A landmark former orphanage site in Surrey Hills could be transformed into a new residential community under plans lodged by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/antipodean-land-developments">Antipodean Land Developments</a> that would deliver 76 apartments and townhouses while restoring some of the suburb's most significant heritage buildings.

The burgeoninng Melbourne-based developer has submitted plans for the 9,158 sqm site at 1 Kent Road and 24 Durham Road, home to the former St Joseph's Home for Destitute Children, a historic institutional complex dating back to the late 19th century. The proposal seeks to adaptively reuse several heritage buildings while introducing two new four-storey residential buildings set within extensive landscaped grounds.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> and Kerstin Thompson Architects, the project has been conceived as a contemporary residential village embedded within a restored heritage precinct. The development team describes the design approach as "The Village in the Garden," with new buildings positioned among mature landscaping by OCULUS and significant heritage structures.

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The proposal would deliver 76 dwellings comprising a mix of apartments and duplex-style residences, significantly increasing housing supply on one of the largest privately held residential landholdings in Surrey Hills. The development includes 127 car spaces, 24 bicycle spaces and more than 1,000 sqm of communal amenity, with the existing chapel building earmarked for conversion into resident facilities.

According to the planning submission, the project centres on the restoration and adaptive reuse of the site's most significant heritage assets, including the original c.1889 St Joseph's building, the chapel designed by architect Augustus Andrew Fritsch, and the historic brick perimeter walls and entry gates. The proposal also incorporates the retention of other contributory buildings including the former infirmary and school building.

Tract Consultants, in the planning report accompanying the application, said the scheme had been shaped through extensive heritage analysis and design development.

"The shared vision for the Site by the project team has culminated in a scheme which successfully breathes life back into a historic site while delivering upon the objectives of Victoria's Housing Statement in a carefully curated and contextually responsive manner."

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The proposal is being assessed under Victoria's Significant Residential Development with Affordable Housing pathway. As part of the application, three per cent of the project's residential development cost would be contributed to the Social Housing Growth Fund. The development would also provide a diverse mix of one, two and three-bedroom residences targeting a broader range of buyers than typically found in Surrey Hills' detached housing market.

Sustainability initiatives include an anticipated 66 per cent BESS score, natural cross-ventilation to 80 per cent of apartments, 28 per cent deep soil landscaping and a canopy cover outcome exceeding local planning requirements. The proposal also sets aside more than 1,083 sqm for communal indoor and outdoor resident amenity spaces.

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Planning documents describe the property as one of the largest underutilised residential sites in Surrey Hills, arguing it presents a rare opportunity to introduce "missing middle" housing in an established inner-eastern suburb while preserving and revitalising a significant heritage precinct.

Antipodean Land Developments has built a reputation for design-focused residential projects across Melbourne, particularly in the medium-density sector. Previous developments include Neighbourhood in Brunswick East, delivered with Breathe Architecture, and Balfe Park Lane, designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects.

They've been very active in site acquisition as they build out their future development pipeline. They recently launched Thornubury House, 45 apartments above a mix of commercial, retail, and food and beverage tenancies, and have plans for a boutique project in Fitzroy and another <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/vic/antipodean-plan-apartments-for-deepdenes-missing-middle-on-whitehorse-road">"missing middle" project</a> on Deepdene's Whitehorse Road.

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First look: Antipodean Land Developments plans heritage-led apartment community in Surrey Hills

Developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/auyin-property-development">Auyin</a> is the latest to turn to the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program in an effort to secure approval for its long-planned, mixed-use project in Elsternwick.

In 2018, Auyin lodged plans with Glen Eira City Council for a 14-storey building, however Council approved a reduced eight-storey scheme. A subsequent VCAT appeal in 2019 upheld the eight-storey height limit.

The project was later amended to nine storeys, but Auyin is now seeking to revive something closer to its original vision. The developer argues that the planning context has evolved significantly over the past decade, particularly within the Elsternwick Activity Centre, where higher-density development has increasingly been encouraged along Glen Huntly Road.

The proposal would transform the 1,239 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/7-12-horne-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">7-15 Horne Street</a>, opposite Elsternwick Railway Station, into a 13-storey residential and retail development designed by CBG Architects, with 40 apartments

The site currently comprises three commercial properties.

