Fresh off completing Pienza Neutral Bay, developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/central-element">Central Element</a> is preparing its next move in the coveted Lower North Shore suburb.&nbsp;

Central Element (CE) has lodged plans for an eight-storey apartment building at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/54-64-barry-street-neutral-bay-nsw-2089">54–64 Barry Street</a>, a 1,659 sqm site just south of Military Road and the Neutral Bay town centre.

The $52 million development will involve the demolition of four detached homes across four lots to deliver 45 apartments, including eight affordable housing units to be managed by Bridge Housing. The mix will comprise six one-bedroom apartments, 24 two-beds, and 15 three-beds. The apartments will sit above three basement levels with 62 car parking spaces and 50 bicycle spaces.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/mhn-design-union">MHN Design Union</a> (MHNDU) has returned as architect following its work on Pienza, again shaping a mid-rise form with a clear street presence. The design features a lower four-storey podium element that responds to surrounding context, with upper levels recessed to reduce perceived bulk. Communal open space is proposed both at ground level and on the rooftop, the latter including an outdoor kitchen and swimming pool.

“The building has been designed with a lower four-storey element and with building materials commensurate with the character of the area,” Beam Planning noted in its submission to the North Sydney Council.

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Bridge Housing will manage the affordable units for a period of 15 years, as required under the Housing SEPP’s incentive provisions.

MHNDU’s design report further highlights the site's strategic location just 250 metres from key bus stops and 1.3 kilometres from North Sydney CBD, positioning it for transit-accessible housing supply. In their planning justification, the design team emphasised the site’s compatibility with emerging local character and scale.

Central Element has a solid apartment pipeline spread all over Sydney. They recently completed&nbsp;Pienza, 37 apartments just 500 metres away from the new project, and are currently building Ethos Chatswood, Ballamac House in Coogee, and Bianca on the harbour in Drummoyne.

They have plans for future projects in Mosman, Bondi Beach, Greenwich, Lavender Bay, along with a tower on the edge of Hyde Park.

Joel Robinson

First look: Central Element unveils second Neutral Bay apartment project

Real estate investment fund Wentworth Wentworth Equities is soon to launch a "Los Angeles-inspired" residential, leisure and lifestyle precinct in Brisbane’s Hamilton riverside ahead of the predicted Olympic-led population explosion for the city.

Drawing its style inspiration and name from Los Angeles’ renowned The Grove, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/hamilton-grove-19-hercules-street-hamilton-qld-4007">Hamilton Grove</a> will feature three residential towers and a vibrant street-level public precinct with curated luxury lifestyle, retail and dining offerings.

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Wentworth Equities Executive Chairman Sameh Ibrahim said the precinct will be unique in its appeal to both residents and the wider community.

“Hamilton is already one of Brisbane’s most sought-after riverside suburbs and for good reason,” Ibrahim said.

“Where else in the world can you walk out of your front door and have everything you could possibly need at your fingertips? The city is just around the corner, the airport is only ten minutes away, you have the river and green spaces right there and premium retail and dining on your doorstep."

Wentworth Equities acquired the 7637 sqm Hercules St site in 2014, when Ibrahim said he had a "very clear vision" for the precinct, but ultimately it wasn't the right time to develop. He said Hamilton was still very much an "emerging precinct."

“Since then, Hamilton and surrounding suburbs like Ascot and Albion have significantly grown and matured into a precinct that aligns with our vision for Hamilton Grove. Brisbane as a whole has so much to offer in the way of lifestyle appeal, but as it stands it is so widespread – you go to Howard Smith Wharves for fine dining, you go to James Street for shopping, you go to West End to walk along the river – but what if you could go to Hamilton Grove for everything?

“Our vision is a precinct that brings together the best of Brisbane into one central space abundant with culture, class and culinary experience – a place that a lucky few will get to call home, but the rest of Brisbane still get to explore and experience at their leisure.”

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Experienced civil engineering contractor Mainland Civil has been appointed to commence early works for the project, adding Hamilton Grove to their extensive portfolio where it will join other iconic Brisbane developments including Queens Wharf, 300 George Street, Infinity Tower and 1 William Street.

Construction on Tower One is scheduled to commence in early 2026 with completion expected in late 2028.

Fast Facts 
 
• Three residential towers and a vibrant street-level public precinct with curated luxury lifestyle, retail and dining offerings. 
• Construction on Tower One is expected to commence in Quarter One 2026, with completion expected in late 2028. 
• 7,637 square metre site at 19 Hercules St, Hamilton (part of Economic Development Queensland’s 304 hectare Northshore Hamilton Priority Development Area). 
• 61 waterfront residences and skyhomes in the first tower, ranging from two to five bedrooms. 
• Hamiton Grove will be officially launched in March 2026.

