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

Docklands

ASX-listed developer Mirvac have consciously taken luxury up a level at their latest Yarra's Edge apartment tower, Trielle.

Trielle's prime location along the north-facing bank of the Yarra River is truly unrepeatable. Just 12.5 metres from the water's edge, it provides views of the city skyline, the Yarra River and Port Phillip Bay. The proximity to bustling Collins Street and the emerging Fishermans Bend precinct ensures residents will enjoy the best of both worlds – urban convenience and tranquil riverside living.

The soaring 45 level tower opposite Point Park, offers some of the largest apartments in the $1.2 billion Yarra's Edge masterplan, which Mirvac began developing in 1994.&nbsp;

Michael Wiener, Mirvac Design Director said “There is a beautiful story behind Trielle, being the jewel in the Yarra’s Edge crown and this beauty is subtly embedded in the design, detailing and materiality of the Sub-Penthouse Collection.

“With breathtaking north-facing views across the river – Trielle sits in the dress circle of Melbourne’s waterfront. Marina YE, Fishermans Bend, Port Phillip Bay – this is Melbourne’s future, and Trielle is a central figure," Wiener said.&nbsp;

One of the most prestigious offerings in the development is the Sub-Penthouse Collection. Buyers have the option to be positioned sky high within the tower or closer to the water in&nbsp;the podium, benefitting from a north or north-east facing orientation, each adjoining to spacious balconies that span from 26 sqm to 59 sqm.

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Victor Wong, Senior Associate, Mirvac Design said “The Sub-Penthouse Collection has been oriented to maximise Trielle’s northern aspect and proximity to the Yarra River, as well as the view down Collins Street to the city.

"Designed to create different zones, the oversized sub-penthouses allow for both privacy and connection with friends or family."

"These residences will be a regenerative place to live, comprising a series of interconnecting flowing spaces giving residents the ultimate flexibility to craft their own living masterpiece," Wong said.

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Offering three bedrooms with the option of a fourth or a media room in the tower and three bedroom dual-level floorplans in the podium, these residences redefine spaciousness and elegance. Hotel-like in their quality, every feature and finish is a subtle tribute to the Yarra River, which serves as both muse and backdrop for Trielle's opulent lifestyle.

"The extensive use of bespoke joinery, premium natural stone and sparkling surfaces continue the narrative from external architecture to interior architecture.&nbsp;Reflecting the natural beauty of this precious diamond, the materials add a natural warmth, elegance, and sophistication to the Trielle living experience.” Wiener said.

The kitchens in the sub-penthouses are a visual and practical masterpiece, featuring faceted stone island benches adorned with soft LED lighting, and premium appliances including Bora, Gaggenau and Wolf.&nbsp;

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The scullery is equipped with premium appliances including a steam oven, speed oven, warming drawer, Gaggenau coffee machine and a dishwasher.

Generous ceiling heights and floor-to-ceiling windows amplify the feeling of grandeur and space, while chevron timber floors add warmth and sophistication to the living spaces. The sub-penthouses also include a built-in TV unit and bar, complete with Sub-Zero wine fridge.

The master retreats are nothing short of palatial. The ensuite bathrooms exude the opulence of a world-class luxury hotel, with fluted shower screens, heated towel rails, and a freestanding jewel-like bath and basins custom designed by Apaiser. Exquisite timber veneer joinery in the walk-in robes and dressing room add to the sense of luxury and offer the perfect showcase for your finest clothes.

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Trielle offers two distinct colour schemes, "Luminosa" with its light, contemporary hues inspired by the river’s play of light, and "Inchiostro", favouring dramatic, seductive shades reminiscent of the night sky. The choices allow residents to personalise their living spaces to match their unique styles.

Sub-penthouse residents will also benefit from a range of amenities within Trielle, designed to offer a new standard for living well.

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The Oasis, on Level 7 is a lush oasis of tranquillity featuring approximately 1,700 sqm of verdant landscaped urban rainforest with a trickling stream, a 25-metre pool and spa, a day spa treatment room, hot magnesium pool, cold-pail contrast treatment, Yoga and Pilates studio and a biophilic gym.

