<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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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

Melbourne off the plan townhouses

Vanguard Projects have successfully completed the build of their Elwood development Alfriston House, with buyers moving in in the last few months.

Te collection of just seven townhouses have been designed by&nbsp;C. Kairouz Architects who drew inspiration from the clean lines and minimalistic style of Scandinavian design.

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The tri-level townhouses are thoughtfully crafted to create a harmonious living environment, with each equipped with a lift.

There are a handful of three-bedroom townhouses left in the development, each with two bathrooms and two parking spaces.

One of the standout features of Alfriston House is its prime location, which provides residents with easy access to various amenities.

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It's just an eight-minute walk from&nbsp;the vibrant Glen Eira Rd Shopping Precinct where there's a number of shops, boutiques, and dining options.

Ripponlea Station is a seven-minute walk, while the nearest tram stop to the Alfriston Street development is less than four minutes away.

Elwood Park and Elwood Foreshore Reserve are just a five-minute drive, and the Melbourne CBD less than eight kilometres away.

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The tri-level townhouses are thoughtfully crafted to create a harmonious living environment, with each equipped with a lift

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The Scandinavian design inspiration behind Elwood's completed Alfriston House development

Architecture firm Ewert Leaf designed the recently completed Rochester apartment development in <a href="/developments/balwyn-vic-3103">Balwyn</a> to pay&nbsp;tribute to the historical richness of its locale, while offering discernibly modern living spaces.

The six apartments at 122 Rochester Road sit privately behind&nbsp;a facade that seamlessly blends classic materials like brick and timber with an asymmetrical form,

The architectural gem integrates abundant greenery, harmoniously blending with the leafy surroundings of Rochester Road.&nbsp;While boasting a unique and distinctive design, Rochester remains respectful of the surrounding streetscape.&nbsp;

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Ewert Leaf said within the intimate development each apartment is designed to strike a perfect balance of subtlety and modern elegance.

"The building is expressed as a solid block, with carved out recesses articulated by timber soffits. The layered minimalist design aesthetic is visually echoed throughout the interiors – whereby each home will have bespoke joinery with timber, natural stone and brushed metal detailing."

The kitchen in each residence serves as a meeting place where style and functionality converge, equipped with innovative European appliances, including a built-in microwave and oven, as well as ample integrated storage and a generous butler's pantry.

The living room at Rochester is a sanctuary for gathering and unwinding, with full-height windows flooding the space with natural light, framing panoramic views of the treetops. With an understated, neutral palette, residents are encouraged to infuse their own personal flair. During colder months, the gas fireplace creates a cozy and luxurious ambiance while efficiently heating the space. The living rooms also include a bespoke bar, featuring grey stone surfaces, built-in cabinetry and ample shelf space.&nbsp;

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“In communication with the materiality on the facade, Rochester’s interiors present the epitome of elegant sophistication. We’ve curated a considered, texturally rich palette of finishes to ensure spaces flow together seamlessly, are flexible and feel innately luxurious.”

Adjoining the living area, residents are greeted by spacious, wrap-around terraces which seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living.&nbsp;

"Landscaped gardens and planting transmit a sense of serenity, luxury and dappled light, softening the linear exterior forms.”

The oversized master bedrooms at Rochester incorporate plush wool carpeting underfoot and timeless fluted glass joinery, with capacious walk-in wardrobes, striking a balance between luxury and practicality.&nbsp;

Rochester's bathrooms provide a sanctuary for rejuvenation and relaxation, flooded with natural light, featuring a double vanity, free-standing bathtub, spacious walk-in showers, and ample integrated storage.

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Ewert Leaf said within the intimate development each apartment is designed to strike a perfect balance of subtlety and modern elegance

Inside the Ewert Leaf design of Balwyn's Rochester apartments

<a href="/developments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg</a> is witnessing a surge in demand for townhouse residences.

Property developer Golden Peak has helped ease some of the influx in buyer demand with Blvd Gardens, which aims to provide an urban escape of lifestyle, luxury, and community.

The townhouses in Blvd Gardens boast a high calibre of finishes, combining practicality with elegance. The well-appointed homes feature timber floors, double glazing, heating and cooling systems, secure car parking, ample storage space, and bicycle storage facilities.

