The residential transformation of St Kilda Road is set to continue into with more new apartment plans for the sought-after boulevard.

Wing Tai Asia has lodged plans for a major residential tower at 464-466 St Kilda Road, replacing the former VACC House with an 18-storey mixed-use development designed around a retained heritage podium and a sculpted contemporary tower.

The proposal, prepared under Victoria’s Significant Residential Development with Affordable Housing pathway, would deliver 325 apartments and ground-floor retail across the prominent 4,653 sqm boulevard site in Melbourne’s St Kilda Road North Precinct.

The project centres on the adaptive reuse of the site’s heritage-listed VACC Building, an eight-storey office designed by Bernard Evans that has occupied the address for decades. Planning documents state the development would involve “carefully dismantling and conserving off-site the original metal fabric of the podium visible from St Kilda Road,” before reinstating it as the defining frontage of the new scheme.

Above the restored podium, Wing Tai is proposing a curvilinear residential tower. The scheme includes 172 one-bedroom apartments, 63 two-bedroom apartments, 66 three-bedroom apartments, and 24 four-bedroom apartments, alongside two ground-floor food and beverage tenancies fronting St Kilda Road.

The tower has been designed with substantial articulation and variable setbacks to minimise perceived bulk and maintain view corridors along the boulevard. Urbis, which prepared the planning report, said the design “has been significantly articulated through a curvilinear design” with “an interplay with materials, façade expression and depth” to create visual separation and visual interest.

The proposal also includes 254 basement car spaces, landscaped pedestrian links connecting St Kilda Road and Queens Lane, and a biophilic landscape strategy featuring canopy trees, raised planters, cascading greenery and a glass oculus pool overlooking the eastern frontage.

Planning documents confirm the $270.1 million development will contribute 3 per cent of project costs to the Social Housing Growth Fund as part of the application process.

Wing Tai acquired the St Kilda Road property in 2018 alongside Abacus Property Group for $95.38 million, before later consolidating ownership of the site. The property previously served as the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce headquarters for around 60 years.

The transformation of the St Kilda Rd boulevard is already beginning to materialise, with a number of high-profile projects recently completed, launched, or approaching launch as developers continue to back the long-term appeal of the precinct.

Among the most notable recent completions is Louise by Samuel Property Group, just off the strip on Queens Lane, the same pocket Hirsch &amp; Faigen recently launched The Queensbury. Mirvac is too on the same street with The Albertine, which is approaching completion.

Dexus recently secured approval for its slice of St Kilda Road, while Gurner also has approved plans for the precinct.

Joel Robinson

Wing Tai unveils 325-apartment St Kilda Road tower on former VACC House site

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

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

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

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

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

Bottega House secures landmark riverfront site in St Lucia 

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

Fortis

National developer <a href="/developers/fortis">Fortis</a> is set to put its luxury footprint into Brisbane's high-end apartment market after getting the green light for their whole-floor Kangaroo Point apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/river-house-by-fortis-kangaroo-point-44-oconnell-street-kangaroo-point">River House by Fortis</a>.

They acquired the prime 1,196 sqm riverfront site at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/river-house-by-fortis-kangaroo-point-44-oconnell-street-kangaroo-point">44 O'Connell Street</a>, from&nbsp;architect-turned developer&nbsp;<a href="/architects/joe-adsett-architects" target="">Joe Adsett</a>, earlier this year.

Fortis had Plus Architecture tweak the plans and create a <a href="/new-apartments/river-house-by-fortis-kangaroo-point-44-oconnell-street-kangaroo-point">14-level tower with full-floor apartments</a>.

They will each span 260 sqm of internal space and a further 40 sqm of river-facing balcony which will&nbsp;capture east-to-west views from Bulimba to the Story Bridge and Brisbane City.&nbsp;

The only exception is the penthouse, which has the same floorplan internally as the other apartments, but it has a private rooftop terrace with a swimming pool.

Each apartment will have three bedrooms and a multi-purpose space.

The resident amenity is on the ground floor, which will include a gym with a sauna, a riverfront pool, and a grassed lawn, all oriented toward the river where there will be a pontoon with private mooring.

<a href="/architects/plus-architecture" target="">Plus Architecture</a>&nbsp;broke the design concept down into four sections; the cliff top, the cliff, the riverbank, and the river.

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They said their design prioritises capturing breathtaking views through thoughtful building orientation.

