<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> has lodged plans for a $750 million, three-tower mixed-use precinct that would complete the long-running redevelopment of Carlton's former Carlton United Breweries site.

The proposal at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/185-195-queensberry-street-carlton-vic-3053">46-78 Bouverie Street and 185-195 Queensberry Street</a> spans a 6,468 sqm site, the last remaining undeveloped parcels within the former brewery's 2007 masterplan.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the development will comprise two purpose-built student accommodation towers and a third build-to-sell apartment tower above a shared commercial podium and basement.

Across the three towers, SP Setia is proposing 606 build-to-sell apartments and 1,499 student accommodation units containing 2,009 beds.

The apartments will sit in the tallest tower, which will rise nearly 200m and 55 storeys. It will become&nbsp;one of the more substantial new build-to-sell apartment projects at the northern edge of Melbourne's CBD.

The apartment mix is weighted toward smaller inner-city product, with 188 studios, 206 one-bedroom apartments, 192 two-bedroom apartments and 20 three-bedroom apartments

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Part of the precinct will be a large-scale&nbsp;3,684 sqm supermarket and a further 2,198 sqm of speciality retail, creating close to 5,900 sqm of new commercial space within the precinct.

But one of the biggest components of the proposal is what sits between the buildings.

Around 4,650 sqm, or roughly 72 per cent of the site, will be publicly accessible open space, incorporating plazas, pedestrian connections, landscaped laneways and retail spill-out areas.

The ground plane is intended to finally complete pedestrian connections envisaged when the CUB masterplan was first approved nearly two decades ago, stitching together Victoria Street, Queensberry Street, Bouverie Street and Swanston Street through the former brewery precinct.

Urbis said the development would "complete the CUB precinct", with the public realm providing important north-south and east-west connections through what is currently the final undeveloped portion of the masterplanned site.

SP Setia is also exploring a new linear park within the Bouverie Street road reserve, with the concept to be developed further with the City of Melbourne through the planning process.

The proposal is being pursued through the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program under Clause 53.23 for significant residential development with affordable housing.

The planning report acknowledges the proposed heights exceed those contemplated under the original Comprehensive Development Plan and masterplan, but argues the built-form context has changed considerably over the past two decades.

Urbis said the three towers would instead create a stepped transition between Carlton and the Hoddle Grid, rising progressively from the 94.1-metre Tower One along the Queensberry Street edge to the 199.44-metre Tower Three closer to the established CBD-scale buildings to the south.

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SP Setia plans to deliver the development across three stages.

Stage One would deliver the basement, podium and retail areas for the entire precinct alongside the first student tower. Tower Two would follow in Stage Two, before the 606-apartment Tower Three is delivered as the final stage.

If approved and delivered, the project would close out a redevelopment process that has been underway since the former brewery masterplan was approved in 2007, adding more than 2,600 student beds and apartments to a precinct already home to Swanston Central, the Barak Building, RMIT Design Hub and several large student accommodation developments.

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Joel Robinson

SP Setia plans three-tower finale for Carlton’s former CUB precinct

Melbourne developer Lowe Living is seeking to add to its growing bayside apartment pipeline, filing plans for a boutique eight-residence development in tightly held Middle Park.

Lowe Living, which has built much of its development portfolio across Melbourne's affluent bayside and south-east suburbs, is behind the plans for the 730 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/123-125-erskine-street-middle-park-vic-3206">123-125 Erskine Street</a>, just off Armstrong Street and within the Armstrong Street Neighbourhood Activity Centre.

The developer is seeking approval for a five-storey residential building above two basement levels, with just eight large-format apartments and 18 car spaces.

“This is a deliberately very different proposition for us,"&nbsp;Tim Lowe, Co-Founder of Lowe Living, said.

"Eight residences is exceptionally boutique, but that's precisely what this site calls for.

“There is a strong community in Middle Park and the surrounding suburbs who have spent decades building a life here. They no longer want the maintenance of a large period home, but they aren't prepared to compromise on space, quality or location. We think there is a real opportunity to capture that hyper local market. A site like this rarely comes to market.”

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The low-density proposal has been designed by Cera Stribley and is being progressed through the Victorian Government's Great Design Fast Track pathway, having already secured eligibility from the Minister for Planning.

The Office of the Victorian Government Architect supported its eligibility after finding the proposal demonstrated consistency with the program's seven design principles, while the project's financial feasibility has also been independently confirmed by Invest Victoria.

The project is targeting the downsizer market, with the planning documents describing the homes as larger-format residences and noting the two penthouses could otherwise have been configured as four separate apartments.

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The site has dual frontage to Erskine Street and Canterbury Place and currently comprises a collection of commercial buildings used as offices, including a former heritage bakehouse, a former stable, a later gabled addition and a central courtyard.

It sits within the Commercial 1 Zone and the Armstrong Street Commercial Precinct heritage overlay, with the existing property classified as a contributory heritage place.

Heritage has subsequently played a significant role in Cera Stribley's design.

The front section of the former bakehouse facing Erskine Street will be retained, including its return walls, street-facing hipped roof and chimneys, while the Erskine Street façade and part of the western return wall of the former stable will also be incorporated into the new development.

Levels four and five will be set back five metres from the retained stable façade, while bricks removed through demolition are proposed to be salvaged and reused within the new building where possible.

