A long-awaited transformation of a former industrial site in Holroyd has been given the green light, with the NSW Government approving the $1.2 billion Crescent Parklands masterplan that will deliver more than 1,200 new homes just south of Parramatta.

The State Significant Development approval clears the way for a large-scale mixed-use precinct at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1-crescent-street-holroyd-nsw-2142">1 Crescent Street</a>, replacing an underutilised site with a coordinated residential community anchored by new open space, retail, and commercial uses.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> for WA-based developer Tiberius, the approved scheme comprises seven buildings arranged across two precincts. In total, the development will deliver 1,227 apartments, including 201 allocated as affordable housing, alongside approximately 2,500 sqm of retail and 5,000 sqm of commercial space within a mixed-use podium.

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The project is structured as a masterplanned precinct rather than a standalone tower. Buildings 1 to 4 will rise from a shared podium with shop-top housing, while Buildings 5 to 7 are positioned closer to the northern park interface as residential flat buildings. The built form has been carefully modulated to balance density with amenity, with the design resolving building separation, solar access, and wind impacts at a precinct scale.

A significant focus of the design is the activation of Crescent Street and the integration of public domain. The submission notes that “individual townhouses [were] removed for community based functions to Crescent Street to increase activation and surveillance,” reinforcing a more urban and publicly engaged street edge. Retail, commercial tenancies, and resident amenity spaces are concentrated along this frontage and within the podium to support day-to-day activity.

The landscape strategy underpins the project’s identity, with a network of pedestrian connections, landscaped corridors, and open spaces linking the site internally and to its surroundings. The design prioritises permeability, delivering “increased uninterrupted flow between spaces for pedestrian access” and improved connections through to the adjoining parklands.

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Buildings within the western precinct are oriented toward the park, shaping a residential offering defined by proximity to open space. The design describes this approach as creating apartments “immersed in nature with apartments facing the park,” positioning the landscape as a central organising element of the masterplan.

The broader architectural response addresses both infrastructure and context, with taller elements capturing long-range views toward Parramatta while setbacks and separation distances mitigate impacts on surrounding residential areas. Sustainability initiatives, including solar optimisation, cross-ventilation, and integrated landscape systems, are embedded across the scheme.

Located approximately one kilometre south of Parramatta CBD, the 3.6-hectare site is bounded by Crescent Street, Woodville Road, and Holroyd Sportsground. It benefits from strong access to public transport, including nearby bus routes and train stations, and sits within a rapidly evolving corridor earmarked for increased residential density. The design also strengthens connections between surrounding green spaces, including Holroyd Sportsground and Parramatta Parklands.

The approval follows several years of planning, including a rezoning process that enabled significant uplift in height and density across the site. With determination now secured, Crescent Parklands is positioned to play a major role in delivering new housing supply within Greater Parramatta’s growth area.

Joel Robinson

Tiberius’ Crescent Parklands to deliver over 1,200 homes in major Holroyd transformation

A new State Significant Development application has been lodged over land at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/33-43-marion-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">33–43 Marion Street</a>, Parramatta, proposing a high-rise mixed-use tower that leverages planning incentives to deliver a substantial pipeline of new housing, including a dedicated affordable component.

The scheme, currently on exhibition, combines a shop-top housing development with a concurrent rezoning, positioning the site for a significant uplift in density within Parramatta’s evolving southern CBD fringe.

The proposal, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fuse-architecture-0">Fuse Architects</a> for CN Marion, would replace the existing buildings with a 37-storey mixed-use tower, delivering 296 apartments above a retail podium with six basement levels on the 2,376 sqm site.

The residential mix comprises 58 one-bedroom, 207 two-bedroom, and 31 three-bedroom apartments, with communal facilities located on the second level and the rooftop. Ground-level activation is driven by retail and food and beverage tenancies, alongside a publicly accessible through-site link designed to improve pedestrian permeability.

The project includes 194 car spaces, five motorcycle spaces, and 348 bicycle spaces, reflecting a transit-oriented approach in a location directly adjacent to the rail corridor and within walking distance of Harris Park Station.

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The design adopts a podium-and-tower composition, with a three-storey street wall addressing Marion Street and a reduced two-storey interface responding to adjoining heritage cottages.

