Brunswick’s civic heart continues to consolidate around the Merri-bek Arts and Culture Precinct, where a growing cluster of cultural institutions, recreation facilities, and public infrastructure has created one of the inner north’s most defined community hubs.&nbsp;

Within this evolving precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/saxon-street-by-milieu-brunswick-31-saxon-street-brunswick-vic-3056">Saxon Street by Milieu</a> introduces new housing directly alongside the civic anchors that shape daily life in the suburb.

At 31 Saxon Street, the project sits immediately beside Brunswick Baths and within moments of Brunswick Library and Town Hall, longstanding institutions that support both community services and everyday amenity.&nbsp;

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Next door, the newly delivered Balam Balam Place arts precinct has emerged as a central piece of Merri-bek Council’s cultural strategy, bringing together creative studios, exhibition spaces, maternal and child health services, and community programming in a purpose-built civic facility. Together, these destinations have reinforced the surrounding blocks as a focal point for public life in Brunswick.

This part of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/brunswick-vic-3056">Brunswick</a> forms a key pocket within the suburb’s designated Major Activity Centre, where long-term planning has prioritised walkability, civic investment, and increased housing supply close to transport and services. The surrounding street network reflects that strategy, with compact blocks, established retail corridors and active transport links supporting a lifestyle that is largely navigable on foot.

Within a few minutes’ walk, Sydney Road delivers one of Melbourne’s most recognisable streets, known for its long-running mix of independent retailers, international dining venues and everyday convenience. Tram routes along Sydney Road provide frequent connections south toward the CBD and north through Brunswick and Coburg, while Jewell Station on the Upfield line sits within roughly a ten-minute walk, offering direct train access into the city.

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Active transport also plays a significant role locally. The nearby Upfield Bike Path forms a key north–south cycling corridor linking Brunswick through Parkville and into the central city, reinforcing the area’s reputation as one of Melbourne’s most accessible inner-urban neighbourhoods for cyclists and pedestrians alike.

The surrounding civic cluster extends beyond cultural infrastructure. Siteworks, a nearby creative hub supporting artists and community organisations, adds to the concentration of cultural activity in the immediate area. Educational institutions such as Brunswick North Primary School, Brunswick Secondary College and RMIT’s Brunswick campus are also within easy reach, contributing to the suburb’s diverse resident base spanning families, students and professionals.&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/jackson-clements-burrows-architects">Jackson Clements Burrows Architects</a> in collaboration with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/designoffice">DesignOffice</a> and landscape architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/oculus">OCULUS</a>, the nine-level building has been shaped to respond to the surrounding streetscape, with lower levels aligning to the street and upper storeys stepping back to soften its scale and improve solar access.&nbsp;

Curved balcony forms reference nearby heritage architecture, while the development’s public realm improvements include a widened footpath along Saxon Street to strengthen pedestrian connections between the precinct’s civic sites.

Sustainability also underpins the project’s approach. The building is designed to operate entirely on electric infrastructure supported by rooftop solar, with an average 7.5-star NatHERS energy rating and EV-charging readiness across the development. Shared resident amenities will include a landscaped rooftop terrace with barbecue and covered dining areas intended to encourage informal interaction between residents.

Saxon Street marks developer Milieu's fifth project in Brunswick and continues its focus on design-led infill housing across Melbourne’s inner suburbs.&nbsp;

Construction has commenced through reputable builder Manresa, who will complete the project in 2027.

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Joel Robinson

Saxon Street by Milieu connects residents to Brunswick’s cultural and civic core

Within <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe-vic-3079">Candela Ivanhoe</a>, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>&nbsp;takes a different approach to larger residences, moving away from the constraints of a single level.

In Grand Residence 3.05, known as the Lustre, plays out across two levels, with a mezzanine configuration that is uncommon in apartment living.

Lustre is a four-bathroom residence where the layout creates a clear distinction between shared and private zones, with uninterrupted views toward the Dandenong Ranges extending the sense of openness from the main living areas.

Entry is to the primary living level, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas are arranged as one continuous space. Timber flooring runs throughout, with a fireplace set within the living zone. Full-height glazing brings in natural light, supported by double glazing that improves thermal performance.

