<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sunland-group">Sunland Group</a> has officially lodged plans for its first Gold Coast apartment project since the departure of the Abedian family from the company three years ago, unveiling a new high-rise proposal for a prominent Broadbeach corner site on Old Burleigh Road.

The application was submitted by an entity directed by Tom Jamieson, stepson of longtime Sunland leader Soheil Abedian, and Riaz Rezvanipour, brother-in-law of Sahba Abedian, Soheil’s son.

Sunland acquired the 1,283 sqm site on the corner of Old Burleigh Road and Armrick Avenue for $9.5 million late last year and is now seeking approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-101-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">42-storey tower with 81 apartments</a>.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a>, the proposed tower at 99-101 Old Burleigh Road would deliver a predominantly larger-format apartment mix aimed at the owner-occupier market. Plans include 17 two-bedroom apartments, 55 three-bedroom apartments, and nine four-bedroom residences across 35 residential levels.

The development also incorporates three basement levels, four podium parking levels, two levels of communal recreation facilities, and rooftop plant and equipment. A total of 189 car spaces are proposed, significantly exceeding the 90 spaces required under the planning scheme.

The architecture adopts a sculpted, curvilinear form, with deep wraparound balconies and integrated landscaping intended to soften the tower’s vertical expression. The planning report states the building’s “slender footprint/form provides a complimentary yet varied built form within the local streetscape” and contributes to “a varied, yet ordered skyline.”

Contreras Earl noted in its Architectural Statement that from the early stages, the project addressed a fundamental challenge: how to accommodate the required residential yield while avoiding the conventional model of a tower sitting on a rigid, fully resolved parking podium.

“The most direct response would have been to consolidate parking into a singular, flat podium and extrude a repetitive tower above,” the statement said. “While efficient, this approach would result in a consolidated built form with limited engagement with the surrounding landscape and public realm.”

Instead, the conventional podium model was “deliberately rejected”. The architects described the base of the building as “a landscaped architectural condition where structure, planting and circulation are integrated”.

“Rather than presenting a continuous built mass, the base of the building is articulated through a series of concrete planter elements that organise the podium into a fragmented system,” the statement said. “This approach reduces the perceived bulk of the lower levels while establishing a more permeable interface with the streetscape and adjacent open space.”

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The site sits within the High Density Residential Zone and inside the City of Gold Coast’s unrestricted “HX” building height area, where the planning framework anticipates intensified residential development tied to the expanding light rail corridor. The planning report notes the area is undergoing “transition toward more intense development forms” given its proximity to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and high-frequency public transport infrastructure.

Positioned directly opposite Broadbeach Park and within walking distance of Florida Gardens light rail station, the development would sit among a rapidly evolving stretch of Old Burleigh Road that has become one of the Gold Coast’s most active apartment development corridors.

The application joins a growing pipeline of luxury residential projects reshaping Broadbeach, including nearby developments by 5Point Projects, Polycell, and Graya.

The planning report argues the project contributes toward the Gold Coast’s long-term housing targets under the South East Queensland Regional Plan, which forecasts the need for more than 100,000 additional high-rise dwellings across the city by 2046.

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The Abedian family departed Sunland Group in late 2023, ending a four-decade association with the company, and subsequently established the private development firm Abedian &amp; Co. The group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/greenmount-residences-cnr-hill-street-and-marine-parade-coolangatta-qld-4225">Greenmount Residences</a> at Rainbow Bay and recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/18-mary-avenue-14-18-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">18 Mary Avenue</a> in Broadbeach.
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Joel Robinson

First look: Sunland Group returns to Broadbeach new apartment market with new Old Burleigh Road tower plans

The Minns Labor Government has established the new Bays West Delivery Authority to lead the development&nbsp;of the Bays West Precinct and Blackwattle Bay Precinct.&nbsp;

The Authority is charged with creating Sydney’s newest precinct, a thriving, connected, sustainable hub with White Bay Power Station as its cultural heart. Its vision is to build on the area’s natural, cultural and industrial history to shape a vibrant new neighbourhood.