"LA-inspired" Hamilton Grove to launch on Brisbane riverside

There’s a quiet patch of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/hawthorn-vic-3122">Hawthorn</a>, between the bustle of Glenferrie Road and the curve of the Yarra, that rarely sees change, and even more rarely, new apartments. But that’s exactly where <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pomeroy-pacific-quattro-corp">PQD</a> is planting Kooyongkoot: a deliberate, 18-residence answer to the question of what downsizers actually want.

“This is something this pocket of Hawthorn has never seen before,” says Fil Gacesa, head of sales at PQD. “<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a> will deliver just 18 large-scale apartments in the heart of Hawthorn. It is the true definition of resort-style living.”

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That scale is central to the story. It’s what allows for two dedicated lift cores, short corridors, and a generous lightcourt that draws natural ventilation and sunlight into every residence. It’s also what makes room for the sort of amenity usually confined to high-density towers: a fully equipped wellness centre with infrared and traditional saunas, yoga and pilates studio, cold therapy shower, and treatment room. There’s a golf simulator, car and dog wash stations, and extensive storage too, not bolted on, but baked in from the start.

But more than the checklist, it’s the design intent that carries weight. “This project has been many years in the making,” says Mark Pomeroy, Director of PQD. “Not just in planning, but in listening, to what our buyers and the local community are looking for”.

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That listening shows up in the materials, oak floors, natural stone, V-ZUG appliances, and in how space is handled. Penthouses feature private rooftop terraces with pools. Terraces and garden residences embrace outdoor connection. Inside, the layouts skew large and open, geared for hosting, not just housing.

Architecturally, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>’s approach is grounded. There’s no reaching for spectacle here. Instead, the building offers a sculptural calm, anchored by landscaping from Eckersley Garden Architecture.&nbsp;

“We wanted to create spaces that feel expansive, serene, and meaningfully connected to daily life,” said founding partner Chris Stribley elsewhere.

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That sentiment, calm, connection, echoes in the location itself. Kooyongkoot sits just a short stroll from Central Gardens, Fairview Park, and the Rivoli Cinema. Tram lines and schools are close, but the street is tucked, quiet, and leaf-lined.&nbsp;

“Residents of Kooyongkoot will be a short stroll from Fairview Park, Central Gardens, and the Glenferrie Road retail strip," Gacesa notes, "but you're also cocooned in this peaceful pocket behind extensive landscaping by Eckersley Garden Architecture.”

Kooyongkoot is set for completion in late 2026.

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Staff Writer

The project that said no to compromise: Inside Kooyongkoot, Hawthorn

When long-time Ivanhoe locals Graeme and Catherine, decided it was time to downsize, they weren’t necessarily in a rush.&nbsp;

Like many in their stage of life, they had started thinking about apartment living, but anticipated making the shift in two to three years.

That timeline changed when they visited <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe">Candela</a>, a new boutique development by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>. The project ticked all the boxes they were looking for: location, quality design, and long-term lifestyle benefits, which prompted them to bring their decision forward.

“It was the right place at the right time,” they said. “We knew immediately it ticked all the boxes, and we didn’t want to wait.”

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Their decision to downsize was driven by a combination of practical needs and lifestyle considerations. Their existing home, while much loved, had become increasingly difficult to maintain. It spanned multiple levels, included extensive front and back gardens, and was starting to show the wear that comes with age.&nbsp;

They were looking for a more manageable lifestyle, one with less upkeep and more freedom. A brand-new apartment with no maintenance requirements and the ability to simply “lock up and leave” gave them peace of mind and a greater sense of control over their future.

Financially, the purchase made sense as well. The available stamp duty savings, strong price-to-value offering, and timing of the settlement suited their plans, making the transition smoother and more cost-effective. The apartment's design and inclusions further supported their choice.

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The layout was both functional and flexible: three bedrooms, a butler’s pantry, a separate laundry, and a large open-plan living area. It gave them the freedom to host a family, accommodate guests, or set up a home office. The expansive balcony and elevated views added to the appeal, providing a sense of openness and connection to the outdoors.

“It just had a really good flow,” Catherine noted, something they found lacking in many other apartments they’d considered, particularly in the established market.

Candela’s boutique scale was another deciding factor. With a smaller number of residences and a top-floor penthouse position, the couple felt the development offered the privacy and space they were looking for, without feeling isolated.