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The proposed apartment mix comprises 25 two-bedroom and 15 three-bedroom residences above 200 sqm of retail space at ground level. Residents would have access to a 90 sqm wellness facility, a 351 sqm communal indoor and outdoor terrace on the third level, and extensive landscaped areas throughout the development. A publicly accessible 135 sqm plaza would be created on the north-east corner of the site, providing seating, landscaping, and a new gathering space adjoining Horne Street.

The design adopts a four-storey podium that references the finer-grain character of the surrounding streetscape, with the upper tower recessed behind generous setbacks on all boundaries.

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A key element of the proposal is the reconfiguration and widening of the surrounding laneways. Vehicle access would be retained from Lois Lane, with upgraded pedestrian connections linking Ross Street and Horne Street. The development would provide 58 residential car spaces, two retail car spaces, and 52 bicycle spaces across two basement levels and ground-floor facilities.

Architecturally, the building draws inspiration from the established character of Elsternwick Village. The façade combines dark charcoal brickwork, textured concrete, bronze-toned metal detailing, and extensive planting integrated into podium and tower levels. The design also incorporates a chamfered corner treatment and publicly accessible plaza intended to strengthen pedestrian activity around the station precinct.

Elsternwick's last new development completion was&nbsp;EVA Elsternwick by Pitard late last year. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/milieu-property">Milieu</a> is working away on its nature-led neighbourhood, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elsternwick-gardens-by-milieu-8-gordon-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">Elsternwick Gardens</a>, on Gordon Street, with its first stage expected to complete next year.

First look: Auyin seeks mixed-use apartment project in growing Elsternwick Activity Centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/otium-parkdale-123-125-como-parade-east-parkdale-vic-3195">Otium Parkdale</a>, the 13-residence boutique development by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/huxtable-property">Huxtable Property</a>, has entered its final stages of delivery, with completion expected within the coming month and more than half of the residences sold.

The Como Parade East project is nearing the finish line at a time when opportunities to purchase new apartments in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parkdale-vic-3195">Parkdale</a> remain exceptionally limited. Fewer than 10 per cent of dwellings in the bayside suburb are apartments, making developments like Otium a relatively rare addition to a market traditionally dominated by detached housing.

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The three-level development comprises 13 residences, including ten two-bedroom apartments and three larger three-bedroom homes, all positioned above a secure basement car park.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/almeida-architects">Almeida Architects</a> with a strong connection to its coastal surroundings, Otium combines red brick, exposed concrete and dark metal detailing with integrated landscaping and greenery. Expansive glazing, generous balconies and terraces have been incorporated throughout the design to maximise natural light and reinforce indoor-outdoor living.

Inside, the residences feature engineered European oak flooring, natural and reconstituted stone benchtops, Bosch kitchen appliances, ducted heating and cooling, lift access and secure entry systems. The larger three-bedroom residences on the upper level have been designed with house-like proportions, while the two-bedroom apartments prioritise functionality, flexibility and low-maintenance living.

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The project is now in its final stages, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/labco">Labco</a> completing the remaining landscaping and external finishing works following the completion of the residences' interiors.

Otium's location within the heart of Parkdale continues to underpin its appeal. Residents will be just steps from local cafés, restaurants, shops and the newly elevated Parkdale Station, while the beach is less than a kilometre away.

With the project tracking ahead of schedule, buyers can currently secure a residence with a five per cent deposit and benefit from settlement terms of up to eight months. The advanced stage of construction also provides buyers with the opportunity to walk through the near-complete residences and experience the quality and finishes firsthand ahead of completion.

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Otium Parkdale enters final month before completion as rare apartment opportunity nears sellout

A new boutique apartment development is entering the market in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>, with Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ausdev">Ausdev</a> bringing 33 residences to a well-connected pocket of Brisbane's north.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/parkdrive-apartments-chermside-25-sammells-drive-chermside-qld-4032">Parkdrive Apartments</a>, at 25 Sammells Drive, will comprise a mix of one- and two-bedroom residences positioned within walking distance of Westfield Chermside, The Prince Charles Hospital, and Bradbury Park.

