<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/jwland-development">JWLand</a>’s De Burgh, the final residential release within the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, is nearing completion just as the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme prepares for its most significant expansion to date.&nbsp;

From October 2025, the scheme will allow first home buyers to enter the market with just a five per cent deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), removing some of the most common barriers to ownership.

With <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/de-burgh-at-northbourne-village-40-de-burgh-street-lyneham-act-2602">De Burgh</a> on track for residents to move in by late spring 2025, the timing creates a strong opportunity for first home buyers seeking brand-new apartments in Canberra’s sought-after Inner North.&nbsp;

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The project delivers 350 residences across two buildings, with layouts ranging from compact studios through to one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

JWLand has tailored the development for long-term liveability, integrating natural light, privacy and outdoor space into each home. Ground-floor residences feature private courtyards, while upper levels benefit from generous balconies.

Kitchens are fitted with Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, and all apartments include ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning with smartphone app control for lighting and climate.&nbsp;

Shared resident facilities include a rooftop garden, gym, lounge and parcel lockers, alongside landscaped green space within the precinct.

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For buyers, the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme removes income caps and introduces unlimited places, making it more accessible than ever. With most De Burgh apartments priced under $1 million, they fall well within the updated eligibility thresholds.

The policy changes provide first home buyers with greater certainty and a smoother path to finance. Combined with the quality and location of De Burgh, the expanded scheme is expected to draw a new wave of buyers to Canberra’s Inner North.

Residents will benefit from the project’s central setting, just 600 metres from the light rail and three kilometres from Canberra’s CBD. The precinct is bordered by the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/lyneham-act-2602">Lyneham</a> wetlands and sits within easy reach of cafes, restaurants, schools and the ANU.

With completion scheduled for late 2025, De Burgh is set to be among the first major apartment projects to meet the expanded scheme head-on, offering first-time buyers a realistic pathway to ownership in one of Canberra’s most connected neighbourhoods.

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JWLand’s De Burgh aligns with expanded Homebuyer Scheme, opening doors for first home buyers in Canberra’s Inner North

A subtropical pair of residential towers are in planning for a key South Brisbane site neighbouring the iconic Expo ’88 Skyneedle, with new documents revealing a vertically layered vision designed to respond to the precinct’s evolving high-density character.

The proposal has been lodged by&nbsp;Darveniza Group, which is also is behind the 400-apartment Station Quarter precinct in Alderley.

Darveniza Group, led by Jane Darveniza, the Brisbane-based investor and Queensland rich-lister and widow of the late property magnate Bojan Darveniza, is seeking approval for a mixed-use project encompassing 204 apartments, ground-level retail, food and drink tenancies, and office space across two architecturally integrated towers at 37–39 Manning Street.

Occupying an 1,822 sqm site, the proposed towers would rise above a sculptural podium base, with a recessed landscaped centre, rooftop communal areas, and a total of 220 car parks and 256 bicycle bays. The apartment mix spans one- to five-bedroom dwellings, with a design emphasis on generous balconies, cross-ventilation, and climate-responsive materials.

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“The development is conceived as two slender twin buildings that meet at a lushly landscaped central recess,” the Finegrain design report states. “The façade is highly articulated with the plan form stepping back and forth to reduce visual bulk and maximise internal occupants’ access to natural light and air”.

A hallmark of the proposal is its integration of greenery, both visually and functionally. Around 77 per cent of the site’s green plot ratio is delivered through vertical planting spines, a green podium wall, and rooftop amenity. Ground-level deep planting and landscaped communal zones aim to create a shaded, walkable interface along Manning Street.

“The stepped plan form introduces variation in balcony setbacks and enclosed apartment areas, enriching both the façade expression and the resident experience,” the design team notes. “At ground and podium levels, this stepping also enhances permeability, maximising pedestrian view lines to the neighbouring Skyneedle and reinforcing a strong sense of local identity”.

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The site directly adjoins the heritage-listed Skyneedle at 35 Manning Street, an enduring legacy of World Expo ’88. The accompanying heritage impact report by Pendergast Architects contends that the proposal has been carefully conceived to protect the cultural significance and landmark visibility of the structure.

“The design provides setbacks, tower separation and podium articulation to maintain the visibility and landmark role of the adjoining Skyneedle,” the report states. “The significance of the Skyneedle lies principally in its landmark visibility and cultural symbolism, rather than in detailed fabric or architectural setting”.

The proposal sits within the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct, under Brisbane’s TLPI 02/2023, where revised planning controls support high-density, mixed-use development integrated with subtropical design and increased public realm contributions.