“We liked that it wasn’t a huge development. It felt well-balanced, modern but still with a sense of community, not overwhelming,” they said.

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Equally important was the ability to remain in Ivanhoe, a suburb they know well and have deep roots in. After 46 years in the area, proximity to local parks, shops, and familiar faces mattered just as much as the apartment itself.

“We didn’t want to give up the community we’ve known for decades. Candela allowed us to upgrade our lifestyle while staying in the place we call home.”

With a Walk Score of 90, the village location supports a convenient, connected lifestyle. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Ivanhoe</a> Station is just a eight-minute walk away, and the neighbourhood offers access to parks, cafes, restaurants, and schools along Upper Heidelberg Road, all within easy reach.

Beyond the apartment, the couple also saw value in the broader vision for Candela, one that integrates residential living with public spaces and local amenities.&nbsp;

The development introduces 58 new apartments as well as a mix of commercial and social spaces that integrate contemporary architecture with the suburb’s existing character.&nbsp;

At ground level, residents will find a charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. Meanwhile, the rooftop garden offers a stunning vantage point for residents to enjoy breathtaking sunsets, host gatherings, or enjoy barbecues with family and friends. It's not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community where every moment is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

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Why Ivanhoe locals are choosing to downsize to Candela

Mark and Roy Makari are expanding their presence in Sydney’s South West with a second major proposal for Leppington, this time envisioning a 900-dwelling mixed-use development just 850 metres from their previously lodged tower trio on Fifth Avenue.

Project management and construction management firm Creative Vision filed the plans for the&nbsp;multi-building project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/230-rickard-road-leppington-nsw-2179">230 Rickard Road, Leppington</a>. The proposal seeks to establish a new focal point for the precinct through a high-density, transit-oriented development supported by diverse land uses.

According to the Scoping Report prepared for the Department of Planning, the scheme includes around 900 apartments across multiple towers, including 135 dwellings designated for affordable housing. A mix of market and subsidised apartments will be supported by ground-level activation through retail and office space, a childcare centre, and a hotel, forming a comprehensive urban precinct.

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The Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc-0">Studio SC</a> notes that the project “intends to deliver a high-quality, high-density built form that supports the vision for the Leppington Town Centre, integrating mixed-use outcomes and public domain upgrades.” The development is expected to be delivered in stages, although a precise timeline is yet to be confirmed.

The project will be assessed through a future State Significant Development Application, with the Scoping Report indicating the team will seek design excellence via a competitive process or through an expert design review panel. Early massing diagrams suggest a series of mid- to high-rise buildings framing a central landscaped spine, with emphasis on pedestrian permeability and public space.

The planning documentation flags a strong sustainability agenda, stating that the development will “respond to the urban heat island effect, incorporate water sensitive urban design, and prioritise active transport”.

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The proposal follows in the footsteps of the Makaris’ nearby Fifth Avenue site, where they’ve submitted plans for three towers comprising nearly 500 apartments, with 10 per cent dedicated to affordable housing. That project features commercial podiums, a childcare centre, and a new public park that would occupy more than a third of the site.

Both developments are situated within walking distance of Leppington Train Station and fall under strategic precinct plans promoting higher density housing. The town centre is undergoing substantial transformation, driven by state government planning reforms aimed at fast-tracking housing delivery.

Together, the two projects represent a combined ambition of nearly 1,400 new homes across just under two kilometres of central Leppington.

First look: 900-home mixed-use precinct planned for Leppington

Northbridge

Known for its harbourfront houses and foreshore parks, the lower North Shore is home to some of Sydney’s most exclusive and sought after suburbs.&nbsp;

Once covered in dense forest where no one wanted to live, the area today has transformed into its leafy spectacle, enjoying a tranquillity that almost seems out of place amongst the bustling city.&nbsp;

With the area holding so much appeal, we’ve wrapped up the top apartments currently selling in the lower North Shore.

<h2>Audrey, St Leonards 
Developer: Hyecorp</h2>

Inspired by the lush, green landscape of Newlands Park, Hyecorp’s apartment development, Audrey lands in the heart of St Leonards.&nbsp;

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Located at 13 Canberra Avenue, the 12-storey Audrey has been inspired by the timeless classicism of New York, with SJB handling the designs of the one, two and three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

A number of buyers have taken to the St Leonards project, amalgamating apartments to increase floor space, as the trend continues to boom in the property sector.&nbsp;

The built form of Audrey uses vertical forms with raw and tactile materials to form layers of contrasting elements, playing with light and shade to create a visual distinction between levels and residences.