Established in 1989, Ausdev has a long-standing presence across both development and construction, with Parkdrive Apartments representing its latest residential project in Brisbane's northern suburbs.

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The development has been designed around open-plan living and natural light, with residences featuring stone benchtops, timber cabinetry, BOSCH appliances, and private balconies that extend the living areas outdoors.

Kitchens are positioned as the centrepiece of the homes, incorporating natural material palettes and integrated appliances, while bathrooms have been designed with a focus on functionality and understated finishes.

Residents will have access to a communal barbecue and entertaining area on Level 3, providing shared outdoor space within the development. Secure parking and lift access are also incorporated into the building.

The project will deliver a limited collection of 33 apartments, with one-bedroom residences priced from $749,000.

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Beyond the building itself, the location places residents within easy reach of several of Chermside's key amenities. Bradbury Park is around 350 metres away, while Westfield Chermside is approximately 1.3 kilometres from the site. The Prince Charles Hospital is located within 750 metres, and the Chermside Bus Interchange is around 1.5 kilometres away, providing connections across Brisbane.

Parkdrive Apartments adds to the growing residential pipeline in Chermside, a suburb that continues to evolve as a major retail, healthcare, and transport hub for Brisbane's north.

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Ausdev introduces boutique Parkdrive Apartments to Chermside's growing centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/skymark-group">Skymark</a>'s boutique Cronulla development Solis has secured a 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy through Resilience Insurance, providing buyers of the 16-residence building on Ewos Parade with structural and waterproofing protection that extends a decade beyond the building's completion.

Currently under construction and due for completion in late 2027, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/solis-cronulla-8-ewos-parade-cronulla-nsw-2230">Solis</a> is one of a small number of new developments in the Sutherland Shire to carry Resilience LDI coverage, a distinction that carries increasing weight as buyer confidence in the off-the-plan sector continues to be shaped by how developers stand behind their product.

Latent Defects Insurance, which entered the Australian market in 2022 when Resilience Insurance was approved to offer the cover, protects buyers against major structural or waterproofing defects for ten years post-completion. Unlike traditional statutory warranties, it operates as a first-resort policy, if a covered defect arises, the insurer responds directly, without the buyer needing to pursue the builder or developer through a lengthy claims process.

Resilience Insurance CEO Corey Nugent has noted that the product addresses something fundamental to the new apartment market.

"The overarching feedback from prospective buyers in the new development space is that they want more confidence and assurances around the quality of the build," Nugent says.

"Resilience Insurance Latent Defects Insurance not only gives them complete peace of mind for 10 years, but it shows the developer they are buying from is standing by their product."

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For Solis, the Resilience LDI policy adds a meaningful layer of accountability to an already considered project. The development comprises nine two-bedroom and seven three-bedroom residences, including one dual-level three-bedroom apartment, across a five-storey building on Ewos Parade, positioned between Shelly Beach and South Cronulla.

Garden apartments connect directly to private landscaped courtyards, while upper-level homes capture beach views to the east from level four and above.&nbsp;

All 16 residences include at least one balcony or courtyard, and select apartments on the upper floors feature bar areas and secondary flexible living spaces.

Hiba Sander, Managing Director of Skymark, says Solis offers a rare balance, nestled between the quiet beauty of secluded beaches and the lively charm of South Cronulla's esplanade.

"It's a place to choose your pace and live gracefully, seaside'," Sander says.

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The architecture, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ida-design-group">IDA Design Group</a>'s Michael Trinh, draws from the natural erosion patterns of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/cronulla-nsw-2230">Cronulla</a>'s sandstone headlands, translating the organic forms of the coastline into soft curves, pavilion-style massing, and a material palette chosen for longevity in a salt-tinged environment.&nbsp;

Textured natural stone, soft renders, and timber-look battens reference the tones of the surrounding cliffs, while the building has been oriented to maximise natural light and passive ventilation, with primary living spaces facing north and east to capture morning sun and sea breezes.

