Gold Coast developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/immerse-projects">Immerse Projects</a>&nbsp;has unveiled what it intends to deliver at its recently acquired Toowong site, its debut apartment development in Brisbane.

Immerse, founded by John Kearney who is also the founder of regarded construction company Greyburn, secured the prime Sylvan Road site <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-immerse-projects-moves-into-brisbane-apartment-market-with-toowong-site-acquisition">earlier this year</a>, in an area which has historical significance to Kearney who&nbsp;studied at the nearby University of Queensland.

"It feels like a full circle moment," Kearney told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/" target="">Apartments.com.au</a>.&nbsp;

“I spent many nights at the Regatta Hotel just down the road, as have most people in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/brisbane-qld" target="">Brisbane</a>. It’s one of the city’s most well-known hotels, and with several cafes, restaurants, and a CityCat stop nearby, it’s become an even more attractive place to live.”

He is planning a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/22-24-sylvan-road-toowong-qld-4066">12-storey project with 88 apartments</a> above an activated ground plane with a shop and hospitality spaces.

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The architecture, led by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, presents a tower massing that responds to the area's evolving mid-rise context. The scheme incorporates podium and rooftop communal spaces, while the commercial elements aim to activate the Sylvan Road frontage and enhance the site's interface with the adjacent parkland.&nbsp;

Landscaping plans by Ivy May Landscape Architects include subtropical planting and deep soil zones to support stormwater management and visual integration.

Supporting documentation from Mewing Planning Consultants notes that "the proposed development will deliver a mixed-use outcome that enhances the vibrancy of the Sylvan Road corridor" and highlights its proximity to high-frequency public transport and community facilities.

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There's been little new apartment development in Toowong in recent years. The most notable is Consolidated Properties two-tower Monarch Residences, which is approaching completion with nearly all of its 224 residences sold.

Kearney describes&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/toowong-qld-4066" target="">Toowong</a>&nbsp;as a suburb with real depth.

"The suburb attracts everyone, from students to retirees, and that's what makes it interesting."

Joel Robinson

First look: Immerse Projects reveals debut Brisbane apartment development in Toowong

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/hyecorp-property-group">Hyecorp</a> is down to its final three-bedroom apartments at Audrey, the developer’s parkside St Leonards South project, pairing the remaining homes with a limited-time offer.

The developer is extending a five per cent deposit and a $50,000 settlement rebate on selected apartments, aiming to help owner-occupiers secure one of the final homes ahead of move-in in early 2026.

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Located on Canb​erra Avenue opposite Newlands Park, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/audrey-st-leonards-13-19-canberra-avenue-st-leonards-nsw-2065">Audrey</a> comprises 102 residences, including a mix of three-bedroom residences and a double-storey, five-bedroom terrace with two outdoor areas.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a> and delivered by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/north-shore-property-construction">North Shore Property Construction</a>, the project reflects Hyecorp’s focus on owner-occupier planning, with open-plan layouts, extensive storage integration, and a material palette built around stone, oak timber flooring and bespoke joinery. Many of the three-bedroom apartments capture views toward the city and Harbour Bridge.

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Hyecorp’s internal design team, Jackson Teece, has emphasised a consistent level of specification across the building, including Miele appliances, integrated refrigeration, brushed metal tapware and large-format stone detailing that conceals cabinetry.

The Tiffany Collection, crowning the development on Levels 12 to 15, features added luxury of fluted standalone baths, heated bathroom floors, custom walk-in robes and upgraded appliance packages across its spacious 155 to 159 sqm homes.

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Beyond the private residences, Audrey carries a strong amenity focus. Residents have access to an indoor lap pool and spa, personal training studio, private cinema, music room and private dining room.

A landscaped rooftop terrace with CBD views anchors the communal offering, complemented by an onsite café and an integrated daycare centre within the project.

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The location continues to be a drawcard for buyers, with new retail additions at Mall 88, including Coles, alongside Woolworths and the established offerings of Forum Plaza. St Leonards Station and Crows Nest Metro is within easy reach, as are local health precincts such as the Royal North Shore Public and Private Hospitals. Nearby green spaces include Newlands Park, Gore Hill Oval and Naremburn Park, supporting strong day-to-day amenity for families and downsizers alike.

