Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

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400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

The Gold Coast Planning Committee has supported the preliminary approval for the Benowa Gardens Urban Village project following an extensive community consultation and assessment process.

The proposal will now proceed to a full council vote on June 2.

The application sought approval for a masterplanned urban village on the existing Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre site, combining new housing, retail, dining, health and lifestyle amenities within a walkable, integrated precinct.&nbsp;

The proposed redevelopment includes around 413 apartments integrated above a revitalised mixed-use centre featuring a full-line supermarket of 4,000 sqm, 6,000 sqm of specialty retail and dining space across around 30 retailers, a 7,000 sqm health and wellness precinct, and roughly 9,630 sqm of office and medical suites.&nbsp;

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The broader masterplan also includes very significant traffic and transport improvements, wide pedestrian walkways, upgraded pedestrian and cycle connections, and enhanced public areas designed to create a more connected and walkable community environment.&nbsp;

Centre owner Patrick Lu said the milestone reflected months of detailed planning, technical assessment and ongoing communication with local residents, businesses, schools and stakeholders.

“We appreciate the time, consideration and care Council officers and the Planning Committee have given this proposal throughout the assessment process,” Lu said.

“We also sincerely thank the local community for engaging with us, sharing feedback and participating in the consultation process over many months.

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“We understand projects of this scale bring questions and concerns, which is why we have worked hard to listen carefully, provide information transparently and continue refining elements of the proposal where possible.

“Our vision has always been to create a well-designed, community-focused urban village that responds to the changing needs of the Gold Coast, while delivering improved amenity, housing diversity, healthcare access and local lifestyle benefits.

“This proposal is about creating a genuine live-work-play environment where residents can access everyday services, schools, healthcare, dining, shopping and green space within walking distance, while also supporting local jobs and economic activity.”

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Lu said the proposal had evolved significantly through consultation and technical review, particularly around traffic, pedestrian and student safety and neighbourhood connectivity.&nbsp;

Melissa Griffin, Director at Urbis, said the recommendation recognised the strategic importance of delivering more housing and services within established urban areas already supported by infrastructure.

“This proposal represents the type of thoughtful, integrated growth that planning frameworks across South-East Queensland are encouraging,” Ms Griffin said.

“The project seeks to place housing, retail, healthcare and employment opportunities together in a highly accessible location close to schools, transport and existing services.

“Importantly, the process has involved significant technical assessment and community engagement to ensure local issues and feedback were properly considered throughout the planning pathway.”

$1 billion Benowa Gardens Urban Village heads to council vote following Planning Committee support

Surfers Paradise is officially set for its first new residential development with a 45-storey skybridge connecting the two towers.

John Camilleri’s Celestino Developments has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council to develop its major beachfront precinct across its huge 4,000 sqm oceanfront site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">63–79 Garfield Terrace</a>, just five months after its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-billionaire-winx-breeder-s-bold-two-tower-surfers-paradise-play-with-45th-storey-skybridge">submission in late 2025</a>.

The approved scheme will deliver two towers rising 55 and 48 storeys, connected by a skybridge positioned on level 45 that will house a range of resident-only wellness and entertainment spaces.

In its notice of approval, the Gold Coast City Council said the&nbsp;proposed overall built form has been designed to complement the scale, intensity and protect the adjacent amenity and surrounding streets through the use of varied setbacks, site cover and architectural elements.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/dbi">DBI</a>, the development will comprise 275 apartments across the two towers, including a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, as well as several penthouses. The apartments will sit above a landscaped podium featuring more than 90 metres of beachfront pool frontage, private resident lawns, lounges, and wellness spaces.

DBI said the design draws heavily from the movement and form of the coastal environment, with curving balcony lines and sculpted façades intended to soften the scale of the towers while maximising ocean outlooks and passive shading outcomes.

“The project occupies a rare, uninterrupted oceanfront site and has been shaped by a design philosophy that merges architectural elegance with environmental responsiveness and a carefully curated lifestyle experience,” DBI said in planning documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

The most distinctive element of the approved project is the skybridge linking the two towers at level 45. The elevated communal space is planned to include executive lounges, formal dining areas, wellness facilities, and panoramic ocean-facing outlooks.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI said.