"At Solis, our aim was to create architecture that feels quietly confident, grounded in natural materials like stone and timber, and elevated by light and landscape," Trinh says.&nbsp;

"The buildings are designed to sit gently within their coastal surrounds, with expansive glazing and abundant greenery creating a seamless dialogue between inside and out."

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Interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hot-black">Hot Black</a> carry the same material language through to every room. Kitchens feature integrated Gaggenau appliances, sculpted stone benchtops, and Lo &amp; Co joinery, while bathrooms feature natural stone, timber, and brushed metal finishes.&nbsp;

Hot Black Founder and Design Director Sophie Safrin describes the intent as one of considered restraint: "At Solis, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to create a timeless coastal retreat, calm, refined, and effortlessly liveable. From natural finishes to seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Solis offers a quiet elegance that's deeply connected to its surroundings.

The landscape, designed by Julian Brady of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/sitedesignstudios">Site Design Studios</a>, treats green space as an integral part of the resident experience rather than an afterthought.&nbsp;

"Gentle curves and layered native plantings mirror the ebb and flow of the ocean," Julian Brady says, "creating a serene connection between architecture and place."&nbsp;

Coco Republic has provided bespoke furniture packages tailored to the project's coastal palette.

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Skymark has an established track record in the Sutherland Shire, with a portfolio spanning Cronulla, Woolooware and Burraneer that includes Isla, Sylva, Bask, Shells, Sula and Mist. Securing LDI on Solis reflects a broader shift in how the developer is positioning its buildings to buyers, at a time when Resilience Insurance expects the policy to become mandatory in New South Wales by 2028.

Sales at Solis are launching soon through Ray White Projects, with an official event scheduled for 11 June. Enquire for more information.

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Microsoft Australia has taken a 10 year lease for its new head office in the $1.2 billion 1 Denison commercial office building.
1 Denison is the tallest tower in North Sydney.
Microsoft’s premises will comprise 10,655 sqm across seven levels from 25 to 31 in the high-rise of the building with floor plates ranging from 1,449 sqm up to 1,563 sqm.
The company will consolidate a number of offices into the new North Sydney location including its current head office at North Ryde.
It will retain its office at 1 Martin Place in Sydney’s CBD.
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North Sydney is fast becoming a destination of choice for companies seeking quick access to the city and high-quality amenity along with access to hotels in the area including 88 Walker Street and Vibe Hotel.”
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Global flexible workspace provider, Compass Offices, has leased an entire floor at Dexus’s 141 Walker Street in North Sydney through Colliers International.
The group signed a long-term lease across 950 square metres commencing Q3 2019. 
“Compass decided to take space in North Sydney due to the location of 141 Walker Street – the existing A Grade building will benefit from increased amenity flowing from the regeneration of the North Sydney office market, including the new Victoria Cross Metro Station currently under construction,” said Dan Walker, Director-In-Charge of Colliers International, North Sydney.  
“Furthermore, North Sydney is seen as a viable and more affordable alternative to the Sydney CBD.”  
Currently, A grade rents in North Sydney are around $800 per sqm. 
Sami Schiavi, Flexible Workplace Specialist at Colliers International said, “Companies such as Compass are responding to increasing demands for flexible workspace, which has experienced a 47% growth rate in Sydney, including the fringe and North Sydney markets, compared to 2018.” 
Andrew Rothstadt, Compass Offices’ Australian Country Manager said, “North Sydney has been a target growth area for us for some time and we are delighted to be bringing Compass Offices to the Lower North Shore.”
Other flexible space providers that have also taken space in North Sydney include WeWork at 50 Miller Street, and Victory Offices at Dexus’s newly developed 100 Mount Street, while another group JustCo is actively looking. 
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Compass Offices lease entire office floor in North Sydney

