Just a few months after acquiring a prime Broadbeach site on the corner of First Avenue and Surf Parade, family-run developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/raptis">Raptis</a> has filed fresh plans for a new apartment development.

Raptis is seeking to deliver a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/17-19-first-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4217">29-storey tower with 73 apartments</a> on the 818 sqm site. It will be the developer's seventh project in the suburb, as they are approaching completion of The Sterling on George Avenue.

There will be a pool, barbecue and outdoor dining area, residents lounge and dining, sauna and steam room, gym, and a Yoga and Pilates studio.

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Raptis Joint Managing Director, Evan Raptis, says they remain&nbsp;committed to developing quality infill sites across the Gold Coast in the lead-up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

"This project continues our long track record of delivery in Broadbeach, and we look forward to bringing another premium development to this thriving precinct."

The announcement follows strong delivery momentum for Raptis, with The Sterling Broadbeach nearing completion and construction well underway on the final stage of the Waterpoint community adjacent to Harbour Town. The developer's continued investment in the Gold Coast reflects confidence in the region's apartment market fundamentals, underpinned by sustained Southeast Queensland population growth.&nbsp;

The outlook for the region is further bolstered by infrastructure investment tied to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, which is expected to drive continued economic and population growth across the SEQ corridor.&nbsp;

Subject to a favourable response from Gold Coast City Council, construction on the new First Avenue tower is targeted to commence before the end of 2026.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/it-s-all-in-the-family-four-decades-later-raptis-continues-to-shape-the-gold-coast-skyline">It’s all in the family: Four decades later, Raptis continues to shape the Gold Coast skyline</a>

Read more: <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/raptis-secures-prime-surf-parade-site-for-next-broadbeach-apartment-development">Raptis secures prime Surf Parade site for next Broadbeach apartment development</a> 
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Gold Coast developer brings seventh Broadbeach project to market, targeting construction commencement before year end

Joel Robinson

First look: Raptis lodges plans for new 29-storey Broadbeach tower 

Brisbane development veteran Kevin Seymour's Seymour Group is set to deepen its presence on one of Brisbane's most tightly held riverfront addresses, lodging revised plans for a luxury apartment development on Oxlade, just a few doors down from The Oxlade, which it completed in 2024.

The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/70-72-oxlade-drive-new-farm-qld-4005">new project at 70-72 Oxlade Drive</a>, directly north of The Oxlade, will have 27 apartments across a seven-storey building&nbsp;overlooking the Brisbane River and Merthyr Park. It's a revision from a 2021-approved design.

Designed by bureau^proberts, the project has evolved from the previously approved 26-apartment scheme, introducing an additional penthouse level while maintaining a low-density, boutique character. The development will comprise 26 three-bedroom apartments and a single four-bedroom penthouse, supported by two basement levels with 86 car spaces and 34 bicycle spaces.

The architectural response is centred around two distinct building forms separated by a landscaped open-air atrium.&nbsp;"This dual composition captures and embraces Brisbane’s subtropical environment whilst breaking down built form and scale," the submission to the Brisbane City Council noted.

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A defining feature of the design is a deep landscaped void running through the centre of the building, creating what bureau^proberts describes as a "natural ravine" that enhances airflow, daylight penetration and resident amenity. The design report notes that the separation of the two building volumes is intended to maximise natural light, cross-ventilation and outlook while strengthening connections to the surrounding riverfront setting.

Curved balcony edges, integrated planting and extensive landscaping throughout the façade reinforce the subtropical design approach. The building's façade is softened by elevated gardens and planter beds, creating a green edge that complements the established landscape character of Oxlade Drive and neighbouring Merthyr Park.

New Farm has become one of Brisbane's most sought-after suburbs for developers delivering premium downsizer-focused apartments.

GRAYA has been particularly active in the precinct, completing both Chalk and York in recent years, while construction of Moray House, being delivered for Spyre, is now nearing completion. Architect-turned-developer Joe Adsett recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/arcilla-new-farm-by-joe-adsett-28-maxwell-street-new-farm-qld-4005">Arcilla on Maxwell Street</a>, an exclusive collection of just nine apartments.

