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.

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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

The Gold Coast Planning Committee has supported the preliminary approval for the Benowa Gardens Urban Village project following an extensive community consultation and assessment process.

The proposal will now proceed to a full council vote on June 2.

The application sought approval for a masterplanned urban village on the existing Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre site, combining new housing, retail, dining, health and lifestyle amenities within a walkable, integrated precinct.&nbsp;

The proposed redevelopment includes around 413 apartments integrated above a revitalised mixed-use centre featuring a full-line supermarket of 4,000 sqm, 6,000 sqm of specialty retail and dining space across around 30 retailers, a 7,000 sqm health and wellness precinct, and roughly 9,630 sqm of office and medical suites.&nbsp;

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The broader masterplan also includes very significant traffic and transport improvements, wide pedestrian walkways, upgraded pedestrian and cycle connections, and enhanced public areas designed to create a more connected and walkable community environment.&nbsp;

Centre owner Patrick Lu said the milestone reflected months of detailed planning, technical assessment and ongoing communication with local residents, businesses, schools and stakeholders.

“We appreciate the time, consideration and care Council officers and the Planning Committee have given this proposal throughout the assessment process,” Lu said.

“We also sincerely thank the local community for engaging with us, sharing feedback and participating in the consultation process over many months.

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“We understand projects of this scale bring questions and concerns, which is why we have worked hard to listen carefully, provide information transparently and continue refining elements of the proposal where possible.

“Our vision has always been to create a well-designed, community-focused urban village that responds to the changing needs of the Gold Coast, while delivering improved amenity, housing diversity, healthcare access and local lifestyle benefits.

“This proposal is about creating a genuine live-work-play environment where residents can access everyday services, schools, healthcare, dining, shopping and green space within walking distance, while also supporting local jobs and economic activity.”

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Lu said the proposal had evolved significantly through consultation and technical review, particularly around traffic, pedestrian and student safety and neighbourhood connectivity.&nbsp;

Melissa Griffin, Director at Urbis, said the recommendation recognised the strategic importance of delivering more housing and services within established urban areas already supported by infrastructure.

“This proposal represents the type of thoughtful, integrated growth that planning frameworks across South-East Queensland are encouraging,” Ms Griffin said.

“The project seeks to place housing, retail, healthcare and employment opportunities together in a highly accessible location close to schools, transport and existing services.

“Importantly, the process has involved significant technical assessment and community engagement to ensure local issues and feedback were properly considered throughout the planning pathway.”

$1 billion Benowa Gardens Urban Village heads to council vote following Planning Committee support

Surfers Paradise is officially set for its first new residential development with a 45-storey skybridge connecting the two towers.

John Camilleri’s Celestino Developments has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council to develop its major beachfront precinct across its huge 4,000 sqm oceanfront site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">63–79 Garfield Terrace</a>, just five months after its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-billionaire-winx-breeder-s-bold-two-tower-surfers-paradise-play-with-45th-storey-skybridge">submission in late 2025</a>.

The approved scheme will deliver two towers rising 55 and 48 storeys, connected by a skybridge positioned on level 45 that will house a range of resident-only wellness and entertainment spaces.

In its notice of approval, the Gold Coast City Council said the&nbsp;proposed overall built form has been designed to complement the scale, intensity and protect the adjacent amenity and surrounding streets through the use of varied setbacks, site cover and architectural elements.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/dbi">DBI</a>, the development will comprise 275 apartments across the two towers, including a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, as well as several penthouses. The apartments will sit above a landscaped podium featuring more than 90 metres of beachfront pool frontage, private resident lawns, lounges, and wellness spaces.

DBI said the design draws heavily from the movement and form of the coastal environment, with curving balcony lines and sculpted façades intended to soften the scale of the towers while maximising ocean outlooks and passive shading outcomes.

