Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

Joel Robinson

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

The Gold Coast Planning Committee has supported the preliminary approval for the Benowa Gardens Urban Village project following an extensive community consultation and assessment process.

The proposal will now proceed to a full council vote on June 2.

The application sought approval for a masterplanned urban village on the existing Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre site, combining new housing, retail, dining, health and lifestyle amenities within a walkable, integrated precinct.&nbsp;

The proposed redevelopment includes around 413 apartments integrated above a revitalised mixed-use centre featuring a full-line supermarket of 4,000 sqm, 6,000 sqm of specialty retail and dining space across around 30 retailers, a 7,000 sqm health and wellness precinct, and roughly 9,630 sqm of office and medical suites.&nbsp;

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The broader masterplan also includes very significant traffic and transport improvements, wide pedestrian walkways, upgraded pedestrian and cycle connections, and enhanced public areas designed to create a more connected and walkable community environment.&nbsp;

Centre owner Patrick Lu said the milestone reflected months of detailed planning, technical assessment and ongoing communication with local residents, businesses, schools and stakeholders.

“We appreciate the time, consideration and care Council officers and the Planning Committee have given this proposal throughout the assessment process,” Lu said.

“We also sincerely thank the local community for engaging with us, sharing feedback and participating in the consultation process over many months.

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“We understand projects of this scale bring questions and concerns, which is why we have worked hard to listen carefully, provide information transparently and continue refining elements of the proposal where possible.

“Our vision has always been to create a well-designed, community-focused urban village that responds to the changing needs of the Gold Coast, while delivering improved amenity, housing diversity, healthcare access and local lifestyle benefits.

“This proposal is about creating a genuine live-work-play environment where residents can access everyday services, schools, healthcare, dining, shopping and green space within walking distance, while also supporting local jobs and economic activity.”

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Lu said the proposal had evolved significantly through consultation and technical review, particularly around traffic, pedestrian and student safety and neighbourhood connectivity.&nbsp;

Melissa Griffin, Director at Urbis, said the recommendation recognised the strategic importance of delivering more housing and services within established urban areas already supported by infrastructure.

“This proposal represents the type of thoughtful, integrated growth that planning frameworks across South-East Queensland are encouraging,” Ms Griffin said.

“The project seeks to place housing, retail, healthcare and employment opportunities together in a highly accessible location close to schools, transport and existing services.

“Importantly, the process has involved significant technical assessment and community engagement to ensure local issues and feedback were properly considered throughout the planning pathway.”

$1 billion Benowa Gardens Urban Village heads to council vote following Planning Committee support

Surfers Paradise is officially set for its first new residential development with a 45-storey skybridge connecting the two towers.

John Camilleri’s Celestino Developments has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council to develop its major beachfront precinct across its huge 4,000 sqm oceanfront site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">63–79 Garfield Terrace</a>, just five months after its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-billionaire-winx-breeder-s-bold-two-tower-surfers-paradise-play-with-45th-storey-skybridge">submission in late 2025</a>.

The approved scheme will deliver two towers rising 55 and 48 storeys, connected by a skybridge positioned on level 45 that will house a range of resident-only wellness and entertainment spaces.

In its notice of approval, the Gold Coast City Council said the&nbsp;proposed overall built form has been designed to complement the scale, intensity and protect the adjacent amenity and surrounding streets through the use of varied setbacks, site cover and architectural elements.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/dbi">DBI</a>, the development will comprise 275 apartments across the two towers, including a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, as well as several penthouses. The apartments will sit above a landscaped podium featuring more than 90 metres of beachfront pool frontage, private resident lawns, lounges, and wellness spaces.

DBI said the design draws heavily from the movement and form of the coastal environment, with curving balcony lines and sculpted façades intended to soften the scale of the towers while maximising ocean outlooks and passive shading outcomes.

“The project occupies a rare, uninterrupted oceanfront site and has been shaped by a design philosophy that merges architectural elegance with environmental responsiveness and a carefully curated lifestyle experience,” DBI said in planning documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

The most distinctive element of the approved project is the skybridge linking the two towers at level 45. The elevated communal space is planned to include executive lounges, formal dining areas, wellness facilities, and panoramic ocean-facing outlooks.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI said.

At podium level, residents will have access to a suite of resort-style amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a yoga lawn, gymnasium, plunge pools, and treatment spaces. The beachfront pool has been designed with separate lap, lounge, and children’s areas extending across the width of the site.