A key component of the proposal is the integration of affordable housing under the NSW Government’s in-fill affordable housing pathway, with units to be retained for a minimum of 15 years. This is paired with a broader public domain strategy that emphasises permeability, deep soil planting, and a landscaped through-site link.

“The strategy prioritises a permeable, well-activated public realm and supports a compact tower form to minimise the building’s footprint while enhancing the quality of the ground-level experience,” the design report states.

The proposal includes a central landscaped courtyard, rooftop communal areas, and planting strategies aligned with local environmental conditions and cultural narratives.

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The site occupies a prominent corner of Marion and Station streets, roughly 100 metres from Harris Park Station, within a precinct earmarked for significant intensification. While the immediate context is characterised by low- to mid-rise buildings and heritage dwellings, planning controls and recent proposals point to a transition toward high-density development.

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Parramatta has been starved of new apartment supply in recent years. Builder-developers Deicorp and Coronation are the only two currently progressing projects in the suburb. Coronation is nearing completion of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/8-phillip-street-2-10-phillip-street-parramatta">8 Phillip Street</a>, which will be the tallest building in Western Sydney once finished, while Deicorp is delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/cosmopolitan-by-deicorp-parramatta-34-hassall-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">Cosmopolitan</a>, a development comprising over 600 apartments.
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First Look: Plans lodged for 37-storey mixed-use tower in Parramatta

A substantial uplift in height and density is being tested in Lane Cove, with a 225-apartment scheme at 300 Burns Bay Road now on public exhibition as a State Significant Development alongside a concurrent rezoning.

The proposal by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/level-33">Level 33</a> would see the demolition of an existing commercial building and associated structures, replaced by a residential development ranging from seven to 15 storeys.&nbsp;

The scheme delivers 225 apartments, including 34 designated as affordable housing, positioning it within the NSW Government’s accelerated Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

The development is arranged as three interconnected residential flat buildings, a response to the site’s long, narrow configuration and sloping topography.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a>, the project’s designer, describe a built form that is “divided into three sections, each connected by intermediate infill slots which are recessed to establish greater setbacks and further articulate the development.”

Across the scheme, apartments are supported by communal amenity at ground and rooftop levels, including landscaped open space and a rooftop pool. Basement and lower ground levels accommodate parking, storage, and building services, while a new public park is proposed along the eastern edge of the site, replacing part of the existing built form.

The architectural response has been shaped by the site’s pronounced fall towards the Lane Cove River, with building heights stepping down from west to east to reduce visual bulk and respond to adjoining bushland.&nbsp;

The design report notes that “the development has been carefully designed to integrate with the existing topography with the placement of massing and floor levels adjusted respecting the site’s inherent characteristics.”

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The project is being advanced through a concurrent rezoning process, seeking to increase the permissible height and floor space ratio beyond current Lane Cove LEP controls of 21 metres. Under the proposal, height would reach up to 54.5 metres, reflecting a shift toward higher-density outcomes in well-located urban areas.

Located on a 7,595 sqm site, the development sits within an established high-density residential pocket characterised by mid-rise apartment buildings set within a bushland setting. The site is within close proximity to Burns Bay Reserve, the Lane Cove River, and an extensive network of open space, reinforcing its strategic positioning for increased housing supply.

Level 33 is doing through the Housing Delivery Authority to try and get its Homebush project of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/level-33-adds-to-2-000-unit-pipeline-with-new-two-tower-homebush-plans">more than 300 apartments approved</a>.

The developer has over 2,000 apartments in the pipeline, predominantly in Wollongong.

First look: Level 33 proposes 225-apartment Lane Cove tower

Following the completion of its debut Palm Beach apartment development EVA on Tenth, local Gold Coast developer Chippendale Group has launched its latest project in the in demand area.

Chippendale Group, led by fifth-generation Palm Beach local Daniel Chippendale, has kicked off sales at&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1775884443343000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2GyxnGQKU2XXwTzQ8_VHgi" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221" target="_blank">ELISE</a>, 68 coastal-infused apartments just 40 metres from the sand on Twenty Fifth Avenue.

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Construction is already well underway, a signal of confidence to buyers, following the demolition of the two-storey walk-up and 1990s built house that sat on two sites that have been amalgamated to create a prime corner block.