“The project occupies a rare, uninterrupted oceanfront site and has been shaped by a design philosophy that merges architectural elegance with environmental responsiveness and a carefully curated lifestyle experience,” DBI said in planning documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

The most distinctive element of the approved project is the skybridge linking the two towers at level 45. The elevated communal space is planned to include executive lounges, formal dining areas, wellness facilities, and panoramic ocean-facing outlooks.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI said.

At podium level, residents will have access to a suite of resort-style amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a yoga lawn, gymnasium, plunge pools, and treatment spaces. The beachfront pool has been designed with separate lap, lounge, and children’s areas extending across the width of the site.

The project will also introduce new food and beverage offerings along the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages, contributing additional activation to the beachfront precinct.

First look: Winx billionaire’s beachfront Surfers Paradise apartment development greenlit

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Voyager, a chic residential tower delivered by Mirvac, is a new development set within the masterplanned Yarra’s Edge precinct on the Docklands waterfront.

The harbourside precinct, set to be home to over 3,000 people, boasts over 1,000 sqm of fine dining and retail, a state-of-the-art wellness centre, parklands and marina berths.

Urban takes a look at five things you may not know about Mirvac’s Voyager development.

1. It’s the tallest building at Wharf’s Entrance

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Standing 43-levels high and dominating the Docklands skyline at 138 metres, Voyager is the tallest building in the precinct to date.

The iconic tower’s smooth glass exterior is a beacon welcoming those coming to Melbourne over the Bolte Bridge.

“The curved façades reflect the changing light as the sun moves on its daily journey, an iconic beacon that welcomes residents home”, Mirvac Design director Michael Wiener said.

2. Voyager offers a broad variety of lifestyle residences

The stylish 315-apartment development boasts a collection of one, two and three-bedroom luxury apartments.

Versatile floorplans and a flexible variety of residences are designed to suit any homebuyers’ lifestyle.

A mix of inspirational artist apartments and flexi-apartments ideal for a home and office in one are also available, with spacious, flexible living spaces and the possibility to secure an accompanying car and bike spot.

3. The residence boasts an hotel-luxe feel

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Aligning with the building’s sophisticated and elegant residences, a large functional lobby space helps add to the development’s hotel-luxe atmosphere.

Boasting a concierge, lobby gallery and library, the ground-floor lobby warmly welcomes residents and their guests into a beautiful space.

“The curved surfaces of the lobby reflect the nature of the building, creating a holistic experience from inside to out”, Weiner said.

4. Homebuyers can choose from two colour schemes

The Voyager offers residents the choice between two timeless colour schemes, Halcyon and Intrepid.

Halcyon, marketed towards those who “understand sophistication,” features neutral accents, stone benches, metallic finishes and soft tones.

While Intrepid explores darker tones, with slim-line porcelain, metallic accents and contrasting materials.  

5. Residents can enjoy premium shared amenities

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Voyager boasts an abundance of premium amenities, designed for residents and their guests to entertain or retreat.

The residence’s waterfront location offers sensation views of the Melbourne CBD.

“The soft ribbonlike walls effortlessly weave their way forming a backdrop to a series of seamless and uninterrupted spaces with spectacular views”, the project’s marketing read.

Designed to provide flexible spaces, the Société rooftop includes indoor and outdoor spaces, , theatre and karaoke, yoga space and communal barbeque, while the residents' club offers private dining, a bar lounge and an intimate open air fireplace lounge.

READ MORE: Take a look at<a href="/news/vic/april-2021-the-top-5-two-bedroom-apartments-for-investors-in-melbourne-under-800-000"> five two-bedroom apartments ideal for investors that are on the market in Melbourne for under $800,000</a>.
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Voyager, a chic residential tower delivered by Mirvac, is a new development set within the masterplanned Yarra’s Edge precinct. 

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Five things you may not know about Mirvac's Docklands development Voyager

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As ME Bank records buoyed positive sentiment amongst Aussie property investors and Westpac forecasts Melbourne dwelling values to rise 10 per cent in 2021, now may be the ideal time for investors to secure a new apartment.