The project will also introduce new food and beverage offerings along the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages, contributing additional activation to the beachfront precinct.

First look: Winx billionaire’s beachfront Surfers Paradise apartment development greenlit

Brisbane off the plan apartments

Brisbane townhouse developer Tocu Properties is switching it up in West End.

Tocu, who has been developing townhouses across Brisbane's inner-ring suburbs, is moving into the apartment market. They've had&nbsp;<a href="/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> draw up plans for a seven-level apartment development on the corner of Beesley and Filmer streets.

Tocu secured the six-lot amalgamation, totalling 1,648 sqm at 28 Beesley Street, in mid-2022. It was marketed as one of the last remaining infill development sites within the highly sought-after West End precinct.

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The proposal is for 42 two and three-bedroom apartments, 30 of which will have an additional multi-purpose room.

Crowning the building will be a 656 sqm rooftop amenity level with an infinity edge pool, hot and cold plunge pools, and open lawn and barbecue areas with views over Brisbane.

The Planning Report by Saunders Havill Group said the project represents an exciting opportunity to enhance the residential offerings in the vibrant <a href="/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a> community, combining luxury living with the convenience of urban life.

"This development aims to cater to the growing demand for residential accommodation in the area, whilst providing a modern and comfortable living environment to suit the needs of its occupants and the community."

There will be 56 resident parking spaces, so every apartment has at least one parking space, and a further three visitor spaces.

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Tocu, led by developer Thomas Gray, has created several townhouse developments across Brisbane.

They were behind Fulcher Lane in Red Hill, completed a few years ago, while they are now working on&nbsp;The Archer Residences in Sherwood, 38 three and four-bedroom homes and townhouses at 60 Railway Terrace.

First look: Tocu Properties file West End apartment plans

Gardner Vaughan Group have been at the forefront of apartment development in South East Queensland since it was founded in 1989.

In the last 35 years, the company has grown from a building and design company to a fully-fledged builder-developer.

They're currently selling four projects across both Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, while they have future projects coming up in Redcliffe&nbsp;and <a href="/new-apartments/nundah-qld-4012">Nundah</a>.

With everything going on at <a href="/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan</a> at the moment, we recently caught up with Gardner Vaughan Director Sam Gardner to talk about what they're up to.

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Gardner Vaughan has moved from around 20 to 50 apartments per development to around 90 to 120 per stage.

"A lot of that comes down to the control of having input into every single facet of development," Gardner says, adding that they brought development in house about a decade ago.

"We know that being a builder developer in Queensland at the moment gives us an advantage. It's an interesting environment that we find ourselves in, but it's an environment conducive to builder developers."

Gardner says it's important to build a level of trust with buyers in the off the plan market.

"One of the biggest hesitations of our buyers buying off the plan is that trust, and one of the ways you can improve this trust is by showing a track record and your experience, but it's really taking the buyers and everyone else involved through the process of showing them what we're thinking, showing them how these developments have been designed, showing them how we've had the end user in mind."&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan has recently released the final stage of their <a href="/new-apartments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>&nbsp;apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/estilo-on-the-park-chermside-81-kittyhawk-drive-chermside">Estilo on the Park</a>, on the doorstep of Seventh Brigade Park. They're also parkside in <a href="/new-apartments/stones-corner-qld-4120">Stones Corner</a> where they are developing <a href="/new-apartments/stonebrook-stones-corner-10-flora-street-stones-corner">Stonebrook</a>, 90 apartments on Hanlon Park, voted Australia's best park in 2023.

A further two of GVG's current projects are up on the Sunshine Coast. <a href="/new-townhouses/bokarina-beach-homes-bokarina-boulevard-bokarina">Zinc</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/bokarina-qld-4575">Bokarina</a> has almost completed construction and has just one apartment left to sell, while <a href="/new-apartments/bask-bokarina-38-bokarina-boulevard-bokarina">Bask</a>, a few doors down, will start construction once Zinc has completed.

To find out more information about Gardner Vaughan, visit their <a href="/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Urban Profile</a>.

Gardner Vaughan has moved from around 20 to 50 apartments per development to around 90 to 120 per stage as a builder developer

Michael Bird

How Gardner Vaughan is creating trust as a builder developer in South East Queensland: Five minutes with Gardner Vaughan Group Director Sam Gardner

Brisbane's unit market will not slow down.