There are a mix of two- and three-bedroom apartments on offer, starting from $1.4 million.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, Elise responds to its coastal setting through a horizontal architectural form with recessed glazing and layered landscaping. The design aims to balance light, shade and sea breezes while creating a defined presence along the streetscape.&nbsp;

Residences have been planned with an emphasis on outdoor living suited to the Gold Coast climate, including large balconies designed as usable outdoor rooms. Interiors will feature a selection of European appliances and natural materials, including New Zealand wool carpets.&nbsp;

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Resident amenities are centred around a wellness-focused ground-level precinct. There will be private access to a heated swimming pool, sauna, cold plunge and gym, alongside a residents’ lounge with dining and entertaining space.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">ELISE</a> is located towards the northern end of Palm Beach, which puts it just a short walk to Tallebudgera and Currumbin Creeks. At the end of the street is the newly extended Oceanway, a 36-kilometre pathway that runs up and down the Gold Coast.

Chippendale is targeting a late 2027 completion date for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">ELISE</a>.

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Chippendale Group launches Elise, 40 metres from the Palm Beach sand

Sydney developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/31-41-o-hara-street-marrickville-nsw-2204">Third.i</a>&nbsp;has announced a new transport-oriented development in one of Sydney Inner West’s most sought-after metropolitan locations, delivering much needed housing within steps of world-class public transport and vibrant village life.

Located at&nbsp;31-41 O’Hara St,&nbsp;Marrickville, the proposed mixed-use development will include around 300 apartments, with up to 17 per cent dedicated to affordable housing, reinforcing Third.i’s commitment to creating inclusive, well-connected communities that support a diverse mix of residents who keep Sydney’s neighbourhoods thriving.

Located just 100 metres from the new Metro station, the development places residents within minutes of the CBD while offering seamless access to the Inner West’s cafés, retail, and local services. Anchored within a thriving local centre, the project supports everyday living without reliance on cars, while also delivering new public open space for the local community, including a new park and landscaped green areas, alongside high-quality private resident amenities.

Florian Caillon, Head of Acquisitions for Third.i Group, said the project builds on the company’s ongoing work alongside the NSW Government to deliver housing and amenity alongside major transport infrastructure. Amenity includes an activated pedestrianise retail strip that connects Illawarra Road down to the pocket park, and health and wellness facilities.&nbsp;

“Delivering housing of this scale within an established village is a rare opportunity, and few companies have achieved residential outcomes of this size at a village centre," Caillon said.

"We are excited to set a new standard for urban living in the heart of Marrickville,” he said.&nbsp;

The inclusion of affordable housing has been welcomed by frontline workers.

“We are supportive of developments which will allow essential workers like nurses, midwives and carers, the opportunity to live in the communities they care for," said&nbsp;Michael Whaites, General Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association..

“Many healthcare workers tell us they would like to live closer to where they work, but are being priced out of the market, forcing them to move further away.&nbsp;

“Dedicated apartments for essential workers will support recruitment and retention in local hospitals and aged care facilities, helping to strengthen our health system.”

The project has been declared State Significant Development (SSD) by the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).

Third.i to deliver 300 apartments in Marrickville TOD precinct

Manly

With the limited availability of oceanfront properties in the beachside hotspot of Manly, opportunities like Iris Capital's Oceania, directly across Manly Beach, are hard to come by.

The ocean-facing Oceania, at <a href="/new-apartments/oceania-42-north-steyne-manly">42 North Steyne</a>, comprises only seven three and four-bedroom apartments, just two per floor.

Designed by <a href="/architects/squillace-architects">Squillace Architects</a>, Oceania is characterised by soft curves and free-flowing balconies inspired by the natural forms and movement of its surroundings.

The interiors at Oceania redefine laidback luxe, with each apartment exuding a penthouse-like feel.

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"The residences at Oceania celebrate the beauty and elegance of every detail, creating spaces that are refined and of the highest possible quality," says Vince Squillace.

Each residence features a separate study area, additional multipurpose TV room, wine cellar, and en-suites to every bedroom.

Chevron timber flooring, low-line joinery, and polished plaster define the living spaces.&nbsp;

The kitchens are well-equipped with European Wolf and Liebherr appliances, feature a curved natural stone island benchtop, and are complemented by a butler’s pantry.