Given the site setback from the street and the street frontage being blocked by the development to the west, we have focused on treating the river as the main public frontage,"&nbsp;<a href="/architects/plus-architecture" target="">Plus Architecture</a>'s Director Danny Juric said.

"The design incorporates panoramic views of the scenic New Farm area and the serene Brisbane River, fostering a strong connection to nature.

"The living area and master bedroom will be gain glimpses of the the iconic Story Bridge over the river. Views of the vibrant cityscape to the west create a dynamic and engaging backdrop."

Brisbane's subtropical climate was also taken into consideration during the design process, as Plus sought to target solar heat control and cross ventilation.

"The building itself is orientated in response to Brisbane’s climatic conditions," Juric said.

"As the apartments are full-floor, each unit is designed to embrace the elements and reduce reliance on artificial energy sources.

"The simple architectural form comprises of horizontal eaves to provide shading on the north, east and western facades,&nbsp;precast panels&nbsp;are introduced strategically to block unwanted sun, and vertical fins are proposed to provide shading and screening to apartment living areas."

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On securing both the Kangaroo Point site and a commercial site in Newstead,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/fortis" target="">Fortis</a>&nbsp;Director Charles Mellick said launching in Brisbane was natural progression for the company after their success in premium projects in Sydney and Melbourne. 
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“Our project in&nbsp;Kangaroo&nbsp;Point is a rare offering, this being an absolute riverfront site with no public parklands or roads in front of it.

"The timing is right as we see record-breaking activity in the off the plan luxury market in Brisbane, alongside record prices being achieved in square metre rates.

Fortis Associate Director Don Boman said the team are excited to bring&nbsp;the same level of quality and reputation synonymous with their Sydney eastern suburbs projects to the remarkable destination.

Fortis acquired the prime 1,196 sqm riverfront site at 44 O'Connell Street, from architect-turned developer Joe Adsett, earlier this year

Fortis prepare launch of River House, Kangaroo Point apartments, after council sign off

Having acquired a prime Kangaroo Point riverfront site earlier this year, Sydney and Melbourne developer Fortis has submitted plans for a luxury 14-level tower with full-floor apartments.

Plus Architecture have designed the new tower, dubbed O'connell, on a prime 1,196 sqm riverfront site at 44 O'Connell Street which was bought from architect-turned developer Joe Adsett.

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The new plans will feature 14 full floor apartments, spanning 260 sqm of internal space and a 40 sqm, river-facing balcony which will capture east-to-west views&nbsp; from Bulimba to the Story Bridge and Brisbane City.&nbsp;

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The only exception is the penthouse, which has the same floorplan internally as the other apartments, but it has a private rooftop terrace with a swimming pool.

Each apartment will have three bedrooms and a multi-purpose space.

The resident amenity is on the ground floor, which will include a gym with a sauna, a riverfront pool, and a grassed lawn, all oriented toward the river where there will be a pontoon with private mooring.

Plus Architecture broke the design concept down into four sections; the cliff top, the cliff, the riverbank, and the river.

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They said their design prioritises capturing breathtaking views through thoughtful building orientation.

Given the site setback from the street and the street frontage being blocked by the development to the west, we have focused on treating the river as the main public frontage," Plus Architecture's Director Danny Juric said.

"The design incorporates panoramic views of the scenic New Farm area and the serene Brisbane River, fostering a strong connection to nature.

"The living area and master bedroom will be gain glimpses of the the iconic Story Bridge over the river. Views of the vibrant cityscape to the west create a dynamic and engaging backdrop."

Brisbane's subtropical climate was also taken into consideration during the design process, as Plus sought to target solar heat control and cross ventilation.

"The building itself is orientated in response to Brisbane’s climatic conditions," Juric said.

"As the apartments are full-floor, each unit is designed to embrace the elements and reduce reliance on artificial energy sources.

"The simple architectural form comprises of horizontal eaves to provide shading on the north, east and western facades, precast panels are introduced strategically to block unwanted sun, and vertical fins are proposed to provide shading and screening to apartment living areas."

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On securing both the Kangaroo Point site and a commercial site in Newstead, Fortis Director Charles Mellick said launching in Brisbane was natural progression for the company after their success in premium projects in Sydney and Melbourne. 
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“Our project in&nbsp;Kangaroo&nbsp;Point is a rare offering, this being an absolute riverfront site with no public parklands or roads in front of it.