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The kitchen is configured as both a working and social space. A large island bench provides seating, while a walk-in pantry extends storage beyond typical apartment expectations.

Gaggenau appliances, including a 900mm gas cooktop and 600mm oven, are integrated into a layout that connects directly to the adjacent dining and living areas, and outward to the terrace. This balcony includes a built-in BBQ, reinforcing the apartment’s capacity to accommodate larger gatherings without compromising internal space.

A dedicated laundry room, powder room, and a wine cellar area sit discreetly off the main living zone, ensuring that functional requirements are resolved without encroaching on primary living areas. The master suite is also located on this level, designed as a retreat with a walk-through wardrobe and an ensuite that includes double vanities, a bath, and a dedicated dressing table.

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The mezzanine level introduces a second layer of living, rather than simply additional bedrooms. Two large bedrooms with built-in robes are positioned alongside a central bathroom, while a secondary lounge and study area create a self-contained zone suited to children, guests, or extended family. A large storage room further supports long-term usability, addressing a common shortfall in apartment design.

This separation of levels is central to how the residence functions day-to-day. It allows the lower level to operate as the primary entertaining and living space, while the upper level provides privacy and flexibility. The result is closer in feel to a townhouse or standalone home, but with the benefits of apartment living, security, and low maintenance.

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Candela is close to 80 per cent complete, with Ironside delivering construction ahead of its expected October 2026 completion. The development comprises 58 residences, with a strong owner-occupier profile and a mix of one to four-bedroom apartments and loft-style townhouses.

Candela has exclusive access to private amenities, including a residential lounge and rooftop terrace. A charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre are located on the ground level, designed to foster community connection and extend the living experience beyond individual apartments without competing with the scale of homes like Lustre.

Candela, positioned in the heart of Ivanhoe Village, reinforces the practicality of the address. With a Walk Score of 90, residents are within immediate reach of cafés, retail, parklands, and Ivanhoe Station, while also benefiting from proximity to established schools and healthcare services.

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Inside Lustre: Grand Residence 3.05 at Candela Ivanhoe

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/milieu-property">Milieu</a>’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elsternwick-gardens-by-milieu-8-gordon-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">Elsternwick Gardens</a> is being shaped around a simple but increasingly rare premise in apartment development: that the built environment should actively support residents’ wellbeing.&nbsp;

Located on the former ABC Studios site on Gordon Street in Melbourne’s south-east, the new neighbourhood sits on an expansive 11,740 sqm site neighbouring the heritage-listed Rippon Lea Estate, whose gardens date back more than 140 years.

Rather than positioning wellness as an add-on amenity, the development integrates it into the physical planning of the site. Architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> is arranged across six low-rise buildings set within extensive landscaping designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/oculus">OCULUS</a>, with more than 40 per cent of the land dedicated to gardens and green space. Walking trails, pocket gardens, and mature trees are threaded between buildings, creating a network of green corridors that encourage residents to move through the precinct on foot and spend more time outdoors.

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Milieu has intentionally framed these gardens as an extension of the neighbouring Rippon Lea Estate. More than 16,000 new plants will be introduced across the site, with species carefully selected to protect and complement the area’s ecological significance. The approach focuses on strengthening existing environmental conditions while establishing new habitats that support native wildlife, reinforcing the role of the landscape as both an active ecosystem and a defining element of daily life.

A private resident gate will provide direct access to the historic grounds during opening hours, allowing residents to move seamlessly between the development’s landscaped gardens and the estate’s expansive lawns, lakes, and mature trees. The project’s gardens will also be maintained by the same gardeners responsible for Rippon Lea, reinforcing the visual and ecological continuity between the two landscapes.

Complementing the landscape is a dedicated wellness hub designed to support everyday health and recovery. Residents will have access to a gym alongside yoga and Pilates studios, while mineral pools and infrared saunas provide spaces for relaxation and restorative wellbeing. Shared lounges, workshop spaces, and pet care facilities expand the concept of wellness beyond fitness, creating opportunities for social connection and community interaction within the precinct.