Although Melbourne’s property market still has some way to go before it returns to pre-COVID levels, the current circumstances provide a unique opportunity for buyers to secure an apartment before investors return to the market in full force.

For those hoping to get ahead of the anticipated increase in activity, Urban takes a look at five two-bedroom apartments in Melbourne for under $800,000. 
 

1. 661 Chapel Street, South Yarra 
Address: 661 Chapel Street, South Yarra VIC 3141 
Two-bedroom apartments from $798,000

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Located just three-kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD, 661 Chapel Street provides investors with great opportunities to capitalise on high-income professionals who are renting in Melbourne.

Although South Yarra has an average rental yield of 3.7 per cent, according to REIV, one two-bedroom apartment in the 661 Chapel Street complex was listed for rent at $950 per week in 2020.

Based on the current two-bedroom apartment price, this reflects a rental yield of almost 6.2 per cent, which is no surprise when you take a look inside the luxury development.

A four-level private lobby, 25-metre pool, grand library and winter garden are among the hotel-like amenities available to residents. 
 

2. Voyager, Docklands 
Address: 103 South Wharf Drive, Docklands VIC 3008 
Two-bedroom apartments from $706,500

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Research conducted by independent property consulting firm Urbis found that Melbourne’s Docklands residential population is expected to grow at an annual rate of 7.0 per cent per annum over the next five years, providing great opportunities for investors.

The rental market for Docklands is strong with median rents for two-bedroom apartments higher than Greater Melbourne.

Voyager’s large selection of versatile floorplans are designed to suit all homebuyers with luxury homes, inspirational artist apartments and flexi-apartments still available. 
 

3. Hawthorn Park, Hawthorn East 
Address: 33-53 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East VIC 3123 
Two-bedroom apartments from $670,000

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Hawthorn Park, located in the small inner-east suburb of Hawthorn East, offers owner-occupiers and investors alike with a luxury residence with a community feel.

The development’s two-bedroom apartments, priced from $670,000, are on par with the suburb’s median two-bedroom unit price of $669,000.

According to the Department of Human Services, two-bedroom apartments in Hawthorn East registered median rental growth of 5.3 per cent per annum in the ten-year period to June 2016.

Offering a very high walk score of 90, large floor plans and an incredible sky bridge pool, homebuyers who purchase an apartment at Hawthorn Park will unlikely be led astray. 
 

4. Hurstmon, Malvern East 
Address: 3 Hurstmon Street, Malvern East VIC 3145 
Two-bedroom apartments from $795,000

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Marketed towards young professionals and downsizers in Melbourne’s Malvern East, Hurstmon is a stylish home defined by rich layers of experience and character.

Catering to Malvern East’s dominant type of buyer and renter, this home has the potential to become a profitable investment due to its contemporary architecture and great location.

Set amongst beautiful parks, historic gardens and tree-lined streets, Hurstmon provides landscaped green spaces, premium finishes and floorplans responsive to changes and requests by homebuyers.

According to REIV, the average rental yield of units in Malvern East sits at 3.0 per cent. 
 

5. Normanby, Southbank 
Address: 199-201 Normanby Road, Southbank VIC 3006 
Two-bedroom apartments from $726,300

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Southbank and other CBD suburbs are highly prized for their employment opportunities, well-established communities, great public transport offerings and cultural landmarks.

Normanby’s sophisticated form and elevated amenities create a luxe environment that is sure to deliver the needs of its residents, from investors to owner-occupiers.

The development boasts uninterrupted city views, an elevated infinity pool and hotel services and amenities, thanks to the adjoining AC Hotel by Marriott.
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Current conditions in the Melbourne property markets provide a unique opportunity for buyers to secure an apartment before investors return in full force

April 2021: The top 5 two-bedroom apartments for investors in Melbourne under $800,000

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There's a reason every buyer in Docklands newest address, The Docklands Residences, is an owner-occupier.

