Builder-developer Urban Property Group (UPG) is continuing to expand into new markets. UPG is heading to the Hills District, where it is planning a 40-storey mixed use building near Castle Hill Metro Station.

They've gone down the favoured developer route of a State Significant Development Application, which should see developments approved within the space of nine months.

The tower will comprise 371 apartments, 42 of which will be affordable housing, above a ground-floor retail precinct at 16-20 Old Castle Hill Road, on the corner of Garthowen Crescent and within walking distance of Castle Hill Metro Station, an area identified for higher density under both local and state strategic planning frameworks.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc">Studio SC</a>, the tower would rise from a brick podium base, accommodating one retail tenancy and communal open space, before transitioning to a slender glazed residential form above. Six basement levels are proposed beneath the building to house parking and services.

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“Castle Hill is undergoing a significant transformation, evolving from a traditionally low-rise suburban centre into a true metropolitan destination anchored by the Sydney Metro Northwest," the Architectural Design Report prepared by Studio SC noted.

The majority of apartments (194) will be two-bedrooms. 90 one-bedroom apartments are planned, 83 three-beds, and four four-bedroom apartments.

Studio SC’s design adopts a podium-and-tower composition, with warm-toned masonry at the lower levels intended to anchor the building within its streetscape context.

"At the podium, the architecture is anchored through solid brickwork in warm, earthy tones, reflecting the local sandstone formations and the natural colour palette of the surrounding hills," Studio SC added.

Above, the tower transitions to a lighter glass expression, articulated with fins and tonal variation to reduce visual bulk and respond to changing light conditions.

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Urban Property Group is one of Sydney's most active developers. They have projects currently under construction in Little Bay, Penrith, and Macquarie Park, with future projects earmarked for Wollongong.

Castle Hill has been one of the most popular suburbs for development across Sydney in the last five years, as developers scramble for land around the newly extended Sydney Metro.&nbsp;

Kassis Homes kicked it all off with Grand Reve, along with Deicorp who has delivered over 1,000 apartments in the area and continues to develop. The likes of Dubai-backed developer Arada will take to market their project in the coming months, while Masscon has just launched Avenue on Cadman Crescent.

Joel Robinson

First Look: Urban Property Group unveils 40-storey mixed-use tower in Castle Hill

One of the Gold Coast’s ‘bridesmaid suburbs’ is experiencing a wave of local suitors, with the latest sales figures from <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> revealing over two thirds of buyers will be relocating from within a 5km average radius of the 16-hectare masterplan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lewis-land-group">Lewis Land</a> Head of Development Michael Long said the figures underlined a powerful shift for Biggera Waters that would reshape it into a thriving force behind the region’s growth corridor.&nbsp;

“We’ve seen a huge wave of interest from residents of Arundel, Paradise Point and Runaway Bay who recognise the urban transformation that is well underway here and want to be part of it,” Long said.&nbsp;

“Interestingly, 25 per cent of our Gold Coast buyers are also coming from the city’s southern hotspots, including Burleigh and Palm Beach.&nbsp;

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/biggera-waters-qld-4216">Biggera Waters</a>, and Harbour Shores in particular, has all the advantages of waterfront living with the benefits of resort-style amenity, for greater value than the southern beachfront suburbs.”&nbsp;

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Long said half of the purchasers at Harbour Shores were under the age of 55.&nbsp;

“When locals choose to stay local, it creates a genuine community, turning the most sustainable master planned community in the Gold Coast’s history into a diverse and vibrant ‘village of villages’.”&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a> Gold Coast Sales Director David Higgins said the hyper-local market demand was unique to Harbour Shores when compared to other projects in the region.&nbsp;

“We are seeing as much as 60 per cent of new apartment sales on other projects go to interstate or international buyers, but Harbour Shores is bucking this trend and attracting a larger proportion of the local market,” Higgins said.&nbsp;

“Only 13 per cent of Harbour Shores’ existing purchasers are interstate. There has been a resounding endorsement from local buyers and that validates the project’s vision and investment in design, lifestyle and liveability.”&nbsp;

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Harbour Shores is 16ha visionary masterplan dedicated to wellness and an active, healthy lifestyle. Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, Harbour Shores embeds extensive green connections and more than 2.5km in pedestrian networks – including a 1.2km boardwalk along the water’s edge.

Harbour Shores was recently recognised by the BETTER FUTURE World Design Awards 2026 as a silver winner in the category of environmental sustainability. Boasting a 6 Star Green Star Communities V1.1 rating, Harbour Shores will deliver more than 2,000 homes over the next ten years.&nbsp;

The first stage will deliver three residential collections including luxury three and four-bedroom waterfront villas at The Residences, as well as apartments in The Waterline and Palm House, surrounded by resort-style amenities.&nbsp;

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Biggera Waters no longer a 'bridesmaid suburb' as Gold Coast locals jump to Harbour Shores

Developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ellipse-property-group">Ellipse Property</a> has officially launched Lily Lane, the second stage of its Carrington Place masterplan in Sydney’s North-West. The new stage will deliver over 200 apartments to the sought-after Hills District, supported by new retail and resident amenity.&nbsp;

Located near the Hills Showground Metro Station at 32 Carrington Road, Castle Hill, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lily-lane-at-carrington-place-castle-hill-32-carrington-road-castle-hill-nsw-2154">Lily Lane</a> has launched with the release of 105 apartments.

Designed by award-winning architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ptw">PTW</a>, Lily Lane comprises a combined total of 213 units over two 12-storey towers anchored by a ground-floor retail offering. A range of floorplan configurations are available including 67 one-bedroom, 100 two-bedroom and 46 three-bedroom apartments.

