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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Norwest

Sydney-based developer Haitchin Group has officially commenced construction on the residential part of their Norwest mixed-use development, Infinity Park.

Infinity Park comprises three distinct residential buildings which will home 290 apartments.

The tallest tower, Marquee, at 25 levels, is accompanied by two five-level, low-rise buildings Alpha and Omega. Alpha and Omega will offer the most premium two and three-bedroom apartments in the precinct.

The three buildings are expected to complete half way through 2025. Construction company CJCA is handling the build.

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Adjacent to the residential buildings is a seven-level commercial tower which have 95 strata commercial suites and a 193 sqm rooftop fine-dining restaurant led by acclaimed chef Joshua Mason.

Construction on the commercial tower commenced in September 2022, and that's slated for completion in April 2024.

Situated atop Norwest's highest point, Infinity Park boasts panoramic views of The Hills District. The development will be anchored by a tropical lagoon-style swimming pool, the largest of its kind in Norwest.

Designed by Turner, Infinity Park comprises one, two and three-bedroom apartments which start at $630,000.

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Haitchin Group's General Manager Robert Tasevski said Infinity Park offers an enviable lifestyle, with a major drawcard being within walking distance of the picturesque Castle Hill Country Club.

"Our generously-sized apartments and balconies are designed with downsizers and those seeking more space than the average Sydney apartment in mind," Tasevski says.

"The larger two and three-bedroom apartments will cater to local downsizers looking for a stunning new home, close to all amenities, including the Castle Hill Country Club, Norwest Metro station, Norwest Shopping Centre, and local schools."

Tasevski said through the delivery of Infinity Park, their vision is to contribute to the long-term development of Norwest, providing an ideal opportunity for local downsizers and professional families to upgrade or rightsize.

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David Inkster, Director of PRD Norwest, said Norwest is undeniably one of Sydney's fastest-growing suburbs, with several hundred apartments currently under construction or set to begin soon.

"Once these projects are completed, there will be no further opportunity to purchase," Inkster says.

"Infinity Park stands out as one of the most premium mixed-use communities in Norwest. The project has already generated strong interest, particularly among local downsizers who recognise the unique opportunity it presents."&nbsp;

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Infinity Park comprises three distinct residential buildings which will home 290 apartments

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Construction commences on Infinity Park apartment development in Sydney's Norwest 

Sekisui House Australia has secured development approval for their largest stage of their $1 billion masterplanned community, The Orchards in Norwest.

The masterplan, designed by Turner Studio, is spread across five stages, with 1,300 apartments planned for the community. The recently approved stage, Veue, is the fourth stage.

Veue will span six buildings ranging from nine to 22 storeys, comprising 583 nature-inspired apartments.

The Japanese-inspired buildings have been crafted in collaboration with Crone Architects, with the design incorporating a vertical green spine complemented by an open landscaped recreational central core, which will connect residents to parklands that extend from the eastern part of the site all the way to the creek in the west.

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Crone's Design Principal, Julian Venning said Veue's design vision compliments The Orchards natural surrounds, where the connection to the landscape and nature has been maximised.&nbsp;

"The green of the gardens is drawn into the resident experience. A sense of wellness is promoted in the design within the wonderful natural environment. A place to return to from the fast pace of the city to a garden setting for which Baulkham Hills is renowned," Venning said.&nbsp;

Strategically positioned just 600 metres from Norwest Metro Train Station, and a short stroll from Norwest Marketown and Norwest Business Park, the latest addition to the community has been met with strong buyer demand. Recently hosting a grand public launch for Veue, Sekisui achieved over 50 sales totalling more than $63 million, demonstrating the strength of the suburb, and Sydney in general.&nbsp;

Sales Manager at The Orchards, David Lee, said local buyers accounted for over 60 percent of the purchases, with the remaining coming from over 15 Sydney suburbs.&nbsp;

“There was a diverse mix of buyers from owner-occupiers and downsizers to first home buyers and renewed interest from overseas investors from South-East Asia. This cohort of purchasers recognise the benefits of buying in a well-located area such as Norwest, a north-west growth suburb,” Lee said.&nbsp;

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“The allure of Veue’s distinctive design elements, premium finishes, and Sekisui House’s renowned reputation for delivering high-end luxury apartments played pivotal roles in securing owner-occupier sales. Upsizers and empty nesters looking to downsize and use the equity from their homes to move into a ‘lock-up’ and leave luxury apartment represented several apartment sales.”

