<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/jwland-development">JWLand</a>’s De Burgh, the final residential release within the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, is nearing completion just as the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme prepares for its most significant expansion to date.&nbsp;

From October 2025, the scheme will allow first home buyers to enter the market with just a five per cent deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), removing some of the most common barriers to ownership.

With <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/de-burgh-at-northbourne-village-40-de-burgh-street-lyneham-act-2602">De Burgh</a> on track for residents to move in by late spring 2025, the timing creates a strong opportunity for first home buyers seeking brand-new apartments in Canberra’s sought-after Inner North.&nbsp;

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The project delivers 350 residences across two buildings, with layouts ranging from compact studios through to one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

JWLand has tailored the development for long-term liveability, integrating natural light, privacy and outdoor space into each home. Ground-floor residences feature private courtyards, while upper levels benefit from generous balconies.

Kitchens are fitted with Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, and all apartments include ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning with smartphone app control for lighting and climate.&nbsp;

Shared resident facilities include a rooftop garden, gym, lounge and parcel lockers, alongside landscaped green space within the precinct.

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For buyers, the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme removes income caps and introduces unlimited places, making it more accessible than ever. With most De Burgh apartments priced under $1 million, they fall well within the updated eligibility thresholds.

The policy changes provide first home buyers with greater certainty and a smoother path to finance. Combined with the quality and location of De Burgh, the expanded scheme is expected to draw a new wave of buyers to Canberra’s Inner North.

Residents will benefit from the project’s central setting, just 600 metres from the light rail and three kilometres from Canberra’s CBD. The precinct is bordered by the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/lyneham-act-2602">Lyneham</a> wetlands and sits within easy reach of cafes, restaurants, schools and the ANU.

With completion scheduled for late 2025, De Burgh is set to be among the first major apartment projects to meet the expanded scheme head-on, offering first-time buyers a realistic pathway to ownership in one of Canberra’s most connected neighbourhoods.

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JWLand’s De Burgh aligns with expanded Homebuyer Scheme, opening doors for first home buyers in Canberra’s Inner North

A subtropical pair of residential towers are in planning for a key South Brisbane site neighbouring the iconic Expo ’88 Skyneedle, with new documents revealing a vertically layered vision designed to respond to the precinct’s evolving high-density character.

The proposal has been lodged by&nbsp;Darveniza Group, which is also is behind the 400-apartment Station Quarter precinct in Alderley.

Darveniza Group, led by Jane Darveniza, the Brisbane-based investor and Queensland rich-lister and widow of the late property magnate Bojan Darveniza, is seeking approval for a mixed-use project encompassing 204 apartments, ground-level retail, food and drink tenancies, and office space across two architecturally integrated towers at 37–39 Manning Street.

Occupying an 1,822 sqm site, the proposed towers would rise above a sculptural podium base, with a recessed landscaped centre, rooftop communal areas, and a total of 220 car parks and 256 bicycle bays. The apartment mix spans one- to five-bedroom dwellings, with a design emphasis on generous balconies, cross-ventilation, and climate-responsive materials.

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“The development is conceived as two slender twin buildings that meet at a lushly landscaped central recess,” the Finegrain design report states. “The façade is highly articulated with the plan form stepping back and forth to reduce visual bulk and maximise internal occupants’ access to natural light and air”.

A hallmark of the proposal is its integration of greenery, both visually and functionally. Around 77 per cent of the site’s green plot ratio is delivered through vertical planting spines, a green podium wall, and rooftop amenity. Ground-level deep planting and landscaped communal zones aim to create a shaded, walkable interface along Manning Street.

“The stepped plan form introduces variation in balcony setbacks and enclosed apartment areas, enriching both the façade expression and the resident experience,” the design team notes. “At ground and podium levels, this stepping also enhances permeability, maximising pedestrian view lines to the neighbouring Skyneedle and reinforcing a strong sense of local identity”.

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The site directly adjoins the heritage-listed Skyneedle at 35 Manning Street, an enduring legacy of World Expo ’88. The accompanying heritage impact report by Pendergast Architects contends that the proposal has been carefully conceived to protect the cultural significance and landmark visibility of the structure.

“The design provides setbacks, tower separation and podium articulation to maintain the visibility and landmark role of the adjoining Skyneedle,” the report states. “The significance of the Skyneedle lies principally in its landmark visibility and cultural symbolism, rather than in detailed fabric or architectural setting”.

The proposal sits within the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct, under Brisbane’s TLPI 02/2023, where revised planning controls support high-density, mixed-use development integrated with subtropical design and increased public realm contributions.

Finegrain’s design reflects this intent, drawing cues from the site's adjacency to Musgrave Park, the subtropical landscape of South Brisbane, and cultural landmarks such as QPAC and South Bank.