The spacious master bedrooms have generous walk-in robes with a natural woven rattan inlay, ensuites, and private balcony access.

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Crowning Oceania is a whole-floor penthouse, featuring a wrap-around balcony with a private pool and spa, outdoor shower and powder room, built-in barbecue, and Arizona-inspired landscaping.

Penthouse residents will also enjoy their private lobby and access to balconies on either side of the apartment, providing panoramic views of the surrounding coastline.

All units come with two secure underground car spaces and extra storage.

Oceania is just minutes from the <a href="/new-apartments/manly-nsw-2095">Manly</a> Wharf, where a fast ferry can take residents to Circular Quay in just 30 minutes.

<a href="/developers/iris-capital">Iris Capital</a>, led by Sam Arnaout, also owns Manly's Hotel Steyne. They are currently developing <a href="/new-apartments/victoria-albert-broadbeach-20-albert-avenue-broadbeach">Victoria &amp; Albert</a>, a landmark $800 million precinct in <a href="/new-apartments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> on the Gold Coast. They also are working on <a href="/new-apartments/queensgate-18-32-darlinghurst-road-potts-point">Queensgate in Potts Point</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/east-end-newcastle-143-hunter-street-newcastle">Newcastle's transformative East End community</a>.

Iris Capital, led by Sam Arnaout, also owns Manly's Hotel Steyne

Staff Writer

Iris Capital launch luxe Manly beachfront apartment development, Oceania

Progressive Australian property developers Lindsay Bennelong are set to add a new landmark project to their burgeoning portfolio.

The group has lodged plans for a boutique development on a prime beachside site in Manly.

Just five apartments will be built across a four-level building at 61 North Steyne, four three-bedroom units and one two-bedder.&nbsp;

With close proximity to Manly’s town centre and the CBD, the area is characterised by a mix of building types which have evolved and changed over the years, with the latest residences set blend seamlessly with the coastal surrounds.

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Designed by Platform Architects, the generously-sized apartments boast views across Manly Beach, complete with expansive outdoor areas fronting the water.&nbsp;

A feature screen has been incorporated in the design to maintain privacy to neighbours and between apartments, with the elements also creating visual interest and articulation to the building as well as providing an element of solar control. The building is also proposed to be constructed of concrete and masonry to enable heat gain to radiate in the cooler evening hours – again contributing to a comfortable temperature.

The site benefits from a portion of road reserve that was dedicated for road widening. That dedication has now been abandoned and the land to south at 60 North Steyne has incorporated the area into their landscaped front setback design.&nbsp;

“We feel that stepping down a corner site that is flanked by taller buildings would result in a less than desirable urban design outcome and as such feel a compatible building height is more appropriate," Platform Architects noted in their design submission.

Landscaping has been incorporated into the design to give all dwellings access to greenery, including large trees, shrubs and ground covers, contributing to the local flora and microclimate. Landscaping is not only limited to the ground floor level but is also incorporated at higher levels, with a green roof over the carlift and planters on the terraces and balconies. Landscaping thus plays an important role in the overall expression of the design, with the green spaces also for water absorption, re-use and filtering of the run off into the existing drainage systems.&nbsp;

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The proposed density on the site is desirable due to the site’s close connection with job opportunities in Manly Town Centre, along with public transport to the city and other suburbs. In addition, the location of the site is well suited to accommodate future residents with easy access to public amenities and transport within walking distance.

Lindsay Bennelong are well known in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, having completed the sold-out Vue in Bondi Junction. The group’s other Bondi Junction project, Whitton Lane, is currently on the market. They also have plans for a small project in Maroubra.

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Just five apartments will be built across a four-level building at 61 North Steyne

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First look: Lindsay Bennelong lodge plans for beachside Manly apartments

The Wellington Collection in Brisbane's bayside is set to come out of the ground.

The project, of just six luxury apartments and two townhomes, is being developed by Urbex Living, a division of Australian national award-winning developer Urbex.

The residences, which boast views over the Manly boat harbour and Moreton Bay, are spread across two new buildings at 7 Wellington Street. Apartment sizes start from nearly 200 sqm and rise to 472 sqm. Prices start from $2 million, with the townhomes priced at $3,375,000.