One-bedroom apartments are sized from 50-72 sqm with prices starting at $720,000, while two-bedrooms are priced from $960,000 with sizes ranging from 75 to 132 sqm. The three-bedroom floorplans are sized between 97 and 182 sqm, with prices starting at $1,350,000.&nbsp;

Six exclusive penthouses crown the Lily Lane towers, offering opulent interiors of up to 285 sqm. They are priced from $2.9 million.

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Blake Schulze, National Director – Residential at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a>, says Lily Lane builds on the sell-out success of Carrington Place’s first stage, Atrium.&nbsp;

“Lily Lane offers everything north-west buyers are seeking - including spacious, flexible floorplans with premium finishes and sweeping views of the Hills District to the north," Schulze said.

"Its central location brings residents even closer to Hills Showground Metro Station, with retail, dining, recreation and essential services at their fingertips.

Schulze says early enquiries reflect pent-up demand for Lily Lane’s three-bedroom and penthouse apartments, reinforcing the appetite for house-sized units in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/castle-hill-nsw-2154">Castle Hill</a>,&nbsp;especially among downsizers.

Lily Lane has sought to incorporate features that are more&nbsp;traditional in freestanding homes. Over 75 per cent of residences include dedicated studies, multipurpose rooms or family rooms, with select layouts offering walk-in pantries and laundries.

Buyers have two interior colour schemes to choose from. ‘Breeze’ is a light-toned palette with warm timber accents, and ‘Dawn’ is a cooler mid-toned colourway.&nbsp;

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Apartments also feature premium Miele appliances, including ovens, washing machines, dryers, gas cooktops and dishwashers. Larger homes offer integrated Miele microwaves, Fisher &amp; Paykel integrated refrigerators and five-burner Miele cooktops.

Lily Lane’s ‘village-style’ architectural design is designed to maximise walkability and access to green space. Its two elegant towers are separated by a central landscaped laneway lined with lily plants, giving the project its name.&nbsp;

The towers will be crowned by rooftop terraces with BBQ areas offering views of the Hills District. Residents can also access a shared community room, complete with a fully equipped kitchen.

“As the gateway to the wider Carrington Place masterplan, this new stage delivers a premium experience,"&nbsp;said Puja Khanna, Associate Director – Design, Marketing and Sales at Ellipse Property.

"It features beautifully curated landscaping, refined interiors and architecture designed to maximise space, light and views. With a supermarket and essential services just minutes away, the addition of Lily Lane’s ground-floor retail will elevate everyday convenience and deliver a vibrant precinct for residents.”

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Lily Lane will be constructed by award-winning iCIRT-rated builder Decode Group, with construction to commence in mid-2026 and expected to complete early 2029.

Carrington Place comprises more than 800 apartments and is being delivered across multiple stages. Completion of the masterplan is expected in 2032. Integrated with neighbouring bushland, the project will feature over 20,000 square metres of outdoor recreational area, including a one-kilometre boardwalk to the nearby Fred Caterson Reserve.&nbsp;

The Hills Showground Metro Station is just a two-minute walk away, offering fast connectivity to Sydney’s CBD, North Sydney, Chatswood, Macquarie Park and Norwest Business Park.

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Ellipse launches Lily Lane, stage two of Carrington Place

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/one-global-capital">One Global Capital</a>, a Sydney-based global property development and investment firm, is set to transform a 1.4-hectare site in Five Dock into a $1.5 billion mixed-use precinct.

The integrated precinct is planned to include 750 apartments across five residential towers, a 150-key hotel, around 10,000 sqm of retail and lifestyle space, as well as health and wellness facilities, extensive landscaped open space, and community amenities.

Planning approval submission is targeted for June 2026.

One Global Capital Founder Iwan Sunito told Apartments.com.au that the Five Dock site, which he has owned for over two decades, is one of the best he's ever had.

"I probably hadn't appreciated the uniqueness of the site until more recently when putting together the concept plans," Sunito says.

"The proximity to the water, and the golf course opposite, is unlike any other part of Parramatta Road. We have a unique position and view corridors over the water that makes this one of the best sites I've worked on."

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Sunito said he wants to create a "city within a city", designing a multi-cultural precinct with the convenience of retail and public space at the forefront.

"We want to create a development that's not only to be seen, but to be experienced by the whole local community."

He adds that the Five Dock is emerging into a "really solid suburb", with the growth in&nbsp;the area continuing to be supported by rising residential values across the Canada Bay and Leichhardt local government areas, driven by major infrastructure investment and enhanced transport connectivity.&nbsp;

The new precinct will benefit from close proximity to a key transport network, including the Five Dock Metro Station, located approximately 1.1 kilometres from the site. The new Burwood Metro stop will be just 800m.

The project marks a renewed collaboration between Sunito and internationally acclaimed architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada</a>, the creative partnership behind some of Sydney’s most recognisable residential landmarks, &nbsp;including Infinity, Arc, and Skye North Sydney.&nbsp;

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“The concept for this development is born from our design approach to naturalising architecture," Koichi Takada said.

"The public realm benefits from biophilic design that integrates generous landscaping, and the development is optimised &nbsp;for natural daylight, airflow and water views to foster wellbeing, sustainability and spaces that foster community interaction."

