Roseville is poised for a wave of new apartment development following the NSW Government's rezoning of land around Roseville Station under its Transport Oriented Development program.

The new planning controls have unlocked significant development potential within walking distance of the station, with a number of sites expected to be amalgamated and redeveloped in the coming years as developers seek to take advantage of the increased density allowances.

One of the more restrained developments in the precinct, and set among the first to be delivered having commenced well before the recent changes, is Hyecorp's Juliet. The boutique apartment project is already well under construction and remains on track to welcome residents by the end of the year, offering a markedly different proposition to many of the larger-scale developments now likely to emerge across the suburb.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/juliet-roseville-64-pacific-highway-roseville-nsw-2069">Juliet</a> will comprise just&nbsp;34 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments opposite Roseville Station. For Hyecorp, which has delivered projects across Sydney's Lower North Shore for more than three decades, Roseville presented a rare opportunity to address a growing gap in the market.

"<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/roseville-nsw-2069">Roseville</a> has long been one of the North Shore's most tightly held and desirable suburbs, offering a unique combination of village charm, established greenery, excellent transport connections, and proximity to some of Sydney's best schools and lifestyle amenities," Hyecorp said.

"We recognised a growing demand from local homeowners seeking to downsize without leaving the community they have built their lives around. The location presented a rare opportunity to create homes that cater specifically to that buyer profile."

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The six-level development has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a> as a collection of residences that feel more like homes than apartments. The brief centred generous floorplans, abundant natural light, quality finishes, and strong connections to outdoor space.

PBD Architects drew inspiration from Roseville's established garden suburb character, creating a building that sits comfortably within its surroundings rather than dominating them. The architecture incorporates natural materials, soft forms, layered landscaping, expansive balconies, and generous setbacks to strengthen the connection between residents and the suburb's leafy environment.

"The focus was on designing spacious, house-like residences for discerning owner-occupiers and downsizers who wanted to remain on the North Shore without compromising on comfort, privacy, or design," PBD said.&nbsp;

"Every apartment was to feel considered, timeless, and highly functional."

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Inside, residences feature engineered timber flooring, stone kitchen benchtops and splashbacks, integrated Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, ducted air conditioning, and large outdoor entertaining areas designed to take advantage of district and treetop views.

Residents will also have access to a rooftop barbecue and lounge area, alongside practical amenities including parcel lockers, EV charging capability, bicycle storage, a dog wash bay, and a basement car wash facility.

The majority of purchasers so far have been local owner-occupiers from Roseville, Lindfield, Chatswood, Killara, and the broader Upper North Shore, many of whom are transitioning from larger family homes.

"Buyers are looking for spacious, house-like apartments that allow them to downsize without feeling like they are sacrificing comfort or functionality," Hyecorp noted.

"They value large kitchens, generous living areas, ample storage, quality finishes, secure parking, lift access, and low-maintenance living."

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Juliet sits directly opposite Roseville Train Station and within walking distance of Roseville Village, while Chatswood's retail and dining precinct is only minutes away. The development is also surrounded by some of Sydney's most established schools, including Roseville College, Ravenswood, Pymble Ladies' College, and Knox Grammar, as well as nearby parklands and golf courses.

Juliet is currently more than 75 per cent sold ahead of its anticipated completion in late 2026.

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Juliet to sit quietly amid Roseville apartment boom

Sherpa Property Group has unveiled the third instalment of its Flourish series, securing full approval for the two-tower, $500 million Flourish Soleira development in Palm Beach.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-soleira-1150-1154-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Soleira</a> will rise from a prominent site in the commercial heart of Palm Beach, the long-time home of Cash Converters and a range of local retailers.

The project will introduce a new retail and dining precinct at ground level, beneath 286 apartments.

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“We’re very committed to not only providing affordable residential offerings that are much needed in Palm Beach, but also delivering a vibrant new commercial heart that complements the extraordinary growth of the southern Gold Coast,” Sherpa Property Group founder Christie Leet said.

The development will sit under Sherpa's Flourish brand, which is aimed at providing a pathway into the beachside suburb for locals, first-home buyers and downsizers. In a move designed to assist first-home buyers entering the market, Sherpa has reserved all one and two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments exclusively for eligible first-home buyers.

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“Our vision through Flourish is to create a vibrant retail and lifestyle focal point within the Palm Beach centre zone, delivering thriving communities underpinned by lifestyle-rich locations,” Leet said.

“So far, Flourish has been an incredible success, and we hope to carry this momentum as we progress the next two Flourish projects in Palm Beach.”

