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

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

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

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

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

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

Local Little Bay residents, along with buyers from premium postcodes across Sydney’s affluent Eastern Suburbs, have dominated purchases in developer-builder Urban Property Group’s first Eastern Suburbs apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a>.

The $250 million coastal project, one of the first new developments in the area in several years, has proven particularly popular with downsizers, especially those from Coogee and Bondi. One Double Bay downsizer paid $4.7 million for a four-bedroom penthouse, setting a new local apartment price record in the process.

Buyers have been attracted to the combination of coastal tranquillity, premium design and amenity-rich neighbourhood living. The walkable village setting, along with proximity to three of Sydney’s leading golf courses, New South Wales Golf Club, St Michael’s Golf Club and The Coast Golf Club, has also been a key drawcard.

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Built across two low-rise buildings designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd">Hill Thalis</a> and set along a lush, landscaped green spine, designed by leading landscape architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia</a>, ESTE Little Bay offers a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences with interiors by Richards Stanisich.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> Sales Director, Tom McIvor said the response to ESTE has been "nothing short of extraordinary."

“Buyers have been quick to recognise ESTE as a rare opportunity to invest in a coastal sanctuary that offers both seclusion and connectivity to the heart of Sydney,” McIvor said.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">SRM Residential</a> Senior Director, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">Clayton Ross</a> said the local market has responded incredibly well, driven by ESTE’s exceptional location and the rarity it offers.

“We’ve seen strong interest from a variety of buyer groups, all of whom are drawn to the exclusivity and quality of the build and construction by the 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder / developer, Urban Property Group. There’s truly nothing else like it along Sydney’s coastline.”

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The project also includes robust buyer protections, including Resilience Insurance’s Latent Defects Insurance, providing 10 years of structural cover, and an independent iCIRT-rating of the developer.

“The iCIRT-rating adds another layer of confidence,” Ross added. “Buyers see it as a safeguard for their investment and their lifestyle.” A highlight of ESTE’s offering is its exclusive wellness amenities, including a heated rooftop infinity pool and outdoor heated spa, a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre, and a sauna.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a> is topped out and is on track to complete towards the end of 2026, with residents moving in before Christmas.

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Decibel Architecture has hit the right planning note as its revised set of plans for a sizeable apartment development sails toward approval this evening.

Fronting Smithfield Road and opposite Flemington Racecourse, Kensington's 2-22 Gatehouse Drive has been recommended for approval leading into tonight's Future Melbourne meeting. Kensington Gatehouse Development Pty Ltd is the entity backing the proposal.

Mid way through its planning campaign, the proposal was subject to a complete redesign in the face of Council feedback and public discourse by way of 60 objections. New discussion (revised) plans were submitted and consequently are the plans subject to approval.

Accounting for a number of exiting retail tenancies and an open air car park, 2-22 Gatehouse Drive's renewed design spans a L-shaped 1,800 square metre site opposite the racecourse stables.

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<figcaption>Aerial view toward Gatehouse Drive</figcaption></figure>The proposal's overall development yield has dropped with the redesign, from 82 apartments to 69. Those 69 apartments are expected to consist of 11 single, 40 double and 18 triple bedroom options.

Key to the redesign was the relocation of above ground veiled parking to three basement levels. Consequently, an almost uniform external expression which was noted as being "alien in this context" by Council planners was replaced with a varied facade in both composition and colour.

The recommended approval is subject to further design refinements which would appease all concerns held by Council planners.

2-22 Gatehouse Drive is one of only a limited number of apartment developments currently active in Kensington. It along with five additional projects stand to add a relatively meagre 330 higher density dwellings to the suburb.

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<figcaption>2-22 Gatehouse Drive as originally submitted</figcaption></figure>The pending success of Gatehouse Drive is in addition to another Decibel Architecture-designed residential project which is at sales. CV Windsor has begun its sales campaign in earnest with an eye toward delivering a uniquely expressive building.

Its approximately 70 SOHO-inspired apartments are veiled by an articulated facade to Punt Road.

On the project's interiors, Decibel Architecture describes the project as "conceived to deliver a unique typology of living to the local area. The concept is developed around the idea of a “townhouse in the sky”. There are common entrance corridors or “streets” at every third level which create an entry to an interlocking network of dual fronted apartments."

Also on the architect's design agenda is the much-hyped Magic tower on the CBD's northern fringe. The development has been the topic of a <a href="/news/magic-melbourne-a-skyscraper-concept-with-a-philanthropic-purpose">podcast with the architect</a> on Apartments.com.au, with a potential lodgement for approval in the pipeline.

