ANZ believes the Reserve Bank is in no rush to move again.

Following the release of the May Monetary Policy Board Minutes, ANZ has taken the view that the RBA is now firmly in a holding pattern, with the cumulative impact of previous rate hikes giving the Board scope to assess how the economy evolves from here.

That positioning, in ANZ’s view, makes a June rate hike unlikely.

The bank continues to expect the cash rate to remain unchanged at 4.35 per cent for an extended period, with the RBA adopting what is effectively a wait-and-see approach.

The Minutes point to a Board that sees financial conditions as already restrictive, but without a clear read on just how restrictive they are. That uncertainty has shifted the focus away from immediate policy action and toward monitoring both domestic conditions and global developments, particularly the conflict in the Middle East.

As ANZ interprets it, the Board is deliberately avoiding strong forward guidance.

Instead, it is allowing itself flexibility, acknowledging that monetary policy has limited ability to influence the near-term trajectory of inflation, while also recognising that economic growth is likely to remain below potential for some time.

Despite that pause in momentum, ANZ notes that the Board still carries a tightening bias.

The Minutes reveal that, in weighing up its decision, the Board seriously considered another 25 basis point increase. The key debate centred on the trade-off between inflation and activity, particularly in the context of global uncertainty.

Ultimately, most members leaned toward the inflation side of that equation.

Underlying inflation is still expected to remain above target for an extended period, regardless of how external risks evolve. That has led to a view within the Board that the risks to its inflation objective have increased, and that the current cash rate may not be sufficiently restrictive to fully contain those pressures.

That’s important.

While the decision, for now, is to hold, the underlying tone of the Minutes suggests the door to further tightening has not been closed.

ANZ also points to commentary from Assistant Governor (Economic) Sarah Hunter, who highlighted the risk that inflation could pass through the economy more quickly and broadly than in previous cycles. Both Hunter and a majority of the Board expressed concern that inflation expectations could become less anchored after such a prolonged period above target.

That combination, persistent inflation and the risk of expectations shifting, is what continues to underpin the RBA’s cautious stance.

However, where ANZ diverges from the RBA is on the outlook for activity.

The Board appears relatively comfortable with current spending patterns, effectively downplaying recent declines in business and consumer sentiment. It notes that sentiment has historically been only weakly correlated with actual spending, and that feedback from its liaison program has not yet pointed to a meaningful slowdown in consumption.

ANZ is less convinced.

The bank believes the link between household disposable income, sentiment and spending is more direct than the RBA is currently acknowledging. With inflation continuing to erode real incomes, ANZ expects household spending to soften more materially than the central bank is forecasting.

That divergence matters because it shifts the balance of risk.

If activity weakens more than expected, the trade-off between inflation and growth changes. In ANZ’s view, that would reduce the need for further tightening and reinforce the case for the RBA to remain on hold.

It also suggests that the current policy setting may already be doing more work than the Board fully appreciates.

The broader takeaway from ANZ’s interpretation is that the RBA is walking a narrow path.

On one side sits the risk of inflation remaining elevated for longer than expected. On the other is the growing pressure on households and the potential for a sharper slowdown in activity.

For now, the Board is choosing to wait.

But it is a pause that still carries an underlying tightening bias, rather than a clear pivot toward easing.

In practical terms, that leaves the cash rate anchored at 4.35 per cent for the foreseeable future, with the next move still uncertain.

For borrowers, it reinforces the reality that relief is not imminent.

And for the broader economy, it highlights the delicate balance the RBA is trying to strike, between bringing inflation back to target and avoiding an unnecessarily sharp slowdown in growth.

According to ANZ, it is a balance that is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain.

Joel Robinson

RBA to hold rates for "prolonged period" rather than hikes: ANZ

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/venturecrowd-property-projects">VentureCrowd</a> is down to the final Canopy Villa release at Cumulus Grand Villas in Carrara, as construction continues on the 59-residence gated community positioned above 100 hectares of natural savanna on the Gold Coast.

The remaining Canopy Villa forms part of one of four collections within the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>-designed community and has attracted interest from buyers seeking larger-format homes that combine privacy, security and low-maintenance living. Positioned within a private cul-de-sac and facing a protected black she oak forest, the four-bedroom villa includes a large private outdoor area suited to pet owners and families wanting more flexible space.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/cumulus-grand-villas-carrara-17-baltimore-court-carrara-qld-4211">Cumulus Grand Villas</a>, located at 17 Baltimore Court, comprises a mix of three and four-bedroom villas across the Skyline, Canopy, Savanna and Broadview collections. Prices currently range from $1.455 million to $1.895 million, with the final Canopy Villa priced from $1.825 million.

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The Canopy Collection villas offer four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and approximately 245 sqm of internal space, alongside double garages and landscaped private areas. Expansive glazing, open-plan living spaces and private balconies have been designed to maximise natural light and outlooks toward the surrounding savanna landscape.

Construction is now underway across the fully funded development, which VentureCrowd says has become an increasingly important consideration for buyers assessing off-the-plan opportunities on the Gold Coast. The project is being delivered by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/devcon">Devcon Property Group</a>, which has operated in South East Queensland since 1993 and delivered more than 1,000 homes across the region.

VentureCrowd Director of Property David Whitting previously said the project responds to changing buyer priorities in the prestige Gold Coast market.