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The ground floor level of Trielle is the home of The Biblioteca – a library with business-class work pods, as well as the Mills Place dedicated offices for maximising productivity; The Saletta resident lounge; and The Salone riverfront piano lounge – designed to rival Melbourne’s best loved jazz clubs and bars.

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Further resident amenity includes a golf simulator studio, cinema room, games room with Teppanyaki outdoor dining and a concierge service.

Trielle also embraces sustainability with its fully electric building and EV charging stations, ensuring that residents can live comfortably while contributing to a greener future.

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You can be part of this coveted riverfront precinct with one, two, three, and four-bedroom residences now selling. The Trielle Display Galleria is now open – book an appointment to experience Melbourne’s new pinnacle of luxury firsthand.

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Trielle by Mirvac Sub-Penthouse Collection: Melbourne’s new pinnacle of luxury

Samma Property Group has been given approval for their waterfront Docklands development on a rare island site at 194 Lorimer Street, marking the inception of a city-wide footprint expansion.&nbsp;

The $250 million project will rise 31-storeys on the four-frontage site, comprising 402 apartments boasting direct Yarra River views, along with views to the Melbourne CBD and Port Phillip Bay.&nbsp;

The mixed-use site will offer 3000 sqm of community indoor and outdoor amenity, with a clear focus on fostering community connection and improving mental health and wellbeing, in addition to 115 sqm of space for food and beverage retailers and 850 sqm of community space.&nbsp;

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Conceptualised alongside multi-award-winning architects, Fender Katsalidis, the non-traditional silhouette features two sculptural towers extending to the ground floor, drawing from nearby nautical inspiration that shapes the slender interlocking forms with a cantilevered beam reminiscent of the bridge of a ship.

Fender Katsalidis Partner, James Pearce said careful consideration has been given to the design of the podium in respect to the existing heritage fabric at the river’s edge, while the integration of the podium and tower forms provides a more dynamic experience of the building when viewed from the surrounding neighbourhood.

"The result is the creation of a new urban marker that will join a series of architectural moments dispersed along the City-Link Freeway, while the sculptural composition of the interlocking forms provides an engaging complexity that invites resolution," Pearce said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The historic Shed 21 will play an integral role in the development, with the heritage playing a part in the architectural design, while also being connected to the wider community through a public realm site-link.&nbsp;

Tract has been at the helm of the landscape architecture and town planning, creating a design with all-electric infrastructure and a 7-star NatHERS rating, as well as targeting a 5-star Green Star certification.&nbsp;

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The impact-driven design goes beyond the amenities, with an on-site management team available to serve and support residents and an ongoing activity program penned, aimed at fostering connection and improving mental health and wellbeing.

Due to be built west of the Yarra’s Edge development area, adjacent to the Bolte Bridge, the development is designed to positively contribute to the vibrant mixed use precinct envisioned for the area.

The development will also benefit from $85 billion of infrastructure projects either recently completed or committed within the immediate vicinity, including Australia’s largest urban renewal project, Fishermans Bend, covering approximately 480 hectares in the heart of Melbourne.

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Samma Property green lit for Fender Katsalidis-designed waterfront Docklands apartments 

A new trend of sorts is starting to occur at one of Melbourne’s newest addresses.&nbsp;

More than half the buyers at an exclusive hotel-branded residences in the last quarter have reserved more than one apartment.&nbsp;

80 per cent of the apartments at Riverlee’s luxury mixed-use precinct, Seafarers, have been sold, taking the project’s sales total to $170 million, with just 18 properties left on the market.&nbsp;

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The $550 million project has been crafted in collaboration with&nbsp;renowned architecture firms Fender Katsalidis, Oculus, CARR design and ODO,&nbsp;centred on an inspired reimagining of the heritage-protected Goods Shed No.5.

The landmark development heralds a new era of luxury riverfront living, with the five-star amenity and services of the world’s leading sustainable luxury hotel at its centre. The precinct will feature a luxurious lobby lounge bar, world-class event venue and meeting spaces, a state-of-the-art health centre, food and beverage offerings, and a 3,500 sqm landscaped haven, known as Seafarers Rest.

