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

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

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

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

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

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

Local Little Bay residents, along with buyers from premium postcodes across Sydney’s affluent Eastern Suburbs, have dominated purchases in developer-builder Urban Property Group’s first Eastern Suburbs apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a>.

The $250 million coastal project, one of the first new developments in the area in several years, has proven particularly popular with downsizers, especially those from Coogee and Bondi. One Double Bay downsizer paid $4.7 million for a four-bedroom penthouse, setting a new local apartment price record in the process.

Buyers have been attracted to the combination of coastal tranquillity, premium design and amenity-rich neighbourhood living. The walkable village setting, along with proximity to three of Sydney’s leading golf courses, New South Wales Golf Club, St Michael’s Golf Club and The Coast Golf Club, has also been a key drawcard.

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Built across two low-rise buildings designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd">Hill Thalis</a> and set along a lush, landscaped green spine, designed by leading landscape architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia</a>, ESTE Little Bay offers a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences with interiors by Richards Stanisich.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> Sales Director, Tom McIvor said the response to ESTE has been "nothing short of extraordinary."

“Buyers have been quick to recognise ESTE as a rare opportunity to invest in a coastal sanctuary that offers both seclusion and connectivity to the heart of Sydney,” McIvor said.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">SRM Residential</a> Senior Director, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">Clayton Ross</a> said the local market has responded incredibly well, driven by ESTE’s exceptional location and the rarity it offers.

“We’ve seen strong interest from a variety of buyer groups, all of whom are drawn to the exclusivity and quality of the build and construction by the 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder / developer, Urban Property Group. There’s truly nothing else like it along Sydney’s coastline.”

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The project also includes robust buyer protections, including Resilience Insurance’s Latent Defects Insurance, providing 10 years of structural cover, and an independent iCIRT-rating of the developer.

“The iCIRT-rating adds another layer of confidence,” Ross added. “Buyers see it as a safeguard for their investment and their lifestyle.” A highlight of ESTE’s offering is its exclusive wellness amenities, including a heated rooftop infinity pool and outdoor heated spa, a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre, and a sauna.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a> is topped out and is on track to complete towards the end of 2026, with residents moving in before Christmas.

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There were no foreign buyers when Starryland launched the final stage of it's residential development, Promenade Parramatta.
More than 70 apartments sold within the first two hours of the final launch of its 700-unit project. 
Simon Hollows at CBRE said the majority of buyers were owner occupiers and first home buyers 
"The most popular apartments were three bedrooms with all three bedders sold out on the day. 
"There were no offshore buyers in this final stage, all buyers were local," he advised
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Starryland sells Promenade Parramatta to local buyers

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Parramatta council has released an updated concept design for its $2 billion revamp of Parramatta Square CBD, which it says are based on feedback from residents and stakeholders. 
The new plans, now on public display, include an interactive ‘digital carpet’, grassed terraces, smart shading structures, a grove of historic Cabbage Tree Palms, and billabong- like water features. 
That feedback and further design ideas have helped shape the Enhanced Concept Design that is now available for public comment. The first draft was released in October 2015. 
The concept design was created by 42 – a design team including award-winning firms James Mather Delaney Design (JMD), Taylor Cullity Lethlean (TCL), Tonkin Zulaikha Greer (TZG) and Gehl Architects, Denmark. 
“In the 12 months since releasing the Draft Concept Design, Council has had much more information to incorporate, including community feedback and key milestones in Parramatta Square making it possible to provide a more meaningful approach that took all buildings in the space into account,” City of Parramatta Council administrator Amanda Chadwick said. 
“The community have told us they want flexible places to meet and relax, the provision of public art, and spaces for entertainment and events.”
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Chadwick said the council has finalised international design competitions for five buildings on Parramatta Square and also adopted a Technology Masterplan for the precinct.
The forecast $36.5 million budget for the public domain will be funded by the development of Parramatta Square, at no cost to ratepayers.
Residents can view the Parramatta Square Public Domain Enhanced Concept Design at the City of Parramatta Council Library, branch libraries and at the Customer Service Desk at 126 Church Street, Parramatta. 
A Parramatta Square community event will be held at Parramatta Town Hall on Friday, 7 October from 10 am to 2 pm, where the Parramatta Square Public Domain Enhanced Concept Design will be available for viewing. It can also be viewed at council libraries or online at <a href="https://www.parracity.nsw.gov.au" target="_blank">www.parracity.nsw.gov.au</a>.
 