"The timing is right as we see record-breaking activity in the off the plan luxury market in Brisbane, alongside record prices being achieved in square metre rates.

The planning report by Ethos Urban said&nbsp;44 O’Connell Street offers sophisticated living close to the CBD.

"The tower’s strength in form and earthy tones replicate the terrestrial makeup of its context at Kangaroo Point; and emphasize the historical significance of the area."

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Plus Architecture have designed the new tower on the 1,196 sqm site at 44 O'Connell Street, which was bought from architect-turned developer Joe Adsett

Exclusive first look: Fortis propose full floor apartments at first Brisbane apartment development

High-end property developer Fortis, who are creating striking projects across Sydney and Melbourne's bluechip suburbs, have launched their latest project.

Following the largest site amalgamations in the affluent suburb of Woollahra, Fortis has launched The Woollahra Collection, just 25 residences, a mix of apartments and terraces.

MHN Design Union have been appointed as the lead architects on the project, with landscaping by Wyer &amp; Co. The 1900s terrace interiors are being redesigned by local Phoebe Nicol. On offer will be a collection of two and three bedroom homes with north-facing gardens and secure car parking.

The buildings on the site date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s and will be architecturally restored as part of the $170 million project. Alongside the refurbished buildings, Woollahra Collection will also feature newly built luxury residences, comprising two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

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The interiors of the luxury new residences are being undertaken by Alexander &amp; Co. The new build will comprise north facing, two, three and four-bedroom residences with large entertaining areas and ample outdoor space.

Part of the project is the restoration of the&nbsp;1880s theatre, which will be restored by Mim Design and converted into a single trophy residence, with an expected end value of around $15 million. The interiors will be an ode to the historic grandeur of the original property, complete with its own basement, tunnel cellar, internal landscaped courtyards and pool.

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Fortis Director Charles Mellick said the team are&nbsp;grateful to the wider community for supporting us in our vision for this site.

"Our work at the nearby Pallas House Sydney and Gaden House demonstrates our commitment towards retaining Sydney’s architectural heritage, and we feel privileged to have the opportunity to lovingly restore and reinvigorate this site, bringing it back to life," Mellick says.

"We will be preserving the best architectural elements of the site for it to be enjoyed by future generations.

“This is the first time off the plan apartments of this scale are being offered in Woollahra, also marking the biggest sqm regeneration in this suburb."

Mellick says the&nbsp;aim is to be sympathetic to its heritage and context, ensuring that the existing buildings are restored.

"A new build on the site will feature a collection of premium apartments, bringing together unparalleled quality and premium amenities in a location where new residences are few and far between.”

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Fortis secured the 14 lots, now 2A James Street, for around $50 million, an amalgamation making a 3,500 sqm mega block.

Ben Stewart from Stewart Residential and CBRE is handling the sales.

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“There is a clear demand from buyers to secure well-designed homes in exclusive, tightly held Eastern suburbs - and Woollahra is no exception," Stewart says.

"Just two weeks ago CBRE launched a development 200 metres away (Robby Ingham's The Cambrian in Paddington) which sold out in five hours, which was due to the rarity of the offering and an overall lack of approvals for new developments in the area.

"We have already received an unprecedented level of early enquiries for Woollahra Collection, as the development offers an unrivalled combination of new build residences and terrace homes, fitted out with high-end finishes by an acclaimed design team, all on the doorstep of the Queen Street shopping village."

Construction of The Woollahra Collection is expected to be completed by Q4 of 2024.

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MHN Design Union have been appointed as the lead architects on the project, with landscaping by Wyer & Co


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Fortis launch The Woollahra Collection

High-end developer Fortis have submitted plans for a new project in Melbourne's St Kilda.

Fortis, who operate in Sydney and Melbourne's most sought-after areas,&nbsp;is seeking to create 39 apartments at 61-73 Fitzroy Street, a 2,661 sqm amalgamated site secured last year.

Fortis said they've long been interested in St Kilda, and in particularly Fitzroy Street.

"St Kilda has a colourful history, character &amp; charm and a unique position within Melbourne – immediate proximity to the CBD, parks and unrivalled amenity, yet distinctly coastal featuring one of Australia’s most well-known beaches," Fortis Director Charles Mellick, who co-founded the company in 2016 alongside Patrick Keenan and Dan Gallen, told Urban.