First look: Seymour Group returns to New Farm's Oxlade Drive with riverfront apartment plans

A new residential tower will be the first piece of a broader mixed-use precinct set to reshape a prominent Newcastle West site, with local developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gwh">GWH</a> bringing its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/cambridge-quarter-newcastle-west-12-denison-street-newcastle-west-nsw-2302">Cambridge Quarter</a> vision to market.

The first release, Tempo, will introduce 87 apartments across a 24-storey tower, marking Stage 1 of the residential component of a larger urban regeneration project planned for the western end of Newcastle's city centre, encompassing the former Cambridge Hotel site.

Positioned on Denison Street, Tempo has been designed as the inaugural building within Cambridge Quarter, a precinct that will ultimately combine apartments, retail activation and revitalised public spaces including the revamping of the Cambridge Hotel.

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The tower will comprise a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, including layouts with multipurpose rooms, catering to a broad cross-section of owner-occupiers. Apartment sizes range from around 60 sqm to 192 sqm, with a number of residences oriented to capture views across Newcastle Harbour, the city skyline and coastline.

GWH has emphasised liveability in the design, with open-plan layouts extending to generous balconies and terraces. Residents will have a choice of two interior palettes, while specifications include engineered stone benchtops, SMEG appliances, full-height bathroom tiling and secure building access. Premium upgrade packages will also be available

Multiple rooftop resident retreats will provide communal outdoor space overlooking the harbour and city, offering an elevated amenity layer above the activity of the precinct below.

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The broader Cambridge Quarter vision extends beyond the residential tower itself. Ground-level retail activation and landscaped public areas are planned throughout the precinct, creating a walkable neighbourhood environment connected to the surrounding renewal of Newcastle West. The Cambridge Hotel is also earmarked for future redevelopment into a family-friendly hospitality venue integrated with the new precinct.

The project is strategically positioned within walking distance of Newcastle Interchange, providing access to light rail, regional rail services and direct connections to Sydney. Residents will also be close to Honeysuckle, Newcastle Harbour and the city's beaches and coastal walkways.

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For GWH, Cambridge Quarter represents one of its most significant Newcastle developments to date. The locally based developer, which has operated in the Hunter region since 1995, describes the project as a new chapter in the ongoing transformation of Newcastle West.

GWH Executive Director Jonathan Craig said the project had been shaped by a focus on creating lasting community connections.

"We take pride in creating places that last. Spaces where people feel connected, comfortable and a genuine sense of belonging," Craig said.

"Cambridge Quarter is something we are truly proud of, a place shaped by local knowledge, built with care and designed to be part of Newcastle's next chapter."

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GWH unveils first release at landmark Cambridge Quarter precinct in Newcastle West

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ss-projects">S&amp;S Projects</a>,&nbsp;Rainbow Bay's busiest developer,&nbsp;has officially lodged plans for the largest development in its booming local portfolio, seeking approval for a further 88 apartments on Boundary Street.

The proposal&nbsp;at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">209–213 Boundary Street, Coolangatta</a>,&nbsp;marks the next chapter in the developer's transformation of the southern Gold Coast beachside precinct. It will be its fifth in the area, having already delivered Flow, Awaken and Esprit, while construction continues on the 38-apartment Radia. The new project would rise 57 metres above a consolidated 1,518 sqm site, on the same street as Radia and Esprit.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, the proposed development comprises 88 two and three-bedroom apartments across a contemporary podium-and-tower form that integrates extensive landscaping from street level through to the rooftop.

The tower would be delivered above a basement and multi-level podium accommodating resident and visitor parking, with the residential component commencing from level three. The design incorporates cascading planting throughout the façade, landscaped podium edges, and deep planting zones along the Boundary Street frontage.

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A key feature of the development is its expansive rooftop wellness and recreation precinct. Plans reveal a resort-style pool deck, gymnasium, sauna, steam room, hot and cold plunge pools, rooftop terraces, barbecue areas and landscaped relaxation spaces positioned to capture views across the southern Gold Coast coastline.

The rooftop wellness focus builds on the vision S&amp;S Projects first outlined when it acquired the site for $20.25 million last year.