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Located across 1150-1164 Gold Coast Highway and 3 Sixth Avenue, the development will comprise two towers. The northern tower will deliver 154 apartments, while the southern tower will add a further 132 residences, helping address ongoing demand for new apartments in the tightly held coastal suburb.

Flourish Soleira will also feature the most extensive rooftop amenity offering ever delivered in Palm Beach.

The two towers will be connected by a skybridge, with residents gaining access to a rooftop recreation deck featuring a full-width swimming pool, hot and cold plunge pools, wellness spaces, a gymnasium, private dining facilities, massage treatment rooms, barbecue areas, a basketball court, golf simulator, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, sun lounges and extensive landscaping.

LPS Group is expected to start construction later this year.

Sherpa is already well advanced on construction of its debut Flourish project, Flourish Amargo, located just around the corner from Soleira. Meanwhile, Flourish Oasis, positioned opposite Amargo, recently commenced construction and has nearly sold out its collection of 47 apartments.

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Are mortgage holders set to get a reprieve from the RBA in 2026?

Big Four bank NAB believes so. They are now expecting the next move from the RBA to be a cut, rather than a hike, which they had pencilled in for August. They are unsure of the timing of the cut however, they note in their latest&nbsp;NAB Economics RBA Watch.

NAB Chief Economist, Dr Sally Auld, said recent data suggests the economy has lost momentum and the outlook for rates has shifted, noting that the broader economic backdrop has changed since earlier in the year.

“The next move in the cash rate is likely to be down, but the timing is uncertain," Dr Auld said.

"In February, growth was above trend, the economy was operating above capacity and there was uncertainty over the restrictiveness of rates. None of these conditions exist today,” she outlined.

Dr Auld said recent data pointed to softer momentum across the economy while acknowledging that at the same time, uncertainty remains a key feature of the outlook.

“Both Q1 GDP data and the NAB business survey suggest momentum in the economy has slowed, meaning that growth has likely peaked for the cycle. That said, we are cognisant there is still considerable uncertainty around the outlook, both with respect to activity and inflation.”

Dr Auld said inflation risks and labour market outcomes would be important to watch.

“On the prices side, we are still forecasting above target core inflation through to mid-2027. Margins will compress and weaker labour market outcomes are a risk.”

She said tighter financial conditions are expected to weigh on housing and activity.

“Tighter financial conditions will be reflected in a slowing in house price growth and housing credit growth. In summary, we have greater conviction that the next move in rates is down, but less conviction on the timing.”

Mortgage relief? NAB forecasts RBA rate cut, not hike, after softer economic conditions

A local downsizer has splashed $6.5 million on a penthouse in Perifa's Alex &amp; Willow development in Crows Nest. 
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The purchaser sold their long-held family home in the area before embarking on a six-month search for the right apartment. After inspecting a range of options across the Lower North Shore, the buyer returned to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/alex-willow-crows-nest-82-90-alexander-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Alex &amp; Willow</a>. 
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The buyer profile reflects the project’s broader purchaser mix. <a>Alex &amp; Willow</a> has attracted predominantly local downsizers looking to transition from larger homes without compromising on space or quality, alongside a smaller cohort of upsizers and investors drawn to the project’s location and design credentials. 
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The milestone sale comes as the project, developed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/perifa">Perifa</a>&nbsp;and delivered by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/versatile-made-construction">Versatile Construction</a>, both part of Versatile Group, reaches 60 per cent sold.

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Eddie Mansour, Managing Partner of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/ray-white-projects">Ray White Projects</a>, said the result demonstrates not only a headline price but also depth of demand. 
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“This is an exceptional outcome and a clear reflection of sustained buyer demand for premium, well-located downsizer product,” Mansour said.

“We’re seeing a consistent pattern of local homeowners selling family residences and reinvesting into high-quality apartments that allow them to remain within their community. Alex &amp; Willow has resonated strongly with this group because it offers genuine scale, thoughtful design and immediate proximity to the village.” 
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The sale reflects a broader and consistent trend of local downsizers actively seeking high-quality, low-maintenance residences close to established village centres. Agents report that demand for this product type has remained resilient, particularly where developments offer a rare combination of scale, design quality and walkable amenity. 
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Fabrizio Perilli, Managing Director of Perifa and Versatile Group, said the sale marks a defining moment for the project. 
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“The penthouse sale is a strong endorsement of the quality we have delivered, alongside our partners, and the clear demand from local downsizers for premium, boutique residences in this location,” Perilli said.&nbsp; 
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“Most importantly, we’re proud to see the Alex &amp; Willow community beginning to take shape. As we move closer to completion, we’re looking forward to welcoming residents and seeing the project come to life.”&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/nettletontribe">Nettleton Tribe</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richards Stanisich</a>, Alex &amp; Willow is a boutique collection of generously sized two- and three-bedroom residences in the heart of Crows Nest village.&nbsp;

Completion is slated for early 2027.