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Expansive proportions are enhanced by panoramic windows, which fram the surrounding vistas, while sculpted balconies and terraces are home to cascading gardens and planters enhancing the indoor-outdoor, as well as providing sweeping views to the park and Sydney city skyline.

Throughout each apartment, expansive proportions are enhanced by panoramic windows, which frame the surrounding vistas whilst drawing in natural light.

The project also delivers a number of curated communal spaces, reminiscent of luxury hotels around the world, with high-level amenity a signature of Hyecorp’s.&nbsp;

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The expansive sky garden terrace benefits from views across the Sydney skyline and beyond, complete with wood-panelled lounges and dining space, surrounded by lush verdant landscaping, with Audrey also including a pool, spa, training studio, private dining room, music room and a cinema.&nbsp;

<h2>The Lawson Terraces, Naremburn 
Developer: WINIM</h2>

Just a few townhomes remain in WINIM's&nbsp;Naremburn development, The Lawson Terraces.&nbsp;

The&nbsp;wide, north-facing townhomes comprise three-bedroom floorplans with two separate living areas.

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On the edge of the natural landscape, the Terraces work with the landform, taking advantage of the sweeping northern exposure and views.

The renowned architecture firm, Rothelowman were tasked with designing the residences, which feature verdant internal courtyards, connecting the project even further with the environment.&nbsp;

The combination of an internal courtyard and atrium garden provide a lightness and fluidity to the homes, while blurring the line between indoors and outdoors.

The ground floor design of the townhouses provides an additional living room overlooking the internal light-well, which can be tailored to suit individual needs and lifestyle. The adaptable space could be transformed into a home office, cinema room, gym, guest accommodation or an informal living room.

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The remaining townhouses form part of a wider community, with residents to benefit from a landscaped communal garden with direct access to a reserve, along with a pergola-shaded barbecue area, manicured lawns, and a sustainable orchard garden framed by fruit trees.

Construction is currently underway on The Lawson with completion slated for the early months of next year.&nbsp;

<h2>Tierra, Willoughby 
Developer: WINIM</h2>

The group's 16-home Willoughby project, Tierra has a limited number of opportunities remaining as well.&nbsp;

Located at&nbsp;1-5 Warners Avenue, Tierra is currently under construction with over 90 per cent sold.&nbsp;

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WINIM engaged Rothelowman again to design their project, with the Spanish-inspired townhouses comprising a mix of three and four-bedroom floorplans.&nbsp;

Rothelowman's vision was to&nbsp;create a collection of individual homes defined by their detail, layered materiality and strong connection to the outdoor spaces.&nbsp;

While respectful of the area’s heritage and history, Tierra reflects the contemporary evolution of Willoughby.

The architecture and interiors are seamlessly unified by soft curves, while the façade takes on white brickwork and render, which interplays with rich bronze accents.

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A gatehouse and sweeping entrance create an impressive arrival, while shady communal gardens and wide pathways bring a sense of calm and greenery to the site.&nbsp;

Located on the edge of a hillside where Willoughby transitions into leafy Castlecrag, Tierra’s district and tree-top views enhance its relationship to its setting, with nature a clear focus throughout the development.&nbsp;

<h2>Haven, Northbridge&nbsp; 
Developer: Blanc Black</h2>

Located within one of Sydney’s most exclusive conclaves comes Haven Northbridge.&nbsp;

The Blanc Black development launched to the market earlier in the year, delivering the only new apartment opportunity in the exclusive Middle Harbour suburb.&nbsp;

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Blanc Black Director Luke Kim said the vision for Haven was to capture the essence of living with nature.&nbsp;

“The natural amenity of Sailors Bay Creek and the majestic trees provide a tranquil setting for simple yet sophisticated residences. What we have curated here is more than just property - it’s a lifestyle,” Kim said.&nbsp;

The group engaged architecture firm 3EM Architects to work with interior designer Richards Stanisich and landscaper Dangar Barin Smith to create the 11 apartment project, just across the road from Shore Playing Fields.

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Comprising a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, each of the homes will either open to a landscaped garden courtyard or deep balconies, with brick planter boxes which compliment the overall architecture design.&nbsp;

3EM were inspired by the local nature surrounding the Eastern Valley Way site, in an exclusive haven within Northbridge, which inspired the name.

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The amenity was one of the key drivers, everything from cafes and restaurants, to some of Sydney's best schools, as well as the Northbridge Golf Course, Northbridge Sailing Club and Northbridge Baths.