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Rather than presenting as a single five-storey building to Erskine Street, Cera Stribley has broken the development into a series of distinct forms.

A three-storey infill element will sit between the retained bakehouse and stable façades, with the upper levels recessed behind the heritage fabric. Canterbury Place will similarly feature two three-storey podium forms, separated by a central pedestrian accessway, before the upper two levels step back from the street.

A pedestrian through-link will run through the centre of the project between Erskine Street and Canterbury Place, creating entrances from both sides of the site and introducing landscaping and communal areas through the ground plane.

Landscape architect Acre has designed planting across the ground level, private terraces and upper levels, including a feature canopy tree at level three and integrated planting and arbours across the level four terraces. Five existing Erskine Street trees are proposed to be retained.

Sustainability is also a significant component of the Great Design Fast Track application. The apartments are targeting an average eight-star NatHERS rating, with no residence below 6.5 stars, while the project has achieved a 75 per cent BESS score. Seven of the eight apartments are designed for cross-ventilation, with the remaining residence using mechanically assisted natural ventilation.

The plans also incorporate an 8kWp rooftop solar system, a 5,000-litre rainwater tank and infrastructure allowing future electric vehicle charging for every residence.

Lowe has a strong portfolio across Melbourne's blue-chip suburbs. They recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/jardin-house-by-lowe-living-camberwell-335-camberwell-road-camberwell-vic-3124">Jardin House by Lowe Living</a> in Camberwell, their first development in the Stonnington LGA.

Lowe Living unveils Middle Park apartment development

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	<li data-end="442" data-section-id="8tsh6o" data-start="289">DVB Projects is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway at 137 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach.</li>
	<li data-end="573" data-section-id="1nyxl3e" data-start="443">The 34-level tower will comprise just 49 ultra-luxury residences, including half-floor, full-floor and penthouse apartments.</li>
	<li data-end="717" data-section-id="oiyimj" data-start="574">The launch follows strong demand at DVB's nearby Sea Glass project, which is more than 50 per cent sold and currently under construction.</li>
	<li data-end="888" data-section-id="epk9o9" data-start="718">The development adds to the transformation of Old Burleigh Road, with premium beachfront apartment projects continuing to reshape the tightly held Broadbeach strip.</li>
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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dvb-projects">DVB Projects</a> is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway on the Broadbeach site as the Sydney developer moves closer to bringing the ultra-luxury project to market.

The 34-level tower at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/137-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">137 Old Burleigh Road</a> will comprise just 49 residences, ranging from half-floor apartments through to full-floor homes and a penthouse. The launch follows the strong sales performance of DVB's nearby Sea Glass development. More than half of the apartments at Sea Glass, on the other side of Broadbeach, have been snapped up, well ahead of its late 2027 completion

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The start of demolition at 137 Old Burleigh Road signals DVB Projects’ underlying confidence in the Gold Coast’s luxury beachside apartment sector.

“We see the Gold Coast as one of the most compelling lifestyle markets in Australia, particularly at the premium end where demand continues to deepen,” said Dean Brown, Managing Director of DVB.&nbsp;

“This project has been carefully designed to respond to that demand - delivering large-format residences with a level of quality, privacy and amenity that is still relatively rare in the apartment market on the beachside."

Brown says the site itself is "exceptional."

"Old Burleigh Road is one of the most tightly held beachfront strips, and opportunities to deliver a project of this scale and calibre in this location are extremely limited.”

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The project will comprise 40 half-floor residences of approximately 260 sqm, alongside eight full-floor residences spanning around 524 sqm.

A single penthouse will crown the building, featuring a private pool, barbecue area, indoor gym and dedicated entertaining spaces.

Residents will have access to a resort-style suite of amenities, including a 20-metre pool with daybeds, a gymnasium, hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, and private residents’ lounge and dining facilities.

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Sales agent Todd Matheson, of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/pezet-matheson">Pezet Matheson</a>, which is marketing both 137 Old Burleigh Road and Sea Glass, said 137 Old Burleigh Road would address a clear gap in the market for genuine luxury products.

“There are very few opportunities on the Gold Coast where buyers can secure a residence of this size and quality in a new building,” Matheson said.

“What we’re seeing is a growing cohort of downsizers and interstate buyers who still want space - they’re not willing to compromise on living area, entertaining or finishes.

“This project has been designed with that buyer in mind. It offers the scale of a home, combined with the convenience and security of apartment living, in one of the coast’s most desirable positions.”

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Located on a 1,156 sqm site one block from the beachfront, the development will replace an ageing walk-up building and is expected to contribute to the ongoing transformation of the Old Burleigh Road strip into one of the Gold Coast’s most prestigious residential corridors.

With the development moving into the delivery phase, 137 Old Burleigh Road is slated to hit the market later this year.

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DVB Projects to launch second Broadbeach apartment tower as demolition commences

<a data-end="327" data-is-only-node="" data-start="250" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/norus-projects" rel="noopener" target="_new">Norus Developments</a> has lodged plans for a new apartment development in Clayton that would add further momentum to the suburb's emerging Green Street corridor.