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Alex & Willow, Crows Nest penthouse sells off the plan for $6.5 million

Fresh from launching the first stage of its Wollongong precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/keira-place-wollongong-120-122-smith-street-wollongong-nsw-2500">Keira Place</a>, builder-developer Urban Property Group has unveiled plans for the next phase of the masterplanned community.

Now on public exhibition through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority pathway is a State Significant Development Application for a further 657 homes on the prominent gateway site opposite Beaton Park.

The proposal comprises three buildings, including two build-to-sell towers rising 25 and 30 storeys, delivering 391 apartments, alongside a 12-storey co-living building with 266 residences, making it one of the largest co-living proposals currently planned in regional New South Wales.

Of the apartments proposed in the build-to-sell towers, the majority, 310, are two-bedroom dwellings. The balance comprises 44 one-bedroom apartments and 37 three-bedroom residences. Apartment sizes range from around 50 sqm for one-bedroom homes to approximately 90 sqm for three-bedroom apartments.

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The submission says the proposal has evolved significantly from its original Housing Delivery Authority application following extensive consultation with the State Design Review Panel and Wollongong City Council.

The final scheme has been designed to align with the emerging vision for the Flinders Street Precinct, an area identified by Council as a future high-density mixed-use neighbourhood capable of accommodating substantial housing growth close to transport, employment and community infrastructure.

According to the design report prepared by COX Architecture, the development aims to "deliver a built outcome consistent with the future character of the Wollongong CBD while responding to the site's unique constraints and opportunities."

"Our vision for the next phase of the site evolution in Wollongong is grounded in three design pillars that guide the design response: place, natural environment and celebration," COX said.

"Inspired by its surroundings and grounded in the stories of place on Wodi Wodi Country, the design proposal acknowledges the established character of its setting while creating a unique and timeless identity that sits harmoniously within it.

"The design proposal responds to its specific site conditions, acknowledging the vegetation, climate, wind conditions and solar access of the site."

The architecture responds directly to the site's position between Wollongong's urban core and its natural landscape setting.

COX identified views towards Mount Keira and the Illawarra Escarpment as defining features of the site, while the upper levels of the towers will also capture expansive views across the city and out to the Pacific Ocean.

The design team has positioned the tallest buildings closer to the rail corridor, where overshadowing impacts can be better managed while establishing a landmark built form on the northern approach into the city.

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Urban Property Group secured the 11,000 sqm Smith Street site in 2022 and has since progressed plans for the broader Keira Place precinct.

Construction recently commenced on the first stage of Keira Place, which will deliver 150 apartments across two residential buildings, including 27 affordable housing apartments and 18 specialist disability accommodation dwellings, alongside activated ground-floor retail and commercial space.

Urban Co-CEO Patrick Elias said the commencement of construction marked a significant milestone for Wollongong and reflected the developer's long-term commitment to regional cities.

"Today's groundbreaking is about turning approvals into homes and moving quickly to deliver much-needed housing in Wollongong's city centre," Elias said.

"Keira Place will provide a diverse mix of homes close to jobs, transport and services, while setting a high benchmark for quality, durability and consumer protection."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/groundbreaking-marks-start-of-construction-at-keira-place-in-wollongong-cbd">Groundbreaking marks start of construction at Keira Place in Wollongong CBD</a>

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Urban Property Group unveils trio of towers for next stage of new Wollongong precinct, Keira Place

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Signature Hospitality Group co-founder Brad Harris, son of Flight Centre co-founder and BRW Rich Lister Geoff Harris, has listed his designer East Melbourne sky home.
He has $7.5 million hopes for the eighth level entertainer in 150 Clarendon, the contemporary Bates Smart-designed luxury apartment block fronting Fitzroy Gardens.
The apartment has three bedrooms, each with a marble ensuite and two with walk in wardrobes.
The open plan state of the art kitchen, living and dining space open to a terrace with views to the CBD.
Harris paid $6,075,000 off the plan in 2008, a year before the building was complete.
RT Edgar Toorak agents Sarah Case and Rudy Van Der Berg have the listing.
Harris' Signature Hospitality Group, who own the sports bar chain Sporty Globe, have recently purchased and are relaunching TGI Fridays.
This article was first published in the Weekend Australian. 
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Urban.com.au was on hand yesterday to witness the topping out ceremony for Mirvac's The Eastbourne apartment development.