Twin green towers proposed for Manning Street, South Brisbane site beside Skyneedle

A first-of-its-kind culinary precinct is coming to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Park</a>, inspired by global street-food flavours and best-in-class restaurants and entertainment.

Deicorp’s emerging mid-city precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/melrose-central-melrose-park-33-hope-street-melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Central</a>, will become the go-to precinct within the wider Melrose Park community, and at its heart, a first-of-its-kind culinary precinct that brings the buzz of Asia’s most iconic food streets to life.

Spanning more than 4,700 sqm, Melrose Central street food precinct is inspired by the energy and vibrant flavours of street-food neighbourhoods from Hong Kong and Tokyo to Seoul and Singapore.

This new destination will be over three times the size of existing offerings like Burwood Chinatown or Westfield Chatswood’s Hawker Lane, positioning Melrose Central as a must-visit dining hub for all of Sydney.

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Designed by Anthony Ho of Basalt Studio, this street food concept blurs the lines between culinary theatre, art, and entertainment, offering an immersive experience. Neon-lit laneways thread between open kitchens and live grill stations, while murals, interactive displays, and light installations will bring the precinct to life, trading until late, a first for the area.

“We’ve imagined our street food concept as a graduated evolution of everything people love about Burwood Chinatown, East Village and Regent Place, elevated by the immersive artistry creating a city-style dining offer,” said Bilinda Turner, Head of Retail at Deicorp.

“By curating the very best tenants from across Australia, we’re creating a fit-for-purpose town centre for 2025 and beyond. It’s something that people truly haven’t seen before."

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Melrose Central is far more than a food precinct. Spanning 30,000 sqm across four levels, the shopping centre will be home to approximately 100 retailers, providing a total lifestyle offering from morning until late evening.

Fresh food offerings span a brand new Coles Supermarket, Local Grocer, Korean Supermarket, Bakery and boutique fresh food, as well as a Dan Murphy's, while health needs are covered from a pharmacy, medical centre and allied health. Fitness and wellbeing take centre stage from a dedicated wellbeing hub that includes pilates, recovery, Infrared saunas and a gym, to name a few.

Variety stores will feature throughout, as well as personal care offerings from nail salons to hairdressers, as well as a dedicated early-learning centre on level 1.

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Situated above the retail precinct will be 495 Turner Studio-designed apartments that open onto 6,000 sqm of lush podium gardens and rooftop terraces.

Located just six kilometres east of Parramatta’s CBD and 15km from Sydney CBD, Melrose Central forms the retail and lifestyle heart of Melrose Park, an urban-renewal precinct that is set to deliver more than 11,000 homes, 22,000 new residents, and 50,000 sqm of park and open space.

A dedicated stop on Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will arrive at the precinct’s Hope Street entrance, and the forthcoming Parramatta Gateway Bridge will link directly to Sydney Olympic Park and Wentworth Point.&nbsp;

Supported by a 10-minute drive, this growing catchment of 200,000 people, which is projected to grow to 279,000 by 2026, and an average household income above the Greater Sydney average, Melrose Central embodies Deicorp’s vision for transport-oriented, community-focused placemaking.&nbsp;

Melrose Central street food precinct and the wider Melrose Central retail town centre are both slated to open in mid-2026.

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Melrose Central: First-of-its-kind culinary precinct coming to Sydney’s West

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia</a> has unveiled the fifth and final stage of its $1 billion Norwest community, The Orchards.

The final stage, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/zeste-at-the-orchards-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Zeste</a>, will deliver 209 apartments across two distinctive buildings, Essence and Eden. The 135 apartments in Essence will be the first to be released to the market, which will bring to an end the decade-long vision to create a&nbsp;neighbourhood defined by design excellence, sustainability, and community engagement.

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David Lee, Sales Manager at Sekisui House Australia said, Zeste's oversized living spaces and diverse apartment mix, which includes the introduction of&nbsp;Breezeway Sky Homes for the first time, deliver a unique lifestyle offering.

Early purchasers will benefit from exclusive VIP pricing as well as the choice of one premium upgrade, which Lee says is a "thank you" for their commitment to the project.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, Zeste embodies Sekisui House’s global design philosophy of creating harmony between people, homes and nature. Principal Ben Pomroy explained that Zeste is about living within the landscape.

“With two large courtyards, the lagoon pool precinct for the wider community and a central courtyard with pavilion exclusively for Zeste residents, the architecture frames an experience of living in a park," Pomroy said.

“Over 50 per cent of the site is landscaped, ensuring a deep connection to nature at every stage of daily life. The buildings are designed as a collection of smaller, finer-grain forms, with over 85% of apartments enjoying dual aspects.

“The focus on natural ventilation, generous layouts and communal interaction creates a residential environment that is both sustainable and socially connected.”