Plans have been lodged for the consolidated site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1359-1365-centre-road-clayton-vic-3168">1359-1365 Centre Road</a>, where Norus is seeking approval for 218 apartments across a 12-storey apartment building designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/life-architecture-and-urban-design">Life Architecture</a>.

The proposal sits within the Clayton Major Activity Centre at the threshold of the planned Green Street corridor, a landscaped pedestrian connection intended to improve links through the precinct towards Clayton Railway Station.

The development would replace the site's existing collection of low-scale residential and commercial buildings with a single consolidated building, introducing significantly greater housing density to this part of Centre Road.

A retail tenancy is proposed at ground level to activate the Centre Road frontage, accompanied by transparent street interfaces and landscaping intended to create a more pedestrian-focused edge to the development.

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The building has been designed with stepped massing and upper-level setbacks to manage its transition towards surrounding residential properties. The planning report describes the approach as one that integrates the building into the landscape rather than treating landscaping as a secondary element.

"A strong landscape and public realm strategy underpins the proposal," Urbis states in the planning report.

"Public benefits include an affordable housing contribution, a new pocket park, generous landscaped setbacks, deep soil planting and integrated Water Sensitive Urban Design."

The report adds that these elements are intended to create "a permeable, pedestrian-focused ground plane that enhances walkability, supports urban cooling and reinforces the emerging Green Street character."

Biophilic and passive design principles extend through the residential levels, with planting, daylight, natural ventilation and views towards landscaped areas forming part of the amenity strategy.

Parking would be concentrated away from the public realm, with 145 car spaces proposed from the rear laneway rather than dominating the Centre Road frontage.

The proposal follows an extensive pre-application process with the City of Monash. Three formal meetings were held between the project team and Council from December 2025 to March 2026, with the scheme evolving through several concept iterations before the current design was lodged.

The project arrives as Clayton prepares for substantial change around its established activity centre and the wider Suburban Rail Loop precinct. Its position on Centre Road places the development within an existing concentration of shops, services and public transport, while the Green Street connection is intended to strengthen pedestrian access towards Clayton Railway Station.

First look: Norus plans landscape-led apartment project for Clayton’s emerging Green Street

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> has officially commenced construction on Bronze on Chevron, celebrating the sod turning of its first-ever Gold Coast development and marking a significant milestone in the company's continued expansion across South East Queensland.&nbsp;

Following the successful delivery of premium residential developments throughout Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bronze-on-chevron-8-mawarra-street-chevron-island-qld-4217">Bronze on Chevron</a> represents Gardner Vaughan Group's entry into the Gold Coast market. Bronze will deliver 119 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments above two ground-level retail tenancies.

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The recent sod turning ceremony was attended by Deputy Mayor Mark Hammel, President of the Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club, Cassandra Sedgman, project consultants, purchasers, project partners and invited guests to celebrate the commencement of construction.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group Chief Executive Officer Simon Betteridge said Bronze on Chevron represented an exciting new chapter for the business.&nbsp;

"We've spent almost four decades building homes that respond to the way people want to live, and we're excited to bring that experience to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>," Betteridge said.

"Bronze on Chevron is particularly significant because it marks Gardner Vaughan Group's first development on the Gold Coast following many successful projects across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast."

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Betteridge said the ground breaking is a proud moment for the&nbsp;team and their purchasers, who can now see their future homes beginning to take shape.&nbsp;

"As both developer and builder, we're able to oversee every aspect of the project from design through to construction, ensuring the quality and attention to detail Gardner Vaughan Group has become renowned for."&nbsp;

Designed by acclaimed architectural practice <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, Bronze on Chevron has been thoughtfully designed to complement Chevron Island's evolving streetscape while embracing its relaxed coastal lifestyle.

The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029.&nbsp;

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The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029

Gardner Vaughan Group breaks ground on first Gold Coast development, Bronze on Chevron

Brisbane off the plan apartments

Sekisui House Australia is set to welcome more than 350 new residents to its latest completed stage at its West Village masterplan, Altura.

Altura, the tallest apartment tower and the fifth to be completed in West End’s landmark $1.2 billion West Village precinct, comprises 146 apartments, which will be occupied just in time for Christmas.

The 22-level tower was designed with a&nbsp;unique neuro-architectural approach that aims to promote a feeling of wellness through design, textures and colours.

With concept design by Smart Design Studio, detailed design by nettletontribe and landscape design by RPS, Altura’s rooftop boasts a ‘Wellness Regeneration Zone’ with infinity edge pool, magnesium spa, outdoor kitchen, barbecue area and sunken fire pit for residents to rest and recharge.

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The podium ‘Lifeplace Level’ features communal areas for connectivity, including a library, cinema rooms, private dining room with kitchenette and workspace productivity pods, while 14-metre mature kauri pines line the base of the tower forming the tranquil Kauri Grove on Kauri Lane.

nettletontribe Director David Cohen said the quality of living spaces in each Altura residence was further enhanced through connections with nature.

“One of the underpinning design principles across the West Village master plan is the integration of built form with the natural environment, which has a positive flow-on effect on our health and wellbeing,” Cohen said.

“Altura embodies this principle by incorporating greenery vertically up the building, benefiting not only the residences and balcony environments, but also the surrounding buildings in the broader West Village community.