The mid-rise development replaces the former Dallas Brooks Hall complex, and has been developed in cooperation with Freemasons Victoria. In conjunction with The Eastbourne reaching structural completion, Mirvac announced the final of The Eastbourne's 245 apartments have been sold.

Initial demand for the project saw $300 million in sales notched during The Eastbourne's pre-launch event held during 2016, with the balance of apartments sold taking the overall sales figure to $454 million.

The tiered building form sees 11 levels to Albert Street and 14 levels to Victoria Parade. Below the apartments, The Eastbourne also includes the new headquarters of Freemasons Victoria.

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<figcaption>Eastbourne construction progress from Fitzroy Gardens</figcaption></figure>During the topping out ceremony, Mirvac’s CEO and Managing Director Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz was quick to point out that construction on The Eastbourne commenced last year, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the laying of the Dallas Brooks Hall foundation stone by Freemasons Victoria in 1967.

Concrete structure specialist I&amp;D Constructions have advanced the building's form rapidly to the point where facade and internal fit-outs are well underway over The Eastbourne's lower levels.

<h2>What they say</h2>

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The Eastbourne offers an extraordinary lifestyle on the doorstep of the Fitzroy Gardens, one of Melbourne’s most beautiful, heritage landscapes, with recreation and wellness facilities incorporated in the design rivalling those of any six-star hotel.

The Eastbourne’s ‘topping out’ and recent sell-out are fantastic milestones and testament to the project’s design credentials and sought-after location, which have combined to attract a wide range of astute purchasers to this inner-city Eden.

This major construction milestone also recognises the achievements of the many workers who are involved in the transformation of the historic site into an inner-city Eden.

Mirvac’s CEO and Managing Director Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz
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<figcaption>Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz framed by Melbourne's skyline</figcaption></figure>The Eastbourne will in time become the latest development to add to East Melbourne's highly sought after apartment market. The successful sale of Mirvac's 245 apartments is impressive in the face of the current and abnormally high spike in apartments under construction in the suburb.

Although the total number of projects is relatively meagre relative to surrounding suburbs, East Melbourne also sees <a href="/new-apartments/george-powlett-28-powlett-street-east-melbourne">George + Powlett</a>, <a href="/buildings/22-40-clarendon-street-east-melbourne">22-40 Clarendon Street</a> and <a href="/buildings/east-melbourne-178-wellington-parade-east-melbourne">178 Wellington Parade</a> at construction.

Reflective of East Melbourne being viewed as a pedigree location, The Eastbourne's Bates Smart-designed $15 million, 500 square metre penthouse with associated 300 square metre terrace and  25 metre lap pool will crown the development. Additionally, multiple apartments have been amalgamated by purchasers to create what Mirvac refers to as 'oversized pavilions'.

The Eastbourne is due for completion in mid-2019.

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Mirvac's The Eastbourne is the latest luxury feather in the developer's cap

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Cricket Victoria has sold its East Melbourne headquarters for $15 million.
It is a low-rise office on a 1,114 square metre block at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-offices-vic-east+melbourne-502769314" target="_blank">86-90 Jolimont Street.</a>
It was listed through Colliers International.
The cricket body hopeD to attract investors willing to spend above $10 million.
Cricket Australia has occupied its Jolimont site for around three decades.
It moved to the Citipower Centre at the Junction Oval in St Kilda on Lakeside Drive in St Kilda earlier this year.
The development opportunity is opposite a public park next to the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
The property has been listed in conjunction with transaction advisors Charter Keck Cramer.
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Cricket Victoria sells East Melbourne HQ

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An East Melbourne studio apartment has been recently listed for sale at $450,000.
It last sold in 2007 off the plan at $245,000.
It was listed by Toby Camberwell and Peter Hannon from Caine Real Estate.
It is set in the 2009 completed Claudio Silvestre designed One East Melbourne.
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<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-east+melbourne-128378626" target="_blank">Located at 209/279 Wellington Parade</a>, East Melbourne, the home features a self-contained kitchen with high- grade fittings, separate study area and large bathroom/laundry.
It is located only steps to the Paris End of the CBD, the MCG and East Melbourne's parkland.
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The building provides five-star facilities including pool, gym, steam room, on-site building manager and secure entry. 
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Convenient East Melbourne studio apartment listed