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Natalie Shalala, a member of Rothelowman’s interiors team said they reimagined the former site’s Orchard homestead with a contemporary twist. &nbsp;

“The design draws on the nostalgia of the past orchard – timber floors, the warmth of a fireplace, the rituals of the homestead and reinvents them for modern apartment living,"&nbsp;Shalala said.

“We have created two tonal palettes, one with pale honey undertones and another with a soft blush inspired by nectar. A highlight feature is the cathedral glass light box, a bespoke design element that re-interprets the classic lantern. It is both beautiful and functional, tying kitchen and bathroom spaces together in a way that feels entirely unique."

Shalala said the&nbsp;day-to-day liveability has been carefully considered, with abundant storage solutions, butler’s pantries, bike storage and joinery designed to simplify routines and enhance comfort.

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Apartments in Zeste start from $715,000 for one-bedrooms and extend through to expansive three-bedroom Sky Homes priced from $2.25 million. Floorplans range from 59 sqm to 144sqm.

The mix in Essence comprises 41 one-bedroom, seven one-bedroom + Max space, 39 two-bedroom, 40 two-bedroom Breezeway Sky Homes (24 of which include additional Max spaces), and eight three-bedroom residences.&nbsp;

Max spaces are integrated into select residences, offering a flexible room that can be tailored to individual needs, ideal as a home office, children’s play area, or additional storage.

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Zeste continues Sekisui House Australia’s partnership with Altogether Group, providing sustainable water, power and data services to residents. Passive design strategies include cross-ventilation, deep landscaping and water features that encourage evaporative cooling, aligning with The Orchards long-term environmental goals.&nbsp;

Construction is set to commence on the Zeste buildings in early 2026, with completion anticipated in late 2027 to early 2028.&nbsp;

More than 850 apartments have been sold across the masterplan, contributing to The Orchards community of 1,300 apartments when complete.

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Sekisui House Australia launches Zeste, the final stage of its $1 billion Norwest masterplan

A significant addition to the Bella Vista Station Precinct is in the pipeline, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/landen-property">Landen</a> formally lodging a State Significant Development Application for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/40-memorial-avenue-bella-vista-40-memorial-avenue-nsw-2153">new apartment community on Memorial Avenue</a>.

Positioned beside the Elizabeth Macarthur Creek corridor, the project is among the first major transit-oriented residential proposals within the Metro precinct.

The masterplan, designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/turner-studio">Turner Architects</a>,&nbsp;outlines a four-stage delivery, comprising four buildings between four and fifteen storeys, and includes a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, alongside a limited selection of four-bedroom penthouses and terraces.

The project places a strong emphasis on housing diversity and liveability, with apartment sizes ranging from 50 to 180 sqm. The first stage will deliver 213 dwellings, followed by 231 in the second stage. Construction is expected to commence in 2026, pending approvals.

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As the first transit-oriented development (TOD) in the precinct, Landen’s Bella Vista community has been designed to align closely with the surrounding Metro infrastructure. The proposal integrates new pedestrian and cycling paths, a new bridge over Elizabeth Macarthur Creek, and direct access to Bella Vista Metro Station.

Lush communal amenities are also central to the design. 'The Grove' and the 'Garden Link' will create landscaped community areas that reflect the area's agricultural heritage and provide direct access to the creekside.&nbsp;

The ‘Garden Patio’ is conceived as a multi-use indoor-outdoor facility offering a gym, study nooks, and communal lounge spaces.&nbsp;Rooftop terraces across the buildings will offer views to the Blue Mountains and Parramatta skyline.

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Landen’s Head of Property, Shane Harding, said the proposal highlights the developer’s precinct-scale ambition.

“As the first TOD proposal in Bella Vista, it highlights Landen’s ability to pioneer precinct-scale projects, integrate housing with infrastructure, and deliver outcomes that align with government priorities,” Harding told the Daily Telegraph.

The project arrives at a time of rapid growth in Western Sydney, with Bella Vista alone forecast to more than double in population by 2046. The development’s location, between the Bella Vista and Kellyville Metro stations, positions it as a connected lifestyle hub for families, professionals and downsizers seeking access to transport, schools, and employment centres.

Pending approval, the development is slated for completion in 2028.

Landen plans 444-apartment community in Bella Vista Metro zone

Hawthorn East

Hawthorn Park may well be the only apartment development in Melbourne, likely the whole of Australia, which was influenced by one of the seven modern wonders of the world.

Renowned architecture firm <a href="/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> were inspired&nbsp;by rice paddy fields and the spectacular stone terraces of Machu Picchu, which has resulted in stunning internal architectural facades and a lush valley landscape at the recently completed Hawthorn East project.

The design incorporates ideas of movement and gently curved eroded forms to create a layered spatial experience that provides visual connection, interest, and recreation.