General Manager for Urbex Realty, Craig Covacich said a Manly Village lifestyle is highly desirable with the suburb well entrenched in its gentrification.

“Recent home sales are now exceeding the $5 million price tag and many others firmly sitting above the $2 million range - Manly has very quickly become a frontrunner in the Brisbane property market. The suburb has presented a compounded growth rate of 40.5 percent in houses and 27 percent in units based on the past five years of sales,” Covacich said.

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Completion of the project is slated for late 2023, with nearly half of the apartments already secured.&nbsp;

Nearly half of the project has sold to local buyers, and Covacich says with the&nbsp;continuing demand for bayside views, they expect much of the remainder of the collection to attract Brisbane locals looking to be closer to the water.

“Much of the appeal for The Wellington Collection to date has been from buyers seeking housing solutions aligned to their new phase of life, like growing their family or transitioning out of life with kids," Covacich said.

"Many of these consumers have benefitted from significant lifts in their existing assets which is enabling them the opportunity to embark on these lifestyle changes, and through the apartment or townhomes options, they’re finding that balance between access to what a house offers without the maintenance hassles.

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Urbex Development Director, Carl Bruhn, said the group was fortunate to be in a position to activate the development, when most developers are having to put a hold on delivering as they grapple with both development financing and construction cost hurdles induced by the pandemic supply chain choke and labour shortage crisis.

“Urbex has a track record of delivering award-winning communities nationally and we are excited to commence construction on this bespoke offering in Manly,” Bruhn said.&nbsp;

Benefitting from a north-east aspect, residents will be gifted with expanded views to the Marina and Bay, while natural, textured materials create a complimenting palette to the Bayside surrounds.&nbsp;

The Wellington Collection features an outdoor pool as well as indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. The townhomes&nbsp;feature their own private outdoor lounge deck and plunge pool in tropical gardens.

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General Manager for Urbex Realty, Craig Covacich said a Manly Village lifestyle is highly desirable with the suburb well entrenched in its gentrification

Construction begins on $22 million Manly, Brisbane development

Set in the seaside village of Manly, 191 Stratton is a recent addition to the coastal suburb east of Brisbane.

The collection of contemporary one, two and three-bedroom residences have been crafted to make use of the local area.

Set one block from the main waterfront, the development provides modern interiors and high-quality inclusions designed to reflect the waterside spot.

Urban has had a look at what&rsquo;s on offer at 191 Stratton.

1. Location

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Just 30-minutes from the bustle of Brisbane&rsquo;s CBD, Manly is a place of calm waters and soft sea breezes.

The charming and relaxed seaside village is complemented by backdrops of Moreton Bay, providing opportunities for morning strolls along the beach and boasting stunning views.

Located in the city&rsquo;s outer east, the quaint neighbourhood possesses a community energy, with the Jan Powers Farmers Market on twice a month and a range of caf&eacute;s, pop-up stores and hotels that dot the streetscapes.

2. Lifestyle

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Living in this vibrant neighbourhood makes every day feel like a holiday, with opportunities to relax on the warm sand or enjoy a night at the family-friendly outdoor cinema.

Less than 10 minutes from home, the Wynnum Mangrove Boardwalk is amongst the most picturesque trails in southeast Queensland.

Residents can bask in living nearby parklands and recreational amenities, such as Bayside Park, the Bribie Island or the 25-metre Manly Pool at the foreshore. &nbsp;

3. Residences

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Honouring the village skyline, 191 Stratton is set back from the street with a weatherboard and metal fa&ccedil;ade that reflects the timber and tin common to the area&rsquo;s residential buildings.

Designed by Ellivo Architects, the development weaves the soft curves of its exterior into each residence, complemented by a neutral colour palette that speaks to the coastal locale.

The apartments embrace sunlight with wide orientations, open-plan living and dining and landscaped balconies.

Other features include the island benchtop that faces out towards the vistas, bay windows and high-quality joinery.

4. Amenities

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Among the amenities on offer at the project include an expansive private rooftop, featuring a terrace, vegetable garden and sun lounging areas.

The landscaped rooftop, ideal for entertaining, also includes barbeques, tables, a pergola and views across Moreton Bay.

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Residents will be welcomed into their homes&nbsp;by a verdant courtyard with lounge chairs and grassy areas, lined by cape jasmine and lemon myrtle.