The precinct will deliver up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes. Combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years, while retaining important deep-water facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

The Bays West Delivery Authority,&nbsp;an agency of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, will report to the NSW Minister for Lands and Property who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo.

As part of the broader Bays West transformation, the Minns Government recently announced that a proposal from Lendlease to redevelop part of the Bays West Precinct has progressed to Stage 2 of the NSW Government’s unsolicited proposals process.

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The Minns Labor Government has also confirmed the Bays West precinct will have a new suburb name. This will be the first major suburb built in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD in decades and will encompass the area currently being referred to as Bays West, including Glebe Island and the White Bay Power Station. Served by a new Metro station just five minutes from the CBD, it will become one of the most populous suburbs in the Inner West and one of Sydney’s premier cultural destinations.

An early works program is taking shape, which&nbsp;includes the first stages of an international design competition.&nbsp;

The aim of the Bays West&nbsp;International&nbsp;Design Competition is to&nbsp;ensure design excellence is embedded in the project from the start. The competition will deliver an&nbsp;urban framework that defines the character, ambition and long-term identity of&nbsp;this&nbsp;former industrial precinct as it transitions to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable residential&nbsp;neighbourhood.

The competition will be led by the Bays West Delivery Authority in partnership with Government Architect NSW.&nbsp;

It will launch with an invitation for a global Expressions of Interest, before moving to an invitation-only stage that will be assessed by a panel that&nbsp;will provide advice to Cabinet who will select a winner.

Premier of NSW, Chris Minns said the establishment of the new Authority is the first step in transforming the Bays West precinct into a vibrant, livable suburb minutes from the Sydney CBD and two stops from Hunter St Station on the Metro West line.

“The Authority will deliver well-located homes close to the heart of the city and integrate the new precinct with Blackwattle Bay and the new Sydney Fish Market.

“This is a generational opportunity to build a new suburb on the city’s edge and open the harbour foreshore to the public for the first time in a century.”&nbsp;

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the new Bays West Delivery Authority established by the Minns Government will turbocharge the development of Sydney’s newest suburb.

“The Authority is working at a record pace to deliver an international design competition, planning pathways and a financial model so that this development benefits Sydney with well-designed homes in a central location, close to public transport, jobs, entertainment and essential services.

“If we want Sydney to stay liveable and affordable, we need to be bold about using underutilised government-owned land to deliver homes for the future while making sure essential working harbour functions can be accommodated.”

Bays West Delivery Authority established to "turbocharge" Sydney’s newest suburb

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

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

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

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

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

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

Melbourne off the plan townhouses

The former Xavier junior school in Brighton is set to become a new housing development, after Sonya Kilkenny MP, Victorian Planning Minister, officially approved the new project by Golden Age Group that was rejected by Bayside Council earlier this year.

The 47 South Road development involves the&nbsp;subdivision of 3.3-hectares at 47 South Road into 14 individual lots, as well as the creation of one super lot. There will be 84 new homes developed across the site.

Damien Hehir,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/golden-age-group">Golden Age Group</a>&nbsp;Development Director, said the development represents a pivotal step forward in providing much-needed housing in Brighton.

"The project will not only enhance the local environment but also contribute to the region’s economic growth and community development.," Hehier said.

Comments from the Advisory Committee Report noted the site "will be sensitively developed and provide an injection of housing into an area that would benefit from opportunities for existing and new residents to potentially downsize”.

The approved plans now include an amendment that provides a new pedestrian path and landscaping to the Hartley Street amenity, responding to the requests from local residents.

"Our vision for 47 South Road is to create a thriving residential community that aligns with the values and needs of Victorians and the local Brighton community," Hehir added.

"We look forward to collaborating with local stakeholders to enhance the neighbourhood and provide outstanding living spaces for future residents.”

Construction is set to commence following final planning and regulatory approvals, with additional details on timelines and development phases to be announced in the coming months.

Victorian Planning Minister approves Golden Age townhouse development in Brighton

Jeff Xu's Golden Age Group is tapping into the heightened demand for family size living in Glen Waverley, a trend that is only expected to grow given the increase in population forecasts in the booming Melbourne suburb.