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The new Tallawong Metro Station will be the catalyst for intensive urban renewal immediately to the station's south.

NSW Government development agency Landcom will oversee the staged development which aims to capitalise upon the new station. Tallawong Metro Station is situated between the rapidly growing municipalities of Blacktown City Council and The Hills Shire Council, and site at the southeastern edge of the Northwest Growth Centre.

Architecture firm Bennett and Trimble have devised the mixed-use concept plans for the precinct which adjoins Tallawong Metro Station, which is itself approaching completion.

Expected for the Rouse Hill site are as many as 16 buildings scaled up to 8 storeys in height. Those 16 buildings are slated to hold approximately 85,000 square metres of residential space or 1,107 new dwellings.

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<figcaption>Tullawong Station and the expected apartment enclave. Image: Landcom</figcaption></figure>In addition, some 9,000 square metres of supporting non-residential gross floor area is included, as is a 2,900 square metre central park.

The project which is 48 kilometres north-west of Sydney's CBD is one of a string of similar higher density developments looking to utilise land around the newly built Sydney Metro stations in Sydney's north-west. Landcom and Sydney Metro are working in unison with the end goal of creating approximately 11,000 new dwellings and 350,000 square metres of floorspace dedicated commercial and retail use.

Tallawong Station Precinct South is costed at $386 million.

Urban Taskforce Australia has applauded the development. Taskforce CEO, Chris Johnson said the following of the project via a media release:

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The overall scale of development at Tallawong appears to be reasonable for the location at the end of the North West Metro line. The Urban Taskforce is supportive of large scale developments with a number of buildings, mixed uses and the provision of a park as this gives a sense of community and balances shared amenities with 1,100 apartments in this case.
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The concept plan for 1,100 new apartments with 5 percent as rental affordable housing along with a park and retail uses has the ingredients for a quality outcome.

It is good to see that Landom’s approach to providing affordable housing is based on NSW Government’s Affordable Rental Housing SEPP of 2009 that provides the affordable housing for a 10 year period.
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The Tallawong Station Precinct South concept application is on <a href="https://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/Assess-and-Regulate/State-Significant-Projects/Sydney-Metro/Tallawong-Station-Precinct-South">public exhibition</a> until 9 August 2018.

The concept State Significant Development is the latest step in the intended precinct's development process, covering aspects such as appropriate size, height, and use. Should the concept seek approval a separate set of detailed plans will be submitted for approval and subsequent construction.

Associated planning documents show Tallawong Station Precinct South is expected to be developed during the 2020-2026 timeframe.
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Tallawong Station Precinct South destined for intensive urban renewal

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Three new additions to the Urban Project Database has further pushed Brunswick up Melbourne's apartment development ladder.

By numbers alone Brunswick now sees 43 active apartment and major townhouse developments, compared to South Melbourne which leads all comers with 44 listings. Testament to the underlying popularity of Brunswick, developers continue to push applications through Moreland City Council for the suburb at a time where other Melbourne locations have tailed off in comparison.

Latest to come to light is a plan to replace Northside Harley-Davidson at 762-772 Sydney Road with a substantial Rothelowman-designed apartment complex. Adjoining the at construction <a href="http://756%20Sydney%20Road">756 Sydney Road</a>, Rothelowman's design includes 61 predominantly two bedroom apartments plus 565 square metres of retail at ground level.

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<figcaption>Sydney Road perspective. Planning image: Rothelowman</figcaption></figure>The 1,518 square metre redevelopment is backed by Clovis Developments Pty Ltd and would cost approximately $16 million to build. 

762-772 Sydney Road also builds upon Rothelowman's growing body of work within Brunswick and adjoining Brunswick East. After the recent completion of <a href="/buildings/288-albert-street-brunswick">288 Albert Street</a>, Rothelowman also has active projects on Stewart Street, Lygon Street and a duo on Brunswick Road.

14 Frith Street and 29-31 Ballarat Street are also fresh additions to the Urban Project Database.

The former is an adaptive reuse of a large warehouse to include 40 plus three bedroom dwellings. ZIPL Alliance Pty Ltd have engaged Chandler Architecture to rework the substantial land holding into dual six level buildings divided by a common green zone and communal garden.