Recent sales data has also revealed that purchasers are finding value in a new approach to multi-generational living, purchasing more than one residence to accommodate extended family members and guests.

Colliers director Brett Griffith says as more downsizers embrace luxury apartment living, they are finding unique ways to still accommodate their loved ones under one roof.

“The majority of the Seafarers community are downsizers, and 50 per cent of our buyers in the last quarter have purchased more than one apartment. We are now seeing existing Seafarers purchasers reserve additional residences for their loved ones, including one family that has bought multiple apartments,” he said.

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“While it may seem unconventional at first glance, one of the biggest concerns for downsizers is where they will accommodate guests, older parents or mature-age children when the need arises. Leveraging the equity from their old family home to invest in a second property within the same building presents a solution to this.”

Home to Australia’s first 1 Hotel property, and Melbourne’s first international hotel-branded residences, Seafarers will provide residents with all the luxury amenity and services on offer within the building’s five-star hotel, including housekeeping, in-house maintenance, room service and a 24-hour valet.

In addition to the amenity, the hotel provides an additional opportunity for residents to have their friends and family stay with them under the same roof, but not in the same home.

Riverlee Development Director, David Lee said the range of luxury amenities and unparalleled level of service on offer at Seafarers appealed to a broad demographic.

“The multitude of hotel services offered – concierge, valet, personal shopping, botanical care, and many others – really appeals to many different purchaser profiles. Speaking to our purchasers, those downsizing find the hotel and included amenity a great comfort,” Lee said.&nbsp;

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“Their day-to-day life no longer requires a four-bedroom home, but having children and grandchildren stay, remains a constant. The hotel affords them the ability to have family stay, while at the same time enjoy the luxuries of a lower maintenance lifestyle.”

“Our residents are optimising on the opportunity to share the convenience and lifestyle benefits of Seafarers with their friends and families, and that will ultimately play a really vibrant role in the fabric of the Seafarers community.

“Seafarers has broad appeal across age groups because it brings so many elements together. It’s the combination of the sustainable luxury of 1 Hotel Melbourne and the bespoke interiors, all within the context of a Fender Katsalidis-designed building that reactivates an iconic heritage site for all of the community to enjoy.”

Between 2012 and 2015, a study conducted by the University of New South Wales found that 20 per cent of Australians live in multigenerational households — homes with more than one generation of adults.

Senior Research Fellow from the UNSW City Futures Research Centre, Dr Edgar Liu, studies the emergence of multigenerational housing in Australia. He says that while housing affordability is one of the key drivers behind the growth of multigenerational living, there were emotional factors.

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“Both housing affordability and lack of quality aged care supply were factors, but many parents also reported they feel a sense of obligation in looking after their children or older parents,” Liu said.

“Those we interviewed were more likely to comment, ‘I can’t bear the thought of sending mum to a nursing home’ than, ‘I can’t find a nursing home to send mum to’. When faced with these scenarios, wealthier families are able to have more options when it concerns their living arrangements,” he added.

Currently under construction, Seafarers is slated for completion in 2024.

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In addition to the amenity, the hotel provides an additional opportunity for residents to have their friends and family stay with them under the same roof, but not in the same home.

Downsizing with flexibility: Multi-generational apartment living takes over Seafarers 

Prolific developer GURNERTM has unveiled its most significant and ambitious project yet; a $1.75 billion mega-project that will transform the last major site in Melbourne’s Docklands into a world- class mixed-use, botanical destination.

GURNERtm wants the buildings to rival those in Singapore, New York and London.

The 18,000 sqm island infill site at 208-226 Harbour Esplanade is controlled by development consortium City Harbour – backed by the Liberman family – who hold the development rights. The project, now a JV between GURNERTM and City Harbour, stretches over a substantial parcel of land that will be transformed to become the entrance to the city and Docklands from Melbourne’s west.

The intent of the project will be to create a world-class public realm within the site that will be a drawcard for Docklands, the city and Melbourne as a whole.