“Flexible floorplans have proven particularly relevant for purchasers aged between 40 and 65, including next home buyers, downsizers and investors,” Whitting said.

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The buyer profile at Cumulus has reflected that shift toward owner-occupier-driven demand. Stuart Towns and Tracey Loynes recently purchased a Canopy Villa, drawn to both the lifestyle offering and the flexibility the home provided for their next stage of living together.

The couple, who met three years ago, sold their Robina home earlier this year after identifying what they saw as strong long-term investment potential at Cumulus while remaining within the same Gold Coast market. The villa’s private backyard was a major drawcard for their dog Luna, while proximity to golf courses including Emerald Lakes also aligned with their lifestyle interests.

Beyond the residences themselves, the community has been planned around shared lifestyle and recreation amenities. The Infinity Terrace will include a 20-metre heated pool, barbecue facilities, alfresco dining spaces and elevated retreat areas overlooking the surrounding landscape. Walking trails, a private nature reserve, orchard and herb garden are also integrated into the masterplan.

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BDA Architecture Director Darren Greenaway said the design approach was heavily influenced by the site’s outlook and secluded setting.

The practice sought to create what Greenaway described as a “little piece of paradise,” drawing inspiration from the elevated views, surrounding greenery and quiet location.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/carrara-qld-4211">Carrara</a> continues to attract buyers seeking larger homes within proximity to the coast but without direct beachfront pricing. Cumulus sits within easy reach of Broadbeach, Pacific Fair, Robina Town Centre and the M1, providing connections north to Brisbane and south toward the Gold Coast Airport and northern New South Wales.

The first stage of Cumulus Grand Villas is targeting completion in 2026.

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VentureCrowd nears sell-out of Canopy Collection at Cumulus Grand Villas in Carrara

Waverley Council has made a call that many councils have been reluctant to make publicly. Growth is coming, regardless of who controls it.

The release of the Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan is less about whether the Eastern Suburbs’ primary centre will change, and more about how that change is shaped, funded, and ultimately experienced on the ground. Waverley Council has released a 100-page plan which is effectively the first comprehensive blueprint for Bondi Junction in over two decades, and in doing so, signals a clear shift in how councils are positioning themselves in the current planning environment.

For the past 18 months, the conversation across New South Wales has been dominated by the State Government’s Low and Mid-Rise Housing reforms and the emergence of the Housing Delivery Authority pathway. Both have created faster, more centralised avenues for development approvals, particularly in well-located, infrastructure-rich areas like Bondi Junction.

Waverley Council’s response has been to move early, and decisively.

Rather than react to individual proposals as they come through the HDA or broader State-led reforms, Council has sought to establish a clear, place-based framework that sets the terms for how Bondi Junction evolves. The underlying position is relatively straightforward: if densification is inevitable, it should be tied to infrastructure, public domain improvements, and a cohesive vision for the centre, not delivered piecemeal through ad hoc applications.

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At its core, the document is attempting to reposition Bondi Junction from what it largely functions as today, a transport interchange anchored by a major retail centre, into something far more layered. The ambition is to transform it into what the plan describes as the “civic and cultural heart of Sydney’s East,” a place that is active beyond commuting hours and capable of supporting a broader mix of uses, experiences and communities.

That repositioning is built around four key ambitions.

The first is to create a true destination. Bondi Junction already attracts significant foot traffic, with more than 86,000 daily transport users and millions of annual retail visits, but much of that activity is transient. People pass through, rather than stay.

The Master Plan seeks to change that dynamic. It leans heavily into the idea of an “18-hour economy,” extending activity well beyond traditional retail hours through dining, cultural programming, events, and a more active night-time offering. This is not just about adding more hospitality venues, but about fundamentally shifting how the centre operates, from a daytime shopping destination to a place that functions across the full span of the day and into the evening.

Oxford Street Mall sits at the centre of that shift.

Long seen as underperforming relative to its potential, the Mall is identified as one of the key catalyst projects in the plan. It is to be reimagined as a day-to-night spine, combining retail, dining, wellness and cultural uses in a way that creates a continuous flow of activity. Outdoor dining, rooftop venues, laneway activation and a curated events program are all part of the strategy, alongside significant public domain upgrades that aim to improve comfort, safety and usability.

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The second ambition is to transform Bondi Junction into a world-class interchange.

Despite being one of the most heavily used transport nodes in Sydney, the current experience is fragmented. Connections between the station, Westfield, Oxford Street Mall and surrounding streets are often unclear, and major roads create physical barriers that disrupt pedestrian movement.

The Master Plan proposes a more seamless, people-focused network. That includes clearer pedestrian links, improved wayfinding, better integration between transport modes, and a rethinking of how arrival into the centre is experienced. The aim is to shift the perception of Bondi Junction from a place people move through, to a place they arrive in.

The third ambition focuses on greening and open space.

One of the more consistent pieces of community feedback throughout the Vision phase was the need for more greenery, better public spaces, and a more comfortable urban environment. Despite being surrounded by major parks, Bondi Junction itself has relatively limited accessible open space, with much of the public realm dominated by hard surfaces and traffic infrastructure.

The plan responds with a network of new and upgraded public spaces, increased tree canopy, and what it terms the “Parkline,” a green link connecting Waverley Park through to Centennial Park. This is not just about aesthetics. It is about addressing heat, improving liveability, and ensuring that increased density is matched by access to high-quality outdoor space.