29-31 Ballarat Street is a modest use of a vacant car park, seeking 13 apartments over six levels; design agency Karbon have created the colourful proposal which abuts the Upfield rail line. 29-31 Ballarat Street adds to the immediate area's growing density and is in close proximity to the recently approved Plus Architecture-designed <a href="/buildings/brunswick-yard-8-ballarat-street-brunswick">8 Ballarat Street</a>.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image63_8.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Firth and Ballarat streets. Planning images: Chandler Architecture / Karbon"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="220" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image63_8.jpg?itok=hIN4DEDN" title="Firth and Ballarat streets. Planning images: Chandler Architecture / Karbon" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Firth and Ballarat streets. Planning images: Chandler Architecture / Karbon</figcaption></figure>Although high in number, Brunswick's active apartment and major townhouse projects do not carry the size of fellow inner city counterparts such as South Melbourne. That being said the 43 projects tracked by Apartments.com.au amount to some 2,264 dwellings at an average of roughly 53 dwellings per project.

Despite the plethora of small-scale developments between carrying between 10-30 dwellings, there are a handful of upcoming developments that stand out for their sheer size. <a href="/new-apartments/prince-parade-by-mirvac-brunswick-701-park-street-brunswick">699 Park Street</a>'s 255 dwellings, 342-348 Victoria Street with its 177 dwellings plus the aforementioned <a href="/buildings/brunswick-yard-8-ballarat-street-brunswick">8 Ballarat street</a> with 147 dwellings rank as Brunswick's biggest in waiting.

To put Brunswick's future growth into perspective, of the current 2,264 dwellings being tracked by Urbam.com.au, only 243 or marginally over 10% are currently at construction. 
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New additions take Brunswick's active Project Database count to 43

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26-56 Queens Parade has found planning resolution, with developer GURNER gaining approval via VCAT for the site which still remains steeped in controversy.

The success at VCAT comes after a marathon planning stint, seeing local discontent, intervention from Victorian Planning Minister Richard Wynne and ultimately VCAT deciding call. The Fitzroy North site can now progress to redevelopment for the purposes of 263 dwellings over the sprawling site.

Buildings of eight, nine and 10 storeys are approved, a far cry from the much denser 16 storey development that initially went to planning with 476 apartments in tow.

26-56 Queens Parade's path to approval was stymied after Victorian Planning Minister Richard Wynne intervened three days prior to the project's initial VCAT hearing, restricting any development over the site to 10 storeys.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image26_9.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="26-56 Queens Parade. Image: Cox Architecture"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="314" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image26_9.jpg?itok=8lsjv6CB" title="26-56 Queens Parade. Image: Cox Architecture" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>26-56 Queens Parade. Image: Cox Architecture</figcaption></figure>In a strongly worded press release, the developer has insinuated that the move by the Planning Minister was a politically motivated exercise, owing to the development falling within the minister's electorate. Ultimately GURNER cycled through a handful of planning sets and two architects prior to finding approval.

26-56 Queens Parade and nearby developments have been vehemently opposed by residents action groups such as Protect Fitzroy North.

With approval in the pocket, developer Tim Gurner has gone on the offensive once more, berating the planning process.

<blockquote>
It has been a challenging process for us but in terms of the actual effect on the project it is insignificant compared to the costs incurred by Council, taxpayers and other stakeholders.

For the Minister to claim that a project is of State Significance to warrant intervention and waste so much time and money for an outcome that represents just a 9 percent reduction in massing is ludicrous, however we are pleased with the outcome and believe this new design will deliver on our vision a world-class precinct for the area.

We held information sessions which the locals boycotted, then accused us of being closed to discussion – it was an intense period and one that we had never encountered before.

It is imperative that strategic planning is not affected by political intervention, particularly when the Planning Minister is conflicted and using his political power to influence planning matters in in his own electorate, when developers are acting within the Minister’s own planning guidelines.
</blockquote>

Comment was sought from the Planning Minister but no response was received prior to publishing.

Further project particulars see a 450 square metre central public place which includes dining and retail spaces. GURNER and Cox Architecture's approved scheme includes 23,250 square metres of Net Sellable Area and two basement levels.

GURNER have indicated the project will initiate sales during 2019 with construction also expected to begin the same year.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image31_12.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Site aerial and new street level finish. Images: Yarra City Council and GURNER"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="272" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image31_12.jpg?itok=v9B7GiQf" title="Site aerial and new street level finish. Images: Yarra City Council and GURNER" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Site aerial and new street level finish. Images: Yarra City Council and GURNER</figcaption></figure>Diagonally opposite the freshly approved site, GURNER is also pushing the merits of another site at planning. A new mixed-use building at 81-89 Queens Parade is planned, accounting for a 3,201 square metre triangular site that also fronts George Street.