At podium level, residents will have access to a suite of resort-style amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a yoga lawn, gymnasium, plunge pools, and treatment spaces. The beachfront pool has been designed with separate lap, lounge, and children’s areas extending across the width of the site.

The project will also introduce new food and beverage offerings along the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages, contributing additional activation to the beachfront precinct.

First look: Winx billionaire’s beachfront Surfers Paradise apartment development greenlit

Melbourne apartments

A decade on from their award-winning Garden House development adjoining Carlton Gardens, Melbourne apartment developer Piccolo has again teamed up with Woods Bagot and Hecker Guthrie to create A Piccolo House, a boutique apartment project in the heart of Fitzroy.

The 385 Gore Street project, which has just been launched through Three Sixty° Property Group, will comprise just 49 two and three-bedroom apartments. Woods Bagot took cues from Fitzroy's historic Victorian architecture when designing A Piccolo House, with slimline masonry brick and pigmented red oxide concrete on the lower levels contrasting a natural concrete frame for the upper levels.&nbsp;The façade will also display the same signature corbel detailing as the surrounding Victorian terraces.

There are 26 two-bedroom apartments on offer, starting from $1.5 million, and 23 three-bedroom units which range in price from $2.5 million to the $7 million penthouse with 350 sqm of indoor and outdoor living space. Residents will have access to a secret garden within the project, as well as a guest suite, communal dining room, and workshop space.

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Piccolo Managing Director Michael Piccolo said the 2000 sqm site, and its location, was impossible to overlook. He knew it could accomodate a collection of generously-sized apartments, catering for downsizers who wanted to live nearer the city without compromising on space.

“The design was driven by the people that will live in and around 385 Gore Street," Piccolo said.

"We started by thinking about the lifestyle of the people in the area, and what they want out of their home, and then the rest of the design naturally evolved from that point.

“We want 385 Gore Street to enrich the lives of our residents and add value to the neighbourhood of Fitzroy.”

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The property is located in a discreet, picturesque pocket of Fitzroy, on a wide, tree-lined street comprising nineteenth-century red-brick heritage buildings.

Gore Street is within 400 metres of the popular Smith, Johnston and Brunswick streets, and a short distance from tram networks.

Peter Miglis, Principal at Woods Bagot, said within the particualr pocket of Fitzroy the project resides, the traditional converses with the contemporary.

"We see 385 Gore Street as an amalgamation of both elements," Miglis said.

“It’s surrounded by quite an eclectic combination of spaces – industrial buildings, Victorian terrace homes, local cafes and restaurants and stunning tree-lined streets."

A large part of the project is the extensive landscaping by Acre.

Acre Creative Director Brett Robinson said the&nbsp;eclectic combination of plants will bring a remarkable seasonality to the building and link the site beautifully to its context.

“Some plants will lose their leaves and flower periodically, whereas others will remain full- bodied and evergreen; some plants will climb the brickwork, and others will drape from the balconies," Robinson says.

"385 Gore Street will be like a garden – unique, vibrant and full of variety – and each home will be a living thing that exists as part of a broader ecosystem.”

A north-south laneway will split the building into two volumes and provide a secondary connection to Gore Street, and a lobby enveloped on all sides by a secluded ‘secret garden’. Arriving at the building will mimic the experience of stepping into the private garden or courtyard.

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“When entering via the main or guest entrance, residents and visitors will be led up a private pathway and into a courtyard, where they will be greeted by an oasis of greenery," Robinson says.

"This stylised wilderness will emulate the look and feel of a forest, creating a seamless transition between the public and private realms and an immersive arrival experience."

Each apartment features a natural colour palette and robust materials,&nbsp;including oak floorboards, brushed nickel tapware, terrazzo benchtops, hot rolled steel joinery and porcelain mosaic tiles.

Stacey Van Harn, Director at Hecker Guthrie, says the materials and finishes were one of the most interrogated parts of the interior design.