<h2>Nine by Mirvac, Willoughby 
Developer: Mirvac&nbsp;</h2>

ASX-listed Mirvac has also taken to the Lower North Shore recently, delivering a hybrid community to Willoughby.

Nine by Mirvac is located on the grounds of the former Channel Nine studio, with the group dolling out nearly $250 million for the 3.2 hectare site.

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442 apartments will be delivered across the entire community, released in various stages across a number of buildings, with Overture and Montage selling now.&nbsp;

Set alongside leafy Laurina Square and facing the public parkland, Overture is surrounded by greenery.&nbsp;

Standing eight-storeys high, the boutique offering features a range of predominantly two and three-bedroom residences, many with district views, while single level garden residences have generous landscaped courtyards and their own private entry.

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Montage expresses an air of playful exuberance with its lower levels featuring crafted brick in shades of dappled cream, creating a striking contrast to deep bronze balcony detailing.

The residences within the seven-storey building range from open plan one-bedders to a large north facing penthouse featuring a butler’s pantry, wine fridge and bar.&nbsp;

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Adding to its urban appeal, parcel and food delivery lockers are located within Montage and retail is located on the plaza level, in addition to a concierge desk within the impressively large lobby, dialling up the cosmopolitan convenience of the community.&nbsp;

Renewal of the former home of broadcasting will deliver over 6,500 sqm of open space to residents and the Willoughby community, with parks, gardens, a lawn for active play, sheltered barbecues and a children’s playground all penned for the site.&nbsp;

With the area holding so much appeal, we’ve wrapped up the top apartments currently selling in the lower North Shore.



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The top five developments selling on Sydney’s Lower North Shore

Rarely does a brand new apartment development come to market in Northbridge in Sydney&#39;s Lower North Shore, more well known for its harbourfront houses and original apartment blocks.

The recent launch of Haven Northbridge however has given buyers an opportunity to secure a brand new apartment in the exclusive suburb on Middle Harbour, the only brand new project on the market in Northbridge.

Developer Blanc Black have had&nbsp;architecture firm 3EM Architects work with&nbsp;interior designer Richards Stanisich&nbsp;and landscaper Dangar Barin Smith to create Haven Northbridge, a collection of just 11 apartments across the road from Shore Playing Fields.

There is a good mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, which either open to a landscaped garden courtyard or deep balconies with brick planter boxes to compliment the architecture.

3EM were inspired by the local nature surrounding the Eastern Valley Way site, in an exclusive haven within Northbridge, which inspired the name.

Blanc Black Director Luke Kim says the collaboration&nbsp;between the revered trio has resulted in simple yet sophisticated residences in Northbridge.

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Kim says most of the enquiry has come from local downsizers and empty nesters, generally already living in the Lower North Shore.

&quot;The typical scenario is that the downsizer couple have a larger, older house in the Lower North Shore and they are considering downsizing into our apartments because it allows them to stay in the area (in which they love) without compromise to the amenity and high-end living that they are accustomed to but with the added benefit of moving into brand new, boutique residences, which are nestled in a convenient location in the prestigious suburb of Northbridge,&quot; Kim says.

Kim says picking Northbridge was a no brainer. He and his family have lived in Northbridge for a number of years, so he has a deep connection with the area.

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&quot;We chose&nbsp;Northbridge for our flagship, multi-residential project for the same reason we decided to live here,&quot; Kim says.

The amenity was one of the key drivers, everything from cafes and restaurants, to some of Sydney&#39;s best schools, as well as the&nbsp;Northbridge Golf Course, Northbridge Sailing Club and Northbridge Baths.

Kim says the exclusive suburb offers a good blend of being in close proximity and an easy commute to the CBD, while also feeling like you&#39;re in nature, with the abundance of green open spaces, tree-lined streets,&nbsp;and extensive Sailors Bay and Middle Harbour views.

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The Eastern Valley Way&nbsp;site was secured last year.

Kim says he said it is rare to find a site with such serenity and amenity, but convenientialy located close to Sydney CBD, North Sydney CBD and Chatswood BD.

&quot;It is a surreal experience to be on site and surrounded by all the greenery, birds and sounds of water trickling down Sailors Bay Creek, when 5-10 mins ago you were passing the busy CBD and crossing Sydney Harbour Bridge,&quot; Kim says.&nbsp;

&quot;We immediately knew that we would be able to create and curate something beyond a typical apartment project by offering a tranquil lifestyle and experience of living amongst nature and the canopy of trees &ndash; every day.

A builder is expected to be appointed in the coming months, with construction slated for the end of 2022. Completed is expected by late 2023 or early 2024.