“The design of the balconies and the façade were key to delivering a quality space for each residence that achieved outlook and connection to the natural environment, including access to natural light and ventilation.”

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Only two residences remain available at Altura starting from $3.6 million, including the five-bedroom, four-and- half bathroom penthouse on level 22 and the four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom sub-penthouse on level 21.

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West Village Project Director Taku Hashimoto said the distinctive Altura residence reinforced the benefits of living in West Village where community, lifestyle and wellbeing were at the forefront.

“West Village provides an unparalleled setting, combining heritage, environmental connectivity, creativity, and health and wellness aspects that encourage residents and visitors to thrive,” Hashimoto said.

“It also boasts a 99 out of 100 Walk Score, enabling residents to easily access the precinct’s Harris Farm Markets, Goodlife Health Clubs, medical and beauty hubs, and the 25-plus retail and dining options.

“We are proud to deliver Altura as part of the West Village master plan and provide its soon-to-be residents with multi-sensory, luxury living and innovation, all within a vibrant community and a stone’s throw from the city."

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Three final buildings are to be completed at West Village, including the Allere Collection which is currently under construction and features two connected, vertical communities Uno and Duo, 90 per cent of which is already sold out with limited residences remaining across three, four and five-bedroom options.

The Allere Collection is a curated collection of 203 residences designed by Rothelowman, with a unique, pet- friendly focus integrated across both communities and shared communal spaces set to entice families, including rooftop pools, enclosed dining spaces, seating areas, a vegetable garden and an off-leash rooftop dog space, ‘Paw Pavilion’.

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West Village’s master developer Sekisui House Australia is proud to continue to create homes and communities that improve with time and last for generations.

With developments in Queensland and New South Wales, Sekisui House Australia’s approach to design honours its Japanese heritage, with design guided by the principle of Satoyama — connecting people through ‘ribbons of green’ to ensure communities are in harmony with their natural surroundings.

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West Village Project Director Taku Hashimoto said the distinctive Altura residence reinforced the benefits of living in West Village where community, lifestyle and wellbeing were at the forefront

Sekisui to welcome residents to Altura, West Village precinct after construction completion

National apartment developer <a href="/developers/kokoda-property">Kokoda Property</a> were very strategic in their acquisition of the site for their latest Brisbane apartment development, Ruby Ruby.

Having already completed <a href="/buildings/chester-ella-penthouse-collection-14-ella-street-newstead">Chester &amp; Ella</a> and <a href="/buildings/the-ambrose-19-23-mcdougall-street-milton">The Ambrose</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/newstead-qld-4006">Newstead</a>, Kokoda stayed near the river, but ventured much closer to the city.

They snapped up a site in <a href="/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a>, which has quickly garnered attention for its quirky cafe and brewery scene attracting young professionals.

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The Crombie Street site is ideally located just behind the <a href="/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a> Train Station, a three-minute train to Roma Street Station. The train lines also reach as far as Springfield and Ipswich to the south and the Redcliffe Peninsula to the north.

Ruby Ruby residents won't have to head into the city however to find amenity.&nbsp;

Brisbane’s first outdoor café strip is located a stone's throw away on Park Road, with Bunker Coffee open for breakfast and Arrivederci Pizza a popular lunchtime spot.

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<a href="/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a> boasts a vibrant cultural scene, with shopping and entertainment options at Rosalie Village, The Barracks at Petrie Terrace, and the Caxton Street entertainment precinct. Additionally, the lively Milton Markets are just one block away from Ruby Ruby, which will no doubt be a weekend hotspot.

Residents will be walking distance to Milton's iconic XXXX Brewery, <a href="/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a> Common, Tuk Tuk Restaurant &amp; Bar, Newstead Brewery, and Brewski Bar.

Residents will be surrounded by abundant green space, bikeways and the Brisbane River, with can play sports in <a href="/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a> Park and Frew Park or stroll down the river in no time. Other popular parks and playgrounds nearby are Dunmore Park, Paddington Skatepark, Roma Street Parkland, Wickham Park and E.E. McCormick Place on the waterfront.

Sport fans will also be at home with Suncorp just 750 metres away.

Families are expected to take interest in some of the larger apartments at Ruby Ruby, to be able to stay in a connected neighbourhood near good schools. <a href="/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a> State School, Hubbard's School, and Brisbane Grammar School are within 600 metres of Ruby Ruby, while Queensland University of Technology is only an eight-minute drive away.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/the-rise-of-milton-whats-driving-off-the-plan-apartments-buyers-to-the-inner-brisbane-suburb">The rise of Milton: What's driving off the plan apartments buyers to the inner-Brisbane suburb</a>

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Residents won't even have to leave Ruby Ruby however with the extensive amenity Kokoda is flooding the 21-level Cottee Parker-designed building with.

The 144-apartment building will feature a wellness rooftop with a wet-edge swimming pool that spans the full width of the building. Completing the fitness component of the rooftop is a heath and wellness space with a gym, infrared sauna, spa, plunge pool and a yoga studio.&nbsp;

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<a href="/developers/kokoda-property">Kokoda</a> is also catering for the working from home trend with a number of meeting rooms on the ground level, while the podium will home a&nbsp;private dining and lounge area, a cinema room, and a billiards room.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/a-rooftop-wellness-retreat-and-a-luxe-cinema-inside-the-facilities-at-kokodas-ruby-ruby-apartments-in-milton">A rooftop wellness retreat and a luxe cinema: Inside the facilities at Kokoda's Ruby Ruby apartments in Milton</a>

<a href="/developers/kokoda-property">Kokoda</a> is expected to announce a builder for Ruby Ruby before the end of the year, with construction slated to commence in early 2024 and a target completion date in late 2025.