Cox Architecture was also tasked with design duties, including a 1,732 square metre supermarket at ground level, 4,074 square metres of commercial office space and 110 serviced apartments.

If Gurner chooses to operate the serviced apartment component directly, it would represent the developer's first foray into the field. 81-89 Queens Parade's cost of development is estimated to be just shy of $30 million.
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Resentment remains as GURNER gains approval for Queens Parade

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The Revitalising Central Geelong Partnership Team is shining a spotlight upon the increasing number of high density projects within Geelong's core.

City of Greater Geelong has teamed with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning to create the Revitalising Central Geelong Partnership Team which in turn has freshly released a new document designed to push Geelong's development credentials.

Dubbed 'Central Geelong: Invest in the Future' the brochure is a physical manifestation of all things that Geelong is and intends to be, particularly from a development perspective. Diversified housing projects are at the core of the document, underlining the targeted population of 10,000 people within central Geelong by 2026.   

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image10_17.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Before and after expectations for a typical Geelong laneway. Image: Revitalising Central Geelong"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="583" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image10_17.jpg?itok=z-bZ14Am" title="Before and after expectations for a typical Geelong laneway. Image: Revitalising Central Geelong" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Before and after expectations for a typical Geelong laneway. Image: Revitalising Central Geelong</figcaption></figure>Hand in hand with luring a greater population is the move to rejuvenate central Geelong's street-level appearance. "The Action Plan will generate a vibrant central hub to stimulate diverse job and development opportunities, boost demand for retail and services, encourage investment confidence and foster the potential for greater recreational and cultural use."

It is through the mid and high-rise development push that is currently redefining Geelong. The swag of projects now at construction is dominated by apartments and includes the likes of <a href="/new-apartments/g1-apartments-148-bellarine-street-geelong">G1 Apartments</a>, <a href="/buildings/the-mercer-53-mercer-street-geelong">The Mercer</a> and <a href="/buildings/miramar-geelong-18-20-cavendish-street-geelong">Miramar</a>. 

Miramar is being developed by Whitford and Morris Property Group, and stands to be Geelong's tallest building. Whitford is also due to see construction commence on its latest project dubbed The Ritz, which consists of 110 dwellings.

Apartments aside, contractor Built has seen construction complete at Quintessential Equity's 1 Malop Street office tower for tenant Worksafe Victoria, whilst Kane Constructions is seeing construction through on developer Techne's national headquarters for the <a href="/developments/geelong-vic-3220">National Disability Insurance Agency</a> plus the Geelong Performing Arts Centre Redevelopment.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image23_13.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Geelong commercial developments on the radar"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="285" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image23_13.jpg?itok=_1pdJ54F" title="Geelong commercial developments on the radar" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Geelong commercial developments on the radar</figcaption></figure>Underlining Revitalising Central Geelong Partnership Team's want for a diversified city core, pending major Geelong developments are both commercial and hotel in nature.

Hassell has designed a new commercial building for Techne dubbed Dennys Lascelles Tower; it includes 13,450 square metres of lettable area, 150 car parks and a rooftop terrace for staff. Also on the agenda is Franzé Developments' 44 Ryrie Street which includes separate Holiday Inn and commercial wings.

Potentially another addition to Geelong's rising skyline is Gheringhap Tower, a new commercial building designed by Chandler Architecture which the design practice believes "forms part of the transformation of Geelong from an industrial based regional town to a serviced based economy.

Located in Geelong’s business precinct close to the train station, it is well connected to Melbourne and offers premium office facilities with outstanding north facing views over Corio Bay."

Whether Gheringhap Tower translates to reality remains to be seen, but it is very much symptomatic of Geelong's current transformation.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image17_23.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="A potential new Geelong office tower. Image: Chandler Architecture"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="486" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image17_23.jpg?itok=XZ01e6Ac" title="A potential new Geelong office tower. Image: Chandler Architecture" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>A potential new Geelong office tower. Image: Chandler Architecture</figcaption></figure>
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Geelong's emergence bolstered by Revitalising Central Geelong

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The working relationship between Capital Alliance and Marriott International Inc. has deepened with the hotel operator confirming a new presence in Fishermand Bend.

The duo will work together to introduce the AC Hotels by Marriott brand to Australia within a slim tower slated for 199-201 Normanby Road. Today's announcement follows on from Marriott International also penning with Capital Alliance for their forthcoming Waterfront Way mixed-use development in nearby Docklands.