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Cromwell Property Group has sold its stake in Northpoint Tower to Early Light International, who will acquire a full ownership interest in the building.
Cromwell sold its 50% stake in the North Sydney tower for $300 million.
It had acquired its stake in the building for $139.35 million in December 2013.
The Hong Kong-based Early Light purchased the other 50% stake from Redefine Properties in August 2018.
The 44-level, mixed-use tower was originally constructed in 1977 and underwent a $130 million redevelopment that started in January 2016 and was completed in March 2018.
The lower level of the precinct focuses on convenience retail, while the upper level is dedicated to dining and leisure, inclusive of a rooftop bar.
There is also an eight-storey, 187-room Vibe Hotel.
Cromwell’s Chief Investment Officer, Rob Percy, said its sale of its remaining interest in Northpoint will provide certainty of funding for over $1.0 billion of acquisition opportunities.
“We will continue to recycle capital which, in conjunction with the placement, will allow us to accelerate the execution of our ‘Invest to Manage’ strategy,” Percy said.
“Northpoint Tower is a great example of what we can achieve, identifying and realising value in what was very much an unloved asset.
“We are delighted to have had the opportunity to partner with Early Light and know the asset is in good hands for the future.”
The sale is subject to FIRB approval and is expected to settle in mid-September 2019.
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Cromwell sells stake in Northpoint Tower for $300 million

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GUEST OBSERVATION
It is clear to anyone that following significant rejuvenation, North Sydney CBD is still in a phase of substantial transition, led by the anticipated arrival of the Sydney Metro in 2024. The one thing the area needs to continue to evolve into a desirable, vibrant and well-functioning CBD is exceptional public space and more of it. Done well, these spaces will dramatically improve the vibrancy, safety, amenity, value and appeal of the CBD for all – from residents, visitors and students to workers and investors. 
Over the past six years, North Sydney Council has been working on strengthening the role of the North Sydney CBD as the principle economic engine of the North Shore. Following an audit by the Council of the public domain in 2015 and with funding from the NSW Government in 2018, Stage 1 of the North Sydney CBD Public Domain Strategy (PDS) ‘Place Book’ has been released. The PDS is specifically targeted at realising a more engaging and resilient CBD that offers a greater range of activities and unique public spaces for workers, residents and visitors alike. 
Over the next 20 years, the North Sydney CBD worker population is forecast to grow by more than 30% to over 80,000, with the residential population growing beyond 7,000. This growth will see more than 1,000,000 square metres of floor space by 2036. 
As the commercial and residential populations increase, so must the provision of additional public space.  
The ‘Place Book’ (Stage 1) is the initial ideas phase of the PDS and explores the future potential of public domain in the North Sydney CBD. It focuses on improving quantity, quality, connectivity and the interaction of cars, pedestrians, and cyclists of the public domain. More than 16,000 square metres of new public space has been proposed, in addition to upgrades to almost 21,000 square metres of existing public space. 
Major projects include:
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<li>Creating a new 6,500 square metre public plaza by pedestrianising the section of Miller Street between Pacific Hwy and Berry St that is directly outside the new Victoria Cross Metro Station. This will include a ‘scramble intersection’ allowing four-way crossing and the return of east-west (two-way) traffic on Berry Street between Pacific Highway and Miller Street;</li>
<li>Transforming Miller Street into a ‘Civic Spine’ through a suite of public domain upgrades between St Peters Park (south of Blue Street) and St Leonards Park (adjacent North Sydney Oval);</li>
<li>Creating a new 1,200 square metre Post Office Plaza, which will involve redesigning the intersection of Miller Street and Pacific Highway (removing small and dangerous refuge islands) and incorporating scramble crossing;</li>
<li>Converting the under-utilised deck of the tramway viaduct into a 3,500 square metre public space, similar to Sydney’s ‘Goods Line’ and New York City’s ‘Highline’; and</li>
<li>Upgrading Berry Street with 5,000 square metres of improved footpaths and squares, in addition to a new architecture offering incorporating shops and on street dining.</li>
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Council is also in the final stages of finalising its Ward St Precinct Masterplan, which will seek to create significant commercial floorspace in the precinct, as well as providing significant new public spaces.
Most of these projects are expected to be delivered in the next five years by 2024 to coincide with the opening of the Victoria Cross Metro Station. The tramway viaduct has a 10 year delivery plan. 
We expect the Council’s and proposed upgrades will instill confidence that the changes to North Sydney will continue to contribute the evolution strengthening of the CBD. 
We have seen the transformation of North Sydney translate through the commercial property market in a number of ways, including: 
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<li>Attracting new tenants into North Sydney from the Sydney CBD and surrounding suburban markets such as Chatswood and Macquarie Park. New commercial developments, including 100 Mount Street and 1 Denison Street, have signed tenants such as Nine Entertainment, who was originally based in Artarmon. </li>
<li>Increasing the amenity for existing tenants. North Sydney is already home to a number of global brands, such as Coca Cola, Vodafone, Sony and Genworth, that have, and will continue to, benefit directly from these improvements.</li>
<li>Enhancing capital values for existing land owners. Greater amenity and demand for office space has led to average prime gross face rents have increasing by 3.6% in the year to July 2018. This growth has translated into higher capital values for North Sydney landowners, with $1.26 billion ($10 million plus) of transactions occurring in the same period, according to Knight Frank Research.   </li>
<li>Institutions such as Charter Hall, Investa, Dexus, LGS and Mirvac are taking a real interest in the planning changes occurring in North Sydney and the impact this is having on their properties. </li>
<li>With North Sydney now considered an extension of Sydney CBD, a number of high net worth offshore buyers have purchased in the precinct. For example, the recent sale of 80 Mount Street attracted strong offshore interest due to its ideal location providing opportunities for the owner to integrate ground floor retail refurbishments into existing public spaces. </li>
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The proposed upgrades to the public domain in North Sydney CBD will stimulate future developments and attract new investment, vastly improving the streetscape and benefiting all those that utilise the space. 
Angus Klem is Partner, Head of North Sydney, at Knight Frank. He can be contacted <a href="https://www.knightfrank.com.au/contact/people/angus-klem-aun07179" target="_blank">here</a>.
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How North Sydney's planning changes will affect commercial real estate: Knight Frank

