<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/draycon">Draycon Building</a> is nearing completion of Boutique Chevron Island, a 42-apartment development on the northern end of Chevron Island at 17–19 Parneno Street, with a limited-time offer of fully furnished apartments available.

Now more than 90 per cent complete, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/boutique-chevron-island-17-19-parneno-chevron-island-qld-4217">Boutique</a> has been shaped by one of the Gold Coast’s most tightly held island addresses, where riverfront outlooks and walkable access to Surfers Paradise converge.

For Draycon Building Managing Director Howard Dabit, the appeal of the site was immediate.

“I knew it was a good site as soon as I saw it,” Dabit said.

“The position and location on the north end of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>, the way the river swirls around the site basically from the north to the east, it feels like the site is surrounded by the water. The height that we’ve got and the aspect looking north is beautiful. Eighty per cent of the apartments are looking north so they get that drenching sunlight coming in.”

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That northern orientation places the development within a stretch of Chevron Island defined by open river aspects and skyline views, while remaining embedded in the suburb’s established village setting.

Chevron Island has increasingly drawn owner-occupiers seeking centrality without the intensity of high-rise beachfront living. Positioned at the geographical centre of the Gold Coast, the island offers direct access to both the beach and key cultural infrastructure while retaining a neighbourhood-scale character.

Connected by bridge to Surfers Paradise, Chevron Island offers walkable access to beaches, riverfront parklands and a revitalised foreshore boulevard animated by walkers and cyclists throughout the day. The Pacific Ocean is only minutes away, reinforcing the suburb’s dual river-and-surf identity.

At the same time, Thomas Drive forms the spine of the island’s village life, delivering cafés, wine bars, casual dining and everyday services within easy reach. Independent grocers, wellness operators and neighbourhood retailers contribute to a community atmosphere that remains distinct from the vertical scale of the beachfront.

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In the opposite direction, the Green Bridge links directly to HOTA – Home of the Arts – placing galleries, performance venues and parklands within walking distance. Weekly markets and major exhibitions draw visitors from across the region, while residents return to a quieter residential pocket at day’s end.

Public transport, including nearby bus routes and the G:link light rail corridor along the coastal spine, strengthens connectivity north and south. Griffith University, the Gold Coast University Hospital precinct and established private schools such as The Southport School are all within a short drive.

Ongoing investment across Surfers Paradise, HOTA and the broader Southport corridor has elevated amenity while preserving Chevron Island’s comparatively low-rise residential character. It is this balance, walkable village atmosphere paired with metropolitan-scale infrastructure, that continues to differentiate the suburb from higher-density beachfront precincts.

Boutique comprises just 42 residences, designed to maximise river and skyline outlooks within this tightly held island setting.

Boutique Chevron Island is slated for completion in April 2026, with prices starting from $1,220,000.

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Draycon Building’s Boutique Chevron Island places 42 residences at the heart of the Gold Coast

Sydney developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a> has secured planning approval for a $300 million residential development in Lindfield, marking the company’s second project on Sydney’s North Shore and its first on the Upper North Shore.

Located on Beaconsfield Parade and designed by DKO Architecture, the state significant development comprises three buildings of up to 10 storeys and will include 399 residences, including 59 affordable homes and 40 adaptable homes.

Residences will range in size from one, two and three bedrooms, with two-bedroom apartments accounting for over 60 per cent of the product make-up. Residents will have access to a broad suite of amenities, including a wellness area, indoor and outdoor recreational spaces, a pool, a gym, a community room and a golf simulator.

In line with Deicorp’s long-standing focus on creating transit-oriented communities, the project is located just 260 metres from the Lindfield Train Station, reinforcing its role in delivering well-connected housing close to established infrastructure, retail and local services.

The inclusion of affordable and adaptable housing supports greater diversity within the local market, while the mix of apartment types responds to demand from downsizers, young professionals and families seeking access to the Upper North Shore.

Deicorp Founder Fouad Deiri OAM said the approval represents an important milestone for both the company and the suburb

“This approval allows us to deliver well-designed homes in a location that is already supported by strong transport and community infrastructure," Deiri said.

"Our focus is on creating places that integrate into their surroundings and provide long-term value for residents, and the broader Lindfield community. Being within walking distance of the station ensures this project supports sustainable growth in the right locations."

Across its portfolio, Deicorp currently has 4,703 apartments under construction, playing a leading role in shaping connected, liveable communities across Sydney.

Its expanding portfolio of Metro-linked developments includes Tallawong Village, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kings-bay-village-five-dock-53-75-queens-road-five-dock-nsw-2046">Kings Bay Village</a> in Five Dock, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/hyde-metropolitan-sydney-133-141-liverpool-street-sydney-nsw-2000">Hyde Metropolitan</a> in Sydney CBD, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/falcon-alexander-crows-nest-8-alexander-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Falcon &amp; Alexander</a> in Crows Nest and Showground Village, Castle Hill.

Deicorp purchased the Beaconsfield Paradise site last year. Construction is scheduled to commence in Q2 of 2026 and will be completed in 2029.

Deicorp expands portfolio to nearly 5,000 apartments with Lindfield project

In a joint venture with The Trump Organization, Australia developer Altus Property Group has announced plans to bring a Trump International Hotel &amp; Tower to the Gold Coast, marking the first Trump-branded project in Australia.