“From a destinational and tourist perspective, it will be something Melbourne has never seen before – it will create a lot of excitement, and drive huge interest to the area and be something truly different for Docklands,” GURNERTM CEO Tim Gurner said.

“As the business continues to diversify and grow we are heavily focussed on large-scale, mixed-use precincts like this where we can create something with real point of difference and enough scale to transform the area around it.

“This will be like nothing ever delivered in Melbourne and really put Docklands on the global map.

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“There has been some great development progress in Docklands over the years, however what we are going to deliver here will create a true heart and soul of Docklands where the community and visitors can come and embrace life.

“Our whole ethos is all about delivering product that pushes boundaries – and this landmark destinational precinct will be no different, it will feel like you’re stepping into another world and experiencing something you didn’t think was possible in the built form.

Gurner said he's always loved the Docklands, having lived there for a number of years.

"I always wanted to put my own stamp on it, but we needed a site that was large enough to be transformative – we’ll be creating a new world-class precinct, which will take the area to another level and put it on the world stage in terms of architecture, design and luxury property," Gurner said.

The public realm attraction, which will soon be revealed, will be a huge drawcard to the area and connect in with what will becomes Melbourne’s largest and most important wellness, recovery and performance centre, as well as a bustling mixed-use, retail and commercial precinct which will anchor the site, with multiple mixed-use towers floating above.

Each tower will be distinct in its character, form and function – each one draws on a cross-section of the most well-known and ambitious architecture exemplars from the world’s most well-admired cities – including Singapore, Dubai, London and New York.

The towers will include GURNERTM’s signature mix of luxury build-to-rent and build-to-sell residences, hotel and sky-high hospitality venues.

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“The precinct will inspire a sense of adventure and wonderment in visitors – with more public amenities and interaction between architecture – this will be like nothing people have experienced before, and certainly something never-before-seen in Melbourne," Gurner added.

“We’ve taken cues from some of the best architects in the world, and some of my favourite designers – each tower will be distinct in its identity, centred around the ‘creation’ in the centre of the site, with additional public land and amenities, interaction between each tower and world-class mixed-use spaces.

“Opportunities to create projects of this size and scale come along once in a lifetime – then GURNERTM brand has evolved into a national and multi-faceted business, and our capabilities mean we are among just a small handful of private developers that can confidently take on projects of this scale to deliver something that is transformative and ground-breaking.

“We are committed to helping Docklands become what we all know it must for our city to get back its claim as the World’s Most Liveable City. Docklands is the biggest opportunity in Melbourne for a world class precinct and we look forward to adding to its future.”

Bordered by Wurundjeri Way, Dudley Street, La Trobe Street and Harbour Esplanade, the site will offer immediate Quay and harbour-front views. GURNERTM will be seeking to amend the existing scheme to unlock the full potential of the site, and bring its distinctive ultra-luxury inclusions to each tower, amenity and public space.

The revised plans are currently being finalised, with the team seeking to significantly improve and increase the size of the ground-floor public realm, with a significant focus on pedestrian circulation, public activation, lagoon-like greenery and communal shared spaces.

Plans are expected to be lodged with council in Q4 2022.

The intent of the project will be to create a world-class public realm within the site that will be a drawcard for Docklands, the city and Melbourne as a whole.



Gurner targets $1.75 billion Docklands precinct

The largest private construction project to begin in Melbourne since the beginning of the pandemic has officially commenced as construction begins on Riverlee&rsquo;s Seafarers mixed-use hotel and apartment development.

This exciting milestone was marked with a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, attended by Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Sally Capp.

Icon Construction was appointed as the builder on the $500 million development in January.

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&ldquo;The groundbreaking ceremony is an exciting milestone for the development and we&rsquo;re looking forward to bringing this world-class destination to life&rdquo;, Icon Construction CEO Evan Byrne said.

Situated between the CBD and Docklands, Seafarers will comprise 120 luxury hotel-branded residences atop 277 guest rooms, as part of Australia&rsquo;s first 1 Hotel &amp; Homes.