"Fitzroy Street is one of Melbourne’s most historic grand boulevards which has admittedly seen better days, but here lies the challenge and opportunity to breathe new life into the precinct."

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Fortis have had Woods Bagot design the Fitzroy Street project, which will also reinvigorate Fitzroy Street and benefit the local community.

Fortis called it a "precinct defining opportunity."

The site has a 65 metre street frontage, and a&nbsp;strategic location, at the mid-point of Fitzroy Street.

"Our proposal will be a catalyst for rejuvenation,"&nbsp;the documents submitted to Port Phillip Council noted.

"This opportunity is to redefine the local area and play a key part in the Fitzroy Street’s return to former grandeur.

"The extensive frontage to Fitzroy Street offers immense opportunity for activation in what is currently a run-down retail strip."

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There will be around 950 sqm of hand selected retailers, likely to be a providore, a bakery, or a signature food and beverage venture.

"[The retailers will cater] to the daily needs of surrounding residents, provide passive day and night activation and give everyone a compelling reason to visit Fitzroy Street."

The 39 apartments will be located above and behind the retail, focusing on "quality not quantity."

"Lucky future residents will enjoy refined common amenity on the ground floor, the retail experience, beachside living and everything St Kilda has to offer on their doorstep," the documents stated.

There will be just three one-bed apartments, 19 two-bedders, and 10 three-bedroom units.

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Two three-bedroom duplex penthouses will be on offer, as well as five three-bedroom penthouses.

The plans have 100 parking spaces, and 39 bike spaces.

Fortis say the existing architecture in St Kilda influenced the design of the project.

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"Victorian Grandeur is a prevalent motif and its contribution to the character and charm of St Kilda is apparent through the use of refined fretwork and double columns," the design statement noted, citing&nbsp;St Kilda's Linden Gallery as an influence.

"This former grandeur has become a recognisable feature of current day St Kilda. Our proposal seeks to rejuvenate this charm through its façade articulation, balustrades and generous planter boxes. The intention is to add a further layer of contemporary charm and character to St Kilda."

Cobild Construction have already been appointed as the lead construction partner on the project, having already been appointed to 10 of Fortis' projects since teaming up together in 2018. Local landscape designer Florian Wild are in charge of the landscaping.

Fortis have had Woods Bagot design the Fitzroy Street project, which will also reinvigorate Fitzroy Street and benefit the local community




First look exclusive: Fortis lodge St Kilda precinct plans

Fortis has secured development approval for a premium residential project in the heart of Woollahra.&nbsp;

The prominent eastern suburbs developer has been working with the 14 owners of the 2a James Street address for the last 12 months, recently finalising the purchase of the 3,500 sqm development site, the largest ever land consolidation in Woollahra and now the largest privately held parcel of land in the suburb.

The current existing and dilapidated buildings on the site date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s and will be architecturally restored as part of the $170 million project.

Alongside the refurbished buildings, the approved concept will also feature a collection of newly built luxury residences, comprising two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments.. Funded by Pallas Capital, construction on the project is expected to commence late 2023.

Fortis paid around $50 million for the site.&nbsp; 
 
Fortis Director Charles Mellick says the team’s&nbsp;work at the nearby Pallas House Sydney and Gaden House demonstrates their commitment towards retaining Sydney’s architectural heritage.

“We feel privileged to have the opportunity to lovingly restore and reinvigorate this site, bringing it back to life,” Mellick says.

”We will be preserving the best architectural elements of the site so it can be enjoyed by future generations.

Mellick says the project is the first time off the plan apartments of this scale are being offered in Woollahra, also marking the biggest sqm regeneration in this suburb.

“Our aim with this project is to be sympathetic to its heritage and context, ensuring that the existing buildings are restored. A new build on the site will feature a collection of premium apartments, bringing together unparalleled quality and premium amenities in a location where new apartments are few and far between.” 
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​MHN Design Union have been appointed as the lead architects on the project, with landscaping by Wyer &amp; Co. The 1900s terrace interiors are being redesigned by local Phoebe Nicol, with a collection of two- and three- bedroom homes with north-facing gardens and secure car parking. 
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​The interiors of the luxury new residences are being undertaken by Alexander &amp; Co. The new build will comprise north facing, two-, three- and four-bedroom residences with large entertaining areas and ample outdoor space. 
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​The 1880s theatre will be restored by Mim design and converted into a single trophy residence, with an expected end value of $20 million. The interiors will be an ode to the historic grandeur of the original property, complete with its own basement, tunnel cellar, internal landscaped courtyards and pool.&nbsp; 
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​Woollahra, one of Australia’s most tightly held suburbs with generational wealth, is located five kilometres from the CBD in Sydney’s east, and is known for its timeless, tree-lined suburban streets and village-style shopping areas. The site is in proximity to the Paddington retail precinct, as well as the heritage-listed Centennial Park.

