A long-awaited transformation of a former industrial site in Holroyd has been given the green light, with the NSW Government approving the $1.2 billion Crescent Parklands masterplan that will deliver more than 1,200 new homes just south of Parramatta.

The State Significant Development approval clears the way for a large-scale mixed-use precinct at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1-crescent-street-holroyd-nsw-2142">1 Crescent Street</a>, replacing an underutilised site with a coordinated residential community anchored by new open space, retail, and commercial uses.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> for WA-based developer Tiberius, the approved scheme comprises seven buildings arranged across two precincts. In total, the development will deliver 1,227 apartments, including 201 allocated as affordable housing, alongside approximately 2,500 sqm of retail and 5,000 sqm of commercial space within a mixed-use podium.

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The project is structured as a masterplanned precinct rather than a standalone tower. Buildings 1 to 4 will rise from a shared podium with shop-top housing, while Buildings 5 to 7 are positioned closer to the northern park interface as residential flat buildings. The built form has been carefully modulated to balance density with amenity, with the design resolving building separation, solar access, and wind impacts at a precinct scale.

A significant focus of the design is the activation of Crescent Street and the integration of public domain. The submission notes that “individual townhouses [were] removed for community based functions to Crescent Street to increase activation and surveillance,” reinforcing a more urban and publicly engaged street edge. Retail, commercial tenancies, and resident amenity spaces are concentrated along this frontage and within the podium to support day-to-day activity.

The landscape strategy underpins the project’s identity, with a network of pedestrian connections, landscaped corridors, and open spaces linking the site internally and to its surroundings. The design prioritises permeability, delivering “increased uninterrupted flow between spaces for pedestrian access” and improved connections through to the adjoining parklands.

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Buildings within the western precinct are oriented toward the park, shaping a residential offering defined by proximity to open space. The design describes this approach as creating apartments “immersed in nature with apartments facing the park,” positioning the landscape as a central organising element of the masterplan.

The broader architectural response addresses both infrastructure and context, with taller elements capturing long-range views toward Parramatta while setbacks and separation distances mitigate impacts on surrounding residential areas. Sustainability initiatives, including solar optimisation, cross-ventilation, and integrated landscape systems, are embedded across the scheme.

Located approximately one kilometre south of Parramatta CBD, the 3.6-hectare site is bounded by Crescent Street, Woodville Road, and Holroyd Sportsground. It benefits from strong access to public transport, including nearby bus routes and train stations, and sits within a rapidly evolving corridor earmarked for increased residential density. The design also strengthens connections between surrounding green spaces, including Holroyd Sportsground and Parramatta Parklands.

The approval follows several years of planning, including a rezoning process that enabled significant uplift in height and density across the site. With determination now secured, Crescent Parklands is positioned to play a major role in delivering new housing supply within Greater Parramatta’s growth area.

Joel Robinson

Tiberius’ Crescent Parklands to deliver over 1,200 homes in major Holroyd transformation

A new State Significant Development application has been lodged over land at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/33-43-marion-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">33–43 Marion Street</a>, Parramatta, proposing a high-rise mixed-use tower that leverages planning incentives to deliver a substantial pipeline of new housing, including a dedicated affordable component.

The scheme, currently on exhibition, combines a shop-top housing development with a concurrent rezoning, positioning the site for a significant uplift in density within Parramatta’s evolving southern CBD fringe.

The proposal, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fuse-architecture-0">Fuse Architects</a> for CN Marion, would replace the existing buildings with a 37-storey mixed-use tower, delivering 296 apartments above a retail podium with six basement levels on the 2,376 sqm site.

The residential mix comprises 58 one-bedroom, 207 two-bedroom, and 31 three-bedroom apartments, with communal facilities located on the second level and the rooftop. Ground-level activation is driven by retail and food and beverage tenancies, alongside a publicly accessible through-site link designed to improve pedestrian permeability.

The project includes 194 car spaces, five motorcycle spaces, and 348 bicycle spaces, reflecting a transit-oriented approach in a location directly adjacent to the rail corridor and within walking distance of Harris Park Station.

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The design adopts a podium-and-tower composition, with a three-storey street wall addressing Marion Street and a reduced two-storey interface responding to adjoining heritage cottages.

A key component of the proposal is the integration of affordable housing under the NSW Government’s in-fill affordable housing pathway, with units to be retained for a minimum of 15 years. This is paired with a broader public domain strategy that emphasises permeability, deep soil planting, and a landscaped through-site link.

“The strategy prioritises a permeable, well-activated public realm and supports a compact tower form to minimise the building’s footprint while enhancing the quality of the ground-level experience,” the design report states.

The proposal includes a central landscaped courtyard, rooftop communal areas, and planting strategies aligned with local environmental conditions and cultural narratives.