The fourth ambition is perhaps the most important from a development perspective: growth that gives back.

Bondi Junction is already the primary location for new housing supply in the Waverley LGA, and that is expected to continue. The area carries a target of 2,400 new dwellings by 2029, with further growth projected beyond that as demand for well-located housing continues to rise. The Master Plan does not seek to limit that growth. Instead, it attempts to shape it.

New housing is to be concentrated around transport, with stepped building heights designed to protect the character of surrounding neighbourhoods. At the same time, the plan introduces a more explicit link between development uplift and public benefit. This is where value capture becomes central.

The document outlines a framework where increased development potential is tied to contributions that fund public domain improvements, community infrastructure, open space, and affordable housing. It is an approach that recognises that much of the transformation of Bondi Junction will be delivered by the private sector, but seeks to ensure that the benefits of that growth are shared more broadly. The Civic Precinct is a key part of that equation.

Leveraging Council-owned land, the plan proposes a consolidated civic and cultural hub centred around Ebley Street. This would include new community facilities, cultural spaces, and potentially a new Council Chambers, creating a focal point for civic life that currently does not exist in Bondi Junction at scale.

It is one of several catalyst projects identified in the Master Plan, alongside the Oxford Street Mall transformation. These projects are intended to anchor change, acting as early interventions that unlock broader investment across the precinct.

Importantly, the Master Plan is not just a design document. It includes a delivery framework that sets out how these ambitions are intended to be realised.

Council is explicit in acknowledging that it cannot deliver the transformation alone. Implementation will require coordination between State agencies, private developers, landowners and the community, with a mix of planning agreements, infrastructure contributions and direct delivery mechanisms used to fund and stage improvements over time.

The plan outlines a mix of short-term, medium-term and long-term actions, from immediate public domain upgrades and planning controls, through to larger-scale projects that will unfold over the next decade or more. In practical terms, the next 12 to 24 months will be the most important.

This is when the Master Plan will move through exhibition, refinement and eventual adoption. It is also the period in which Council will seek to embed the framework into its planning controls, giving it weight in the assessment of future development applications.

Council officers have indicated that once the Master Plan is in place, it could be used as a benchmark when assessing Housing Delivery Authority proposals, and potentially reduce the need for further HDA declarations within Bondi Junction. In effect, it is an attempt to bring planning control back to the local level, while still aligning with State housing targets.

That tension between State-led reform and local planning control is not unique to Waverley. It is playing out across Sydney.

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If delivered as intended, Bondi Junction will become denser, more active, and more complex. It will support more residents, more workers, and a wider range of uses, extending beyond its current retail core into a more layered urban environment.

“The civic and cultural heart of Sydney’s East”: Bondi Junction masterplan revealed

Toorak's dress circle St Georges Road, home to some of the city's priciest homes, is set for a rare new apartment development.

Blood Diamond Group, an entity tied to Tina Brandi, wife of David Brandi who has been a prolific bidder on The Block over the years, has filed plans for an ultra-exclusive development across an amalgamated 3,662 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/104-106-st-georges-road-toorak-vic-3142">104 and 106 St Georges Road</a>.

The proposal would replace two existing homes on the riverfront site with a five-level apartment building cascading down the steeply sloping land toward the Yarra River. Designed by Charles Wright Architects, the development has been carefully shaped around the site’s topography and river environs, with the upper levels stepping back to reduce visual bulk from both St Georges Road and the Yarra corridor.

Planning documents describe the proposal as “a site layout and building typology that is consistent with the emerging character of the area and which provides exceptional amenity for future residents without compromising that of neighbouring properties.”&nbsp;

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The scheme comprises 12 apartments, including 10 three-bedroom residences, one one-bedroom apartment, and a substantial split-level five-bedroom penthouse. A 624 sqm communal rooftop terrace will crown the building, while three undercroft levels embedded into the hillside will accommodate apartments and basement parking.

The design leverages the site’s dramatic northern outlook across the Yarra River, with living areas and balconies oriented toward the water. A central atrium running the full height of the building is intended to draw natural light deep into the residences and improve internal amenity.

Landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo Design &amp; Landscape</a> will play a major role in softening the built form, particularly along the river edge where significant setbacks have been introduced. The proposal includes a minimum 30-metre setback from the Yarra River boundary, preserving a substantial landscaped buffer between the development and the waterway.

While a mature English Oak near the front of the site is proposed for removal, the plans retain a large English Elm closer to the riverfront, alongside other established vegetation in the lower section of the property.

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Architecturally, the building adopts strong horizontal forms with expansive glazing and curved balcony edges facing the river. Planning documents note the upper levels “adopt a receding form” to ensure the building responds appropriately to the Yarra River environs overlay controls.&nbsp;

The surrounding streetscape is characterised by large contemporary homes embedded into the hillside, many presenting as modest one or two-storey forms to the street before expanding toward the river frontage below. The planning report notes this established pattern heavily influenced the massing strategy for Toorak Pavilion.&nbsp;

Until the recent sale of the landmark Clendon Road mansion Coonac for around $130 million, St Georges Road held the state's most expensive home, the $80,000,088 derelict "Ghost House" mansion that was bought by crypto king Ed Craven.&nbsp;

Blair House, also on St Georges Road, sold for $74.5 million in 2022.