Capital Alliance was unveiled as the purchaser of the Fishermans Bend site late last year, in the interim appointing DKO Architecture to rework the approved scheme on site.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image25_13.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Podium style. Image: Capital Alliance"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="487" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image25_13.jpg?itok=0UhgWVmQ" title="Podium style. Image: Capital Alliance" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Podium style. Image: Capital Alliance</figcaption></figure>The fresh design will see approximately 200 hotel rooms in a 40-level mixed-use building, in addition to 111 private apartments. Akin to the Waterfront Way development, 199-201 Normanby Road will also feature an infinity edge pool with views across Melbourne's skyline.

In line with other AC Hotels worldwide, the new hotel includes a range of collaborative spaces. The AC Lounge is one of three food and beverage tenancies and is supplemented by a co-working space, a 24-hour fitness centre and function space.

Having replaced an approved Artisan Architects-designed scheme for the site, DKO Architecture has taken the exterior in a completely different direction. The highly angular tower form is highlighted by a neon-clad stretched diagrid pattern, with angular balcony openings annunciating the residential upper floors.

<h2>What they say</h2>

<blockquote>
We are really excited to partner with Marriott International to bring a new hotel to Fishermans Bend.

We believe in the potential of this area, just as we believed in Melbourne Docklands, and it’s great that Marriott International shares our confidence.

Just a stone’s throw from the city, Fishermans Bend is going to redefine inner suburban living and the AC Melbourne Southbank will attract sophisticated and discerning travellers to the area.
<cite>Mohan Du, Founder and Chief Executive, Capital Alliance</cite>
</blockquote>

<blockquote>
The AC Melbourne Southbank underscores the growing demand we’re seeing in Australia for premium lifestyle hotels that offer style and functional design, as well as authentic and memorable travel experiences connected to the location.
<cite>Richard Crawford, Senior Director Development, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Marriott International</cite>
</blockquote>

<blockquote>
The signing of AC Melbourne Southbank is a testament to Marriott International’s continued success in Australia, where we currently operate 18 hotels and have 17 in the pipeline. Across Australia, we’re seeing growing demand for lifestyle brands like AC Hotels by Marriott, so we are delighted that we’ve found the right location and the right partner to bring this brand to market.
<cite>Sean Hunt, Area Vice President, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Marriott International</cite>
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<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image27_16.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Hero perspective. Image: Capital Alliance"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="1073" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image27_16.jpg?itok=-Lxok_aa" title="Hero perspective. Image: Capital Alliance" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Hero perspective. Image: Capital Alliance</figcaption></figure>199-201 Normanby Road represents the third development where Capital Alliance has combined apartment and hotel uses. The aforementioned 3-43 Waterfront Way includes 200 dedicated Marroitt International rooms whilst 677 La Trobe Street also sees a Peppers Docklands apartment hotel in situ.

Work on both Capital Alliance's current projects is scheduled to start this quarter with the process of assigning builders to the Waterfront Way and Normanby Road sites in progress. The Fishermans Bend development is scheduled to be completed during late 2020.
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Capital Alliance and Marriott International tie the knot in Fishermand Bend

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Apartment developer Conquest is on course to realise a new vision for its segment of the Strathfield Golf Course redevelopment.

Having already taken the project to site works, Conquest is seeking council consent in order to replace two approved residential buildings with fresh Woods Bagot designs. Charged with creating a superior residential outcome, Woods Bagot has removed part of Building B's footprint and added additional residential levels above.

The design enhancements over the existing approved buildings are set to yield improved solar access and additional open space between both buildings.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image48_14.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="A reworked Centenary Drive outlook. Planning image: Woods Bagot"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="301" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image48_14.jpg?itok=GD-IuZlZ" title="A reworked Centenary Drive outlook. Planning image: Woods Bagot" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>A reworked Centenary Drive outlook. Planning image: Woods Bagot</figcaption></figure>Taken to market as The Greens, Conquest will bring to fruition the apartment development across a re-zoned land plot which included the former practice fairway, clubhouse and car park which was sold by Strathfield Golf Club during 2015.

Conquest's initial plans included 178 apartments, with the Woods Bagot scheme bumping the number marginally upward to 183. Bulk excavations for basement levels have begun in earnest for The Greens although its exterior composition is subject to final approval.

82 apartments are slated for Building A whilst 101 are housed within the taller Building B. The overall development mix consists of 2 studio, 15 single, 139 dual, 17 triple and 2 quad bedroom apartments.