The central zones feature softly edged designs, while a hard blue stone envelope has been established around the perimeter to create a sense of protection and containment. The hard edge is driven by a series of feature elements that visually break down the composition along the street and create a sense of community identity.

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Rothelowman's interior design team takes pride in the level of premium design features they have incorporated, including island benches, gun-metal tapware, Miele/Gaggenau appliances, and walk-in robes in most apartments.

Located at the intersection of Burwood Road and Camberwell Road, Hawthorn Park features public piazzas that draw the existing green edge of Burwood Road through to the more robust presentation of Camberwell Road.

The site's entry points are adorned with feature stairs that cut a pathway into the open contoured space, which is activated with resident amenity, retail, and food and beverage options.

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The centrepiece of the development is a glass-bottomed swimming pool that spans between buildings and over the plaza, creating a spectacular front door to the project while also serving as the location for the comprehensive resident amenity floor. It was <a href="/news/vic/melbournes-first-suspended-sky-pool-a-look-at-the-amenities-at-hawthorn-park-in-hawthorn-east">Melbourne's first ever suspended sky pool</a>.

Rothelowman Senior Associate Frances Hall said it was the feature of the development they were most looking forward to seeing.

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“We were most excited about delivering the pool bridge as it is testament to our collaboration with the contractor&nbsp;Hickory&nbsp;Group and the consultant team, to realise a design which resolves many complex requirements,” Hall said.

Landscape designer Jack Merlo was responsible for crafting 2000 sqm of landscaping, carefully considering quiet reflection in traditional garden areas while inspiring active recreation on the rooftop terraces.

<a href="/expert-insights/buying/rothelowman-discuss-the-design-principles-of-dahua-groups-hawthorn-park-apartment-project">Read more:&nbsp;Rothelowman discuss the design principles of Dahua Group's Hawthorn Park apartment project</a>

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The project draws on a range of visual forms, inspired by rice paddy fields and the spectacular stone terraces of Machu Picchu, resulting in stunning internal architectural facades and a lush valley landscape.

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How Machu Picchu inspired Rothelowman when designing Hawthorn Park

Dahua Group is currently running a buyer incentive on their completed Melbourne apartment project, Hawthorn Park.&nbsp;

The next five purchasers of an apartment will have half the deposit paid by the group in addition to the entire stamp duty cost on the ready-to-move-in option.&nbsp;

Construction on the project wrapped up back in 2021, with the brand new apartments situated in Hawthorn East, which, for generations, has been a sought after location for Melburnians.&nbsp;

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Four buildings were constructed across the site, with a strong importance placed on residents’ physical and mental wellbeing.

There’s over 2000 sqm of residential parkland incorporated, designed by landscape architect Jack Merlo, along with a transparent skypool which links the site’s two main buildings together.&nbsp;

A long lap pool and a splash pool also crown Hawthorn Park, with an expansive deck running alongside as a landscaped Sky Walk, providing a space to enjoy the sun and relax above the hustle and bustle of the inner-city locale.&nbsp;

A wellness centre has also been included, along with a gym, yoga studio, massage rooms, garden lounges, a rooftop alfresco dining terrace and private dining room, which boasts it’s own kitchen and connection to the rooftop terrace.&nbsp;

Each building even has their own individual lobby, creating an additional space for residents and guests to relax and lounge.

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Rothelowman handled the architecture on the project, drawing on a range of visual forms throughout, especially along the street frontages.&nbsp;

The internal architectural façades and lush valley landscape were inspired by the stepped landforms seen in rice paddy fields, while the stone terraces are reminiscent of Machu Picchu.&nbsp;

A range of configurations and floorplans are still available, with a select number of one, two and three-bedroom apartments still on the market, with prices starting from $599,000 through to just over $1.2 million.&nbsp;

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Four buildings were constructed across the site, with a strong importance placed on residents’ physical and mental wellbeing

Developers to pay half deposit and all stamp duty on next five Hawthorn Park apartments sold 

Hawthorn East, located in Melbourne&rsquo;s east, has been one of the city&rsquo;s premier suburbs for generations.

With stately homes lining its leafy streets, independent boutiques and prestigious schools, the suburb offers the fundamentals of a grand, established neighbourhood.

Delivered by Dahua Group, Hawthorn Park delivers the best of Hawthorn East at its doorstep thanks to its prime location on Camberwell Road.

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The sophisticated mid-rise features 368 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations, designed by award-winning architects Rothelowman.

Arriving at the development, residents will be greeted by textured concrete bands that evoke the idea of stone terraces on a hillside.

&ldquo;The design of the internal architectural fa&ccedil;ades and the lush valley landscape was inspired by the stepped landforms of rice paddy fields and the stone terraces of Machu Picchu&rdquo;, said lead architect Kim Lowman.

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A series of public piazzas and retail spaces will activate the area along Camberwell Road, providing a local gathering spot for residents.