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Yuhu Group Australia has topped out at The Miller, its residential project in the heart of North Sydney.
The construction by Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) has reached its 21-storey construction height.
The Miller remains on target for completion in the second half of this year, Yuhu Group CEO Roy Huang said.
"The Miller gave life to the company’s vision of providing high-quality urban living and investment opportunities in premium assets and prime locations," Huang said.
"Our emphasis on design excellence and build quality has certainly resonated with buyers. 
"The Miller offers incredible access to the thriving North Sydney shopping precinct as well as a range of outstanding schools. 
"It is also in proximity to the waterfront and Sydney CBD just two kilometres away," he said.
The Miller, designed by architects PTW, comprises 169 private residences and 100 services apartments that will be retained by Yuhu Group and managed by Quest. 
The project offers views of Sydney Harbour.
Gregg Armstrong, Project Director of RCC, said the collaborative partnership formed with Yuhu, Savills and the subcontractors, suppliers and consultants has driven a “one team” approach to delivery.
 “This collective effort is making the project an enjoyable journey for everyone as we work towards delivering quality homes for future residents,” Armstrong said.
Project manager Savills has worked closely with Yuhu, RCC and the design team including PTW, NDY, TTW, Oculus and Aurecon to achieve the topping out milestone. 
“Constructed atop immensely strong North Sydney sandstone, The Miller embodies Yuhu Group’s values to improve life and foster growth by bringing a new level of quality and finish to the local area,” said Savills director project management, Justin Ibrahi.
The design will feature a façade with brass colored balcony ribbons of perforated aluminum.
North Sydney remains a highly sought-after, local property market with CoreLogic data showing year-on-year price growth of 5.43% for units/apartments, as well as yield growth in rentals.
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The Miller, North Sydney set for 2019 completion