Environmental performance is another key component of the project’s wellbeing focus. Elsternwick Gardens will be entirely fossil-fuel-free, with homes designed to operate on renewable electricity rather than gas. Passive design strategies, including cross-flow ventilation, high-performance insulation, and thermally broken double glazing, are intended to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures while reducing energy demand. Solar photovoltaic systems will power common building services, while rainwater harvesting will help irrigate the extensive landscaping across the site.

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Milieu Founder and Managing Director Michael McCormack says the scale and setting of the project allowed the team to take a different approach to urban apartment living.

“This site represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build something truly special,” McCormack says.

“Through that process, we arrived at a design that centres on a fully realised natural landscape – a series of private, interconnected gardens that encircle the homes and extend seamlessly from Rippon Lea Estate.”

Elsternwick Gardens will comprise three residential offerings, Gordon Place, Ripponlea Terrace, and The Garden Pavilion, each designed for owner-occupiers and shaped around high-quality interior design by Woods Bagot, K.P.D.O., and Flack Studio. The first stage, Gordon Place, includes one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments designed with a strong focus on indoor-outdoor living and sustainability.

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Milieu recently appointed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/brady-constructions">Brady Constructions</a> to deliver the project, marking a key milestone for the development. The appointment follows the demolition of the former studio buildings on the Gordon Street site, with construction progressing toward the delivery of the nature-led community.

Situated between the established villages of Elsternwick and Ripponlea, the development balances its garden setting with strong urban connectivity. Residents will be within walking distance of cafés, restaurants, and local retail, while nearby train and tram connections provide quick access to Melbourne’s CBD and the beaches of Elwood and St Kilda.

With construction underway and the first residents expected to move in by early 2027, Elsternwick Gardens represents a growing shift in apartment development toward environments that prioritise wellbeing as much as density or location. By placing landscape, sustainability, and shared spaces at the centre of the design, Milieu is positioning the project as a residential neighbourhood where wellness is not just promoted, but built into the structure of everyday life.

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Elsternwick Gardens' wellness-first design strategy

Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/red-co">Red &amp; Co</a> has made a striking debut on the Gold Coast, officially unveiling its $250 million COMO development in Varsity Lakes, a lifestyle-driven residential project anchored by an extensive rooftop wellness and activity precinct.

Having recently launched to market, construction has already been fast-tracked by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/5point-projects">5Point Projects</a>, ensuring momentum continues on what is set to become a landmark residential address for the growing Varsity Lakes community.

Located at 22 Lake Street, Varsity Lakes, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/como-varsity-lakes-22-lake-street-varsity-lakes-qld-4227">COMO</a> will comprise 156 apartments across 16 levels, comprising one-, two- and three-bedroom residences designed for modern living. However, it is the project’s rooftop amenity offering that sets COMO apart.

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Designed as a dedicated wellness and recreation hub, the rooftop will feature a 25-metre lap pool, fully equipped gymnasium, and multiple pickleball and paddleball courts - amenities rarely seen in boutique apartment projects.

Residents will also have access to a sauna and plunge baths, while landscaped gardens and relaxation zones will provide tranquil spaces overlooking sweeping panoramic views across the Gold Coast skyline.

The rooftop precinct has been designed to function as the social and wellness heart of the development, encouraging residents to embrace an active, balanced lifestyle within their own building.

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Red &amp; Co director David Laverty said the amenity offering was central to the project’s design from the outset.

“Amenities were at the forefront of our decisions,” Laverty said.

“Buyers today are looking for more than just an apartment - they want a lifestyle that promotes health, connection and balance.

“The rooftop at COMO has been designed to be the epicentre of that lifestyle, with a suite of wellness and recreation facilities that are quite unique for a boutique development of this scale.”

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, the residences prioritise liveability, featuring spacious layouts, 2.7-metre ceilings and high-quality finishes throughout.

The development sits beside Bond University, placing residents within walking distance of education, retail and dining options within the vibrant Varsity Lakes precinct, including Robina Town Centre, Varsity Lakes Train Station and a range of leading schools.