"Throughout the design process, we leant towards honest materiality, selecting organic, high-quality materials like terrazzo, steel and timber that are practical, durable and develop a beautiful natural patina as they age," Van Harn says.

"By incorporating the earthy natural tones of highly tactile materials, we can capture the gritty nature of Fitzroy whilst bringing an element of refinement and finesse that befits a luxury home.”

The kitchens feature&nbsp;top-of-the-range appliances from Gaggenau and Whispair, and a butler’s pantry for extra working space and storage.

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The main living areas include a cosy study nook to accommodate work-from-home arrangements, and the master bedroom features an ensuite with a deep shower and large undermount bathtub.

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“We’ve tried to think beyond just beauty and utility, considering what kind of experiences people want to have in every part of the home," Van Harn added.

"In the bathroom, for example, we have used generous, monolithic sculptural forms and terrazzo flooring, vanities and undermount bathtubs to promote wellness, tranquillity and rejuvenation."

Completion of the project is slated for May 2025.&nbsp;

The family-owned Piccolo has been developing multi-residential projects across Melbourne for the last 50 years. They've previously created multi-res developments Fitzroy House and Elwood House, both of which won a number of awards.

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Piccolo, Woods Bagot, Hecker Guthrie team up again for Fitzroy's A Piccolo House apartment project

Infrastructure and population growth are the two key factors when property investors look at suburbs to invest their money.

Of course there are a number of other drivers, such as rental yield and vacancy rate, but population and its growth forecast somewhat drives those two numbers.

Greensborough, in the City of Banyule in Melbourne's East, falls into a Victorian Government high priority precinct, which is attracting investors to the suburb.

There's expected to be a seven per cent increase in population by 2027 in the City of Banyule, and 12 per cent by 2036. As population grows, housing demand intensifies.

Seeking to take advantage of the forecasted population growth is property developer Citinova, whose Albero apartment development is the only project on the market in the area.

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The 45-apartment development is slated for completion in Spring 2023, and investors are looking at Greensborough's strong vacancy rates, under one per cent in the local area.

Greensborough's median rental price for a two-bedroom apartment is $411, according to SQM Research.

Albero apartments start from $460,000 for the one-bedroom product, and $625,000 for the two-bed apartments.&nbsp;

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Given Greensborough is a Victorian Government high priority precinct, there are a number of government-led infrastructure projects, namely increased transport links.

Work is set to begin on Greensborough's new modern station, which will see services run from the new station every seven minutes. The track will be duplicated between&nbsp;Greensborough and Montmorency and between Diamond Creek and Wattle Glen, to allow more trains to run more often.

Victoria's Big Build worked with local&nbsp;Greensborough residents to talk through the design of the station. They wanted a modern station with natural and earthy tones, as well as native vegetation. There will be 130 solar panels and a rainwater tank as part of the new station building to improve sustainability.

While maintaining a leafy suburb-vibe, Greensborough has a robust local economy. Nearly half of the population earn over $1000 a week and are looking for a home close to work, Citinova suggest.

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The City of Banyule’s economy has consistently grown over the past decade, from a Gross Regional Product (GRP) of $4.7 billion in 2007 to $5.7 billion in 2017.

Greensborough itself is home to a range of businesses and industries, including healthcare, retail, and hospitality, all of which contribute to a strong and stable local economy.&nbsp;

The area has several shopping centres, including Greensborough Plaza, which is home to over 180 specialty stores and major retailers such as Coles and Target.

It's also home to a number of local cafes and restaurants, parks, and recreational facilities such as the Greensborough Football Club and the Greensborough Tennis Club, making it an attractive location for families.

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Seeking to take advantage of the forecasted population growth is property developer Citinova, whose Albero apartment development is the only project on the market in the area

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Why investors are looking for value in Greensborough

St Kilda Road has long held some of Melbourne's most iconic residential buildings, going back to the early 1990s when The Domain sold out off the plan.

Now it's one of the strip's most notable buildings.

St Kilda Rd was previously lined with offices in the 1960s and 1970s, which were built after grand mansions were demolished. The conversion into residential developments started at the northern end of the long street, closer to the city.