First look: Toorak Pavilions slated for dress circle St Georges Road

Six months after a development site on Kangaroo Point’s Shafston Avenue sold for $6.55 million, plans have been lodged for a 23-storey apartment tower.

A company named JMT Mega Capital, understood to be interstate investors when the 1,222 sqm double block traded late last year through Patona Property, is proposing an 84-apartment development in place of the existing low-rise buildings.

The slender tower at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/212-220-shafston-avenue-east-brisbane-qld-4169">212–220 Shafston Avenue</a>, overlooking the Brisbane River, has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/aplus-design-group">Aplus Design Group</a>. It will comprise a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments above six basement levels, topped by rooftop resident amenities.

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The development has been designed as a vertically articulated tower with recessed balconies, curved façades and planted edges intended to soften its scale within the evolving Shafston Avenue skyline. In the submitted Urban Design Report, Aplus Design Group said the tower had been “shaped with a slender vertical expression, articulated façades, recessed balcony zones, integrated planting and a clearly defined podium relationship, helping to reduce perceived bulk and create a more elegant contribution to the Shafston Avenue streetscape and broader Kangaroo Point skyline.”

The scheme comprises 84 apartments, including 25 one-bedroom units, 34 two-bedroom apartments and 25 three-bedroom residences. A total of 104 car spaces are proposed across six basement levels, including resident, visitor and accessible parking.

Residents will have access to rooftop communal open space and shared amenities, while the development also incorporates deep planting zones and subtropical landscaping throughout the podium and tower levels. The project includes 35 per cent communal space coverage across the site and a 17.5 per cent deep soil zone allocation to support urban greening outcomes.

The application exceeds the mapped building height under the Kangaroo Point Peninsula Neighbourhood Plan and is being assessed under Brisbane City Council’s impact assessment pathway. The design team argues the additional height is supported by the site’s strategic inner-city location, existing high-density zoning, and proximity to transport and employment hubs.

“The design has been developed to make better use of a well-serviced urban site within an established high-density residential setting, while improving the street presentation and overall quality of the public realm interface,” the report states.

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The proposal adds to a growing pipeline of apartment developments reshaping Kangaroo Point ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games, with demand continuing to strengthen for new housing supply in well-connected inner-city precincts.

Mosaic has nearly sold out its under-construction <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-bedford-by-mosaic-16-30-prospect-street-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">The Bedford by Mosaic</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-carter-by-mosaic-77-linton-street-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">The Carter</a>,&nbsp;while Pikos recently completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/skye-residences-by-pikos-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Skye Residences</a> nearby. Pikos is also delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/gaia-kangaroo-point-108-lambert-street-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Gaia</a>, over 230 three- and four-bedroom apartments on Lambert Street.

First look: 23-storey Kangaroo Point apartment tower planned for Shafston Avenue riverfront precinct

Walking Tour

In the last few years Ormond, the small, near Bayside suburb, has grown to become one of Melbourne's most sought-after areas.

On the fringes of Brighton and Caulfield, Ormond is well connected to the rest of Melbourne through extensive bus&nbsp;and train network, as well as&nbsp;access to major road networks.

The small pocket in the Glen Eira district has grown substantially, and is&nbsp;now brimming with&nbsp;bustling retail precincts, extensive amenities and education options, as well as having many spacious public parks and gardens, and of course its proximity to Brighton Beach.

Ormond came to life more than 150 years ago, growing with the nearby CBD while still maintaining its community charm of a Bayside lifestyle.

Set to take advantage of the growth in the suburb is Walsh Grange, a contemporary collection of just 23&nbsp;apartments, developed in a joint venture between CQ Property Development and Loi Projects.

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A short stroll from Ormond Station, Walsh Grange offers one, two and three-bedroom residences, designed by&nbsp;local architecture firm Telha Clarke.

Named after its corner location bordering Walsh and Grange Street, Walsh Grange&nbsp;has been designed to deliver the security of community and the comfort of a private, premium residence.

It puts residents near Ormond's own&nbsp;shopping precinct, as well as&nbsp;&nbsp;takes advantage of a number of nearby shopping strips, including Carnegie,&nbsp;Bentleigh&nbsp;and Caulfield.

The Chadstone Shopping Centre, with more than 500 stores and boutiques, is one of Australia’s largest retail experiences, alongside a range of medical, financial and entertainment amenity, there’s a multitude of restaurants and cafes serving an impressive diversity of international and local dishes. That's just 10 minutes away.

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Families can find many of Melbourne’s finest schools within proximity to the development, with private schools like Kilvington Grammar, to state schools like&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/bentleigh-vic-3204">Bentleigh</a>&nbsp;Secondary College and McKinnon Secondary College. The jewel in the crown is its close proximity to Monash University, one of Australia’s top tertiary institutions.

Within ten minutes you can find yourself by the bay at North Road foreshore where there is a beach side bike path stretching around the southern bay for kilometres.

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Playgrounds, parks, sporting grounds and facilities, gardens, pools, bike paths and trails, Walsh Grange is surrounded by an incredible array of public outdoor spaces and activities.

It’s key to what makes Walsh Grange in Ormond such a hidden gem – an impressive collection of residences expanded by convenient amenity and places to enrich your life.

