Developers and apartment buyers have a narrowing window of opportunity before Brisbane's Olympic infrastructure pipeline begins competing directly with residential construction, pushing up costs, tightening labour supply and making new projects increasingly difficult to deliver.

While Brisbane's apartment market continues to benefit from strong population growth and limited housing supply, industry research suggests the years leading up to 2027 could prove to be the most important period for developers looking to secure builders and buyers hoping to purchase before the next wave of price increases.

A new Colliers report, Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games: Creating Solutions, highlights the scale of the challenge. While thousands of new homes are planned across South East Queensland, the Brisbane Olympic Athletes Village alone will deliver more than 10,500 beds during the Games before being converted into around 1,750 to 2,000 apartments. Equivalent to almost two years of typical inner-city apartment supply, the project will also absorb a significant share of the construction workforce and building materials.

The broader construction pipeline paints an even clearer picture.

Construction Skills Queensland's Horizon 2032 report forecasts Queensland's annual construction pipeline will average $69 billion over the coming years before peaking at $75 billion in 2027-28. Demand for construction workers is expected to increase by 17 per cent to almost 150,000 people, with the industry facing an annual shortfall of around 19,000 workers that could blow out to as many as 35,000 during the peak construction period.

The Olympic venues, athletes village and supporting infrastructure will account for billions of dollars worth of work across South East Queensland through to 2032, creating intense competition for labour at a time when Australia's residential construction sector is already under pressure.

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Colliers Queensland Residential Director Andrew Scriven said the convergence of these projects is creating a clear window of opportunity for both developers and buyers.

"From 2027 onwards, the market will shift dramatically," Scriven said.

"Labour will increasingly be locked into government-led infrastructure and Olympic projects, which means private residential developments will face higher costs and tighter margins. The developers who move now are the ones most likely to get projects off the ground."

Scriven said the same dynamic would also affect buyers, with fewer apartment projects expected to launch once construction capacity tightens.

"If you're looking to change your lifestyle over the next five years, now is your window of opportunity to buy."

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Developers are already positioning themselves ahead of that window.

Following the success of Monarch at Toowong, Consolidated Properties is preparing to launch two new Brisbane apartment projects in the second half of 2026. They include <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/gloriette-30-bedivere-street-yeerongpilly-qld-4105">Gloriette</a> at Yeerongpilly Green, a 25-storey tower within one of Brisbane's key Olympic precincts, and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/castile-47-skyring-terrace-newstead-qld-4006">Castile</a>, a recently approved 25-storey riverfront development at 47 Skyring Terrace in Newstead.

Hutchinson Builders will deliver both projects, with early works already underway at Yeerongpilly and Newstead expected to commence later this year.

The timing comes as Brisbane's fundamentals continue to strengthen, with strong interstate migration, population growth and vacancy rates remaining below 1.5 per cent.

Colliers Queensland researcher Pragya Sharma said Greater Brisbane is forecast to require around 40,000 new apartments between 2021 and 2031.

"There's a real mismatch emerging between when housing is needed and when it will be feasible to build," Sharma said.

"As a result, the period leading up to 2027 presents a key window of opportunity for developers to secure approvals, funding and construction capacity, while buyers will have greater choice before supply constraints intensify."

Colliers research outlines a critical pre-2027 window to start residential projects before labour squeeze: now is the time to buy

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Developers, buyers on watch in South East Queensland ahead of construction crunch: Colliers

It's taken less than nine months for developer Sherpa Property Group to sell out all 51 apartments in its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-oasis-palm-beach-7-9-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Oasis</a> development in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>, over a year before its anticipated completion.

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Located at 7-9 Sixth Avenue, the $67 million development has resonated strongly with both local owner-occupiers and downsizers seeking high-quality apartments within walking distance of the beach, dining precincts and everyday amenities.

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Christie Leet, Founder of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Group</a>, said the sell-out reflected both the strength of the Palm Beach market and the success of Sherpa's community-first approach to development.

"The sell-out of Oasis is a fantastic outcome and reinforces the strong demand we're seeing for thoughtfully designed apartments in lifestyle locations," Leet said.

"From the outset, our vision was to create a development that genuinely enhanced the Palm Beach community while providing residents with exceptional homes and wellness-focused amenities.

"We've been incredibly encouraged by the level of local support throughout the campaign, 72.5 per cent of buyers are locals, with a significant proportion of purchasers choosing Oasis as their future home rather than an investment."

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Construction is now progressing following development approval, with trusted builder LPS Group delivering the project and completion anticipated in Q3 2027.

Oasis forms part of Sherpa Group's successful Flourish collection, which has become recognised for its focus on wellness, community and elevated coastal living.