Finegrain’s design reflects this intent, drawing cues from the site's adjacency to Musgrave Park, the subtropical landscape of South Brisbane, and cultural landmarks such as QPAC and South Bank.

Twin green towers proposed for Manning Street, South Brisbane site beside Skyneedle

A first-of-its-kind culinary precinct is coming to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Park</a>, inspired by global street-food flavours and best-in-class restaurants and entertainment.

Deicorp’s emerging mid-city precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/melrose-central-melrose-park-33-hope-street-melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Central</a>, will become the go-to precinct within the wider Melrose Park community, and at its heart, a first-of-its-kind culinary precinct that brings the buzz of Asia’s most iconic food streets to life.

Spanning more than 4,700 sqm, Melrose Central street food precinct is inspired by the energy and vibrant flavours of street-food neighbourhoods from Hong Kong and Tokyo to Seoul and Singapore.

This new destination will be over three times the size of existing offerings like Burwood Chinatown or Westfield Chatswood’s Hawker Lane, positioning Melrose Central as a must-visit dining hub for all of Sydney.

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Designed by Anthony Ho of Basalt Studio, this street food concept blurs the lines between culinary theatre, art, and entertainment, offering an immersive experience. Neon-lit laneways thread between open kitchens and live grill stations, while murals, interactive displays, and light installations will bring the precinct to life, trading until late, a first for the area.

“We’ve imagined our street food concept as a graduated evolution of everything people love about Burwood Chinatown, East Village and Regent Place, elevated by the immersive artistry creating a city-style dining offer,” said Bilinda Turner, Head of Retail at Deicorp.

“By curating the very best tenants from across Australia, we’re creating a fit-for-purpose town centre for 2025 and beyond. It’s something that people truly haven’t seen before."

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Melrose Central is far more than a food precinct. Spanning 30,000 sqm across four levels, the shopping centre will be home to approximately 100 retailers, providing a total lifestyle offering from morning until late evening.

Fresh food offerings span a brand new Coles Supermarket, Local Grocer, Korean Supermarket, Bakery and boutique fresh food, as well as a Dan Murphy's, while health needs are covered from a pharmacy, medical centre and allied health. Fitness and wellbeing take centre stage from a dedicated wellbeing hub that includes pilates, recovery, Infrared saunas and a gym, to name a few.

Variety stores will feature throughout, as well as personal care offerings from nail salons to hairdressers, as well as a dedicated early-learning centre on level 1.

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Situated above the retail precinct will be 495 Turner Studio-designed apartments that open onto 6,000 sqm of lush podium gardens and rooftop terraces.

Located just six kilometres east of Parramatta’s CBD and 15km from Sydney CBD, Melrose Central forms the retail and lifestyle heart of Melrose Park, an urban-renewal precinct that is set to deliver more than 11,000 homes, 22,000 new residents, and 50,000 sqm of park and open space.

A dedicated stop on Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will arrive at the precinct’s Hope Street entrance, and the forthcoming Parramatta Gateway Bridge will link directly to Sydney Olympic Park and Wentworth Point.&nbsp;

Supported by a 10-minute drive, this growing catchment of 200,000 people, which is projected to grow to 279,000 by 2026, and an average household income above the Greater Sydney average, Melrose Central embodies Deicorp’s vision for transport-oriented, community-focused placemaking.&nbsp;

Melrose Central street food precinct and the wider Melrose Central retail town centre are both slated to open in mid-2026.

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Melrose Central: First-of-its-kind culinary precinct coming to Sydney’s West

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia</a> has unveiled the fifth and final stage of its $1 billion Norwest community, The Orchards.

The final stage, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/zeste-at-the-orchards-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Zeste</a>, will deliver 209 apartments across two distinctive buildings, Essence and Eden. The 135 apartments in Essence will be the first to be released to the market, which will bring to an end the decade-long vision to create a&nbsp;neighbourhood defined by design excellence, sustainability, and community engagement.

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David Lee, Sales Manager at Sekisui House Australia said, Zeste's oversized living spaces and diverse apartment mix, which includes the introduction of&nbsp;Breezeway Sky Homes for the first time, deliver a unique lifestyle offering.

Early purchasers will benefit from exclusive VIP pricing as well as the choice of one premium upgrade, which Lee says is a "thank you" for their commitment to the project.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, Zeste embodies Sekisui House’s global design philosophy of creating harmony between people, homes and nature. Principal Ben Pomroy explained that Zeste is about living within the landscape.

“With two large courtyards, the lagoon pool precinct for the wider community and a central courtyard with pavilion exclusively for Zeste residents, the architecture frames an experience of living in a park," Pomroy said.