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Ormond came to life more than 150 years ago, growing with the nearby CBD while still maintaining its community charm of a Bayside lifestyle.

Stepping Out: What's around Walsh Grange in Ormond 

Keysborough, south-east of Melbourne, has become one of the most popular destinations during the COVID-enduced exodus from the city.

The suburb, near Dandenong, has established itself as a combination of affordable property, family-friendly lifestyle choices, and a commutable distance to the city.

Keysborough has attracted a number of young families, young professionals, and even downsizers, in the last few years, with the suburb recording price growth of 17.2 per cent.

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It&#39;s close to surrounding beaches, including Aspendale and Parkdale Beach, as well as a number of parks, the biggest being Tatterson Park, which features an outdoor soccer pitch, a dog park, and an outdoor gym.

There&#39;s education for all, from the newly-built Keysborough Gardens Primary School, to Haileybury College, which the&nbsp;local council has announced plans to build&nbsp;a kindergarten and community event space, next to&nbsp;the Keysborough South Community Centre.

One of the most popular Keysborough developments that is being snapped up by young families is&nbsp;Haven Townhomes, the affordable townhouse collection developed by Aultun Property Group.

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The Keysborough&nbsp;development has been designed&nbsp;by Cera Stribley Architects, who designed&nbsp;luxury developments like Edition in Toorak and Tate in Kew.

There are currently only a handful three-bedroom townhomes still for sale, priced from $714,000.

Each townhome is surrounded by verdant greenery, and the Haven Gardens is a central feature of the development, offering residents a green community space.

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Keysborough has attracted a number of young families, young professionals, and even downsizers, in the last few years, with the suburb recording price growth of 17.2 per cent

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Why Keysborough is attracting young families, as well as first home buyers

Thomas Street is the first apartment building within the $2 billion Moonee Valley Park masterplan, currently underway by property developer Hamton and joint venture partners Hostplus and Moonee Valley Racing Club.

Rising six storeys, Thomas Street was designed by the award-winning Rothelowman, who partnered with Hamton for much of the residential work across the project alongside interior design firm Mim Design and Tract Landscape Architects.

Situated in the heart of Moonee Ponds, a sought-after inner-city locale in Melbourne&rsquo;s north-west, Thomas Street offers residents a choice across 69 one, two and three bedroom residences, however the one bedders are now sold out.

Two bedroom apartments start at $645,000 while three-bedders start from $1,090,000.

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The building overlooks the leafy greenery of the peaceful Residents Garden. There&rsquo;s a lush vertical garden fa&ccedil;ade and green-laden outdoor areas perfect for entertaining and dining alfresco.

Thomas Street residents will have access to plenty of amenities and services including optional car charging stations and a dog wash station inside. Plus, within the nearby future sister building, there is a lobby, concierge and delivery services on offer.

Located a short walk away inside the Moonee Valley Park masterplan will be Stonepine Square, a Mediterranean style piazza, as well as Cox Place, a dynamic village designed to fulfill convenience and lifestyle needs, from caf&eacute; culture to a social hot spot, business heart and wellness hub.

The nearby Puckle Street offers an established lifestyle destination with abundant boutiques, eateries, and the shopping heart of Moonee Ponds Central.

Delivered in the stages following Thomas Street and Feehan Row, Hamton have kept health in mind with a future Wellness Sanctuary and gymnasium, as well as a rooftop pool with city and racetrack views, accessible to Thomas St residents, and available on an opt-in basis for Feehan Row residents.&nbsp;

The crowning Jewel of the Moonee Valley Park master-plan, the racing club known as The Valley. With a new grandstand, the Moonee Valley Racing Club aims to be the premier night racing venue and is already home to major races like the Cox Plate.

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Beyond the Moonee Valley masterplan are a number of shopping options like the nearby Woolworths and Coles in the Moonee Ponds Central Shopping Centre home to numerous specialty stores and eateries.

There is also a thriving nightlife, tour bars like Holmes Hall, Mighty Moonee Ponds and Deluxe Bar, if night races aren&rsquo;t for you.&nbsp;

Thomas Street is just a few blocks away from Pascoe Vale Road, along which is a convenient tram line. It&nbsp;is&nbsp;now under construction with completion anticipated by end 2022.

Situated in the heart of Moonee Ponds, a sought-after inner-city locale in Melbourne’s north-west, Thomas Street offers residents a choice across 69 one, two and three bedroom residences

A day in the life of a Thomas Street resident at Moonee Valley Park

St Boulevard is the latest residential development by The Shakespeare Group, located in a prime position on the corner of St Kilda Rd and High Street, and at the southern tip of Albert Park Lake.

St Boulevard, made up of three towers&nbsp;Magnolia, Anaca and Ginko, puts residents on the fringes of Albert and Fawkner Parks, and a short stroll to the eclectic St Kilda and Prahran precincts.

Shakespeare Group described the development as being set&nbsp;between a concrete jungle and a bohemian hub, with some of the unique&nbsp;boutiques and restaurants lining Fitzroy and Acland Streets just a few minutes away.

The development is centered around a lush garden with the building&#39;s namesake tree&#39;s at the fore linking to interior amenity and facilities.