By the end of 2041, the population of the suburb of Glen Waverley is expected to reach almost 56,891, up over 10,000 from its current population of 46,653.

Since the 1990s, with the sale of surplus government and utility land, and the ongoing conversion of unused school sites to residential zoning, many new development opportunities have arisen. These opportunities, as they are seized upon, are delivering significant opportunities for developers, local government, local businesses, investors – and the householders themselves who can finally settle in the suburb of their choice because of more affordable choices in family-size, low-maintenance housing options.

<a href="/developments/glen-waverley-vic-3150">Glen Waverley</a> is part of the City of Monash – an area characterised by its diversity in ethnicity and nationalities. A significant percentage of its homes are owned outright, mostly by long-term residents, many of whom continue to reside in those properties.

With the area’s current and ongoing economic success, and its desirability among highly educated professionals, Golden Age Group expects to see continued demand for housing stock at every level.

<a href="/developers/golden-age-group">Golden Age Group</a>&nbsp;saw a continuing shortage of new-build family-size accommodation that was low-maintenance but offered private gardens in a smaller, communal setting. &nbsp;It is this shortage that Golden Age Group is addressing with Floret – 77 three and four-bedroom townhomes, at 583 Ferntree Gully Road, Glen Waverley.

<a href="/buildings/floret-glen-waverley-583-ferntree-gully-road-glen-waverley">Floret</a> will appeal to growing families who need more room, but don't want more maintenance.

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Golden Age Chief Investment Officer, Bing Chen, says the reasons for choosing Glen Waverley are not so different from the reasons that drew migrant families to this part of Melbourne in the 1970s.

“Glen Waverley is very commuter-friendly – you can be in the CBD in just over half an hour by train. Floret is also handy to a major Melbourne arterial, the Monash Freeway,” Chen says.

While easy access to work locations is a major driver to wanting a home in Glen Waverley, access to quality education comes a close second.

“There are some 24 childcare and education institutions nearby, from daycare and kindergarten to fantastic local primary and secondary schools, and right through to one of this country’s top universities, Monash University."

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Floret is just a short drive from two of Melbourne’s most prestigious private schools – Caulfield Grammar (Wheelers Hill campus), and Wesley College (Glen Waverley campus). Brentwood Secondary College, which is also very well-regarded, is just up the road.

Chen says the&nbsp;third great aspect of living in Glen Waverley is having all the benefits of a suburban lifestyle – tranquillity, lots of space, lots of green spaces – but there are also great cafes and restaurants offering "every cuisine you could wish for.”

The Glen shopping centre,&nbsp;with David Jones, Myer and more than 200 shops and food outlets, is only a few minutes down the road.

“Glen Waverley really has it all," Chen suggests.

Golden Age Group continues to monitor population, economic and social trends right across the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, where property development must continue apace if Councils are to meet the ambitious housing targets in draft plans[4] announced recently by the Victorian Government.

These targets acknowledge the important role that Councils play in new residential construction by developing local planning policies and granting permit approvals.

“There are about 78,300 homes currently within the Monash City Council borders,” Chen adds.

“Because there is an expectation of continuing high growth in this part of Melbourne – fuelled by the advantages I’ve just talked about – Monash City Council has been given a target of adding 72,000 new homes to that housing stock by 2051.

“Our own business direction aligns with these local and state government planning strategies – as evidenced by other Golden Age Group projects such as Wembley Hill, which is in Box Hill South.”

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Under the current state policy 'Plan Melbourne', Box Hill is a designated Metropolitan Activity Centre and will be the focus of substantial development, growth and investment. Following a recent land purchase, Golden Age Group is now the biggest landholder in this state growth hotspot.&nbsp;

“The Government’s draft strategic plan sets a state-wide goal of delivering an additional 2.5 million homes by 2051 - two million of which are to be located in metropolitan Melbourne.

“We will be watching closely the progress of this plan as it is finalised and presented to the community,”

It is important to note that Golden Age Group’s development strategy doesn’t just align with the State’s in terms of adding to the number of residential dwellings in booming areas.