CoreLogic's Monthly Hedonic Index showed growth in the apartment and townhouse market across the Queensland capital outstripped houses again, with value gains of 1.5 per cent in March.

The median unit value in&nbsp;<a href="/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a> is now at $587,000, continuing to close the gap on Melbourne, whose median unit value is $612,000.

Brisbane unit values are now 4.1 per cent up over 2024, the second best performing capital behind Perth. Comparatively, Brisbane houses are up 2.8 per cent over the same period.

<h2>What happened in Brisbane’s off-the-plan apartment market in March?</h2>

While prices continue to boom across the unit sector, there's still little new movement in Brisbane's tightly held new apartment supply.

Charter Keck Cramer says the Brisbane market will be <a href="/news/qld/brisbane-market-to-be-chronically-undersupplied-for-next-two-to-three-years-charter-keck-cramer">chronically undersupplied for the next two to three years</a>.&nbsp;

Charter Keck Cramer's Metro Brisbane State of the Market H2 2023 found there were just 1,100 apartments launched in 2023, -76 per cent less than the decade average, while low completions are forecast for the next three years.

They did note that recently launched projects are achieving strong sales results.

"These are priced predominantly at the upper end of the market and targeted towards those who can accept the higher price points required to offset increased build costs," the report noted.

They said other local buyer segments remain priced out of the market or are disincentivised to buy given the uncertainty with interest rates and the significant upfront financial handbrake of stamp duty.

<a href="/architects/urbis">Urbis</a> also noted that the stock levels in Brisbane have shrunk toward five-year lows.&nbsp;

The Urbis Apartment Essentials Report showed there were 112 sales in Q4 2023 in Brisbane, with the lowly stock levels resulting in just 512 apartments available to buy.&nbsp;

Supply has been dwindling since Q1 2023 when there were nearly 1,400 apartments on the market with around 500 of those being sold.

In response to strong demand at the upper end of the market,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui</a>&nbsp;launched the Opulent Release in their penultimate stage of their $1.2 billion West End master planned precinct, West Village.

The Opulent Release comprises just four and five-bedroom apartments toward the top of the towers of Uno and Duo, which together form the <a href="/new-apartments/the-allere-collection-west-village-mollison-street-west-end">Allere Collection</a>, which comprises two towers, Uno and Duo.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/sekisui-release-final-apartments-in-west-villages-allere-collection">Sekisui release final apartments in West Village's Allere Collection</a>

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Uno and Duo, which are 95 per cent sold, will be the second to last buildings in the 2.6-hectare West Village precinct which Sekisui started developing in 2016.

The appeal of the Allere Collection spans a diverse demographic, attracting first-home buyers, pet owners, and both young and established families.&nbsp;

The prime location on Mollison Street, close to seven schools, further enhances its allure among families seeking convenient access to education hubs.

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The broader West Village precinct also showcases the heritage-listed former Peters Ice Cream Factories, a nod to the area's industrial heritage.&nbsp;

Upon completion, West Village will comprise 1,200 residences, accompanied by 20,000 sqm of commercial space, an 18,000 sqm retail precinct, and a one-hectare expanse of open parklands and heritage laneways.&nbsp;

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Elsewhere <a href="/developers/mosaic-property-group">Mosaic Property Group</a> sold out their <a href="/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/the-prescott-by-mosaic-toowong-24-28-lissner-street-toowong">The Prescott</a>, with all 100 apartments snapped up before its completion.

The Prescott is Mosaic’s third project in Toowong following the successful <a href="/new-apartments/the-patterson-by-mosaic-15-archer-street-toowong">The Patterson by Mosaic</a> and <a href="/buildings/kensington-by-mosaic-36-sylvan-road-toowong">Kensington by Mosaic</a>.

Mosaic partnered with <a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO</a>, their second collaboration following the rapid sellout of <a href="/buildings/the-mowbray-73-northcote-street-east-brisbane-qld-4169">The Mowbray</a> in <a href="/developments/east-brisbane-qld-4169">East Brisbane</a>. The architectural design incorporates cascading and climbing plants on each facade, creating green spines throughout The Prescott.

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Prospective residents of The Prescott can anticipate a lifestyle that takes advantage of Brisbane's subtropical climate with rooftop recreation spaces that include a pool, a gym with a yoga lawn, and multiple dining areas with panoramic views of the Brisbane River, Mount Coot-Tha, and the city skyline.

