The final apartments in the most recently completed new development in Balwyn present some of the largest and most exclusive ever delivered in one of Melbourne’s most established and character-rich neighbourhoods.

Boutique developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/wulff-projects">Wulff Projects</a>,&nbsp;alongside partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pga-group">PGA Group</a>, has just finished <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/threadneedle-balwyn-1-5-threadneedle-street-balwyn-vic-3103">Threadneedle</a>, 17 home-sized residences designed completely for the owner-occupier.

Named after its location on Threadneedle Street, the new project has been shaped by the heritage fabric of Balwyn. It offers two low-rise buildings of eight and nine apartments respectively, designed to emulate traditional standalone homes.&nbsp;

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John Scaramuzzino, Director at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bruce-henderson-architects">Bruce Henderson Architects</a>, explains the design intention.

“Given the quiet residential character of the street with many homes dating back to the 1930s and 1940s, we approached Threadneedle wanting to appear less as a collection of apartments and more as a traditional residence. This led to creating not one but two buildings that could “breathe” with larger garden-based apartments functioning more like small homes.”

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The north-facing residences are nestled among extensive landscaped gardens by Ben Scott Garden Design, with over one-third of the site dedicated to greenery. The resulting setting is one of calm seclusion, where architecture and landscape work in tandem to offer immediate liveability.

With construction now complete, the final apartments include a top-floor, single-level penthouse residence priced from $2.8 million. This home offers three bedrooms, a dedicated study, two bathrooms plus powder room, and three car spaces with an oversized storage room.&nbsp;

Interiors prioritise spatial comfort and natural light, with three-metre-high ceilings, oversized internal doors and a full-width terrace oriented to the north, east and west.&nbsp;

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Floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows ensure thermal performance across seasons, supported by automated external blinds, zoned heating and cooling, and a fireplace for added ambiance.

Each apartment has been individually designed to maximise privacy and garden outlooks. Kitchens combine refined finishes with practical considerations: stone benchtops, butler’s pantry, full-height joinery and concealed rangehoods.&nbsp;

The inclusion of dedicated home offices responds to contemporary living patterns, while bathrooms feature sculptural bathtubs and brushed nickel fixtures.&nbsp;

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Threadneedle also integrates best-practice sustainability measures, achieving a 7 Star average NatHERS rating. Initiatives include solar PV systems, rainwater harvesting for toilet flushing and irrigation, and high-performing building insulation. These elements enhance daily comfort while reducing ongoing maintenance and energy demand.

"We believe Threadneedle sets a new standard of design excellence and building quality for Balwyn,"&nbsp;Scaramuzzino added.

"It’s an architectural response we’re particularly proud of, and one we’re sure residents will be equally proud to call home."

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Final homes remaining as Threadneedle, Balwyn completes construction

Joel Robinson

Sydney's top 15 new apartments developments set to launch in 2026

Developer-builder <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dasco-australia">DASCO</a> has pushed beyond the now-standard inclusions of rooftop pools and landscaped podiums at its recently launched new Epping project, Senso.

It has laid out over 4,000 sqm of resident-only amenity in a move designed to compete directly with low-density housing on livability, not just density. The result is a development that supports genuine daily use through purposeful spaces distributed across its five-building, 479-apartment precinct.

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Two rooftop pools form the anchor of Senso. One is a 27-metre lap pool adjoining a heated spa, designed for everyday fitness rather than just summer leisure. The second sits on a lower podium, allowing different buildings to share in vertical access and reducing crowding during peak times.

It is the secondary spaces that start to distinguish Senso from other large-scale suburban projects. A rooftop cinema is integrated into a landscaped terrace, offering open-air screenings with natural ventilation and passive cooling.&nbsp;

The inclusion of a “sensory walk”, an elevated boardwalk that threads through the site, suggests a rare investment in non-commercial, non-essential amenity: space for quiet movement that doesn’t double as access or traffic circulation.

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The gym and wellness centre, often relegated to a small ground-floor room in many builds, takes on more substance here. Residents have access to a fully equipped gym, as well as outdoor yoga areas and meditative zones that integrate greenery and natural light.&nbsp;

The Club Lounge is similarly designed to support multiple use cases, with a private dining terrace, kitchenette, workspace, and lockable wine storage. These aren’t superficial additions; their scale and spatial allocation indicate serious intent for frequent resident use.