Despite the planning manouvre, Conquest has noted the development is expected to be complete by mid 2020.

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<figcaption>Early marketing render for The Greens. Image: Conquest</figcaption></figure>One of a number of Sydney clubs that have sold down their land holdings in order to attain financial security, Strathfield Golf Club sold more than 20,239 square metres of land for  $50.5 million.

Wedged between the gold course proper and Strathfield South High School, the easternmost portion of the sold land is under the control of Metro Property Development. 50 lower density townhouses are nearing completion, with the higher density Conquest apartments on the western portion of the site. 

The three and four bedroom luxury townhouses overlooking Strathfield Golf Course are known as Fairway Residences.

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<figcaption>The townhouse aspect is all but complete. Image: Metro Property Development</figcaption></figure>
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Conquest on course for its Strathfield apartment intentions

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Yuhu Group Australia is rejigging various aspects of its hulking Eastwood Shopping Centre transformation, with final approval in sight.

After holding the site for some years, the developer began the process of mass redevelopment during 2016 with plans lodged for a substantial apartment-based urban renewal project. Valued at $276 million at the time, the HDR | Rice Daubney-designed development initially included 443 apartments above a substantial retail and commercial precinct.

City of Ryde are now displaying the most recast plans for the site which fronts 152-190 Rowe Street and 3-5 Rutledge Street. The major revision includes apartment numbers dropping near on 10% to a new total of 408.

The clearing of all buildings onsite is expected, in favour of the construction of 7 buildings of between 6 and 13 storeys. Early plans also included 11,000 plus square metres of reinstated retail space and approximately 3,000 square metres of commercial space above basement car parking capable of handling 1,110 resident and visitor vehicles.

Additional changes within the revised planning set include updated traffic flows into the site and a height increase over certain buildings.

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<figcaption>Early render for the development. Image: HDR</figcaption></figure>HDR | Rice Daubney see the development as capable of "enhancing the synergetic possibilities to create a new social anchor for work, live, eat and play.

The design considers both urban and human perspectives, seamlessly connecting public spaces and creating a vibrant sense of community flow through the town centre. The hanging garden at the centre of the development works as a filter between the busy retail levels and the upper levels and acts as a recreation space for the public and for residents.

A singular landscape integrates the whole town centre, adding to the creation of community. Rooftop gardens create special vistas and experiences for residents."

A key to the proposal which remains unchanged is the inclusion of two pedestrian-only thoroughfares dubbed The Street and The Laneway which would connect Rowe and Rutledge streets.

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<figcaption>Differing development perspectives. Image: HDR</figcaption></figure>Yuhu Group Australia's proposal is in the heart of <a href="https://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Business-and-Development/Town-Centres/Eastwood-Town-Centre">Eastwood Town Centre</a> and 200 metres from Eastwood Railway Station.

Over a 12,755 square metre site, planning documents make note of the proposal being the largest private landholding in the Town Centre under single ownership. Existing buildings onsite range in height from two to eight storeys, although all are slated to be demolished.

Eastwood Shopping Centre's central position within the suburb makes it pivotal to City of Ryde's intentions to create an enhanced retail, employment and retail precinct within the Town Centre.
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Ryde Council assesses a modified Eastwood Shopping Centre development proposal

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<a href="/news/cel-australia-to-launch-latest-fishermans-bend-development-this-weekend">Following the recent launch of the first stage of CEL Australia's FIFTEEN85</a> multi-tower project down in Fishermans Bend, Apartments.com.au spoke to Tim Pearce, General Manager of CEL Australia about the company's ambitions for the project and the challenges of developing in an urban renewal precinct.

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<figcaption>The first stage of FIFTEEN85 has been released. Image: Gabriel Saunders</figcaption></figure>Apartments.com.au: What was the appeal of this development site to CEL and particularly within Fishermans Bend? 

Tim Pearce: This site is more South Melbourne than it is Fishermans bend, being located immediately adjacent to the South Melbourne primary school and a stone’s throw from South Melbourne Market, in an area already well serviced by public transport and government driven infrastructure. Even so, South Melbourne/Fishermans bend, this site has everything going for its location, with excellent connections to the bay and beaches, CBD, South Melbourne. It’s so close to the CBD without being in that hustle and bustle, you still get a sense of getting out of the city and the noise, even though you’ve only travelled a couple of minutes away.