"Trump International Hotel &amp; Tower, Gold Coast is our first official project in Australia and reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class luxury experiences in iconic locations around the world," Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization, said.

"This development exemplifies the Trump brand’s dedication to quality, sophistication, and unmatched service, and we are thrilled to bring this vision to the vibrant Gold Coast community."

The 91-storey building, which will become the tallest in Australia at 335 metres, will feature a&nbsp;285-room luxury hotel bearing the trademark Trump logo. It will also include 272 luxury residential apartments, a three-level podium with an exclusive Beach Club, and over 3,400 sqm of premium commercial, retail, and dining space, revitalizing the central Surfers Paradise precinct.

“Trump International Hotel &amp; Tower, Gold Coast will be a truly unique offering in the Australian market, bringing the prestige and allure of a world-class luxury brand,"&nbsp;Altus founder and chief executive David Young said.

"Altus Property Group is proud of its track record in delivering landmark developments across Australia, and our expertise ensures this project will be an outstanding success."

Trump Hotel heads for the Gold Coast to become Australia's tallest building

More than a century after the Corrimal Coke Works first opened in 1912, the industrial landmark that helped shape the suburb is being reinterpreted as a walkable residential neighbourhood, with Stage One of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal-nsw-2518">The Works</a> now underway at 27 Railway Street.

For 102 years, the site was central to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/corrimal-nsw-2518">Corrimal</a>’s economic and social identity before operations ceased in 2014. Rather than erasing that legacy, developer Legacy Property has embedded it into the masterplan, retaining and reinterpreting elements such as the iconic 1912 brick chimney and sections of the original C1 Coke Oven Battery, alongside the adaptive reuse of the former powerhouse building.

Stage One will introduce 181 apartments across low-rise buildings, offering predominantly two and three-bedroom residences with completion targeted for mid-2027. The scale and configuration reflect a deliberate focus on owner-occupiers, targeting those seeking a lower-maintenance home in a prime location within the northern suburbs of Wollongong.

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Apartments have been designed to maximise natural light and cross-ventilation, with floor-to-ceiling glazing extending living areas onto generous balconies. Engineered timber flooring, induction cooktops and 900mm ovens in larger residences support everyday functionality, while two interior palettes allow buyers to tailor finishes to their preferences. The material selection draws on a restrained coastal language, intended to connect homes to their surroundings rather than compete with them.

The Works forms part of a broader 18-hectare masterplan that will ultimately deliver around 550 dwellings, new parks, and a heritage precinct celebrating the site’s past. More than seven hectares are dedicated to open space, including Southern Park and a Village Green with community gardens and recreation areas. The creek corridor is being rehabilitated with 150,000 native plantings, restoring biodiversity to the site and softening landscape.

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Positioned adjacent to Corrimal Station and within walking distance of Corrimal Town Centre, the precinct places daily essentials, rail connections and local retail within easy reach. Wollongong CBD, including the hospital, university and entertainment venues, sits approximately 6.5 kilometres to the south.

For buyers more familiar with North Wollongong, Corrimal offers a different proposition: a well-established coastal suburb framed by beaches to the east and the escarpment to the west, with a strong sense of local identity shaped in part by the former Coke Works. The Works seeks to reinforce that identity by creating a connected, walkable neighbourhood between coast and escarpment, rather than a standalone apartment complex.

Sustainability underpins the development approach. The Works is targeting Wollongong’s first 5-Star Green Star-rated community, with water-sensitive urban design, recycled materials and energy-efficient buildings integrated across the masterplan. For residents, these measures provide not only environmental benefits but also reduced operational costs and future resilience.

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With construction commenced and display materials available to view, prospective buyers can now engage more directly with the project’s vision, reviewing floorplans, material selections and the broader masterplan in detail. For many local homeowners weighing a move, the opportunity to experience how heritage, landscape and contemporary design intersect may help bridge the gap between familiarity and the next chapter.

As Stage One progresses toward its mid-2027 completion, The Works represents a significant chapter in Corrimal’s evolution, transforming a site that once powered local industry into a walkable residential precinct designed for its next generation of residents.

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Legacy Property’s The Works reimagines Corrimal’s century-old Coke Works

When it comes to developing in Melb​ourne's Bayside region, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lowe-living">Lowe Living</a> knows exactly what buyers want.

With a longstanding presence in the area and a string of sell-out projects, Lowe Living consistently delivers developments that are as sought-after as their predecessors.

Their latest instalment is in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/hampton-vic-3188">Hampton</a><a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/hampton-east-vic-3188">&nbsp;East,</a> the same postcode where they have previously delivered Hampton Hill and Oceano. The developer-builder recently commenced construction on its newest project,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/marella-hampton-31-35-alicia-street-hampton-east-vic-3188">Marella</a>, a collection of 32 apartments just five minutes from the beach.

Site acquisition is paramount to success. Lowe Living rarely brings a building to market that isn’t within walking distance of essential amenities, whether it be the beach, a prominent retail strip, or a train station. Marella is no exception, located at its Alicia Street address, less than a kilometre from the retail heart of Hampton Street and Hampton Station.

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Equally important to Lowe Living is the architecture.