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<a href="/developments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg's rich history</a> adds to the charm and character of the neighbourhood, while the&nbsp;vibrant café culture, a range of shops, convenient transport options, reputable schools, and a thriving art and sporting community contribute to the dynamic atmosphere that residents can enjoy while living in Coburg.

The development is thoughtfully designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, providing a sense of tranquility and greenery amidst the urban landscape. Balconies and courtyards offer private outdoor spaces for residents to relax and unwind, while the secure intercom system ensures peace of mind.

The variety of floor plans available in BLVD Gardens caters to diverse preferences, accommodating different lifestyles and needs. Homebuyers can choose from a range of options, with each residence designed to maximise space and functionality.&nbsp;

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The development's proximity to public transport hubs ensures seamless connectivity, making commuting a breeze for those who work in Melbourne's CBD, which is just nine kilometres away.

<a href="/developments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg High School</a> is a mere 100 metres away, while <a href="/developments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg</a> Primary School and Childcare are within a short 300-metres distance. The new Coburg Retail Precinct and Cinema, located just 500 metres away, provides residents with a variety of shopping and entertainment options.

For those looking to stay active, the Coburg Leisure Centre is only 650 metres away, offering a range of sports and fitness facilities.

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The development's proximity to public transport hubs ensures seamless connectivity, making commuting a breeze for those who work in Melbourne's CBD, which is just nine kilometres away.

Limited townhouses remain in Coburg's completed Blvd Gardens

The <a href="/developments/broadmeadows-vic-3047">Melbourne suburb Broadmeadows</a>, 15 kilometres <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">north of the CBD</a>, has been going through a renewal of its industrial land spaces, aiming to create vibrant urban hubs that offer a diverse range of housing options, employment opportunities, and a lively lifestyle.

Gorway Projects' <a href="/developments/broadmeadows-vic-3047">Broadmeadows development</a> Kingslea embodies this vision by featuring a collection of contemporary, architecturally designed townhomes.

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Located on the corner of Blair Street and King William Street, the development occupies a significant site that was home to the renowned Australian brand, Hard Yakka, for the past five decades

It is rare to find a brand new residential community located so close to the heart of the city. Positioned just 10 minutes away from Melbourne Airport and <a href="/developments/essendon-vic-3040">Essendon</a> Airport, Kingslea offers convenient access to the Tullamarine Freeway.&nbsp;

Kingslea is also well-serviced by public transport options. <a href="/developments/broadmeadows-vic-3047">The Broadmeadows train station</a> is only a few minutes' walk away, and with a total of 14 stations on the line, residents can easily reach the bustling city centre.

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Nature and green spaces are integral to the Kingslea community. Residents have the opportunity to enjoy the planned Meadowlink, a green space developed by the Hume City Council. Meadowlink will provide a pedestrian connection from Seabrook Reserve, extending over Blair Street and leading to the <a href="/developments/broadmeadows-vic-3047">Broadmeadows train station</a>.

Kingslea also features paved walking paths that seamlessly connect to Meadowlink, enhancing residents' access to these natural surroundings.

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Located on the corner of Blair Street and King William Street, the development occupies a significant site that was home to the renowned Australian brand, Hard Yakka, for the past five decades

Former Hard Yakka site transformed into modern community in Melbourne's Broadmeadows

Only a handful of townhouses remain in A&amp;A Property Developers' Balwyn North development, Oakside.

The five luxury townhomes have been designed by architectural firm T-A Square and have incorporated Japenese-style tones through the main living spaces.

The internal living areas of each home have been designed to optimise comfort and flexibility, catering to the needs of modern families, with a choice of natural textures in neutral colours for the internal finishes. Each home has a private lift which future proofs the property.

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The generous-sized landscape surrounding Oakside has been crafted by landscape designer John Patrick, with the integrated green space creating a tranquil retreat within the confines of the development.

Oakside's location offers the best of both worlds. While it provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne CBD, it is merely 10 kilometres away, allowing residents to easily access all the amenities and opportunities the city has to offer.

