Repeat buyers are one of the strongest measures of confidence in any apartment development.

At <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/era-newcastle-west-124-126-bull-street-newcastle-west-nsw-2302">ERA</a> in Newcastle West, some purchasers are returning to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gwh">GWH</a> after living at the developer's One Apartments. Their decision to purchase again was driven by the quality of life they found after moving into their first GWH home.

Keith Wilton had spent years living in a house in East Maitland before deciding it was time for a change. Apartment living had always been on his radar, but he was selective about what he wanted.

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"I had some boxes I wanted to tick," he says.

Keith points to the open-plan design, generous outdoor areas and considered inclusions as key reasons One Apartments worked for him.

“One of those things was a nice indoor open plan area, but also I wanted a nice outdoor open area that I could entertain on in summer or Christmases or birthdays,” he says.

He also found value in the smaller details, from integrated appliances to shared resident spaces including the pool, cinema and rooftop areas.

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After comparing several developments, he chose One Apartments because of GWH's longstanding local reputation and his own experience working with the developer on a commercial project more than a decade earlier.

"I knew that they were local, that the quality of the build was going to be up there. I'd looked at other apartment complexes around and close by, and I just knew that here was a better decision location wise."

Today, Keith says the move has completely changed how he experiences Newcastle.

"I enjoy living in this location because it's more of a lifestyle change. That Newcastle city living where you can walk to restaurants and bars and even beaches and parks and even shopping across the road."

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Beyond the location, he says it's the sense of community that has surprised him most.

"Everyone loves living here because they chose to live here, but everyone looks out for each other. It's a real great community feel here."

For Aimee and Lyle Goodman, the journey started almost by chance.

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The couple happened to be having coffee in Newcastle when they noticed the site where One Apartments was about to begin construction.

"We were aware GWH was planning a development," Aimee says. "We made one phone call and things moved pretty quickly after that."

As busy business owners, they initially thought apartment living would simply reduce the maintenance that came with larger homes. Instead, it fundamentally changed how they spent time together.

"We actually catch up more as a family now," Aimee says.

"We've had homes with big yards and lots of space, but everyone ended up in different rooms. Here we'll have dinner together, the kids can play, and we spend far more quality time together."

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Lyle says their confidence came from GWH's reputation within Newcastle's building industry.

"I know people who've worked across different apartment projects, and whenever GWH came up the feedback was always the same. They're rock solid. They're quality."

That confidence only grew throughout the buying process.

"One of the things that really impressed us with GWH was the whole process, was the communication," Lyle says. "It was consistent, it was regular, there was no problem if we had some weird questions, there was no problems in getting answers."

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Aimee says one moment stood out.

"The project actually finished on time. We realised we needed to hurry up and sell our house because everything was happening exactly when they said it would."

The positive experience at One Apartments ultimately gave all three buyers the confidence to purchase again with GWH, this time at ERA.

Their confidence reflects what many buyers are seeking in today's apartment market. Location remains important, but so too does certainty around delivery, quality and long-term liveability.

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ERA builds on those foundations with 280 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across two landmark towers in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/newcastle-west-nsw-2302">Newcastle West</a>.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>, the project will include more than 2,000 square metres of resident amenities, including a resort-style pool, gym, sauna, private cinema and rooftop entertaining spaces overlooking the harbour and coastline.&nbsp;

The development is also within walking distance of the Newcastle Interchange, Honeysuckle, Darby Street, the harbour foreshore, restaurants, retail and the city’s beaches, continuing the walkable lifestyle that existing GWH buyers say has transformed how they live.

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For Keith, the appeal remains straightforward.

"You feel at home even before you've moved into your home."

For Aimee, the change is measured in time.

“I just felt like I had more time,” she says.

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Construction at ERA is now underway, with more than half of the residences already sold and limited two and three-bedroom apartments remaining in the East Tower release. Priced from $980,000 for two-bedroom residences and $1.46 million for three-bedroom residences, buyers can secure an apartment with a 10 per cent deposit, with premium homes offering ocean views from Level 8 and harbour views from Level 10.

ERA is also backed by Resilience Insurance's 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing protection against structural or waterproofing defects for 10 years after completion. The project is anticipated to be completed in early 2028.

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Joel Robinson

From ONE to ERA: Why buyers are choosing GWH again in Newcastle West

Virgate Property Group is preparing to commence construction of Verdé, its new apartment development in Melbourne's Arts Precinct at Southbank, following a strong run of sales that has seen more than half of the project's 173 apartments secured.

