<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/city-beach-wa-6015">City Beach</a>’s tightly held coastline is preparing for one of Western Australia’s most closely watched apartment launches, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/blackburne">Blackburne</a> set to launch Ocean Grand on the weekend.

Located at 3 Kilpa Court, overlooking Ocean Village Park and just a short walk from the beach, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/ocean-grand-city-beach-3-5-kilpa-court-city-beach-wa-6015">Ocean Grand</a> is a 264-apartment development that signals a new scale of apartment living for Perth’s western suburbs. The project arrives at a time when City Beach has cemented itself among Perth’s most expensive postcodes, underlining the depth of demand for high-end housing in established coastal neighbourhoods.

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Ahead of the public launch, Ocean Grand has already recorded more than $200 million in sales, with 57 apartments secured prior to release. The early sales performance places the project among the highest-value residential developments ever undertaken in Western Australia and marks a clear shift in Blackburne’s product mix towards the upper end of the market.

Ocean Grand comprises a mix of large-format apartments and penthouses, with pricing spanning from around $2 million through to $10 million. Many of the buyers to date are understood to be long-term City Beach residents and coastal homeowners seeking to downsize locally while retaining space, privacy and proximity to familiar amenities.

The development includes an extensive suite of resident-only facilities more commonly associated with large resort-style projects. These include a pool with cabanas, alfresco dining areas with barbecues and a pizza oven, multiple private dining rooms and lounges, a fully equipped gym and yoga studio, and a comprehensive wellness offering with sauna, steam room, spa and cold plunge. A concierge service and golf simulator further reinforce the project’s positioning at the top end of the market.

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At ground level, Ocean Grand will introduce a new retail and dining precinct designed to integrate with Ocean Village Park. Plans include a boutique supermarket, cafés, restaurants, a wine bar, health and medical services, retail spaces and a new playground, aimed at activating the street edge and reinforcing a village-style centre for the broader neighbourhood.

Blackburne Founder and Managing Director Paul Blackburne has described the project as a response to changing housing preferences in established suburbs, where larger homes are increasingly giving way to well-designed apartments that allow residents to remain connected to their community.

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Blackburne to launch Ocean Grand, City Beach amid strong early demand

Sydney developer Podia has finalised what it intends to do with its prominent undeveloped parcel at the northern gateway to Kingscliff's well-known Salt precinct, where it is planning a mix of land, townhouses, and now apartments.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/podia">Podia</a>, the developer behind Bonobo by Raes in Byron Bay and Wirra in Neutral Bay, has filed a State Significant Development Application to the NSW Government for the final 4,455 sqm of the 1.59-hectare <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/4-8-bells-boulevard-kingscliff-nsw-2487">Bells Boulevard block</a>, at the entry to Salt Village between Cudgen Creek and South Kingscliff Beach.&nbsp;

Having already secured approval for a mix of 14 land lots and 12 terrace-style homes, Podia is now seeking to complete the community with a five-storey, 69-apartment building with&nbsp;ground-floor retail designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB Architecture</a>.

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SJB noted in its Urban Design and Architecture Report that the area is dominated by low-density residential and significant natural features, however a small mixed-use area is clustered around the Salt Precinct, creating a destination for the precinct.

"The site’s location at the heart of the precinct offers the opportunity for future development to complement existing mixed-use, to form a genuine town centre that enhances the experience for local residents and visitors. At the site scale, the opportunity to create a distinct marker and entry point for the town centre becomes apparent, assisting with legibility for people arriving by car, bike or on foot."

The architecture draws inspiration from coastal Kingscliff using natural, durable materials that echo the textures and tones of local landmarks like Salt Surf Life Saving Club and Peppers Resort. The building will wrap around a central courtyard for the wider community, while residents will have access to private facilities like&nbsp;indoor communal areas and a rooftop swimming pool.

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"For some time now, we have been looking to work with the Tweed community so we were thrilled to secure a unique site where we can make a positive contribution to the Salt Village town centre," Podia noted on the project website.

"On this last consolidated lot of undeveloped Salt Village land, we have the opportunity to deliver a mix of housing types, retail and services in a vibrant village atmosphere. [The building]&nbsp;will offer diverse, comfortable living choices. Thoughtfully designed to blend with the natural surroundings, the project will support local businesses, enhance community connection and leave a lasting legacy for Kingscliff."