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Importantly, Senso’s amenities are embedded within a site that spans more than 10,000 sqm, allowing for better separation between spaces and reduced noise spillover, a critical but often overlooked factor in high-density developments. This spatial generosity also enables multiple alfresco kitchens and communal terraces without compromising individual privacy or usable space.

While many developments make claims about lifestyle, few back it with this level of built infrastructure. Senso’s mix of dedicated fitness, wellness, social and passive green spaces suggests a conscious response to the post-pandemic shift in housing expectations, especially among owner-occupiers.&nbsp;

DASCO is one of several leading developers who have taken out Resilience Insurance's Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing buyers with a 10-year structural and waterproofing warranty, and giving them the ultimate peace of mind.

Senso is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

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The outdoor amenities elevating life at Senso, Epping

Following the proposal by the Minns Labor Government to rezone Parramatta Road to create up to 8,000 new homes, prominent developer Ceerose has gone to the NSW Gov to increase the density of its new mixed-use residential building in Leichhardt.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/ceerose">Ceerose</a>, founded by Edward Doueihi nearly three decades ago, has filed plans for 154 apartments above ground-floor retail at 307-315 Parramatta Road, a key corner site near Norton Street, the main high street strip in Leichhardt.

It's an upsize from the previously approved scheme of 63 apartments across a seven-storey building.

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The project is being advanced through the State Significant Development (SSD) pathway, with concurrent rezoning sought to facilitate the proposal. The 10-storey development would rise over a four-level basement and deliver two retail tenancies, one a larger-format offering and the other a smaller “hole in the wall” space, addressing the Parramatta Road frontage. 21 of the apartments are dedicated as affordable housing.

According to the Urban Design Report by Architecture AND, the scheme includes a podium and tower configuration, with a fine-grain, two-storey parapet street wall that references the traditional shopfront rhythm along the corridor. “An elegant tower form is proposed, combined with a characterful two storey frontage... articulating it as two related buildings, providing consistency with the rhythm and grain of Parramatta Road,” the report notes.

The residential component is split across two slender towers set back from the street edge, a design move aimed at preserving solar access and reducing perceived bulk. This massing strategy also seeks to improve residential amenity by focusing scale toward the quieter northern interface, away from Parramatta Road’s noise and pollution.

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Architecture AND has worked with Ceerose on previous Inner West projects, and cites a deep familiarity with the local character. Their design draws heavily on context, heritage, and sunlight access considerations, and engages with the Inner West Council’s “Our Fairer Future” strategic planning framework.

The site spans 2,712 sqm and is located near key intersections with Catherine Street, Hay Street, and Redmond Street. It adjoins a public carpark to the north and is within walking distance of Stanmore and Petersham stations. It is also flagged in state and local planning strategies, including the Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy, as a suitable candidate for increased density.

Ceerose recently completed The Alex Collective on McEvoy Street in Alexandria, Abbie's Lane in Annandale, and the award-winning Munro House in Elizabeth Bay.

The Parramatta Road corridor is coming to life with the proposed rezoning which is serviced by a significant number of bus, light rail and train routes.

Deicorp is progressing with its $1.8 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kings-bay-village-five-dock-53-75-queens-road-five-dock-nsw-2046">Kings Bay Village</a> precinct on Parramatta Road in Five Dock, as is <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/toga-to-push-on-with-five-dock-mixed-use-masterplan">TOGA further down the street</a>. Those two projects alone will bring nearly 2,000 new homes to Parramatta Road.

First look: Ceerose plots mixed-use Leichhardt development on Parramatta Road

North Sydney's landmark 'SBS Building' on Alfred Street is set to be demolished to make way for a new mixed-use residential tower in the booming North Sydney.

Commercial property group FiveX is behind the plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/275-alfred-street-north-north-sydney-nsw-2060">39-storey tower</a>, the latest project to advance under the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

They are proposing 184 apartments above retail spaces, which will replace the existing 20-storey commercial building. FiveX was set up more than five decades ago by Joshua and Marko Berger. It is currently led by Joshua's son Lesli.&nbsp;

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According to the Architectural Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fjc-studio">FJC Studio</a>, the slender tower form has been deliberately designed to respect the site's transitional setting at the southern gateway to the North Sydney CBD, where high-rise towers give way to lower-scale residential precincts.

"The slender tower form and articulated podium establish a respectful relationship with nearby heritage and low rise buildings, including the Whaling Road Heritage Conservation Area,” the architecture firm noted, adding that the tower “completes a missing link in the urban fabric” while enhancing the Alfred Street streetscape.