“With our consideration of green spaces, and the energy-saving and environmental benefits applied to our projects, we also share a commitment to providing housing that is liveable, sustainable, and enriching for residents and their broader communities.

“In these and other ways, Golden Age Group is helping to build a Victoria is which everyone can thrive.”

Golden Age Chief Investment Officer, Bing Chen, says the reasons for choosing Glen Waverley are not so different from the reasons that drew migrant families to this part of Melbourne in the 1970s

Golden Age Group cater for current and future demand for family-size living choices in Glen Waverley

The family-run M3 Group is continuing its pursuit of developing architecturally striking and affordable new townhouses in Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs.

Having successfully completed a trio of boutique townhouse developments in Reservoir, M3 Group, which was founded three decades ago by the Mancuso family who still run the business today,&nbsp;has launched its next townhouse installment in nearby&nbsp;<a href="/developments/preston-vic-3072">Preston</a>.

The four townhouses, <a href="/new-apartments/23-sussex-st-by-m3-group-preston-23-sussex-preston-vic-3072">23 Sussex Street</a>, on the Preston Thornbury border,&nbsp;are designed with a distinctive gable roof, arched forms, curved brickwork, and timber entry doors that contribute to the unique character of the residences.

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Each townhouse will include four bedrooms, a landscaped courtyard, and either a double garage or two car spaces, catering to the needs of families.

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The open-plan living, kitchen, and dining areas are designed to maximise space, leading out to the courtyard.

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The upper level of each townhouse provides flexibility, with a fourth bedroom that can be converted into a rumpus room or a large study.

Sustainability is also a key focus of the development, with the townhouses aiming for a 6-star energy rating. Double-glazed windows are included to enhance insulation, improve energy efficiency, and reduce noise.&nbsp;

Located just off Dundas Street and near the Preston Activity Area, 23 Sussex Street offers convenient access to local amenities.

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M3 Group’s in-house construction team, which completed the Reservoir townhouses in just eight months, is set to begin construction soon.

M3 Group is fully integrated, not only handling the development and construction of its projects, but the design as well.

"There's a sense of playfulness to its form, yet each space is highly functional," Gianni Mancuso, Architect M3 Group, said.

"There is undeniable street appeal as you approach,"

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The launch of 23 Sussex Street follows the successful sell-out of their townhouse project at <a href="/buildings/158-purinuan-rd-by-m3-group-158-purinuan-road-reservoir">158 Purinuan Road</a> in Reservoir, where all residences were purchased by owner-occupiers before completion.&nbsp;

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They only have one townhouse left in each of&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/48-dundee-st-by-m3-group-48-dundee-street-reservoir">48 Dundee Street</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/69-hickford-st-by-m3-group-69-hickford-street-reservoir">69 Hickford Street</a>, both also in <a href="/developments/reservoir-vic-3073">Reservoir</a>.

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M3 Group is fully integrated, not only handling the development and construction of its projects, but the design as well

M3 Group expands into Preston with boutique townhouse project

Construction at <a href="/developers/dealcorp">DealCorp</a>'s NOVA townhouse development, the final release at their 10-hectare Polaris 3083 community in Bundoora, is nearing completion.

The <a href="/new-apartments/nova-at-polaris-3083-bundoora-5-nova-circuit-bundoora">NOVA</a> stage includes a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom townhomes that blend heritage and contemporary designs, inspired by the heritage building on the Nova Circuit site.

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Originally constructed in 1938, the Tudor Revival facade maintains its imposing street presence and grand entrance off Galileo Gateway.&nbsp;

<a href="/architects/mgs-architects">MGS Architects</a> drew inspiration from the building’s formal symmetry, with the 28 two-story contemporary townhomes completing the natural axis of the site.&nbsp;

A pedestrian spine runs from the historic front door on Galileo Gateway through to Nova Circuit.

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Located just 300 metres from the bustling Polaris Town Centre, NOVA residents will have immediate access to 33 essential services and prominent retailers, including Woolworths, Dan Murphy's, and Chemist Warehouse.