For Marella, they appointed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>, who explains that the architectural vision was to create a contemporary reinterpretation of the Californian bungalow, a style that’s iconic to Hampton’s heritage.

"By borrowing, abstracting, and reinterpreting elements of this quintessential style, such as strong datum lines, articulated columns, exposed structures, and roof tiles, our design strikes a balance between modernity and familiarity," says Cera Stribley.

"This approach ensures that the development is not only visually appealing but also contextually sensitive, resonating with Hampton's existing architectural landscape."

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The building features terracotta brick, soft cream masonry, and exposed metal detailing, giving it a tactile presence that is intended to weather gently over time.

Internally, the focus on lasting quality continues, with two and three-bedroom residences anchored by sculptural stone kitchen islands, natural light, and clearly defined transitions between living, dining, and outdoor spaces.

The layouts have been carefully designed. Open-plan zones extend to private balconies, with light-filled interiors and generous kitchen proportions, supported by Miele wall ovens, induction cooktops, and integrated fridge-freezers. These are not small apartments rebranded as luxury; they have been designed at scale, with ample storage, hotel-style entry access, and secure basement parking provided as standard.

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At the uppermost level, Marella’s Signature Collection penthouses offer city or bay views, large entertaining terraces (some with outdoor spas), and elevated finishes, including fully wrapped stone kitchen benches and a Liebherr wine fridge.

Flexible room arrangements allow for a fourth bedroom or secondary living space, sought-after by both empty nesters who want the space when family visits and families with older children.

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A residents’ lounge on the ground floor reinforces the project’s small-community feel. With a fireplace, private dining area, and adjoining terrace, it’s one of several shared spaces that balance amenity with privacy and scale.

Construction has commenced, with completion expected in early 2027.

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Lowe Living continues Bayside legacy as Marella rises in Hampton

Australia 108

Melbourne's iconic Australia 108 building is offering exclusive price reductions of up to a massive $225,000.

The developers, World Class Global, have cut the price&nbsp;for a limited-time only on the project's Cloud Residences, a collection of three-bedroom apartments which have come down from $1,823,000 to $1,567,000.

Australia 108, which became Melbourne's tallest tower when it was completed in 2020, was designed by Fender Katsalidis and features interiors by Carr Design.

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The tower, over 316 metres tall, features a range of hotel-style amenities scattered across it's 100 levels.

The building boasts two exclusive resident grand lobbies with lounges, along with a hotel-style porte-cochere, providing a grand entrance.&nbsp;

The resident facilities at Australia 108 are unparalleled, with the Sky Rise Club on Level 11 offering a range of amenities to enhance residents' lifestyles, including a heated indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a fully equipped gym, a theatre, a grand dining room and a virtual golf room.

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For an even more elevated experience, the Star Club on Levels 70 and 71 offers 360-degree panoramic views of the city, garden, and bay.

The exclusive space features dual, double-height full glass infinity pools with spa facilities, along with two state-of-the-art gyms, dining rooms, expansive lounge rooms, a reading room, a private cinema, and a sky garden.

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The apartments themselves feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows which maximises natural light and captures sweeping views.&nbsp;

Resident's will also benefit from being within proximity to Melbourne's vibrant arts and entertainment precincts which are just a short walk away, offering a range of dining, shopping and recreational opportunities.&nbsp;

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Australia 108, which became Melbourne's tallest tower when it was completed in 2020, was designed by Fender Katsalidis and features interiors by Carr Design

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Over $200k price reductions at Southbank's Australia 108

Australia 108 is one of Melbourne&#39;s most well known, and well regarded, buildings.

Having completed construction toward the end of 2020, the striking tower, offering the highest residences in the Southern Hemisphere, was designed by the renowned architecture firm Fender Katsalidis, whose goal was to form a bridge between earth and sky.

Australia 108, on Southbank Boulevard, sits next to Eureka Tower, also talked about as one of&nbsp;Melbourne&#39;s best buildings. That too was&nbsp;designed by the team at Fender Katsalidis.

We recently caught up with&nbsp;Nicky Drobis, Director at&nbsp;Fender&nbsp;Ka​tsalidis, to discuss the design process of Australia 108, and how it came to be.

<div>JR:&nbsp;What was the design brief for Australia 108 from World Class Global?</div>

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<div>JR:&nbsp;What interested you about the project?</div>

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<div>ND: We were most interested in connecting people through a neighbourhood streetscape &ndash; but in a vertical sense. Taking a building-as-precinct approach led to offering new way of living for different sizes of families with residents able to share the beautiful space and luxurious amenities with families and friends.</div>

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<div>JR:&nbsp;How early in the design process did you know Australia 108&nbsp;was going to be&nbsp;the tallest apartment tower in the Southern Hemisphere?</div>

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<div>ND: From the outset, World Class Global and our design team envisaged a distinctive landmark building for Melbourne. The aspiration was always to design a supertall tower in excess of 100 floors. Ultimately soaring to 319 metres in height, Australia 108 became the tallest building in Melbourne and the tallest residences in the Southern Hemisphere.</div>

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<div>JR:&nbsp;What was the most challenging aspect when designing the tower?</div>

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<div>ND: Whenever approaching something new, especially at such great height, challenges abound. To achieve a build that had never been attempted before in Australia required a lot of innovative thinking and detailed planning. This also presented ample opportunity to develop many new and exciting design and engineering solutions.</div>

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One key consideration was how the structure would cope with tremendous wind speeds of up to 140km/h. To overcome this, the structural stability was bolstered by a super-sized damper tank filled by high-pressure pumps in level 100&rsquo;s subfloor to act as a counterbalance.