The proposed building will include a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, with 15 percent of the gross residential floor area allocated as affordable housing. There is an agreement already in place that those apartments will be managed by Evolve Housing.

The project aligns with broader state housing objectives, including the National Housing Accord target of delivering 1.2 million new homes by 2029. The Scoping Report filed with the State Significant Development Application (SSDA) suggests the site "presents no impediments to rapid delivery,” with construction able to commence within 12 months of receiving consent.

North Sydney has been one of the most popular suburbs in Sydney for new and off the plan apartment development, but hasn't had the supply to keep up with demand, until recently.

AURA by Aqualand was, for a long time, the only off the plan apartment building on the market. That completed last year, and has sold the majority of its 386 luxury apartments. Recently ALAND launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-walden-173-179-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The Walden</a> on the same street, selling over $100 million within just a few hours of its launch, while developer CASA also launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-mclaren-north-sydney-45-mclaren-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The McLaren</a>&nbsp;in the same precinct.

First look: Fivex plans 39-storey residential tower in booming North Sydney

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A mortgagee property in Western Australia’s Greenfields has come onto the market.
The three-bedroom, one-bathroom home has been listed with hopes of between $190,000 and $200,000.
Located at 4 Lorikeet Court, the 703 sqm block is situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac.
The property’s offerings include a large enclosed patio room, storage sheds and decent yard area.
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It last traded for $260,000 in 2014.
The home is in close proximity to the amenities in Mandurah, as well as being less than an hour to Perth.
Acton agent Greg Kent has the listing.
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A mortgagee unit in Western Australia’s Mandurah has hit the market.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has price hopes of $255,000.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-wa-mandurah-133840106">74a Cooper Street</a>, the home is within walking distance to the Mandurah foreshore and shopping precinct.
Its offerings include an open plan living area, a low-maintenance rear courtyard and a double car garage.
The property last traded in 2006 for $375,000.
Professionals agent Kathryn Fiorenza has the listing.
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A development site, in the Western Australian city of Mandurah, has been listed for sale.
Occupying 6,045 square metres, 310 Pinjarra Road is directly opposite the freshly-upgraded Mandurah Forum Shopping Centre.
It adjoins a BP service station on the city’s main arterial road.
It primarily occupies the corner of Pinjarra Road and Dower Street, with frontages of 45 metres and 70 metres respectively, but also features an additional 40 metre frontage on Parkview Street.
The title is currently subject to separate zonings, with 3,821square metres facing Pinjarra Road zoned Service Commercial, and a further 2,224 square metres on Parkview Street currently zoned Residential.
The City of Mandurah is considering a new Town Planning Scheme that would result in joint Commercial &amp; Residential Mixed-Use zoning, adding development options for the Parkview Street portion.
Mandurah, approximately 70 kilometres south of the Perth CBD, is Western Australia’s largest regional city, with its current population of 84,000 forecast to grow by 44% between now and 2036.
The development site is surrounded by additional amenities including parks, the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre and Mandurah Library.
CBRE’s Ben Younger and Jake Wallman have been appointed to manage the campaign, in conjunction with Peter Vetten from Raine &amp; Horne Mandurah, with offers due June 4.
“Development sites of this quality don’t come to market very often,” Mr Wallman said.
“We expect this opportunity to generate significant interest from developers attracted to the site’s outstanding location; Pinjarra Road generates huge exposure and the Mandurah Forum is directly next door.
“This is a unique site benefiting from three street frontages, while its zoning also allows for a broad range of development options.”
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Located on the southwest coast of Western Australia, a Mandurah four bedroom house has been sold by mortgagees for $235,000.
It was sold by Keith Prevost from Harcourts earlier this month.
It had last sold at $140,000 in 2003.
Positioned on an 830 sqm block, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-wa-mandurah-126100182" target="_blank">the 15 Kingdon St house</a> comes with three bedrooms, a large living area with a games or dining room to the rear and re-fitted bathroom.
Other features include reverse cycle a/c to main living areas.
The Western Australian home is close to central Mandurah, train station and Caterpillar Park.
<a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/lose%20to%20central%20Mandurah,%20train%20station%20and%20Caterpillar%20Park" target="_blank">The median house price sits on $282,500</a>, according to CoreLogic.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Mandurah Forum is undergoing a $350 million makeover.
Western Australian Premier Colin Barnett joined Vicinity Centres executive general manager of development Jonathan Timms to unveil the transformation project on Monday.
Post-development, the retail centre will almost double in size. 
“We are creating a major regional shopping centrewith the introduction of the first next generation David Jones store in WA which will anchor an upgraded fashion offer at the centre, and also include an enhanced food and dining offer,” Timms said. 
Along with David Jones, there will be a Target store to complement the existing retailers in the centre – Kmart, Big W, Coles and Woolworths. 
“With a retail offer including more than 220 stores, unrivalled south of Perth, the new centre will be a destination offering premium and fashion-forward brands and the best of everyday fashion for the whole family.” 
The upgraded centre will have food and dining options, including a café and restaurant precinct with al fresco dining options around a water oasis.
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Mandurah's top retail centre to get $350 million upgrade