A key feature of the mixed-use development will be a lifestyle retail precinct, offering shopping and dining &nbsp;experiences - including a proposed state-of-the-art car showroom - as well as communal spaces for community &nbsp;use. Veteran retail and commercial property practitioner, Simon McTigue, has been engaged to consult on the &nbsp;delivery and leasing of the retail precinct, having previously worked on notable mixed-use projects such as East &nbsp;Village Shopping Centre in Zetland and South Village Shopping Centre Kirrawee, as well as other projects with &nbsp;Iwan Sunito in Green Square and Parramatta, to name a few.&nbsp;

“The Five Dock site offers a unique opportunity for retailers, conveniently located within easy walking distance &nbsp;of the metro station. On completion, the integrated precinct will provide the community with a new Inner West &nbsp;town centre, offering daily convenience via a proposed large format supermarket and fresh food precinct, as well &nbsp;as a restaurant and café district situated alongside key services such as a medical and health centre. It will be a &nbsp;place to live, work and play,” said Simon McTigue, Director of Wallaringa Consulting.&nbsp;

Samuel Sunito, Director of Capital at One Global Capital, confirmed strong inbound interest from both domestic and global investors seeking co-investment opportunities in the project. “We are currently engaging with &nbsp;investors both locally but also globally from Indonesia, the United States, China, Singapore, Vietnam, and Dubai &nbsp;to ensure alignment of vision and long-term value creation,” he said.&nbsp;

Investment participation will remain open until approximately Q2 2026, with equity allocations managed selectively.&nbsp;

“Equity available to the broader market will be limited, with priority given to long-standing capital partners. In terms of One Global Capital’s investment philosophy, we will continue to retain majority ownership, ensuring &nbsp;strong alignment of interests and preserving the long-term integrity of the project for all stakeholders,” Samuel &nbsp;said.

"A city within a city": Iwan Sunito flags $1.5 billion mixed-use precinct in Five Dock

Holiday home buyers who have long gravitated to Queenstown’s alpine setting are increasingly looking for low-maintenance apartments that allow them to lock up and leave, while still generating income when they’re away.

For Wendy, who had spent years visiting the Queenstown and Arrowtown region, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/safari-group">Safari Group</a>’s Mountain Oak Apartments provided the opportunity to formalise what had previously been a recurring holiday pattern.

“We always had Queenstown in the back of our minds to buy something there as a holiday home,” she says. “We love the Queenstown and Arrowtown area.”

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Time spent visiting her sister-in-law, who owns in Arrowtown, along with regular stays at Millbrook Resort, had already shaped a strong personal connection to the region.&nbsp;

Rather than approaching the purchase purely as an investment play, Wendy’s starting point was lifestyle.

“We were more thinking about ourselves and where we could stay, and then the rental aspect was second.”

Mountain Oak Apartments, located within the masterplanned Remarkables Park precinct in Frankton, aligned with that thinking. The ability to secure the apartment with a deposit and settle on completion made the timing work.

“The fact that we could put a deposit down with the balance on completion was a bonus for us,” she explains.

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Wendy selected a two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse, a configuration that supports both private use and guest flexibility.

“The two-bedroom, two-bathroom configuration appealed from both a rental viewpoint and for the ability to have friends stay while we are there,” she says.

Across the development, two-bedroom apartments range from 64sqm to 78sqm, with two-bedroom plus flexi options from 71sqm to 75sqm, each with an allocated car park. The flexi layouts introduce an additional space suited to work or hobbies, reflecting demand from buyers who split their time between leisure and remote work.

Apartments include underfloor heating in bathrooms, heat pumps to living areas, and joinery positioned to maximise natural light and mountain outlooks. The Remarkables Park precinct is known for its extended winter sunshine hours, water frontage and open views toward The Remarkables.&nbsp;

Units come in light and dark interior colour schemes.

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While lifestyle was the primary driver, the fundamentals of the Queenstown market added reassurance.&nbsp;

“Proximity to the airport and tourism being the main attraction all year round,” Wendy says, when asked what stood out from an investment perspective.

Mountain Oak sits just eight kilometres from Queenstown’s CBD and around a two-minute drive from Queenstown Airport.&nbsp;

For Wendy, that airport proximity carries practical value.

“The airport proximity is a bonus, we think that being so close will be an attraction for the convenience side.”

Residents are also a short drive from Coronet Peak, Jack’s Point Golf Course, New World Supermarket, Five Mile Shopping Centre, and the dining, medical, gym, cinema and library amenities within the town centre, as well as the seasonal Remarkables Market.

Importantly, the purchase does not lock owners into a single use. Mountain Oak offers the flexibility to opt for short-term visitor accommodation or longer-term residential rental management, with 365-day visitor accommodation consent in place. Owners can utilise Safari Group’s 24/7 on-site management service or appoint their own provider, and do not need to decide on a strategy immediately.

“It was a bonus that we can rent it out as well as use it for ourselves,” she says.

Additional buying options, including furniture packages and storage units available for purchase within the building, further support a lock-and-leave model suited to interstate and overseas owners.

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Mountain Oak Apartments comprises 141 residences, ranging from one-bedroom configurations through to larger apartments and penthouses. One-bedroom apartments are currently priced from NZ$639,000, with three-bedroom options from NZ$1,299,000.

With 365-day visitor accommodation consent, the development is structured to respond to Queenstown’s established four-season tourism economy, spanning winter ski traffic and summer hiking, cycling, golf and lake-based activity.

Although Wendy acknowledges the strength of rental demand, her approach remains long term.

“We’re not planning to sell it anytime soon, so we are keen to hang on to it, but the passive income will be a bonus.”

Confidence in the developer also influenced her decision. Before proceeding, Wendy sought feedback within the local building community.

“We asked around and Safari Group had a good reputation,” she says.

Safari Group has delivered more than 2,000 hotel units and residential apartments across over 18 developments nationwide, with more than 25 years’ experience in the sector.

With completion anticipated by mid-2027, Mountain Oak is attracting a cross-section of buyers, from yield-focused investors to lifestyle purchasers seeking a foothold in one of New Zealand’s most tightly held alpine markets.