Exclusive residents&rsquo; amenities are also on offer, such as a spectacular sky pool, gym, splash pool and rooftop grill.

Other private spaces include a residents&rsquo; garden, multi-function space, lounge and dining, sky walk, rooftop lawn and sky lounge.

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&ldquo;Located on the top level, the Hawthorn Park private dining room is the perfect setting for residents to host cocktail parties and exclusive dinners&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

Each apartment also comes with access to a wellness centre, with a state-of-the-art gym, yoga studio, massage rooms and more.

The garden spaces between the buildings of Hawthorn Park have been designed as places of true relaxation by landscape architect Jack Merlo.

&ldquo;My design for Hawthorn Park has been carefully considered to encourage quiet recreation and reflective moments in traditional garden areas, with a more active lifestyle catered for on the rooftop terraces&rdquo;, he said.

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The development boasts 2,000sqm of landscaping that features indigenous and exotic plant species, hardy and flowering trees and contrasting foliage.

Expansive central gardens have been designed as a parkland escape in the urban setting, where residents can enjoy a central lawn, walkway, garden pavilion and hammock lounge.

Interiors continue the theme of the contoured exterior and lush landscaping to provide a unified aesthetic experience.

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The development includes high-quality finishes, intelligent floorplans, private park vistas and a wide range of residential options.

Completed last year by Hickory, residents can move in now to this one-of-a-kind property.

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Delivered by Dahua Group, Hawthorn Park delivers the best of Hawthorn East at its doorstep thanks to its prime location on Camberwell Road

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Blue chip location and ever-green style: Take a tour through the Hawthorn Park master plan 

Investors have been attracted&nbsp;Dahua Group&#39;s recently completed their $300 million&nbsp;apartment development Hawthorn Park, their biggest apartment development in Melbourne.

They&#39;ve been alerted to the area due to its&nbsp;recent median price growth of 10 per cent,&nbsp;as well as Hawthorn East&#39;s&nbsp;increasing&nbsp;median rental growth.

Over the ten-year period to March 2021,&nbsp;Hawthorn East apartments have seen six&nbsp;per cent&nbsp;median rental growth per annum, according to the Department of&nbsp;Human Services and Urbis.

The suburb is comprised of 40 per cent renters, DHS found, with SQM Research calculating&nbsp;a current rental yield of 3.5 per cent in Hawthorn East being inline with Melbourne&#39;s overall yield.

Dahua said looking forward, high demand driven by the catchment&rsquo;s proximity to education, transport and amenity, coupled with the ongoing growth of the renal market, is likely to attract market interest from interstate and overseas investors.

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The suburb is renter friendly&nbsp;due to that connectivity to the&nbsp;city. Three train lines run near the&nbsp;33 Camberwell Road development, which has a very high walk score of 90 and has been labelled a walker&rsquo;s paradise.

The city is within cycle distance for residence, given the 7.6 kilometre commute to the CBD on Melbourne&#39;s many bicycle lanes.&nbsp;The nearby Gardiner&rsquo;s Creek Trail links with the Capital City Trail and Main Yarra Trail.

Infrastructure around Hawthorn Park is already in place, with four major shopping areas&nbsp;including Camberwell Junction,&nbsp;Glenferrie Road,&nbsp;Camberwell Road and&nbsp;Burwood Road close by.

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Designed by Rothelowman, Hawthorn features a number of exclusive amenities including Melbourne&rsquo;s first suspended sky pool, theatre rooms and sky lounge. They have delivered a mix of 330&nbsp;one, two, three and four-bedroom townhome and apartment residences.

Hawthorn Park is a residential mid-rise that is strategically located amongst Hawthorn East&rsquo;s key transport, education, lifestyle and amenity offerings. It is also attractive for families, due to the nearby educational facilities that include;

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	<li>Auburn Primary School</li>
	<li>Camberwell Primary School</li>
	<li>SEDA College (Victoria)</li>
	<li>Swinburne Senior Secondary College</li>
	<li>Preshil, The Margaret Lyttle Memorial School</li>
	<li>Swinburne University of Technology</li>
	<li>University of Divinity</li>
	<li>University of Melbourne</li>
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The project also features over 2000 sqm of parkland curated by acclaimed landscape architect Jack Merlo.

As well as the pool, Hawthorn Park features a fully-equipped gym with a yoga and meditation studio and massage suites, hammock lounge, an indoor residents lounge and a garden pavilion.

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Why Hawthorn Park apartments have been attracting investor interest

Dahua Group recently completed their $300 million Hawthorn East apartment development Hawthorn Park, their biggest apartment development in Melbourne.

Designed by&nbsp;Rothelowman, the features a number of&nbsp;amenities, including Melbourne&rsquo;s first suspended sky pool, theatre rooms and a stunning sky lounge.&nbsp;Delivering a&nbsp;mix of 368&nbsp;one, two, three and four-bedroom townhome and apartment residences.