The waterside suburb is beginning to take shape as one of the next sought-after areas, with a number of new luxury projects in the pipeline complete with top of the range onsite amenities.

The Docklands Residences will see buyers move in next month. Over 85 per cent of the development is now sold.

Designed by award-winning architects DKO, the unique mixed-use project boasts timeless luxury and beautiful apartment design.

Urban takes a look at five new amenities coming to Dockland’s thanks to the Capital Alliance development.

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1. Hotel amenities and services

Set atop the five-star Melbourne Marriott Hotel, homeowners of the oversized one, two and three-bedroom Docklands residences will enjoy exclusive hotel membership, access to services and amenities and true luxury-living.

Provided by Marriott, an inviting lobby welcomes hotel guests and residents. Residents will have their own private entrance and lifts, and will be offered access to room service, housekeeping and a 24-hour concierge service. 
 

2. Restaurants and ground-level cafes

Beautiful facilities at this development are not only exclusively for residents and hotel guests, with many new amenities open to the broader community.

A ground-floor restaurant and laneway café will be open to all who wander through the riverside precinct.

The ground-level lobby bar will also be open to all, featuring side tables designed to accommodate laptops for the ideal work-from-home setting. 
 

3. Open-air infinity rooftop pool

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Accommodating the demands of high-end homebuyers, Capital Alliance offers abundant lifestyle facilities to entertain and socialise in.

Curving around the top of the building, a 28-metre resort-style, rooftop infinity pool will feature an adjoining bar and 200-degree views across the Melbourne CBD and Port Phillip Bay.

“At night, tiny fibre optic lights at the pool twinkle to a spectacular effect”, said DKO director Jesse Lindardi, providing the perfect place for a poolside cocktail. 
 

4. Winter gardens

An integral part of the building’s design is green spaces and natural connection, including planter boxes with built-in irrigation and winter gardens.

Each apartment in the Docklands Residences feature a private enclosed glass winter garden, allowing residents to enjoy stunning views of bay, city and Bolte Bridge during all months of the year.

 

5. Art installation in the lobby

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Melbourne-based artist, Alexander Knox, has created an impressive sensory public art installation within the lobby of the building, creating a remarkable large-scale, multi-media piece.

The artwork draws reference from the site’s history and reflects the unique character of its Docklands location.
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Urban takes a look at five new amenities coming to Dockland’s thanks to the Capital Alliance development, The Docklands Residences

What's new in Melbourne's Docklands? Here are five new amenities in the popular central neighbourhood

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Heralded as among the most liveable cities in the world, Brisbane offers homebuyers beautiful weather, stunning beaches and a youthful charm.

Recent forecasts from Westpac and CBA have identified property value increases in Brisbane of up to 20 per cent and 16.6 per cent over the next two to three years, respectively.

With many brand-new developments suitable for first home buyers, investors or downsizers offered at an affordable price point, Brisbane may be the ideal location to secure an apartment.

Urban takes a look at five new properties on the market in Queensland’s capital under $475,000.

1. Quay Waterfront, Newstead 
Address: 57 Skyring Terrace, Newstead QLD 4006 
One-bedroom apartments from $475,000

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Mirvac’s Quay Waterfront is Brisbane’s newest chapter of riverside living, prioritising rich and connected design.

Each residence offers open layouts, light-filled spaces and flowing balconies. The home’s amenities include sky-pavilions, rooftop pool, cocktail garden and ground-floor wellness centre.

2. Breeze, West End 
Address: 43 Ferry Road, West End QLD 4101 
One-bedroom apartments from $409,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=8240]

Forming part of Pradella’s $1 billion masterplanned Riverside West End community, Breeze comprises luxurious apartments in Brisbane’s inner-south.

Comprising luxurious apartments with resort-style amenities, abundant green open spaces and retail offerings, the development connects residents with all they need.