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The Crombie Street site is ideally located just behind the Milton Train Station, a three-minute train to Roma Street Station

Why prospective buyers will be excited by the location of Kokoda's latest Brisbane apartment development, Ruby Ruby

EG Funds Management are bringing over 550 apartments to the vastly undersupplied Brisbane apartment market.

They're splitting their approved Fortitude Valley building in half, vertically not horizontally, creating two towers, one with 326 build to rent apartments, the other with 225 build to sell apartments across 33 levels.

The vast 3,582 sqm block stretches across 80 McLachlan Street and 801 Ann Street, while also having street frontages to Moregan and Connor Streets. the BTR tower will face Ann Street and the BTS tower McLachlan Street.

The Town Planning Report by Urbis said&nbsp;the Rothelowman-designed proposal delivers an exemplary design outcome that offers choice and diversity for both the apartment and rental market in Brisbane.

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"The development provides a memorable marker to the inner-city skyline, with vertical landscaping dispersed generously and use of contrasting colour palettes between the two towers," Urbis noted in their Assessment Report.

"The materiality creates a modern residential development with subtropical components that suitably respond to the site’s context and are unique to Brisbane."

Urbis said a key aspect of the development proposal is its building height.

"The proposed concept relies upon the existing approved height of the commercial scheme and enhances the design to provide a more refined outcome for the site involving two separate towers with greater setbacks and separation as well as reduced tower site cover."

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They said significant events have occurred since the receipt of the two previous approvals, including COVID-19, population growth, and confirmation of Brisbane as the host city for the 2032 Olympics.

"These significant events have stimulated changes to policy direction for planning and development of Brisbane.

"Recent federal, national and local strategic policies are expressing a consistent direction whereby increased height and density is supported in appropriate locations, particularly to address a critical economic and community need for housing supply.

"The proposal is aligned with this emerging policy direction, as the site is a large island site with no adjoining sensitive uses and receivers and highly accessible to public transport, employment and goods and services.

"It is of an appropriate scale and density that can accommodate significant on-site population to support the day- and night-time economy of Fortitude Valley."

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Architecture firm Rothelowman said in their Urban Context Report that the towers will make a "genuine contribution to helping solve the current housing crisis that affects Brisbane and Australia as a whole."

Part of the proposal is over 1,000 sqm of retail space which activates all four street frontages and provides a day/night economy to the area.

There will be around 300 sqm of purpose built community use space operated by the Little Big Foundation,&nbsp;over 400 sqm of privately owned public space in the form of a covered colonnade, activated plaza and sub-tropical gardens, and a subtropical colonnade along Morgan St that links together two heritage buildings; The Osbourne Hotel and St Patricks Cathedral.

Rothelowman said a deliberate focus on the power of landscape is at the heart of all design strategies embedded in the project.

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"801 Ann St seeks to provide an exemplary residential project grounded in a deep understanding of place and a sincere dedication to life in the subtropics. The design seeks to reimagine urban living with a central focus on community, generosity, and connection to nature. This approach and attitude is fundamental in providing a future focused methodology to delivering much needed housing within our rapidly evolving city.," Rothelowman said.

"Crafted through a meticulous analysis of the site and its surroundings, 801 Ann aims to seamlessly engage with the existing context of Fortitude Valley whilst offering rejuvenation to one of the more intense inner-city suburbs of Brisbane. It envisions weaving a vibrant, active, and generous urban atmosphere into the Valley heart, utilizing urban gestures and deep sheltered public spaces to establish a porous and harmonious interface with the city."

Both towers feature rooftop recreation decks with a pool, spa area, sun deck, dining room and kitchen and BBQ areas, as well as further amenity on level five with a gym for each building, a wellness spa, library, and work from home spaces.

EG Funds Management has over $5.1 billion in assets under management and a $3.9 billion development pipeline across Australia. They intend to keep the BTR tower, which they will let a national operator manage.

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The Town Planning Report by Urbis said the Rothelowman-designed proposal delivers an exemplary design outcome that offers choice and diversity for both the apartment and rental market in Brisbane

EG Funds to plug Brisbane housing supply hole with build to rent and build to sell plan apartment towers in Fortitude Valley

<a href="/developers/consolidated-properties">Consolidated Properties Group</a> has completed the first stage of construction on <a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">Monarch Residences</a> – the largest new apartment project in Brisbane’s western suburbs.

One of the two towers in the Coronation Drive project in <a href="/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> is approaching a sellout, with $300 million in sales across the whole development to date.&nbsp;

<a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">Monarch Residences</a>, which is being delivered by Consolidated Properties Group with funding partner Qualitas, was named Brisbane’s best performing project in the latest Urbis report, with the highest number of apartments sold in the July and September quarters.

<a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">Monarch Residences</a> is positioned on a 1.2-hectare site on the riverfront in <a href="/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> and upon completion will deliver 224 apartments and penthouse residences across two buildings.