Pallas Group is the parent company of real estate financier and investment manager, Pallas Capital, and property developer, Fortis. The expected end value of Fortis projects currently under construction or under a planning proposal is $4 billion nationwide.

Fortis paid around $50 million for the James St site.

The current existing and dilapidated buildings on the site date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s and will be architecturally restored as part of the project

Fortis secure approval for $170 million Woollahra development

Fortis has lodged plans with Waverley Council for&nbsp;their first collection of luxury homes in the affluent eastern suburbs hotspot Bronte.​

​The homes will be&nbsp;developed on the prime&nbsp;2,472 sqm site at&nbsp;122-128 Hewlett Street, which was&nbsp;acquired by Fortis for $44 million in early 2022. The proposed scheme has been developed in response to the increased demand for luxury houses in Sydney&rsquo;s east.&nbsp;

Architecture firm MHN Design Union have drawn up the plans, which will feature&nbsp;architectural facades including custom brickwork and European lime renders and screening.&nbsp;Alexander and Co and Lawless &amp; Meyerson will handle the interiors.

Fortis Director Charles Mellick says the team are looking forward to apply what they know from the multi-residential apartment space to the luxury housing market.​​

​&ldquo;Fortis has carved a reputation for itself over the years for premium residential developments in blue-chip locations across Sydney and Melbourne,&quot; Mellick says.

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&quot;We are excited to be utilising our considered approach to develop luxury houses that offer an enviable combination of location, amenity and quality. 
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&ldquo;This will be the first collection of houses by Fortis, making this project a notable milestone for us. With an expected end value of $125 million, we are investing in the future of the luxury residential coastal market in Sydney that continues to remain buoyant. We look forward to working collaboratively with the community to deliver a superior product in a desirable location.&rdquo; 
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​The collection of private homes will feature three or four bedrooms, four bathrooms and secure basement parking. Open-plan living and dining areas will open onto north-facing private pools and lush gardens by Wyer &amp; Co, in addition to sweeping views of Bronte Beach from the upper levels.&nbsp; 
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​Each home will have private full-floor master retreats including an expansive bedroom, walk-in robes and ensuites, dedicated laundry rooms, custom swimming pools and spas, grotto entertainment areas in the rear garden and integrated Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances. Select residences will have wellness rooms that can be converted into gyms or&nbsp;studios for pilates and yoga, cinema rooms and the option to have a private art studio or kids rumpus room.

Construction on this site is expected to commence by mid-2023, once plans are approved by the local council.

Fortis Director Charles Mellick says the team are looking forward to apply what they know from the multi-residential apartment space to the luxury housing market

Fortis lodge $125 million Bronte luxury off the plan house plans

Apartments at the recently launch MONA development in Darling Point almost never existed.

The prominent eastern suburbs developer Fortis&nbsp;initially planned a commercial building on the Mona Road address, before pivoting the design to create a luxury apartment project.

And its recent launch showed two things; the demand for luxury apartments in Sydney&#39;s East is still firing on all cylinders despite a cooling property market, and the agileness of the Fortis team to change their strategy based on what the market is doing.

Fortis Director Charles Mellick says the team analyzed current market trends and the demand for luxury residential apartments, and that, paired with the 180 degree city and harbour views and accessibility to local amenity, made the location the perfect place for high-end city fringe living.

So they called MHNDU back in to amend the plans to incorporate just 24 one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

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The change in direction paid off in spades at the recent launch, with CBRE securing sales of over 60 per cent of the building, including the $13.75 million, two-level penthouse.

Mellick says the&nbsp;Darling Point location provides a previously unseen opportunity for buyers with direct access not only to the harbour foreshore, but also to the city and surrounding villages.

&quot;This location has an array of unrivalled connectivity from walkability to a range of transport options and access to driving routes to connect to the rest of Sydney seamlessly.