For Wendy, it represents both a future holiday base and a long-term asset within Queenstown’s year-round tourism economy.

How Mountain Oak Apartments draws holiday home buyers to Queenstown

Aniko

In the rapidly expanding landscape of the Gold Coast, <a href="/new-apartments/hope-island-qld-4212">Hope Island</a> stands out as one of the region's fastest-growing and most sought-after areas.

Nestled alongside canals, <a href="/new-apartments/hope-island-qld-4212">the suburb</a> has become a haven for residents seeking easy water access for boating, fishing, jet skiing, and an array of water sports.

Adding to the allure of the location is the new market village, Marina Quays, which epitomises the upscale feel of the suburb. The village boasts an eclectic mix of boutique-style retailers, entertainment options, and a dedicated area for children.&nbsp;

At the heart of the coveted residential suburb lies <a href="/buildings/no-35-grant-residences-35-grant-avenue-hope-island">Aniko Group's No. 35 Grant Residences</a>, the boutique development of 58 townhouses which combine contemporary architecture with innovative landscaping.

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Positioned on one of the last available parcels of <a href="/new-apartments/hope-island-qld-4212">Hope Island</a> waterfront, 35 Grant Residences provides unrivalled bridge-free access to the Coomera River, Broadwater, and the Gold Coast's famous waterways. The prime location offers residents the opportunity to embrace coastal city living at its finest.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundant green spaces that surround the development, striking the perfect balance between tranquility and excitement.

The location of 35 Grant Residences within the thriving community of Hope Island allows residents to experience luxury oceanside living paired with upscale dining, premier shopping, and top-notch golfing.

The area's popularity is evident from the rising property prices, with median house prices surging to $1.475 million in 2022, representing a 38.5 percent increase in just 12 months. The average unit price also saw a rise of 16.5 percent, reaching $679,000.

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To ensure the sustainable development of the area, Hope Island is being planned under a specific control plan. The plan foresees a controlled population growth, with a cap set at 18,000 residents.&nbsp;

No. 35 Grant Residences also benefits from proximity to transportation hubs. Hope Island, Helensvale, and Coomera train stations are just a short drive away, offering convenient connectivity to the broader <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> region, while the newly constructed M1 Motorway ensures seamless travel to places such as <a href="/new-townhouses/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>, Brisbane Airport, and <a href="/new-townhouses/coolangatta-qld-4225">Coolangatta</a> Airport, all of which are within 45 minutes' reach.

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Positioned on one of the last available parcels of Hope Island waterfront, 35 Grant Residences provides unrivalled bridge-free access to the Coomera River, Broadwater, and the Gold Coast's famous waterways

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A vision to create a green oasis in the heart of Hope Island: Around Aniko's No.35 Grant Residences

It only took a soft launch for reputable Gold Coast developer Aniko Group to secure almost 50 per cent of their new Chevron Island apartment tower, Orama.

Aniko, led by George Mastrocostas, is only just putting the finishing touches to their onsite display suite at 12-16 Weemala Street, a large site which they acquired in 2021 through GV Property Group.

They were inundated with enquiry from locals, who have made up the bulk of the purchasers in the 102-apartment project since Aniko started its coming soon phase over the summer, Aniko Sales Director Peter Malady says.

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Prices have ranged from $895,000 through to the $3.15 million penthouse, which is expected to exchange next week to a local downsizer.

"Most of the buyers, as we expected, have come from either Chevron Island, or within a five kilometre radius," Malady said, adding that buyers have come from Surfers and Paradise, just the other side of the Chevron Island Bridge.

"Most of them are downsizing their family homes and are wanting a more maintenance free lifestyle in a village community."

Malady said their second largest buying demographic are lock up and leave holidaymakers from Sydney and Melbourne.

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"There's wealthy clientele from all areas of Sydney and Melbourne who are securing two-bedroom apartments and will use it for themselves when they come and holiday, and will lock it up for the rest of the time."&nbsp;

Malady says Sydney purchasers have, for a long time, been more prevalent across their portfolio than those from Melbourne, however it's been more of an even split at Orama.

Orama was designed by Plus Architecture, who noted in their design statement that&nbsp;the design of the tower was inspired by the natural soft and subtle movements of the surrounding environment, the form dips and curves to mimic these graceful lines.

"This ultimately crafts a highly articulated building which not only takes these movements into consideration, but also captures the picturesque surrounds."

Crowning the project on level 21 is a 550 sqm rooftop which will feature&nbsp;a striking lap pool and spa.

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Having nearly cleared the 50 per cent sold milestone, Aniko are well on track to kick off construction on time. They're targeting to start the build in Q4 2023.

As a builder developer, Aniko don't have the trials and tribulations of most developers across the Gold Coast, indeed across most of the country.

"We'll be pulling our building team from Athena Residences on Hope Island when that's finished and they'll start building Orama," Malady says.&nbsp;

"It's a rare, and and incredibly attractive proposition for buyers in today's off the plan property market. We don't need to find a builders and battle with cost increases, we just move from one of our own developments to the next. It's a great vote of confidence in the project that we have a 100 per cent completion rate on everything we've done."

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Prices have ranged from $895,000 through to the $3.15 million penthouse, which is expected to exchange next week to a local downsizer

Aniko approach 50% sold at Orama Chevron Island apartments

Extensive amenity was a key component when Aniko Group were putting together plans for their maiden Chevron Island apartment tower, Orama.

Working with Plus Architecture, Aniko have produced an impressive set of facilities for future residents of Orama, and they're all located on the roof.

They're offering a range of indoor and outdoor spaces, with 180 degree ocean views across Surfers Paradise and the Gold Coast waterways.