Hyecorp is expected to welcome residents to Hyecorp in early 2026.

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Staff Writer

Audrey St Leonards nears completion – settlement bonus now available

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/freecity">Freecity</a>&nbsp;has been given the green light to develop its flagship mixed-use project in the Crows Nest metro precinct.

The NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority approved the 40-storey tower, aligning with the NSW Government's Transport Oriented Development (TOD) agenda to deliver more homes in highly connected, high amenity locations.

The $600 million tower, at 378-398 Pacific Highway, will comprise 178 apartments with resident amenities, two levels of commercial offices, and a curated retail offering. Freecity will also dedicate a 10 percent Affordable Housing Contribution, supporting the Governments broader housing objectives.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the tower will offer a diverse residential mix, from one-bedroom homes to expansive four-bedroom penthouses, all crafted to maximise light, views and liveability.

Lawrence Zheng, Co-Founder and Joint CEO of Freecity Group, said the approval represents a significant step forward for both Crows Nest and Freecity.

"We are proud to be delivering a landmark project that brings new homes, new amenity and new economic activity to one of Sydney’s most strategically connected locations,"&nbsp;Zheng said.

"With our $6 billion pipeline of 12 mixed-use projects, this development reinforces Freecity’s commitment to helping deliver the housing supply and transport-integrated precincts the Government is championing.”

Michael Romano, Executive Director of Development, said the companies focus is on "creating places that genuinely enhance how people live day to day - communities that balance accessibility, amenity and neighbourhood vibrancy.”

“This project reflects the future of urban living - design led, highly liveable and seamlessly connected to the city’s major transport, employment and education hubs. Being directly opposite the Crows Nest Metro means residents can access the best of Sydney with unrivalled convenience."

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Freecity secures approval for Crows Nest metro precinct tower

The Bedford by Mosaic marks the culmination of a near-decade journey for South East Queensland’s most active developer.

Mosaic Founder and CEO, Brook Monahan, said the company first identified the prime Prospect Street, Kangaroo Point site in 2016 as an A-grade opportunity they were eager to secure. They almost bought it at the time, before it was ultimately acquired by Woolworths’ development arm, Fabcot.

The opportunity resurfaced late last year when the site, vacant for nearly three decades, was offered for sale again.

Backed by years of history, feasibility research, and detailed product planning for the 3,195 sqm corner site, Mosaic was able to move swiftly. The Bedford by Mosaic is now proving a clear market success, unsurprising given the depth of work the developer had undertaken on the location and potential density mix well before they owned the land.

Active across both Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and with a development pipeline more than $2 billion, Mosaic has already sold 90 per cent of apartments in what has become the area’s most significant residential addition in more than a decade.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, The Bedford comprises 128 two- and three-bedroom apartments, including the Masterpiece Series Skyhomes across the top two levels. These residences offer the largest floorplans and the best views over the river and city. Premium inclusions—such as natural stone benchtops, bespoke cabinetry, and Miele appliances, feature in every apartment, not just the top-tier offerings.

A defining feature of The Bedford is its integrated mixed-use component, set to deliver Kangaroo Point’s first Woolworths supermarket, along with a café and liquor store, bringing long-awaited convenience to the peninsula.

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Residents will also enjoy one of Brisbane’s most comprehensive amenity collections. Dubbed the Rooftop Recreation &amp; Retreat Sky Terrace, the wellness-focused spaces include a resort-style pool with sun deck, an indoor/outdoor gym, spa, sauna, steam room and cold plunge.

Additional amenities include a residents’ lounge and relaxation zones, a private dining room with kitchen, barbecue areas, landscaped gardens, an outdoor viewing deck capturing city and river views, and a bookable golf simulator.

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The remaining residences at The Bedford span the upper levels of the building and include two- and three-bedroom floorplans, which start from $1,645,000.

Mosaic's in-house building arm has already commenced construction on The Bedford. They estimate a late 2027 completion.

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Monahan notes that Mosaic’s most successful projects often begin years before the first plans are drawn. Their new South Brisbane development is no exception, initially making it onto their radar in 2018.

“We aren’t opportunistic,” Monahan says. “Every site purchase is well considered and thought out. As seen with Kangaroo Point and South Brisbane, it can take years to eventuate. There are sites we are looking at now that we might not secure for several years.”