The most sought-after spot nowadays is the small pocket directly across the road from Albert Park Lake. That's what developer Sunnyland Investment Development Group (SIDG) banked on back in 2010, when they bought the well-known Clemenger BBDO building.

For over a decade the five-level office block at 474 St Kilda Road has been an investment for SIDG. But timing the imminent departure of the Clemenger team to the refurbished David Jones menswear building in Bourke Street Mall, SIDG has revealed their plan for the 4,645 sqm site.

They've just launched&nbsp;Park Quarter, a striking, flora-laden tower designed by a trio of Melbourne's best architects and designers.

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Sunnyland has been working alongside Colliers Victoria for a number of years, putting together the plans and the sales and marketing strategy. They were almost ready to pull the trigger, before COVID hit. They hit the pause button, and waited for the right time to launch, which they believe is now.

Colliers Director Zoe Powell says Park Quarter offers a rare opportunity in one of Melbourne's best locations.

"There's not been a lot of new development on St Kilda Road in the last few years. There's limited opportunity to buy brand new, certainly in this pocket across the road from Albert Park," Powell says.

"SIDG has brought on a quartet of Melbourne's best design team to create Park Quarter, and the end result is something completely different to what St Kilda Road has seen before."

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Cox Architecture, DKO, Carr and Paul Bangay all collaborated on the design, which was inspired by the nearby Fawkner Park. Park Quarter has a Walk Score of 88 and a Transit Score of 92. The new Metro Tunnel will further improve the Transit Score. The Anzac Station will be located on the&nbsp;St Kilda Road/Swanston Street tram corridor,&nbsp;the busiest tram corridor in the world.

Powell is already fielding enquiry from a wide buyer demographic, particularly from owner-occupiers either trading up or downsizing.

The timing of the launch has coincided with the current supply issues in Melbourne, which, in turn, is having a material impact on the rental market.

"The supply issues and rental crisis means you have two more prominent buyer camps on top of what we usually see," Powell says.

"You have investors who are eyeing stronger rental returns than they've probably ever seen, and you've got first home buyers and local renters who are speeding up their saving and purchasing timelines as they don't want to rent anymore.

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"There are a lot of renters who live locally and will be looking at Park Quarter as their first home."

Park Quarter apartments start at $495,000 for the one-bedroom apartments, which start from a generous 66 sqm. Two-bed apartments start from $985,000 and three-bedrooms from $1,677,000.

There are 244 apartments on offer in total, which are located from levels six up to level 16. Levels 17 and 18 will home four exclusive penthouses, each with their own private rooftop terrace with a pool and spa.

The apartments will sit atop a Marriott Executive Apartment, one of the first in Australia.

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Residents of Park Quarter can have access to all of the hotel amenity through a club membership subscription, but they'll also have their own amenity. They will have everything from a 24/7 concierge, a pool, gym, and co-working spaces, to a theatre room and a golf simulator, plus pet wash room, mud room equipped with high pressure wash machine, and smart parcel lockers.

Residents of Park Quarter will have access to all of the hotel amenity, but they'll also have their own amenity. They will have everything from a pool, gym, and co-working spaces, to a theatre room and a golf simulator.&nbsp;

Powell says the fact SIDG have had the site for so long is a huge tick for the project.

"SIDG bought the site when we were living in a different world," Powell says.

"The site doesn't owe them anything, so they can have a very different approach to other developers. We have a string of developers who are ready to purchase sites for their next projects, but it's a tricky time to get everything aligned, from the cost of the land to construction timelines and&nbsp;

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Park Quarter launches on Melbourne's sought-after St Kilda Rd precinct

If you're looking for a suburb that offers the perfect balance of natural beauty and urban convenience, then Alphington should be at the top of your list. The Melbourne suburb, located just seven kilometres northeast of the city's CBD, has become a hot spot for families due to its exceptional transport links, educational opportunities and outdoor pursuits.

With a population of over 5,000, Alphington offers an ideal combination of urban convenience and natural beauty that ticks all the boxes when it comes to raising a family.