Lee said the&nbsp;northerly views overlooking Castle Hill Country Club, Norwest Lakes to the south and the Blue Mountains to the west also captured buyer interest.

Floor-to-ceiling glazing will help capture the panoramic nature views on offer, while optional interior schemes including diverse materials and tonal finishes, oversized balconies on the upper levels, and EV charging within the carpark, have all been driving forces behind the strong interest shown in Veue.&nbsp;

Future residents are also set to benefit from an on-site wellness centre, complete with a gym and pool which is directly connected to the garden. A 100-person communal function centre will also been on offer, as well as concierge services.&nbsp;

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The masterplan, designed by Turner Studio, is spread across five stages, with 1,300 apartments planned for the community.

Sekisui greenlit for Veue, the next stage of The Orchards, Norwest masterplan

Sekisui House Australia is launching the next stage of its Norwest masterplanned community, The Orchards.

The newest stage, Veue Central, will bring a further 210 apartments to the precinct, following the successful sell-outs of Imperial and Aire.

Vueue is the fourth stage of The Orchards, with apartments in Lumia and Lux also currently selling.

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Designed by the renowned Crone Architects, Veue Central will boast a diverse selection of light-filled apartments that epitomise modern living at its finest. From one-bedroom units to spacious four-bedroom residences, the stage four release at The Orchards will encompass a total of 210 apartments.

Situated within the heart of Norwest, residents will enjoy the luxury of convenience right at their doorstep. With a host of amenities and services within easy reach, this development offers a truly connected lifestyle.

Each apartment has been thoughtfully designed to maximise natural light and provide an open, spacious ambiance. The interiors boast contemporary finishes, sleek fixtures, and high-quality materials, ensuring a modern and comfortable living experience.

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Beyond the walls of these stylish apartments, residents will have access to an array of communal spaces and recreational facilities. Residents will be able to immerse themselves in the lush green surroundings, parklands and landscaped communal areas.&nbsp;

There's a limited supply of one, two and three-bedroom apartments remaining in the third stage Lumia and Lumia Lux, with prices starting from&nbsp;$640,000.

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Vueue is the fourth stage of The Orchards, with apartments in Lumia and Lux currently selling.



Sekisui launch fourth stage at Norwest masterplanned community, The Orchards

Investor demand for off the plan property in Norwest has spiked in recent months, PRD Norwest Director David Inkster says.

Inkster is managing sales at Haitchin Group's Infinity Park, where he's secured a number of sales to those taking a longer term view of the market.

“Despite 12 interest rate rises in the past 13 months and several more expected later this year, off-the-plan sales remain strong at&nbsp;Infinity Park Norwest, particularly from local downsizers looking to upgrade on lifestyle, investors or investors-occupiers,” he says.

He noted that decreasing future stock levels, strong capital growth and rentals in a high-employment area are driving investors to take a longer-term view.

A recent Market Outlook report by research group Urbis&nbsp;found that the continued growth and development of Norwest, coupled with infrastructure investment in Sydney’s northwest, continues to drive demand.

Norwest has continued to attract affluent residents with the Norwest Business Park providing employment opportunities and a high level of resident amenity, the report found.

Inkster said the Norwest residential precinct is running out of apartments for sale (less than half are left), with purchasing off the plan the only option remaining.

The Turner-designed Infinity Park, which secured development approval in&nbsp;2019 and its construction certificate in 2023, will comprise 287 apartments across three residential buildings.

The project consists of a 25-storey tower,&nbsp;Marque, along with two five-storey low rise buildings, Alpha&nbsp;and&nbsp;Omega, comprising the most premium two and three-bedroom apartments in the Infinity Park development.

Situated on the most elevated point of Norwest, the project will feature a tropical lagoon-style swimming pool and rooftop outdoor dining communal areas.

Prices at Infinity Park start from $630,000.

Haitchin Group’s General Manager, Robert Tasevski, said one of Infinity Park’s greatest selling points is the enviable lifestyle it will offer residents, positioned within walking distance to the picturesque Castle Hill Country Club, with meticulously designed, generously-sized apartments and expansive balconies.

“The project will capture some of the most far-reaching sweeping views of the Hills district, east of the Sydney CBD and west to the Blue Mountains,” he said.

The residential component of Infinity Park will soon start construction and is due for completion in mid-2025.