Riverlee&#39;s Development Director David Lee said the&nbsp;family is proud to have reached this stage following a 10-year journey of developing our vision that truly brings together the surrounding urban fabric and steers Northbank into an exciting direction.

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Colliers also noted the project had the highest level of enquiry over the Christmas and New Year period, and have secured&nbsp;$30 million in sales and reservations&nbsp;since October.

Limited two and three-bedroom residences remain at the development, which has been designed by Fender Katsalidis Architects.

With the retention of the heritage-listed Goods Shed No.5, Seafarers will also encompass Melbourne&rsquo;s newest 3,500 sqm public park, Seafarers Rest to provide open space to users, residents and visitors of the Northbank precinct.

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&ldquo;We welcome this significant development in our city,&quot; Lord Mayor Sally Capp added.

&quot;The Seafarers project complements City of Melbourne&rsquo;s game-changing transformation project Greenline, which will revitalise and renew Northbank.&quot;

Construction at Seafarers and Seafarers Rest is slated for completion in mid-2024.

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Situated between the CBD and Docklands, Seafarers will comprise 120 luxury hotel-branded residences atop 277 guest rooms, as part of Australia’s first 1 Hotel & Homes. 

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Construction commences at Riverlee’s $550 million Seafarers development at the emerging Northbank precinct

Privately owned property group, Riverlee, has appointed Icon Construction to deliver the $500 million Seafarers development featuring residential, hotel and hospitality, in what is set to be the largest private construction project in Melbourne since the pandemic.

The 18-storey development comprises 123 luxury hotel-branded residences and 277 guest rooms as part of Australia&rsquo;s first 1 Hotel &amp; Homes from SH Hotels &amp; Resorts.

Revitalising the historic Goods Shed No.5, Seafarers is a flagship project within the Northbank precinct, located between the CBD and Docklands.

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The project&rsquo;s multi-sector impact extends beyond construction and shows post-pandemic confidence in the residential, tourism and recreation markets.

The Seafarers build is valued at a nominal $275 million and is forecast to provide a total of 1,023 full-time equivalent construction-related jobs, with approximately 680 jobs generated upon completion.

The builder appointment of Icon comes as Seafarers records $20 million in sales and reservations since lockdown ended in Victoria last October.

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Riverlee&rsquo;s development director, David Lee, says that the partnership with Icon marks a significant milestone for the next wave of Northbank as a destination in Melbourne.

&ldquo;Icon shares our vision for the precinct &ndash; for it to be a high-quality, sustainable and an outstanding place to live and visit.

He also made note of the positive uptake in sales since restrictions lifted in Victoria, showing the confidence in the owner-occupier apartment market and the shift to new lifestyle opportunities in a post-pandemic landscape.

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&ldquo;Construction of many residential projects in the city have been put on hold because of low sales during the pandemic, but we are proud to be progressing and are confident in our offering of a unique and differentiated residential product.&rdquo;

Construction at Seafarers will commence in early 2022 with completion slated for 2024.

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The Seafarers build is valued at a nominal $275 million and is forecast to provide a total of 1,023 full-time equivalent construction-related jobs, with approximately 680 jobs generated upon completion.



Riverlee appoints Icon Construction to deliver $500 million Seafarers development

Situated on the final piece of Melbourne&rsquo;s original waterfront, Riverlee&rsquo;s Seafarers forms Australia&rsquo;s first 1 Hotel and Melbourne&rsquo;s first international hotel-branded residences.

With the support of 1 Hotel staff, amenities and services, downsizing residents have countless options to make the most of the empty nest, upgrade and live a self-indulgent, eco-luxury life.

Recently moving from their family home of 10 years into their new three-bedroom apartment, these Seafarers residents have given us an insight into a day in their life.

<h2>Morning</h2>

At 8am, the couple awaken to the serene views of the sun glistening atop the Yarra River through their uniquely faceted windows designed by <a href="/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>.

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&ldquo;From the comfort of your spacious bedroom, you [can] watch as the city comes to life, appreciating the beautiful landscape upon your doorstep&rdquo;, Riverlee write.

