireplaces and marble floors. Its been listed by Scott Banks of Scott Banks Real Estate, who suggests the elegant Victorian-style home features the many modern necessities including camera surveillance, hydronic heating, air-conditioning, video intercom, alarm, and all modern bathrooms. Offers are due September 18 with $5 million-plus hopes.
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NBN's chief executive Mike Quigley on the move: Title Tattle

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Harbourside rooftop penthouse golf putting doesn't quite fit the reputed buyer's Who's Who leisure profile.
But the unconfirmed purchaser of the recently settled prestigious Elizabeth Bay penthouse offering is tipped as the bookish David Gonski, the consummate Sydney business networker and chairman of the Future Fund.
He's been in the headlines of late given his report of schools funding for the Gillard government.
He is chairman of Investec Australia, the bank that bought his corporate advisory firm, Wentworth Associates, in 2001. The Billyard Avenue apartment sale through Savills agent Martin Schiller has been officially registered at $12 million but to a holding company fronted by a non-beneficial director, the solicitor and corporate finance adviser, Mark Cohen, who since 2010 has been an Investec director. That's among the best links that assist Title Tattle in the identification of the mystery buyer. The SMH's Margie Blok gave it her best shot last weekend but stopped a bit short of the pin when she speculatively queried: "Which extremely high-profile businessman and philanthropist seems to be the mystery buyer of a lavish eastern suburbs penthouse bought in the name of a nominee company?"
The apartment last traded at $14 million in 2006 when bought by Hal Herron, the former Deutsche banker. The penthouse is atop the lavish Burley Katon Halliday complex of six apartments built in 1998 on the site of Cardigan, the former home of the late Cedric and Elizabeth Symonds, by the East Asia Property group. Totalling 425 square metres internally, it has vast living area and a 375-square-metre terrace with harbour views. Herron had bought the penthouse from ballet clothing manufacturer David Wilkenfeld, who paid $7.1 million for it in 2001.
Gonski hasn't given any indication of departing Point Piper, given the apartment has actually been listed for rent at about $5,000 a week through Ballard Property Group.
The Ballard Proeprty Group website says it now has a tenancy deposit taken.
The penthouse apartment comes with a three pin rooftop putting green. Title Tattle notes some golfing lineage in the family as Gonski's father, Alexander, was a neurosurgeon and a founding member of the New South Wales Gold Club at La Perouse.
David Gonski certainly does play tennis, so he could always become friends with other Elizabeth Bay harbourfront owners who have  tennis courts, namely the Onisforou and Paspaley families.
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Despite the Elizabeth Bay penthouse golf putting green, David Gonski could yet play neighbourhood tennis

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The only iconic Sydney School design home set on Sydney Harbour has been listed for sale.
Set in Mosman Bay, the home was the architectural triumph of John James built in 1966 as home for himself and his wife, Hilary.
The mostly wooden home was designed to blend into the Mosman Bay landscape. "Perfect to update or create your dream," is its marketing pitch through Century 21 Resnekov agents Ivan Resnekov and John Conroy.
The Musgrave Street home is not heritage listed, unlikes its neighbouring 1888 sandstone house, Musgrave House, which doesn't have any waterfront landing.
The neighbouring McLeod Street holding is also listed for sale so has potential to be consolidated especially given the James property's vehicular access constraints.
The James house last sold in 1979 for $140,000 to Eric and June Buckley of O E Products.
The 1967 Reader's Digest building in Surry Hills is the most famous of designs by John James. 
Another architect, Tone Wheeler, described the Waterloo Street, Surry Hills, building as custom-made for its client and yet it would last for 200 years or more.
It's sometimes regarded as Sydney's finest concrete work outside the Opera House.
He maintains his own website, writing he "was part of the Sydney Timber-and Bush School along with Peter Muller, Russell Jack and others."
"Together we created a common style – now called the Sydney School.
"The only things we had in common, and that we all agreed stimulated our creativity, was sandstone rocks and angophoras."
Since 1985 he has designed on average two houses a year in the Blue Mountains area. John and Hilary run the Crucible Centre at the Crucible Valley, a self-help personal development movement.
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