A recent Market Outlook report by research group Urbis found that the continued growth and development of Norwest, coupled with infrastructure investment in Sydney’s northwest, continues to drive demand

Off the plan apartment investors descend on Norwest

Two towers are set to be constructed in the first stage of Mulpha’s masterplanned community, Norwest Quarter.&nbsp;

Lacebark will deliver 81 apartments upon completion, sitting alongside the Banksia tower with 103 apartments,&nbsp;with a total of 184 apartments penned for the site. The towers will also sit alongside more than 3,000 sqm of specially curated and sustainably led retail and commercial space including a full-floor commercial gym, fresh food grocer, medical services and restaurants.&nbsp;

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Designed by Smart Design Studio, Lacebark will comprises generously sized one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, along with three-bedroom penthouses, all with curved balconies and angled blades, designed to bring in more sunlight in the winter and protection from the sun in the summer.

Both towers will bring a suite of amenity along with them, which residents of either will be able to utilise. Lacebark is set to include a resident’s lounge and a communal garden, complete with a kitchen, sundeck, and barbecues, while Banksia will home a private podium rooftop sanctuary, complete with a pool, day-beds, a native garden, community veggie patch, and an additional resident’s lounge.

Strong interest in the apartments has seen over a third of the first apartments released off the plan selling in the first two weeks to a mix of owner occupiers, including young families, and local investors.

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Mulpha Head of Developments, Tim Spencer said people will choose to live at Norwest Quarter for the opportunity to be part of a community aiming for a better future, targeting 100 percent renewable energy, reduced waste, and efficient use of resources including water.”

“The design of both buildings far exceeds standard sustainability regulations with best practice passive design principles and high-performance environmental initiatives throughout,” Spencer said.&nbsp;

An open public plaza will link the two buildings together, with a wild botanical garden, as well as an amphitheatre, timber walkways, water and wild play for children, decked areas and seating, with the plaza contributing to the 70 percent of open green space within the 
precinct.

Apartments in Norwest Quarter will consume two thirds less energy than a typical apartment, and one third less water from the grid.

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Due to the strong sustainability credentials of the apartments, purchasers may also be eligible for discounted green mortgages, potentially providing a lower interest rate on their mortgage.

Both buildings will also feature rooftop solar panels, electric vehicle charging with fast charges, and high-performance, centralised air-conditioning.&nbsp;

Apartments will benefit from high efficiency lighting and appliances, and are 100 per cent electric with induction cooktops and electric hot water.

Sitting just 400 metres from Norwest Metro Station, Norwest Quarter will transform over 3.8 hectares of greenfield land into a vibrant village centre for over 2,000 residents upon completion. There will be nine residential towers containing 864 apartments, with 6,000 sqm of space allotted for cafes, restaurants, neighbourhood shops and childcare facilities.

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Inside Lacebark: One of two towers in the Norwest Quarter's first stage

The first stage of the latest masterplanned community to hit the north-west of Sydney is in full swing.

Mulpha’s Norwest Quarter will bring nine unique towers to the Norwest site, with each showcasing an innovative architectural design and ecological advances. Built in contrasting heights and shapes, the buildings will be well separated for privacy, yet thoughtfully connected to the community and neighbourhood through scenic landscaping and impressive amenities.&nbsp;

One of the first two buildings to be constructed in the nature-driven community is the Banksia tower.

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Designed by Bates Smart, Banksia celebrates the traditional name for Australia’s Banksia or Wadanggari tree, offering an array of apartment types, atop an activated ground floor boasting a range of shops, eateries, and a gym.

“Positioned around a public plaza filled with native flowers and plants, it’s a destination that unites you with the environment by prioritising outdoor spaces everywhere you turn,” Mulpha say.&nbsp;

Each Banksia floor is a perfect square with apartments arranged around a central core, so everyone enjoys lake, golf course or Blue Mountain views. Corner apartments enjoy aspects in three directions, while single-aspect apartments have been designed to maximise sunlight.

Tall doors open to expansive balcony living, creating a seamless extension to your indoor space, while generous balconies fringed with lush, cascading greenery are angled, ensuring privacy while steeping your indoor-outdoor living in sunlight, and fresh air.

Being nature-driven in design, a number of sustainable and environmentally-friendly initiatives have been included in each of the Banksia residences, including low-maintenance LED lighting, efficient water fittings and appliances, induction cooktops that heat up faster than gas and use less energy, electric hot water, and high-performance, centralised air con.