The 550 sqm rooftop on level 21 will feature a striking lap pool and spa, which take in the best views.

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A gym, sauna, and a yoga space form a wellness-style zone, while there's extensive work from home facilities in the form of private offices, booths, and even a boardroom.

A number of indoor and outdoor dining spaces will also feature.

George Mastrocostas, Aniko Group's Founder and Managing Director, believes that the inclusion of amenity in the modern day enhances the desirability of a property and contributes to the pleasure and enjoyment of residents.

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"Amenities play a major role in a purchasers choice," Mastrocostas said.

"For many buyers, the amenities are a key deciding factor when comparing projects of a similar scale or nature, as society continues to prioritise convenience in their everyday lives.

"This has lead Aniko Group to ensure we incorporate a range of amenities in our residential apartment projects, which can be seen with the inclusions on the Orama rooftop."

Orama, which translate to 'vision' in Ancient Greek, will comprise 102 apartments, targeting a mainly owner-occupiers demographic, with a mix of two-bedroom apartments, three-bedroom skyhomes, and two luxury penthouses.&nbsp;

Mastrocostas says that when you purchase an Aniko apartment, you are purchasing more than simply a place to arrive after work. You are purchasing a personal haven rich in social infrastructure.

"Aniko derives from the Greek word 'to belong'," Mastrocostas said.

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"We aim to create a sense of community and belonging in all our projects and this is achieved primarily through engaging people in some form and that’s where amenities play a vital role.

"They give residents an opportunity to meet other people that live there and use the amenities, hence helping form a sense of community and belonging."

Orama is Aniko's first foray on Chevron Island, having extensively redeveloped Hope Island with their&nbsp;$125 million Athena Residences, $145 million Athena Quays, and the $56 million 35 Grant Ave Residences.

They've also recently unveiled plans for a <a href="/news/qld/aniko-lodge-plans-for-1-5-billion-mermaid-beach-development">landmark $1.5 billion four-tower project at Mermaid Beach</a>, just across the road from Pacific Fair.&nbsp;

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The 550 sqm rooftop on level 21 will feature a striking lap pool and spa, which take in the best views

"Creating a sense of community": The rooftop terrace set to bring Orama, Chevron Island residents together

Buyers following the journey of developer Aniko Group are set to be offered something different in the prominent developer's portfolio.

Aniko, who have been responsible of the extensive residential development on Hope Island over the last few years, are branching out, but sticking with island life.

Their latest project to launch is Orama, on the in-demand Chevron Island, which has seen a boom in development in the last few years since the establishment of the Home of the Arts (HOTA) precinct.

Orama will rise 21 levels from 12-16 Weemala Street, conveniently located just off Thomas Drive, the retail, food and cafe which dissects the island. The site, put together by GV Property Group, is also located on the sought-after eastern side of Chevron Island, which makes it just a short 950 metre walk over the bridge to the heart of Surfers Paradise.

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There will be 102 apartments in the tower, six units per floor on the lower levels comprising two-bed, two-bath units with a study, and most with two car parks. Prices start from $795,000.

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On the higher levels there are three-bedroom skyhomes and two penthouses.

Plus Architecture has designed the tower, noting in their submission that they&nbsp;always design with the intent to produce buildings that are not only beautiful, but considered, functional and lasting.

A statement of Aniko's efficiency in the development space, they've taken just 10 months to go from site acquisition to project launch, having secured the sqm site in February. They got the green light from the Gold Coast City Council in October, and are expecting to start construction in the first half of next year.

Aniko Managing Director George Mastrocostas said they were extremely happy to have council approval behind them, as they now look to the next phase of delivering Aniko’s signature dose of luxury to Chevron Island

“With all approvals now in place, we are looking forward to carrying the next luxury offering into Chevron Island, which will be competitively priced against other off the plan stock in the area,” Mastrocostas said.

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While still delivering their projects on Hope Island, Aniko looked away from the popular pocket to bring something new to their portfolio.

“This pocket of the Gold Coast has a unique character that you can’t replicate elsewhere – its exclusive, its vibrant and its quickly becoming one of the most sought after residential enclaves on the coast,” Mastrocostas said.

“Orama is just a short walk to Surfers Paradise, the beach, the Gold Coast’s cultural heart and all the amenities the central Gold Coast has to offer.”

Mastrocostas said the apartment development would appeal to a wide buyer demographic, from discerning owner occupiers through to long-term investors when it launches to the market in the coming months.

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“This project will cater to a broad market of buyers, from the interstate migrants to local downsizers or luxury upgrader, its idyllic layout makes it the ultimate location for households both big and small."

The rooftop of Orama will feature a sprawling rooftop recreation area overlooking the Surfers Paradise skyline.

The full 21st level will home a&nbsp;lap pool and spa with 180 degree views across the ocean, a gym with a sauna and a yoga space, and a business lounge with private offices, booths, and a boardroom.

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Aniko launch Orama apartments on Chevron Island

Plans have been submitted by the local Gold Coast apartment developer Aniko Group for their massive $1.5 billion landmark project in Mermaid Beach.

The four-tower development on over 1.1 hectares on the corner of Gold Coast Highway and Seaside Avenue, will see 973 apartments delivered, as well as a luxury hotel, offices, and a good, beverage and retail precinct.

The four towers, which are designed by award-winning firm Plus Architecture, will rise 25, 30, 40 and 53 levels, with a mix of&nbsp;one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as an exclusive collection of three-bedroom-plus-study sky homes, sub-penthouses and penthouses.

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The apartments will range in size from 60 sqm for the one-bed units to over 500 sqm for the penthouses. Plus have designed the apartments&nbsp;to appeal to a broad range of buyers from sea changers, owner-occupier lifestyle seekers, downsizers, investors, and lock-and-leave holiday homeowners.