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Podia is approaching completion of its luxury Neutral Bay apartment development Wirra, just 20 high-end apartments that start from over $5 million. Their Bonobo by Raes development, a joint venture with luxury hotel operator Raes, will comprise 41 hotel-apartments on Jonson Street.
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First look: Podia pitches final stage of new Kingscliff community

South East Queensland developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Group</a> has commenced construction on its $240 million Flourish <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/symphony-south-brisbane-21-23-cordelia-street-south-brisbane-qld-4101">Symphony</a>, its debut Brisbane apartment development.

They've already sold 86 of the 134 apartments, around $134 million worth of sales.&nbsp;

Sherpa Group, headed by property industry veteran Christie Leet, has tapped into the much-needed affordable residential model at a time when apartment prices have grown exponentially across the region.

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“We are so pleased to officially be breaking ground at Symphony after such an extraordinary run of sales, demonstrating the demand for high-quality, affordable apartments in the southeast Queensland apartment sector,” Leet said.&nbsp;

Symphony will deliver 138 apartments across 27 levels, offering a vast array of spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom residences.

Sales were largely driven by local Brisbane buyers who accounted for 45 per cent of the purchases, SEQ buyers made up a further 35 per cent, as well as first home buyers who made up 12 per cent of the total.

“It’s been fantastic to see so many locals and first-home buyers at Symphony – that’s what Flourish is about, giving the community a real opportunity to secure a home," Leet added.

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Residents will have access to the renowned Flourish rooftop, which showcases a wellness and recreation area spanning more than 1,400 sqm across two levels, with all amenities designed to foster community, connection and wellbeing among residents.

The rooftop will showcase a heated pool, steam room, saunas, and hot and cold plunge pools; work from home spaces, private treatment room, pool deck cabanas and private outdoor BBQ areas.

There will also be a private dining room and residents’ lounge, a fully equipped gym and yoga studio, and panoramic views of the Brisbane skyline and Mt Coot-tha.

The start of construction follows closely behind Sherpa’s successful run in Palm Beach, with Flourish Amargo 85% sold, and Flourish Oasis now launched to market.&nbsp;

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“We hope to carry the strong momentum from our Flourish Palm Beach projects, as we step into our Brisbane chapter,” Leet said

“Flourish is truly about delivering attainable, lifestyle-focused apartments, and we are thrilled to Symphony resonate with so many buyers in Brisbane.”

Located at 21–23 Cordelia Street, Symphony is strategically positioned at the junction of South Bank, West End, and Fish Lane, at the heart of Brisbane’s entertainment, dining and leisure precinct. The location also offers exceptional walkability to QPAC, galleries, riverside parklands, the CBD, major universities, hospitals, and transport hubs.

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Sherpa have teamed up with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/lps-group">LPS Group</a> to deliver Symphony, which is expected to be completed in Q3 2028.

Sherpa Group has been among the most prolific developers on the Gold Coast in recent years, undertaking 15 projects since 2018. The company now has seven projects in Palm Beach, with four of them under the Flourish brand that is delivering affordable beachside luxury for one of the most undersupplied markets on the Gold Coast.

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Sherpa Group breaks ground on $240 million Symphony apartment development in Brisbane

Construction is underway at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/kings-lane-south-kingsville-50-58-new-street-south-kingsville-vic-3015">Kings Lane</a>, a boutique townhouse development by local developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/blue-run">Blue Run</a> in Melbourne’s inner-west suburb of South Kingsville, with completion targeted for Q3 2026.

The 25-residence project is taking shape at 56 New Street, responding to sustained demand for low-density, family-oriented housing in established inner-urban locations where standalone homes have increasingly moved out of reach.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, Kings Lane comprises a mix of three and four-bedroom townhouses, all-electric and arranged to prioritise privacy, internal space, and long-term liveability. The homes are priced from $995,000, positioning the project among a shrinking cohort of new-build townhouses within eight kilometres of the Melbourne CBD.&nbsp;

The architecture and interiors reflect Rothelowman’s focus on practical, enduring design. Kitchens are configured as central living spaces with porcelain benchtops, Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, and generous island benches, while bathrooms and ensuites incorporate skylights, double vanities, and full-sized baths. Across the homes, layouts emphasise efficient circulation and clearly defined living and sleeping zones.