The tower also features over 2000 sqm of parkland curated by acclaimed landscape architect Jack Merlo that bring the&nbsp;Hickory-constructed building to life.

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Hawthorn Park&rsquo;s striking 25 metre floating lap pool with glass bottom immediately catches the eye, acting almost as&nbsp;a bridge between two of the four buildings.

Rothelowman&nbsp;said it was the feature of the development they were most looking forward to seeing.

&ldquo;We were most excited about delivering the pool bridge as it is testament to our collaboration with the contractor&nbsp;Hickory&nbsp;Group and the consultant team, to realise a design which resolves many complex requirements,&rdquo;&nbsp;Rothelowman&rsquo;s Frances Hall said.

As well as the pool, Hawthorn Park features a fully-equipped gym with a yoga and meditation studio and massage suites, a sky lounge, hammock lounge, an indoor residents lounge and a garden pavilion.

Along with these amenities are plenty of bookable lounge and dining rooms with fully equipped chef&rsquo;s kitchen, and&nbsp;the sky pool which features windows and flooring to peer out underwater.

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One of Australia&rsquo;s leading landscape architects&nbsp;Jack Merlo&nbsp;created the central park and a series of garden spaces through Hawthorn Park. They are complete with&nbsp;outdoor areas boasting fruit and vegetable gardens where residents are invited to grow their own produce.

Every apartment has been&nbsp;fitted out with&nbsp;Gaggenau appliances and features floor to ceiling windows and large garden balconies, some offering&nbsp;views&nbsp;of the communal park.

Located in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most&nbsp;blue chip suburbs, the Hawthorn East development is surrounded by heritage homes and buildings, cafes, boutiques and bars, as well as a well connected public transport system.

The major train and tram lines that provide services into the Melbourne CBD only six kilometres away.

Residents will be surrounded by nature by being within walking distance of Fritsch Holzer Park, and a cycle to the trail that lines the Yarra River.

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Dahua Group recently completed their $300 million Hawthorn East apartment development Hawthorn Park, their biggest apartment development in Melbourne

Melbourne's first suspended sky pool: A look at the amenities at Hawthorn Park in Hawthorn East

Dahua Group recently completed their $300 million Hawthorn East apartment development Hawthorn Park, their biggest apartment development in Melbourne.

They had architecture firm Rothelowman, one of Australia&rsquo;s leading architecture practices, collaborate with the landscape architect Jack Merlo on the Camberwell Road development of 330 residences.

Now the development is complete, Urban has taken a look at five of the key selling points of Hawthorn Park.

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<h2>The Developer</h2>

Dahua Group was established in 1988 in Shanghai and was established in Victoria in 2014, a year before they entered New South Wales. In 2017 they completed their first apartment development in Melbourne, the 91 apartment block Noir in South Yarra.

Led by managing director William Huang, Dahua has currently a number of master planned communities across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.&nbsp;

<h2>The Architect</h2>

The Melbourne-based, but very much internationally renowned architecture firm Rothelowman handled the unique design of Hawthorn Park.

&ldquo;Dahua Group wanted a sense of community and tranquillity in a common garden setting as a transition from the hustle/bustle of Camberwell road&rdquo; Rothelowman senior associate Frances Hall told Urban.

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&ldquo;All of the colours inside and outside were influenced by tones found in nature.&nbsp; Hence the name Hawthorn Park.&rdquo;

<a href="/expert-insights/buying/rothelowman-discuss-the-design-principles-of-dahua-groups-hawthorn-park-apartment-project">Read more: Urban spoke with Rothelowman about the design of Hawthorn Park</a>

<h2>The Amenities</h2>

Hawthorn Park&rsquo;s striking 25 metre floating lap pool with glass bottom immediately catches the eye, acting as a bridge between two of the four buildings.

Rothelowman said it was the feature of the development they were most looking forward to seeing.

&ldquo;We were most excited about delivering the pool bridge as it is testament to our collaboration with the contractor Hickory Group and the consultant team, to realise a design which resolves many complex requirements,&rdquo; Rothelowman&rsquo;s Frances Hall said.

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As well as the pool, Hawthorn Park features a fully-equipped gym with a yoga and meditation studio and massage suites, a sky lounge, hammock lounge, an indoor residents lounge and a garden pavilion.

<h2>The Landscaping</h2>

One of Australia&rsquo;s leading landscape architects Jack Merlo created the central park and a series of garden spaces through Hawthorn Park, with the plan to soften and complement the built form.&nbsp;

&ldquo;Our brief was also to find a balance between providing a level of privacy in communal spaces while also providing spaces for residents to enjoy with friends,&rdquo; Merlo told Urban. &ldquo;We have achieved this with a design that caters for larger groups and smaller so it can be used by everyone for any occasion.