Tucked away in the leafy suburb is HOME, the 324-apartment project, bound by Heidelberg Road to the north, Darebin Creek and the Yarra River to the south and south-east, while Merri Creek sits to the west of the site.

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The development offers a range of two and three-bedroom apartments, which capitalise on the community's proximity to all things convenient and sought after by families and children alike.&nbsp;

Education is a strong suit of Alphington, with some of Melbourne's most prestigious educational institutions located within a 10-minute drive from HOME. From primary to tertiary, there are plenty of options to choose from, including Alphington Grammar School, which offers co-educational learning for students from pre-school to year 12, in addition to several primary schools in the area, including St Anthony's Primary School and Alphington Primary School.&nbsp;

For families with younger children, Alphington also offers a range of childcare and early learning centres as well.&nbsp;

Additionally, major retail hubs are also located within close proximity, making shopping and entertainment easy and convenient, with&nbsp;Highpoint Shopping Centre and Northland Shopping Centre nearby, along with several boutique stores and independent retailers along&nbsp;Station Street and Heidelberg Road.

Aside from education, Alphington boasts of an abundance of green spaces and recreational facilities, making it an ideal location for families who enjoy outdoor activities.

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From bushland and parks to open spaces and river trails, the suburb has it all. Darebin Parklands, Yarra Bend, and Alphington Park are just a few of the natural gems waiting to be explored. For sports enthusiasts, there are plenty of options too, including the Alphington Bowls Club, Alphington Netball Club, Yarra Bend Golf Course, and Latrobe Golf Club.

Alphington's transport links are another major drawcard. With exceptional train and bus connections within easy walking distance, getting around is a breeze. The recently upgraded Hurstbridge line runs regular services to the CBD, while several bus routes make travelling by public transport even more convenient.

For those who prefer to drive, major employment, health and tertiary precincts are nearby and easily accessible via the recently expanded Chandler Highway.

For cyclists, Alphington offers an extensive network of bike trails that skirt the Yarra River on the Darebin Trail, taking riders on picturesque routes all the way to the city.

Catering to small families or growing families, the spacious two-bedroom apartments span from&nbsp;81 sqm, offering two-bathrooms and one car space, while the three-bedders cover from 142 sqm, with two-bathrooms and two car spaces.&nbsp;

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With style and function the guiding principles in the design of the HOME apartments,&nbsp;each feature timeless oak timber for all the flooring and cabinetry, which connect to open plan living spaces, opening up the homes to the whole family.

Generous storage keeps the apartments uncluttered, while stone benchtops, open shelving and European appliances make the kitchens the heart of the homes and a place for the whole family to enjoy.&nbsp;

The building itself is also home to its own park, located on level four of the development, with over&nbsp;3035 sqm of open space.&nbsp;Here residents will find a communal garden with plenty of seating, along with a barbecue area, a kid's play zone and a dedicated dog run.

There's also a rooftop cinema, as well as a Star Garden and lounge, and a glass-edged pool, which takes in expansive vistas to the city skyline and surroudning suburbs.&nbsp;

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Why HOME is ticking all the boxes for families and kids 

In the heart of Ivanhoe, a sought-after pocket of Melbourne, lies a residential development that has been designed to provide residents with an unparalleled living experience.

Developed by KM Develop, Rose St. Quarter has been designed by award-winning architects Ewert Leaf, delivering a collection of generously proportioned one, two and three-bedroom residences that offer all the benefits of a premium, hillside corner location, many with unobstructed views to the city and surrounds, and easy accessibility to nearby amenity including Ivanhoe Village and Darebin Station.

But what also sets Rose St. Quarter apart from other residential developments in the area is its array of amenities that are designed to simplify each residents life and give more time for the things that are enjoyed.

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<h2>EV Charging</h2>

For those who own electric vehicles, charging them can be a hassle. But not at Rose St. Quarter.

The development offers an option for individual power outlets to all resident car parking spaces, making charging electric vehicle as easy as plugging it in.

<h2>Integrated Parcel Delivery</h2>

With the rise of online shopping, parcel delivery has become an essential part of our lives. But worrying about missing a delivery or having to wait in line at the post office can be a real inconvenience.