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Laverty said the location was a key driver behind Red &amp; Co’s decision to bring the project to the Gold Coast.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/varsity-lakes-qld-4227">Varsity Lakes</a> was a clear choice for us to invest in as it’s a lifestyle hub that seamlessly blends lakeside living with urbanity,” he said.&nbsp;

“Como will capitalize on this great location, delivering a project that not only creates premium homes, but a lifestyle defined by community, wellbeing, and connectivity.”

Red &amp; Co has delivered more than 500 apartments and townhouses across 26 projects in Brisbane in recent years, with COMO marking the company’s first major Gold Coast development.

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Red & Co unveils amenity-rich Como development in Varsity Lakes

Gold Coast developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/big-projects">Big Projects</a> has secured approval for its second Mermaid Beach project.

The developer, currently selling <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-frederick-mermaid-beach-2265-gold-coast-highway-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Frederick in Nobby Beach</a>, has secured approval for its next project just 1.5 kilomnetres up the road.

The new development, dubbed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/glenelg-residences-2462-2472-gold-coast-highway-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Glenelg Residences</a>, has been designed by BDA Architecture and&nbsp;will have just under 100 apartments across an 11-storey building&nbsp;at 2462–2472 Gold Coast Highway, on the corner of Glenelg Avenue just under 300m from the future Mermaid Beach Light Rail stop.

The apartments, a mix of two- and three-bedrooms, will sit above a retail-focused ground plane and under extensive rooftop resident amenities.

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BDA said in its planning submission that the project is intended to support the area’s transition toward higher-density, mixed-use living. “This project offers the opportunity to generate appropriate higher-intensity development within the future Light Rail corridor of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a>,” the submission noted.

At ground level, Glenelg Residences will include eight retail tenancies designed to activate the street frontage, complemented by a basement bar offering an additional hospitality element. Above, residents will have access to a rooftop amenity deck featuring an infinity pool, hot and cold plunge spas, day beds, and barbecue facilities.

The architectural approach adopts a restrained material palette of brick, textured concrete, and integrated landscaping, with cantilevered concrete frames and cascading planting intended to soften the built form. BDA described the design as aiming to create “a memorable sculptural mid-rise mixed-use building” that responds to both its coastal setting and urban context.

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The approval comes as the City of Gold Coast continues to plan for significant population growth, with regional targets requiring more than 100,000 new high-density dwellings by 2046.

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Big Projects, led by Matthew and John Barrett, is part of a growing cohort of developers that deliver construction in-house, providing a high level of confidence to prospective purchasers.
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Big Projects secures approval for Glenelg Residences in Mermaid Beach

TOGA

The New South Wales developer TOGA Group have officially broken ground at their long-awaited redevelopment of the Surry Hills shopping centre.

To be known as Surry Hills Village and due for completed in early 2024, the mixed-use development and precinct on the corner of Cleveland and Baptist Street will home 122 apartments and a 102-room hotel, as well as 12,000 sqm of commercial and retail spaces.

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SJB have designed the development in collaboration with development partners Iain Halliday and BKH, Aspect Studios director Sacha Coles and Studio Prineas architect and principal Eva-Marie Prineas.

The 12,000 square metres of commercial and retail spaces that will feature a Coles supermarket, specialty retail and parking for retail customers.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Around 50 per cent of the 122 apartments have sold. Apartment start at $875,000 for a 55 sqm, one bedder.

The 81 sqm two bedroom apartments are priced at $1.55 million and the 122 sqm three bedder is priced at $2.65 million.

There&#39;s been a mix of buyer types, from locals to&nbsp;international buyers who will be moving in once they&rsquo;re able to return home.

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The groundbreaking ceremony marked&nbsp;around five and a half&nbsp;years since TOGA paid nearly $95 million for the 1.2 hectare site in mid-2015.

TOGA managing director Allan Vidor AM was joined by Redfern local and Sydney&nbsp;Lord Mayor Clover Moore at an official ceremony marking milestone.