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Sustainability has been embedded into the project’s construction and performance profile. Each residence is fully electric, supported by rooftop solar, double glazing, and water-sensitive urban design measures. The development will achieve a 7-Star NatHERS rating, with EV charging provisions included to support future household needs.

Landscape design by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/john-patrick-landscape-architects">John Patrick Landscape Architects</a> introduces private courtyards and shared green spaces, using layered planting and native species to enhance privacy while reinforcing a sense of neighbourhood connection.

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Kings Lane is located just off Blackshaws Road, within walking distance of the Vernon Street shopping strip and the emerging Union Quarter retail precinct. Broader amenity is provided by nearby centres including Altona Gate, Yarraville Square, and Williamstown’s retail strip, while Edwards Reserve and Newport Lakes offer accessible green space.

Transport connectivity remains a key drawcard, with Spotswood Station within walking distance and the West Gate Freeway only a short drive away. Recent major infrastructure upgrades associated with the West Gate Tunnel project have further improved access to the CBD and Melbourne Airport.&nbsp;

With construction now underway and delivery forecast for Q3 2026, Kings Lane adds to a limited pipeline of new townhouse supply in the inner-west.

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Construction underway at Blue Run’s Kings Lane townhouse project in South Kingsville

Developer Polycell has commenced the sales campaign for its highly-anticipated redevelopment of the Sandpiper Resort in Broadbeach.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/sandpiper-broadbeach-155-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">Sandpiper</a>, a new 51-storey tower on Old Burleigh Road, is yet to officially launch to the public, but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/motiv">MOTIV</a>&nbsp;have already secured over $300 million in sales through its pre-market coming soon campaign.

Nearly 100 of the 204 apartments have been snapped up in the space of four weeks.&nbsp;

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“We’ve seen strong early momentum for Sandpiper through a highly curated, VIP-only campaign, well ahead of the full public launch,” said Carly Cottam, Director at MOTIV.

“That response speaks to the depth of demand we’re seeing from design-literate buyers who are actively seeking a more refined coastal lifestyle in Broadbeach.”&nbsp;

The interest to date has come from a mix of downsizers, interstate lifestyle buyers from NSW and Victoria, and short-term investors seeking flexible, well-appointed holiday homes.

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Rising just shy of 200 metres above Old Burleigh Road, Sandpiper comprises 204 two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments, as well as an exclusive range of half and full floor residences from levels 42 and above.

Residences are offered across two distinct tiers: the Classic Residences, which deliver resort-style living with curated services and Level 4 amenity access; and the Private Residences, located from Level 26 upward, offering elevated finishes and exclusive access to two more levels of wellness retreat.&nbsp;

Buyers will have the option of&nbsp;two light palettes (white or green stone) and one dark palette (black stone), along with premium inclusions such as optional ZipTap systems and timber flooring upgrades. Upper level residences benefit from full stone benchtops and enhanced detailing, reinforcing the project’s commitment to understated elegance.&nbsp;

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A major point of difference for Sandpiper lies in its wellness and lifestyle amenity, designed to rival top-tier branded residences, without the hotel badge. All residents will have access to the Level 4 retreat, which includes a magnesium lagoon pool, gym, yoga room, steam and sauna, hot and cold plunge pools, treatment suites, BBQ areas, indoor and outdoor lounges, private dining and games rooms.

Above, the Residents’ Club, exclusive to Private Residence owners, spans two entire levels and features another pool, further wellness zones, a zen garden, personal training gym, office suites, cinema, music studio, library, club lounge and multiple entertaining spaces.

Further reinforcing this sense of exclusivity, Sandpiper has been thoughtfully designed with separate entrances, lobbies and lift cores for the Classic and Private Residences, ensuring privacy for the upper residence-only levels and a seamless arrival experience.&nbsp;

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“This momentum builds on the proven success of The Rochester Broadbeach, which continues to progress ahead of programme,” Cottam added.