Verdé has attracted a broad mix of first home buyers, owner-occupiers upgrading from nearby inner-city suburbs and investors, with younger owner-occupier couples aged between 28 and 45 accounting for the strongest enquiry. Many are already living in Southbank, South Melbourne, Albert Park, Port Melbourne, South Yarra and the CBD.

"Verdé is located in one of the most desirable pockets of southern Melbourne," Blair Property Group Director Darren Blair, who is managing sales at Verdé, said.

"It's within walking distance of the Arts Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens, Albert Park Lake, and Southbank's restaurants and retail. It's a great lifestyle location with strong amenity and liveability, which made it a very attractive choice for the project."

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Virgate was already familiar with the precinct, having previously delivered the successful Domain House development in neighbouring South Melbourne. That experience gave the developer confidence to acquire the Coventry Street site and continue expanding its presence in Melbourne's inner south.

"We had been keeping an eye on the site and the broader precinct for a few months before deciding to move forward with the acquisition," Virgate said.

The project was ultimately secured in 2020 following feasibility studies, planning assessments and due diligence, with the brief centred on delivering "a high-quality, considered design that feels both refined and fit for purpose."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bruce-henderson-architects">Bruce Henderson Architects</a>, Verdé comprises 173 one, two and three-bedroom apartments priced from $599,000. The architecture is distinguished by a faceted glass façade that responds to both the site's outlook and Melbourne's changing light conditions.

According to Bruce Henderson Architects, the coloured glazing gives the building a distinctive identity while also providing privacy and solar shading, with residences oriented to capture views across the bay, city skyline and surrounding parklands.

Inside, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/designoffice">DesignOffice</a> has created interiors focused on natural light, efficient planning and enduring materials. Apartments feature engineered oak flooring, natural stone benchtops, floor-to-ceiling glazing and SMEG appliances, while a restrained material palette aims to complement the expansive outlooks rather than compete with them.

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Resident amenity has also been designed around everyday functionality rather than occasional use. Facilities include a concierge-serviced lobby, residents' lounge with fireplace, library and co-working space, gym, terrace garden with barbecue facilities, ground-floor café, and package delivery management.

The project's location continues to be one of its strongest drawcards. Positioned on Coventry Street, Verdé sits within walking distance of the National Gallery of Victoria, Arts Centre Melbourne, Royal Botanic Gardens and Albert Park Lake, while Southbank's dining precinct, Sturt Street trams and the new ANZAC Station are all nearby. The surrounding education catchment also includes Melbourne Grammar, Melbourne Girls Grammar, Mac.Robertson Girls' High School and several major university campuses.

The sales team says buyers have responded particularly well to the combination of location, design quality and long-term liveability.

"They're responding really positively to the quality of the design, premium resident amenities and the uninterrupted views. Many also appreciate the location and how connected it is to everything they need."

The ability to secure stamp duty savings before completion has also been a key factor for purchasers, alongside the opportunity to personalise finishes ahead of settlement.

With construction set to commence soon and more than half the apartments already sold, Verdé enters its next phase as one of the Arts Precinct's more established apartment developments, offering remaining buyers an opportunity to secure a residence before construction advances further. Expected completion is scheduled for late 2027.

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Virgate's Verdé Southbank moves toward construction as sales fly past halfway stage

Downsizer-focused apartment development Kooyongkoot in Hawthorn has been recognised at the 2026 Better Future Melbourne Design Awards, taking home Gold and Silver awards in two categories.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a>, currently being delivered by developer PQD and designed by Cera Stribley, received Gold in the Interior Design – Proposed category and Silver in the Architecture – Proposed category.

The dual recognition reflects the design approach behind the boutique development on prestigious Kooyongkoot Road, where the focus has been on creating homes for downsizers seeking the space, quality and functionality of a detached house within a low-rise apartment building.

Rather than maximising apartment numbers, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pqd">PQD</a> and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> limited the development to just 18 residences, allowing for larger floorplans, greater privacy, generous landscaping and expansive communal spaces.&nbsp;The majority of the apartments also benefit from corner aspects, allowing for dual sources of natural light.

Now around 70 per cent complete and on track for completion in November 2026, Kooyongkoot will comprise a mix of garden residences, ter​race apartments, sub-penthouses, and is crowned by two half-floor penthouses with direct lift access and private rooftop terraces.