Mosaic's building arm, <a href="/builders/mosaic-construction">Mosaic Construction</a>, has already completed the ground-level and level-two concrete slab pour in the last two months.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/how-mosaic-became-one-of-the-most-trusted-developers-in-south-east-queensland-five-minutes-with-brook-monahan">How Mosaic became one of the most trusted developers in South East Queensland: Five minutes with Brook Monahan</a>

What happened in Brisbane’s off the plan apartment market in March?

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Brisbane developer Pikos Group is backing up its recently launched Skye Residences in Kangaroo Point with another project in the affluent suburb.

They've been given the green light by the Brisbane City Council for Gaia, two 15-level buildings at <a href="/new-apartments/gaia-kangaroo-point-108-lambert-street-kangaroo-point">108 Lambert Street</a> which will home 215 apartments as well as creating a full acre of inner-city parklands in the process.

Pikos Group founder and Executive Director Pedro Pikos said the vision for Gaia has been a decade in the making and follows the amalgamation of eight individual lots to create 5,284 sqm of pure river frontage.&nbsp;

“The opportunity to amalgamate such a large riverfront site at Kangaroo Point is unrepeatable,” Pikos said.&nbsp;

“Gaia will transform this rare waterfront site into an inner-city sanctuary that embraces its incredible &nbsp;connectivity to the river and the city, delivering two residential towers and the city’s largest private parkland along a secluded pocket of the Brisbane River.”&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO Architecture</a>, Gaia is the second project in Pikos Group’s luxury riverfront property portfolio and follows <a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">Skye by Pikos</a>, currently under construction at River Terrace,&nbsp;<a href="/developments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a>.&nbsp;

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Pikos Group Chief Executive Officer Michelle Wooldridge said Gaia has been designed as a luxurious urban retreat designed to merge city living with riverside tranquillity.&nbsp;

“The name Gaia means ‘connected to earth,’ which perfectly encapsulates our vision for the site as a holistic residential and wellness precinct grounded in nature,” Wooldridge said.&nbsp;

“In revisiting the design to enhance its buildability, we uncovered the opportunity to open view corridors and create expansive green spaces.&nbsp;

“In doing so, we’ve created Brisbane’s largest private parkland community, with just shy of one acre of riverfront gardens and green spaces providing extensive amenity and connection to nature to all residents.&nbsp;

“The site itself is incredibly tranquil and embraces this quiet pocket of the river while enjoying excellent connectivity to the city. This will only improve once the city’s green bridges are complete.”&nbsp;

Wooldridge said both residential towers at Gaia have been oriented to capture sweeping views of the city and river, with all apartments featuring luxury internal finishes of natural stone, timber flooring and premium appliances.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to wellness&nbsp;amenities including a riverside pool and pool terrace, with hot and cold plunge pools, set amongst the landscaped gardens, as well as an indoor/outdoor gym, BBQ and outdoor dining, rooftop dining and garden workshop, yoga lawn and outdoor cinema, private dining room, and work-from-home lounge.&nbsp;

The River Tower includes a mix of three and four-bedroom apartments, some with a multi-purpose room, while the City Tower will have two and three-bedroom apartments with an additional multi-purpose room.

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Pikos Group Chief Executive Officer Michelle Wooldridge said Gaia has been designed as a luxurious urban retreat designed to merge city living with riverside tranquillity

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Pikos Group secures approval for Gaia Kangaroo Point apartments

Lutwyche's newest apartment development, Parklane, spearheaded by boutique property developer Ferro Property Group, is approaching completion.

With the final release underway, <a href="/new-apartments/parklane-lutwyche-25-swinburne-street-lutwyche">Parklane</a> has seen an impressive uptake, with all units sold thus far being acquired by owner-occupiers. Only a handful of the 19 three and four-bedroom apartments remain.

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Architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="/architects/ferro-chow-architects">FerroArch</a>&nbsp;were inspired by the surrounding parklands. Parklane sits between two parks, xx and xx, on&nbsp;Swinburne Street.

The apartments feature light and airy interiors with on-trend light oak floors, boasting generous proportions and spacious balconies overlooking Kedron Brook.

The kitchens are equipped with a full suite Smeg appliances, complemented by functional butler’s pantries.