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Mr Vidor said the ground breaking marks the start of the much-anticipated regeneration of the iconic site. &nbsp;

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&nbsp;&ldquo;We are very proud to be leading the transformation of this important site that will be a catalyst for the future shape of Sydney&rsquo;s inner city. Our vision is to deliver a precinct that will celebrate the authenticity of the neighbourhood whilst also bringing the energy of new people and businesses to the suburb.&nbsp;

&ldquo;For our future residents, locals and visitors, we are creating a destination that will enrich the area, with exceptional dining and bars alongside some of Sydney&rsquo;s best providores within a new retail laneway, commercial office building and public park. In addition, the precinct will include a boutique 102 room hotel with roof top pool and bar making Surry Hills Village a truly unique, once in a generation project that the community will enjoy for many years to come&rdquo;.&nbsp;
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Lord Mayor Clover Moore said, as a Redfern local, she welcomes the revitalisation of the old Surry Hills shopping centre,&nbsp;bringing new life to the area and better serving the needs of the people who are living here.

Adam Haddow, SJB Architects director and a Surry Hills local, says because of the location of Surry Hills Village,&nbsp;near SJB&#39;s office, the team are hugely passionate about the significant project and the opportunity it presents for the neighbourhood.

&ldquo;Paying homage to the history of the site and building, while ensuring a blend of retail, residential, hotel and commercial space that feels at one with the street environment was a priority. We set out to revitalise the site and to create a space that locals can be proud of.&rdquo;

SJB have designed the development in collaboration with development partners Iain Halliday and BKH, Aspect Studios director Sacha Coles and Studio Prineas architect and principal Eva-Marie Prineas

Surry Hills Village plans finalised as TOGA officially break ground

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Three years ago, property developer TOGA acquired the prominent 1.2-hectare Surry Hills Village site. Today, after a series of development application setbacks and design iterations, the final planning application for the new mixed-use precinct has been granted approval by the City of Sydney.

Situated on the corner of Cleveland and Baptist Streets, the prolific heritage building will be retained, while a new series of residential buildings, as well as retail and dining spaces, will be constructed to complement the striking central structure.

The design team consists of some of Australia’s most talented architects, urban planners and interior designers, who aim to revitalise the site, reactivating the streetscape as a place to live, work and play.

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<figcaption>Image supplied.</figcaption></figure><h2>Design team: </h2>

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<li>Adam Haddow, Architect and Principal, SJB </li>
	<li>Iain Halliday, Director, BKH </li>
	<li>Sacha Coles, Director, Aspect Studios</li>
	<li> Eva-Marie Prineas, Architect and Principal, Studio Prineas</li>
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“We are so excited about this project.  It is our neighbourhood, we live and work in this place.  Our office is here, our bookshop is here, we live here - we’re completely committed to achieving a remarkable outcome for this site.  This area to us is the quintessential Sydney - at the edge of the city, it plays an important role in the ‘and’ of Sydney.  It is not about the beaches or the bush, it is an area focused on creativity and industry, and we’re excited to be contributing to this legacy.”
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Adam Haddow, Director at SJB 

Styled as a market-inspired open-air plaza, the development will include a range of high-end boutiques, restaurants and providores, as well as a Coles supermarket. Residences to be built on the site will include 154 apartments with interiors designed by BKH, as well as luxury penthouses and terraces with curated interiors by SB.

To date, a selection of apartments has already sold, as well as the project’s most expensive penthouse. This property sold for just under $6 million to an Australian expat based in the United States.

The master-planned precinct will also include a 517 square metre public park and feature the highest density of hatted restaurants in one place.

A public laneway will link Marriott and Baptist Streets, while the neighbouring newly completed light rail will act as a connection to the plaza for residents in surrounding suburbs.

<h2>12,000 square metres dedicated to commercial and retail spaces, featuring:</h2>

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<li>Coles supermarket</li>
	<li>Vintage Cellars</li>
	<li>Boutiques</li>
	<li>Providores</li>
	<li>Restaurants</li>
	<li>Street cafes</li>
	<li>Parking</li>
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Construction of the market-style mixed-use precinct is set to commence late next year. During construction, a bus service will provide shoppers with a connection to Surry Hills Shopping Village and Coles at Danks Street Plaza in Waterloo.