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The Silver Award for Architecture recognised the way the building responds to its prominent corner position at the ent​rance to Hawthorn's Scotch Hill precinct, one of Melbourne's most established residential neighbourhoods.

Rather than competing with the grand homes that line Kooyongkoot Road, the architectural approach focused on restraint and longevity, using curved brickwork, generous landscaping and carefully considered proportions to integrate with the existing streetscape.

"The form feels fluid and timeless, as though shaped by the landscape itself – architecture that belongs, rather than competes," said Chris Stribley, Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Cera Stribley.

The judging submission also highlighted practical innovations throughout the building, including lift cores servicing only nine homes each, a central landscaped lightcourt designed to bring daylight and ventilation into the building, and fully enclosed private storage rooms with lighting, power and shelving to better accommodate residents transitioning from larger family homes.

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The Gold Award for Interior Design recognised the project's focus on long-term liveability rather than display-home aesthetics.

According to the awards submission, the interiors were designed from the inside out, prioritising how homes would function over decades of daily use through generous proportions, practical storage, durable natural materials and flexible layouts.

The specification includes natural stone throughout, upgraded acoustic glazing, V-ZUG appliances and fully enclosed storage rooms, alongside an amenity offering focused on wellness, entertainment and everyday convenience.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to a gym and yoga studio, a wellness centre featuring traditional and infrared saunas, a cold therapy shower and treatment room, as well as a residents' lounge and golf simulator/cinema room for entertainment.&nbsp;Kooyongkoot has also considered the everyday convenience of its residents by offering a private carwash and pet wash facilities on site as well as dedicated parcel lockers and oversized fully enclosed storage rooms.&nbsp;

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The project's attention to detail has already resonated with buyers. Earlier this year, Kooyongkoot recorded one of Boroondara's highest apartment sales when an $8 million penthouse was purchased by a Melbourne CEO downsizing from a nearby family home.

"Every detail feels deliberate, from the overall design down to the smallest touches," the purchaser said.

"The level of quality and refinement is exceptional, but what really sold it was how liveable it felt... It felt like a place where everything had been considered, not just a luxury building."

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Sustainability also formed a key part of both award submissions. Kooyongkoot is targeting a minimum 7.5-star NatHERS rating across all residences, supported by passive design principles, high-performance glazing, EV charging infrastructure, water reuse systems and a wellness model focused on lower-energy dry facilities rather than pools and large wet areas.

Located within walking distance of Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College, Koo​yong Lawn Tennis Club, Aubur​n Village and Camberwell Junction, Kooyongkoot continues to target owner-occupiers looking to remain in Melbourne's inner east without compromising on space or quality. A limited selection of two, three and four-bedroom residences remains available, with prices starting from $1.9 million.

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Kooyongkoot wins Gold and Silver at Better Future Melbourne Design Awards

New apartment supply has become increasingly constrained across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parramatta-nsw-2150">Parramatta</a> in recent years, with fewer projects progressing through to completion as development conditions have become more challenging.

It makes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/novm">NOVM</a>'s 2021-completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-lennox-parramatta-12-phillip-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">The Lennox</a> one of the most recently completed residential towers on the Parramatta River, and among the newest apartment developments in Sydney's second CBD.

With the project largely completed before the sharp escalation in construction costs and inflation following the pandemic, The Lennox is now offering pricing that would be difficult to replicate in a comparable new development in Parramatta today, or across much of Western Sydney.

The majority of the 413 apartments at The Lennox sold before and shortly after completion. A limited release of the remaining apartments has recently been brought to market by capital partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a>, with entry-level pricing from $700,000 and two-bedroom apartments available from under $1 million.

Rising above the Parramatta River at 12 Phillip Street, The Lennox comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, appealing to first home buyers, young professionals, families, downsizers and interstate investors seeking a completed apartment in one of Australia's fastest-growing economic centres.

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Rather than positioning Parramatta as an alternative to Sydney's CBD, Equitifund believes the city has reached a point where it stands on its own merits.

"Parramatta is no longer simply an alternative to Sydney CBD, it's becoming a destination in its own right," Equitifund Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said.

"The Lennox captures that evolution with a level of quality and amenity that's difficult to match at its price point."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the tower responds directly to its riverfront setting through expansive glazing and open-plan layouts that maximise views across the Parramatta River and city skyline. Interiors feature engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and floor-to-ceiling glazing, while generous balconies extend the living spaces outdoors.