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With its proximity to Melbourne CBD, North Balwyn Shopping Precinct, public transportation, and other amenities, Oakside presents an unparalleled opportunity for those seeking a well-connected lifestyle.

North Balwyn Shopping Precinct is just 350 metres away. For those who rely on public transportation, the Burke Road/Doncaster Road Tram Stop is only a four-minute walk from Oakside.

The development is also conveniently located 5.5 kilometres from Victoria Gardens Shopping Centre and 3.6 kilometres from Camberwell Train Station, offering residents a number of shopping, dining, and commuting options.

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The five luxury townhomes have been designed by architectural firm T-A Square and have incorporated Japenese-style tones through the main living spaces

Final remaining bespoke townhouses on offer at Oakside, Balwyn North

Melbourne saw 26 suburbs join the million-dollar median club last year, with South Kingsville one of the recent entrants with the median house price reaching $1.04 million.

The suburb is known as the golden triangle, located between the West Gate Freeway, the Yarra River and the Bay. The geographic shape of South Kingsville represents fire, energy and success in all walks of life in Feng Shui philosophy, which local developer Frater Group have utilised as the vision for their latest residential development.&nbsp;

Named after its location at 82-96 New Street, Knew ​flows between the trendy café culture of Yarraville and the beachside havens of Port Phillip Bay, marking the intersection of urban living within waterside reach.

Designed by IN8 Architects, 32 residences will be delivered across the site, with a collection of two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

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As a boutique suburb, South Kingsville serves up a melting pot of cuisine, from the award-winning Middle Eastern restaurant Dukkah, to soul food barbecue at Burn City Smokers, Italian pizza, pasta and gelato at Motorino Pizzeria and breakfast and coffee spots like go-to BlackSheep all nearby.&nbsp;

Frater knows it takes a village to raise a family, and with the residences focussed on attracting an owner-occupier market, South Kingsville is the education enclave families will want to be around.&nbsp;

With 11 schools sitting within a two kilometre radius, residents will be nearby to top ranking schools such as, Westbourne Grammar and Heatherdale Christian College, along with Suzanne Cory, which holds selective entry for academically gifted students.

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It’s not just higher-educational offerings in the area drawing families in, with Knew set to also hold its own on-site childcare centre.

The South Kingsville childcare centre will allocate space to five children’s rooms as well as a cot room on the ground floor to give working families the assurance of long day care, with priority childcare placement in the district poised to double its population to 9,712 people by 2041.&nbsp;

Based in Melbourne, Frater Group has delivered a number of projects across the state, with residences from Preston, to Ivanhoe, and North Melbourne.&nbsp;

Named after its location at 82-96 New Street, Knew ​flows between the trendy café culture of Yarraville and the beachside havens of Port Phillip Bay, marking the intersection of urban living within waterside reach.



Frater keeps families in mind with South Kingsville townhouse development, Knew

A prime site in South Kingsville, approved for a 305-townhome masterplan, has hit the market.

Colliers’ Hamish Burgess, Trent Hobart and Yvonne Zhou have&nbsp;been appointed to sell the significant 71,789 sqm infill development site at&nbsp;2-48 New Street, South Kingsville, on behalf of developer INPG. They are expecting it to sell for around $60 million.

Positioned in the thriving inner west, a short distance from <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne’s CBD</a>, this major site of scale and significance provides the opportunity to deliver a master-planned inner city community just 6km west of Melbourne’s CBD.

There's planning approval for 56 townhouses in stage one and an approved overall masterplan for 305 townhouses. Designed by renowned architects and placemakers Clarke Hopkins Clarke, the masterplan incorporates six separate stages designed around a central park and linear green spaces, providing thoughtful aspects and green amenities.

The generously sized allotment is positioned within walking distance of two train stations, connecting through the thriving and gentrified inner western suburbs of <a href="/developments/spotswood-vic-3015">Spotswood</a>, <a href="/developments/yarraville-vic-3013">Yarraville</a> and <a href="/developments/seddon-vic-3011">Seddon</a> and the future Arden Station, University Precinct and Central CBD.