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Residents will have private access to a rooftop amenity space featuring a pool, gym, sauna, steam room, hot and cold plunge pools, spa and barbecue facilities.

"The success of Oasis demonstrates that buyers continue to prioritise quality, location and lifestyle," Leet said.

"We are proud to have delivered a project that has resonated so strongly with the market and look forward to bringing Oasis to life for our future residents."

Sherpa recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-soleira-palm-beach-1150-1160-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Soleira</a>, its third instalment of the Flourish brand in Palm Beach following Flourish Oasis and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/amargo-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Amargo</a>.

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Sherpa sells out Flourish Oasis in booming Palm Beach

Urban Property Group's <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/la-vera-macquarie-park-94-talavera-road-macquarie-park-nsw-2113">La Vera</a> is leading the next phase of Macquarie Park's residential evolution, with the new apartment development set to become the first of several new apartment projects in the precinct to complete.

The 169-apartment building has now topped out ahead of its scheduled completion in the third quarter of 2026, as new residential investment continues to reshape one of Sydney's largest employment hubs into a true mixed-use precinct.

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Cox Architecture has designed La Vera to capture the best of its unique positioning on Talavera Road, orienting the building towards Lane Cove National Park.&nbsp;The building features a sculpted northern façade with flowing curves inspired by the surrounding landscape, while its city-facing elevation adopts a more structured architectural expression to maximise skyline views.

"The vision for the project was to conceive a building that adopted an organic and curvilinear form to the northern portion that faces the Lane Cove National Park," <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a> Director Felipe Miranda said.

"The residents that reside in the northern portion of the building benefit by having beautifully crafted curved balconies that speak to the natural context and heighten the relationship of their internal living spaces to the external balconies."

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La Vera offers a diverse mix of one, two, three, and four-bedroom configurations, with prices currently starting from $740,000. Buyers so far have been a mix of Sydney-based investors,&nbsp;metro commuters, owner-occupiers and downsizers from surrounding North Shore suburbs.

Both investors and owner-occupiers have been drawn to La Vera's proximity to Macquarie University, Macquarie University Hospital, Macquarie Centre and the Sydney Metro, infrastructure that supports both strong rental demand and a convenient lifestyle for residents.

The apartments feature full-height glazing, timber flooring throughout living areas, stone kitchen benchtops, SMEG appliances, floor-to-ceiling bathroom tiling and ducted air conditioning.

Residents will have access to a rooftop recreation level featuring a swimming pool, sauna, barbecue facilities and landscaped relaxation areas, complemented by additional communal space at ground level. Many apartments enjoy uninterrupted views across Lane Cove National Park, reinforcing the project's connection to its natural setting.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a>, a family-owned developer and builder with nearly four decades of experience, holds a 4.5-star iCIRT rating and was Australia's first developer to introduce 10-Year Latent Defects Insurance (LDI). La Vera is the first apartment development in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/macquarie-park-nsw-2113">Macquarie Park</a> approved to offer the additional insurance protection, alongside a five-year warranty on SMEG appliances.

Urban Property Group CEO Patrick Elias said the additional protection reflects changing buyer expectations in the off the plan market.

"Consumers are a lot more weary and a lot more concerned in buying off the plan than they ever have been. Having LDI is a tool to portray the confidence that we have in our product, and a confidence we want buyers to share," Elias said.

Following completion of the building later this year, buyers will move into their apartments well before Christmas.

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La Vera closes in on completion as Macquarie Park continues residential transformation

Brisbane developer Red &amp; Co's decision to include dual key apartments in its debut Gold Coast apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/como-varsity-lakes-22-lake-street-varsity-lakes-qld-4227">COMO Varsity Lakes</a>, is proving to be one of the project's biggest drawcards, with buyers quickly snapping up the flexible residences.

More than half of the project's 36 dual key apartments have already sold, helping drive COMO beyond the 50 per cent sold mark within the first month of launch.

The strong response highlights growing demand for apartment designs that can adapt to changing lifestyles, with buyers increasingly looking for homes that accommodate multi-generational living, provide rental income opportunities or simply offer greater flexibility over time.

Located on the shores of Lake Orr, COMO will deliver 156 apartments across 16 levels, with the dual-key residences forming a limited release within the broader development.

Each combines a primary two-bedroom apartment with a fully self-contained studio on a single title, connected by a shared foyer and lockable internal door. The design allows owners to house ageing parents, adult children or guests while maintaining privacy, or lease the secondary residence to generate additional income.

Just 17 of the original 36 dual key apartments remain available.