At Rose St. Quarter, residents can enjoy the convenience of contactless, secure, integrated parcel delivery at any time of the day, thanks to the convenient parcel lockers in the lobby.

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<h2>Car Wash</h2>

No one enjoys spending their weekends washing their car.

Rose St. Quarter mitigates the hassle, allowing residents to save time and money with the convenience of an onsite car wash in the basement.&nbsp;

<h2>Dog Wash Bay</h2>

Furry friends haven't been forgotten at Rose St. Quarter either, with an integrated dog wash bay implemented in the design.

The on-site bay gives residents the opportunity to enjoy the local parks and gardens with their pets, without having to track the outside into their apartments.

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<h2>Security</h2>

Feeling safe and secure is essential for any resident.

At Rose St. Quarter, residents will feel safe and secure with card access to the building, remote control access to the car park, audio and video intercom, and CCTV security throughout.

<h2>A Tranquil Sanctuary</h2>

With the hustle and bustle of city living, having a space where you can unwind and relax is crucial.

Rose St. Quarter adopts a clever stepped back design, double glazing, and strategic planting, which ensures that residents can enjoy a restful space away from the outside world, while always being connected with nature.&nbsp;

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The amenity on offer at the Ivanhoe apartments, Rose St. Quarter 

Horse racing enthusiasts are in for a treat with the launch of the hotly-anticipated Trackside House, located within the $2 billion redevelopment of Moonee Valley Racecourse.

Approximately 86 residences are set to overlook the future finishing straight of the iconic Moonee Valley Racecourse in Trackside House - the only residential building that will achieve this outlook - with future stages within the 40-hectare precinct set to provide aspects of other parts of the 139-year-old racecourse.

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202 residences will be delivered within the 11-storey building, with grand three and four-bedroom residences, commanding prices from $3.6 million through to the $5 million penthouse, while more affordable one-bedroom options start from $565,000.&nbsp;

Moonee Valley Park is a joint venture between developer, Hamton and leading industry superannuation fund Hostplus, in partnership with Moonee Valley Racing Club. Designed by Rothelowman with interior design by Carr, Trackside House will boast unparalleled views of Moonee Valley Racecourse and the city skyline, alongside premium resident amenities.&nbsp;

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The House Residences will offer a unique blend of convenience, security, and comfort, providing residents with the best of apartment living. These residences boast views across Moonee Valley Park’s thriving gardens, with select residences enjoying views across the racecourse and city skyline.&nbsp;

The premium Grand Residences will offer spacious interiors that exude style and sophistication, with the homes featuring Miele appliances and finishes that elevate everyday living.&nbsp;

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The residences&nbsp;maintain the precinct’s strong connection to nature and biophilic design, fostering a unique urban sanctuary surrounded by greenery.

Trackside House residents will enjoy a variety of hotel-inspired amenities that extend the home living experience, with a concierge, a wellness sanctuary, gym, sauna, and a rooftop infinity pool and entertainment area, offering panoramic views of the track and city skyline as part of the plans.&nbsp;

Part of the larger Moonee Valley Park redevelopment project, Trackside House is a significant addition to the $2 billion revamp of the iconic sporting precinct.

Marking the fourth stage within the redevelopment, Trackside House will have the future benefit of the precinct's diverse range of eateries and retailers, 20 hectares of open space and gardens, and a range of other amenities, including playgrounds, sporting fields, running and walking tracks. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Designed by Rothelowman with interior design by Carr, Trackside House will encompass 202 apartments and boast unparalleled views of Moonee Valley Racecourse and the city skyline

Trackside House: First trackside apartments launch at $2 billion Moonee Valley Racecourse redevelopment

Buyer incentives aren't new.

They generally come in the shape of stamp duty savings, smaller deposits, or maybe free strata levies for a short period.

Marcopolo Property however are taking incentives to the next level at their recently launched Casa Tranquila apartments in Hampton East.