When we purchased the site the school and park were still on the drawing board, but now they are a reality, and a strong sign of the upgrades occurring in this area. This site is a key site to be one of the first to take advantage of the activation and holistic improvements to the area that are already happening. By the time Tower 1 is complete the precinct will be even better.

U: How important is acquiring a site with a permit in hand, in light of some of the planning uncertainty regarding the Fishermans Bend Draft Framework? 

TP: Very important. The last couple of years has seen some large scale changes to planning controls not just in this area, but across Melbourne. To have the surety of planning approval in this climate is a big positive.

U: Did you change much of the design and/or reconfigure apartment layouts? 

TP: We’ve been fortunate to inherit a great design by Elenberg Fraser, whom we know well from our previous projects. We’ve made a few tweaks to include additional storage for residents, remove mechanical car parking and make the building a little more user friendly. We’ve also reviewed a few of the layouts and common facilities to ensure that there is great amenity for those that are fortunate enough to live at FIFTEE85 in the future.

U: The project is located opposite the under construction Montague Community Park, the recently completed South Melbourne Primary School, within a short walk of the new route 96 tram stop - how important was the early delivery of this community infrastructure in providing not only CEL but prospective buyers with a degree of certainty around the redevelopment of the area? 

TP: Even without those things the area has very good fundamentals, connection and existing local drawcards such as the South Melbourne Market, Albert Park and the beaches close by. But, we are also very happy to see the great government-led community infrastructure that provides that cream on top. Of course seeing this investment in the area, buyers should be confident in the redevelopment of the area.

The government is delivering on their initiatives for the area and understand that major infrastructure projects like this are required for any area that will be a core residential area, as this one will be. Having the certainty of open green space and schooling on their doorstep is definitely a positive and builds on the community nature of the area as it further develops.

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<figcaption>The under construction Montague Community Park. Image: City of Port Phillip</figcaption></figure>U: And building on from that, was there more of a desire to provide for families than maybe you would traditionally see with a development? There has also been talk of an early learning centre potentially being developed on the neighbouring site at 6-78 Buckhurst Street? 

TP: We love families. They are great for any development and definitely build a sense of community. Yes, we do believe that younger families and first home buyers will be attracted to the area and into this development. This is why we developed some gift packages for these demographics as part of our grand launch.

South Melbourne is a comfortable area to bring up a family and with the school and park next door, FIFTEEN85 makes it very convenient as well. The demographic of South Melbourne includes a lot of young professionals with young families, or who will have young families in the future, and don’t want to live so far from work that they need to spend hours commuting, as this time is better spent at home. If the adjoining site in Buckhurst Street is to be developed into the early learning centre, that would be a fantastic outcome.

U: The site is also minutes from South Melbourne Market and Clarendon Street in one direction but also Port Melbourne and Bay Street in the other - do you consider this proximity to as one of the major selling points? 

TP: We do of course, these areas are very popular with locals and those in neighbouring suburbs. For FIFTEEN85 to be located so close to these popular spots, it allows our residents to be able to walk to some of these spots and enjoy their time in Clarendon St and the South Melbourne Markets without having to worry about parking if they don’t want to.

U: Has the lack of any real development activity in Fishermans Bend been a consideration/concern or do you see this as the perfect opportunity to be launching FIFTEEN85 and leading the way forward?  

TP: Each project brings its own considerations and concerns. Location here is more of a consideration than a concern. For all the points mentioned already there is so much going for this location. This location is closer to central South Melbourne than it is to downtown Fishermans Bend. Development in Fishermans Bend will be good for the area and will ultimately bring activity, infrastructure and great improvements to a very central part of Melbourne.

However, because we are more South Melbourne, being one of the first is not really a concern, as there is already so many positives for this site, and this will only improve over time. Besides that, we don’t mind being a leader, it provides our potential buyers with a great opportunity to invest while prices are still affordable. 

We also benefit from the lack of tall towers around the site, and limitations on future development as well – with 360 degree views to CBD, Albert Park, and the Bay. FIFTEEN85 will really be a beacon in this area.

U: What are some of the challenges with marketing a project in an area that is going to see a considerable transformation into an urban precinct? How do you sell both the short term and long term vision to prospective buyers? Or do you focus on the benefits of being located near South Melbourne and Port Melbourne as mentioned earlier? 

TP: The story is about both the short term and immediate benefits as well as the long term vision – both are a good story. In the short term we have all those things, location, school, markets, beaches. In the longer term the community will further develop around it. To a degree you do need to look past today’s streetscape to tomorrow’s streetscape, but the increasing population will bring activity and business and overall improvements.