A remarkable rooftop Skygarden terrace complete with a 20-metre lap pool and landscaped entertainment area crowns the 11-storey complex.

3. Mary Lane, Brisbane 
Address: 111 Mary Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 
One-bedroom apartments from $460,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6229]

Sitting in the centre of Brisbane, Mary Lane offers 167 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Perched above the Westin Hotel, residents will have access to private amenities, including a residents-only foyer, terrace pool, gym and function room.

One-bedroom apartments in the development feature floor-to-ceiling glass, a balcony and a full-size kitchen with quality appliances.

4. M Apartments, Kangaroo Point 
Address: 699 Main Street, Kangaroo Point, QLD 4169 
One-bedroom apartments from $415,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29156]

Representing a refreshing new approach to apartment living, M Apartments offers 46 one and two-bedroom apartments, as well as three commercial properties located on the ground floor.

As the latest addition to Brisbane’s Kangaroo Point and only moments to the Woolloongabba dining precinct and the Brisbane CBD, M Apartments residents will enjoy convenience and luxury with amenities including a rooftop entertainment deck, timber flooring and a communal barbeque area with views over the surrounding suburbs.

5. Cello, Greenslopes 
Address: 5-9 Flora Street, Greenslopes QLD 4120 
Two-bedroom apartments from $469,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=28592]

Delivered by CS Development Group, Cello Apartments is located just four kilometres from the Brisbane CBD.

For residents who value relaxation, an on-site library, or landscape rooftop observation deck provide excellent settings to unwind.

Resort-style facilities, such as a swimming pool, sauna and spa, and fully equipped gym are also on offer, as well as a multi-purpose space and boardroom.
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Recent forecasts from Westpac and CBA have identified property value increases in Brisbane of up to 20 per cent and 16.6 per cent over the next two to three years, respectively

April 2021: The top five properties you can buy in Brisbane under $475,000

Often compared against some of the greatest cities in the world, Sydney offers homebuyers employment opportunities, stunning beaches and diverse cultures.

Sydney house prices are set to surge 14 per cent between 2021 and 2023, according to forecasts by Westpac economists.

With many brand-new developments suitable for first home buyers, investors and downsizers, Urban takes a look at five new two-bedroom apartments on the market in Sydney under $655,000.

1. Auburn Square, Auburn 
Address: 26-36 Northumberland Road, Auburn NSW 2144 
Two-bedroom apartments from $600,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7317]

Developed by Tian An LFD, Auburn Square boasts the ultimate liveability in the heart of western Sydney.

Designed by Rothelowman, the development&rsquo;s design provides perfectly considered spaces to deliver a sense of community, with facilities including an expansive rooftop, communal dining areas, outdoor fitness equipment, and impressive cityscape views.

2. Georgette, Schofields 
Address: 23-27 Schofields Road, Schofields NSW 2762 
Two-bedroom apartments from $535,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=32227]

Georgette offers homebuyers a change of scenery from the bustling city setting with lush green spaces encasing their home.

Designed by PBD Architects, residents will enjoy the privacy and natural beauty of Sydney&rsquo;s north-west from the confines of their bedroom.

The light-filled apartments feature extended gardens, ample storage and, in partnership with Tesla, state-of-the-art energy and storage innovations.

3. Park Avenue, Waitara 
Address: 16-20 Park Avenue, Waitara NSW 2077 
Two-bedroom apartments from $649,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29538]

Located on Sydney&rsquo;s Upper North Shore, Park Avenue provides one and two-bedroom configurations in a prime location, ideal for first home buyers, investors or downsizers.

Delivered by Developcorp, the spacious apartments are located in proximity to Hornsby&rsquo;s amenities and offer residents the relaxed lifestyle of the North Shore community.

Each residence boasts practical layouts, flowing balconies and spacious bedrooms.