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On top of the amenity across the ground floor, Banksia is crowned by a private podium rooftop sanctuary, complete with a pool, day-beds, a native garden, community veggie patch, and a resident’s lounge. Banksia also boasts its own lobby library, where residents can share and swap books as they please, while also providing a quiet study/workplace nook within the building. Additionally a number of bookable spaces are also provided, including a private dining room, bar, and office nooks.&nbsp;

The community experience is at the forefront of Norwest Quarter’s design. Art-laden hallways connect each of the spaces, with a share-and-repair shed on site, along with dog washing amenities and car-sharing.&nbsp;

Located just 400-metres from the Norwest Metro Station, Banksia will be joined by the Lacebark building in the first stage, which will deliver additional amenity for Banksia residents to utilise.&nbsp;

184 residences are set to be delivered across the two buildings, with more than 3,000 sqm of specially curated amenity and sustainably led retail and commercial space, including a fresh food grocer and medical services.&nbsp;

Strong interest in the apartments has seen over a third of the first residences released off the plan, selling in the first two weeks to a mix of owner occupiers, including young families, and local investors.&nbsp;

A mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments are still remaining, with completion slated for early 2025.&nbsp;

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A look inside Banksia: One of two towers in Norwest Quarter's first stage 

Sekisui House Australia are taking on one of Sydney's fastest growing areas in their latest residential development.&nbsp;

The Orchards is set to rejuvenate the urban side of Norwest, with the significant masterplanned community to be home to 1300 apartments, spread across five release stages throughout the 8.1 hectare site.&nbsp;

Lumia is the third stage of apartments to be released in the community, with the previous releases all entirely sold out.&nbsp;

Prospective buyers can currently secure a new apartment in The Orchards with just a one per cent deposit.&nbsp;

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Designed for buyers who value privacy and community, green spaces and location, Lumia has been designed by the architects at Turner, offering a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp; 
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330 residences will be constructed in total, with the range of apartment sizes and multiple designs and layouts stylised to target a broad demographic of buyers.

The apartments will maximise on natural daylight and solar access throughout the open living spaces and external areas, with a large selection also offering additional max spaces. A max space apartment features an additional space that has been functionally designed as a multi-purpose room, to meet everyone's individual needs, be it a study space, workspace or a nursery.&nbsp;

With a variety of outdoor spaces ranging from the landscaped podium at the centre of development to cycleways, pedestrian paths, a linear park, a residents only communal courtyard garden and heated pool and outdoor dining facilities, resident’s will be at home to a pursuit of recreational amenity.&nbsp;

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The publicly accessible park will transition through the landscaped podium to the private Lumia open spaces, surrounding residents in lush planting and detailed landscaping that both complement and enhance the surroundings, while the pedestrian and cycleways will also connect the separate elements of the precinct with areas that provide a mix of active and passive spaces.

Site Image Landscape Architects were given the reins in designing the green spaces, with the new linear park situated along the boundary of Lumia, connecting the site to the whole of The Orchards.

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Inside Lumia: The latest apartments to rise in The Orchards 

Norwest parent developer Mulpha and the University of NSW Built Environment School have released the results of a two-year research study aimed at understanding how the Norwest precinct handles heat and assessing ways to mitigate its impact through smart building, infrastructure and landscape design.

The target of the project is to lower the local Urban Heat Island Effect (UHIE) by two degrees, which will deliver significant cost savings and health benefits to the businesses, residents and visitors to Norwest.

Urban Heat islands form as vegetation is replaced by asphalt and concrete for roads, buildings, and other structures necessary to accommodate growing populations. These surfaces absorb and re-radiate the sun’s heat, causing surface temperatures and overall ambient temperatures to rise.

Mulpha has adopted an urban heat response to minimise heat build-up in its Norwest developments, including its zero-carbon development Norwest Quarter.&nbsp;

Head of Developments, Tim Spencer said the design considerations adopted at an early-stage in any development will have a major impact on the climate variability and liveability in urban environments such as Norwest.

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“We are excited to be collaborating with some of the leading thinkers and bright young minds of UNSW to really understand the Norwest micro-climate and how we can influence it with good planning and design," he said.

“Effective collection of on-the-ground data and analysis by world leading experts is central to our vision for Norwest as a Smart City that leads the way in urban design."

“A more liveable urban environment is also a better business and living environment that can deliver energy cost savings and ensure Norwest is a place where people enjoy being and giving their best, as well as being a great place to live and work in all respects."