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North Sydney will be transformed with a $476 million contract awarded to deliver a new Sydney Metro railway station and the landmark building above it.
Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Andrew Constance said it’s another way metro is transforming Sydney.
“The new Victoria Cross metro station will be a landmark in the heart of North Sydney, giving customers more and easier public transport options as part of our plan to improve transport,” Constance said.
The NSW Government has awarded Lendlease the contract to deliver the station component of the new Victoria Cross Station in North Sydney, which will include new retail spaces and improvements to the public domain.
As part of a value capture agreement on Sydney Metro, the NSW Government will receive more than $200 million from Lendlease for the right to develop a 40-storey commercial building above the station’s southern entrance portal, and for the retail spaces delivered as part of the station.
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This is the second integrated station development on the Sydney Metro City &amp; Southwest project. 
“The new integrated station development will help shape North Sydney’s future, adding to the vibrancy of the area,” Constance said.
“New employment and retail opportunities, improved pedestrian connections and high quality outdoor spaces will add to a growing commercial and residential precinct.”
“As the new Victoria Cross Station is largely built underground, the integrated station development can be built at the same time, minimising disruption to the community.”
Work is already underway on the new Victoria Cross Station, with roadheader tunnelling machines working to excavate the new metro station cavern under Miller Street.
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The NSW Government has awarded Lendlease a $476
million contract to deliver a new metro railway station and the building above it.
Victoria Cross Station will be a landmark in the heart of the North Sydney business district – and will include retail spaces and office space across 40 floors as well as improvements to the public domain.
Victoria Cross will be delivered by Lendlease’s Building and Property businesses. Theproject will form part of Lendlease’s growing portfolio of transport hubs in gateway cities that leverage the company’s integrated development and construction capabilities. Lendlease is currently delivering 18 major urbanisation projects in Australia, Asia, Europe and the US.
Detailed planning for the development is expected to be lodged for approval in May 2019.
“Fit-for-purpose transport infrastructure like Sydney Metro will help ensure Sydney retains its spot as Australia’s number one gateway city by creating the connectionsfuture generations will need," CEO of Property, Australia at Lendlease, Kylie Rampa said.
The CEO of Building, Australia at Lendlease, Dale Connor said the new Victoria Cross Station will transform North Sydney by providing increased transport links and new open spaces, employment and retail opportunities.
“Given north west Sydney is expected to grow to twice the size of Canberra, Victoria Cross Station will create a vital link to the Sydney CBD."
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North Sydney set for new Sydney Metro railway, Victoria Station

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After more than two years of construction, 100 Mount Street, North Sydney has reached its highest level, marking a significant milestone. for this landmark building.
100 Mount Street is a 35 Level, new-generation office building spanning 42,100 sqm that has become the tallest commercial tower on the North Sydney skyline.
The development will adopt the latest in smart building technology.
The development is owned by Dexus and Dexus Wholesale Property Fund and is being built by Laing O’Rourke, who are also an anchor tenant. The development has attracted interest multiple businesses, including NBN Co, and is 63% leased ahead of the expected completion in early 2019.
The development is estimated to bring around 4,000 workers to the North Sydney CBD.
Laing O’Rourke’s Australia Hub Managing Director, Cathal O’Rourke, said, “the building adopts a number of sustainability initiatives, including a double skin façade, that will enhance customer comfort and significantly reduce energy consumption.”
Trent Zimmermann MP, Member for North Sydney said, “the construction of this landmark building reinforces Sydney’s global reputation as one of the most dynamic growth cities of the world, providing benefits to the public and the economy, including healthier built environments, energy efficiency and employment drivers.” 
The Member for North Shore, Felicity Wilson MP, also attended the ceremony saying, “100 Mount Street is a symbol of the continued strength of the NSW economy. The Government is investing in critical infrastructure that will provide new connectivity benefits to the workers at 100 Mount Street, with the nearby new Victoria Cross Metro Station making commuting and doing business easier.”
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North Sydney's tallest commercial building has topped out

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An amendment to North Sydney's planning scheme has been initiated in recent days as Legacy Property looks to capitalise upon a site located in a boom development corridor.

253-267 Pacific Highway is subject to a Planning Proposal that would yield a substantial development across a 1,469 square metre corner site. Plans have been drawn up that seek to unlock the well positioned site's potential by way of a new mixed-use development.

Aided by PTW Architects and GM Urban Design and Architecture, Legacy Property hopes to establish a new site-specific height control and FSR control, resulting in a high-density, dual building outcome.

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<figcaption>Pacific Highway perspective. Image: PTW Architects</figcaption></figure>The result sees a conceptual building envelope spanning 67 metres with a smaller mid-rise reaching 22 metres.

Commercial, residential, retail and community uses are envisaged for the development. 89 residential apartments are included, as is 1,667 square metres of office space over four levels; 253-267 Pacific Highway holds a total Gross Floor Area of 10,477 square metres.