For those who have an appreciation for good coffee, the 1 Hotel room service means residents can kick-start the day by ordering breakfast and a freshly brewed delivered to their door.

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At 9am, following a relaxing breakfast in bed, these Seafarers residents head to the spa-inspired 1 Hotel gym to experience a morning yoga session with fellow residents.

After a guided practice, feel free to head to the sauna for a brief detox before showering and heading out for the day.

<h2>Midday</h2>

After enjoying a long stroll through the streets of Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD, re-discovering the art precincts and beloved National Gallery of Victoria, our residents head back to Seafarers and indulge in a 12.30pm lunch at the on-site 1 Hotel restaurant.

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At 2pm, following an early afternoon swim at the indoor pool, a luxury facial treatment at the spa is on the cards.

Relaxed, they are now ready for a visit from their children and grandchildren for dinner.

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To make things easy, housekeeping staff have delivered fresh flowers, as the concierge team ensures a re-stocked pantry with all the grandkids&rsquo; favourite goodies.

At 5pm, our residents greet their family and their new puppy, meeting them outside the 1 Hotel crane bar for a pre-dinner drink, while the grandkids play with their puppy at Seafarers Rest and enjoy the river views.

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Following drinks, the puppy is cared for by 1 Hotel staff while the family heads inside for dinner.

<h2>Evening</h2>

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For dinner, you can reserve one of Seafarer&rsquo;s resident-only private dining rooms available on level 17 overlooking the Yarra with space for both the kids to run around and adults to relax, with staff on-hand to assist in cooking and cleaning up.

After a delicious family dinner, the family adjourn to the adjacent resident-only library lounge where they enjoy each other&rsquo;s company.

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With Melbourne constantly abuzz, a journey out to the residents-only terrace with a drink in hand will not go amiss.

At 9.30pm, following an evening of entertaining, our residents walk their children and grandchildren to the porte coch&egrave;re where the valet brings around their car.

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Before heading back to their apartment, professionally cleaned by 1 Hotels staff during dinner, our residents stop by the riverfront hotel bar for a nightcap.

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Recently moving from their family home of 10 years into their new three-bedroom apartment, these Seafarers residents have given us an insight into a day in their life

A day in the life of a Seafarers resident from Melbourne's Northbank precinct

Sales in Voyager, the apartment tower in Mirvac&#39;s Yarra&#39;s Edge precinct in Melbourne, have taken off in 2021.

The first half of 2021 saw 20 per cent more sales in the recently completed building compared to the same time last year, with&nbsp;owner-occupiers accounting for 78 percent of purchasers over the period.

Mirvac General Manager for Residential Victoria, Elysa Anderson, said buyers were drawn to the luxury apartments, exceptional amenity and beautiful waterfront living Yarra&rsquo;s Edge has to offer.

&quot;Downsizers from regional and interstate locations are looking for a base closer to their families, while experienced local apartment dwellers are seizing the opportunity to upgrade their home and lifestyle at an inner-city location,&rdquo;&nbsp;Anderson said.

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The 130-metre Voyager tower features interiors and architecture by the award-winning Mirvac Design team, including a striking bronzed curved fa&ccedil;ade that reflects the changing lights of the sun as it moves on its daily journey, creating a gateway to Melbourne from the Bolte Bridge.

Comprising 310 apartments including artist and home-office apartments, luxury residences and Sky Residences, Voyager currently has a limited number of one, two&nbsp;and three-bedroom residences available, starting from $601,500.

Voyager residents have access to an inspiring art gallery in the striking lobby, along with an exclusive residents-only rooftop space on level 43, the first of its kind in the precinct.

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The rooftop includes three distinct zones &ndash; a social barbecue area with indoor and outdoor dining, a lawn for contemplative practice such as yoga, and an open-air lounge with fire pit for relaxing and socialising. It also features a bar, theatre, and karaoke room.

&ldquo;Mirvac&rsquo;s unique end-to-end in-house capabilities have allowed us to effectively navigate the challenges associated with the COVID-19 construction restrictions to complete this next chapter in the development of Yarra&rsquo;s Edge on schedule,&quot; Anderson noted.