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Bedrooms offer ample storage with sliding robe space, while the master suite stands out with multiple robes, an ensuite with a freestanding bath, and a double basin vanity with illuminated wall mirror cabinets.

Residents of Parklane will enjoy exclusive access to amenities, including a swimming pool, entertaining area, and lounge terrace.

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Parklane's location on Swinburne Street adds to its appeal, placing residents just six kilometres from the CBD and within walking distance from the Northern Busway Station, Market Central Shopping Centre, local cafes, the Crown Hotel, and the proposed Lamington Markets lifestyle precinct.

Construction of Parklane by builder <a href="/builders/sig-group">SIG Construction Group</a> is approaching completion, with settlement expected in April.

<a href="/developers/ferro-property-group">Ferro Property Group</a>&nbsp;were a&nbsp;UDIA Queensland Finalist in 2021 and they're currently working as a joint venture partner on <a href="/new-apartments/mira-61-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">MIRA</a>, the luxury Gold Coast apartment development on Northcliffe Beach.

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Parklane's location on Swinburne Street adds to its appeal, placing residents within walking distance from the Northern Busway Station, Market Central Shopping Centre and the proposed Lamington Markets lifestyle precinct

Parklane, Lutwyche apartments approach completion

<a href="/developers/national-enterprises-pty-ltd">Woollangabba</a>&nbsp;is undergoing a huge transformation in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Summer Olympics.

Set to see the transformation unfold is residents at <a href="/buildings/the-carl-residences-21-25-carl-street-woolloongabba">The Carl Residences</a>, the suburb's newest residential address.

Buyers will be moving in soon to the 87-apartment development by&nbsp;<a href="/developers/national-enterprises-pty-ltd">National Enterprises</a>&nbsp;on Carl Street,&nbsp;

Just a handful of apartments remain, starting from $495,000.

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The Carl Residences presents an attractive opportunity for first home buyers seeking affordable yet well-connected addresses in Brisbane. The Carl Residences qualifies for the $30,000 First Home Owners Grant.

“These apartments are an exceptional opportunity for the first home buyer,” <a href="/project-marketer/remax-qld">RE/MAX</a> Experience’s David Cotterill said when speaking to Urban in 2021.

“The overall design is sleek and modern, the fit-out is stylish and high quality, and balconies are spacious. In fact, all spaces are large.”

The apartments boast light-filled interiors with city views from the north side starting from the fourth level.

The kitchens are modern and stylish and are well-equipped with Bosch appliances.

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Set over 12 levels, Carl Residences also offers residents several amenities, including secure underground parking, outdoor gym facilities, and a rooftop pool with a barbecue and entertainment area.

Cotterill said the location of the apartments will result in good rental returns for investors.

Located less than three kilometres from the CBD and only a seven-minute walk from the nearest station, Carl Residences provides residents with both privacy and connectivity—making Woolloongabba an appealing choice, especially with the anticipation of the 2032 Brisbane Summer Olympics.

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The upcoming 2032 Summer Olympics have spurred significant investment in the area to create a vibrant 24/7 precinct that will endure beyond the conclusion of the games.&nbsp;

The Queensland and federal governments have pledged $7 billion to transform <a href="/new-apartments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>'s sporting and event venues, including a rebuild of The Gabba, just four minutes away, which will serve as the central hub for the games.

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Cotterill said the location of the apartments will result in good rental returns for investors

Buyers set to move into The Carl Residences in Woollangabba

Brisbane's riverfront is arguably the most sought-after spot for anyone to live.

The likes of <a href="/developments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a>, <a href="/developments/new-farm-qld-4005">New Farm</a> and <a href="/developments/hawthorne-qld-4171">Hawthorne</a> always have their suburb records set on the river. It's been a regular occurrence over the last decade that one of those suburbs has taken out the most expensive house sale in Brisbane.

Seldom does the opportunity arise for a true riverfront apartment development, given the cost of the land and the difficulty of prying a large enough site out of the hands of an owner who will know opportunities to buy back onto the riverfront will be few and far between.

The property developing Zullo family, who run luxury apartment developer <a href="/developers/bellevue-queensland">Bellevue Queensland</a>, bought their slice of riverfront on Byron Street in <a href="/developments/bulimba-qld-4171">Bulimba</a>, buying an old walk-up on 1,454 sqm in early 2022.