4. Cornerstone, Belmore 
Address: 717-727 Canterbury Road, Belmore NSW 2192 
Two-bedroom apartments from $655,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=9188]

Located on Canterbury Road, Cornerstone delivers a collection of 141 flawlessly designed one, two and three-bedroom apartments with secure parking and lift access, boasting exceptionally generous proportions with spacious alfresco areas.

Aland&rsquo;s project features ground-floor retail spaces and parkland, recessed balconies, high ceilings and an open-plan layout.

5. Collection, Rouse Hill 
Address: 49 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 
Two-bedroom apartments from $642,500

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6284]

With two-bedroom apartments from $642,500 and one-bedroom apartments from just $399,000, Collection presents incredible quality residences at an affordable price.

Situated in Sydney&rsquo;s growing north-west, the Marquess Group&rsquo;s Rouse Hill project offers generous entertainer balconies and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and adjacent Berowra Valley National Park.

The DKO Architecture-designed development boasts luxury and modern design with spacious open-plan layouts, walk-in showers and on-site amenities.

Often compared against some of the greatest cities in the world, Sydney offers homebuyers employment opportunities, stunning beaches and diverse cultures

June 2021: The top five two-bedroom apartments you can buy in Sydney under $655,000

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Developers have continued to recognise the importance of incorporating open green space into their projects with home buyers increasingly looking for accessible leisure amenities.

Not only does nearby natural space benefit residents’ quality of life but convenient access to landscaped gardens helps foster a sense of community within a project.  

Here are four homes in New South Wales with nearby parklands space for fitness, leisure and relaxation. 
 

1. Allium, Pagewood 
Address: 128 Bunnerong Road, Pagewood NSW 2035 
Two-bedroom apartments from $815,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7822]

Meriton’s Pagewood development, Allium, is ideally located to offer families and first home buyers convenient access to championship golf courses, parklands and Sydney’s Eastern beaches.

As well as adjacent green spaces, the 487-apartment development includes podium gardens on the fifth floor, rooftop retreats and extensive turfed area for relaxation and summer dining. 
 

2. Collection, Rouse Hill 
Address: 49 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 
Two-bedroom apartments from $642,500

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6284]

Delivered by Marquess Group, Rouse Hill’s latest development comprising 311 apartments across three buildings offers residents an abundance of open, green space in Sydney’s north-west.

Masterplanned by architects DKO, Collection borders the popular Berowra Valley National Park and includes a meticulously landscaped communal garden for residents’ private use.   
 

3. Orchid, Eastgardens 
Address: 9 Oscar Place, Eastgardens NSW 2036 
Two-bedroom apartments from $835,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29389]

Orchid, the final stage of Meriton’s masterplanned Pagewood Green development in Eastgardens, offers a “residential oasis” within Sydney’s East, according to the project marketing.

Offering residents an ideal natural setting to recharge, the development is located nearby surrounding parklands, sporting fields and recreation facilities, including Centennial Park, Lakes Golf Course and the urban bushland at Moore Park. 
 

4. 1-39 Lord Sheffield Circuit, Penrith 
Address: 1-39 Lord Sheffield Circuit, Penrith NSW 2750 
Apartment prices available upon request

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29200]

Urban Property Group’s new Penrith masterplanned community is situated just metres from Penrith train station and local parks.

The community parklands, just moments away, offers playground equipment, open spaces and barbeque facilities that the whole family can enjoy.
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Here are four homes in New South Wales with nearby parklands space for fitness, leisure and relaxation

Property insider guide: 4 stunning NSW homes with adjacent parkland

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The Gold Coast's Main Beach is set for a new 24 level apartment tower.

Gallagher Property Group, led by New Zealander Dean Gallagher, have secured approval for the apartment tower at 16 Hughes Avenue.

Plus Architecture have designed the building which will comprise 42 three bedroom apartments and two four bedroom apartments spanning the top two levels.