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Local council lays out new design for $2 billion Parramatta Square revamp

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The latest office market briefing for Parramatta from Savills notes the market will see an increase in supply over the medium-term as various office buildings currently being constructed are completed.
According to the report, Savills is currently tracking approximately 220,000 square metres of commercial development within the Parramatta market, especially Parramatta square.
"Rousing commercial development activity is Parramatta Square; a three-hectare precinct right in the heart of Parramatta’s CBD. Parramatta Square can transform the city with a new civic heart. The project is expected to add approximately 171,000 square metres of prime office space across four buildings which will house up to 13,000 jobs upon completion," it said.
"The first building to be delivered within the Parramatta Square development, is One Parramatta Square (1PSQ), currently under construction and reaching its highest point in June 2016. 
"1PSQ comprises 26,500 square metres of commercial A Grade space, over 14 levels with ground floor retail. The commercial component has been fully pre-committed by Western Sydney University, to accommodate their new multi-level campus. 
"The asset is held in two separate Charter Hall managed funds, Core Plus Office Fund (CPOF) and Direct Office Fund (DOF). Completion is expected in the last quarter of 2016."
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Even more apartments are planned for Parramatta, but the battle between developers has now morphed into which project has the best sky-high cocktail bar.
A 54 storey residential-hotel high-rise at Parramatta will be sold off the plan next month.
As Sydney's second CBD sees dramatic changes to its skyline, Coronation Property had Woods Bagot design the 8 Phillip Street tower to include a rooftop bar, subject to final approvals.
The five star hotel with rooftop bar will sit above 35 levels of apartments that sit above the existing heritage St Andrew's Church and St Andrew's Hall.
"We are deeply committed to delivering world-class architecture and creating a home that all the local community loves," said Coronation Property managing director Joe Nahas.
"Wood Bagot’s design for ‘8 Phillip St’ will set the benchmark for mixed-use apartment projects not only in Parramatta, but internationally."
"Australia is very fortunate to have some of the world’s best architectural creatives who understand our local culture and bring international expertise to the project.”
There's already another Sky Bar bar planned for Parramatta atop V by Crown (pictured above), the nearby $309 million mixed residential-hotel development which is nearing completion.
The sky bar will open next February.
Designed by Sydney-based Allen Jack + Cottier and Koichi Takada Architects, the V by Crown bar will offer views of the Blue Mountains, Sydney CBD and back to the Sydney harbour.
The internal bar area with direct lift access spreads across 275 sqm of internal space and a 90 sqm outdoor terrace, Crown Group director of sales, Roy Marcellus said.
“There is a huge demand for bars like this in Parramatta; offering luxury style in a relaxed atmosphere," he said.
Developed by Iwan Sunito and Paul Sathio, the 590 luxury apartment block has studios for sale from $550,000, one bedrooms from $729,000, two bedrooms from $920,000, and a three bedroom apartment for sale at $1.2 million.
On the planning horizon, the veteran Lang Walker is developing Aspire tower, a 90-storey block which will need development approval by the aviation authority due to its height.
Bates Smart has been selected to design the $700 million tower which will be Sydney's tallest if completed to plan.
The Parramatta River is also changing face, as the $550 million development, The Promenade is launching its third and final stage of apartments.
Construction has already commenced with completion expected in early 2018. 
A CommBank Property Insights report calculated 1500 unit completions in Parramatta in 2017.
Parramatta and its surrounding suburbs are expected to accommodate 60-70 percent of Sydney’s growth over the next 25 years.
When he was the Lord Mayor of Parramatta Cr Paul Garrard said the development taking place in Parramatta totals $12 billion worth of projects in the pipeline.
"It’s very exciting to see large projects such as this nearing completion and offering new housing to Parramatta’s ever increasing workforce and population.”   
Parramatta’s population is forecast to grow 24 per cent by 2036, from a total of 190,495 to 236,864.  
Estate agent John McGrath recently described Parramatta's property market as on 'serious turbocharge'.
He indicated one of the reasons was the activation of the river which had "for many years been a forgotten waterway."
It's not just the skyline thats been changed but also the street scape, Neil Perry being the latest chef to head out west and join the likes of Jamie Oliver in opening up eateries.
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Sky-high cocktail bars aplenty in Parramatta