"We are taking every advantage to create a truly unique rooftop wellness experience with a natural feel for residents, offering stone features throughout and an underlying theme that emulates a botanical garden," S&amp;S Projects founder and director Paul Gedoun said at the time.

The proposal seeks a 57-metre building height, representing a 50 per cent uplift on the site's mapped 38-metre height limit. Planning documents argue the additional height is consistent with recently approved and emerging towers in the immediate Boundary Street and Rainbow Bay precinct.

Urbis, acting as planning consultant, said the development would provide "88 dwellings, comprising a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, contributing to housing choice and supply within an established medium to high-rise coastal urban neighbourhood."

The scheme has undergone extensive pre-lodgement consultation with the City of Gold Coast, with the design refined following feedback relating to architectural expression, landscaping, traffic access and podium treatment.

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The architectural team is led by Brisbane-based Cottee Parker, one of Australia's most active residential design studios, with landscape architecture by Dunn + Moran. The consultant team also includes ADG Engineers, Windtech and Acoustic Works.

S&amp;S Projects has become one of the most influential private developers operating on the southern Gold Coast. Since entering Rainbow Bay in 2022, the company has assembled a portfolio exceeding $1 billion in end value, establishing itself as a key player in the area's evolution into a premium apartment destination. Pezet Matheson will again handle the sales for S&amp;S.

Coolangatta is entering another wave of apartment development, following the delivery of several prominent residential projects in recent years.

John Kearney's Immerse Projects will launch&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kaiya-kirra-beach-5-haig-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Kaiya on Haig Street</a>&nbsp;soon, meanwhile, Palm Beach-based Sherpa Property Group is preparing to bring its debut Coolangatta development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-viver-87-griffith-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Flourish Viveré</a>, to market later this year, subject to approvals.

First look: S&S Projects proposes 88-apartment wellness tower at Coolangatta's Boundary Street

A landmark former orphanage site in Surrey Hills could be transformed into a new residential community under plans lodged by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/antipodean-land-developments">Antipodean Land Developments</a> that would deliver 76 apartments and townhouses while restoring some of the suburb's most significant heritage buildings.

The burgeoninng Melbourne-based developer has submitted plans for the 9,158 sqm site at 1 Kent Road and 24 Durham Road, home to the former St Joseph's Home for Destitute Children, a historic institutional complex dating back to the late 19th century. The proposal seeks to adaptively reuse several heritage buildings while introducing two new four-storey residential buildings set within extensive landscaped grounds.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> and Kerstin Thompson Architects, the project has been conceived as a contemporary residential village embedded within a restored heritage precinct. The development team describes the design approach as "The Village in the Garden," with new buildings positioned among mature landscaping by OCULUS and significant heritage structures.

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The proposal would deliver 76 dwellings comprising a mix of apartments and duplex-style residences, significantly increasing housing supply on one of the largest privately held residential landholdings in Surrey Hills. The development includes 127 car spaces, 24 bicycle spaces and more than 1,000 sqm of communal amenity, with the existing chapel building earmarked for conversion into resident facilities.

According to the planning submission, the project centres on the restoration and adaptive reuse of the site's most significant heritage assets, including the original c.1889 St Joseph's building, the chapel designed by architect Augustus Andrew Fritsch, and the historic brick perimeter walls and entry gates. The proposal also incorporates the retention of other contributory buildings including the former infirmary and school building.

Tract Consultants, in the planning report accompanying the application, said the scheme had been shaped through extensive heritage analysis and design development.

"The shared vision for the Site by the project team has culminated in a scheme which successfully breathes life back into a historic site while delivering upon the objectives of Victoria's Housing Statement in a carefully curated and contextually responsive manner."

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The proposal is being assessed under Victoria's Significant Residential Development with Affordable Housing pathway. As part of the application, three per cent of the project's residential development cost would be contributed to the Social Housing Growth Fund. The development would also provide a diverse mix of one, two and three-bedroom residences targeting a broader range of buyers than typically found in Surrey Hills' detached housing market.

Sustainability initiatives include an anticipated 66 per cent BESS score, natural cross-ventilation to 80 per cent of apartments, 28 per cent deep soil landscaping and a canopy cover outcome exceeding local planning requirements. The proposal also sets aside more than 1,083 sqm for communal indoor and outdoor resident amenity spaces.