Due to local soil conditions, carparking was unable to be placed below ground. We saw an opportunity to create a new typology of open-deck carpark as a series of terraced and interlocking garden beds flanked with large mature palms and cascading foliage.

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One of the greatest construction challenges we faced was how to assemble the starburst structure which cantilevers 6 metres from the building on all sides at more than 200 metres in the air. Constructed from 24 prefabricated steel trusses, each piece was transported at night to allow truck drivers to safely manoeuvre them into loading areas where they were hoisted and secured into position. Purpose-built platforms allowed workers to safely install the feature, protecting themselves and those on the streets below.

JR: When was the golden starburst idea thought of, and how?

ND: From the genesis of the supertall investigation, the starburst had always played a role as the centrepiece of the design. Inspired by the Commonwealth Star, our vision for the distinctive golden Starburst was as a central connection point.

The golden starburst expression is fundamental to both the building&rsquo;s identity and structural composition; the cantilevered structure intervening with the sculptural building&rsquo;s curvaceous form to create a dramatic exclamation mark in the skyline. Intended as a celebration of community within the building, this civic area was envisaged as the tower&rsquo;s &lsquo;town hall&rsquo; and remote working option above the clouds.

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JR:&nbsp;How important were the amenities to the design of the building?

ND: Central to building a residential community within a supertall tower was to provide residents with generous communal spaces and a high quality of internal amenity. Australia 108 offers more than 4,000 sqm of internal communal space, including dining and function spaces, theatrettes, gymnasiums and many other spaces which allow for programmed events and social activities. 

The starbust alone accommodates a double-height sky garden and two infinity edge swimming pools.

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JR:&nbsp;Where did you draw inspiration from for Australia 108?

ND: Standing in dialogue with its neighbour, Eureka Tower, Australia 108&rsquo;s material palette shares a golden connection with its fellow&nbsp;Fender&nbsp;Kat​salidis-design supertall tower. However, an entirely different geometry has been expressed in the floorplate of Australia 108. 

Horizontal banding up the building&rsquo;s exterior amplifies the curvilinear shape of the floorplan. The gradient, which intensifies as it works its way up, draws your eyes upward to celebrate the building&rsquo;s form.

JR: Was there another building, either one you&#39;ve previously worked on, or just another in the world, that helped in the design idea process?

ND: Instantly recognisable, Australia 108&rsquo;s elegant silhouette embodies a strong visual relationship with its skyline partner, Eureka Tower. Australia 108 expresses its distinctive identity, while sharing elements of design language and materiality with Eureka, creating a strong, visually symbiotic relationship.

Australia 108 embodies the essence of the city. Its design pays homage to the cultural arts precinct it resides in, connecting masterfully to the Southbank neighbourhood through its deliberately inviting ground-level experience.

JR:&nbsp;What part of the building are you most proud of?

ND: We are most proud of&nbsp;the creation of such a diverse community across more than 100&nbsp;floors. Despite its enormity, Australia 108 is a building that manages to operate and feel more like close-knit community. 

With Australia 108, we have successfully conceived a vertical community in an era when densification of the city is becoming increasingly critical.

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"From the outset, World Class Global and our design team envisaged a distinctive landmark building for Melbourne. The aspiration was always to design a supertall tower in excess of 100 floors."

"Forming a bridge between earth and sky": How Fender Katsalidis designed Australia 108, the southern hemisphere's tallest apartment tower

Everyone knows the calibre of what&#39;s been put together at Australia 108, Australia&#39;s tallest tower, and the tallest residential tower in the whole of the Southern Hemisphere.

Developed by World Class Global, Australia 108 is the newest icon of the Melbourne skyline, taking pride of place for years to come.

Located on Southbank Boulevard, the striking tower was designed by renowned architecture firm Fender Katsalidis-designed, with its now signature &quot;gold starburst&quot; on the exterior of the building 60 levels up no doubt&nbsp;a point to the sky feature from the street.

Urban has taken a look at the tower in more detail and why&nbsp;buyers should be considering an apartment.

1. The Tower

Soaring 319 metres, Australia 108 is Australia&rsquo;s tallest tower and the largest residential tower in the Southern Hemisphere.

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&ldquo;No other address offers the opportunity to live at such amazing altitudes&rdquo;, World Class Global advise.

Inspired by the Commonwealth star and the Australian flag, the golden protruding &lsquo;starburst&rsquo; delivers panoramic views and quality amenities that bring the community together.

Australia 108 will soar above the Melbourne skyline for generations.

2. The Hotel-style Amenities

&ldquo;World Class Global&rsquo;s commitment to beautiful design and glorious amenity will make Australia 108 one of Australia&rsquo;s most envied addresses&rdquo;, World Class Global CEO David Ng said.

The apartment complex features hotel-quality amenities, including grand lobbies, a ground-floor lounge and porte-coch&eacute;re.

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On level 11, the Sky Rise Club features a lap-pool, well-equipped gym, theatrette, grand dining room and virtual golf room.