A new level of wellness is delivered at the private fitness sanctuary, which includes a dedicated gym and fitness studio overlooking the tranquil courtyards.

5. The development team

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The developer, DeMartini Fletcher, has over 100 years of combined development experience across its property portfolio, priding itself on excellence.

Since its formation in 1980, the group have grown to become a leader in the Australian property market and possess a strong track record in delivering commercial and residential projects across the country.

Brisbane-based Ellivo Architects were employed on the project thanks to their experience in commercial, mixed-use and residential developments.

As a result, each space is more than just aesthetically-pleasing architecture, but functional and usable spaces that meet the needs of buyers.

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Set one block from the main waterfront, the development provides luxurious interiors and high-quality inclusions that deliver a coastal getaway at home

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What’s on offer at Brisbane's new Manly apartment development, 191 Stratton

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The beach loving inter­national modelling duo, the Stenmark twins, are now both landlords.
After strutting their stuff at 2020 New York Fashion Week, the boys came home in late March, to go in to ­isolation at the family’s 1915 rustic timber cottage at Palm Beach. And they’ve been spending time at their parents Mosman home, too.
Zac has sought tenants for his vacated Manly unit.
He bought it in 2015 for $965,000 as his first home ­acquisition.
The two bedroom, two bathroom 1980s apartment was initially listed at $800 a week, and then this month at a $750 a week asking rent.
Manly’s asking rents have fallen, and sharply, according to the valuation firm Herron Todd White (HTW), evident across suburbs on the northern beaches that have a strong reliance on the tourism. Two other rentals in Zac’s block have been at rents not seen since 2016.
Zac’s tenant hunt follows twin brother Jordan, who sought tenants for his Bondi apartment earlier this year.
He’d initially been seeking $1090 a week in February, and two months later reduced the asking rent to $850 a week.
Jordan paid $1.13 million for the two-bedroom apartment — nearer Bondi Junction than the sand — three years ago.
The split-level unit, with a study and north-facing balcony, sits on the top level in the 2005-built Oasis block.
It had been an $800-a-week rental before Stenmark bought it in 2017. The twins recently launched Stenmark Fit, with their surfer mate and trainer Mitch Barraclough, who runs The Natural Connection. It offers body weight exercises and a recipe guide.
The Stenmarks hit the big time in 2011 when they were working in cafe.
They were signed on by the Vivien agency at just 19 and flown to Miami to shoot 60 pages for L’official Homme the following week.
The whirlwind has never stopped.
This article first appeared in The Sunday Telegraph
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Stenmark modelling twins become landlords

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Adam Garcia, the performer who got his break on stage in Tap Dogs in the early 1990s, has decided to list his seventh-floor Carillon, Manly apartment bolthole.
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The star, who now lives in London with wife Nathalia Chubin and their two daughters, is reluctant, but reckons it’s time to find a family home.
The two-bedroom, two-bathroom 159sqm Marshall St apartment had an initial $2.1 million to $2.3 million price guide through Georgi Bates and ­Claudia Merkert at Cunninghams Real Estate.
It has been amended to <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-unit-nsw-manly-133584366" target="_blank">$2.2 million to $2.4 million</a>.
“I’m finding it very hard to let go because it’s where my wife and I got engaged (in 2014) … it was the first place we lived together, and furnished, but one must be pragmatic,” he said.
When back in Manly while ­appearing on the 2013 Dancing With The Stars judging panel, he described the chance to surf, bike ride and swim daily as ­“absolutely joyous”.
It was Hot Shoe Shuffle, with David Atkins and Dein Perry, that took him to London in 1994, with the show becoming his springboard for a successful international acting career.
He had just wrapped a horror film in Los Angeles and was set to be shooting a film in South Africa until the pandemic lockdown. He will appear soon in the Kenneth Branagh-directed Hercule Poirot film Death on the Nile.
“I have two young children and the apartment would be too small for our family needs when we return. We’re looking to buy a family house instead,” he said.
This article first appeared in The Sunday Telegraph.
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Expat actor Adam Garcia lists Manly apartment