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Planning documents describe the property as one of the largest underutilised residential sites in Surrey Hills, arguing it presents a rare opportunity to introduce "missing middle" housing in an established inner-eastern suburb while preserving and revitalising a significant heritage precinct.

Antipodean Land Developments has built a reputation for design-focused residential projects across Melbourne, particularly in the medium-density sector. Previous developments include Neighbourhood in Brunswick East, delivered with Breathe Architecture, and Balfe Park Lane, designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects.

They've been very active in site acquisition as they build out their future development pipeline. They recently launched Thornubury House, 45 apartments above a mix of commercial, retail, and food and beverage tenancies, and have plans for a boutique project in Fitzroy and another <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/vic/antipodean-plan-apartments-for-deepdenes-missing-middle-on-whitehorse-road">"missing middle" project</a> on Deepdene's Whitehorse Road.

First look: Antipodean Land Developments plans heritage-led apartment community in Surrey Hills

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The St Kilda champion Nick Riewoldt didn't jag a buyer when his contemporary South Melbourne townhouse home went to weekend auction, but sold shortly after at an undisclosed price.
Their was definite latent buying interest, but with hands in their pockets, the only bid was the $1.6 million vendor bid.
Melbourne agents secured a healthy 72.3% weekend clearance rate, according to Australian Property Monitors, against a revised 71.7% tally for the previous weekend.
The sold Riewoldt property was listed through Marshall White agent Michael Paproth who expected more than $1.6 million at the auction which was attended by Nick's father Joe.
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Photo: Nick Reiwoldt's South Melbourne townhouse goes to weekend auction.
It cost around $1.2 million in 2009, in the project undertaken by Linara Property Developments.
Building began in 2007 with 32 three-storey town houses on the corner of Cecil and Dorcas streets, the suburb's largest housing development in decades was constructed on the site of an old service station and some Uniting Church land. 
The town houses were spread over four blocks, with one facing Dorcas Street, another Cecil Street and two internal blocks. There were 16 townhouse designs, with five-metre or six-metre frontages and floor plans ranging from 195 square metres to 335 square metres. All within walking distance of South Melbourne Market and the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre and about a minute's walk to the South Melbourne light-rail station.
The Mrocki developer family have also undertaken The Victoria on Beaconsfield project, Maxx at St Kilda in a joint venture, and Linx in Prahran. Linara Projects Group was founded by brothers Leon and Harry Mrocki since coming from trade backgrounds having developed more than 1000 apartments in Melbourne during the past 20 years.
Marketed as a substantial contemporary residence, <a href="/news/st-kilda-champion-nick-riewoldt-lists-leafy-contemporary-south-melbourne-home">the Riewoldt abode</a> comes with downstairs bedroom with en suite, that would work as a home office.
There are three further bedrooms on the first floor including the main bedroom featuring balcony, retreat zone and double shower en suite.
The top floor living/dining areas has polished floors that flow to a balcony with city views.
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlbANSD1Sko" target="_blank">It comes with video</a> marketing campaign.
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The nine year Saints captain, who is married to Catherine Heard, has apparently bought the large Brighton family home by private treaty in late February.
It was among 1,261 weekend offerings in Melbourne with an $870 million worth of stock, including around $640 million in houses set to be offered under the hammer and $230 million worth of apartments.
Australian Property Monitors research assistant Neil Tan advised that this weekend's offerings was some 142% higher than the same weekend last year. 
Melbourne's 1,277 auctions this Saturday was its fourth weekend above 1,000 this year with about 450 units and 810 houses for scheduled auction.
Melbourne's median weekend for house prices was $737,000 and the median unit price was $520,000, based on the initial 994 initial results.
That's much higher than the typical $568,000 Melbourne median for houses and the median for typical $420,000 Melbourne units.
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Nick Riewoldt sells but after awaiting $1.6 million plus offers as South Melbourne abode passed in