<a href="/developments/bundoora-vic-3083">Bundoora</a>, known as Melbourne's Northern "University City," is also home to La Trobe University and RMIT Bundoora Campus, both situated in the immediate precinct.&nbsp;

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Polaris, the inner north’s largest master-planned precinct, spans 12 hectares and is surrounded by native parkland and flourishing activity centres.&nbsp;

The community is already home to over 750 residents and features a modern retail and dining precinct.

Move-in is expected in late 2024.

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The community is already home to over 750 residents and features a modern retail and dining precinct.

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DealCorp approach completion of Bundoora masterplan Polaris 3083 as NOVA townhouse construction advances

<a>Brunswick Established</a>, the latest project by Melbourne-based property developer Beulah and architects Six Degrees, has quickly established itself as one of the most groundbreaking concepts in property design with its commitment to the well-being of people and planet.&nbsp;

Set within one of Melbourne’s most desirable neighbourhoods, <a href="/new-townhouses/brunswick-established-23-hodgson-st-brunswick-vic-3056">Brunswick Established</a> is a limited collection of 23 sustainable heritage townhomes, and the first heritage townhome community for circular living in <a href="/developments/brunswick-vic-3056">Brunswick</a>.&nbsp;

Located at 23 Hodgson Street, the project represents Six Degrees's environmentally progressive and highly considered design process, drawing inspiration from the site’s history, while employing new design principles to place sustainability and wellbeing at the forefront.&nbsp;

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<a href="/architects/six-degrees-architects">Six Degrees</a> Director Peter Malatt was initially drawn to the brickwork, not just for its practicality and tactility but its ability to convey the site’s rich history.&nbsp;

“The buildings are inspired by the work of Robin Boyd in the 1960s, using simple materials such as recycled brick, white painted brick and metal," Malatt said.

"We were also interested in London Mews, two-storey buildings which once housed carriages and horses and now form a lively community of housing.&nbsp;The decision to reuse the bricks and timber from the site is not only an aesthetic choice but has a deeper meaning, a resourcefulness that carries memory and the character of history.”&nbsp;

Up to 80 per cent of the original brick heritage building facade will remain, with the new townhomes designed to sit behind this existing facade. The design will also seek to reuse original timber from the warehouse ceiling to create bold features that tell a story.&nbsp;

Brunswick Established is also crafted to enable residents to live sustainably and responsibly once the project is complete - providing them with the opportunity to reuse, recycle and reduce waste and carbon emissions. Onsite solar panels will produce renewable energy, the homes are all electric and will have rainwater tanks for collection and reuse of water and productive food garden options.

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Malatt said the team aims to create a best practice outcome for sustainability, with a target of 7-star average energy rating.&nbsp;

“We have an industry-wide responsibility to reduce energy and materials used in construction, which is one of the largest carbon users and contributors to landfill waste. It is essential to reduce, reuse and avoid the creation of waste as much as possible.”&nbsp;

In addition to being a site rich in heritage, Brunswick Established has also been designed to be ‘future-proofed’ and ‘multi-generational’.&nbsp;

Six Degrees Associate Architect Amy Hall said the&nbsp;approach is to celebrate the heritage qualities of the site to make sure they are protected into the future.

"The homes are built to last and are suitable for a range of different lifestyles and families via adaptable and flexible floorplans. There are a variety of options to turn parts of the homes into an office, a studio, a playroom, a gym and more."

Responsible for both the architecture and interior design, Six Degrees’ holistic approach enabled the team to ensure an intrinsic link between the design outcomes; a seamless, harmonious flow from the outside to within, continuing the reuse and recycling of materials, with natural timber finishes used to warm the interiors.&nbsp;

“There is an industrial robustness in our material choices such as a welcoming brick paved entry sitting alongside a keenness for mid-century craft in joinery elements with highlights of reeded glass and metal,” said Amy.&nbsp;

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Select townhomes will feature the existing beautiful heritage sawtooth ceiling, creating an impressive entrance at approximately six metres high, with skylights providing a warm, sun-drenched space; each generously planned with attention to detail across design and functionality. Residents will experience improved health benefits via improved indoor air quality through natural materials, timber flooring, wool mix carpets, low VOC finishes, and recycled bricks, which also contribute to environmental benefits.&nbsp;

“Attention to detail and functionality is at the centre of the floorplan design," Hall added.