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The site occupies a prominent corner of Marion and Station streets, roughly 100 metres from Harris Park Station, within a precinct earmarked for significant intensification. While the immediate context is characterised by low- to mid-rise buildings and heritage dwellings, planning controls and recent proposals point to a transition toward high-density development.

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Parramatta has been starved of new apartment supply in recent years. Builder-developers Deicorp and Coronation are the only two currently progressing projects in the suburb. Coronation is nearing completion of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/8-phillip-street-2-10-phillip-street-parramatta">8 Phillip Street</a>, which will be the tallest building in Western Sydney once finished, while Deicorp is delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/cosmopolitan-by-deicorp-parramatta-34-hassall-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">Cosmopolitan</a>, a development comprising over 600 apartments.
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First Look: Plans lodged for 37-storey mixed-use tower in Parramatta

A substantial uplift in height and density is being tested in Lane Cove, with a 225-apartment scheme at 300 Burns Bay Road now on public exhibition as a State Significant Development alongside a concurrent rezoning.

The proposal by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/level-33">Level 33</a> would see the demolition of an existing commercial building and associated structures, replaced by a residential development ranging from seven to 15 storeys.&nbsp;

The scheme delivers 225 apartments, including 34 designated as affordable housing, positioning it within the NSW Government’s accelerated Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

The development is arranged as three interconnected residential flat buildings, a response to the site’s long, narrow configuration and sloping topography.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a>, the project’s designer, describe a built form that is “divided into three sections, each connected by intermediate infill slots which are recessed to establish greater setbacks and further articulate the development.”

Across the scheme, apartments are supported by communal amenity at ground and rooftop levels, including landscaped open space and a rooftop pool. Basement and lower ground levels accommodate parking, storage, and building services, while a new public park is proposed along the eastern edge of the site, replacing part of the existing built form.

The architectural response has been shaped by the site’s pronounced fall towards the Lane Cove River, with building heights stepping down from west to east to reduce visual bulk and respond to adjoining bushland.&nbsp;

The design report notes that “the development has been carefully designed to integrate with the existing topography with the placement of massing and floor levels adjusted respecting the site’s inherent characteristics.”

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The project is being advanced through a concurrent rezoning process, seeking to increase the permissible height and floor space ratio beyond current Lane Cove LEP controls of 21 metres. Under the proposal, height would reach up to 54.5 metres, reflecting a shift toward higher-density outcomes in well-located urban areas.

Located on a 7,595 sqm site, the development sits within an established high-density residential pocket characterised by mid-rise apartment buildings set within a bushland setting. The site is within close proximity to Burns Bay Reserve, the Lane Cove River, and an extensive network of open space, reinforcing its strategic positioning for increased housing supply.

Level 33 is doing through the Housing Delivery Authority to try and get its Homebush project of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/level-33-adds-to-2-000-unit-pipeline-with-new-two-tower-homebush-plans">more than 300 apartments approved</a>.

The developer has over 2,000 apartments in the pipeline, predominantly in Wollongong.

First look: Level 33 proposes 225-apartment Lane Cove tower

Following the completion of its debut Palm Beach apartment development EVA on Tenth, local Gold Coast developer Chippendale Group has launched its latest project in the in demand area.

Chippendale Group, led by fifth-generation Palm Beach local Daniel Chippendale, has kicked off sales at&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1775884443343000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2GyxnGQKU2XXwTzQ8_VHgi" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221" target="_blank">ELISE</a>, 68 coastal-infused apartments just 40 metres from the sand on Twenty Fifth Avenue.

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Construction is already well underway, a signal of confidence to buyers, following the demolition of the two-storey walk-up and 1990s built house that sat on two sites that have been amalgamated to create a prime corner block.

There are a mix of two- and three-bedroom apartments on offer, starting from $1.4 million.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, Elise responds to its coastal setting through a horizontal architectural form with recessed glazing and layered landscaping. The design aims to balance light, shade and sea breezes while creating a defined presence along the streetscape.&nbsp;

Residences have been planned with an emphasis on outdoor living suited to the Gold Coast climate, including large balconies designed as usable outdoor rooms. Interiors will feature a selection of European appliances and natural materials, including New Zealand wool carpets.&nbsp;

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Resident amenities are centred around a wellness-focused ground-level precinct. There will be private access to a heated swimming pool, sauna, cold plunge and gym, alongside a residents’ lounge with dining and entertaining space.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">ELISE</a> is located towards the northern end of Palm Beach, which puts it just a short walk to Tallebudgera and Currumbin Creeks. At the end of the street is the newly extended Oceanway, a 36-kilometre pathway that runs up and down the Gold Coast.