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To celebrate the launch the group are giving buyers the opportunity to win big with their $100k prize draw, where one purchaser has a one in 40 chance to drive away in a brand new Mercedes Benz A-Class.&nbsp;

Every buyer is guaranteed to walk away with a prize, with everything from&nbsp;holiday vouchers to top of the range TV's on offer for new buyers.

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The project at 15-19 King Street will comprise one, two and three-bedroom apartments, designed by Chandler Architecture. Prices start from $430,000.

Casa Tranquila's most striking feature is its sculptural facade, which catches the light with white and monochrome textures, contrasted by timber-look cladding, vertical glazing, and deep, generous balconies and terraces.

The well-proportioned apartments deliver bright, open living spaces that create an abundance of natural light.

Residents are welcomed to Casa Tranquila through a landscaped ground plane, a classic hotel-style lobby with a concierge service, and a cocktail lounge and central garden.

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One unique feature of Casa Tranquila is the shared car parking facility, allowing resident's to rent a car on-site from an hour or two to a full day.

This feature provides added flexibility and convenience for residents who may not have access to their own vehicle. Additionally, Casa Tranquila is located close to verdant parklands and a medical centre, providing residents with easy access to healthcare and outdoor recreational activities.

Situated in a prime location, just 300 metres from Moorabbin Station, convenience and accessibility are prime features of the development.

It's just a six minute drive or one train stop to Southland Shopping Centre.

Chad Arbid Projects are marketing Casa Tranquila.

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Every buyer is guaranteed to walk away with a prize, with everything from holiday vouchers to top of the range TV's on offer for new buyers

Mercedes Benz A Class on offer at newly launched Hampton East apartments, Casa Tranquila

Melbourne developer Hygge Property has unveiled plans for a new residential and commercial precinct in Bakery Hill, an inner-city suburb in Ballarat.

The precinct-style development, which would be one of the first of its kind in the area, has been submitted for approval to the City of Ballarat.

The proposed development, located at 102-108 Humffray St South, would include an eight-storey residential building comprising 74 apartments, a separate office building, and a public walkway or plaza between them.

Both buildings will have concrete facades, with the residential building potentially housing a cafe. The plaza is set to feature gardens, seating, and bookable barbecues.

Six Degrees Architects&nbsp;has designed the proposed plans, with the irregular-shaped site covering around 4,200 sqm, and the home to timber merchant&nbsp;Robert Sim Building Supplies, a business owned by the Phelps family since 1972.

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According to documents submitted to the council, the area has undergone substantial change over the past few decades and is now at the beginning of a renewal process.

The proposed development is intended to consolidate at-grade carparks and big box stores into a more sophisticated urban realm that is more appropriate for its proximity to Ballarat city centre.

“While there are locations in Ballarat which are more architecturally and chronologically homogenous, the 102-108 Humffray Street site is located in an area that has undergone substantial change over past decades,” documents submitted to the council said.

“The area is now at the beginning of a renewal process that will see the consolidation of at-grade carparks and big box stores into a more sophisticated urban realm, more appropriate to its proximity to Ballarat city centre.

“The challenge at this site is how to respond architecturally to the important place the site occupies as one of the first of the higher density developments that will make up this renewal process.”

The heritage brick chimney visible along Porter St will remain in place, while care will be taken to ensure that the scale of the development does not result in a "single unarticulated object".

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Render of the proposed Bakery Hill development.&nbsp;

The new residential building in the forthcoming development promises to be a standout feature with its highly articulated mass divided into smaller forms to reduce the urban scale of the development.

The building's facade will feature balconies and changes in material, and planters will be placed on Juliet balcony windows to add diversity and intrigue.

The architects have chosen to steer away from the glass box typology, instead opting for a wall and fenestration approach that references the heritage brick facades of neighbouring buildings.

The history of the site will be celebrated, with the existing smokestack integrated into the building's design to become a "marker in an active and landscaped ground plane."

The building will feature impressive sustainability credentials, with a minimum 7-star NatHERS thermal performance rating targeted for the apartments, a 5-star Greenstar rating and a 5-star NABERS rating for the commercial building. In addition, zero fossil fuels will be used in the operation of the building.