Public benefits are outlined and sees the inclusion of affordable rental housing (3 x 1 bedroom apartments and 1 x studio apartment) and the dedication of both office and community floor space for Council use.

349 square metres is expected to be seeded to Council as affordable office space for ‘start-up’ businesses whilst further space at ground level is earmarked for community facilities.

Continuous active edges will be provided to Pacific Highway and West Street. Church Lane as the least active of the site's three frontages will be widened and activated.

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<figcaption>Hero perspective. Image: PTW Architects</figcaption></figure>253-267 Pacific Highway aside, Legacy Property has been an active player in the greater North Sydney development scene in recent years, having had dealing in the North Sydney - Crows Nest - St Leonards urban renewal corridor.

Miller Street in North Sydney, Oxley Street in Crows Nest and St Leonards' 617-621 Pacific Highway have all fallen under the Legacy Property umbrella, although the developer did not see any of the sites through to completion.

Two sites were divested after Legacy Property's successful attempts to create development uplift whilst the Crows Nest land holding was compulsorily acquired during 2016 in order to facilitate the new Crows Nest Metro Station. It too received the green light for 100 apartments over 13 levels prior to its acquisition.
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Legacy Property sees opportunity in North Sydney

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Sky Racing presenter Jaimee Rogers has scored over $1 million for redundant North Sydney apartment, finding a buyer after just one open.
The two bedroom unit was set to go to auction in mid-October, a few hours before she was set to take to the track to report on the TAB Everest, the world's richest race on turf.
Peter Shiplee at The ­Agency secured the quick sale.
Rogers bought the apartment with husband David Oliver for $940,000 in 2015. 
Set on the ground floor of the ­Regency Block, the couple’s courtyard Miller St apartment spans 136 sqm. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The couple, who late last year had their first child, son Hudson, are set to upsize to a 1910 Federation home in nearby Cammeray.
They have paid around $1.7 million for the two bedroom, freestanding home with a courtyard garden.
It’s been updated but ­retained its traditional hallway with decorative archway.
The master suite has stained glass windows and an original fireplace.
Rogers, a former national swimmer who contested the 2000 Sydney Olympic trials, has been at Tabcorp since 2009.
In 2012 comedian Sam Mac’s video parody on Rogers went viral.
It was 2014 she became a mainstay on shows such as Fox Sports’ Matty Johns Show. 
Jaimee is also seen regularly on Sky Racing, hosting magazine shows, including Formline Extra.
 
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Sky Racing's Jaimee Rogers sells North Sydney apartment in a week

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SKY Racing’s popular presenter ­Jaimee Rogers is set for a big day on and off the track in mid-October.
She’ll be hoping to sell her North Sydney apartment, just hours before heading trackside for the TAB Everest, the world’s richest race on turf on October 13.
She’s seeking over $1 million through Peter Shiplee at The ­Agency. The former national swimmer who contested the 2000 Sydney Olympic trials, has been at Tabcorp since 2009.
In 2012 comedian Sam Mac’s video parody on Rogers went viral.
It was 2014 she became a mainstay on shows such as Fox Sports’ Matty Johns Show. 
Jaimee is also seen regularly on Sky Racing, hosting magazine shows, including Formline Extra.
She bought the apartment with husband David Oliver for $940,000 in 2015. 
Set on the ground floor of the ­Regency Block, the couple’s courtyard Miller St apartment spans 136sqm. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The Agency recently sold a one-bedroom in the low-rise block for $1.03 million.
The couple, who late last year had their first child, son Hudson, are set to upsize to a 1910 Federation home in nearby Cammeray.
They have paid around $1.7 million for the two bedroom, freestanding home with a courtyard garden.
It’s been updated but ­retained its traditional hallway with decorative archway.
The master suite has stained glass windows and an original fireplace.
The TAB Everest, an Australian Turf Club weight-for-age thoroughbred horse race run over 1200m, saw Redzel win last year’s inaugural ­running. Everest slot-holder Tabcorp has secured a spot for Newcastle mare In Her Time.
This article was first published in the Sunday Telegraph. 
 
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