A host of resort-style facilities further add a sense of escape, including a steam room and sauna.

Exclusive facilities at the 2,800sqm Star Club on Level 70 and 71 offer a world of entertainment and leisure with 360-degree views to city, gardens and bay.

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3. The Interiors

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Australia 108 interiors have been crafted by Melbourne-based design firm, Carr Design, with each apartment presenting an impressive layout.

The one, two and three-bedroom apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows, abundant light and a rich material palette.

The Cloud Residences feature open-plan living and dining spaces and generous bedrooms and ensuites with abundant natural light.

Offering timeless design, the apartments&rsquo; entertainers kitchen and bathrooms are dressed in natural stone, and include premium appliances and a hidden scullery or butler&rsquo;s pantry.

4. The Location

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Situated moments from all the offerings of the Melbourne CBD, Australia 108 is perfectly positioned to make the most of the urban lifestyle.

The tower is located just a three-minute walk to the Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, with an array of fine restaurants, shopping, and riverside dining also nearby.

The Arts Precinct is just 650-metres away, while major sporting venues, like the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Marvel Stadium are two kilometres from the residence.

City of Melbourne has invested $42 million to transform Southbank and secure its reputation as the city&rsquo;s premier arts and cultural destination for generations to come.

5. The Local Amenities

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Southbank is home to Melbourne&rsquo;s cultural heart, with the city&rsquo;s arts and entertainment precincts within an easy walking distance.

Some of the best Australian and international exhibitions, performances and concerts have made their way to the National Gallery Victoria, The Arts Centre, The Australian Ballet and local theatres nearby.

With the transformation of Southbank underway, residents can expect 2.5 hectares of new open green spaces, alongside infrastructure upgrades to improve access and activation.

A destination for delicious dining, the suburb features many popular restaurants along the promenade, and charming arcades reveal hidden top-hatted restaurants and hip cafes.

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Developed by World Class Global, Australia 108 is the newest icon of the Melbourne skyline, taking pride of place for years to come

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Five reasons why buyer's love Australia 108 apartments in Melbourne's Southbank

The penthouse in Melbourne&rsquo;s tallest residential building, Australia 108, has been listed for sale.

It comes with a $30.988 million asking price, which would set the record for the most expensive apartment sale in Melbourne.

It sold off the plan for $25 million in 2015, which was then a national apartment price record.

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The four-bedroom residence, known as 10001/70 Southbank Boulevard, has yet to see the settlement details formally lodged with the title still in the name of the developer, WCL-Southbank Pty Ltd.

The developer refinanced 20 apartment lots with United Overseas Bank in May, having previously had financing from Gresham Property Investments.

Designed by Fender Katsalidis Architects, the penthouse has 800 sqm of space along with a 5 car garage.

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It has been listed by a China-based businessman, priced at less than $40,000 per square metre. Monika Tu at Black Diamondz is marketing the apartment.

It has 2500 unit entitlements amid the total 91625 unit entitlements of the highrise complex.

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Melbourne&#39;s priciest apartment sale was secured off the plan in early 2019 when publishing entreprenuer Antony Catalano purchased a 650-square-metre penthouse in developer Tim Gurner&#39;s St Moritz Melbourne project for a price of about $30 million.

The two-level apartment will sit atop the eight-level Pacific Grand building, with some 650 square metres internal space and 150 square metres of terraces.

There had been $45 million hopes for the 1001 square-metre penthouse atop the 14-level residential complex The Muse, on St Kilda Road, but it is being retained by the developer.

Any apartment sale at that level would set the record in Melbourne.

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$30.988 million asking price for Melboune's highest penthouse in Australia 108

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Developer, World Class Global, celebrates the unveiling of the tallest twin infinity pools at their landmark development Australia 108. The momentous occasion saw the opening of the building's 'golden starburst' which is home to the tower's full suite of luxury amenities.

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Perched 212 metres above ground and cantilevered four metres over the streets below, residents can enjoy a swim while watching the entire city wake up. The dual trapezoidal-shaped swimming pools stretch 18 metres long and 5.3 metres at the widest point, with both north and south-facing outlooks across Melbourne skyline, Port Phillip Bay, Abert Park Lake and the Dandenong Ranges.

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World Class Global CEO, David Ng, shared that The Star Club's opening was a significant milestone for the company and Australia 108's residents.

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"We are incredibly excited to open our spectacular Star Club at Australia 108. It is a huge milestone for the project and stellar icon for Melbourne's skyline, featuring two of the highest and most breathtaking swimming spots on the planet. The Star Club introduces a mix of social and wellbeing spaces for residents of Australia 108 situated at uncharted heights above the clouds." 
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The Star Club offers an impressive 2,800 square metres of amenities including resident lounges, two fully equipped gymnasiums, a theatre, meeting spaces and even a vertical sky garden. 

Learn more about Australia 108 <a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">here</a>. 
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World Class Global unveils the southern hemisphere's highest twin infinity pools at landmark Melbourne development Australia 108

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Residences in the new Australia 108 apartment complex, the tallest residential building in the southern hemisphere, have hit the market.

Located in Melbourne’s Southbank, the Australia 108 tower was designed by Fender Katsalidis and pays homage to the Australian flag with a rotated golden structure protruding from the building.