Blanc Black have an established track record in the commercial and industrial development space, and expect Haven Northbridge to be the first of many multi-residential projects.

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3EM were inspired by the local nature surrounding the Eastern Valley Way site, in an exclusive haven within Northbridge, which inspired the name

Blanc Black launch first apartment development, Haven Northbridge

Sydney property fund manager and developer, WINIM, has secured a 2,052 sqm site in Northbridge, taking its North Shore portfolio to six boutique residential developments.

The local North Shore developer is set to create a development with a mix of apartments and developments at 46-48a Eastern Valley Way, opposite Shore Playing Fields.

WINIM joint managing director Josh Leahy said the site is ideal for residential as it is within easy walking distance to Northbridge Plaza, Sailors Bay and Warners Park.

He said the residences will be highly sought after by families, resizers or those looking for a luxury house-sized property with minimal maintenance and state of the art finishes.

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&ldquo;We engage with our customers from their first meeting with the sales agent. From monthly purchaser updates to quarterly site walks with the team, our customers are, as they should be, a key part of their property&rsquo;s journey.

WINIM&rsquo;s other North Shore projects have seen strong sales from local downsizers or right- sizers over the past six months at an average price of $2.5 million per property.

Set to feature striking, contemporary exterior and interior designs by local architect Rothelowman, WINIM&rsquo;s Northbridge project builds on the group&rsquo;s existing stable of premium, boutique North Shore holdings &ndash; carefully chosen, strategically located, high end properties including OTTO Cremorne and The Terraces Willoughby.

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Rothelowman principal architect Ben Pomroy said terraces or townhomes are highly sought after all over Sydney but particularly on the North Shore where space is at a premium.

&ldquo;Along with all of our previous projects for WINIM, a key feature of several of the residences will include private open spaces maximising privacy, lifestyle and entertainment options,&rdquo; he said.

Following the development application approval, the project will be brought to market in late 2021.

&ldquo;Sydney&rsquo;s Lower North Shore is a key part of our residential strategy to develop premium, bespoke, well-conceived owner-occupier projects featuring exceptional design, located in prime tightly held pockets such as Northbridge,&rdquo; Mr Leahy said.

&ldquo;As our sixth residential project to get underway on the Lower North Shore, Northbridge is a significant landmark project which will greatly contribute to the undersupply of premium owner-occupier dwellings in the suburb.&rdquo;

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WINIM history

Established by Josh Leahy and Joint Managing Director Justin Kuiters in 2010, WINIM has a history of successfully delivering large-scale master plans, retail complexes, mixed use sites and educational projects. A key focus of the business is delivering high quality Lower North Shore residential properties to existing valued and new customers.

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WINIM joint managing director Josh Leahy said the residences will be highly sought after by families, resizers or those looking for a luxury house-sized property with minimal maintenance.



Find out where Sydney developer WINIM has secured its next project

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The five-storey longtime Northbridge home of the late former prime minister Bob Hawke and his wife Blanche d’Alpuget was touted as having been sold for about $15 million.
But the price on settlement emerged as $9.2 million.
Hawke and his then-wife Hazel paid $1.23 million for the three-bedroom knockdown overlooking Sugarloaf Bay in 1991, just seven months before he lost the top job to Paul Keating.
After their marriage ended, the property was kept by Bob and transferred to Blanche’s name in 1999.
Blanche has bought in One30 Hyde Park development for $3.6 million.
This article first appeared in The Daily Telegraph. 
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Bob Hawke's Northbridge home sells at $9.2 million, not $15 million

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McGrath Limited have announced that prestige agent Rose Farina has joined McGrath, as the company acquired her rent roll and business (currently operating as Ray White Northbridge), located in Sydney’s Northbridge region of the Lower North Shore.
CEO Geoff Lucas (pictured middle) said attracting highly respected agents is a strong indicator of continued influence of the McGrath brand.
“Northbridge is an important component of the Lower North Shore market."
He said the acquisition was an "excellent example of prime residential and aspirational family precincts that are part of a continued focus for McGrath and its prominence in this desirable region of Sydney.”
It would supplement the new McGrath offices in Mosman, Willoughby and Castle Cove as well as the company’s well established Crows Nest operation.
Ms Farina (pictured right) has over 25 years experience in the real estate industry, beginning her career as an interior designer. She first honed her negotiating skills with well respected agent Deborah Kerr.
Rose has worked in the local area for 10 years, and together with agents Denise Woo and Jeff Woo, will continue their customer centric approach to selling homes under McGrath.
Outstanding sales in the past twelve months include a record $12.6 million achieved for a 4 bedroom waterfront at 11 Minimbah Road, Northbridge; and more recently the 5 bedroom home at 13 Marana Road that sold after one week for $3,070,000; and an off market $4,535,000 for 3 Weetalibah Road, Northbridge.
McGrath’s presence in the Northbridge area is serviced by existing McGrath agents Alon Beran and Harriet Halmarick and the addition of Rose, Jeff and Denise will reinforce the company’s commitment to the area.
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McGrath Northbridge will be located at 2/155 Sailors Bay Rd, Northbridge.
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Ray White Northbridge's Rose Farina joins McGrath as agency boosts rent roll