“Only through collaboration are we going to be able to realise a liveable precinct, so by sharing this knowledge we hope other developers and even homeowners will take steps to assist in lowering the urban heat in Norwest,” Spencer added.&nbsp;

As the Hills only zero carbon precinct, sustainability and an environmentally-friendly design has been at the forefront of Mulpha’s Norwest Quarter development.&nbsp;

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The buildings have been designed to use light coloured materials throughout for high solar reflectivity, as well as using awnings, screens and external shading structures.

To reduce heat in Norwest, there is also the plan for substantial rewilding of the land surface, with a high percentage of deep soil planting and canopy cover, tree planting in both private and public spaces, and water features established throughout the precinct.

Over 70 per cent of the project is dedicated to green, open spaces, which will only bolster the effects of the new plan, with 2,000 residents expected to call Norwest Quarter home upon completion.&nbsp;

According to the NSW and ACT Regional Climate Modelling (NARCLiM), Sydney is expected to experience an increase in average maximum and minimum temperature for all seasons in the future, reflecting the broader phenomenon of global warming.

A Norwest-specific urban cooling guide has been published this week for the benefit of all developers and design practitioners working in Norwest to understand urban overheating and introduce suitable cooling strategies. This will improve the performance of developments, create a more liveable environment and address the challenges of climate change at a local level.

This marks the culmination of two years of monitoring and analysing Norwest’s microclimate from a network of 15 environmental sensors around the Norwest precinct to determine how the precinct performs now as well as how it will develop as the climate continues to change.

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Dr Negin Nazarian, Scientia Senior Lecturer, UNSW Built Environment, said heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe, which has serious consequences for public health, liveability and functionality of urban environments.

“Heatwaves in Australia kill more people than any other natural disaster, Nazarian said.&nbsp;

“With the increased rate of urban development, city and precinct scale climate is dramatically changed, resulting in additional warmth brought about by the urban heat island effect.

“It is paramount that we understand and closely monitor not only the climatic factors, but also the urban design characteristics that impact human health and well-being in the face of such heat events, and further promote smart city strategies to address this.”

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The buildings have been designed to use light coloured materials throughout for high solar reflectivity, as well as using awnings, screens and external shading structures.

Mulpha and UNSW release plan to reduce urban heat in Norwest by two degrees

Creating a sustainable and nature-centred community was the focus for Mulpha when developing Norwest Quarter.&nbsp;

The first stage of the masterplan is being delivered in collaboration, with landscaping firm Aspect Studios, urban designers Terroir and environmental sustainability firm Finding Infinity, on board for the project north-west of the CBD.

Located within 400 metres of the Norwest Metro Station, two residential apartment buildings will first be constructed, along with more than 3,500 sqm of specially curated retail and commercial space that aims to house a full-floor commercial gym, fresh food grocer, medical services, and restaurants.

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The slender residential towers with their small building footprints will allow for 70 percent of the site to be used for landscaping and amenity, setting a new benchmark in integrated urban design and community making.&nbsp;

Gently sloping landscaped grounds with scattered shade trees will lead up the stairs at the entry of Norwest Quarter to an open-air plaza with retail and outdoor dining, a nature based, informal play area, an amphitheatre for community events, and other landscaped areas.

“Our holistic approach to hassle-free, sustainable change extends to everything on site. We make it easy to access all the services you, your neighbours, visiting friends and family, and the local community might need,” said Mulpha.

Designed around mother nature, Norwest Quarter is home to an abundance of green open spaces, with outdoor seating, allowing residents to make the most of the connected outdoors.&nbsp;

Gracing the Podium’s lower ground level is the soaring Market Hall.

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The retail area plans to house a curated mix of eateries, fine dining, services, and shops, with the thread of sustainability weaving its way through every aspect of the site.&nbsp;

Norwest Quarter hopes to attract retailers that champion a sustainable supply chain and advocate local produce, plastic-free retailing, zero waste and ethically sourced goods.

“By thinking through each element — such as reusable or BYO containers for bulk foods or take away, we can help protect the planet we love.”

The precinct will also feature communal gardens, home to organic vegetables gardens and worm farms, along with beehives producing Norwest Quarter honey.&nbsp;Bush care, beekeeping and gardening groups will also be setup within the community, which will be welcome for any interested resident to join.&nbsp;

With so much going on, Mulpha has designed a way for residents to stay connected to what’s going on with the Norwest Quarter community app.&nbsp;Residents will be able to download events to their personal calendar, make bookings, get alerts for local happenings, and even log native bird and animal sightings.