The 161 Cloud Residences are located between 210 metres and 319 metres above ground across the tower’s 72 through 100 floors, atop the building’s iconic Starburst feature. A collection of four limited edition Nova sub-penthouses are also on offer. Located on level 97 the three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartments span up to 200 sqm. They have price tags between $4,746,000 and $5,558,000.

The Cloud Residences also represent some of the most expensive residential apartments real estate in the nation, with prices between $1.9 million for a three bedroom and $25 million for the statement trophy 797 sqm penthouse, the most expensive apartment sold in Australia at the time of its sale in 2015.

<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/cloud_living_room.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/cloud_living_room.jpg?itok=ARb2IetD" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Cloud Residence Living Room</figcaption></figure>Prices for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment start from $470,000 and two-bedroom, two-bathroom starting from $630,000. The apartment's amenities include infinity pools, sauna and steam rooms, a private cinema and sophisticated dining and lounge rooms. Carr Design has curated the interiors of the units.

Australia 108 is located a three minute walk from the Crown Casino and entertainment complex and a seven minute walk to Flinders Street Station.

World Class Land, who developed the project, are also working on 30 Albert Street in Brisbane which is set to rise to over 270 metres.

Other projects by the developers include Melbourne’s Avant, located on 54 A’Beckett Street.
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Offerings include four limited sub-penthouses located on level 97 which starts from $4,746,000.

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Apartments in Melbourne's Australia 108, the Southern Hemisphere's tallest residential tower, listed for sale

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The appeal of modern <a href="/expert-insights/buying/melbourne-s-top-5-luxury-apartments-in-2020">luxury apartments</a> is the generous list of amenities to compliment your lifestyle, exclusive entertainment areas for you and your guests, local retail districts at your doorstep, and the quintessential panoramic views. 

With the growing need for high-rise developments to cater to demand for housing in highly populated urban neighbourhoods, the half-acre sections have been traded in for convenience and modern luxury. Skyscraper apartments in particular, are favoured for having some of the most spectacular views in the city. 

We’ve scoped out the top 5 most luxurious apartments that come with the best views in Melbourne. 

<h2><a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">1. Australia 108</a></h2>

Apartments from: $469,000 
Construction status: Under Construction 
Address: 70 Southbank Boulevard, Southbank VIC 3006

<figure><a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="435" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/australia-108-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank-15d8ef231fd758826834e5b1fcc1dc9b.jpg?itok=IQ036Ykv" title="Australia 108. Image supplied. " width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Australia 108. Image supplied.</figcaption></figure><figure><a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="378" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/australia-108-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank-dbf24efc7c558c9f35bec0074aeba42c.jpg?itok=3ZawChP_" title="Australia 108. Image supplied. " width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">Australia 108. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure>Noted as the tallest building in the southern hemisphere, Australia 108 is a tower that literally defines the term ‘cloud breaking’. Located in Southbank, the apartments within the development provide floorplans of up to 391 square metres, with exclusive access to private facilities and front row seats to watch the Grand Prix. This spacious apartment design promises the benefits of high-rise living, but peace and privacy at all times.  

<h2><a href="/buildings/premier-tower-134-160-spencer-street-melbourne">2. Premiere Tower</a></h2>

Apartments from: $693,470 
Construction status: Under Construction 
Address: 134-160 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

<figure><a href="/buildings/premier-tower-134-160-spencer-street-melbourne"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="435" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/premier-tower-134-160-spencer-street-melbourne-181cb1522c7c5ede35204d00968ee20f.jpg?itok=6deQ1eVJ" title="Premier Tower. Image supplied." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Premier Tower. Image supplied.</figcaption></figure><figure><a href="/buildings/premier-tower-134-160-spencer-street-melbourne"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="435" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/premier-tower-134-160-spencer-street-melbourne-5e83cb626d7b90dd2d071c5acde9cd5d.jpg?itok=o3sLOVtf" title="Premier Tower. Image supplied. " width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/premier-tower-134-160-spencer-street-melbourne">Premier Tower. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure>Premiere Tower is a collection of 660 spacious apartments spanning across 78 floors, and seated right in the heart of Melbourne CBD. Soon to be one of the top 10 highest in existence once completed, Premier extends 249 metres above the cityline, while overlooking Southern Cross Station and other Melbourne monuments. 

<h2><a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008">3. Voyager</a></h2>

Apartments from: $601,500 
Construction status: Under Construction 
Address: 103 South Wharf Drive, Docklands VIC 3008

<figure><a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="337" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/voyager-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-773ef4c8789729d1adce560fab9d0936.jpg?itok=VIE9D4QW" title="Voyager. Image supplied." width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008">Voyager. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure><figure><a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="378" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/voyager-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-3cc645d9d31b4261126318a40ab60ec4.jpg?itok=5Yzf-KlO" title="Voyager. Image supplied." width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008">Voyager. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure>Situated on the edge of the Yarra, Voyager is lauded for its views across Melbourne CBD to Port Phillip Bay. Targeted to be the tallest building in the precinct once completed, Voyager will feature 43 levels with a variety of apartment configurations available. With <a href="/expert-insights/buying/5-queensland-apartments-with-the-most-stunning-ocean-views">views overlooking the river, city and bay</a> residents will also have unparalleled access to great amenities within walking distance, with the close proximity of Docklands offering a hyper-luxury lifestyle. 