"Key considerations include ensuring open-plan layouts to facilitate effective cross ventilation, optimising access to natural light and nurturing ample connections to outdoor green spaces. These considerations were all aimed at supporting better well-being."

Inspired by traditional London Mews, Six Degrees sees this project becoming home to a vibrant authentic Brunswick community that provides strong social benefits for residents. The laneway will be a safe place for kids to play and for neighbours to interact, while courtyards and rooftops will allow for private rest and relaxation.&nbsp;

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“The homes will be spacious, comfortable, low maintenance and cost-effective to run. Plus, residents will be close to beautiful parks and easily accessible public transport as well as cafes, bars and shops, all within walking distance.&nbsp;The history and theme of this site ultimately is adaptation, from a brickworks to a textile factory, to an importer of Mediterranean goods; Brunswick Established is the next layer of site history,” Hall said.&nbsp;

Adelene Teh, <a href="/developers/beulah">Beulah</a> Executive Director, said Six Degrees has an innate ability to truly embrace each site and this is evident in their approach to Brunswick Established, having surveyed the neighbourhood, explored the history of the site and produced a distinct yet very naturally aligned addition to the streetscape.

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Inspired by traditional London Mews, Six Degrees sees this project becoming home to a vibrant authentic Brunswick community that provides strong social benefits for residents

Six Degrees and Beulah lead the way for next era of sustainable homes and design

Development Victoria is bringing some much-needed affordable supply to Melbourne's booming western corridor, a growing area where the suburb of Sunshine is the focal point.

<a href="/developers/development-victoria">Development Victoria</a>&nbsp;is currently developing LUMA in <a href="/developments/sunshine-north-vic-3020">Sunshine North</a>, a masterplanned townhouse community near Sunshine Station.

Stage one of the community is also sold out and under construction, while stage two construction is soon to kick off under the same builder, SAW Construction.

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Development Victoria is offering a wide variety of townhouses, a mix of configurations from one through to four bedrooms.

With everything going on at <a href="/new-townhouses/luma-sunshine-north-247-st-albans-road-sunshine-north-vic-3020">LUMA</a>, we sat down with Development Victoria's Development Director, Tyson Burkett, to talk about the development.

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Burkett emphasises <a href="/new-townhouses/luma-sunshine-north-247-st-albans-road-sunshine-north-vic-3020">LUMA</a>'s focus on sustainability, showcasing its seven-star energy-rated homes equipped with solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. These features not only reduce environmental impact but also lower ongoing costs for homeowners, making sustainable living accessible and practical.

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Future plans for the site include a pedestrian and vehicle bridge over Stony Creek via Metherall Street, providing a link between LUMA and the existing community, and new commercial and retail precincts featuring a mix of retail outlets such as supermarkets and specialty stores to support the everyday needs of local residents.

<a href="/builders/saw-construction">SAW Construction</a>&nbsp;is currently building stage one of LUMA, with those townhomes expected to be ready for occupancy early next year.

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With everything going on at LUMA, we sat down with Development Victoria's Development Director, Tyson Burkett, to talk about the development

Michael Bird

Everything a buyer needs to know about Development Victoria's LUMA, Sunshine North townhouse development

Metro Equity PG is attracting families to its unique Doncaster townhouse development, <a href="/new-townhouses/arden-residences-doncaster-east-18-amdura-road-doncaster-east">Arden Residences</a>.

The townhouses are designed for a large family. Each townhome has four bedrooms across a three-level floor plan, with an open-plan layout that connects the kitchen, dining, and lounge to north-facing outdoor areas for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.

Arden Residences' large family-centred design combined with its strategic location further caters to family buyers seeking a new home in a well-connected and vibrant community.