Marchese Partners says the project was conceived to balance high-quality apartment living with practical, long-term functionality, pairing larger, efficient floorplans with amenities more commonly associated with five-star hotels.

That emphasis continues through the resident facilities, which include a 20-metre rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym and wellness spaces, full-time concierge, a residents' lounge, function room, private lifts, secure basement parking and rooftop communal areas overlooking the Parramatta River. Ground-floor boardwalk retail and dining further activate the riverfront and integrate the building into the surrounding public realm.

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Australian housing and finance group Equitifund has secured the remaining apartments, believing there are few completed apartment opportunities in Parramatta that offer the same combination of location, amenity and pricing.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett says buyers are increasingly recognising that premium apartment living no longer needs to come with Sydney CBD pricing.

"The Lennox is where aspirational living becomes attainable," Hamblett said.

"Wake to river and mountain views, step into Sydney's Second CBD, and arrive home to resort-calibre amenities, all without the harbour price tag."

Hamblett says owner-occupiers are also attracted by the convenience of having Westfield Parramatta, Church Street's dining precinct, Parramatta Park, Riverside Theatres, Western Sydney University and major transport connections all within walking distance.

"At The Lennox, lifestyle is not an afterthought, it is the foundation."

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The Lennox places residents within walking distance of Parramatta Square, Westfield Parramatta, Church Street Eat Street, Parramatta Station, the ferry wharf, Light Rail, the future Sydney Metro West, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium, reinforcing Parramatta's position as one of Australia's most connected metropolitan centres outside Sydney's CBD.

Equitifund says buyers visiting the display suite consistently comment on the quality of the finishes, generous floorplans, river and skyline views, and the walkability of the location. The project has attracted a broad mix of local professionals, upsizers, downsizers, buyers relocating from Sydney's inner suburbs and interstate investors seeking long-term growth opportunities.

That demand aligns with Parramatta's continued evolution as an economic powerhouse. Equitifund Research and Market Insights specialist John Bekiaris says sustained population growth, infrastructure investment and expanding employment opportunities continue to support long-term housing demand across the city.

"Parramatta has evolved from a satellite city into one of Australia's most important economic centres. Population growth, infrastructure investment and employment are all supporting sustained long-term housing demand."

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The apartment price gap drawing Sydney buyers west

A luxury beachfront apartment at Rainbow Bay has more than doubled in value since it sold off the plan six years ago, setting a new local apartment record in the process.

The three-bedroom apartment in the Flow development on Petrie Street, the first of four new projects locally by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, has sold for $7.4 million, after originally selling for $3.27 million when the project launched in 2020.

The seventh-floor apartment, comprising 187 sqm of internal living space and a 54 sqm balcony overlooking Froggies Beach and Snapper Rocks, was purchased by a local family.

The transaction was negotiated by Pezet Matheson director Kerry Pezet and equates to more than $30,000 per sqm.

Pezet said the sale reflected the limited opportunities to buy into the boutique beachfront development.

"The sale highlights the rarity of opportunities within the boutique beachfront development, where residences seldom become available," Pezet said.

"Flow is one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held buildings. Buyers from our database move quickly when residences become available, and achieving an off-market sale at $7.4 million demonstrates the depth of demand for property of this calibre."

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Flow was the first of four luxury apartment developments delivered by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay and was completed in 2023.

Positioned on the beachfront overlooking Snapper Rocks, the residence includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room and views stretching north along the coastline towards Surfers Paradise.

Pezet Matheson Residential principal Mitchell Lambert said buyers continued to prioritise quality beachfront apartments in tightly held locations.

"Flow Residences offers a rare combination of elevated beachfront positioning, architectural excellence, comprehensive resident amenity and premium finishes, which is exactly what discerning purchasers are seeking," Lambert said.

"The transaction further reinforces Rainbow Bay's reputation as one of Australia's premier coastal lifestyle destinations, where limited supply and growing demand continue to support strong market performance."

Pezet Matheson originally marketed and sold out Flow off the plan, making the latest transaction a return to one of the project's original buyers.

Paul Gedoun is selling his third project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, after recently completing, and selling out, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Esprit</a>. He has plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">fourth building</a>, 88 apartments on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Boundary Street</a>.