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“As one of the most celebrated areas in Sydney, Surry Hills Village is surrounded by a melting pot of the city’s finest restaurants, bars, art, music and culture. The precinct we are creating pays homage to this great community’s significant history while helping to shape its next chapter. We’re very proud to be leading the revitalisation of this iconic site and look forward to embarking on the next phase of the project.”
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Fabrizio Perilli, CEO of TOGA
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Olivia Round

Surry Hills Village regeneration project granted final approval to commence construction next year

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TOGA has announced the construction completion of The Hunter, its luxury five level residential development in Sydney’s Double Bay.
With 100 per cent of settlements completed, the first residents at the development have moved into their new homes, across a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments.
And its first resale has hit the market.
It's the three bedroom sub-penthouse which was bought for $4.75 million off the plan in 2016.
The sale fell within the $4.7 million - $5 million price expectation of Laing + Simmons agent Steven Zoellner.
Spanning 180 sqm, the apartment on the fourth floor north east corner has been listed to go under the hammer October 19.
Domain puts Double Bay's three bedroom apartment median price at $3.088 million, a tad higher than realestate's $2.96 million median.
A first floor two bedroom apartment in the block, which traded for $2.9 million in May, recently sought tenants at $1,650 a week. 
Designed by Sydney-based architects Cottee Parker JPRA, the $50 million Cross Street complex has 13 apartments with an as yet unoccupied retail offering on the ground floor.
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The development sold within two weeks of being put to the market<a href="/expert-insights/buying/toga-sells-out-the-hunter-at-double-bay"> in late 2016</a>. Construction had been scheduled to commence in mid-2017 with completion initially set for early 2019.
Fabrizio Perilli, chief executive of TOGA, said the residences are an example of modern luxury living.
“We’ve had a very positive response from resident’s moving in who love their new homes and have already seen an increase in the value of their property since their purchase”, Perilli said.
“Delivering The Hunter to the highest standards, within the context of COVID-19 is a testament to our team and our integrated property capability.”
TOGA paid just over $11.2 million for 16 and 18 Cross Street site consolidation in early 2015.
Construction of TOGA’s newest mixed-use communities, <a href="/buildings/surry-hills-village-redfern-6-14-baptist-street-redfern-nsw-2016">Surry Hills Village</a> and <a href="/buildings/wicks-place-marrickville-186-victoria-road-marrickville-nsw-2204">Wicks Place Marrickville</a>, are set to start in the first half of 2021.
TOGA was founded by Ervin Vidor in 1963.
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TOGA's The Hunter in Sydney's Double Bay now complete

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TOGA's development application for the first stage of Penway Place at Penrith has been approved.
The new residential community is set to commence construction in 2020 with completion expected by mid-2022. 
Penway Place is located on the corner of Union Place and High Street, marking the new gateway to Penrith CBD.
The area will benefit from significant government investment in infrastructure including a $1 billion upgrade to Nepean Hospital and an expected 42,000 to 55,000 extra jobs created by 2031.
Set to become the ‘New West’, Penrith is fast transforming into Sydney’s third CBD, TOGA chief Fabrizio Perilli said, with over 60,000 new residents expected in Penrith by 2031. 
SJB Architects and their design partner Architect Prineas were commissioned for the new urban residential and mixed-use precinct proposal.
The first stage of the larger masterplan for Penway Place will comprise two residential towers rising above a three-storey podium, featuring ground level retail and three levels of car parking. 
It will also feature a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with a number of them with views to the Nepean River and neighbouring Blue Mountains.
Penway Place is on the doorstep of a major Westfield shopping centre, a few minutes’ walk to Penrith train station and down the road from the Penrith Panthers Leagues Club.  
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Penway Place, TOGA’s Penrith project secures approval