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When complete, the Norwest Quarter masterplan will transform over 3.8 hectares of greenfield land into a vibrant village centre for over 2,000 residents.

Nine residential towers will be constructed within the community, with 864 apartments set to be delivered, along with 6,000 sqm of space provided for cafes, restaurants, neighbourhood shops and childcare facilities.

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The slender residential towers with their small building footprints will allow for 70 percent of the site to be used for landscaping and amenity, setting a new benchmark in integrated urban design and community making. 

A look around the nature-centred community at Norwest Quarter 

The first sod of soil has officially been turned at Mulpha’s $1 billion zero-carbon, masterplanned community Norwest Quarter in Sydney’s Hills district.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Construction on the first stage of Norwest Quarter will include two residential apartment buildings, Banksia and Lacebark, with a total of 196 apartment, and more than 3,500 sqm of sustainably-led retail and commercial space which is set to include a full-floor commercial gym, fresh food grocer, medical services and restaurants.

Each apartment in Norwest Quarter will consume two thirds less energy than a typical code compliant apartment and will underpin residents’ aspirations for zero carbon living at up to 25 per cent less cost.&nbsp;

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Mulpha Head of Developments, Tim Spencer, said the ground-breaking ceremony was an opportunity to celebrate this important milestone with all the people involved in the development and construction process, including builder Parkview Construction, architects Bates Smart and Smart Design Studio, environmental sustainability firm Finding Infinity, landscaping architect Aspect Studios and urban designers Terroir.

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“After working extensively with Parkview Construction to quality control and deliver new benchmarks in sustainable design and construction, we are excited to commence construction on the first stage of Norwest Quarter which will be one of the most ambitious in Australia in terms of sustainable practices, initiatives, and design considerations," Spencer said.

“Despite difficult market conditions for the construction industry, Mulpha with the support of its top-tier partners is on track to deliver the first zero carbon precinct in the Hills, testament to its strong sustainability credentials and longevity in the Australian industry.

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“Our off-the-plan buyers in Norwest Quarter can be confident that we are committed to delivering quality apartment buildings that far exceed minimum code requirements, whilst simultaneously setting new benchmarks in lifestyle design, community focused wellness, sustainability and harmony with the natural environment.”

Hills Shire Council’s General Manager, Michael Edgar, said that with so much of Sydney’s future housing growth being accommodated in apartments, it was exciting to see the first stages of Norwest Quarter commence construction.&nbsp;

“It is testament to Mulpha’s belief in our Shire and the Norwest Business Park. It has been a while in the planning, and I am really pleased with the focus on building design, attention to detail and the ambitious sustainability measures,” Edgar said.&nbsp;

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“It is essential we see confidence return to the apartment market and that can only be achieved through good design, efficient use of technology, good use of materials, good sense of place, quality workmanship and a determination to contribute to the public domain.”&nbsp;

As well as making a contribution towards mitigating the effects of climate change and decreasing the urban heat environment at Norwest, Norwest Quarter's zero carbon target will lower energy bills while increasing wellbeing through healthier buildings, better air quality and greater access to nature.

Due to the strong sustainability credentials of the project, Norwest Quarter buyers may also be eligible for discounted green mortgages, potentially providing a lower interest rate on their mortgage.

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Both buildings will feature rooftop solar panels, electric vehicle charging with fast charges, and high-performance, centralised air-conditioning. The apartments will also have high efficiency lighting and appliances, and are 100 per cent electric, with induction cooktops and electric hot water.

Other sustainable community initiatives will include communal electric barbecues, communal gardens, productive beehives for enhanced pollination, worm farms, composting and natural landscapes, where the flora and fauna will be constantly measured against key performance indicators.

When complete, the Norwest Quarter masterplan will transform over 3.8 hectares of land into a village for over 2,000 residents who will live among 26,000 sqm of green open space.&nbsp;

Encompassed within the landscape will be nine residential towers containing 864 apartments, with 6,000 sqm of space provided for cafes, restaurants, neighbourhood shops and childcare facilities.

The community will be located within 400 metres walking distance of the Norwest Metro Station and emerging Norwest town centre, as well as extensive parklands, pathways and cycleways.&nbsp;

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Each apartment in Norwest Quarter will consume two thirds less energy than a typical code compliant apartment and will underpin residents’ aspirations for zero carbon living at up to 25 per cent less cost. 

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