&quot;Our customer-first approach enabled us to remain flexible, with a number of purchasers choosing to amalgamate apartments to form larger residences, and we are pleased to be welcoming the first residents into this incredible precinct with some requesting to settle early.&rdquo;

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Voyager is walking distance to state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities available at the nearby Wharf Club, which boasts a pool, spa, steam room, gym, fitness facilities and caf&eacute;, all housed underneath and grass roof that flows into Wharf&rsquo;s Landing Park &ndash; a 1,500 sqm&nbsp;green open space.

A 1,000 sqm retail hub is also proposed for the precinct, which is anticipated to service both the local community and the broader Fishermans Bend and Docklands catchment area.

Over 3000 residents already call Yarra&#39;s Edge home.

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The 130-metre Voyager tower features interiors and architecture by the award-winning Mirvac Design team

Demand spikes in 2021 for Mirvac's  recently completed Yarra's Edge apartment tower, Voyager, now 82% sold

Mirvac&rsquo;s Docklands tower Voyager is set to be the ninth completed tower in Yarra&rsquo;s Edge master plan community.

The $300 million, 315-apartment development on the Docklands waterfront, set to be completed in September this year, will rise 130 metres, a skyhigh 43 levels, and will be the tallest tower in the precinct to date.

Voyager is entirely of Mirvac&rsquo;s creation, with design and construction also being handled by their award-winning in-house teams.

It is home to a wide collection of contemporary one, two and three bedroom residences, as well as three bedroom flexi townhomes and Sky Residences, designed for lofty luxury living.

The Mirvac Design team aimed to create contemporary, versatile residences to suit all lifestyles and life cycles, ensuring Voyager appeals to a broad demographic of purchasers through a diverse range of built form and liveability.

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As the tallest building to date at Yarra&rsquo;s Edge, many apartments in Voyager offer sweeping views across the city skyline and beyond, from their very own balcony or wintergarden.&nbsp;

Prices vary across the tower with prices starting as low as $601,500 for a one bedroom apartment.

There is a spread of different sized two bedders on offer, with prices starting at $706,500 for the two bedroom, one bathroom apartments, and $774,400 for the two bedroom two bathroom configurations.

Three bedroom residences in the Docklands development start around $1.3 million.

<a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008"><img alt="" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/voyager_-_1bed_63_sqm.jpg" style="width: 642px; height: 648px;" /></a>

Floorplan options still available for purchase:

<ul>
	<li>One Bedroom, one Bathroom, one parking space, 63 sqm (pictured above)</li>
	<li>Two bedroom, one bathroom, one parking space, 73 sqm-91 sqm</li>
</ul>

<a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008"><img alt="" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/voyager_-_2bed_109_sqm.jpg" style="width: 755px; height: 810px;" /></a>

<ul>
	<li>Two bedroom, two bathroom, one/two parking space, 109 sqm (pictured above) to 175 sqm</li>
	<li>Three bedroom, two bathroom, two parking space, 150 sqm - 175 sqm (pictured below)</li>
</ul>

<a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008"><img alt="" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/voyager_-_3bed_175_sqm.jpg" style="width: 748px; height: 765px;" /></a>

Voyager offers residents the choice between two polished colour schemes, Halcyon and Intrepid.

Halcyon features neutral accents, stone benches, metallic finishes and soft tones.

Intrepid explores darker tones, with a different colour scheme for the joinery and benchtops.

Voyager is just one part of Yarra&rsquo;s Edge, a 14.5-hectare inner-city sanctuary located on the north-facing bank of the Yarra River.

To read more about Mirvac&rsquo;s Voyager, <a href="/buildings/voyager-docklands-103-south-wharf-drive-docklands-vic-3008">click here</a>.

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Voyager is home to a wide collection of contemporary one, two and three bedroom residences, as well as three bedroom flexi townhomes and Sky Residences, designed for lofty luxury living

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Floorplan Focus: A look at the apartment configurations at Mirvac’s Voyager in Yarra’s Edge

The mixed-use Riverlee development Seafarers is one of the most anticipated apartment and hotel combination&#39;s to hit Melbourne in recent years.