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A currently-vacant Northbridge shopfront and office block has come onto the market for the first time in almost a decade.
Located at 146 Sailors Bay Road, the land parcel comprises of 234 square metres.
The building, which operated as Di Jones Northbridge, features 160 square metres across two levels (85 square metres on the ground floor and 75 square metres on the first floor).
There are three bathrooms.
Layout can be changed to divided the listing and provide separate first floor access.
There is also parking for five cars at the rear.
It previously sold in 2011 for $1,325,000.
Paul Hunter, from JLL Sydney, listed the property.
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Vacated Di Jones Northbridge office listed for sale

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Northbridge is a highly regarded suburb with a mix of housing styles, with the most prestigious properties positioned on waterfront land and orientated to incorporate expansive Middle Harbour views, according to a recent Herron Todd White (HTW) residential report. 
Northbridge is an established suburb located approximately 6.5 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, on Sydney’s Lower North Shore.
On the affordability scale, Northbridge does not often get a mention, having a median house price in 2019 of $3.2 million, according to CoreLogic data. 
"It must be noted however that this median price is down from $3.49 million in 2017, although still not quite in the affordable category for the majority," says the valuation firm. 
"Obviously some serious sacrifices are going to have to be made if you want to live in Northbridge on a beer budget. Waterfront positioning and expansive water views are out of the question, with thoroughfare roads and dated dwellings being the compromises that will have to be made." 
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A very recent sale occurred in Northbridge in January of this year which presents a very good example of such a property.<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-northbridge-129262682" target="_blank"> 27 Strathallen Avenue, Northbridge</a> (pictured above) sold on 23 January 2019 for $1.7 million after being on the market for a reported 140 days (RP Data).
 Strathallen Avenue is a main thoroughfare and the sale comprised a dated circa 1920 dwelling in need of a full renovation. It is also noted that the allotment of this property is of slightly irregular shape and is terraced at the rear, reducing the overall usability of the land.
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"Entry level properties within such a well-regarded suburb, such as 27 Strathallen Avenue at almost half of the median price in Northbridge, surely must have long-term prospects," says the valuation firm. 
The main thoroughfare cannot be removed, but the allotment could be better utilised with development of the dwelling to incorporate the above-mentioned irregularities. There is also rear street access to the property, reducing the access issues of being positioned on a main road and also providing the potential to add a studio at the rear (subject to council approval).
"If these positive attributes can be capitalised upon, then it is worth making the sacrifices to be within this champagne suburb on a beer budget," they concluded.
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Entry level properties within Northbridge have long term prospects: HTW residential

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The five storey longtime Northbridge home of the former Australian prime minister Bob Hawke and his wife Blanche d’Alpuget has been sold reportedly for around $15 million.
Hawke and his then wife Hazel paid $1.23 million for the three bedroom knockdown house overlooking Sugarloaf Bay in 1991, just seven months before he lost the prime ministership to Paul Keating who suggested at the time it signalled Hawke was preparing to move on from the top job.
During construction on the 960 sqm block, the Hawkes stayed at Birchgrove in the townhouse of adman John Singleton and then lived at the then Ritz Carlton Hotel in Double Bay. It was completed in late 1993.
In 2013 Australia’s longest-serving Labor Prime Minister secured Willoughby Council approval for his plans for a rooftop pergola, decking and synthetic turf entertaining area able to be used as a putting green.
After their marriage ended the property was kept by Bob Hawke and transferred in Blanche’s name in 1999.
No estate agent has yet taken credit for the sale - or its reported price by Domain - which ranks as the third highest in Northbridge, behind a $21 million top sale from 2017.
Selling agent Chris Downie of Richardson &amp; Wrench Northbridge declined to comment on the sale.
The house set on the north shore’s Middle Harbour was constructed on a bushy block with views from one of the suburb’s best streets.
The original modest three-bedroom brick house came with jetty, sandy beach and harbour pool.
Hawke and his then wife, Hazel had sold their 1940s Melbourne home in Sandringham in 1986 for $430,000, three years after the family moved to The Lodge in 1983.
Hawke, Australia’s 24th Prime Minister, was born in South Australia’s Bordertown in 1929 and lived there until 1935.
The downsizing couple secured their whisper quiet off market sale with plans to soon relocate to an apartment overlooking Hyde Park in the Sydney CBD. Hawke, who turned 89 last December, has said his health has been “terrible.”
They are believed to have bought in the One30 Hyde Park development where off the plan settlements are due in coming weeks.
The couple borrowed $4.25 million using the Minibah Road Northbridge home as collateral for the financing of the switch.
The 38-storey tower has been developed by Hong Kong-listed developer Aoyuan Property Group in a joint venture with Ecove, the developer behind the controversial Opal Tower building at Olympic Park.
Developer Aoyuan International subsequently sought assurances of quality of the build at One30 Hyde Park at 130 Elizabeth Street. 
Prices in the luxury development started for two-bedroom apartments from $2.1 million and three-bedrooms starting at $3.1 million.
News of the move comes shortly before d’Alpuget’s next book, The Lions’ Torment is published, which her agent described as “Game of Thrones meets Hilary Mantel”.
This article was first published in the Daily Telegraph.
 