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Mellick calls Darling Point the gateway to the East, at the nexus of Edgecliff, Woollahra, Double Bay and Potts Point.

&quot;This location benefits from its nearby neighbouring suburbs giving the best of both worlds - an energetic urban local energy (Potts Point) and Australia&rsquo;s most luxurious offerings (Woollahra and Double Bay) with the commercial convenience and easy access to Bondi Junction and the City.

&quot;Rushcutters Bay Park and Marina create a great local amenity for locals and visitors alike.&quot;

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The new MHNDU plans retained the ground level retail, which Mellick says will home a &quot;sophisticated and experienced food and beverage tenant&quot;, something Fortis has successfully achieved previously in Double Bay, where they brought celebrity chef Neil Perry to their HQ at the base of Pallas House on the exclusive Bay Street.

Mellick says so far there&#39;s been a mix of owner-occupiers and downsizers who have come from the Eastern Suburbs (Elizabeth Bay, Bellevue Hill, Rose Bay) looking at the two&nbsp;and three-bedroom residences, as well as a number of&nbsp;owner-occupiers coming from the Lower-North Shore (Killara and Linfield) as well as the Inner-West.

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The change in direction paid off in spades at the recent launch, with CBRE securing sales of over 60 per cent of the building, including the $13.75 million, two-level penthouse

Why Fortis chose apartments over office space in Darling Point

The national property developer, Fortis, has been given the green light by the&nbsp;Woollahra Council to go ahead with their luxury apartment development on Rose Bay&#39;s Spencer Street.

The&nbsp;development of 12 apartments at 5-13 Spencer Street is the group&rsquo;s third project in the area.

Construction is expected to commence later in the year, delivering a collection of two and three-bedroom apartments, boasting large living, entertainment and outdoor areas.

Designed by MHN Design Union, the Spencer St project will feature natural stone, with the building&rsquo;s form defined by regular openings, deep reveals, columns and solid panel walls that provide rhythm of light and shadowed elements through a mix of light textured render and a custom format handmade brick.

Located on a north-facing block, residences will bask in natural light, each complimented by private garages, expansive outdoor areas and lush gardens, designed by leading Australian creative landscape practice, Dangar Brian Smith, with select ground floor apartments featuring private pools.

&ldquo;Spencer St is our third residential project in Rose Bay, following The Benson and No.1 Carlisle. The response we have previously had from residents in this neighbourhood has been incredible, with Fortis projects selling out months before completion,&rdquo; says Charles Mellick, Director, Fortis.

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Spencer St is the groups third residential project in Rose Bay, following The Benson and No.1 Carlisle, with Fortis Director, Charles Mellick saying the response from previous residents in the area has been incredible, with Fortis projects selling out months before completion. &nbsp;

&ldquo;Our sales success is a reflection of the robust demand in Sydney&rsquo;s eastern suburbs, where residents desire luxury living spaces that offer the best of location, amenities and quality. With an expected end value of $94 million, we are confident that Spencer St will be equally well-received by the local community,&rdquo; he added. &nbsp;

Just a short walk from Rose Bay village, Spencer St lands on an amalgamated 2,223 sqm site that consolidates four independent properties, which was acquired by Fortis for $28.5 million in early-2021.

Located less than 10 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, the Rose Bay site is just a short walk away from the new Harris Farm&nbsp;precinct and is in proximity to Rose Bay beach and ferry wharf, along with the Royal Sydney Golf Club, Royal Motor Yacht Club and Point Piper Marina. With a wealth of nearby recreational amenity, Rose Bay is also well serviced by a string of public transport options.

Pallas Group is the parent company of real estate financier and investment manager, Pallas Capital, and property developer, Fortis. The expected end value of Fortis projects currently under construction or under a planning proposal is $3 billion nationwide.

Construction is expected to commence later in the year, delivering a collection of two and three-bedroom apartments, boasting large living, entertainment and outdoor areas.



Fortis secures development approval for third Rose Bay apartment development 

The national property developer Fortis has seen a flurry of sales at the recent launch of its luxury Darling Point apartment project, MONA.

Some 60 per cent of the apartments on offer sold, with CBRE&#39;s&nbsp;Premium Sales division head Ben Stewart noting the two and three-bedroom apartments sold&nbsp;well.