Chippendale is targeting a late 2027 completion date for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">ELISE</a>.

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Chippendale Group launches Elise, 40 metres from the Palm Beach sand

Sydney developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/31-41-o-hara-street-marrickville-nsw-2204">Third.i</a>&nbsp;has announced a new transport-oriented development in one of Sydney Inner West’s most sought-after metropolitan locations, delivering much needed housing within steps of world-class public transport and vibrant village life.

Located at&nbsp;31-41 O’Hara St,&nbsp;Marrickville, the proposed mixed-use development will include around 300 apartments, with up to 17 per cent dedicated to affordable housing, reinforcing Third.i’s commitment to creating inclusive, well-connected communities that support a diverse mix of residents who keep Sydney’s neighbourhoods thriving.

Located just 100 metres from the new Metro station, the development places residents within minutes of the CBD while offering seamless access to the Inner West’s cafés, retail, and local services. Anchored within a thriving local centre, the project supports everyday living without reliance on cars, while also delivering new public open space for the local community, including a new park and landscaped green areas, alongside high-quality private resident amenities.

Florian Caillon, Head of Acquisitions for Third.i Group, said the project builds on the company’s ongoing work alongside the NSW Government to deliver housing and amenity alongside major transport infrastructure. Amenity includes an activated pedestrianise retail strip that connects Illawarra Road down to the pocket park, and health and wellness facilities.&nbsp;

“Delivering housing of this scale within an established village is a rare opportunity, and few companies have achieved residential outcomes of this size at a village centre," Caillon said.

"We are excited to set a new standard for urban living in the heart of Marrickville,” he said.&nbsp;

The inclusion of affordable housing has been welcomed by frontline workers.

“We are supportive of developments which will allow essential workers like nurses, midwives and carers, the opportunity to live in the communities they care for," said&nbsp;Michael Whaites, General Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association..

“Many healthcare workers tell us they would like to live closer to where they work, but are being priced out of the market, forcing them to move further away.&nbsp;

“Dedicated apartments for essential workers will support recruitment and retention in local hospitals and aged care facilities, helping to strengthen our health system.”

The project has been declared State Significant Development (SSD) by the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).

Third.i to deliver 300 apartments in Marrickville TOD precinct

Cedar Woods

Developer Cedar W​oods has announced the launch of a new luxury project in Melbourne following an increase in demand for off t​he plan townhomes close to the CBD.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Located in the city-fringe suburb of North Melbourne, 88 Lev​e​​son encompasses 15 three and four-bedroom townhomes, each with private outdoor&nbsp;entertaining space.&nbsp;

The project mirrors Cedar Woods&rsquo; ethos to deliver quality projects that meet buyer demands, chief operating officer Patrick Archer says.

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&ldquo;In every project we undertake, our primary focus is developing in areas with access to&nbsp;amenity, creating quality homes, and building community, which are all evident in our latest North Melbourne project.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&ldquo;When considering off t​he plan, purchasers need to feel confident and secure in the&nbsp;outcome of their new home and 88 Leve​son provides that clear vision in a convenient location, only two kilometres from the city,&rdquo; Archer said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pre-launch enquiry has indicated the project will be highly sought after, with the volume of enquiry &ldquo;outstanding&rdquo; at the pre-release phase.

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&ldquo;This is a result of the lack of off t​​he plan townhome opportunities within inner Melbourne&nbsp;and the current dearth of residential listings,&rdquo; said Marsha​ll White&rsquo;s Mark Dayman.&nbsp;

Designed by Genton, 88 Le​veson caters to the design-savvy buyer with a striking brick fa&ccedil;ade that references the industrial history of the site.

The interiors, curated by Adele Bates, features high-quality modern amenity including Miele appliances and Signorino&nbsp;stone and have been designed for liveability.

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&ldquo;The industrial nature of the architecture and local character is seamlessly integrated and&nbsp;juxtaposed with fine design elements carried harmoniously through the homes. The interiors are imbued with a sense of huma​n scale and tactility through fine attention to detail, function,&nbsp;and materiality,&rdquo; Bates said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

88 Lev​eson is only a short distance from the historic Errol Street and within walking distance&nbsp;of Queen Victoria Market, University of Melbourne and the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct.&nbsp;

Its location makes it highly desirable to a range of purchasers, particularly&nbsp;professionals working in the nearby employment precincts.

Construction is anticipated to commence in 2022.&nbsp;

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<h2 style="margin-left: 0.4pt;">Other projects by Cedar Woods</h2>

The national developer Cedar Woods has also been developing other projects in Melbourne, such as the 64-hectare masterplanned community, Mason Quarter.