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Penrith in Sydney's west is shaping up as one of the city's newest growth hotspots.
The population levels are expected to jump from 195,000 to 260,000 by 2031, and the area's economic catchment is tipped to expand to one million people over the same period.
A number of property developments are slated for the suburb.
The latest is Toga's newest development, Penway Place, on the corner of Union Place and Mulgoa Road.
The first stage of the development will comprise 81 apartments, designed by SJB Architects who won the recent design competition.
They will work with their design partner Architect Prineas on the four-building development that provides a new urban residential and mixed-use precinct.
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Fabrizio Perilli, TOGA CEO, said SJB’s design stood out in what was a high-quality field of design competition entrants.
“We received some truly fantastic submissions from highly-respected design and architecture firms, but at the end of the day, SJB and Architect Prineas’ concept for Penway Place most closely matched our own vision for this part of Penrith and the community,” Perilli said.
“The development will draw on feedback from local residents by directly connecting with its environment and the local landscape, finding inspiration in natural elements such as layered barks, gum leaves and earthy textures.
“The project’s key theme is ‘Live Your Way’, and what SJB have put forward will allow the growing Penrith community at Penway Place to enjoy life to the fullest in what is being termed Sydney’s ‘New West’.” 
The first release of the development is set to feature a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with a number offering views to the Nepean River and neighbouring Blue Mountains. 
Penway Place is also planned to include a vibrant public plaza and retail precinct, providing a lively space for Penrith locals and visitors to enjoy.
There will be a private landscaped podium with a BBQ and seating areas, a community garden, gym, multi-purpose / kids play room and outdoor dog park.
The idea of the ‘New West’ is a key driver in Penrith City Council’s Economic Development Strategy, which has outlined a vision targeting an increase of between 42,000 and 55,000 local jobs by 2031 – across the health, education, tourism, arts and culture, advanced manufacturing and advanced logistics sectors – further boosting the suburb’s future prospects.
“Looking ahead at what the next decade or so will mean for Penrith, it’s exciting times,” Perilli added..
“This population will undoubtedly need access to quality, affordable housing, from first homebuyers to downsizing locals, and this is what we are aiming to provide for the community.”
To find out more about Penway Place, <a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/penwayplace.com.au." target="_blank">click here.</a> <a href="https://www.penwayplace.com.au/"> </a>
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Penrith skyline to be transformed as population growth expected

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A building in Sydney awaiting development approval has been temporarily donated by the TOGA property group to address youth homelessness.
TOGA, in partnership with joint owner Qualitas, announced the former Addison Hotel in Kensington had transformed into pop-up accommodation for vulnerable youth.
After making available the vacant building revenue-free, it is set to house more than 42 vulnerable youth. 
TOGA has made available the former hotel to My Foundations Youth Housing for a minimum of 12 months. 
The Addison Hotel forms part of a mixed-use development proposal lodged for the site at 147 Anzac Parade and adjoining property.
The Addison Project will be operated by community housing provider My Foundations Youth Housing.
TOGA Group of Companies managing director Allan Vidor said that constructive partnerships between the private and public sectors, and sensible planning reform, had the power to address the housing challenges facing vulnerable young people in Sydney. 
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From left to right: Brendan O’Sullivan; Qualitas Executive Director – Principal Investments, Assoc. Professor David McKenzie; My Foundations Youth Housing Chair, the Hon. Pru Goward; Minister for Family and Community Services, Mark Fischer; Qualitas Managing Director – Principal Investments and Allan Vidor, Managing Director of the TOGA Group of Companies
“By making available our building we hope to make a difference in the lives of those who stay at The Addison Project as well as inspire other property owners to consider utilising their vacant assets,” said Mr Vidor.
“Together, the private and public sectors must work toward meaningful planning reform which has the potential to unlock many opportunities to make empty buildings across Sydney immediately available to those who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
No single level of government or service can tackle youth homelessness – innovative solutions must be borne from innovative collaborations between public and private sectors, Mr Vidor added.
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The former hotel contains 42 fully-furnished rooms, each with a bathroom and kitchenette, set across three-storeys; creating an appropriate short-term accommodation option for youth.
My Foundations Youth Housing Chair, Assoc. Professor David McKenzie said The Addison Project would provide both crisis accommodation for those at risk of homelessness and young people with a safe space to live and study while they work to secure more permanent solutions and stabilise their circumstances.
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“The Addison Project is an excellent example of seizing an opportunity to provide a bold and innovative solution.
"Whilst not intended as a solution to homelessness, it is a positive step in the right direction while we work towards addressing the provision of housing in a practical and immediate way,” Mr McKenzie said.
The Addison Project will target youth at risk of homelessness aged between 16 and 24; with young people holding less than 2 per cent of the 140,000 Social Housing tenancies across NSW.
Family and Community Services (FACS) will refer up to 14 rooms to those in-need of Temporary Accommodation.
The Addison Project also includes an anchoring retail space where OzHarvest will open Australia’s first ever rescued food supermarket – OzHarvest Market – next month.
Ronni Kahn, CEO and Founder of OzHarvest said the Australian first would be a pop-up marketplace providing rescued food sourced from its existing local donor network and available on a ‘take what you need, pay what you can’ basis.
“We are thrilled to be part of this ground-breaking project with TOGA and are excited to be transforming the donated space into Australia’s first rescued food supermarket,” said Ms Kahn.
“The OzHarvest Market will be opening its doors soon, making sure good food does not go to waste and is available to everyone, especially to those who need it most.”
This initiative will be jointly supported by leading innovators in social enterprise Orange Sky Laundry and Thread Together who will contribute by providing vital on-site services.
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TOGA and Qualitas acquired the site in mid-2015.
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TOGA donates vacant Kensington hotel building to address youth homelessness