“That delivery performance has been critical in reinforcing buyer confidence and further cements Polycell’s strength as both developer and builder in this market.”&nbsp;

With demolition underway and development approval secured, Sandpiper is on track to commence main construction in late July 2026, following the completion of demolition. Final completion of the project is forecast for July 2030.

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Expression of interest begins at Sandpiper Broadbeach as demolition of former holiday resort begins

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Peppers Airlie Beach, a resort hotel with ocean views in Whitsundays, Queensland has hit the market.  
It has been offered for sale via an expressions of interest campaign by Wayne Bunz and Hayley Manvell from CBRE Hotels. 
Situated on 1.8 ha, Peppers Airlie Beach at 9A Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach comprises 59 freehold 1-5 bedroom apartments and villa ranging in size from 79-341sqm. 
The resort facilities include restaurant, bar, infinity swimming pool and gym.  
Other features include Management Letting Rights for up to 106 units in the complex plus the on-site manger's Lot. 
Opened in 2009, the 4.5 star hotel has been operated by Accor under the Peppers brand with vacant possession available.
Expressions of Interest close October 17, 2019
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Greaton has lodged a development application for its Wirra Wirra Wellness Resort project with the City of Onkaparinga. 
The resort will be built on Wirra Wirra’s grounds at 255 Strout Road, McLaren Vale, 38 kilometres south of Adelaide. 
The project will be delivered in a partnership with Wirra Wirra winery.
The $30 million-plus resort, the first luxury accommodation in the region, will be situated amongst vineyards between the existing Wirra Wirra winery and the heritage property that once belonged to founder Robert Wigley, which will be repurposed as resort accommodation. 
Greaton has appointed Bangkok/Singapore-based luxury resort architects Blink Design Group.
The group's portfolio of premier resorts includes the Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, the Six Senses Uluwatu – all in Bali - the Ritz-Carlton, Juizhaihou in Sichuan China and the Viceroy Princes’ Islands Istanbul in Turkey. 
The 33-key resort will be spread across 10 separate buildings, with nine double-storey buildings, known as casitas, to be built.
The existing Wigley house will be transformed into a Bridal Suite.
Sparrow’s Lodge, a vacant building at the winery entrance, will be repurposed as a guests’ reception. 
Guest facilities will include a swimming pool – set within a reflection pool – as well as a function hall and wellness centre.
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Nicho Teng, Managing Director, Greaton, says the project will bring an unsurpassed level of luxury to the region.  
“The Wirra Wirra resort will be like nothing else in South Australia,” said Teng.
“We are proud to bring the expertise of an internationally-acclaimed architectural firm that specialises in luxury accommodation to this location.
“This is their first project in Australia, and I’m honoured to bring them to my home state.
“South Australia, and particularly the McLaren Vale region, well and truly deserves a high-end resort like this.
“We have no doubt it will attract more well-heeled tourists to the area which will directly increase local tourism revenue.  
“We are also very excited to be negotiating with an international wellness-oriented resort operator who also have no current presence in Australia.
“Whilst we are not in a position to reveal who they are just yet, we can say they operate some of the most renowned resorts and hotels around the world.”
The internationally renowned McLaren Vale is the gateway to the Fleurieu Peninsula, which accounts for an average of 762,000 overnight tourist stays worth $258 million in expenditure annually.
Renowned for its Shiraz, the McLaren Vale region also excels in the production of ultra-premium Grenache and Cabernet, along with many other grape varieties, whilst Wirra Wirra is best known for its famous red Church Block blend.  
Daniel Smedley, Director, Studio S2 Architects, the South Australian architecture studio commissioned to undertake documentation and compliance for the Wirra Wirra project, said the site provided great inspiration with its historic buildings and vineyard landscape.  
“The resort has been designed to reflect elements of the buildings on site and in the region, and to enjoy the vineyard and Australian bushland setting, while respecting the wine region aesthetics that McMurtrie Road provides,” said Smedley. 
"This will be achieved by designing the buildings to sit behind and blend in with the native tree line.  
“The buildings will be finished with a mix of local limestone, granite and bluestone, with hardwood natural stained finishes. The rooves will be in dark grey metal sheet roof cladding to fit in with its surrounding context. 
“As a local architectural practice specialising in tourism projects, we are excited to be working on a project of this calibre in conjunction with the team at Blink Design Group, and a local consulting team, while continuing our long-term working relationship with Wirra Wirra.”
Andrew Kay, Managing Director, Wirra Wirra, said they were very pleased with the direction and progress the resort project was taking.  
“The design is well integrated into the winery site and shows great empathy with our surroundings,” Kay said.
“To introduce the first five-star resort operation in McLaren Vale is not just a coup for us, but a catalyst for job creation, upskilling and growth in the region.  
“The knock-on effect to local businesses and suppliers cannot be underestimated and I look forward to seeing the economic and community benefits from this investment in wine tourism.”  
Construction is scheduled to commence in November 2020, with completion slated for July 2022.
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Fiji’s newest five-star luxury resort, situated on the beachfront of Wailoaloa Beach near Nadi, is being offered to the market for the first time. 
Colliers International in conjunction with the local agents My Fiji Home has been appointed to sell the Pullman Nadi Bay Resort and Spa Fiji by way of an international expressions of interest campaign. 
The marquee resort boasts 236 guest rooms, five restaurants and bars, multiple conference facilities, three swimming pools and a world-class health spa. 
Pullman Nadi Bay opened in May 2019, in time for the busy Fijian winter period, and is managed by global hotel operator Accor Hospitality – the largest operator in Asia Pacific.  
Nestled on 5.7ha of prime beachfront land, on the foreshore of Wailoaloa Beach, it is the closest five-star hotel to the recently upgraded Nadi International Airport.  
Dean Humphries, Colliers’ National Director of Hotels for New Zealand and the South Pacific, acknowledges it is rare for a brand-new resort be offered to the market so soon after opening. 
“The owners of the resort, who are a large and established Fiji-based family, have spent the last four years developing the hotel. However, they have decided to sell this marquee asset now to capitalise on Fiji’s strong tourism sector and a global investment market hungry for high-quality, high-yielding hospitality assets.” 
“Fiji has seen stable governance now for 15 years, with the last democratic elections taking place in November 2018. Economic growth over the period has been strong with a significant amount of infrastructure completed including a FJ$100m plus upgrade of the Nadi International Airport.” 
“We have seen an increasing amount of global capital flow through to the tourism sector in recent years given its attractive returns and strong growth profile.”  
Richard Kirke, International Sales Director of Colliers International’s Capitals Markets team, is confident a large number of international investors will be attracted to investing in Fiji due to the strong growth profile and attractive underlying returns this country offers.  
“In the recent past we have seen a range of institutions, sovereign wealth and private equity funds investing heavily into tourism hotspots such as Maldives, Thailand, Vietnam, Tahiti and the eastern seaboard of Australia.” 
“Fiji as a prime tourism destination ticks all the boxes and is a country we believe will interest many of these parties.” 
Gus Moors, Head of Hotels for Colliers International Australia, says Fiji also has a highly attractive exchange rate at just 0.46 against the USD and 0.66 AUD.  
“Fiji has always been the star performer in the South Pacific basin, accounting for 41% of all international visitors in the region.”  
“Inbound arrivals for the year ending 2018 reached 870,000, representing an annual growth rate of 5.6% since 2014. The key markets segments are Australians (43 per cent), New Zealanders (22 per cent) and the United States (10 per cent). It is forecast Fiji will reach 1 million international tourists by 2023. The Fijian Government has estimated the tourism industry to be a FJ$2 billion industry by the end of 2020.” 
The hotel is being sold through Colliers International and local agents My Island Home Fiji by way of international expressions of interest closing at 4pm (NZST) on Wednesday 31 July.
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Five-star Pullman Nadi Bay resort in Fiji listed for sale