Located in Melbourne&rsquo;s northern growth corridor, only 25-kilometres from the CBD, Mason Quarter incorporates 800 dwellings, two schools and community facilities.

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Land lots within this community are selling now, with 294sqm that boast 10.5-metre frontage available from just $316,000,

The community will offer the opportunity for people to craft their ideal lifestyle in beautiful, natural surrounds with a 7.9-hectare conservation reserve and over 30 distributed tree reserves with majestic river red gums on site.

Mason Quarter is conveniently located within walking distance of the future Wollert town&nbsp;centre and a range of existing infrastructure and public amenity.

The project mirrors Cedar Woods’ ethos to deliver quality projects that meet buyer demands, chief operating officer Patrick Archer explains

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Cedar Woods launch boutique North Melbourne townhouse development, 88 Leveson

Buyers have snapped up all 14 blocks on launch in the latest Ellendale land release from Cedar Woods, as the Brisbane market continues to gather steam.

The lots, ranging between $399,000 and $643,000, sold out following a two-week expressions of interest&nbsp;campaign. There were around 150 interested buyers in the small lot release.

The quick-fire sales come&nbsp;after CoreLogic revealed Brisbane house prices continued their upward trend in July, rising by two&nbsp;per cent for a total gain of 15.9 per cent in the past 12 months on the back of sustained high demand.

Cedar Woods Development Director Peter Starr said Ellendale continued to be a highly sought-after lifestyle offering.

&ldquo;The sellout again signals the strength of the Brisbane market and the appeal of the Ellendale community,&rdquo; Starr said.

&ldquo;We decided to embark on an expressions of interest campaign for the first time for this new release, we considered this the fairest way to manage the significant demand we&rsquo;ve been experiencing for new land in Ellendale.

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&ldquo;The process meant all interested buyers had the opportunity to purchase, by submitting an offer on their top three lots.

&ldquo;We wanted to avoid buyers feeling like they needed to go to great lengths, such as camping out, to secure a lot and believe this method provided the most measured and sensible approach.

&ldquo;The feedback we received from purchasers about the process was overwhelmingly positive and we are thrilled more families can now start planning their dream homes here at Ellendale.&rdquo;

Located just 12 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, Ellendale features large homesites and tree-lined streets nestled amongst 91 hectares of nature corridors and recreation space.

Residents have access to&nbsp;landscaped green spaces, a parklands and a playground, which are linked by a series of walkways and bikeways. Starr said the new land release was superbly located, with beautiful bushland aspects.

&ldquo;Families have all they need for the ideal lifestyle close by, from parklands and expansive playgrounds with state-of-the-art play equipment right through to walkways, bikeways and multiple places for barbecues at lookouts with scenic views,&rdquo; he said.

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&ldquo;There&rsquo;s also a newly opened C&amp;K childcare in the community and a range of schools, parks, shops and public transport in easy reach.&rdquo;

Starr said Cedar Woods was working to bring forward new stages of land as soon as possible, to meet the continued demand for homesites at Ellendale and across Brisbane.

&ldquo;As buyers become more lifestyle focused following COVID-19, we are finding more people looking to become part of leafy communities within commuting distance of the Brisbane CBD, which is making Ellendale a popular choice,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We already have a waiting list of interested purchasers for our next release, so the best way to avoid disappointment is to register your details now, so you are among the first to hear when new land is available.&rdquo;

Cedar Woods Development Director Peter Starr said Ellendale continued to be a highly sought-after lifestyle offering

Demand spikes for land in Brisbane as Cedar Woods secure sales at Ellendale land release

Buyers of Grace Apartments, the second apartment building at the $400 million Glenside development by Cedar Woods have begun moving into their new homes.

The new residents will see the residential community at Glenside grow to more than 300.

Designed by leading South Australian architects Hames Sharley, Grace is a boutique four-storey apartment building incorporating 44 spacious one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

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Grace offers Glenside&rsquo;s first three-bedroom penthouses and sub-penthouses, and features incredible community amenities, including the recently-completed 15,000sqm main reserve, Glenside Park.

&ldquo;Driving past Glenside and seeing the construction when we first came back to Adelaide [got us interested]&rdquo;, said buyers Callan and Anna.

&ldquo;We thought, &lsquo;Wow, if we are staying in Adelaide, that would be the perfect spot.&rsquo;&rdquo;

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Grace boasts views of Glenside&rsquo;s state-listed heritage buildings, as well as includes generous open-plan living spaces, large balconies, gourmet kitchens and secure basement parking.

&ldquo;Because Cedar Woods is a listed company, we could do our own research, too and find out if we could trust them. And the foundation here was already laid, so we knew that it was going to happen. Botanica was already built, so it was easier for us to envision that this would become such a great space to live&rdquo;, Callan and Anna said.