Mosaic is set to launch its new South Brisbane project&nbsp;in the next year, while its latest Gold Coast development,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/josephine-by-mosaic-166-the-esplanade-burleigh-heads-qld-4220">Josephine</a>, is coming soon to Burleigh Heads.

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A decade in the making: Mosaic's long-awaited success story at The Bedford, Kangaroo Point

For more than four decades, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lewis-land-group">Lewis Land</a>, Australia’s oldest private property developer, has held a 16-hectare waterfront site in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/biggera-waters-qld-4216">Biggera Water</a> on the Gold Coast, strategically positioning it for a landmark project.&nbsp;

Continuing a long-term vision for the northern Gold Coast, after pioneering legacy developments such as Sovereign Islands and Ephraim Island, the company in 2023 unveiled the masterplanned community, Harbour Shores.

This visionary development is set to deliver more than 2,000 homes and accommodate over 4,500 residents. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> has achieved the Gold Coast’s first and highest 6 Star Green Star Communities v1.1 rating, signifying a world-leading standard for a sustainable, fossil-fuel-free residential community with extensive parklands, a 1.2km waterfront boardwalk, and resort-style amenities. Lewis Land CEO Brett Draffen describes Harbour Shores as a “village of villages.”

“Harbour Shores represents the largest and most dynamic community development in Lewis Land’s 65-year history, delivering architectural homes and apartments immersed in nature and world-class amenities,” Draffen said.&nbsp;

“From the outset, we assembled a first-class team of architects, landscape designers, planners and placemaking experts and set an ambitious sustainability goal for Harbour Shores to become the group’s first completely fossil-fuel-free development.”

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The first stage of Harbour Shores launched in late 2024 comprising of The Residences, just six three- and four-bedroom waterfront villas with private plunge pools, and two five-storey mid-rise apartment buildings called The Waterline and Palm House, both offering two- and three-bedroom well-sized apartments with open-plan interiors and contemporary finishes.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a> Queensland Director David Higgins, who has handled sales at Harbour Shores since its inception, says buyer demand has been consistent from day one. “Our buyers are generally end user locals who live within 15 kms of the site,” Higgins says.&nbsp;

“These buyers are discerning, well researched and understand the incredible quality of amenity on offer to all residents who purchase at Harbour Shores, that has no comparison across the Gold Coast market. Our master planned project offers location with walkability to an incredible array of shopping, health and lifestyle options with park frontage and waterside amenity, proving to be very attractive to local end users.”

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For Harbour Shores to achieve the ground-breaking 6 Star Green Star Communities v1.1-rating, all residences within Harbour Shores are completely fossil-fuel-free, with its infrastructure powered solely by electricity.&nbsp;

Residents will be able to utilise 100 per cent renewable energy sources, significantly reducing their carbon footprint. They will also have access to 100 per cent GreenPower®, improving air quality by eliminating harmful emissions from cooktops, ovens, and heaters.

The development also incorporates a 1,000kW solar PV system, which is projected to reduce peak electricity consumption by an impressive 34 per cent.

The masterplan integrates sustainable infrastructure such as water-retention tanks, solar power, and EV charging stations, alongside the planting of more than 200,000 tropical and native plants.&nbsp;

On-site rainwater harvesting will irrigate gardens, saving thousands of litres of potable water annually, while water-efficient appliances will further reduce consumption and costs.

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To create not just homes but a lifestyle for the several thousand residents who will call Harbour Shores home over the next decade, Lewis Land is delivering an unrivalled range of resort-style amenities. The community will feature a 25-metre lagoon pool, gym, yoga studio, sauna, tennis courts, and a 1.2km waterfront boardwalk.&nbsp;

A future stage will deliver The Clubhouse, a social hub with indoor–outdoor entertaining spaces, while cafés will add doorstep convenience, complemented by the development’s proximity to Harbour Town.

Respected construction company Greyburn is delivering the first residential stage at Harbour Shores and is on track to complete the initial apartment buildings and waterfront homes by mid-2026, with the first residents of this one-of-a-kind masterplanned community moving in shortly after.

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Lewis Land bets big on Biggera Waters as Harbour Shores takes shape

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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