Two years after securing the site, they've launched <a href="/new-apartments/apollo-bulimba-63-byron-street-bulimba">Apollo Bulimba</a>, a collection of just 12 apartments starting from $2.125 million, a price unrivalled for the riverfront position.

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Apollo Bulimba has been designed by Esat Design who have focused on creating a subtropical lifestyle with a Mediterranean-inspired building and interiors, featuring white textured finishes and rich bronze and copper accents.

The interior palette features warm neutral tones with timber flooring, hand-picked Signorino stone benchtops, brushed metal tapware, and VZUG appliances integrated into the kitchens.

Offering 16 metres of Brisbane River frontage, the apartments will offer sweeping river and city skyline views. The sprawling penthouse will take in the best views, barring the rooftop which will be home to a communal swimming pool, pool deck, and a barbecue lounge for residents.

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Apollo is the only off the plan apartment development for sale in Bulimba, which has experienced a scarcity of new apartments in recent years

Luxury home builder and apartment developer GRAYA recently completed their Bulimba apartment development Canvas, which sold out before completion.&nbsp;

Bellevue Queensland have more luxury apartment developments coming up in <a href="/developments/coorparoo-qld-4151">Coorparoo</a>,&nbsp;<a href="/developments/lutwyche-qld-4030">Lutwyche</a> and <a href="/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a>.

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Apollo is the only off the plan apartment development for sale in Bulimba, which has experienced a scarcity of new apartments in recent years

Rare opportunity to buy on the Brisbane River as Apollo Bulimba apartments launch

Sustainability and amenity-focussed Brisbane developer, Aria Property Group, is pushing on with its significant apartment development pipeline in the Queensland capital.

Their latest project, <a href="/new-apartments/casamia-west-end-105-107-jane-street-west-end">Casamia West End</a>, is building on the success of their nearby <a href="/buildings/tree-house-111-jane-street-west-end">Tree House</a> development and their recently completed <a href="/buildings/upper-house-66-hope-street-south-brisbane">Upper House</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/south-brisbane-qld-4101">South Brisbane</a>.

When speaking to Urban last year,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/aria-property-group">Aria</a> Development Director Brent Liddell said Casamia is a testament to their commitment to creating remarkable living spaces that pay homage to the unique character of <a href="/new-apartments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a>.

The 14-level tower of just 44 apartments at 105-107 Jane Street sits adjacent to Tree House, which won the Best High-Density Development in Australia at the 2023 UDIA Awards. The apartments at Casamia range from two to four bedrooms and overlook the beloved Davies Park.&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> and drawing inspiration from the works of Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi, Casamia showcases a sophisticated sculptural form with a curvaceous flowing façade and artistic screening details that provide shade and dappled light into each home.

Each apartment boasts three-metre-high ceilings, expansive double-glazed glass panels throughout, and spacious wrap-around balconies accessible from the open-plan living and dining areas.

The kitchens at Casamia are well-appointed with state-of-the-art appliances from brands like Gaggenau, Sub-zero, and Whispair. The culinary space features glass splashbacks to gardens and natural stone island panels.

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Casamia includes nearly 1,000 sqm of resident amenity spaces throughout the building, continuing Aria's tradition of producing extensive rooftop amenities.

Crowning the building will be an infinity pool, wellness space such as hot and cold magnesium baths, a sauna, a personal training studio, and a Residents' Lounge &amp; Dining Room accessible as members of The Rooftop Garden Club.

Aria Living, the dedicated property management arm of Aria, will manage Casamia. The management service includes an onsite property management team and concierge services.

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As part of Aria's commitment to sustainable living, Casamia introduces an electric vehicle (EV) focus. The development offers an electric Mercedes EQC as part of its car-sharing program, while also being EV-ready, providing infrastructure for residents to install EV chargers.

Casamia is projected to reach completion in 2026. Apartments start from $3.7 million.

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Designed by Rothelowman and drawing inspiration from the works of Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi, Casamia showcases a sophisticated sculptural form with a curvaceous flowing façade and artistic screening details that provide shade and dappled light into each home

Aria push on with West End riverfront apartment development, Casamia

A bold new proposal has been put forward for Brisbane’s 2032 Olympic Games which merges both Brisbane Live and the Gabba stadium into a new “Gabba Olympic Park”.