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The Albany Gardens Holiday Resort and Lifestyle Village have been listed for sale. 
Located in WA’s fifth largest city, in the town’s central district, the Albany Gardens Holiday Resort and Lifestyle Village spans more than 5.5ha.
It's features include a tennis court, swimming pool, games room and playground. 
The resort, comprising 4 ha of land, includes a total of 119 sites.
These site comprise deluxe units, holiday units, chalets, ensuite sites, powered and unpowered sites, as well as 18 permanent sites with modular homes. 
Developed over 1.6 ha on a separate title, the lifestyle village consists of 45 permanent sites furnished with modular housing. 
CBRE Hotels’ Ryan McGinnity and Chloe Mason, jointly with Caravan Park Brokers Australia’s Dale Wood, have been appointed to market the property. 
Mr McGinnity said the opportunity to acquire an established tourism operation in one of the state’s most popular tourism destinations would underpin buyer interest. 
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Mr McGinnity said, “The quality and popularity of the park is highlighted by the number of positive ratings and comments on public forums such as Tripadvisor.” 
CBRE’s Ms Mason said Albany Lifestyle Village are currently 100% occupied.
He added, “with an aged care action plan in place, the City of Albany is focused on creating friendly, enjoyable, secure and healthy places to retire, which will further benefit from such villages as Albany Gardens.” 
The expressions of interest campaign closes April 11, 2019.
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Albany Holiday Resort and Lifestyle Village listed