The development will home Australia&#39;s first 1 Hotels, along with 123 apartments which have already <a href="/news/vic/entrepreneurs-and-executives-favour-hotel-lifestyle-as-seafarers-docklands-sales-surge">been a hit with entrepreneurs and business executives</a>.

Designed by the international architecture studio Fender Katsalidis, Seafarers is expected to be completed in late 2023.

Urban recently spoke to&nbsp;Gabriella Castelmore, a published author who recently moved back to Melbourne having lived overseas for the last 26 years and has found a home in Seafarers.

How did you discover Seafarers?

I first discovered Seafarers when I was in Paris. At the time, I wasn&rsquo;t ready to buy a property in Australia as I was still living overseas. When I did finally make the move, I had a good sense of the market and made the decision to look into Seafarers further. After visiting a few different developments, Seafarers was the obvious choice. The location and value for money exceeded my expectations.

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What attracted you to Seafarers?

Riverlee went straight to the top shelf in appointing the architect and interior designer, and that really stood out for me. I also liked the 1 Hotel component and its high standard of sustainability.

Location was important - I wanted to be central as in the past I had long commutes to work. Now, I will be in close proximity to the office and able to walk or ride to work easily. Coming from Paris where most people live in apartments, it&#39;s comforting knowing there is a beautiful rooftop garden terrace, river views and access to the public park.

&nbsp;

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What qualities were you looking for in a home?

First and foremost I was looking for quality fixtures and fittings, as well as floorboards and carpets. Moving to Melbourne, I had to factor in the need for storage. I was able to secure two units of storage in addition to a car park space.

Other qualities that were important were the amenities - having access to the gym, pool and sauna.

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What are you looking forward to most about living at Seafarers?

To be honest, I am really looking forward to the sheer comfort and luxury Seafarers offers. My apartment is really spacious with a big bathtub and lots of storage for me to keep everything organised and out of sight. I am also looking forward to using the hotel, inviting friends for coffee or a drink and experiencing 1 Hotel in Melbourne.

<a href="/news/vic/what-buyers-need-to-know-about-the-newest-northbank-project-seafarers-five-minutes-with-riverlees-david-lee">Read more:&nbsp;What buyer&#39;s need to know about the newest Northbank project Seafarers: Five minutes with Riverlee&#39;s David Lee</a>

Are there elements you customised when designing your new home?

I spent a bit of time changing the floorplan and Riverlee was really accommodating throughout the whole journey. I took out the laundry sink which I moved to the large en-suite with access via the hallway. By removing this, I was able to build a substantial study nook large enough for two people with built in cabinetry and shelving.

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We also finished the study area 20cm short from the kitchen allowing full floor to ceiling cupboards in the kitchen instead of a wall, and providing an enormous amount of additional pantry space.

<a href="/news/vic/the-design-details-fender-katsalidis-architects-discuss-riverlees-mixed-use-docklands-development-seafarers">Read more:&nbsp;The Design Details: Fender Katsalidis Architects discuss Riverlee&#39;s mixed-use Docklands development Seafarers</a>

What attracted you to the Northbank area?

Accessibility to the city and knowing everything is within walking distance, from the variety of great restaurants and bars Melbourne has to offer to the Arts Precinct and Botanical Gardens. Being a big tennis fan, I am also looking forward to being able to walk to the Australian Open when it&rsquo;s on.

I was also attracted to the bike tracks located directly around Seafarers and liked the fact that I&rsquo;ll be able to easily access the South Melbourne and Queen Vic markets.

Are there features at Seafarers that surprised you? 

Yes, the heritage aspect really surprised me, with the building retaining as much of the original site as possible. In today&#39;s world we need to be more conscious about our waste, and knowing this is something Riverlee is prioritising is very much aligned with my values.

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Urban recently spoke to Gabriella Castelmore, a published author who recently moved back to Melbourne having lived overseas for the last 26 years.



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