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Residents will have access to a suite of facilities including a riverside pool, gym and sauna, and an expansive rooftop terrace with dining and entertainment areas.

The <a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">$450 million development</a> recently bottomed out with earthworks complete to basement level, paving the way for both towers to start coming out of the ground first half of next year.&nbsp; 
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With towers River 1 and River 2 being built concurrently, it’s anticipated construction of the whole project will be complete by the end of 2025.&nbsp;

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<a href="/developers/consolidated-properties">Consolidated Properties Group</a> Chairman and CEO Don O’Rorke said work is ahead of schedule due to strong demand from buyers seeking larger riverfront apartments, and the capability of Hutchinson Builders.

“<a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">Monarch Residences</a> is one of Brisbane’s most sought-after addresses, with Urbis data showing this project has accounted for a third of all apartment sales in the city over the past six months,” he said.

“Sales have really gained pace in the lead up to Christmas, as people look ahead to the new year and consider their property and lifestyle aspirations. 
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“River 2 now has less than 10 residences remaining for sale, all of which are home-size three- bedroom floorplans, with prices starting from $1.875 million."

WATCH:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/why-owner-occupiers-have-embraced-consolidated-properties-groups-monarch-residences-in-toowong">Why owner-occupiers have embraced Consolidated Properties Group's Monarch Residences in Toowong</a>

O'Rorke says the development has&nbsp;been so successful because it is unique in terms of both its location on the riverfront surrounded by expansive public parkland, and its offering - with residences created by the best in the business – <a href="/architects/john-wardle-architects">Wardle</a> and <a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker Architects</a>.&nbsp;

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“As the towers start to come out of the ground, I expect interest will ramp up even further, as prospective buyers will be able to see the project taking shape.”&nbsp; 
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Hutchinson Builders Chairman Scott Hutchinson said the construction site was already a hive of activity, with more workers expected to come on board as the towers stretch skyward.&nbsp; 
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“We currently have a workforce of about 200 tradies on site, but this will increase to about 400 during peak construction phases,” he said.&nbsp; 
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“Most of our tradies are local to South-East Queensland, so a project like this is an exciting opportunity to be part of creating what will be a landmark community for Brisbane.”

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One of the two towers in the Coronation Drive project is approaching a sellout, with $300 million in sales across the whole development to date

Hutchinson completes earthworks at Consolidated Properties' Toowong apartment development, Monarch Residences

National developer Urbex is approaching the sellout of its luxury Manly residential development, The Wellington Collection.

They've sold out each of the six apartments in the Wellington Street building, leaving just two townhomes remaining for sale. The last apartment in the building sold for $2.6 million.

Scaffolding is expecting to come down in the next few weeks, with construction slated for early next year.

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“Manly already has significant value in its lifestyle offering, so it was important for any project introduced into the suburb to hit the mark with trade up or down owner-occupiers from interstate, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane,” Craig Covacich, General Manager of Urbex Realty, said.

Covacich said the slowdown in the real estate sector off the back of interest rate hikes has not mitigated the severity of an undersupplied housing market, magnified by the turbulence developers have had to navigate to deliver their projects.

"Supply chain and labour cost issues have placed many builders and developers in financial distress, some of which have collapsed, and consumers are cautious when purchasing off the plan,"&nbsp;Covacich said.

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Urbex has its own building division, JMac Constructions, which&nbsp;Covacich says provides a&nbsp;point of difference and grants the business a level of resilience and flexibility.

Covacich believes the townhouse model may also be a solution to the high demand given the housing supply crisis in South-East Queensland.

“With the rise in the population in Queensland and changes to what consumers want in their homes, there is a shift in what the ‘Australian dream’ home looks like. In the past, this was a large block, four-bedroom house and a big backyard. Many are opting for building upwards, rather than outwards, and cutting out the fourth bedroom and investing those saved funds into shaping the urban space and amenities within the dwelling."

The Wellington Collection’s remaining two townhomes span over 460 sqm internally and have three bedrooms, a multi-purpose room, three car spaces, a workshop, an internal lift, and a private plunge pool.

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Scaffolding is expecting to come down in the next few weeks, with construction slated for early next year

The Wellington Collection approaches sellout as construction advances toward completion

Fresh off the back of relaunching its luxury Kangaroo Point apartment developer Skye Residences, Brisbane developer Pikos Group is preparing to re-work its other project in the in demand riverside suburb.

They've applied to redesigned their Lambert Street, Kangaroo Point project, creating a full acre of inner-city parklands in the process while also&nbsp;improving building efficiency, river views, and community amenity.

The 5,284 sqm site is now being earmarked for two 15-level towers with 214 one, two and three-bedroom apartments stretching between the&nbsp;Brisbane River and Lambert and O’Connell Streets.

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“After working closely for several months with key consultants, Brisbane City Council, and builder partners to understand delivery costs and timeframes for the current development, we have decided to progress a redesign of the project,” Pikos Group Managing Director Pedro Pikos said.

“Pikos Group is now proposing to redevelop the site into a private riverside community-focused enclave that celebrates socially-conscious living, centred around over 4,000 sqm leisure inspired naturescape that will transcend inner urban living.