In July, Cedar Woods launched Glenside&rsquo;s third apartment building, Monarch, to the public.

The boutique six-storey apartment building will incorporate 51 luxury one, two and three-bedroom apartments, overlooking Glenside&rsquo;s Linear Reserve and community park.

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Monarch has been designed with a high-level of sustainability and energy saving features including solar powered communal areas, provision for electric car charging and zero landfill target waste management system.

&ldquo;Apartment living at Glenside is unique because residents are stepping outside their

front door into glorious established grounds with mature trees, community parks and lush, green landscaping, yet they&rsquo;re only minutes from the CBD&rdquo;, Cedar Woods development director Mark Pivovaroff said.

Glenside will see the continued transformation of the 16-hectare site into a master-planned community with new homes and high quality landscaped public spaces as well as walking and cycling trails.

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Buyers of Grace Apartments, the second apartment building at the $400 million Glenside development by Cedar Woods have begun moving into their new homes. 

The first Grace Apartment residents have moved into Cedar Woods' Glenside Development

The ASX-listed developer&nbsp;Cedar Woods&nbsp;has spent $63.5 million on&nbsp;two sites in Melbourne&rsquo;s western growth corridor.

They&#39;ve secured a 14.6 hectare site in Fraser Rise ($30.5 million) and a 39.7 hectare site in Fieldstone ($33 million). Combined, the acquisitions will add 725 lots to Cedar Woods&rsquo; development pipeline.

The Fraser Rise site (pictured main),&nbsp;25 kilometers north west of Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD, has planning permits in place for a 225 lot subdivision.

As part of the Plumpton Precinct Structure Plan, the development will benefit from a recreational park and a proposed non-government school. Settlement is due in October 2021 and is expected to contribute to Cedar Woods earnings from FY23.

The Company&rsquo;s purchase of a 39.7 hectare site in Fieldstone (below)&nbsp;is on deferred terms and is subject to Cedar Woods receiving approval to subdivide the site from its parent title, which is anticipated in FY23.

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The Fieldstone development is expected to yield over 500 lots in the future Rockbank South Precinct Structure Plan.

Cedar Woods&rsquo; Managing Director, Nathan Blackburne, said the new acquisitions will come to market sequentially, further extending the Company&rsquo;s earnings pipeline.

&ldquo;Both sites provide exposure to Melbourne&rsquo;s western growth corridor with Fraser Rise set to benefit from continued demand for housing lots and Fieldstone&rsquo;s launch anticipated in FY24 or FY25,&rdquo;&nbsp;Blackburne said.

&ldquo;With our strong balance sheet, the support of our financiers and finance facility headroom of $94 million at FY21 year end, Cedar Woods remains well positioned to continue our strategy of diversification, bolstering our portfolio with quality product that meets the strong appetite for new housing in Australia.&quot;

They've secured a 14.6 hectare site in Fraser Rise ($30.5 million) and a 39.7 hectare site in Fieldstone ($33 million)



Cedar Woods acquires two new development sites in Melbourne's west

St. A, a new residential development by Cedar Woods, is setting a new standard for living in the heart of St Albans. St A was designed by DKO and includes 254 residences that are aimed at providing homeowners with an upgraded lifestyle complete with modern conveniences and timeless style. Each home has been meticulously designed to provide functional open plan living spaces, a large storage capacity, and a seamless indoor/outdoor flow.&nbsp;

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<h2>1. St A offers great access to Melbourne CBD, shopping centres and Sunshine Hospital</h2>

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Residents will have easy access to the CBD as the St Albans Train Station is situated within walking distance. To go to the city, residents can either travel on the Sunbury line by train or on buses 408, 419 or 903. The city is also only a 20-30 minute drive away on the freeway. St A is also less than 10 minutes drive to Brimbank shopping centre, Keilor Central, and many more shopping centres. It is also good to know that the new upgraded Sunshine Hospital is less than 10 minutes by car.&nbsp;

<h2>2. St A is close to a variety of education, perfect for families and students</h2>

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<figcaption>St Albans Secondary College, <a href="https://stalbanssc.vic.edu.au/">source</a></figcaption>
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For families or students looking to move into the area, there are a number of schools to choose from close to St Albans.