<h2><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">4. Melbourne Square</a></h2>

Apartments from: $701,000 
Construction status: Under Construction 
Address: 93-119 Kavanagh Street, Southbank VIC 3006

<figure><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="386" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank-790e96ba73847d29af20984688dfdf45.jpg?itok=lPMszLcd" title="Melbourne Square. Image supplied." width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">Melbourne Square. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure><figure><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="378" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/voyager-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-3cc645d9d31b4261126318a40ab60ec4_0.jpg?itok=0l4uvaDu" title="Voyager. Image supplied. " width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">Voyager. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure>A landmark among Melbourne’s popular arts district is Melbourne Square, which resides in the vibrant area of Southbank. The Couture Series is a collection of bespoke apartments located between levels 55 and 68, with properties ranging from three to five bedrooms. Designed by the award-winning team at Cox Architecture, this development comes with the promise of beautiful cityscape views and access to one of the most vibrant arts precincts in the country.

<h2><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">5. Paragon</a></h2>

Apartments from: $668,800 
Construction status: Under Construction 
Address: 318 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000

<figure><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="194" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/paragon-318-queen-street-melbourne-04c53f3b79ba29ec5bf848e275f5b0a5.jpg?itok=u00I3Dfz" title="Paragon. Image supplied." width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">Paragon. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure><figure><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="197" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/paragon-318-queen-street-melbourne-5af3e692306979df5f70f9d62648082a.jpg?itok=jJAZvIUV" title="Paragon. Image supplied. " width="580"></a>

<figcaption><a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">Paragon. Image supplied.</a></figcaption></figure>The newest addition to Melbourne’s Queens St is Paragon. The Beulah International development boasts exceptional luxury, with a striking facade and opulent living areas. With just 227 residences across 48 levels, this development allows residents to fully experience the joys of living in a high-rise building without compromising on space. Each home features floor-to-ceiling glazing which will guarantee expansive views of the city and beyond, which can be viewed from the comfort of your home or from Paragon’s three-story urban garden. 
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5 Melbourne apartments with the most spectacular views

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One of the most highly-anticipated skyscrapers of our decade, <a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">Australia 108</a>, has just achieved yet another construction milestone, reaching its peak core lift height of <a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">100 levels</a>.

The <a href="/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>-designed building is the sister tower to its neighbouring Eureka Tower, which Australia 108's building slab height surpassed earlier this year.  

This remarkable construction feat undertaken by <a href="/builders/multiplex">Multiplex</a> required a series of new building techniques to be developed explicitly for the project due to the unique nature of its design. An example of this is the purpose-build platforms which were installed for builders to install the 12-tonne golden trusses on to create the striking Starburst feature.

<a href="/developers/world-class-global">World Class Global</a> CEO David Ng explains that the unique golden feature will become an iconic hallmark of the Melbourne city skyline. 

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"The arrival of Australia 108's golden Starburst is a distinctive moment in the transformation of Melbourne's skyline for decades to come. I think many Melburnians will look back one day and struggle to remember a time when this golden star wasn't twinkling on our cityscape.”
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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/screen_shot_2019-11-28_at_3.30.47_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Australia 108. Credit: Aspial - World Class Land"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="876" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-11-28_at_3.30.47_pm.png?itok=TinNkvy-" title="Australia 108. Credit: Aspial - World Class Land" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Australia 108. Credit: Aspial - World Class Land</figcaption></figure><h2>Construction facts at a glance:</h2>

<ul>
<li>The Starburst is made up of 24 trusses (15 metres by 3.3 metres)</li>
	<li>Extensive groundworks took ten months to complete</li>
	<li>Bored piles reach 47 metres underground</li>
	<li>Interiors are slated for completion early next year</li>
	<li>The entire tower is likely to be completed mid-2020</li>
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"The installation of the Starburst is a key milestone in the delivery of this iconic tower, and we're delighted to have completed it safely and to an exceptional standard of quality. "It's a very proud moment for the entire Multiplex team to see Australia 108 and its Starburst now standing tall on the Melbourne skyline."
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Graham Cottam, Multiplex Regional Managing Director 

Currently, residents on lower levels of the tower have moved into their new homes, and have access to Level 11 facilities. These <a href="/project-updates/australia-108-amenities">amenities</a> include a fully-equipped gymnasium and pool, a golf simulator, movie theatre and dining room. 

<h2>Other updates:</h2>

<ul>
<li>Over the next few months, owners of the premium Cloud Residences (Levels 72 to 83) will be allowed to move into their homes. </li>
	<li>A new release of 3-bedroom Cloud Residences is now available for sale.</li>
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Australia 108 reaches 100th floor and achieves new construction milestone 

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The rise of Melbourne's tallest building has reached a noteworthy milestone.

Stage 1 of Australia 108 has achieved practical completion with 277 apartments and level 11 amenities now complete. As has become common practice elsewhere across Melbourne skyscrapers, residents will begin moving in this month whilst the balance of the tower is being built above.

Head contractor Multiplex currently has level 60 of 101 in the jump form with the floorplate at level 53. According to Project Manager Sinclair Brook, the next staged completion handover will see levels 31 to 67 ready for occupancy.