“With over an acre of terraced landscaping, it will be the largest private riverside park in Brisbane."

Pikos says the new design will&nbsp;consolidate the number of buildings from three to two, allow them to significantly open the ground plane for the delivery of greater privacy, multiple leisure activities and connectivity between the residential galleries, wider neighbourhood and the Brisbane River.

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The apartments will be defined by a series of soft curves echoing the Brisbane River and strong overtones of Queensland architecture. They will include a high level of luxury finishes including natural limestone kitchen benches and tiling, V-ZUG appliances, customised engineered timber floors, feature lighting and ducted air-conditioning.

More than 20 nature and leisure zones will incorporate a three-tiered aquatic leisure pool, wellness centre with infrared sauna and heated spa, outdoor lounges, meditation spaces, outdoor kitchens and dining rooms, terraced BBQ areas, outdoor gym, outdoor cinema and dog park.

The development will also include 1077sqm of private rooftop gardens, 384 resident and visitor carparks, 9 EV charging stations and 268 bicycle racks.

Pikos have also undertaken with Brisbane City Council to extend the Riverwalk at the development site to provide pedestrian river promenade connection to the city and the Docklands City Cat Ferry Terminal.

Pikos Group CEO Michelle Wooldridge said the project would redefine luxury riverfront living in Brisbane.

“Pikos Group is committed to developing world class projects in Brisbane’s most iconic locations," Wooldridge said.

"Our newest project continues the tradition, delivering an unrivalled living and leisure experience on the last undeveloped riverfront site in inner-city Brisbane."

Subject to approval, Pikos Group aims to commence construction in 2024 with an estimated completion in mid-2027. The developer is progressing discussions with several builders, with an announcement due in the coming months.

Existing buyers of the formerly named La Storia project will be offered first access to new residences prior to being released to market, with the option of a fully refunded deposit if they choose not to proceed.

The 5,284 sqm site is now being earmarked for two 15-level towers with 214 one, two and three-bedroom apartments stretching between the Brisbane River and Lambert and O’Connell Streets

First look: Pikos redesigns Kangaroo Point apartment development, creating one acre of inner-city parkland

Developments across Australia are getting greener.

In the financial year 2022-23,&nbsp;Green Star certifications increased by more than 80 per cent, the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has announced.

Over 800 certifications were issued across Australia, showing sustainability is on the rise.

Jorge Chapa, Chief Impact Officer at GBCA, said the&nbsp;2022–23 financial year saw GBCA issue more than 840 Green Star certifications – the highest number since the inception of Green Star,” Chapa said.

“This year we saw an unprecedented number of certifications across a range of projects from universities to the interiors of retail stores, and from industrial precincts to sporting arenas hosting the Women’s FIFA World cup here in Australia.”

Now over 80,000 people live in Green Star rated apartment buildings, while over&nbsp;890,000 people will live or work in the 70 Green Star-certified communities, including more than 510,000 residents and 380,000 workers and students.

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There's an upcoming release of Green Star Fitouts which will help drive&nbsp;circular, healthy, responsible and positive outcomes in commercial space, while a tailored pathway for apartment buildings within Green Star Buildings is also under development.

Chapa emphasised the importance of the relationship between Green Star, industry, and the community.

“2023 was the year of game changers, milestones, and growth for the GBCA, but also for industry who responded to the calls for a more sustainable, resilient, and healthy built environment.”

<a href="/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia's</a> West Village precinct in <a href="/new-apartments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a> is a 6-Star Green Star Community. Their apartments feature tinted windows to reduce heat gain and energy bills, rainwater tanks to create a greywater recycling system, and a&nbsp;21kW solar PV system to generate renewable entry in the communal areas.

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AVJennings are pursuing a&nbsp;5-Star Green Star Community rating, as well as a 7-Star natHERS Rating, at their new <a href="/new-apartments/brunswick-west-vic-3055">Brunswick West development</a>, <a href="/buildings/harvest-square-apartments-and-townhomes">Harvest Square</a>.

The walkable community&nbsp;is fully electric, and features an 18-metre-wide green corridor with productive plantings for the enjoyment of all residents.

Over 800 certifications were issued across Australia, showing sustainability is on the rise

Apartment developments getting more sustainable: Green Building Council of Australia

ARIA Property Group has completed Trellis, one of its most sustainable Brisbane apartment developments to date.

Trellis, in South Brisbane, was sold out of all 110 apartments well before its recently completion by McNab to designs by Rothelowman.

ARIA focused its sustainable&nbsp;initiatives in four key areas: apartments, landscaping, water, and electricity.

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Queenslander-style balconies wrap around each apartment for natural airflow and ventilation, accentuated by generously proportioned floor plans, three-metre high ceilings, and timber flooring. Cross-flow ventilation corridors, operable architectural screen doors and double-glazed glass reduce reliance on ducted air-conditioning.

Living areas transform into seamless indoor and outdoor spaces with the flush balcony via operable glazing.&nbsp;

The distinct rooftop of the building, with its various lifestyle amenities, is crowned by a trellis-like structure from extended columns and floating beams—featuring over 4,000 plants and over ninety-four climbers ascending across the layered facade to improve biodiversity, cooling the building and reducing the heat island effect. The rooftop features a 25-metre infinity pool and hot and cold magnesium baths.