"Our team was inspired by the nature surrounding the Gold Coast including the flora, and land forms," the submission to the Gold Coast City Council from Plus Architecture read.

"By combining the local native tree forms with the fluid forms of the ocean, we’ve created a series of residences protected by curved canopies formed out of linear battens creating both privacy but also screening to the Wester sun while creating visual interest, exaggerating the horizontal ocean views, and allowing for the light an shadow to come into the units in a variety of interesting ways through out the day.

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"These canopy forms rest on a solid rock base made of horizontal bricks."

The development will sit in landscaping by Shepherd Urban Landscape Architecture.

Level one will home the resident amenities, which include a spa and spa deck, sauna, lap pool, barbecue area, residents lounge, gym and a yoga space. There will be three levels of basement parking.

The impressive sub penthouse and penthouse will each have four bedrooms, a home office and a self-contained area and span the whole floor of the 23rd and 24th level.

The penthouse will feature its own rooftop terrace complete with private gym, kitchen and wine storage, dining area, fire-pit and day beds as well as a pool.

Gallagher's investment vehicles paid $6.8 million for the 1,062 sqm Hughes Ave site late last year. On the property was a block of five apartments and a single level cottage. 
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Gallagher Property Group, led by New Zealander Dean Gallagher, have secured approval for the apartment tower at 16 Hughes Avenue.

Take a look at Main Beach's newest apartment tower

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The enviable and quintessential Bayside lifestyle is yours for the taking in these three luxury family residences.

Stretching around Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne’s Bayside area offers all the elements that make an attractive suburb – beautiful beaches and excellent schools.

Set on Melbourne’s best coastline, the Bayside boasts a strong sense of community and merges leisure, waterfront views and an outdoor lifestyle with the convenience of city living.

Urban takes a look at three luxury family homes to secure within these premium Melbourne suburbs. 
 

1. Sandy Hill Penthouse, Sandringham 
Address: 222 Bay Road, Sandringham VIC 3191 
Three-bedroom apartments from $1,950,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=324]

Perched atop the ninth floor of the Master Builders Association award-winning Sandy Hill complex, Blueprint Projects’ three penthouse apartments feature three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Designed by Watson Young Architects, the contemporary penthouses feature a fireplace, cocktail bar, European oak parquetry flooring, executive-quality study with integrated desk and triple-glazed window suites.

The kitchen fits bespoke handles, marble benchtops and Gaggenau and Miele appliances, making the home the ideal setting for entertaining family and friends. A wrap-around terrace boasts views out to the bay, city and Dandenong Ranges.  

Blueprint Projects director Tony Quinert said residents can enjoy a wealth of fantastic Bayside attractions.

“Pop down to one of Melbourne’s best beaches at Half Moon Bay, (just 2km away) or take a stroll through your local Sandy Village retail precinct, Balcombe Rd, Black Rock or the vibrant seaside shopping strip of Hampton St.” 
 

2. Avenue, Brighton East 
Address: 14 Gleniffer Avenue, Brighton East VIC 3187 
Three-bedroom townhomes from $2,290,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29935]

Delivered by Skelton and designed by innovative architecture practice ADDARC, Avenue townhomes seamlessly engage and connect to the landscaping beyond. Japanese-influenced charred timber and production-grade zinc come together to form the home’s striking pitched roofs.

The perfectly crafted three-bedroom townhomes feature expansive, light-filled living and dining, exceptionally appointed kitchens, private garage for two or three cars and lush private gardens designed by renowned Jack Merlo.

Each master bedroom boasts 4.4-metre-high cathedral ceilings, as well as an abundance of light through the floor-to-ceiling windows. 
 

3. Vista Apartments, Highett 
Address: 9 Remington Drive, Highett VIC 3190 
Two-bedroom apartments from $699,500

[smartcode_project:default project_id=3303]

Hallmarc’s latest offering in the bayside suburb of Highett is the 154-apartment project, Vista Apartments. As the second stage of Hallmarc’s Kingston Park masterplanned community, Vista combines the need to express your individuality with the connectivity to essential amenities and like-minded people.