Colliers’ Director for Development Sites, Hamish Burgess, said the land sits under a flexible Comprehensive Development Zone (CDZ), providing a clear scope and development certainty for future stages.

"It is a perfect infill development proposition that will benefit from the government’s renewed focus to achieve its 70/30 housing strategy between established suburbs and growth areas," Burgess said.

“The site has approval for a staged development, which allows the development to follow market conditions, allowing for pricing escalation, in an area that will likely see upward pressure on housing prices in the near term."

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Upon completion, the overall 67-hectare precinct, known as ‘Precinct 15’, will comprise residential and commercial developments and allows for the construction of up to 3,000 dwellings ranging from three to six stories in height, together with new office buildings, retail premises and over eight hectares of public open space.

The site is located down the road from Frater Group's townhouse development, <a href="https://www.urbandirect.com.au/knew/">Knew South Kingsville</a>.

Trent Hobart Colliers’ National Director for Development Sites said the site is positioned amongst other high-profile developers and projects under construction in a proven location that has undergone substantial growth and gentrification in recent years.

“Melbourne’s inner-west is thriving thanks to several urban renewal and infrastructure projects which are elevating amenity and infrastructure to the area creating unprecedented levels of growth."

The Hobson Bay population is expected to grow from around 92,000 in 2021 to 120,000 in 2041.

There's planning approval for 56 townhouses in stage one and an approved overall masterplan for 305 townhouses

Permit approved townhouse masterplan in South Kingsville listed

Construction is underway on <a href="/new-apartments/camberwell-vic-3124">Camberwell's latest residential development</a>, Timeless.

CDG Group engaged Will Leaf's Ewert Leaf to design the project which comprises a mix of 28 apartments and townhouses, catering not only to downsizers but also first home buyers.

The architectural essence of Timeless is understated yet captivating, drawing inspiration from <a href="/new-apartments/camberwell-vic-3124">Camberwell's iconic heritage character</a>. It harmonises classical design features with contemporary elements, resulting in a unique aesthetic appeal.&nbsp;

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The interiors of Timeless blend a timeless aesthetic with modern convenience, providing a tranquil ambiance and thoughtfully curated layouts. Each space exudes a sense of luxury while also offering a blank canvas for residents to personalise.

Natural stone, timber flooring, and plush, woollen carpets make up the refined suite of finishes, which are bathed in abundant natural light pouring through soaring, full-height windows.

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The open plan living areas, flooded with light, serves as a hub for socialisation and relaxation, offering an outlook to the streetscape. Echoing the architectural design, curved forms feature within the joinery, fireplace, and island bench, creating a seamless cohesion between indoor and outdoor spaces.

When asked about the biggest source of inspiration for Timeless, Ewert Leaf expressed their admiration for <a href="/new-apartments/camberwell-vic-3124">Camberwell's distinctive residential character</a>, both in terms of architecture and interior design.

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As <a href="/new-apartments/camberwell-vic-3124">one of Melbourne's oldest suburbs</a>, Camberwell boasts a collection of stately Victorian and Edwardian homes. Thus, the architects aimed to create a design that pays homage to these residences while incorporating their own unique vision.

“Our intent was to create a refined and sophisticated palette; one that would appeal to all demographics and lifestyles. I really love the beautiful sense of contrast in the palette, like the cool, elegant stone against the warm timber floors,” Leaf said.

“We wanted to ensure that the end user has an experience that is an upgrade from their current residence. Both upsizers and downsizers will be enamoured by the bright interiors, the generous location and the understated, sophisticated architecture that Timeless offers."

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Timeless stands on a corner site, providing two distinctive frontages that respond to the respective streets. The Mowbray Street entrance offers a private residential experience, while the Burke Road entrance engages with the street interface, featuring a ground floor commercial component and a sophisticated foyer space.

The choice of materials for both facades was deliberate, favouring robust brick and smooth render, complemented by metal cladding on the recessed top level. To soften the overall appearance, organic curves were incorporated alongside rectilinear forms.

"We’ve purposefully selected materials that age gracefully for both facades."

The seamless transition between external and internal design features is evident in Timeless, facilitated by having the project's architect and interior designer within the same office. The interiors echo the classic materiality introduced on the facade, showcasing curved features like the joinery and island bench, reinforcing the cohesive design language throughout the development.