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A Manly freehold apartment with 180-degree coastal views has been sold for $4.05 million. 
The three bedroom, two bathroom home is situated at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-nsw-manly-133214490" target="_blank">20/122 Bower Street</a>. 
Set on the 6th floor of the Blue Dolphins building, the apartment is just footsteps from Manly Beach. 
It comes with north facing balcony, open plan living/dining/kitchen, and family sized bathroom. 
Other features including new carpets, granite benchtops, and lift access plus lock-up garage. 
Its location is close to restaurants, cafes, ferries and shopping. 
Georgi Bates and Claudia Merkert of Cunninghams Real Estate Balgowlah sold the property. 
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Manly freehold apartment with coastal views sold for over $4 million

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A Manly federation original grand residence has been sold for $4.9 million.
The 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom house is situated at<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-manly-132990230" target="_blank"> 85 Addison Road</a>. 
Sitting on a 711sqm parcel with a rear separate two storey cottage, the home comes with multi-functional rooms, play area, and wine cellar. 
Other features include marble fireplaces, pressed ornate ceilings, north facing garden and district and water views fro roof level.
There are plenty of room for off-street parking. 
The property offers opportunities to renovate, restore or possibly subdivide subject to council approval and zoning. 
Alicia Ryan and Ashley Miles of First National Manly Prestige sold the house. 
 
 
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Manly federation style house sold for $4.9 million

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Legendary surfboard maker Barry Bennett and his wife Margaret have bought a $10.3 million Manly penthouse.
It is in the recently completed Shoreline complex.
John Shanahan, former chief of market research firm Colmar Brunton and now chairman of the Advantage group, and his wife Michele have paid $8.5 million for the sub-penthouse
The Bennetts sold their Firelight apartment overlooking Fairlight Beach for $6.4 million.
The Bennetts had previously owned in the Waillea block on Fairy Bower which was sold in 2015 for $4.7 million.
The Manly record remains the Waillea building's $12.2 million sale in 2008 to former Greenville Caliburn chairman Peter Hunt and his wife, Ellie.
 
 
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Surfboard legend Barry Bennett buys $10.3 million Manly penthouse

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EXPERT OBSERVER 
Looking at a range of measures we track regularly on <a href="http://realestate.com.au/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://realestate.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1575313750071000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHWGVPMI21fYMWCOxoFkks5Ip6rCw">realestate.com.au</a>, we’ve compared Bondi and Manly to determine which beachside suburb comes out on top.
- Most expensive to buy: For both units and houses, Manly is more expensive (Manly: $2.8 million house, $1.25 million unit compared to Bondi: $2.2 million house, $1.1 million unit)
- Most expensive to rent: Manly is more expensive to rent (Manly: $1,500 pw house, $750 pw unit compared to Bondi: $1,285 pw house, $695 pw apartment)
- Strongest price growth (1 year): Prices have declined a lot in Bondi and Manly over the past 12 months, but Bondi has held its value best over this time period for houses. Manly has done better for units (Manly: -15% house, -8% unit compared to Bondi -10% house, -13% unit)
- Strongest rental growth (1 year): It has been good for renters over the past 12 months with rents declining for most property types in both suburbs. Bondi unit rents have dropped the most while for houses Manly has seen the biggest decline (Manly: -2% house, 0% unit compared to Bondi: -1% house, -5% unit)
- Highest yield: If you are an investor, Bondi units offer the best yield. The lowest yield is for Manly houses (Manly: 2.7% house, 3.5% unit compared to Bondi: 2.8% house, 3.8% unit)
- Highest views per buy listing: Demand from buyers is highest in Manly for houses and for units
- Highest views per rental listing: For renters, houses in Bondi are in higher demand while for units it is Manly
- Most popular with overseas property seekers: Bondi is more popular with property seekers from the US and Canada. Manly is more popular with property seekers from the UK, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Africa, Indonesia, Philippines and Germany. Property seekers from Hong Kong, India, China and South Korea don’t really search either
So, which is better? For renters, Bondi wins – it is cheaper and rents have declined over the past 12 months.
For investors, it is also Bondi – prices have declined but have held value slightly better. And despite the rental decline, yields are generally better.
Buyers, however, show a strong preference for Manly over Bondi. We see higher views per listing and it sees much higher demand from a wider range of countries when it comes to overseas search.
Nerida Conisbee is an <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/news/author/nerida-conisbee/" target="_blank">economist at realestate.com.au</a>.
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