We will have a readymade population to support others such as the neighbours who could build their early learning centre.  We do still have a 30 story building to build for Tower 1, and that’s going to take a couple of years before the first residents will be moving in. By that time there will be further changes taking place, including the next stages of FIFTEEN85.

U: The launch of each building is being staged - will construction be staged too or will construction occur all at once? And when do you anticipate this to occur? 

TP: We anticipate that works will commence by September this year. The design includes a laneway that will ultimately integrate with the surrounding properties. This also makes Tower 1 a standalone building.

Towers 2 &amp; 3 share a common podium and while there is some flexibility in how that can be constructed, we currently anticipate that they will be constructed together. Tower 1 will commence first, with the next phase of FIFTEEN85 commencing as soon as we can – and that will be driven by the sales success of Tower 1.
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Laurence Dragomir

CEL Australia's Tim Pearce discusses FIFTEEN85 and developing in Fishermans Bend

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The latest batch of Melbourne planning applications revealed for public consumption includes hundreds of new apartments and a hotel development for a long-forgotten Cremorne site.

A combined 250 apartments are earmarked for Southbank and Oakleigh sites.

The former sees a Rothelowman-designed apartment development for 153-159 Sturt Street on Southbank. Having gone through a heavy redesign relative to what was initially submitted for approval during 2017, the tower now sports a new exterior dynamic.

Initially laden with greenery, the towers rebirthed design is stripped of plant life in favour of a more typical exterior finish. Other significant changes to the building include a height reduction to 56 metres or 18 levels, apartments numbers falling to 145 and the inclusion of arts studio spaces within the podium.

As it stands, the project for entity Sturt St Pty Ltd is headed for VCAT. Had this not been the case, Melbourne City Council indicated earlier this week that the project would have gained support in its revised form.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image85_2.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Initial and revised designs for Sturt Street. Planning images: Rothelowman"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="296" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image85_2.jpg?itok=OZDG8l8w" title="Initial and revised designs for Sturt Street. Planning images: Rothelowman" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Initial and revised designs for Sturt Street. Planning images: Rothelowman</figcaption></figure>Oakleigh too is in for another noteworthy apartment project as 35-41 Dalgety Street makes its way through planning.

RotheLowman features once more as project architect, this time on behalf of Gaffney Properties Pty Ltd. Taking the Dalgety and Atkinson Streets intersection the 3,520 square metre site is slated for 105 apartments and townhouses, split between 8 single, 60 double and a substantial 28 triple bedroom options.

Currently a dated brick office and warehouse complex, 35-41 Dalgety Street finds itself in a pocket of Oakleigh adjacent to Dandenong Road, that is increasingly turning to medium and large sized apartment projects. <a href="/buildings/oros-807-811-warrigal-road-oakleigh">Oros</a> is the prime development nearby currently at sales, with 300 plus apartments and a serviced apartment component planned.

From a design perspective, Rothelowman assert "the size of the site and its Commercial 1 Zoning allows for a more intensive form of development that will make a positive contribution to the public realm. The replacement of the existing low-grade brick building will introduce a high quality contemporary architectural language to the area."

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/image87_4.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The rear aspect of 35-41 Dalgety Street. Planning image: Rothelowman"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="291" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image87_4.jpg?itok=uIqKcRXG" title="The rear aspect of 35-41 Dalgety Street. Planning image: Rothelowman" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The rear aspect of 35-41 Dalgety Street. Planning image: Rothelowman</figcaption></figure>Perhaps even more of a design statement is a new hotel proposal for a long disused site opposite the carsales.com.au head office. Adjacent to CityLink and covering a triangular site at 1-3 Harcourt Parade, Idle Architecture Studio has come up with a novel design for what is currently an at-grade car park.

Key to the design is a mid-building electronic advertising void that would replace two existing major promotion signs on the corner of Punt Road and Harcourt Parade. Either side of the signage, 104 hotel rooms have been included whilst the levels accommodating the signage are handed over to conference and ancillary hotel facilities.

Mantello Holdings are behind the project which at 11 levels would be shorther than the adjoining Nylex Sign on the Richmond Maltings site directly behind. Heritage advice put forward by advisory Trethowan notes that the "subject site does not interfere with this landmark status (of the Nylex Sign) and has less visual impact than the existing advertising billboards and the approved redevelopment of the Maltings site itself."

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<figcaption>Cremorne corner. Planning image: Idle Architecture Studio</figcaption></figure>
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