Some of the top education centres include:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>St Albans Primary School</li>
	<li>Victoria University</li>
	<li>St Alban Heights Primary School</li>
	<li>Willis Street Kindergarten</li>
	<li>St Alban Meadows Primary School</li>
	<li>Sunshine Park Estate Kindergarten</li>
	<li>Catholic Regional College St Albans</li>
	<li>St Albans Secondary College</li>
</ul>

<h2>3. Join a multicultural suburb and try new things</h2>

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<figcaption>Vietnamese &amp; Chinese Restaurant: Phi Phi 2, <a href="https://www.quandoo.com.au/place/phi-phi-2-57230/photos">source</a></figcaption>
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St Albans is a very multicultural suburb, which means that there are a variety of restaurants, bars and cafes. For an array of Asian cuisine, visit St Albans&#39; major shopping strip, Alfrieda Street, or Main Road West/East if you are looking for European and Middle Eastern cuisines. Grocery shopping will be easy as Woolworths and multiple asian grocery stores are within walking distance.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>4. St Albans is a thriving community&nbsp;</h2>

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<figcaption>Lion Dance at the St Albans Lunar Festival, <a href="https://www.dyob.com.au/suburbs/north-west/st-albans">source</a></figcaption>
</figure>

There are a lot of entertainment options available to St Alban residents. Head down to The Bowery Theatre and St Albans Community Centre (STACC) where they both host art and community venues available for performances, rehearsals, meetings, and events. For a casual scene, St Albans Hotel would be perfect for drinks and dinner in the bistro with live entertainment, pool tables, sport playing on a big screen and an indoor play area for your kids. Every January, 80,000 people gather at St Albans to celebrate the Lunar Festival to watch the Lion Dance and a fireworks display.&nbsp;

<h2>5. St Albans is an in demand suburb</h2>

According to <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/neighbourhoods/st-albans-3021-vic " target="_blank">Realestate.com</a>, a medium house price at St Albans is $640,000 as of June 2021, and $350 per week for rent as of July. If you are looking to invest, renting at $350 per week would obtain a 2.8% annual rental return for homes. In the last 5 years, St Albans has experienced a compound growth rate of 7.2% for homes and 6.5% for apartment units. St Alban&rsquo;s demographic consists of 24.5% in independent youth and 28.8% in couples and families.&nbsp;

<h2>6. Enjoy the surrounding greenery and be closer to nature with a selection of nearby parks</h2>

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<figcaption>Cairnlea Park, <a href="https://goodmigrations.com/city-guides/melbourne/cairnlea">source</a></figcaption>
</figure>

To briefly escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, parklands such as the Brimbank Park, Waterfield Park, Cairnlea Park, and Organ Pipes National Park are all within a 5 minute drive. To enjoy a coastal walk, Altona beach is only a 25 minute drive. Each home is also built with sustainability in mind to reduce the carbon footprint of the entire development, attaining a 6-star energy rating. This includes features such as rainwater tanks and double glazing on select residences.&nbsp;

There are a variety of two and&nbsp;three-bedroom townhomes currently available, with several design layouts to choose from including:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Sapphire IV: A 3 storey 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, a study and a double garage</li>
</ul>

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<figcaption>Sapphire IV</figcaption>
</figure>

<ul>
	<li>Argyle I &amp; II: A 2 storey, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom and a carpark</li>
</ul>

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<figcaption>Argyle I &amp; II</figcaption>
</figure>

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If you can imagine a life in St Albans and enjoying all that the neighbourhood has to offer, then reach out to a sales agent via Urban today.

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7 reasons to consider buying a home at Cedar Woods' St A in Melbourne's north west

First home buyers are securing affordable homes at St Albans, thanks to Cedar Woods’ new St.A townhouse development. &nbsp;

The striking project, designed by DKO Architecture, features 254 two, three and four-bedroom homes which have been crafted to give residents an elevated lifestyle.

Among the first home buyers purchasing into the charming development is 24-year-old civil engineer, Jessica Nguyen. &nbsp;

Urban spoke to young property buyer about her buying journey and what she loves about St.A.

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MK: Where did you previously live and why are you moving to St.A?

JN: I currently live in Caroline Springs and decided to move to St.A because of the location. The area has already been largely developed with a train station within walking distance as well as great restaurants.

I spend so much time in the area already. So many of my family and friends live in St Albans and more of my friends are looking to buy in the area.

MK: Were you already looking for property when you discovered St.A?

JN: I’ve been looking for the last few months mainly at new developments around the Maribyrnong, Sunshine and St Albans areas.

<blockquote>
St.A appealed to me because of the price, distance from the city and amenity, available all within my budget.
</blockquote>

MK: What do you love most about what St.A has to offer residents?

JN:&nbsp;There is amazing food and a great community. The train station is a big factor for me, it is walking distance from St.A to the station, whereas right now I have to drive 20 minutes to the nearest station each day.

MK: Which townhome configuration did you opt for, and what led you to narrow down your decision?

JN: I purchased the Argyle townhome which has two-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and a single garage.

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<figcaption>The Argyle floorplan</figcaption>
</figure>

Price was a big influence. I went through a mortgage broker who helped me figure out what I could afford, and I was thrilled that this was slightly under budget.