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St Boulevard is within walking distance to Albert Park to the west and the Royal Botanic Gardens to the east, with many apartments holding views over the green landscape. The&nbsp;parklands are described as&nbsp;Melbourne&rsquo;s green lungs,&nbsp;with access to the winding Yarra River trails and waterways&nbsp;for residents to explore.

Just across the Yarra is the Melbourne sports precinct, home to the MCG,&nbsp;Rod Laver Arena, Hisense Arena and AAMI Park.

Some of Melbourne&rsquo;s best cultural and entertainment venues are close by&nbsp;as it&#39;s not far from the heart of&nbsp;Melbourne&rsquo;s arts precinct. That includes the Shrine of Remembrance,&nbsp;Malthouse Theatre, NGV and&nbsp;ACCA.

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For those looking for more than just a stroll, other exercise options include the Tennis World Albert Reserve,&nbsp;Fawkner Park Tennis Court, Albert Park Golf Courses and many gyms, including the one on offer exclusively to residents at&nbsp;St Boulevard.

After sweating it out enjoy some of the best food Melbourne has to offer on High Street, Putt Road and Flinders Street, home to such classics like&nbsp;The Kettle Black,&nbsp;Entrecote,&nbsp;Hunters Kitchen &amp; Bar,&nbsp;Bistro Gitan, The Emerson, France-Soir, Prahran Market and many many more.

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St Boulevard, made up of three towers Magnolia, Anaca and Ginko, puts residents on the fringes of Albert and Fawkner Parks, and a short stroll to the eclectic St Kilda and Prahran precincts

Why St Boulevard's St Kilda Road location can not be repeated

Macquarie York&rsquo;s latest Gold Coast development, Allure, is set to deliver a luxurious living experience within the exclusive Chevron Island community.

Designed by BDA Architects, the development will feature 95 residences in two, three and four-bedroom configurations.

Director of BDA Architects, Darren Greenaway, says &ldquo;[it is] ambitious in execution and extravagant in vision, this landmark development will stand as the ideal address for a suburb on the move.&rdquo;

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Situated on the corner of Burra Street and Dalpura Street, residents will be immersed in the art and celebration that defines the Gold Coast.

With works on a nearby cultural precinct underway, Allure will be nearby a thriving 16.9-hectare destination for both visitors and locals.

The precinct will offer a 5,000-capacity garden-style amphitheatre, as well as a pedestrian and cycle bridge connecting Chevron Island and Surfers Paradise.

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&ldquo;Artscape works around Evandale Lake will activate artistic programmes, markets, festivals, cinema and family recreation&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

For those who enjoy indulging in great food, Surfers Paradise offers some of the finest choices of dining options, with prime culinary destinations including Etsu Izayaka, Seascape and QT Hotels&rsquo; Bazaar.

Defined by its coastal lifestyle and beautiful beaches, residents can enjoy being within minutes of Surfers&rsquo; sprawling coastline.

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Clear waters and white sandy beaches boast &ldquo;a true paradise&rdquo;, perfect for surfers, swimmers, joggers and sun-seekers.

The new foreshore is active throughout the day with walkers and cyclists taking advantage of the beachfront and boulevard.

One of Australia&rsquo;s largest and Queensland&rsquo;s premier shopping destinations is within close proximity to the development, the recently renovated Pacific Fair, as well as other boutiques and markets.

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A shopping mecca for most visitors, the Gold Coast offers great shopping spots, including Chevron Renaissance, Orchid Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre.

Surfers Paradise is also an entertainment precinct that makes the neighbourhood so desired by its residents.

&ldquo;Indulge in five-star luxury at the newly revamped Star Casino or hit the fairways at some of Australia&rsquo;s most renowned golf courses&rdquo;, the developers said.

There will always be something to satisfy your social appetite, with the Surfers Paradise light rail station being moments from your door, connecting you to everything there is to offer on the Gold Coast.

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Defined by its coastal lifestyle and beautiful beaches, residents can enjoy being within minutes of Surfers’ sprawling coastline

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Spotlight on Chevron Island: What's within walking distance of Allure apartments

The latest inner-Brisbane apartment project by the local developer Dibcorp Properties is Bide, which is located in the heart of the upmarket riverfront suburb of Newstead.

The location of the 89-apartment development Bide, at 21 Longland Street, puts it just a stone&#39;s throw from the Brisbane River, and the convenience of the Teneriffe Ferry Wharf which connects the suburb to the CBD.

Residents will have immediate access to&nbsp;Gasworks Plaza on the adjoining Skyring Terrace riverfront street, which is home to a Woolworths and a numb er of other stores, as well as restaurants, cafes and coffee shops like Ping Pong, Yolk and Campos Coffee.&nbsp;

On Longland Street there&#39;s the popular eateries&nbsp;include Smoky Moo, The Defiant Duck, Drum Dining and the Milky Lane Newstead.

Cutting across Longland are a number of side streets like Stratton and Wyandra, which have a number of retailers and boutiques for residents to explore like a Think 24hr fitness, Smile Studio, and Brisbane Skin.

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Designed in collaboration with architects from Twohill &amp; James, Lat27 and Wiltshire Stevens Architecture.

Nestled in the heart of Newstead, the 89 residence apartment tower has been designed as an urban getaway just 3 kilometres north-east of the Brisbane CBD.