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When asked about their favourite aspect of Timeless, Ewert Leaf emphasised its appeal to both homeowners and first-time buyers, fostering a diverse and vibrant community within the development.

"Timeless is designed to appeal to both homeowners and first home buyers, which means the community that will unfold within the development will be a diverse and colourful one – I think this is a really exciting element. I also love the wonderful sense of arrival created by the opulent lobby area. It evokes a strong feeling of pride and of ‘coming home’."

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The architectural essence of Timeless is understated yet captivating, drawing inspiration from Camberwell's iconic heritage character

"Designed to appeal to both homeowners and first home buyers": How Ewert Leaf designed Camberwell's Timeless

Melbourne developer <a href="/developers/golden-age-group">Golden Age Group</a> has continued to focus it's development efforts in <a href="/developments/glen-waverley-vic-3150">Glen Waverley</a> in Melbourne's east, and to great success.

Following their Sky Garden apartment project above The Glen Shopping Centre, Golden Age decided to create a townhouse project in the area, based on feedback from prospective buyers at Sky Garden who preferred townhouse living.

The team then went and bought land on Ferntree Gully Road and preceded to put together plans for a townhouse project, which was given approval in October 2022.

Since then the development of just 77 two and three-bedroom townhouses designed by Rothelowman have gone from strength to strength. Some 40 per cent of the townhouses were snapped up on their launch.

A Golden Age spokesperson said the townhomes respond to the changing needs of the population by providing diverse housing options

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“Glen Waverley is an area predominantly dominated by single-family homes and there is little choice when it comes to townhomes, particularly architecturally-designed homes that offer a premium feel,” they said.

By March this year, the group had achieved&nbsp;$35 million in sales, with the average price point in sales ranging from $1.1 million to $1.6 million.

The townhomes are designed to be sensitive to the site’s existing context, while capitalising on an opportunity to deliver an outstanding architectural response that will set a new standard for townhouses within the area.

Golden Age Founder and Managing Director Jeff Xu said it was a matter of ‘when not if’ the group would bring a luxury townhouse project to market.

"Before even launching to market, we had a waitlist of buyers interested in a townhouse product, one that embodied the same ethos and design philosophy of Sky Garden," Xu said.

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Golden Age then appointed a builder in June, Cremorne-based builders&nbsp;Figurehead Construction, to construct the townhomes, which are expected to be completed by early 2025.

They've now sold over&nbsp;80 per cent of the Stage 1 release, with new park front lots brought forward to cater to demand.

There's only a limited number of four-bedroom townhomes remaining in Floret, with prices starting from&nbsp;$1,235,000.&nbsp;

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A Golden Age Chief spokesperson said the townhomes respond to the changing needs of the population by providing diverse housing options

A buyer's guide to Golden Age's Glen Waverley townhouse development Floret

Nestled in the charming suburb of Doveton, just on the outskirts of Dandenong CBD, Goldfield Group's Parklife presents a collection of townhouses that epitomise the fusion of space, convenience, and lifestyle.

With its picturesque surroundings and easy access to a range of amenities, Parklife is now in its stage three and four of release, with a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom townhomes.

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Positioned adjacent to a reserve, creek, and golf course, Parklife offers its residents both a view and ample room to move around.

The development boasts a strategic location with excellent connectivity, with residents finding themselves just a stone's throw away from the bus stop services on Box Street, offering a direct route to Dandenong Plaza, the shopping centre in the area, a mere four-minute drive away.

For those who prefer public transportation, Dandenong Train Station is conveniently located a short two kilometres away, making commuting a breeze, while families with children will appreciate the proximity of kindergarten, primary, and secondary schools, ensuring educational needs are easily met.

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The townhouses at Parklife are built with high-quality fixtures and fittings, ensuring a comfortable living experience, with optional upgrades available for those who desire a personalised touch.

The one-bedroom townhomes are priced from&nbsp;$415,980, with construction underway on the development.&nbsp;

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Positioned adjacent to a reserve, creek, and golf course, Parklife offers its residents both a view and ample room to move around

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