The plan aims to host both the swimming and athletics events at the same location, creating a single vibrant hub for athletes, swimmers and spectators alike.&nbsp;

Presented by local architecture firm Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects, the Gabba Olympic Park proposal includes a 17,000-seat Aquatic and Entertainment arena set above the Woolloongabba Cross River Rail station, connected to a new 55,000-seat Gabba stadium to replace the current facility. &nbsp;

A new footbridge across the SouthEast freeway will link the precinct with Southbank, the <a href="/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a> River and the CBD via the Goodwill bridge.&nbsp;

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Architect Elizabeth Anderson from Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects said their proposal creates a legacy of a unique entertainment and sporting precinct, with a distinctive Queensland feel, located in the inner city and above a newly built train station.

"Brisbane needs a new entertainment centre and a new stadium anyway, so it makes sense to combine both into one precinct; with 50% funding from the Federal Government, we are offering Queensland an extraordinary opportunity at half the cost!” &nbsp;

The proposal aligns with the vision of Premier Stephen Miles and Opposition Leader David Crisafulli to avoid building a third stadium in Brisbane. And centralising both the swimming and athletics to one precinct significantly reduces construction costs and improves construction efficiency, with estimates of over $1b in cost savings.&nbsp;

“As local architects based at <a href="/developments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a>, our vision is for an iconic Olympic legacy for Brisbane, just like Expo88 was for Southbank," Anderson added.

"<a href="/developments/woolloongabba-qld-4102">Woolloongabba</a> is perfectly located, sized, and serviced to feature Brisbane on the world stage. &nbsp;In the short and long term, it is the only location that makes any sense for sports and entertainment in Brisbane. All the other Brisbane Olympic stadium locations are a joke. &nbsp;Why would we destroy koala habitats or change a beautiful inner-city park when we have a superior location on our CBD doorstep?”

The short-term relocation of the AFL and Cricket to the RNA showgrounds would allow unimpeded construction of the precinct, with the sporting codes returning to a world-class stadium which will last many years into the future. “The English would never extinguish Lords, so why would we do the same to the historic Gabba?”, questioned Anderson.&nbsp;

The proposed Gabba Olympic Park already boasts a comprehensive transport infrastructure network, including a new train station, a new metro station, and existing bus interchanges. This network ensures cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency during the Olympic events and beyond. &nbsp;

This transformative project heralds a sustainable and vibrant future for Brisbane and its residents.&nbsp;

Key Features of The Gabba Olympic Park:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>55,000-seat iconic Olympic Ceremony stadium to replace the current Gabba Stadium (to be demolished and rebuilt)&nbsp;</li>
	<li>New world-class Arena, featuring a 17,000-seat Entertainment Centre and Aquatic Park above the Cross River Rail station, metro, and bus interchange&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Innovative green elevated Olympic Plaza, open-air auditorium, and parkland&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Preservation of heritage-listed East Brisbane State School and former police station&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Creation of an iconic Olympic green footbridge linking directly to the Brisbane River, Southbank Riverwalk and CBD via the Goodwill bridge&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Inclusion of a warm-up track at Raymond Park&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Minimal disruption to surrounding road networks and transport hubs&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

The proposal aligns with the vision of Premier Stephen Miles and Opposition Leader David Crisafulli to avoid building a third stadium in Brisbane

Hayes Anderson Lynch propose new Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games plan

Developer Ausdev has secured a sell-out at its Nundah Village apartment development, Eight on Eton, just before construction reaches its completion.

The 47 apartments at <a href="/buildings/eight-on-eton-nundah-8-eton-street-nundah">8 Eton Street</a>, which will sit above commercial spaces, is expected to settle in mid-2024.

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Nestled among Brisbane’s most sought-after suburbs like <a href="/new-apartments/clayfield-qld-4011">Clayfield</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/ascot-qld-4007">Ascot</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/nundah-qld-4012">Nundah</a> offers an enviable lifestyle marked by convenience and connectivity. Its proximity to the Brisbane CBD, domestic and international airports, esteemed educational institutions, healthcare facilities, fine dining, boutique shopping, parks, and transport networks positions Eight on Eton as a pinnacle of desirable living.

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The project proved popular with downsizers, first home buyers and seasoned investors.

The diversity in apartment options, offering one, two, and three-bedroom layouts, caters to a broad spectrum of residents, while three commercial spaces on the ground floor adds further convenience to future residents.

Project Property Sales handled the marketing of the project

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The project proved popular with downsizers, first home buyers and seasoned investors

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