&quot;Our team are feeling very encouraged by the initial lot of sales achieved,&quot; Stewart says, adding that there&#39;s still a very good selection of stock remaining.

The two-level penthouse, with 253 sqm of internal space as well as its own rooftop terrace and swimming pool, was sold even before the recent launch event. It was bought by property developer Michael Barakat for $13.75 million, a sale reflecting $55,000 per sqm. There was also a $7.8 million sales to a local downsizer.

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MONA, named after its location on Mona Road, one of Darling Point&#39;s best streets, has been designed by&nbsp;MHNDU to blend old-world charm with New York chic.

Stewart said the one and two-bedroom apartments are garnering a lot of enquiry from parents assisting their children.

&quot;It&rsquo;s a great way of getting them into forced saving for a long-term asset,&quot; Stewart suggested.

&quot;MONA has already started to attract this type of buyer because of its location, as well as being a striking looking development that will prove to be a great short to long term investment.&quot;

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Fortis Director Charles Mellick said there has been&nbsp;a mix of owner-occupiers and downsizers who have come from the Eastern Suburbs (Elizabeth Bay, Bellevue Hill, Rose Bay) looking at the two- and three- bedroom residences, with many owner-occupiers coming from the Lower-North Shore (Killara and Linfield) as well as the Inner-West.

Initially Fortis had earmarked&nbsp;the site for a commercial project and ground-floor retail, but Mellick said the&nbsp;current market demand and limited supply for residential is so strong, that with the 180 degree city and harbour views and accessibility to local amenity this really made the location the perfect place for high-end city fringe living.

&quot;Something that is hard to come by and that result is clear with the high demand on sales and response on our sales launch weekend.&quot;

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The creative inspiration for MONA comes from the history-steeped harbourside corridor it overlooks. The design by MHNDU pays deep respect to the architectural details of the original brick apartment buildings and the bustling inner-city neighbourhood.

The &lsquo;blade edge&rsquo; form of the residential tower delivers a boldly modern street presence, complemented by a north-facing glazed fa&ccedil;ade and rooftop sky terrace with unobstructed views.

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Some 60 per cent of the apartments on offer sold, with CBRE's Premium Sales division head Ben Stewart noting the two and three-bedroom apartments sold well

Fortis secure sales flurry at MONA, Darling Point

Long-standing and renowned developer&nbsp;Fortis has developed a solid portfolio across Australia&#39;s two biggest capitals, with more than $276 million in successfully completed projects.

The group&rsquo;s future is just as prosperous with new developments, valued at over $2.2 billion in the pipeline for completion in the coming years.

We&rsquo;ve taken a closer look at the top five developments Fortis has both in Sydney and Melbourne in 2022.

1. Piper -&nbsp;2A Wunulla Road, Point Piper, NSW

Piper is the first collaboration between Fortis and Dare Property Group, who has teamed up to create a rare new development in the most affluent suburb in the whole of Australia.

Sharing its postcode with some of Australia&rsquo;s most prestigious and historic homes, Piper,&nbsp;at 2A Wunulla Road, there will have just 15 exclusive residences, which will have interiors by MIM Design and sit in landscaping by Dangar Barin Smith.

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There will be a mix of two, three and four-bedroom apartments across the boutique four-level building. Each apartment will feature soaring ceilings, open layouts and large living, entertaining, and outdoor areas. Some of the apartments will even have their own private pools.

The three two-bedroom plus study apartments start from 127 sqm of internal space, the three-bedroom apartments start from 161 sqm internal, and the biggest offering, the four-bedroom apartments, have an internal living space between 210 sqm and 260 sqm.

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&quot;The rich design palette places a deep focus on the polished and matte, the light and dark, the coarse and soft, heralding the mineralised and lustrous qualities hidden within Piper&rsquo;s natural forms,&quot;&nbsp;Miriam Fanning of Mim Design said.

Completion on the development is&nbsp;scheduled for the first quarter of 2024.

2. Mona Road - 1 Mona Road, Darling Point, NSW

Fortis will soon launch Mona Road, their first development in Darling Point, another high end harbourside suburb in Sydney.

The premium mixed-use development will offer both residential and retail at the Mona Road site. Created by award-winning architects MHNDU, Mona Road features six residential floors with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with terraces and balconies capturing views across the city, harbour, nearby Paddington and surrounds.