MK: What was it like negotiating with the sales agent and the team at Cedar Woods?

JN: Minh was really good to work with; he understood my non-negotiables and replied quickly to get the deal done.

MK: What made you decide to buy off-the-plan rather than an existing dwelling?

JN: I wanted to build and found that buying off-the-plan was a lot easier and stress-free. St.A is already a built-up area and I could see the quality and style of homes Cedar Woods delivered.

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MK: St A has impressive nearby amenity. Which amenity is your favourite?

JN: Definitely the restaurants. My favourite is Thuan Phat, I go there every week!

MK: As a first home buyer, how did you find the due diligence research and purchase process?

JN: I asked advice from family who told me to first go to a mortgage broker to understand my budget. I also watched a lot of YouTube videos and listened to podcasts on how to budget and save for my first deposit.

I was also looking at another development in Sunshine but I liked the St.A amenity more. It is already an established community, whereas the other is still a while away from feeling like a community.

MK: Did you have a set of criteria that your first home had to meet?

JN: I very much looked at this purchase as an investment as well as my first home and having two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garage was a set requirement for me.

I personally wanted a backyard area as well and I had a preference for a downstairs living area.

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As this was my first home, it had to be eligible for the First Home Owner Grant as well as fit within my budget.

What advice would you have for other first home buyers?

JN: Research as much as you can and understand your budget [and] prepare for the expenses of home ownership as well!

MK: Is there anything else you would like to add about your new home or the area more generally? 

JN: St Albans is such a beautiful place; it has come a long way in recent years. It is such good value being so close to the city; the west is the next big thing!

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Among the first home buyers purchasing into the charming development is 24-year-old civil engineer, Jessica Nguyen. Urban spoke to young property buyer about her buying journey 

Why I purchased: The 24-year-old first home buyer of a two-bedroom townhouse at St Albans's St.A development by Cedar Woods

Construction has commenced on Lincoln Apartments, the fourth apartment development by property developer Cedar Woods at its Williams Landing masterplanned community in Melbourne&rsquo;s west.

Figurehead Construction has been appointed as the builder for Lincoln Apartments, having previously delivered multiple projects for Cedar Woods across its Victorian communities.

Cedar Woods development director, Callum Knight, joined Figurehead managing director, Joe Grasso, on-site recently for the project&rsquo;s official sod turn.

<figure><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="541" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/210520_lincoln_sod-turn_cal_joe2-crop_1.jpg?itok=RSSD7Mno" title="f Callum Knight, development director at Cedar Woods and Joe Grasso, managing director at Figurehead Construction, breaking ground at the project site" width="580" />

<figcaption>Callum Knight, development director at Cedar Woods and Joe Grasso, managing director at Figurehead Construction, breaking ground at the project site.</figcaption>
</figure>

&ldquo;Our Lincoln project has started construction at an exciting time as we continue to create local jobs and support the construction industry,&rdquo; Knight explains.

Designed by DKO Architecture, the five-storey building will include 69 apartments and features in-house amenities including a gym and a communal rooftop recreation area for residents to enjoy.

Buyers get the opportunity to tailor their apartments, with light or dark palette options of textured timbers, honed stone, loop pile carpet and large format porcelain tiles.

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Lincoln Apartments is located within the town centre and will be a short walk from the Williams Landing shopping centre, train station, restaurants and the growing commercial office hub.

According to Knight, amenity has been a key driver in the popularity of the project.

&ldquo;We have developed Lincoln as a project that offers everything residents could possibly need. Being located within the town centre and having access to in-building amenity, purchasers are taking advantage of the value on offer.&rdquo;

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Following the ground-breaking of Lincoln Apartments, Cedar Woods has launched a series of boutique apartment stages in response to market demand from owner-occupiers for low-rise, suburban living.

Positioned as one of Wyndham&rsquo;s preeminent suburbs, once completed, the $2 billion masterplanned Williams Landing community will be home to 2,400 dwellings, as well as a thriving commercial and retail precinct.

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Located just 20 kilometres from Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD Williams Landing offers a diverse housing mix, train station, shopping, dining, parklands and office precinct, and has created demand from first home buyers, to downsizers and investors who saw the growth potential of the suburb.

Construction completion for Lincoln Apartments is slated for mid-2022.

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Construction has commenced on Lincoln Apartments, the fourth apartment development by property developer Cedar Woods at its Williams Landing masterplanned community

Construction commences at Cedar Woods’ fourth Williams Landing apartment development, Lincoln Apartments

Nestled in the shade of the River Red Gums, Mason Quarter is an exclusive new community creating lifestyle opportunities in&nbsp;Wollert.