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Mandurah (postcode 6210), the second-largest city in Western Australia, rounds off the top 10 most searched regional suburbs for 2015 on rent.com.au’s list.
The median rent for all rental properties advertised in Mandurah in the 30 days to the first week of February was $310 per week, same as the last quarter. 
In comparison, the surrounding suburbs of Coodanup, Dudley Park, Greenfields, Halls Head, Meadow Springs and Silver Sands were much expensive, with median rent for the same period at $370.
The rental price range in Mandurah varied from $215 for a one-bedroom place to $450 for four-bedrooms in the 30 days.
The average days on market for all rental properties advertised in Mandurah in the latest 90 days was 36 days, 17 days shorter than the previous quarter.
The number of rental properties advertised in Mandurah in the 30-day period rose sharply by 42 to 96 properties — 64 houses and 32 apartments — from the previous 30 days. 
There are a total of 1,899 rental properties in Mandurah, 56.4% of all properties there (ABS, Census Data, 2011). 
Mandurah is made up of 86.1% houses and 13.9% apartments.
Property Observer found these two examples for recent rented properties around the median on rent.com.au:
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1. A three-bedroom house at <a href="https://www.rent.com.au/property-house-mandurah-6210-1356378" target="_blank">42 Cassowary Crescent</a> (above) is up for rent at $350 a week.
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2. A three-bedroom villa at <a href="https://www.rent.com.au/property-villa-mandurah-6210-1690152" target="_blank">1/48 Gibson Street</a> (above) can be rented for $310 per week.
The ASX-listed Rent.com.au Ltd achieved a record 615,405 unique visitors to its website in January, followed by more than 610,000 unique visitors in February.
Landlords are able to list their property for free in a limited time offer on <a href="https://www.rent.com.au/">rent.com.au</a>.
 
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Some 11.4% of resold homes across Perth in the September 2015 quarter were sold for less than the previous purchase price, according to CoreLogic RP Data.
It was the highest proportion of loss-making resales since July 2012. 
The 11.4% of resales at a loss is up from just 5% 12 months ago. 
The Cottesloe and Peppermint Grove council areas recorded no resales at a loss over the quarter, while Serpentine-Jarrahdale (2.3%) was the only other region below 5%.
 The highest proportion of loss-making resales occurred in the Perth (37.1%), Mandurah (23.6%) and Nedlands (20%) council areas. 
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The Australian leading commercial real estate company Colliers International are selling a large parcel of land two blocks from the beach in Mandurah.
The 15,793 sqm vacant land, split over two adjacent blocks, is expected to capture interest from tourist and residential developers.
Located an hour south of Perth, the separate blocks comprise of <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-land+development-wa-mandurah-501783462">170 Mandurah Terrace</a> and the former Lucky Caravan Park at 20 Henson Street.
Both properties are zoned urban under the Peel Region Scheme which allows for residential development, employment and retail use.
However, additional permitted uses under the City of Mandurah Town planning scheme allow for commercial and tourist development.
Colliers International director of investment services Nicholas Agapitos said the properties were the largest parcel of land to come to the market in Mandurah in some time, and had a flexible range of uses. 
“There is an existing approval for a tourist development on the site and Mandurah remains a hotspot for overnight and short-stay accommodation," he said.
The Peel region recently recorded a 13-year high in domestic overnight visitors, with approximately 540,000 domestic overnight trips. 
The development approval allows for 47 residential apartments, 165 tourist units and 10 ground-floor commercial tenancies. Approval was also granted for a 12-storey tower on the site and 477 parking bays. 
Offers for the properties close December 21. 
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