Residents will have access to&nbsp;extensive amenity on an expansive recreation podium. The podium will service all four towers, offering a central resort-style lagoon pool, separate lap pool, sauna, steam room and a large gym.

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The recreation podium will also provide extensive recreational amenities for residents and hotel guests including a bowling alley, a teen arcade, a Treasure Island kids’ play area with a Lazy River kids’ lagoon, and a multi-use court that will accommodate half-court basketball, volleyball and pickleball.

A residents’ lounge, with work-from-home facilities, will be complemented by breakout seating areas throughout, including a dedicated firepit.

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The ground floor will offer fine dining that utilises more than 100 metres&nbsp;of waterfront presence to the west of the property facing Pacific Fair.

Aniko Group Managing Director George Mastrocostas said they're hoping to launch the first stage of the project in late 2023, pending approvals, with the first residents to be welcomed by 2025.

The project will be delivered in four stages over the next six years. The first stage will comprise the 30-level tower with 175 one, two and three-bedroom units on offer.

“We believe the proposed plan will provide a unique and highly curated experience for both residents and workers of the development and the local community beyond,"&nbsp;Mastrocostas said.

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“With the support of GCCC, we intend to reinvigorate the existing Pacific Fair Drive with retail, food and beverage tenancies which will invite and encourage pedestrian movement along our site and towards the canal edge.

“With these lifestyle and connectivity considerations key components of the master plan, this project will certainly be a game-changer for Mermaid Beach as residents and visitors can live, work, eat and play all within the same vicinity."

The mixed-use development will also include more than 10,000sqm of commercial A-grade office space, leveraging off the site’s prime position along the Gold Coast light rail while bolstering supply in a tightening Gold Coast office market.

“The inclusion of a commercial component to the project will create a local hub for a range of businesses and services located within walking distance to accessible public transport,” Mastrocostas added.

The four towers, which are designed by award-winning firm Plus Architecture, will rise 25, 30, 40 and 53 levels

Aniko lodge plans for $1.5 billion Mermaid Beach development

The Gold Coast apartment developer, Aniko Group, is the latest to lodge plans for an apartment project on the sought-after Chevron Island.

Aniko, who have predominantly been developing on&nbsp;Hope Island for the last few years, have submitted a development application to the Gold Coast City Council for a 21-level tower at 12-16 Weemala Street, a site they bought last year through GV Property Group.

There will be over 100 apartments across the 18 residential levels. The first two levels will be podium for elevated parking, set above an activated ground plane with a large lobby. There will be a further two levels of basement parking.

Plus Architecture has designed the tower, noting in their submission that they&nbsp;always design with the intent to produce buildings that are not only beautiful, but considered, functional and lasting.

<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here.</a>

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&quot;It is a fundamental belief of ours that well considered design improves the way we live,&quot; Plus suggested.

They said the design of the tower was inspired by the natural soft and subtle movements of the surrounding environment, the form dips and curves to mimic these graceful lines.

&quot;This ultimately crafts a highly articulated building which not only takes these movements into consideration, but also captures the picturesque surrounds.&quot;

The two-bedroom apartments will start from 90 sqm in internal space, with a further 15 sqm of balcony. The biggest apartments are on level 20, the three-bed, three-bath plus multi-purpose room offering over 200 sqm of internal living area.

Level 21 homes the rooftop recreational facilities, which includes a lap pool and spa with 180 degree views across the ocean, a gym with a sauna and a yoga space, and a business lounge with private offices, booths, and a boardroom.

<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here.</a>

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There&#39;s also a multi-purpose room, and a private indoor barbecue space, which can open up to a dining and function area, both bookable for residents.

When the site was purchased, Aniko boss&nbsp;George Mastrocostas said the company would take&nbsp;a different approach to&nbsp;Chevron Island than Hope Island, creating a project&nbsp;in keeping with the community fabric of the island suburb.

&ldquo;Chevron is just a short walk to Surfers Paradise, the beach, the Gold Coast&rsquo;s cultural heart and all the amenities the central Gold Coast has to offer.

&quot;It&rsquo;s both laid back and sophisticated at the same time, so these are the elements that we will inspire us when we finalise our plans.&rdquo;

Plus Architecture&nbsp;Director Danny Juric says the tower will be inspired by &lsquo;elegant simplicity&rsquo;.

<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here.</a>

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&ldquo;Our concept for the project is really driven by this idea of creating more than an apartment &ndash; we want to create homes. Homes that sit in the sky gazing in 360 degrees across the waterways, city skyline, and sunsets over the hinterland,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We want the structure to convey this simple elegance while being grounded by a collection of townhomes that complements the distinct village atmosphere of&nbsp;Chevron Island.&rdquo;

Earlier&nbsp;this year Aniko sold out Athena Residences, one of a number of&nbsp;projects they&#39;ve on Hope Island in recent years.

Plus Architecture has designed the tower, noting in their submission that they always design with the intent to produce buildings that are not only beautiful, but considered, functional and lasting

First look: Aniko's Chevron Island apartment plans

Gold Coast developer Aniko Group, the company behind the transformation of Hope Island,&nbsp;is headed to&nbsp;Chevron Island for its latest project.

Aniko has acquired a development site at Chevron Island on which it is planning a Plus Architecture-designed tower.

The 1,518 sqm site&nbsp;at 12-16 Weemala Street, sold by GV Property Group&#39;s Luke Reaby, is positioned in the south-west pocket of Chevron Island, within easy access to the island suburb&rsquo;s retail strip and the city&rsquo;s emerging cultural precinct at HOTA.