“Over 50 per cent of the site is landscaped, ensuring a deep connection to nature at every stage of daily life. The buildings are designed as a collection of smaller, finer-grain forms, with over 85% of apartments enjoying dual aspects.

“The focus on natural ventilation, generous layouts and communal interaction creates a residential environment that is both sustainable and socially connected.”

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Natalie Shalala, a member of Rothelowman’s interiors team said they reimagined the former site’s Orchard homestead with a contemporary twist. &nbsp;

“The design draws on the nostalgia of the past orchard – timber floors, the warmth of a fireplace, the rituals of the homestead and reinvents them for modern apartment living,"&nbsp;Shalala said.

“We have created two tonal palettes, one with pale honey undertones and another with a soft blush inspired by nectar. A highlight feature is the cathedral glass light box, a bespoke design element that re-interprets the classic lantern. It is both beautiful and functional, tying kitchen and bathroom spaces together in a way that feels entirely unique."

Shalala said the&nbsp;day-to-day liveability has been carefully considered, with abundant storage solutions, butler’s pantries, bike storage and joinery designed to simplify routines and enhance comfort.

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Apartments in Zeste start from $715,000 for one-bedrooms and extend through to expansive three-bedroom Sky Homes priced from $2.25 million. Floorplans range from 59 sqm to 144sqm.

The mix in Essence comprises 41 one-bedroom, seven one-bedroom + Max space, 39 two-bedroom, 40 two-bedroom Breezeway Sky Homes (24 of which include additional Max spaces), and eight three-bedroom residences.&nbsp;

Max spaces are integrated into select residences, offering a flexible room that can be tailored to individual needs, ideal as a home office, children’s play area, or additional storage.

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Zeste continues Sekisui House Australia’s partnership with Altogether Group, providing sustainable water, power and data services to residents. Passive design strategies include cross-ventilation, deep landscaping and water features that encourage evaporative cooling, aligning with The Orchards long-term environmental goals.&nbsp;

Construction is set to commence on the Zeste buildings in early 2026, with completion anticipated in late 2027 to early 2028.&nbsp;

More than 850 apartments have been sold across the masterplan, contributing to The Orchards community of 1,300 apartments when complete.

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Sekisui House Australia launches Zeste, the final stage of its $1 billion Norwest masterplan

A significant addition to the Bella Vista Station Precinct is in the pipeline, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/landen-property">Landen</a> formally lodging a State Significant Development Application for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/40-memorial-avenue-bella-vista-40-memorial-avenue-nsw-2153">new apartment community on Memorial Avenue</a>.

Positioned beside the Elizabeth Macarthur Creek corridor, the project is among the first major transit-oriented residential proposals within the Metro precinct.

The masterplan, designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/turner-studio">Turner Architects</a>,&nbsp;outlines a four-stage delivery, comprising four buildings between four and fifteen storeys, and includes a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, alongside a limited selection of four-bedroom penthouses and terraces.

The project places a strong emphasis on housing diversity and liveability, with apartment sizes ranging from 50 to 180 sqm. The first stage will deliver 213 dwellings, followed by 231 in the second stage. Construction is expected to commence in 2026, pending approvals.

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As the first transit-oriented development (TOD) in the precinct, Landen’s Bella Vista community has been designed to align closely with the surrounding Metro infrastructure. The proposal integrates new pedestrian and cycling paths, a new bridge over Elizabeth Macarthur Creek, and direct access to Bella Vista Metro Station.

Lush communal amenities are also central to the design. 'The Grove' and the 'Garden Link' will create landscaped community areas that reflect the area's agricultural heritage and provide direct access to the creekside.&nbsp;

The ‘Garden Patio’ is conceived as a multi-use indoor-outdoor facility offering a gym, study nooks, and communal lounge spaces.&nbsp;Rooftop terraces across the buildings will offer views to the Blue Mountains and Parramatta skyline.

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Landen’s Head of Property, Shane Harding, said the proposal highlights the developer’s precinct-scale ambition.

“As the first TOD proposal in Bella Vista, it highlights Landen’s ability to pioneer precinct-scale projects, integrate housing with infrastructure, and deliver outcomes that align with government priorities,” Harding told the Daily Telegraph.

The project arrives at a time of rapid growth in Western Sydney, with Bella Vista alone forecast to more than double in population by 2046. The development’s location, between the Bella Vista and Kellyville Metro stations, positions it as a connected lifestyle hub for families, professionals and downsizers seeking access to transport, schools, and employment centres.

Pending approval, the development is slated for completion in 2028.

Landen plans 444-apartment community in Bella Vista Metro zone

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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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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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