It is the latest part of the suburb&#39;s transformation to an up-market residential suburb belying its industrial past. Timber yards, asbestos works, wharves and woolstores once dominated much of the predominantly commercial suburb, now one of the most sought-after apartment spots in Brisbane.

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Bide is just a short distance away from Route 25 as well as the Teneriffe Ferry wharf and bus stations for those who choose public transit. As such it is right by the Brisbane river.

The proximity to schooling, as well the large three-bedroom apartments on offer, make Bide attractive for families. The nearby educational institutions include:

<ul>
	<li>Torrens University Australia - Satellite campus - 1.4km away</li>
	<li>University of Queensland - Satellite campus - 1.9km away</li>
	<li>Queensland University of Technology - Main campus - 3.3km away</li>
	<li>New Farm State School - Public School - 1 km away</li>
	<li>Music Industry College - Private School - 1.1km away</li>
	<li>Angelorum College - Private School - 1.1km away</li>
</ul>

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Dibcorp has offered residents the opportunity to work hand in hand to tailor the layout, configuration and finishes of their apartment.&nbsp;

Apartments inside feature open-plan living and dining, a balcony space and a study nook in some apartments for working from home.

Inside, residents can enjoy 600 sqm of amenity across two levels, including barbeque facilities, private cabanas, landscaped areas and seated space throughout.

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Nestled in the heart of Newstead, the 89 residence apartment tower has been designed as an urban getaway just 3 kilometres north-east of the Brisbane CBD

Walking tour of Newstead: What's within walking distance from Bide apartments

Founded as a township in the 1850s, the Melbourne suburb of Box Hill has&nbsp;grown in to a small city in its own right.

In the 1950s, Box Hill was absorbed into Melbourne as part of the eastward expansion. Now the area is home to Melbourne&#39;s&nbsp;tallest high-rise buildings outside the CBD, creating the Victorian capital&#39;s second city just 14 kilometres east of Melbourne&#39;s city centre.

A major transportation hub for Melbourne&#39;s eastern suburbs, Box Hill is home to one of the city&#39;s busiest train stations, located beneath Box Hill Central.

Box Hill&#39;s newest apartment development, Spring Street, has investors and first home buyers looking for value in an area which is only continuing to grow.

Developed by Orion International Group and designed by the award-winning architecture firm Elenberg Fraser, the tower will have 312 one, two and three- bedroom apartments as well as a number of amenities, including a pool, gym and sauna.

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Future residents will be within touching distance of a number of amenities, starting from the ground level of the tower, which will home a number of retail and dining options.

Spring St, on the corner of Spring and Nelson Street, is just&nbsp;a couple of hundred&nbsp;metres away from the Box Hill RSL and Bowls Club, adjacent to the Box Hill Gardens, a one kilometre urban park with sports courts, a running track, barbecue areas, ponds, and a playground.

Spring Street is located just across from the Hospital district of Box Hill, with Box Hill Hospital down the street, as well as Epworth Eastern and Eastern Heart Victoria. Just down Whitehorse Road are the Box Hill Library and Police Station.

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Spring St is close to a number of Box Hill&rsquo;s most well-known restaurants and cafes, including Fountain&#39;s Licensed Restaurant, Second Wife, Nelson and Dainty Sichuan Food - Box Hill.

A short distance away is the bustling Station Street intersection, home to a part of the Box Hill nightlife with a number of bars and clubs.&nbsp;Box Hill Central, just a short walk, has a number of retailers and is anchored&nbsp;by a Coles.

Educational institutions for all ages are a short distance away, including MONT ALBERT Primary, Our Lady of Sion College, Box Hill High and Box Hill institute.

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Other than the choice location, Spring Street&rsquo;s affordable prices are also contributing to its popularity, with one-bedroom apartments starting from $395,000 and two-bedrooms priced from $545,000, well below Melbourne&#39;s median of $610,000, calculated by CoreLogic.

The generously sized apartments start from 52 sqm for the one-bedroom apartments, with a further eight sqm of balconies. The average size of one-bedroom apartments in Melbourne is sub-50 sqm.

Spring Street is set for completion in 2024.

Set in a quiet and leafy area in the bustling heart of Box Hill, Spring St provides convenient public transport, with the 109 tram, trains and buses nearby, as well as local shops and cafes

Box Hill walking tour: What can I walk to from Box Hill's newest apartment development, Spring St

Piper Townhomes is the latest release in AVJenning&#39;s Waterline Place masterplan&nbsp;in the bayside suburb of Williamstown.&nbsp;

The boutique collection of just 14&nbsp;townhouses designed and constructed by their in-house team facing Nelson Place.

Piper is just one of&nbsp;14 apartment and townhouse developments that will call Waterline Place home, AVJennings are planning for 500 residences located in and around a sea of&nbsp;pedestrian-friendly, streets and laneways.

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Located close to the convenient public transport that is&nbsp;the Williamstown train station 400 metres away, Piper townhomes are 9km from the Melbourne CBD.

Within walking distance is Hobson Bay, offering&nbsp;cafes, restaurants, supermarket, shops, swimming beaches and renowned boating clubs.

Some of the fine dining establishments on Nelson Place include&nbsp;The Strand, Titanic Bistro &amp; Show,&nbsp;Monzarella Italian and Tick Tok. Further afield are Sebastion and Rotunda by the Williamstown Botanic Gardens.