Lower level communal areas and the lobby space have been completed, allowing residents to come and go as they please, whilst workers will access the upper floors via a separate site entrance. Multiplex have advanced the floorplate more than 20 levels above the completed apartments, allowing for a substantial noise buffer zone.

<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/img_1321.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Podium planters in place"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_1321.jpg?itok=xnyUJ0zp" title="Podium planters in place" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Podium planters in place</figcaption></figure><h2>What they say</h2>

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This is a historic moment for this iconic project, which is not only on its way to becoming Melbourne’s tallest building but will also house the highest residences in the Southern Hemisphere. We extend a warm welcome to all of our inaugural residents who will now call this iconic address home.

With construction well advanced, we have a limited edition of three-bedroom apartments available in this iconic building for those interested in purchasing within a future landmark on Melbourne’s skyline
<cite>World Class Global CEO David Ng</cite>
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<blockquote>
We are delighted to be progressing as expected and have drawn on our technical expertise in delivering high-rise residential towers within the CBD environment. This country hasn’t seen a project like Australia 108 from a sheer numbers perspective.

If we look at the glass façade alone, all up some 2,500 tonnes of glass spanning 47,000 square metres will be used to create the tower’s innovative façade.
<cite>Multiplex Regional Managing Director Graham Cottam</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/img_1337.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Australia 108's dominating presence"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="1002" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_1337.jpg?itok=yIv1p1Bx" title="Australia 108's dominating presence" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Australia 108's dominating presence</figcaption></figure>Melburnians will have their chance to see what will become the <a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">Southern Hemisphere's tallest building</a> up close and personal during this year's Open House Melbourne.

Project architect Fender Katsalidis will host tours of the site over Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th of July, with booking available via the Open House Melbourne <a href="http://Openhousemelbourne.org">webpage</a>. Those who take the tour will get a chance to visit the tower's early amenities and common areas, with a host of other design features yet to materialise.

The tower’s golden Starburst, which will include two full floors of private amenities 210 metres above street level, is on target to be lifted into place early next year. It along with the undulating facade give Australia 108 its unique look.

According to the development team each facade pane weighs between 200-300 kilograms and measures approximately 4.5 square metres in area. The 2,500 tonnes of facade glass alongside 71,000 cubic metres of concrete will combine to form the structural backbone of Australia 108.

Developer World Class Global has noted that of the tower's 1,105 apartments, 19 remain for sale with all located above level 71. Australia 108's 750 square metre penthouse distinguished itself as Australia’s most expensive apartment when it sold to a Chinese buyer for $25 million during April 2015.

Lead image: Sinclair Brook
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Australia 108 reaches a significant construction marker, included within Open House 2018

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They are at either end of the size scale, yet two key Melbourne developments are beginning to show their wares.

Both Australia 108 and South Melbourne Primary School have received their first exterior finishes over recent weeks, providing the passersby with a glimpse at the final product which is still some time away, particularly in the case of Australia 108.

Melbourne's soon-to-be tallest tower situated on Southbank has received cladding over the first habitable floor above its podium, allowing fit-outs to begin on the first of the tower's one thousand plus apartments. The highly reflective, blue-tinged facade will be continued for the height of the massive building, save for intermittent white bands and the gold coloured 'starburst' that will break the blue monotony of the tower.

<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_13.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Australia 108 now elements of the facade in place. Image: Redden"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="435" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image10_13.jpg?itok=0Ku98hdO" title="Australia 108 now elements of the facade in place. Image: Redden" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Australia 108 now elements of the facade in place. Image: Redden</figcaption></figure>Australia 108's facade is highly complimentary to nearby neighbour Eureka Tower, with Fender Katsalidis the presiding architect for both projects. Blue, white and gold elements are present across both towers, although Australia 108's podium will be markedly different.

Later in its construction, Australia 108's tiered podium will receive mature planters, greening and softening the lower levels relative to street level. Currently level 27 is in Australia 108's jump form, equating to roughly 80 metres in height; still well short of the tower's ultimate height of 319 metres.

At the other end of the scale, South Melbourne Primary School (as it's known for now) is also receiving bursts of colour across its facade, albeit on a much smaller scale relative to Australia 108.

<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/image12_11.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Reality versus artist's impression. Render: Hayball"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="257" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image12_11.jpg?itok=r9BSmmpP" title="Reality versus artist's impression. Render: Hayball" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Reality versus artist's impression. Render: Hayball</figcaption></figure>Pops of pink have appeared across both its eastern and western flanks, as the exterior cladding continues to be rolled out over Fisherman's Bend's first school.

Architecture firm Hayball's design for the vertical campus won the Future Project of the Year at the 2016 World Architecture Festival.  Hayball have in the past described South Melbourne Primary School design as an outcome of research and the open exchange of ideas and different ways of thinking. 

The vivid colours across the building's facade will be opposed by the more sedate curtain finish which is being applied to the building's northern frontage. At its northern interface the building will eventually transition into an open, landscaped area for public use.

Completion of South Melbourne Primary School is due prior to the beginning of the 2018 academic year whilst Australia 108's final handover is slated for mid 2020.

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<figcaption>South Melbourne Primary School's main frontage</figcaption></figure>
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