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Former Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett yesterday suggested the Hawks AFL team ought consider relocating to Launceston in Tasmania.
It came after ongoing reports that Hawthorn had been considering selling their Waverley Park complex and moving elsewhere.
Speaking with 3AW broadcaster Neil Mitchell, Jeff Kennett said it would be in the best interest of the club to pack up and move across Bass Strait given their existing links to the island state.
"I think that would be the cheapest and most exciting option. I'm not sure that the board would agree with me [but] when you think it through clearly it could be the opportunity of a lifetime."
“The Aurora Stadium is the best surface in Australia,” he said before adding his property insights.
“The (players) could rent out their houses here (Melbourne) and buy new properties in Launceston, so financially they would do well."
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Many of the listings have enough bedrooms for at least half the team to bunk down with their footballer landlord.
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The outspoken former Victorian premier and former club president's latest radical proposal comes as the future of AFL matches at both ends of the Tasmania island are under increasing scrutiny - and at a time when the Tasmanian residential market remains problematic. Indeed RP Data puts<a href="/news"> the Launceston median house price </a>at $360,000 down from its $390,000 peak in 2010.
Nonetheless, Property Observer has come up with the pick of the slow selling crop from the 55 listings on realestateview.com.au starting with an historic house that goes to auction this weekend.
<a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/15-maitland-street-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-6842489" target="_blank">It is an 1863 Victorian mansion set in a walled-English Country Garden setting</a> at 15 Maitland Street (pictured above).
Its been marketed by agent Stuart Ferrall at Harrison Humphreys as having the comfort of the integrated hydronic heating in the home which comes with double brick interior walls. The basement cellar is special. Around $500,000 is tipped.
Many of the listings have enough bedrooms for at least half the team to bunk down with their footballer landlord.
There is a $1.1 million asking price on the 11 bedroom, 11 bathroom Kilmarnock House built in 1905 as a townhouse for John Ingles, a well-known Launceston merchant. 
The completed cost, as charged was a moderate £1,588 pounds, 15 shillings and threepence for the house at 66 Elphin Road (pictured below).
Last offered for sale 33 years ago, <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/66-elphin-road-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-6452859" target="_blank">it is for sale through Harcourts agent Jeremy Wilkinson</a>.
<img src="/images/2014/04/11/launceston%20april%2011%20one.jpg" alt="">
Elsewhere on Elphin is a $760,000 offering (pictured below) which as been billed by Harcourts as a blue-chip investment - <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/63-65-elphin-road-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-2107399" target="_blank">with a consistent rent return of $1,125 per week split amongst five units within the home</a>.
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At West Launceston, there is a $920,000 asking price on Edenholme Grange, just minutes from the city centre and Cataract Gorge, through Harcourts agent Courtney Hogan. 
<a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/14-st-andrews-street-west-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-5511219" target="_blank">The 14 St Andrews Street property</a> (pictured below) - currently a 12 room bed and breakfast - is a magnificent eight bedroom house on over one acre of private grounds. It was built in 1881 by a sea captain.
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The oldest on offer is on the so-called Quality Row, a heritage listed four storey Georgian residence built by James Bennell in 1843/44 at <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/169-st-john-street-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-5891379" target="_blank">165 St John Street</a> (pictured below) with 12 pane sash windows with original shutters. 
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No doubt the Hawk players would prefer something a little more contemporary akin to their Melbourne surrounds.
<a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/5b-eastbourne-street-south-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-6036073" target="_blank">So 5B Eastbourne Street at South Launceston</a> (pictured below) would be the go at $465,000.
It's a new double story home with three good sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, double remote access garage and a sleek, stylish kitchen.The property that boasts 27 squares of quality contemporary living including that must-have private alfresco BBQ area is listed through Ray White agent Steve McCann.
<img src="/images/2014/04/11/launceston%20april%2011%20five.jpg" alt="">
Apartment wise it would be hard to go past <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/4-287-charles-street-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-1391122" target="_blank">the newly completed complex</a>, The Charles at 287 Charles Street (pictured below). Not cheap as with nine sold the remaining prices through Harcourts range between apartment 4 at $1,190,000 and apartment 13 at $1,650,000. 
Designed by the eventual penthouse owner, Josef Chromy, the multi storied luxury former hospital-turned hotel-apartment block with kitchens featuring top quality stainless appliances including inbuilt coffee machines, is situated in the Paris end of Charles Street.
<img src="/images/2014/04/11/launceston%20april%2011%20six.jpg" alt="">
The cheapest apartment in the town is $108,000 in the Best Western complex. T<a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/610-3-earl-street-launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-6360425" target="_blank">he 610/3 Earl Street offering</a> (pictured below) through Ray White agent Veronica West is being marketed as a single bedroom strata unit on the top floor with a 10 year lease in place, showing an approximate return of 5-6%.
<img src="/images/2014/04/11/launceston%20april%2011%20seven.jpg" alt="">
Oh and for the coach or club president? No doubt that's the <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-6554163" target="_blank">$3 million Old Marchington five hectare estate</a> (pictured below)<a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/launceston/Property-Details-buy-residential-6554163" target="_blank"> </a>10 minutes out of town at Relbia - recently voted the most popular residential property currently on the market in a Mercury newspaper feature.
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Vendor Robert Knott went strong on the the Greek symbology in Mediterranean themed artistry which includes the Sistine Chapel inspired ceiling artwork. It all sort of begins on the driveway turning circle with Tasmania's largest private fountain forming a centre piece. 
The marketing of Old Marchington says its overlooks vineyards and rolling pastures that could easily mirror a glimpse of Tuscany. 
The Hawks currently fly in, fly out for four AFL games annually.
They aren't alone. The North Melbourne Kangaroos will play two games at the Blundstone Arena at Bellerive oval in Hobart late in the 2014 season.
And the former Collingwood and Fremantle star Chris Tarrant does it five times a year signing up to play in the local league for North Launceston Bombers.
The 33-year-old, 268-game AFL veteran played one match for the Northern Bombers last season. Tarrant is set to play his first match for the season on Good Friday against Launceston, followed by the Anzac Day clash against Clarence, Lauderdale on 24 May, Burnie on 19 June and the Western Storm on 22 August.
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The Hawks currently fly in, fly out for four AFL games annually. 
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Tarrant lives on the mainland and keeps busy with business commitments in the health and fitness industry, about to release his own organic protein powder called Inta Organics.
Tarrant and his wife, model Lauren Strauss, live in a $3.15 million 1880s South Yarra house bought in 2012 after they sold their Adelaide Street, Armadale French Provincial style home for $3.85 million also in 2012, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kTRy-JvAjc" target="_blank">having listed it initially in 2010</a>.
In 2005 Tarrant sold his three-level townhouse in Clifton Hill, just a drop punt from Victoria Park, where Collingwood trained for 112 years until they moved to the $17 million Lexus Centre in 2004.
 