Rainbow Bay apartment doubles in price since off the plan sale during pandemic

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A segment Dover Heights trophy home built for 'multi-generational' living is set for auction in mid-December.
The six-bedroom, five-bathroom property can be split into two or even 3 linked residences depending on the preference of the owner.
The home at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-dover+heights-134928170" target="_blank">5 Lord Howe Street</a> is located close to coastal scenic walks, Rose Bay shops, elite schools and transportation.
Set on 585 sqm, it captures sweeping 360 degree views over the city skyline, Sydney Harbour Bridge and out to sea. 
Michael Pallier of Sydney's Sotheby's Internal Realty is marketing the abode.
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Segmented Dover Heights trophy home set for auction

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A waterfront trophy home in the Gold Coast’s Sovereign Islands has been listed for sale.
The home at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-sovereign+islands-134417202">28 Excalibur Court</a>, the home belongs to former Seaside marketing director Zelma Creswick, who paid $8 million in 2017.
It was constructed by the developer Donald Barclay, who paid $1.3 million for the 2,400 sqm block in 1988, with the home being built soon after.
The home, offered for rent at $3,500 a week in February then cut to $2,500 in July, has four bedrooms and five bathrooms, with 89 metres of wide water frontage.
It features an open fireplace, swimming pool and spa, entertaining patio and terraced gardens.
The European-style abode is only a bridge away from restaurants and Paradise Point beaches.
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“Ideally suited to large families who are passionate about entertaining, this timeless double storey residence is ready for the right buyer to take it to the next level of waterfront luxury”, the marketing said.
Kollosche’s Matt Lanyon and William Sarti hold the listing.
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Sovereign Islands trophy home listed

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Stable Manor, the Wallace estate, just 99 kilometres north-west of Melbourne on the outskirts of Ballarat, has been listed for sale.
The four bedroom home is set on three acres at 4 Erin Court.
It has been listed by Barry Plant Ballarat agent Elizabeth Minogue.
Its history dates back to the mid-19th century and the 1869‘ Maryville estate.
Its former stables, characterised by a gable roof form clad in corrugated galvanised steel, date back to John Carroll, an Irish immigrant farmer.
He lived and farmed on the property until his death in 1901, where he then passed the farm onto his nephew, Richard Carroll Jnr, who farmed and lived there until his death in 1949.
From the early 20th century, Richard Carroll was also a director of the Wallace and Millbrook Butter Factory and owned the Maryville Hotel.
The home itself was built in 1999, taking inspiration from Gunston Hall, an 18th-century Georgian mansion located near the Potomac River in Mason Neck, Virginia, in the United States, the home of one of America’s founding fathers George Mason.
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The mid-1880s Newtown trophy home Raith, has been listed with record breaking hopes for the area near Geelong.
The five-bedroom, five-bathroom house sits on a 0.64 hectare block.
Situated at 2 Raith Terrace, Dale Whitford of Whitford is marketing the property.
It is on the market with a price guide of $6,750,000 to $7,250,000.
Located with walking distance of the Barwon River it has been renovated and extended to an high standard while retaining its period integrity.
Highlights include: bi-fold glass doors linking the family hub to north-facing private gardens; underground cellar; wrap-around verandah among a suite of heritage features; and zoned heating and cooling throughout.
Outdoors are twin four-car garages, a sweeping circular driveway, glass house with heated 25m lap pool, spa, sauna and gym and a three-bedroom guest house. 
The current Geelong record is over $5 million, set in March this year. 
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Newtown, Victoria trophy home Raith listed with record breaking hopes

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Ilkey, the Sunshine Coast hinterland trophy home, has been listed for sale by the Channel 7 executive and former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith and his wife Emma.

The couple paid $1.45 million for the home in 2015 which is being marketed as one of the best acreage estates the region had to offer by Ray White Buderim Agent Kathryn Willshire.

She calls Ilkey an "unrivalled residence".

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The five bedroom, two storey home surrounded by manicured lawn and landscaping sits on a private 35,612 sqm block.

“The view is arguably one of the most breathtaking settings I have ever seen,” said the agent who has lived and worked in the area for more than 15 years.

She said the owners said the home’s very private setting just south of Buderim was perfect for family living.

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The Roberts-Smith's extended the 2003-built house when they bought it five years ago, building the infinity pool and fully equipped pool house with BBQ, kitchen and dining setting.

The home would also be perfect as a home office or dual-living space, ideal for extended family or a teenagers retreat, as there’s a separate downstairs space with three bedrooms and its own kitchenette and bathroom, according to the marketing material.