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Ballarat former timber yard set for residential redevelopment 

While industry takes on a different meaning now than in the 1900s, the landscape of Brunswick has remained true to its industrial heritage.

It's necessary for developers to consider the local context when putting together plans for new buildings and that's what local developers SQ Property has achieved with their latest project, Archer.

Following on from their success at 8 Lygon Street Brunswick East, SQ are again delivering a successful design response via their engagement of award-winning SJB Architects for initial design and conceptual work as well as Metaxas Architects for detailed documentation.

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This collaboration along with the engagement of local interior design studio Bergman &amp; Co has ensured a timeless development outcome that fits within its context and pays tribute to its irreplaceable heritage. 
 
Just 58 apartments are on offer in Archer Brunswick, a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments. The apartments will sit above a thriving dining precinct on the street level.

A number of the apartments will feature unobstructed views to the city, with arched windows framing unique sight lines that extend all the way to Melbourne's skyline.

Each apartment is appointed with top-of-the-line finishes, fixtures, and fittings that exude sophistication and practicality, with European appliances, custom-crafted handles and gunmetal accents featured in the kitchens, while the living areas and hallways are adorned with wide Saddle or Ash floorboards.

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The spacious and light-filled bedrooms feature wool carpets, with the bathrooms including textured wood laminate vanities, sleek feature lighting, architectural tapware, back to wall toilets and fluted shower screens. &nbsp;

Archer Brunswick will also offer a range of modest communal spaces, providing residents with the chance to interact and socialise with one another and their visitors. The areas will feature barbecue facilities, seating areas and landscaped gardens.

Located in one of Melbourne's most charismatic suburbs at the junction of Parkville and Carlton North, Archer is perfectly positioned to offer residents the best of both worlds.

In just minutes residents will be able to access the CBD, while still revelling in the charm of Brunswick which maintains a vibrant suburban charm, filled with retailers, restaurants, cafes and bars.

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Realco is handling the marketing and sales of the apartments, which range in price from $480,000 for a one-bedder through to $1.3 million for a three-bedroom apartment.

Construction is well underway, with completion slated for September 2023.

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Archer Brunswick: Abstract curvature and geometric architecture redefine Brunswick's apartment living 

A new townhouse development has just launched to the market in one of Melbourne's most sought after addresses.

Sitting squarely in Sandringham’s coveted blue chip postcode, Early 3191 is the work of development group, DM Property, led by&nbsp;Brendan Mullan and David Dordevic who have a combined 20 years of experience developing across Melbourne, Queensland and London.&nbsp;

Located at 3-11 George Street, renowned architecture group Rothelowman has designed the collection of 35 townhouses, with a mix of three and four-bedroom floorplans on offer across three levels.

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The townhouses boast a timeless facade that offer striking contrast with textured materials, with materials and finishes selected to not only stand out amongst the crowd, but to also carry a sense of longevity and luxury.&nbsp;

A considered palette of warm timbers, textural natural stone, paired with refined detailing creates a sense of lightness, and sanctuary in each of the homes, with the interiors of Early 3191 crafted by award-winning designer, Adele Bates.

The townhouses have been designed to make the most of natural light, with large windows and open living spaces that invite the outside in, with warm timber inviting the outside in.&nbsp;

The three-bedroom townhouses feature two bathrooms and two car spaces, while the four-bedders include three bathrooms, along with two car spaces.&nbsp;

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The kitchens are fitted with CDK Marble benchtops, as well as SMEG and Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances and an island, with the space flowing into the living and dining areas. They then open to generously sized terraces, designed to cater for the warmer months in Melbourne where residents can opt for alfresco dining.&nbsp;

A&nbsp;shared mews runs through the entirety of Early 3191, creating a welcoming and open passage for residents to bask in, while also providing a peaceful sanctuary to relax and unwind in.&nbsp;

Early 3191 is still in the pre-construction phase, so prospective buyers are still able to save significantly on stamp duty costs, with construction slated for completion by late 2024.&nbsp;

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Located at 3-11 George Street, renowned architecture group Rothelowman has designed the collection of 35 townhouses, with a mix of three and four-bedroom floorplans on offer across three levels.

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