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Aria is incorporating 60,000L of rainwater tanks to capture as much rainwater as possible to irrigate planting, while they are&nbsp;also aimin to offset 100 per cent of common area electricity costs through solar panels and storing power through Tesla battery wall chargers.&nbsp;

The building will also provide a Tesla vehicle for resident use, and all parking spaces will feature infrastructure for future electric charger installation.

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An open-plan conservatory replaced a traditional podium. The open-plan conservatory homes a&nbsp;lead residents through a cascading water wall to the Temple of Wellness, a fully equipped fitness centre and meditation zone with weights, pilates reformers, cardiovascular equipment and meditation pods. Aria Living also offers complimentary group yoga and group personal training fortnightly.

The $60 million project, which also features a private wine bar and lounge, a resident wine cellar, and a boardroom and podcast room, sits on&nbsp;Edmondstone Street, located adjacent to Musgrave Park, one of Brisbane’s oldest and most iconic parklands.

ARIA focused its sustainable initiatives in four key areas: apartments, landscaping, water, and electricity

Staff Writer

ARIA complete Trellis, sustainable South Brisbane apartment development

The Palaszczuk Government is backing first home buyers, increasing the cap in the First Home Owner Grant scheme.

Eligible first home buyers will now be able to access $30,000 of government funding when securing their first home, double the $15,000 previously offered as part of the scheme.

The $15,000 boost will come into effect for transactions entered into on or after Monday, 20 November.

The increase means Queenslanders will have access to the equal highest First Home Owner Grant in Australia, triple the grants available in New South Wales and Victoria.

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It is estimated this doubling of the grant will support around 12,000 buyers to unlock their first home by 30 June 2025, when the boost is set to expire.

The Government will use funds available through the progressive Coal Royalties regime to give back to first homeowners.

Over the last three years, the Palaszczuk Government has supported more than 24,000 households into their first home through $365 million in grants.

Between 2016 and 2021, rates of home ownership in Queensland increased from 62.2 per cent to 63.5 per cent.

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Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says she wants to see home owner ship rates continue to rise.

“I know how much cost of living is impacting Queenslanders, especially first home buyers,"&nbsp;Palaszczuk says.

“Our government is committed to easing these pressures by delivering the largest cost of living relief package anywhere in the nation. I want to see home ownership rates continue to rise, which is why our government is stepping up to lend a helping hand.

“The existing first home owner grant has been very successful, which is why our government is doubling the grant program - meaning eligible first home buyers will receive $30,000 cashback. I hope this puts the dream of owning a first home within reach of more Queenslanders."

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Treasurer of Queensland Cameron Dick says with&nbsp;evidence that there is some capacity emerging in housing construction, now is the time to get more Queenslanders into their own home.

“Queensland’s strong budget position gives us the flexibility to adapt to changing conditions like this, by reinvesting the proceeds from progressive coal royalties,"&nbsp;Dick says.

“Getting more Queenslanders into their own home is something the LNP could not do, because they would hand these progressive royalties back to coal companies, royalties that are helping to pay for this increase to the First Home Owners Grant.”

The Palaszczuk Government is investing $5 billion into social and affordable housing, which include $1.25 billion over five years for social housing supply and homelessness support.

Their $70 million Build-to-Rent Pilot Project&nbsp;has approved three developments which will deliver 1200 apartments to the rental market, including up to 490 at discounted rent.

Eligible first home buyers will now be able to access $30,000 of government funding when securing their first home, double the $15,000 previously offered as part of the scheme

Queensland's First Home Owner Grant doubles to get more first home buyers into the property market

<a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">Skye Residences</a> is the newest luxury apartment project by longtime Brisbane developer Pikos Group.

The three-building, Kangaroo Point development with just two apartments per floor has been a hit with local baby boomers since its launch a few months ago.

With everything going on at <a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">Skye Residences</a>, including the recent construction kick off, Urban CEO Mike Bird caught up with Pikos Group's CEO Michelle Wooldridge to talk about the project in depth.

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Wooldridge, a former director at Lendlease and also currently the Queensland Division Council Vice President at the&nbsp;Property Council of Australia, says the <a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">River Terrace site</a> speaks for itself.

"It's a beautifully designed, beautifully finished product with great amenity, but it's all about the location, it's all about the uninterrupted views, the connectivity to the city," Wooldridge says.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/skye-residences-the-kangaroo-point-clifftop-location-offering-the-best-of-brisbane">Skye Residences: The Kangaroo Point clifftop location offering the best of Brisbane</a>

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<a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">Skye Residences</a>, under construction by Tomkins Commercial, sits&nbsp;on a vast 2,300 sqm site above the Kangaroo Point cliffs. The <a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">Conrad Gargett-designed buildings</a> will home 68 luxury apartments.&nbsp;

Residents will get exclusive access to the 1,000 sqm sky deck which will home an infinity pool and a rooftop leisure and restaurant precinct.&nbsp;

All apartments feature uninterrupted views of the Brisbane City skyline, South Bank, the Botanic Gardens and the Brisbane River.

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With everything going on at Skye Residences, including the recent construction kick off, Urban CEO Mike Bird caught up with Pikos Group's CEO Michelle Wooldridge to talk about the project in depth

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