Residents can discover the walking trails of Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park or catch the cricket at the Williamstown Cricket Ground near Seaview Williamstown a breezy location for seaside events.

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As Piper is so close to the coast, there a number of scenic hotspots to check out including&nbsp;Point Gellibrand Lookout,&nbsp;Williamstown Timeball Tower and Gem Pier where residents can get a closer look at the HMAS Castlemaine, a ship museum indicative of Williamstown&#39;s tight naval connections

Representative of Williamstown&#39;s maritime history, large scale maritime industry dominates Williamstown&#39;s piers precinct and a maritime theme characterises the Nelson Place tourism precinct close-by.

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Residents can discover the walking trails of Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park or catch the cricket at the Williamstown Cricket Ground near Hobson Bay

A walking tour of Williamstown: What's around the Waterline Place masterplan?

The location of Moorabbin&#39;s latest apartment development, Omnia, is attracting&nbsp;Melbourne CBD commuters who are&nbsp;seeking a more affordable property without compromising the proximity to the city.

The Shenfield Property development, around 20 kilometres south of Melbourne, is less than 500 metres from the Moorabbin train station, from there a short 20 minute commute into&nbsp;the Melbourne CBD.

Comprising 40&nbsp;one, two and three-bedroom configurations, the development features park frontage, energy-efficient design and north-facing aspects. The apartments sit in gardens&nbsp;created by Wallbrink Landscape Architecture.

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One-bedroom apartments start at&nbsp;as low as&nbsp;$465,000, with two-bedroom apartments priced&nbsp;from $645,000 and three-bedroom apartments from $875,000.

Designed by Roger Brayshaw Architects and Aldona Padjak, the apartments feature sophistication, open-plan living and a modern style.

Located in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s major suburbs, Omnia sits within a thriving community offering something for everyone.

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A wide range of schools, higher education, caf&eacute;s, shopping and numerous parks and reserves are at your doorstep, including RSEA Park &ndash; home of St Kilda Football Club.

Not far from Omnia is the convenient Highett shopping centre. Further down the Nepean Highway is a cluster of other convenient outlets and the Westfield Southland.

Dine at the nearby&nbsp;Le Feu Moorabbin GF and South Rd Burgers or travel slightly further afield to the Bad Shepherd Brewing Co. brewpub plus all the dining options on offer at the supercentres.

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All homes include plush carpet, engineered flooring and stone tiles, with elegant full-wall tiles in the bathrooms. Showers are fitted with matte black dual shower heads, and frameless walk-in shower glass. Double vanities feature circular basins, and floating cabinetry, with mirrored storage above.

The kitchens include concealed cabinetry, with glass splashbacks, matte black tapware and integrated appliances.

Living spaces are open, with adjoining north-facing balconies offering residents plenty of sunlight to enjoy throughout the day.

Located in close proximity to Moorabbin train station and local community facilities, Omnia is the latest development by Shenfield Property

Walking Tour: What's within walking distance of Shenfield Property's Omnia apartments in Moorabbin

The best of Camberwell is within walking distance from the luxury Victoria &amp; Burke project that sits on Burke Road.

The unique project is defined by its large corner site but enhanced through a considered architecture and design response.

Designed in collaboration between architects Carr Design and landscaper Jack Merlo, this boutique collection of 15 two and three-bedroom homes brings the best of Melbourne to its residents.

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The home centres around a magnificent 200-year-old blue gum in the development&rsquo;s private garden, keeping nature at the heart of the home.

Urban takes a look at the great offerings that are within walking distance of the Melbourne development.

1. Parks and Nature

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Victoria &amp; Burke is conveniently located amongst some of Melbourne&rsquo;s best natural offerings, with nearby parklands including the Sir William Angliss Reserve and Fritsch Holzer Park.

Set amongst Camberwell&rsquo;s leafy streets, the development also boasts 420sqm of its own exclusive green, open space and garden areas.

2. Caf&eacute;s and Restaurants

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&ldquo;Every day is an adventure for your senses, with local restaurants,&nbsp; bars, caf&eacute;s and takeaways serving wide and varied menus&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

Camberwell is known for its caf&eacute; culture, trendy eateries and friendliness, with Timeout claiming it boasts a significant collection of the best caf&eacute;s in Melbourne.

3. Shopping and Retail

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Discover Australia&rsquo;s favourite retail brands alongside local boutiques and artisanal makers at Camberwell Shopping Striop.

Other shopping offerings include the main entertainment district of the area, Camberwell Junction, which includes a variety of stores, such as Target, Coles, Woolworths and Aldi supermarkets, and the long-standing Art Deco Rivoli Cinema.

4. Great Transport Options

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Victoria &amp; Burke is well-serviced by transport options, and is well-connected to inner-Melbourne arterial roads and the M1 Freeway.

Burke Road is the pulse of Camberwell and is served by an abundance of public transport and plenty of parking space,

The short train into the CBD from Camberwell Station is close-by and trams link students to some of the state&rsquo;s best schools.

5. Health and Wellness

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For active pursuits, there are several health clubs and gyms within easy reach of the boutique development, including the Camberwell Junction tennis club.

For all your healthcare essentials, medical centres and pharmacies are within close proximity, while the Silk Day Spa is within walking distance for your wellness needs.

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The best of Camberwell is within walking distance from the luxury Victoria & Burke project that sits on Burke Road

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