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Cricket Victoria has listed its East Melbourne headquarters.
It is a low-rise office on a 1,114 square metre block at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-offices-vic-east+melbourne-502769314" target="_blank">86-90 Jolimont Street.</a>
It is listed through Colliers International.
The cricket body hopes to attract investors willing to spend above $10 million.
Cricket Australia has occupied its Jolimont site for around three decades.
It recently moved to the Citipower Centre at the Junction Oval in St Kilda.
The development opportunity is opposite a public park next to the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
The property has been listed in conjunction with transaction advisors Charter Keck Cramer.
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Cricket Victoria lists East Melbourne HQ

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Set across the road from the hallowed MCG, the Pullman on the Park hotel has been listed with $200 million plus price hopes.
The hotel, managed by the AccorHotels since 2015, has been under the ownership of the Canada-based real estate firm Brookfield since 2012 when they took over ASX-listed Thakral Holdings.
It had previously been Hilton on the Park, a 419 room landmark hotel on Wellington Parade.
Upgraded last year with a $6 million renovation, it was built on the site of the 1880s Cliveden Mansion alongside Fitzroy Gardens.
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JLL Hotels are <a href="http://property.jll.com.au/hotel-sale/east%20melbourne/pullman-melbourne-on-the-park-6015" target="_blank">marketing the property</a> in conjunction with McVay Real Estate's Sam and Dan McVay who are taking expressions of interest until March 15.
The Hilton South Wharf recently fetched $230 million last year; Qatar Airways bought the Sheraton Melbourne from Golden Age at around $135 million and there was the off-the-plan $220 million sale of the new W Hotel to be built at Collins Arch in February to Japan's Daisho.
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Melbourne's Pullman on the Park hotel for sale

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Michael and Cathy Wagner, the buyers of the central Victorian estate, Musk Farm, have sold in East Melbourne for $5.6 million.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-east+melbourne-126837926" target="_blank">Their 1860s East Melbourne home</a> had been reimagined over the last two years.
Serviced by an elevator, the home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a roof terrace garden with open fireplace.
It last traded for $3.7 million in 2014 and at $372,500 in 1989.
Caine Real Estate agent Toby Campbell secured the sale after the couple bought a nearby apartment as their city base.
The couple spent $2.41 million on Musk Farm which had been created by the late designer Stuart Rattle.
The 1.2 hectare former school cottage holding is 100 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. 
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-east+melbourne-126837926" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en-GB&amp;q=https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-east%2Bmelbourne-126837926&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1517019245242000&amp;usg=AFQjCNH5jktCZczJQfcsU3Z9OxPDO213vw"></a>This article first appeared in The Weekend Australian. <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-east+melbourne-126837926" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en-GB&amp;q=https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-east%2Bmelbourne-126837926&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1517019245242000&amp;usg=AFQjCNH5jktCZczJQfcsU3Z9OxPDO213vw"> </a>
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Musk Farm buyers sell in East Melbourne

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Michael and Cathy Wagner, the buyers of the revered central Victorian Musk Farm, have listed in East Melbourne.
They purchased Musk Farm (pictured above), which was famously restored by the late designer Stuart Rattle, because they wanted a tree change.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-east+melbourne-126837926" target="_blank">Their East Melbourne Victorian home</a> built in 1867 still features its classic facade, but the inside has been reimagined over the last two years.
Spread over two levels serviced by an elevator, the home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a second level open roof terrace.
It last traded for $3.7 million in 2014.
Caine Real Estate East Melbourne agent Toby Campbell has set a November 28 private auction.
Since they bought four years ago, they relocated and renovated the kitchen.
They also added a rooftop garden, with an open fireplace and fountain. They have bought a nearby apartment to have as a city base.
The couple spent $2.41 million on Musk Farm. 
This article first appeared in The Weekend Australia.
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Musk Farm buyers list in East Melbourne

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The City of Melbourne's Future (Planning) Committee this week resolved to issue conditional approval for a 10-storey building at 1071-1081 Hoddle Street in East Melbourne. The building would rise to a height of 31.54m and accommodate 26 apartments on a triangular shaped site with a total area of 311 sqm.

The railway cutting for the Hurstbridge and South Morang lines abuts the rear of the site and a council lane stretches along the southern boundary of the site. The existing property on site is known as ‘Ascot Private Lodge’ and was previously used as a boarding house.