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Dream Island, designed as the first large-scale leisure destination in Russia, is set to create new opportunities for family recreation in Russia.
There will be an indoor amusement park, the riverfront scheme provides a regional shopping centre, outdoor leisure facilities, a 400-key 4-Star hotel, a concert hall and a yacht club.
Details were presented at the international investment exhibition MIPIM in Cannes last week.
The Dream Island city resort includes the world's largest indoor theme park with 29 most modern amusement rides, a city promenade with more than 200 shops and 50 restaurants and cafes, cinema and a concert hall, and a spacious landscape park with a sports area. 
The opening of the first stage of the project is planned in 2019 in Moscow, in the picturesque Nagatinskaya bottomland. 
Dream Island is a socially significant project not only for Moscow, but for all Russia, representatives advised.
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 It will improve the quality of the urban environment, investment attractiveness and competitiveness of Moscow against the background of foreign megacities.
In 2017 Dream Island won several Russian and international awards at once: “Best Project in Field of Commercial Real Estate" according to PROESTATE AWARDS 2017 federal prize, the best project in the nomination "Public Areas" in Good Innovations 2017 competition, as well as the victory in the regional stage of the prestigious international European Property Awards in the nomination “Leisure Development”. 
Theme parks around the world are powerful drivers for development of the tourism industry. 
It is expected that their role will increase in the future, so key principles of their deployment will have an increasing impact on both regional and international tourism.
 The Dream Island family city resort will become one of the most visited sights of the capital. 
It is expected to host about 50 million people annually, including flows of the local tourism (the Moscow metropolitan area), internal and external tourism. 
The opening of the Dream Island Park is supposed to increase tourist flows to Moscow by 16%, which is about 3 million new tourists annually, and the share of tourism consumption in the gross regional product (GRP) of Moscow – by 70 billion rubles, Amiran Mutsoev, Chairman of the Board of Dream Island holding company, said.
<a href="http://www.chapmantaylor.com/projects/nagatino-theme-park" target="_blank">Chapman Taylor</a> provided the masterplan and concept design.
Architecturally the building expresses its purpose of amusing children by appearing as a wonderland. 
The concept design is loosely related to historic Kremlin architecture that can be found in many ancient Russian cities. It is also inspired by imposing Gothic buildings of Western Europe.
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Russia's Kremlin-inspired Dream Island amusement park aims for 50 million annual visitors