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The Urban Taskforce have backed a working group who are set to explore solar access issues for the centre of Parramatta.
The Urban Taskforce have said their impact on future development demonstrates positive support by all levels of government for private investment and is good news for Parramatta.
Chris Johnson, Urban Taskforce CEO said that a recent ruling by the Greater Sydney Commission that flagged a change to a council rule for solar access has had a major impact on a significant number of private sector development proposals.
“At a meeting called this week by the Department of Planning and the Greater Sydney Commission attended by senior staff from the Council of the City of Parramatta together with representatives of the property industry and the owners of three of the affected sites, it was agreed to establish a Working Group to actively explore options that may more effectively support development whilst respecting the amenity of the public domain.”
“The Urban Taskforce attended the constructive meeting and made it clear that we support the vision of both the State Government and Parramatta Council for the growth of Parramatta and its role as a dual CBD with the City of Sydney."
Johnson said however the Urban Taskforce did point out a number of areas where planning rules in Parramatta appeared to be more restrictive than those in the Sydney CBD.
“The Urban Taskforce is also concerned that the planning rules seem to have changed since a number of the planning proposals were lodged in conformance with the previous rules.”
“The Urban Taskforce looks forward to actively participating in the Working Group as it seeks to expeditiously achieve a workable and equitable outcome acceptable to all key stakeholders.” 
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Andrew Eagleston, the Parramatta memorabilia businessman who heads one of the membership groups keen to oust the Parramatta Eels board, has relisted his luxury Bella Vista property.
It comes with $2.5 million to $2.7 million hopes having been completed in 2014 with a Balinese influence.
It is on a 700 sqm block located in the tightly held Bella Vista Waters precinct that cost $235,000 in 2003.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-bella+vista-122959830" target="_blank">Jonathon Lee of Louis Carr Castle Hill</a> has the listing of the five bedroom, five bathroom home. It comes with home theatre and full length bar. The swimming pool comes with outdoor terrace with a custom built BeefEater Barbecue and bar fridge.
The home failed to sell at October auction last year.
Eagleston's passion for the NRL club is apparent on its walls with two Parramatta jerseys hanging proudly in the home office and the theatre room.
There's also a bat used by former Aussie cricket captain Michael Clarke.
Eagleston is the director of Pro Sports Memorabilia, one of Australia's leading sporting memorabilia and sports merchandising companies.
With the Parramatta Eels board in disarray following the salary cap controversy, Eagleston emerged in May to take down the so-called 'gang of five'. He has the backing of former Macquarie Bank boss Bill Moss.
This article was first published in the Saturday Daily Telegraph.
 
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Bella Vista offering from Parramatta memorabilia businessman