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A former car yard has been transformed into a thriving residential hub following the completed construction of a $270-million master-planned community at Hurstville.
Australian hotelier and developer TOGA has completed construction at Highpoint Hurstville; a three-tower 448-apartment development located at the highest topographic point in Hurstville City.
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More than 800 residents now occupy the Stanisic Architects-designed development.
TOGA Development and Construction Chief Executive Officer Fabrizio Perilli said Highpoint Hurstville delivered high-quality and convenient living to one of Sydney’s most central locations.  
“Highpoint Hurstville is centrally located to access both the CBD and the airport with an abundance of direct transport links, shopping amenities and educational facilities,” Mr Perilli said.  
“What was once a well-known car yard has been transformed into high-quality inclusive living with every imaginable convenience at the doorstep of residents,” he said.   
“The result is a vibrant built environment aligned with TOGA’s strategy to improve the quality of housing in high-growth locations across Sydney,” Mr Perilli added.
Set on over 8000sqm, Highpoint Hurstville features extensive outdoor leisure areas including landscaped gardens at ground-level and a 200sqm rooftop garden furnished with sheltered seating.
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TOGA General Manager of Sales, Marketing and Property Management Alex Adams said to sell-out hundreds of apartments shortly after construction commenced was an impressive milestone.
“Highpoint Hurstville has been incredibly popular with buyers with all 448 apartments selling out immediately after construction commenced,” Mr Adams said.
“The site’s unique elevation, spectacular views and excellent location all come together to create an exceptional standard of living,” he said.
Many apartments at Highpoint Hurstville boast spectacular views to the Sydney CBD, George’s River and surrounds; captured by floor-to-ceiling glazing and alfresco terraces.
“We are thrilled to see our vision for Highpoint Hurstville translate into the gateway precinct it is today,” Mr Adams added.
Located in Hurstville’s city centre, Highpoint Hurstville is located 16 kilometres from the Sydney CBD and 800 metres from Hurstville Station; at 458 Forest Road.
Residents are within walking distance to nearby Hurstville Westfield, the railway station as well as the pedestrian strip shopping dotted along Forest Road.
Highpoint Hurstville is anchored by four retail shopfronts at street level and replaces the former Dominelli Ford car yard site.
Construction at Highpoint Hurstville commenced in February 2014 and was completed in July this year.
The completion adds to the developer’s year of success after TOGA sold more than 80 per cent of apartments in its 192-residence tower One Twenty Macquarie at the one-day sales launch in March this year.
Visit: <a href="https://www.toga.com.au/" target="_blank">www.toga.com.au</a> or phone 1300 008 642.
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