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The Red Mountain Resort, designed for Festir ehf, in Iceland has been awarded a commendation in the Retail &amp; Leisure category at the recent 2018 MIPIM/Architectural Review Future Project Awards.
<a href="http://johannestorpe.com/projects/the-red-mountain-resort" target="_blank">The Red Mountain Resort resort </a>promises a sensory escape into breathtaking Icelandic nature resort for the modern spiritual traveler, the judging panel noted.
"Its architecture seduces visitors through an exploration of the interplay between nature and visitor.” 
The designer Johannes Torpe Studios markets itself as an advocate for "an unrestrained and fearless approach to design."
The Red Mountain Resort is the studio’s very first large-scale architectural project. 
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Situated on the Western peninsula of Snæfellsness, at the point where the river mouth runs out to the sea, the resort faces Seæfellsjokull, a majestic glacier covered stratovolcano. The mountain is home to the Icelandic saga about Barður Snæfellsás, who is said to have left the chaotic world of men behind to live in solitude. 
Snæfellsjökull, a 700,000-year-old glacier covered stratovolcano, inspired Jules Verne who made the volcano the passage way to the centre of the earth in his science fiction novel Journey to the Centre of the Earth from 1864.
The studio's lead architect Kit Sand Ottsen explored the tradition of Icelandic turf houses built by the first Norwegian settlers, experimenting with ways of creating a modern interpretation.
"The emerging idea was to turn the construction inside-out," he explained.
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Turf houses are wooden structures insulated by a thick wall of turf - in other words, a light structure with a very heavy base.
The studio inverted this structure by creating a heavy concrete structure enclosed by a light base of glass. As a natural extension, the relationship between positive and negative space has been explored, and throughout the building there is a clear contrast between light-weight and more heavy building volumes.
The building itself is an industrial interpretation of the rocky landscape with heavy geometric shapes shooting up from the ground like sculptural rock formations and tall steam-chimneys that are an architectural take on geysers.
Concrete is chosen as the primary material and is treated with a red pigment that mimics the hue of the surrounding landscape.
The concrete is applied to create layers of contrasting rough and smooth textures and form patterns inspired by those found in the layers of the turf houses. Selected parts of the rooftops are covered with grass like the traditional building techniques of the area.
"This both intensifies the notion of a building that is closely related to the history of the site, and adds to the sense of a hidden destination that discreetly rises from the landscape," the project brief advised.
The use of reflecting glass on the building’s exterior creates a mirror effect, evoking the illusion of a building that disappears into the landscape. Portals and tunnels are additionally dispersed throughout the building to enhance this otherworldly and magical atmosphere.
The local geology is made up of caves, craters, peculiar rock formations, volcanic plugs and the moss covered lava fields.
It replicates wind tunnels, fire baths and ice pools that represent the unpredictable extremes of Icelandic weather.
 
 
 
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Iceland spa project for the modern spiritual traveller scoops MIPIM 2018 commendation

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 A beach resort spanning 69,000 sqm in WA's Margeret River is on the market with expectations of more than $10 million.
The <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-land+development-wa-gnarabup-502157446" target="_blank">Gnarabup Beach Resort</a>, five sites with direct Indian Ocean frontage and approvals in place for a 102-key resort and potential for a further 73 individual villa sis on the market through Savills Barney Dear and Chas Moore. 
Chas Moore said the site was being offered for sale by its joint venture owners with Development Approvals for the resort, designed by Grounds Kent Architects, had been granted.
This property is coming to the market at an ideal time, with the Western Australia State Government prioritising and strongly promoting the state’s tourism sector, and the $59.7 million expansion of the Bussellton-Margaret River Regional Airport to deliver invaluable direct flights to the region, he said.
"Tourism is on the rise in Western Australia and this is one of the best beachfront resort developments available in the entire state.
"It provides a stunning south-west setting overlooking the Indian Ocean, with boardwalks and footpaths leading directly to the beach, in the heart of Western Australia’s premier tourism destination and widely recognised as one of the world’s best wine producing regions.’"
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$50 million plus for beach resort at Margaret River

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Clouds of Montville Eco Resort, a Victorian-style resort on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, has come to the market for $2.65 million.
Set on an area of 1.92 ha, <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-hotel+leisure-qld-montville-502143778" target="_blank">the resort</a> comprises 10 apartments and four cottages (with approval for two more), a spa and sauna, swimming pool, a nine-hole frissbee golf course and other facilities.
The current owners had previous experience in hospitality, and made improvements to all aspects of the property and business, including the systems and websites which improved gross takings, says the description.
The owners are keen to sell the resort due to a family member's illness. Prior to them, the previous owners set up the resort over a period seventeen years.
The well presented property is also close to shops, markets, restaurants, art galleries, parks and waterfalls.
The listing agent is Jim Hughes of LJ Hooker.
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Clouds of Montville Eco Resort in Sunshine Coast on the market for $2.65 million