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Marprop Real Estate Partners has acquired an office tower in Sydney’s Parramatta for a little more than $42 million as it looks to re-enter the commercial market in the western suburb.
The property, which settled this week, was acquired from a private vendor. At the purchase price of $4,282 per square metre, it reflects a fully leased yield of 9.6 percent. 
The 126 Church Street building has a net lettable office area of about 9,800 square metres over 12 levels of office space plus ground floor retail and basement parking. 
Marprop sold its 93 George Street, Parramatta asset for $38 million in December 2015. 
Marprop CEO, James Marshall, said, “This transaction fits Marprop’s value-add investment criteria. It has excellent repositioning potential to apply the active management skills for which our company is known and we look forward to engaging with existing and prospective tenants as we reposition the asset.” 
The building is located opposite Westfield’s super regional shopping centre and adjacent to Parramatta’s transport hub. According to Marshall, Parramatta is currently one of the strongest performing CBD office markets in Australia. 
“Parramatta is expected to continue to benefit from strong tenant demand and the current major infrastructure investment which includes the new light rail and Parramatta Square,” he added. 
John McCann of Colliers International brokered the deal. 
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A booming population growth and an increasing development pipeline is pushing the commercial centre of Parramatta close to capacity.
CBRE Western Sydney agent Thomas Mosca said Liverpool was positioned to become the future capital of Sydney’s south-west amid a spate of new projects in the area, sustained population growth and low unemployment levels. 
“The current rate of growth in Sydney’s south-west is unsustainable," he said.
"We’re already seeing Parramatta experiencing extremely tight vacancy levels in the A-grade market, while future development potential enabling business growth looks limited." 
Mosca said Liverpool was on the cusp of a major transformation, with the next decade expected to see it accompany Parramatta as one of Sydney’s largest CBDs. 
“Currently, approximately 75% of Liverpool’s residents leave the area for work each day, which demonstrates the importance of cementing it as the commercial centre of Sydney’s south-west."
“While offering a plethora of opportunity, Liverpool is currently vastly underserviced. Liverpool needs more jobs for its residents – more commitment from government and large organisations.” 
He said that Liverpool offers a large development pipeline, healthy employment prospects and excellent transport connectivity and have an established and growing population.
Development is already underway across the Liverpool area, with a current supply pipeline of 16,000sqm for 2016, including several commitments from universities, local government and multi-national organisations. 
One of the newest developments underway is the Brydens law building at 100 Macquarie Street – and in immediate proximity to the Westfield shopping centre. 
The property, which is currently under construction, is already 100% committed, with Western Sydney University a major tenant in the 7200sqm A-grade building, after inking a lease on three floors, with potential for a fourth floor. 
Mosca said that due to the shortage of premium grade space in the area, Brydens law building was overwhelming.
He went on to suggest that the mooted extension of the metropolitan train line would further position Liverpool as the powerhouse of Sydney’s south-west. 
“Liverpool has the potential to become the region’s major transport interchange, with a number of proposed works set to make it one of the most connected and accessible suburbs in the south-west." 
Proposed transport works include the extension of the metropolitan line from Bankstown to Liverpool, making it just 35 minutes travel from Liverpool to the Sydney CBD; four train tracks at the new Badgerys Creek Airport –  enabling connections to areas like Leppington, Austral, Carnes Hill and Edmondson Park.
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Liverpool spotlight in Sydney's rapidly growing south-west commercial arena

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One Parramatta Square (1PSQ), a $220.5 million commercial development in Sydney’s west, had its 'topping out' that included among its attendees NSW Premier Mike Baird.
Upon completion, the building will be the flagship Parramatta City Campus for the Western Sydney University.
1PSQ will be Sydney’s most advanced education facility in Parramatta, according to a media release by Charter Hall Group, which is working on the project.
Also present at the occasion was WSU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Barney Glover and Charter Hall's head of Office Development, Andrew Borger.
1PSQ was the first project to commence construction as part of Parramatta City Council’s Parramatta Square vision. 
It will be the new CBD campus of Western Sydney University and includes 14 levels of A-grade commercial space over 26,500 square metres.
The university has committed to lease the entire building on a 15-year lease, with options.
The building was designed after an international competition won by Architectural firm Architectus.
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A gateway landholding in Sydney's Parramatta, with potential for mixed-use residential development, is up for sale through an expressions of interest campaign closing June 7.
The site at 142 James Ruse Drive in Parramatta is being sold as a ‘Going Concern’, and has an area close to 10,000 square metres. 
Surrounded by land that is undergoing significant regeneration from light industrial to future residential and mixed-use development, 
Stuart Cox and Neil Cooke of Savills are marketing the property. 
Cox said as the property is next to the proposed light rail station planned for Parramatta, and that it has gateway prominence, he expected strong interest from buyers.
“As far as opportunities go, it doesn’t get better.  This offers buyers a complete blank canvas with significant rezoning potential (STCA),” said Cox.
Concept drawings have been proposed for the site, providing 493 apartments spread over four towers together with about 2,500 square metres of retail space.
The property currently comprises a light industrial strata complex, constructed in 2002, made up of 10 strata industrial units.
Situated on the southern side of the Parramatta River, the property is about 2 km from Parramatta CBD. 
Parramatta is undergoing a growth phase with more than $8 billion invested in building and construction projects.
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