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&ldquo;Dahua wanted to use landscaping wherever possible, so we also have spaces like the Eastern Courtyard that provides light, greenery and a view for residents.&rdquo;

<a href="/news/jack-merlo-sheds-light-on-the-landscape-design-for-hawthorn-park">Read more: Jack Merlo sheds light on the landscape design for Hawthorn Park</a>

<h2>The Location</h2>

Located in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most blue chip suburbs, the Hawthorn East development is surrounded by heritage homes and buildings, cafes, boutiques and bars, as well as a well connected public transport system.

The major train and tram lines that provide services into the Melbourne CBD only six kilometres away.

Residents will be surrounded by nature by being within walking distance of Fritsch Holzer Park, and a cycle to the trail that lines the Yarra River.

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There&rsquo;s a number of educational institutions nearby, ranging from primary school to university campuses.

<a href="/news/vic/walking-tour-whats-within-walking-distance-from-hawthorn-park">Read more: Urban gave a full walking tour of what is around Hawthorn Park</a>

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Five key selling points of Dahua’s Hawthorn East apartment development, Hawthorn Park

Singer Dannii Minogue has bought back into Hawthorn East spending $3.52 million on a modern four-bedroom townhouse.

It had been for sale since April last year.

The star purchased her Hawthorn East duplex some two years after she sold another four-bedroom house in the suburb for $2.56 million.

The three-storey home on 398 sqm has three bedrooms with en suites and walk-in wardrobes, and a fourth bedroom with access to a family bathroom and powder room.

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The ground floor has a wide entrance hallway leads to a sitting and dining room, and study nook.

The rear of the home has an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area that flows out to a north-facing al fresco space with an outdoor kitchen and barbecue.

The property has a two-car garage, a lift and a cellar and gym in the basement.

It was advertised as &quot;low-maintenance luxury living.&quot;

The adjoining four bedroom, four bathroom townhouse was sold for $3.5 million in late 2019.

Cordell Connect advise the duplex development application costs were $760,000 in its 2015 application.

Dannii Minogue had previously lived in a Hawthorn East mansion with her ex-partner Kris Smith


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Hawthorn East townhouse sale to singer Dannii Minogue

Residents have moved in to the completed&nbsp;$300 million Hawthorn East apartment project Hawthorn Park.

The striking project was developed by Dahua Group to a design by Rothelowman and sits in landscaping designed by Jack Merlo.

With buyers having moved in, Urban spoke to first home buyer&nbsp;Nahrin Butrus about her property buying journey, and what she loves about Hawthorn Park.

JR: What first drew you to Hawthorn Park?&nbsp;

NB: I was looking for a place with open space and greenery so the landscaping around the complex was actually very attractive and very important to me. And then on top of that the architectural style of the building and the interior design and finishings were all very beautiful and of high end quality. I was incredibly impressed with all that Hawthorn Park has to offer.

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JR: How long had you been searching for a property?&nbsp;

NB: For about one&nbsp;year on and off but I only seriously looked around for about three&nbsp;months with a firm intention of finding a place to finally purchase

JR: Were you always looking for an apartment?&nbsp;&nbsp;

NB: Yes, because I love the idea of living in an apartment with lots of facilities and amenities at hand. I also knew that for the location I was after an apartment would be the best option. It&rsquo;s an affordable way to live in the best part of Melbourne.

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JR: Why did you choose Hawthorn East?&nbsp;

NB: The&nbsp;location is perfect. It&rsquo;s a beautiful leafy suburb, very close to the shops and restaurants on Glenferrie, Burke, Auburn, Burwood, and Riversdale Roads, and it is very close to the city and transport. A lot of my favourite restaurants are here.

Read more: <a href="/news/vic/walking-tour-whats-within-walking-distance-from-hawthorn-park">Walking Tour: What&#39;s within walking distance from Hawthorn Park?</a>

JR: What advice would you have for other first home buyers?

NB: Research on what you need to do to be ready financially and understand how the purchase process works. And there&rsquo;s plenty of government schemes to help you along with buying your first place so take advantage of them.

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JR: Did you take advantage of any government incentives?&nbsp;

NB: Yes, I used the First Home Super Saver Scheme and received the First Home Owner Grant and Stamp Duty was waived.

JR: Did you have a set of criteria that your first home had to meet?

NB: I did but I also thought about how a range of characteristics worked together. I wanted a place that was close to the city, some greenery, with a good layout, good internal and external space, lots of amenities, not too tall a building so it is overbearing. I got everything I wanted.&nbsp;

JR: What made you decide to buy off-the-plan rather than an existing dwelling?

NB: I found my dream apartment and it wasn&rsquo;t built yet. But it also has the benefit of coming with the First Home Owner Grant, and it also gave me more time to get prepared with my finances and prepare to move. It&rsquo;s nice to be able to plan in advance with a time frame than suddenly having to move your life around.