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Strategically located 17 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD and within the highly sought-after <a href="/developments/doncaster-east-vic-3109">East Doncaster</a> Secondary College and Donburn Primary school zones, Metro Equity PG positions the family buyers at the epicentre of education and leisure.

The surrounding area is home to libraries, parks, and restaurants, offering a well-rounded lifestyle for young and established families.

The development's location also provides access to natural reserves and major sports and entertainment precincts, supporting a balanced lifestyle of convenience and recreation.

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The proximity to Tunstall Square Shopping Centre ensures residents have access to daily necessities, including retail outlets, cafés, and bakeries.&nbsp;

Westfield Doncaster Shoppingtown, one of Victoria’s largest shopping centres, provides a broader range of retail stores, galleries, and diverse dining options.

Arden Residences starts at $1.49 million, with potential homebuyers eligible for stamp duty savings.

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Arden Residences will sit within the highly sought-after East Doncaster Secondary College and Donburn Primary school zones

Metro Equity PG caters to families in Doncaster townhouse development, Arden Residences

Golden Age Group has officially kicked off construction at its Box Hill South townhouse development, Wembley Hill.

Following approval from Whitehorse City Council, Golden Age has started civil works on the Hay Street project of 143 three and four-bedroom homes which are expected to complete in Q3 2026.

<a href="/new-townhouses/wembley-hill-15-hay-street-box-hill-south">Wembley Hill</a>&nbsp;will also feature 13,000 sqm of private green space and parklands curated by landscaper TCL.

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Project architect, <a href="/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a>, has selected a neutral palette of brickwork complemented by natural timber accents and vertical greenery. Strikingly individual, each townhome has a unique façade. The project design incorporates a host of energy and environmentally-conscious initiatives, such as rooftop solar panels, provision for EV charging, energy-efficient heating and cooling, and filtered rainwater connection to irrigation and utilities.

Over 60 per cent of the homes in stage one have sold, with buyers drawn to the development due its&nbsp;built-in sustainability which will deliver instant cost-savings for homeowners.

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The buyers are mostly young families looking for spacious, low-maintenance housing within the desirable <a href="/developments/box-hill-south-vic-3128">Box Hill</a> High School zone, and young couples taking their second step up the property ladder, moving up from small units.&nbsp;

With the development abutting directly onto Gardiner’s Creek Trail to the south, residents will enjoy immediate access to an abundance of parklands for exercise and recreation. &nbsp;Designed by award-winning Australian landscape architecture practice <a href="/landscape-architect/tcl">TCL</a>, the landscaping plans incorporate the planting of almost 200 trees amid shrubberies that will deliver year-round colour.&nbsp;

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The thoughtfully planned townhomes feature light-filled interiors designed by leading interior design firm, <a href="/architects/mim-design">MIM Design</a>, to provide residents with generous access to external views and ventilation, and allow flexible, adaptable living arrangements that support multi-generational living. &nbsp;

Wembley Hill was formerly home to Hays International College and is positioned next to Wembley Park, Box Hill Soccer Club, and Box Hill Golf Club. The location is five minutes drive from the central hub of Box Hill and is in easy reach of high-quality community amenities and public transport.

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Wembley Hill was formerly home to Hays International College and is positioned next to Wembley Park, Box Hill Soccer Club, and Box Hill Golf Club

Civil construction starts on Golden Age's Wembley Hill townhouses in Box Hill South

<a href="/developers/c-street-projects">C Street Projects</a> introduced a revolutionary product to the off the plan market in Australia.

With only eight north-facing townhouses available, <a href="/buildings/echo-hawthorn-360-auburn-road-hawthorn">Echo</a> offers discerning buyers an exclusive opportunity to own a Passivhaus-certified home in <a href="/developments/hawthorn-vic-3122">Hawthorn</a>.

Passive House, originally developed in Germany, has emerged as the gold standard in energy-efficient building design. It operates on a set of rigorous principles designed to drastically reduce energy consumption, lower operational costs, and enhance indoor air quality and thermal comfort for occupants.

Read more:&nbsp;What is Passive House? Echo Hawthorn to deliver Australia's first Passive Houses

Each three-bedroom townhouse is a commitment not only to thermal comfort, acoustic excellence, and occupant comfort but also to spacious, architecturally designed interiors.