The creative inspiration for the site comes from the history-steeped harbourside corridor it overlooks, with respect paid to the original brickwork of the fa&ccedil;ade.

Situated at the gateway to the Eastern Suburbs between Potts Point and Double Bay, the north-oriented site occupies a prominent frontage along Mona Road&mdash;only four kilometres from the Sydney CBD.

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Edgecliff Station is a 350-metre walk, while major bus and ferry routes are also within easy reach, providing regular services towards the city and beyond.&nbsp;

Construction on the development is expected to be completed by late 2023.

3. Colindia &ndash; 5 Colindia Avenue, Neutral Bay, NSW

Currently in the market in Sydney is Colindia, north of the bridge in the sought-after Neutral Bay on the Lower North Shire.

Inspired by nature&rsquo;s organic shapes and raw textures, Colindia presents as a sculpted artform, nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac.

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Designed by PBD Architects, Colindia&rsquo;s four levels comprise six half-floor residences crowned by a full-floor penthouse.

&ldquo;We approached these residences as a sculpted artform, inspired by natural, organic fluid forms and materials,&quot;&nbsp;Paul Buljevic from PBD Architects said

&quot;The use of curved walls creates a soft and inviting spatial experience, with masonry elements that accentuate verticality.&quot;

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Separated from nearby buildings, Colindia&#39;s discreet street frontage opens up to just two residences per floor, with the penthouse sweeping across a whole-floor.

The feature balustrades on the balconies also serve to create added privacy between residences.

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From front to back, each residence extends the full length; the open-plan living designed to maximise the space, light and views, with full-height windows creating a connection to the terraces and courtyards beyond.

4. Pillar + Tide &ndash; 41A Blackstreet, Brighton, VIC

Just moments from the buzz and flow of Church Street and the idyllic Brighton waterfront, Pillar+Tide presents 16 contemporary residences that explore the relationship between the indoor and outdoor.

Presented as a monolithic structure with two street fronts softened by verdant greenery, Pillar+Tide takes over three existing sites to create a singular vision.

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Shaped by award-winning architects&nbsp;Carr, the design is defined by rhythmic fa&ccedil;ade elements, robust natural materials and an abundance of space reflective of Brighton&rsquo;s local architectural context.&nbsp;

&ldquo;The design language of Pillar+Tide is shaped by both permanence and longevity,&quot;&nbsp;Carr Managing Director Chris McCue said.

&quot;The interiors are under-stated, elegant and intuitively planned, but equally integrated with unique, thoughtful and bold contemporary architecture. There&rsquo;s a deep sense of timelessness, with the use of robust natural materials and a return to quality that will delight for years and generations to come.&quot;

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Considerable design emphasis has gone into planning the master suite and living areas to follow a spacious and open layout, while each residence is further complemented by wrap-around gardens and lush, low maintenance landscaping by&nbsp;Acre.

A rare and sought-after corner location, Pillar+Tide puts an abundance of retail, caf&eacute;s and restaurants within easy reach, together with excellent transport connections and&nbsp;tree-lined streets.

5. Brighton Street &ndash; 8 Brighton Street, Richmond, VIC 

Later this year Fortis is expected to launch their Brighton Street project.

Just moments from the bustling Church Street and Swan Street intersection in Richmond, 8 Brighton Street has been designed by&nbsp;SJB Architects and will see apartments and commercial suites built above a modern ground floor retail precinct.

Central to the vision for 8 Brighton Street is to reflect the site&rsquo;s rich heritage context, whilst also evoking a fresh, contemporary approach to living and working.

&ldquo;The location within Richmond &ndash; along with the Activity Centre zone which permits retail, residential and commercial &ndash; is what really sets this site apart from others,&rdquo; Colliers agent Ben Baines said.

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The design, materials and finishes will be selected to work in seamless harmony, allowing the completed building to grow into its inner-city surroundings.

Occupying a corner site in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most popular inner-city neighbourhoods, 8 Brighton St enjoys easy access to the CBD and key business districts. The site has three street frontages, with an abundance of amenities in its immediate vicinity.

Numerous train and tram stops are less than 200 metres away, while the site is a short walk away from caf&eacute;s, restaurants, bars, supermarkets and parks.

Construction is due to be complete on the Brighton Street site by early 2023. &nbsp;

We’ve taken a closer look at the top five developments Fortis currently have across Sydney and Melbourne.

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