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JR: How is your experience in Hawthorn Park?&nbsp;

NB: I&#39;m very happy at Hawthorn Park. It&rsquo;s all so beautiful and has turned out to be exactly what I was hoping to get. It honestly feels like living in a resort. And the apartment itself is well built too. I can see a lot of thought has gone into the layout inside the apartment to be functional for everyday life.

JR: Hawthorn Park has an impressive list of onsite amenities - which one is your favourite and&nbsp;why?&nbsp;

NB: It does and I love them all but the sky pool is definitely the most amazing. The views of the city and surrounds are impressive up there.

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JR: How do you find Hawthorn Park community?

NB: Everyone I&rsquo;ve met and talked to so far have all been lovely and wonderful people. I look forward to meeting more of my neighbours.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/expert-insights/buying/rothelowman-discuss-the-design-principles-of-dahua-groups-hawthorn-park-apartment-project">Rothelowman discuss the design principles of Dahua Group&#39;s Hawthorn Park apartment project</a>

Urban spoke to first home buyer Nahrin Butrus about her property buying journey and what she loves about Hawthorn Park.



Why I purchased: Buyers move in to Hawthorn Park apartment development

Enveloping Melbourne&rsquo;s much-loved eastern suburbs, the City of Boroondara boasts a stylish, refined atmosphere perfect for families.

The lovely, leafy region lies only five kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD, making it a popular residential area.

Its become highly competitive over the last decade thanks to its quaint shopping strips, lush parks, period homes and excellent schools.

Urban takes a look at three family homes on the market in the Boroondara LGA now.

1. Hawthorn Park, Hawthorn East 
Address: 33 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East VIC 3123 
Four-bedroom apartments from $1,872,000

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Delivered by the Dahua Group, Hawthorn Park comprises 368 residences spread across seven floors and five buildings.

The development reimagines the norm of apartment living, featuring floor to ceiling windows and large garden balconies providing private vistas of the communal park.

Designed by Rothelowman, the project boasts unparalleled amenities - from Melbourne&#39;s first sky pool, theatre rooms, a stunning sky lounge and approximately 2000 sqm of parkland curated by landscape architect&nbsp;<a href="/news/jack-merlo-sheds-light-on-the-landscape-design-for-hawthorn-park" target="_self">Jack Merlo</a>.&nbsp;

2. Elision, Kew 
Address: 68 Walpole Street, Kew VIC 3101 
Four-bedroom townhomes from $2,520,000

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Elision homes epitomise world-class design with breathtaking luxury, proudly positioned on tree-lined Walpole Street in the heart of Kew.

Each of the 14 luxury townhouses in the collection offers wide open spaces, finely crafted details and simple yet bold forms.

Designed by CHT Architects, the homes feature high ceilings, spacious rooms, neutral tones and ground floor courtyards.

3. 60 Relowe Crescent, Mont Albert 
Address: 60 Relowe Crescent, Mont Albert VIC 3129 
Four-bedroom apartments from $1,540,000

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Situated in Mont Albert, the Relowe Residence delivers homebuyers luxury design in an ideal Melbourne location.

The development is surrounded by opulent sunshine and fantastic landscaping, as well as retail, dining and lifestyle amenities.

The home&rsquo;s layout features oak timber flooring, quality carpet, alfresco entertaining areas and a northerly oriented courtyard, complete with compact lawn areas and low-maintenance landscaped gardens.

The City of Boroondara boasts a stylish, refined atmosphere perfect for families

Top four-bedroom family homes in Melbourne’s Boroondara from $1.54 million

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Excavation works have commenced at the luxury apartment project, Seven|Six|Five Residences, at 765 Toorak Road, Hawthorn East.

The complex will have 54 apartments on its scheduled mid-2022 completion.

Seven|Six|Five Residences offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments along with shared facilities including a rooftop pool, bbq and entertainment area.

Prices range $435,000 to $2,000,000. 

First Urban have been appointed as project managers to deliver the luxury apartment project.

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First Urban Director, Paul Harris, said Seven|Six|Five Residences “is a unique project combining a striking façade, impeccable finishes, well considered layouts and a stand-out location”.

The apartment complex is located close to Tooronga Station, Glenferrie Road, City Link, and a shopping centre across the road.

Seven|Six|Five Residences is also set close to local parklands and sporting grounds.

Designed by the award winning KUD Architects, the complex will have premium finishes with stone and natural wood features delivering rich aesthetics.

The project’s landscape architects are John Patrick Landscapes.

There is secure basement carparking and storage spaces for every apartment. Early purchases of the three bedroom and premium two bedroom apartments will have the opportunity of purchasing an additional car park. 

The marketing advises low body corporate fees. 

 

 
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