The townhouses, designed by <a href="/architects/neil-architecture">Neil Architecture</a> to ease the routine of daily living, feature ample storage and durable finishes that require minimal maintenance.

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Echo's design philosophy emphasises calm and relaxation, with natural tones evident in the tile floors, timber joinery, and granite benchtops.&nbsp;

The tumbled limestone flooring was selected for its durability and easy maintenance, contributing to a grounded and easy ambience of the home.

The V-Zug-equipped kitchen flows into a large open-plan living space that extends to a northern outdoor space, accessible through a triple-glazed tilt-turn sliding door.

Additional storage is available through built-in living joinery and a TV unit, enhancing functionality without compromising on style.

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The main suite, located on the first floor, features a double vanity and bathtub, creating a practical and functional layout.

The master bedroom offers a view of the northern terrace, providing a private retreat within the home.&nbsp;

Each townhome is designed with multiple living areas to provide several sanctuaries for relaxation or to focus on work or study.

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The top floor houses two additional bedrooms, along with a study area or multi-purpose space and a central bathroom for children or guests.&nbsp;

A private double lock-up garage ensures secure and convenient parking and storage, with direct access to the home.

A residential lift to the first floor adds to the convenience, making the townhomes accessible for all residents.

Positioned just a short walk to Auburn South Primary, Auburn High, Riversdale Rd Tram, Freeway access and Sonny Ray Café, the townhomes' sustainable and practical features complement its outstanding location.

Limited stamp duty savings still apply.

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Echo's design philosophy emphasises calm and relaxation, with natural tones evident in the tile floors, timber joinery, and granite benchtops

Inside the interiors of Echo, Hawthorn townhouses

DM Property is advancing sustainability in Melbourne with its latest townhouse development, <a href="/buildings/early-3191-sandringham-3-11-george-street-sandringham">Early 3191</a>.

With several active projects around the state – <a href="/developers/dm-property">DM Property</a> has a strong commitment to delivering exceptional developments that consider the environmental, social, and communities local to their projects.&nbsp;

Designed for maximum energy efficiency, the 35 three and four-bedroom Rothelowman-designed townhouses set a new standard for sustainable and communal suburban living in <a href="/developments/sandringham-vic-3191">Sandringham</a>.

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Each townhouse at Early 3191 features energy-efficient LED lighting, appliances, and fixtures, complemented by a 1.5kW solar photovoltaic system discreetly installed on the roof.

High-performance window glazing and design considerations aim for an average 7-star energy rating, ensuring residents benefit from lower energy consumption and costs.

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Several water-saving initiatives are incorporated into the building in the form of rainwater tanks to collect stormwater for irrigation and toilet flushing, which would result in an annual mains water saving of 6,675kL.&nbsp;

The development also adheres to the WELS star water efficiency methods and Best Practice standards for stormwater quality.&nbsp;

Committed to helping reduce emissions, each townhouse is equipped with bicycle storage and EV charging infrastructure in the garage.&nbsp;

Additionally, the location offers easy access to multiple public transport options, including Sandringham Railway Station, Southland Railway Station, and bus routes 825 and 822 nearby.&nbsp;

The East-West Cycle Trail is also conveniently located 850 metres away.

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Early 3191's sustainable initiatives extended to the Adele Bates-designed interiors where thoughtful design and practices were implemented to minimise environmental footprint.

All living areas and bedrooms are designed to maximise natural light and ventilation.

Low VOC interior paints, adhesives, and sealants are used throughout.&nbsp;

A four-bin waste system optimises recycling and reduces landfill waste, while retractable clotheslines encourage residents to minimise the use of clothes dryers.

Early 3191 is Bayside's most advanced project, set for completion in spring 2024.&nbsp;

Construction by <a href="/builders/saw-construction">Saw Construction</a> at Early 3191 is well underway and prospective buyers only have a few more weeks to customise their home, which could include a private lift.

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Early 3191 is Bayside's most advanced project, set for completion in spring 2024

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