Delivered by Cedar WoodsThe community offers an&nbsp;opportunity to&nbsp;that suits any lifestyle in beautiful, natural surrounds, with a diverse range of home styles available.&nbsp;

Mason Quarter is a 64-hectare master planned community in Melbourne’s northern growth corridor, located only 25 kilometres from the CBD.

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The&nbsp;project incorporates around 800 dwellings, two schools, community facilities, a 7.9-hectare conservation reserve and over 30 distributed tree reserves with majestic river red gums.

The community is conveniently located within walking distance of the future Wollert town centre and there is a range of existing infrastructure and public amenity available nearby including the Hume Freeway, Metropolitan Ring Road, hospitals, shopping centres and public transport.

<a href="/developments/wollert-vic-3750">Enquire now at Urban</a>.

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Mason Quarter is a 64-hectare master planned community in Melbourne’s northern growth corridor, located only 25 kilometres from the CBD

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Discover Mason Quarter, the brand new Wollert master-planned community

Residents of Aster apartments will be able to hire an electric vehicle by the hour thanks to a new partnership between developer Cedar Woods, Origin Energy and e-mobility and proptech company, Ohmie Go.

Belonging to the larger 6.5-hectare masterplanned Jackson Green community, Aster apartments will be one of two buildings that will home a Tesla Model 3 for resident hire, providing an eco-friendly transport option to residents.

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Using the Ohmie Go app, the car can be picked up and paid for at an hourly, daily or weekend rate, for as little as $15 per hour.

This partnership comes as the Victorian Government announces hopes for&nbsp;half of all new cars sold to be zero-emission by 2030.

Cedar Woods chief operating officer Patrick Archer explained the influence of existing infrastructure on the decision to offer carshare in the community.

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&ldquo;Jackson Green is well serviced by public transport meaning car ownership is not always a necessary expense. We consider the needs of people in our communities and we believe that carshare services will bridge the gap between public transport and car ownership to add great value to the lives of Jackson Green residents&rdquo;, Archer said.

The Tesla Model 3 will be partially subsidised by Origin Energy who has also partnered with Cedar Woods on its sold-out Huntington apartments.

Huntington will deliver the most sustainable development to date in the Jackson Green masterplan, boasting a 40KW solar PV system to power common areas and communal electric vehicle chargers.

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Kyle Bolto, Ohmie Go CEO and founder said the initiative will create a real alternative to traditional car ownership.

&ldquo;This initiative will deliver sustainable mobility for the exclusive use of residents at Jackson Green&rsquo;s Huntington and Aster apartments,&rdquo; Bolto said.

<blockquote>
&quot;Fully managed, on-site e-mobility and its integration with the built-form is the inevitable progression for all new large-scale residential developments.&rdquo;
</blockquote>

Jackson Green will be the first residential development in Victoria to offer Ohmie Go.

Featuring 128 apartments across three buildings, Aster apartments in one, two and three-bedroom configurations are currently selling.

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Aster apartments will be one of two buildings in Cedar Woods' Jackson Green masterplan that will home a Tesla Model 3 for resident hire

Tesla carshare coming to residents at Clayton South’s Aster Apartments

Cedar Woods delivers the first major masterplanned development in the popular community of St Albans with its latest project, St.A.

Designed by DKO Architecture, every home&nbsp;boasts architectural design in a well-serviced location, providing an ideal first home or investment to a range of buyers.

St.A features a six-star energy efficiency rating, as well as spacious layouts, ample&nbsp;storage and open-plan living areas.

There are currently six&nbsp;townhome&nbsp;designs available at the project. Urban takes a look at two of the different floorplans available.

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St.A features a six-star energy efficiency rating, as well as spacious layouts, amply storage and open-plan living areas.

According to Cedar Wood, there are currently s townhomes available at the project. Urban takes a look at five of the different floorplans available.

1. Argyle

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With two residences available, Argyle design is a superbly appointed two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhome with open-plan living spaces.

Both homes are located&nbsp;on Cameron Lane within the stage 10 release of Cedar Woods&rsquo; St.A development.

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The turn-key home&nbsp;features include stone kitchen benchtops, stainless steel appliances, a rainwater tank, landscaping and high ceilings.

2. Sapphire IV

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The Sapphire IV configuration provides another great family home for mulit-generational families seeking property in St Albans.

Two available homes feature this layout at Lot 904 and Lot 907, with frontage to Higgins Walk.

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Boasting three bedrooms, including one at ground level, 3.5 bathrooms, study area and a private courtyard, these light-filled homes are packed with great features including large lounge areas, landscaping and split-system air conditioning.

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Urban takes a look at five townhouse floorplans available at Cedar Wood's St Albans project, St. A

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