The development will retain the façade of the 'Ascot' which is an ungraded building, with a café slated for the ground floor, but no car parking will be provided due to the location and site constraints.

Additionally the development will breach the 24m height limit outlined in DDO21 which applies to the site by 7m but this is supported by Council as ".... the proposal meets the design objectives by not having a direct impact upon Wellington Parade, Fitzroy Gardens and Yarra Park and respecting the scale and significance of heritage buildings in the vicinity of the site."

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/hoddle_gf.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Ground Floor Plan. Image: Carr Design Group Planning Report"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="352" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/hoddle_gf.png?itok=sizBiawG" title="Ground Floor Plan. Image: Carr Design Group Planning Report" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Ground Floor Plan. Image: Carr Design Group Planning Report</figcaption></figure>One of the few sticking points for the City of Melbourne and one they are seeking to address via a condition on the permit is further resolution to the new development's facade.

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Despite the minor projection in height above the preferred 24m datum and bold massing profile of the proposal, the sophisticated architectural response warrants urban design support. The demonstrated level of design quality within the application package are befitting both of the retained heritage base and highly exposed site to the residential hinterland to the north and Hoddle Street to the east. Further, we are confident specifically in the demonstrated ability of the project architects from our knowledge of previous work.

The design of the addition is considered appropriate, subject to conditions to further refine the façade design to integrate the development into the retained portion of the building. Other detailed matters can be addressed via recommended permit conditions.

- City of Melbourne Future (Planning) Committee Report, 15 August 2015
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To that end, Carr proposes the use of a combination of materials and finishes for the new build including metal cladding (charcoal), precast concrete, steel framed windows, balustrades and fins (charcoal) and clear glazing. A number of variations of how this palette might be applied to the same building form with subtle distinction is indicated below.

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<figcaption>Facade articulation options. Image: Carr Design Group Planning Report</figcaption></figure>The design response seeks to distinguish the new built form from the existing Ascot lodge acting as a contrasting element to the cream brick facade rather than trying to mimic. The concrete horizontal spandrel bands of the balconies wrap the building and are a cue to the Art Deco elements of the existing building's facade.

The building's height and mass will provide a strong anchor to the corner site and a focal point on the skyline. While the final composition and facade articulation is still to be resolved, it's expected it will largely be in a similar vein to the endorsed scheme.

<h2>1071-1081 Hoddle Street in Brief</h2>

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<li>Applicant: Carson Ascot Pty Ltd</li>
	<li>Architect: Carr Design Group</li>
	<li>Planning: Contour</li>
	<li>Partial demolition of existing building with the retention of part of the façade to Hoddle Street</li>
	<li>Construction of a 10 storey mixed use development including a food and drink premises (café), 26 apartments (12 one-bedroom and 14 two- bedroom) and a communal rooftop terrace</li>
	<li>Building height of approximately 31.5 metres (RL59.9) as measured from the Hoddle Street frontage to the top of the plant room and pergola on the rooftop but excluding the lift overrun </li>
	<li>No setbacks to boundaries</li>
	<li>Ground floor comprises a food and drink premises (café) with trading hours between 7am to 11pm (96 square metres), residential entrance via Hoddle Street;</li>
	<li>26 bicycle spaces, 26 storage cages, building services and waste storage accessed via Council Lane CL1379</li>
	<li>No car parking spaces or loading bays</li>
	<li>Level 1 to 2 comprises 4 dwellings (three one-bedroom and one two-bedroom)</li>
	<li>Level 3 to 5 comprises 4 dwellings (two one-bedroom and two two-bedroom)</li>
	<li>Level 6 to 8 comprises 2 dwellings (two two-bedroom)</li>
	<li>Rooftop level comprises a terrace with pergola accessed via a lift and plant room</li>
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Laurence Dragomir

Carr's Hoddle Street Development finds favour with Council

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The so-called Opera House in Melbourne has been sold by the McGuinness family.
Caine Real Estate agents Paul Caine and Kate Trickey sold the home for $4.15 million having previously last traded for $190,000 in 1983.
The grand tri-level home was built in 1868 by architect George Badger, who was a prominent designer of grandstands at Victorian race courses.
The bluestone and brick house, previously known as Powlett House and Kamarooka, was long knick named The Opera House given its curved balcony is in the form an opera balcony box, curved at each end. It is carried by two slender cast iron columns with Corinthian capitals and delicate cast iron brackets.
This article first appeared in the Weekend Australian Mansion Australia section.
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