Aniko managing director George Mastrocostas said he is currently reviewing his options for the Chevron Island site with a view to building on the success the company has achieved at Hope Island.

&ldquo;We are taking a different approach to Chevron Island in keeping with the community fabric of the island suburb,&rdquo;&nbsp;Mastrocostas said.

&ldquo;Chevron is just a short walk to Surfers Paradise, the beach, the Gold Coast&rsquo;s cultural heart and all the amenities the central Gold Coast has to offer. It&rsquo;s both laid back and sophisticated at the same time, so these are the elements that we will inspire us when we finalise our plans.&rdquo;

<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here</a>

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Plus Architecture Director Danny Juric says the tower will be inspired by &lsquo;elegant simplicity&rsquo;.

&ldquo;Our concept for the project is really driven by this idea of creating more than an apartment &ndash; we want to create homes. Homes that sit in the sky gazing in 360 degrees across the waterways, city skyline, and sunsets over the hinterland,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We want the structure to convey this simple elegance while being grounded by a collection of townhomes that complements the distinct village atmosphere of Chevron Island.&rdquo;

<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here.</a>

Aniko Group is renowned for creating residences designed for owner occupiers.

The company&rsquo;s latest development, No. 35 Grant Avenue, will bring to market 48 townhouses and 10 waterfront duplex villas to Hope Island. The development has been designed around an expansive park precinct with meandering walkways and gardens to create an urban oasis for residents.

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&ldquo;We are looking forward to transforming this site into a residential offering that will appeal to a broad range of buyers,&rdquo;&nbsp;Mastrocostas added.

&ldquo;Our aim is to create large living spaces and deliver a range of superb resident amenities that align with the convenience of the Chevron Island location.&rdquo;

Over the past few years Aniko has been pivotal in the transformation of the Gold Coast&rsquo;s North Shore, delivering back-to-back to sell-outs in its premium waterfront developments across Hope Island.

The company&rsquo;s debut foray into the residential enclave saw it sell out stages 1 and 2 of its No. 1 Grant Avenue development in just five months.

Overflow demand quickly flooded its successive development, the $125 million Athena, located just across the road which spent just three months on the market.

“We are taking a different approach to Chevron Island in keeping with the community fabric of the island suburb,” Mastrocostas said

Aniko Group secure Chevron Island apartment development site

The prominent Hope Island developer, Aniko Group, has laid out further residential apartment plans for the ever-growing island precinct.

Aniko, led by George&nbsp;Mastrocostas, has sought approval for a further 185 apartments on the&nbsp;9,279 sqm site at 10-12 Sickle Avenue that was acquired earlier this year.

The two-building development will adjoin their Athena Residences apartment development at 6-8 Sickle, which recently secured approval from the Gold Coast City Council.

Aniko has had their go-to architecture firm, the local Archidiom, created plans for the two mid-rise buildings, focused around a central recreation area feature a pool, gym, theatre, residents lounge and outdoor seating and lawns.

Tower A will have 98 apartments, a mix of 86 two-bedroom units and 16 three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;Tower B will home 87 two-bedroom apartments.

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Town planner&nbsp;Zone Planning Group said the&nbsp;proposal is expected to act as a catalyst for the establishment of further higher density development within Hope Island and will assist in ensuring that a portion of the planned density lost to the nearby lower density developments is achieved.

At the time of purchase, Mastrocostas said the site would be suited to a high-density apartment precinct, comparing it&nbsp;to their nearby $140 million 1 Grant Avenue project, which is all sold out.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;re delighted to have put a foothold on another premium waterfront site in Hope Island and we are looking forward to adding a spectacular project to support the demand for apartment living in the area,&rdquo;&nbsp;Mastrocostas said.

&ldquo;The site is very large and offers unfettered access to the Hope Island Canal and The Broadwater and we believe it would be suited to a luxury apartment project to complement what we have already created at Hope Island.&quot;

The development is Aniko&#39;s fifth on Hope Island.

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The two-building development will adjoin their Athena Residences, which recently secured approval from the Gold Coast City Council.



Aniko push on with further Hope Island apartment development

The developer Aniko Group has continued to see huge success on Hope Island on the Gold Coast.

Since launching Athena Residences three weeks ago, Aniko has secured over 60 per cent, some $55 million, of sales at the $125 million Sickle Avenue&nbsp;development, with local owner-occupiers making up most of the purchasers.

Investors are continuing to creep back in to the market. They made up a third of sales.

The quick sales come following their sell-out of its&nbsp;$140 million development, No. 1 Grant Avenue, located across the road.

&ldquo;We are humbled and encouraged by this continued demand and support for our luxury waterfront apartment living in Hope Island, Aniko Group founder&nbsp;George Mastrocostas said.

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&quot;We are fortunate to be able to meet the market&rsquo;s expectations once again with an exceptional collection of high-end homes at Athena Residences.

&ldquo;Our sales program has steadily continued its pace from 1 Grant Avenue to Athena Residences unabated, which serves to confirm our deep-rooted belief in Hope Island as the leading residential precinct for luxury waterfront downsizer living,&quot;&nbsp;Mastrocostas added. 
 
Set on the opposite site to its No. 1 Grant Avenue, Athena Residences will have16 one-bedroom apartments, 153 two-bedroom apartments and an exclusive release of 16 luxury three-bedroom Skyhomes, which will range in size from 170 sqm to 260 sqm.

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Aniko are seeking to&nbsp;get private marina berths approved from the council for residents.

Mastrocostas said the key drivers for the downsizer trend has been&nbsp;the opening of the Hope Island Marketplace shopping precinct, as well as the pending Coomera Connector, which&nbsp;Mastrocostas says he has no doubt&nbsp; have really made Hope Island a sought-after, central location in which to live.