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Not so cheap Launceston actually - potential homes for the AFL Hawks if they fly the Waverley eyrie

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Having reputedly bought in Brighton, the St Kilda champion Nick Riewoldt has listed in South Melbourne.
The property is listed for weekend auction through Marshall White agent Michael Paproth who expects more than $1.6 million, according to the local paper.
It cost around $1.2 million in 2009.
Marketed as a substantial contemporary residence, there is downstairs bedroom with en suite, that would work as a home office.
There are three further bedrooms on the first floor including the main bedroom featuring balcony, retreat zone and double shower en suite. 
The top floor living/dining areas has polished floors that flow to a balcony with city views.
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The Saints captain, who is married to Catherine Heard, apparently bought the large Brighton family home by private treaty in late February.
Title Tattle gathers Catherine, who works at a PR and marketing agency, has told friends she will miss the walking distance to the South Melbourne Market.
It's among tomorrow's 1,261 offerings in Melbourne with an $870 million worth of stock, including around $640 million in houses set to be offered under the hammer and $230 million worth of apartments.
Australian Property Monitors research assistant Neil Tan has advised that this weekend's offerings is some 142% higher than the same weekend last year. 
Melbourne's 1,261 auctions this Saturday will be its fourth weekend above 1,000 this year.
This weekend there are about 450 units and 810 houses for scheduled Melbourne auction.
Melbourne's median last weekend for house prices was $790,000 and the median unit price was $510,000.
That's much higher than the typical $568,000 Melbourne median for houses and the median for typical $420,000 Melbourne units.
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