The private gated property goes to auction on-site on December 19.
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Ikley on the Sunshine Coast listed by Ben Roberts-Smith

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A Blakehurst, NSW trophy house has been listed without a price guide.
The five bedroom, five bathroom abode is known as 'Black Caviar'.
Situated at 139a Stuart Street, the property resembles a boutique hotel, according to the marketing material.
Set on 1,182 sqm it sits along the Cote D’Azur complete with its own boating facilities.
The interiors showcase a glass lift that offers 180-degree views across the Georges River as it services four levels featuring multiple guest suites, an executive office, cinema and gym.
It is finished with a pool plus a multi-tiered party and boating deck over the district’s deepest waters. 
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Blakehurst, NSW trophy home resembling a boutique hotel listed

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Rooville, a solid pale-brick home sitting on 6.5ha bushland in Lyonville, Victoria hit the market with $1.85 million to $2 million hopes.
It is now seeking $1.65 million - $1.78 million after several months of marketing.
The postmodern style home at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-lyonville-134378954" target="_blank">121 Frith Mill Road </a>features curved roof line, exposed internal timber pillars and exposed brick walls. 
The home offers centrally located open plan kitchen and lounge/dining with Ned Kelly woodier heater. 
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The master suite with ensuite opens onto an east-facing deck with lake views. 
At the opposite end of the house, there are two additional bedrooms, bathroom and laundry or wet room.
There is a lakeside studio with loft bedroom and kitchenette. 
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Additional features of Rooville include triple carport, woodshed, vegetable garden with berries and rainwater tanks. 
It is located close to the popular tourist towns of Daylesford, Trentham, Kyneton and Woodend. 
Kim McQueen and Robert Broadhurst of McQueen Broadhurst Real Estate Kyneton &amp; Dylesford have the listing. 
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Lyonville trophy home on 6.5 ha bushland has listing price cut

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A renovated Queenslander in Kalinga, Queensland has gone under offer after hitting the market in xxx with $2.1 million hopes. 
The five bedroom, three bathroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-kalinga-134360750" target="_blank">148 Kent Road</a> is surrounded by the leafy streets of Kent Road.
Last traded for $390,000 back in 2000, the 1905 built Queenslander has three main living areas, a study, large kitchen, alfresco entertainment area and swimming pool. 
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Nestled on a large 810sqm block, the home also features polished timber floors, pressed metal ceilings and space for four cars. 
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Located only 8km from the Brisbane CBD, it is close to major shopping precincts, trial station and Brisbane Airport. 
Tyson Clarke of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty Brisbane marketed the home
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Kalinga renovated Queenslander under offer

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Camas, a 4ha property with open gardens in Dural, NSW has been offered for the first time in 53 years.
Surrounded by sweeping lawns, rose and vegetable gardens, the two storey double brick home is situated at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-dural-134438406" target="_blank">465 Glaston Road</a>. 
The family home comprises six bedrooms, two verandahs, and multiple dining and living areas with views of the surrounding gardens. 
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It also features high ceilings, marble fireplace and the use of Australian Cedar throughout the home.
The home is situated only moments to local shops, schools, playing fields and 40 minutes to Sydney CBD.
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The property offers the buyer potential with the option of subdividing into two parcels (STC).
Kate Lumby and Will Hampson of Lumby Hampson Dural have the listing.  
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Camas, Dural trophy home listed for the first time in 53 years

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A retreat surrounded by rainforests in Northern New South Wales has hit the market with $2.9 million hopes. 
It has been listed by Carol Carter from Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty Main Beach.  
Positioned on near 53 hectares of unspoiled environment, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-acreage+semi-rural-nsw-urliup-134551258" target="_blank">1110 Urliup Road, Urliup</a> comprises a three-bedroom main residence and three self-contained villas. 
The main residence features expansive living areas, well-equipped kitchen, wooden ceilings and natural timber floors.  The trio of accompanying one-bedroom options, which currently serve as holiday rentals, is designed to incorporate distinct reflections of the natural environment.
<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/po.images/2020/10/10/urliup%202.jpg" alt=""> The Waterfall Villa is nestled in the heart of Urliup’s bush range and comes with an outdoor alfresco area.
The Fountain View Villa boasts a open-plan bedroom/living area, a rainfall shower and double chromotherapy spa bath.
The he Mountain View Villa is a bush paradise lined with decor from the hinterland surrounds.
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