Designed to accommodate a modern lifestyle, residences within the development feature open-plan living areas, rustic timber flooring and a large breakfast bar for social dining and entertaining.

Residents at the Highett residence will have access to a state-of-the-art heated swimming pool and fully-equipped gym and inspiring views that overlook the expansive parklands of Sir William Fry Reserve.

Exclusive, outdoor communal spaces allow residents to mingle with neighbours, and offer informal outdoor seating, manicured gardens and courtyards.
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Stretching around Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne’s Bayside area offers all the elements that make an attractive suburb – beautiful beaches and excellent schools

Three luxury family homes to secure in Melbourne’s Bayside 

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Element Residences in East Brisbane has began construction on one of the last remaining spaces along the East Brisbane riverside promenade.

The boutique eight level tower at 248 Wellington Road is being developed by the family-ran development firm Bellevue Queensland. The Zullo family, including the Sydney FC soccer player Michael Zullo, bought the 478 sqm site for $1.5 million in 2020 from developer Alphaprop.

Alphaprop had been planning four full floor apartments with three bedrooms.

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But Bellevue had bureau^proberts tweak the plans, turning the three level penthouse to two levels to allow for another apartment. They also changed the number of bedrooms from three to four per apartment, apart from the five bedroom penthouse.

Construction is expected to be completed at the end of the year. 

The five bedroom penthouse has already been snapped up by a local buyer.

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The remaining five apartments, all with four bedrooms and a master retreat with opulent ensuite featuring twin rain showerhead and a bath, have been listed for sale, with prices starting from $2.7 million.

"The one per floor offering is definitely the hottest buying requirement for the large downsizer segment of the market," Ray White New Farm marketing agent Hamish Bowman said. 
 
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Five of the six apartments, each with four bedrooms, have been listed for sale with prices starting from $2.7 million.



Check out one of East Brisbane's last riverside apartment developments

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Plans have been lodged to the City of Melbourne council to convert a North Melbourne warehouse in to a mixed-use building.

The $36 million development of the site at 287-313 Macaulay Road, in the Arden-Macauley Urban Renewal Area, will see a partial demolition of the current warehouse and the construction of a 12 levels building on top of two levels of basement parking.

It will have 120 apartments above podium office space and 2,048 sqm of ground floor retail.

<a href="/buildings/ada-toorak-1093-1099-malvern-road-toorak"><img alt="" height="1214" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/north_melbourne_plans_2.jpg" width="1200"></a> Source: Hayball Architects plans submitted to the City of Melbourne

Hayball Architects have designed the building which will consist of 12 one bedroom apartments, 78 two bedroom apartments, 29 three bedroom apartments and a four bedroom penthouse. There will be seven duplexes.

There will be 250 sqm of communal space, split between a 201 sqm communal terrace on level 1 and a 49 sqm communal sky garden on level nine. 

Residents will also have access to a cinema room which is part of the ground level clubhouse where there’s also a lounge and kitchen and dining space.

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The 1,920 sqm site last traded for $5.28 million in 2014.

The developer has opted for car share facilities rather than a designated car space per apartment.

“Data shows that car ownership in the suburb of North Melbourne is low and a significant number of apartments do not own a car and the average ownership for larger dwellings is only one vehicle,” the assessment by Traffix Group noted.

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“This is reflective of how accessible the site is and demonstrates how suitable the site is for strategic developments that seek to further reduce the reliance on private motor vehicle.”

As an average rate, the proposal includes a provision of 0.73 spaces per apartment and there are in the order of 30% of apartments proposed without parking. 
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Hayball Architects have designed the building which will consist of 12 one bedroom apartments, 78 two bedroom apartments, 29 three bedroom apartments and a four bedroom penthouse.



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