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The landmark Alberg Hotel in Mount Buller is set to change hands for the first time in 28 years.
Set on 3087 sqm, <a href="https://www.colliers.com.au/23697/#.V04-d1fYrVp" target="_blank">the hotel comprises 36 rooms</a>, seven residential rental apartments, ski hire and retail outlets and food and beverage offerings.
Colliers International's Jeremy Gruzewski and Guy Wells have the listing.
Gruzewski said the opportunity to acquire a multi-faceted business and property such as The Arlberg hotel was rare.
“The sale of The Arlberg Hotel is never to be repeated in the Australian market place," he said.
"The opportunity to acquire this unique asset and be part of the evolution of Mount Buller as it evolves to become a year-round tourist destination is not to be missed.
“The blend of accommodation and food and beverage with a 24 hour liquor licence provides ultimate flexibility to an incoming purchaser.”
“It is the most accessible ski resort in Australia and also the closest ski resort to any Australian international airport.
The hotel has been operated by local icons John and Carol Perks for the past 28 years who said they will miss the hotel.
“We have both loved having input to the Chamber of Commerce and the marketing committees on the mountain and have enjoyed the last 37 years involvement very much and will be very sad to move on,” the couple said.
“We hope to be able to pass our history and knowledge on to new people with the drive and enthusiasm that this business deserves going forward.”
The hotel has been an iconic part of the Mount Buller community since its original construction in circa 1970.
Mount Buller is the premier ski resort in Victoria, with more than 300 hectares of skiable terrain.
Summer visitation has been reported to be increasing by some 5% year-on-year to achieve some 120,000 visitors in the traditional ‘off season’.
With the mountain situated some 1,800m above sea level, the winter months are the peak season with an average snow fall of 2.42m. 
Data from the Victorian Alpine Resorts End of Season Report Winter 2015 shows that Mount Buller is the most visited mountain in Victoria.
The Arlberg Hotel is for sale with offers closing July 21, 2016.
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Mount Buller's iconic Arlberg Hotel for sale

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A private Australian syndicate has taken the first steps in its $450-million transformation of the cyclone-battered Port Hinchinbrook resort in North Queensland.  
The Passage Holdings, an Australian company linked to American businessmen Lewis Cohen and Stephan Pinto, has already spent $4 million on improvements.
Architects DBI Design have been hired to work on the resort, which will be renamed Hinchinbrook Harbour and Resort and staged over 10 years.
DBI Design’s masterplan for the resort includes a $45 million international fishing village, new marina, family resort, water theme park, 300-site motorhome park, camp grounds, backpacker accommodation and waterfront residential lots and apartments.
Pinto said the syndicate’s $4 million initial investment included around $500,000 on restoring the sewerage treatment plant, more than $2 million on the grounds and marina village, commercial building, street lighting and public access, plus $750,000 on masterplan designs and consultation.
The syndicate took possession of the resort and marina property last year and is preparing to settle on its $3 million purchase from liquidator FTI Consulting in coming weeks.
The resort’s restaurant/retail precinct is due to reopen in mid-July following repairs, while work is about to start on dredging the heavily silted harbour and the rebuilding the 266-berth marina.
The resort, which was battered by Cyclone Yasi in 2011, was first developed by the late Keith Williams adjacent to Hinchinbrook Island, near the historic village of Cardwell, during the 1990s.
The Hinchinbrook Island Resort closed in 2010, just prior to Cyclone Yasi, while the commercial tenancies at Port Hinchinbrook were closed in 2011, as a result of damage caused by the cyclone.
Liquidators took over the resort after Williams Corporation collapsed in 2013.
Pinto, who has developed residential and commercial property in the US for 35 years, said he was amazed at the value and potential of the property.
“I have been in real estate for a long time with experience in tourism assets worldwide - when I was informed about this project, I found it to be an interesting and compelling story,’’ he said.
“Having experienced Hurricane Katrina and the effects it had on our properties in Texas, I knew there could be an opportunity for our investment group. The impact of Cyclone Yasi had on Port Hinchinbrook was similar." 
Pinto established Allied Financial Services in 1993, which has an investor base which invests in opportunity-based real estate projects.
His American partner, Lewis Cohen, is president and founder of Diversified Products Group. 
 
 
 
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