&ldquo;Notwithstanding we have tapped into a growing cohort of downsizers by creating a luxury, affordable waterfront apartment living that previously was lacking in the Hope Island precinct.&rdquo;

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Aniko are&nbsp;working on plans for another Hope Island development of waterfront townhouses on a recently acquired site nearby on Grant Avenue.

Peter Malady, Sales and Marketing Director at Aniko Group, said it&#39;s incredible to see the strength of the local market which has just been superseded by interstate interest in recent months.

&ldquo;Local downsizers and first home buyers have a strong appreciation of Hope Island&rsquo;s value and aren&rsquo;t going to sit idly by when a premium waterfront product such as this hits the market.&rdquo;

&ldquo;Athena Residences is a unique product in that it provides an adaptive layout typically unseen in apartment floorplans, allocating additional space to allow for the choice of working from home, plus the resort style facilities and the abundance of open space and greenery which covers a massive 60% of the site,&nbsp;Malady said.

The first release of Athena Residences encompasses 122 units &ndash; including two-bedroom and study and three-bedroom Skyhomes &ndash; ranging in price from $479,000&nbsp;to $1.5 million.

The quick sales come following their sell-out of its $140 million development, No. 1 Grant Avenue, located across the road

Aniko Group secure 60% of sales in newest Hope Island apartment development, Athena Residences

It was announced in July that Brisbane would host the 2032 Olympics, which is expected to give even further momentum to the property market in South East Queensland.

Urban has wrapped up all of the property moves over July, from development applications to sales launches.

<h2>Raptis launch Pearl, Main Beach sales</h2>

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The veteran Gold Coast developer Raptis has launched sales at its latest Main Beach apartment development, the $160 million Pearl, Main Beach.

The 30-level tower at 3550-3552&nbsp;Main Beach Parade&nbsp;will have 80 apartments, including&nbsp;a luxury two-level penthouse.

Pearl, Main Beach, is the first foray in to the Main Beach market by Raptis, headed by founder Jim Raptis who started the company in Sydney&nbsp;back in the mid 1960s.

To read more about Pearl, Main Beach, <a href="/news/qld/raptis-launch-pearl-main-beach-apartment-tower-amid-booming-gold-coast-market">click here</a>.

<h2>Joe Adsett&#39;s Rockpool Rainbow Bay apartments get green light after &quot;unbelievable&quot; buyer interest</h2>

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The luxury Rainbow Bay, Coolangatta apartment development Rockpool, developed and designed by the architect-turned-developer&nbsp;Joe Adsett, has got the go-ahead from the&nbsp;Gold Coast City Council.

The council signed off on the 20 apartment project at 154-156 Marine Parade, a sought-after strip fronting&nbsp;Kirra Beach.

Todd Matheson from KMSM said the response has been unbelievable.

To read more about Rockpool, Rainbow Bay, <a href="/news/qld/joe-adsetts-rockpool-rainbow-bay-apartments-get-green-light-after-unbelievable-buyer-interest">click here</a>.

<h2>Landmark $800 million Surfers Paradise apartment towers to be one of the Gold Coast&#39;s biggest resort-style developments</h2>

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The Gold Coast is set to see one of its biggest ever residential resort-style developments.

The Shanghai-headquartered international property developer SPG Land, in a joint-venture with Australian developer Gordon Corp, has lodged plans for nearly 800 apartments to be built across three towers in the heart of Surfers Paradise.

They will be anchored by a new ground-level retail and dining plaza at the street level&nbsp;Ferny Avenue. The 1.15 hectare site will be bounded by&nbsp;Ferny Ave, one of Surfers main streets, as well as&nbsp;Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Pandanus Avenue and Ocean Avenue near the Surfers Paradise North light rail station.

To read more about the trio of towers, <a href="/news/qld/landmark-800-million-surfers-paradise-apartment-towers-to-be-one-of-the-gold-coasts-biggest-resort-style-developments">click here</a>.

<h2>One Cannes, Surfers Paradise apartments near sell-out, launch penthouses</h2>

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The Gold Coast developer Marquee Development Partners has nearly sold out their $85 million One Cannes apartment development between Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise.

The sales update comes just over a month&nbsp;after the development at 1 Cannes Avenue received approval from the Gold Coast City Council.

One Cannes had wrapped up 65 per cent of sales in just 10 days after its launch in May.&nbsp;

To read more about One Cannes, <a href="/news/qld/one-cannes-surfers-paradise-apartments-near-sell-out-launch-penthouses">click here</a>.

<h2>Spyre Group lodge exclusive Burleigh Heads apartment development</h2>

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The South East Queensland developer&nbsp;Spyre Group&nbsp;has lodged plans for their most boutique project yet on the Gold Coast.

Having spent around $11 million on 10 Goodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads, earlier this year, the Andrew Malouf-led developer has filed for an exclusive collection of just three apartments on the near beachfront site.

Designed by bureau^proberts with landscaping from Cusp, 10 Goodwin is crowned by a two level penthouse with its own private rooftop pool.

<h2>Aniko Group continue Hope Island transformation with further apartment site acquisition</h2>

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The surging transformation of Hope Island on the Gold Coast is set to continue.

The&nbsp;Aniko&nbsp;Group, who are behind a number of residential developments at the gateway to Hope Island, has&nbsp;acquired another waterfront site on Sickle Avenue, with plans for more waterfront apartments.

The 9,280 sqm site at 10-12 Sickle Avenue, with an 80-metre frontage to the Hope Island Canal, is&nbsp;Aniko&#39;s fifth on the Gold Coast island.

It was announced in July that Brisbane would host the 2032 Olympics, which is expected to give even further momentum to the property market in South East Queensland



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