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Bob Hawke sells Northbridge home

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The Paolucci Group, one of Western Australia’s large property owners, has moved to sell a prized piece of real estate in the heart of Northbridge.
Located directly opposite Perth City Link and the recently opened Yagan Square, the property at 189–199 William Street is touted as being one of the most highly anticipated development opportunities, forming an integral part of the repositioning of Perth’s urban core. 
The 3,721sqm mixed use site is slated for a transformational development, consisting of two 29-storey towers and one 14-storey tower – home to some 190 residential apartments, 127 hotel rooms, retail, food &amp; beverage amenity and public open space. 
The proposed project, designed by international architects HASSELL, holds potential to create a pedestrian thoroughfare connecting William Street, James Street, Nick’s Lane and Roe Street - becoming the new epicentre of Northbridge. 
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CBRE’s Aaron Desange and Kate Foley are marketing the project on behalf of The Paolucci Group, who has owned the site for 12 years. 
“The opportunity to acquire a privately-owned site of this scale and in this location – which is not a State Government release is truly rare and unlikely to be repeated in the near future," Desange said.
"This is an opportunity to undertake what will be a multi-generational development with long-lasting significance in Perth’s most desirable and fastest evolving urban precinct,” Mr Desange said. 
The property is currently known as Arcade 189 and comprises a two-storey arcade incorporating ground floor retail and food &amp; beverage. 
Tenants include Ezra Pound, No Mafia and Taylorweir International School of Hairdressing on the upper level, in addition to an 89-bay Wilson carpark. The fully leased property provides an annual income of over $1.5 million with a WALE of 3.5 years. 
CBRE selling agent Kate Foley said the opportunity would attract interest from a wide range of buyers, including offshore and domestic developers. 
“The site’s position opposite one of Perth’s largest redevelopment projects, Perth City Link – connecting the city to Northbridge for the first time in 100 years – is a unique opportunity that we expect will be strongly contested,” Foley said. 
“We anticipate strong interest from Asian groups given the attractive holding income, central location, landmark nature of the site and significant scale of development potential. 
"These offshore groups are highly active in the Perth market, with groups from Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong – all having secured landmark development sites already.” 
Desange said a number of these groups from Asia are solely interested in the ability to develop premium sites that are then held generationally.
“Market participation for prime sites is generating significant competition among buyers who recognise an opportune time to secure land and benefit from future growth in the Perth market.  Additionally, a number of these offshore parties have access to large amounts of pent up capital and are forming joint venture partnerships with local developers to bolster their onshore expertise.” 
 
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Northbridge development site in WA at heart of suburb's revitalization

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The latest Northbridge prestige offering comes with jetty and deepwater mooring which is not affected by Middle Harbour tides.
It can accommodate a 27 foot motor cruiser or yacht at the bottom of tiered native gardens.  
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-northbridge-126988726" target="_blank">The three storey, six bedroom home</a> sits on 2,042 sqm with the grounds coming with a championship sized synthetic grass tennis court which was designed in consultation with champion Mark Edmondson.
The Dorset Road home's lower level is dedicated to recreation including full kitchen and billiard room leading out to the pool and alfresco area.
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"Entertaining here is a breeze," says Christie's International listing agent Martin Ross.
The cul-de-sac abuts Northbridge Golf Club and virgin native bushland. 
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