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The innovative configuration combines two fully self-contained residences on a single title, typically comprising a primary two-bedroom apartment alongside a separate studio residence, connected via a shared foyer and lockable internal door.&nbsp;

The model is proving particularly attractive to owner occupiers navigating changing family dynamics and the realities of the current housing crisis.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/npa">NPA</a>&nbsp;CEO Andrew Erwin said dual key living was resonating strongly with modern buyers because it delivered both financial flexibility and practical lifestyle benefits.&nbsp;

“The housing crisis and rising cost of living are fundamentally changing how Australians think about home ownership,” Erwin said.&nbsp;

“Dual key apartments provide a genuine solution for families who want to stay connected while maintaining independence. Parents can help adult children save for a future home, ageing parents can remain nearby without moving into aged care, and owners still retain privacy and flexibility.

“Importantly, buyers are also recognising the financial advantages. It creates the opportunity to generate additional income from part of the home without the holding costs associated with owning a separate investment property.”&nbsp;

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Unlike traditional dual occupancy arrangements, the residences operate under a single title, meaning owners only incur one set of body corporate fees, council rates and holding costs.&nbsp;

The secondary residence can also evolve over time - functioning as guest accommodation, a home office, creative studio or private retreat before later becoming an income-producing asset.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/red-co">Red &amp; Co</a>&nbsp;Director and Co-Founder David Laverty said the strong early sales reflected growing buyer urgency and changing priorities within the market.&nbsp;

“Securing more than half of COMO’s residences within such a short timeframe is an outstanding result and a clear endorsement of both the design and location,” Laverty said.&nbsp;

“Buyers are responding to the combination of location, connectivity and amenity, but ultimately it’s value relative to other East Coast markets that is driving enquiry.”&nbsp;

“We’re also seeing strong interest from owner occupiers looking for homes that can adapt with them over time. Flexibility has become one of the most important considerations for buyers in today’s market.”&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, COMO features a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom residences with 2.7-metre ceilings and larger-format floorplans aimed at owner occupiers, downsizers and lifestyle-focused buyers.&nbsp;

The development will feature an extensive rooftop recreation and wellness offering including a 25-metre lap pool, sundeck, barbecue and dining areas, gym, sauna, plunge baths, landscaped gardens, wellness spaces and rooftop pickleball and paddleball courts.

The remaining dual key apartments range from 137 sqm to 167 sqm and include generous three-bedroom layouts with separate self-contained studio accommodation and dual parking.&nbsp;

Erwin said the dual key concept represented a broader shift in how Australians would live in the future.

“People want homes that can evolve with their lives,” he said.&nbsp;

“A dual key apartment can suit a family today, support an ageing parent tomorrow, and potentially generate income later on. That adaptability is becoming incredibly valuable in the current environment.”

Prices currently range from $2,115,750 to $2,583,000.&nbsp;

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Inter-generational living drives demand for COMO’s dual key apartments as housing pressures reshape buyer priorities 

Builder-developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ceerose">Ceerose</a> has doubled down on its Leichhardt ambitions, lodging its second State Significant Development Application (SSDA) in the suburb in the last six months.

Their newest proposal seeks to transform a former industrial precinct into a new residential community centred around the adaptive reuse of one of the site's heritage warehouse buildings.

The new project, on a 6,930 sqm block at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/40-76-william-street-leichhardt-nsw-2040">40–76 William Street</a>, will bring more than 200 apartments to a suburb that has seen little to no new supply in recent years. It follows Ceerose's late 2025 SSDA for a mixed-use apartment project on nearby Parramatta Road, signalling the developer's growing investment in Sydney's Inner West.

Ceerose Founder Edward Doueihi told Apartments.com.au the developer’s long-standing presence in Leichhardt and the Inner West had given it a strong understanding of how the area has evolved and where its future opportunities lie.

“Ceerose has had a long-standing presence in Leichhardt and the Inner West, giving us a unique understanding of the area’s evolution and future potential,” Doueihi said.

“Having delivered projects throughout the region, we have witnessed the suburb’s transformation first-hand and understand the opportunities for its continued growth.”

Doueihi said that understanding also informed the planning process, with a comprehensive Stakeholder Engagement Outcomes Report prepared before the application was lodged.

The report identified the key issues and concerns raised by neighbouring residents and other stakeholders, allowing those matters to be considered and incorporated into the design where appropriate.

He said the delivery of additional housing would also play an important role in supporting the revitalisation of Norton Street and the Italian Forum.

“By increasing the local residential population, the development is expected to strengthen demand for local businesses, encourage further investment, and help restore the vibrancy that made the precinct a thriving destination in the early 2000s.”

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, the redevelopment would involve the demolition of four existing industrial buildings while retaining and adaptively reusing the site's most significant warehouse. The retained structure would anchor a new residential precinct comprising five interconnected buildings arranged around a large central landscaped courtyard, with heights stepping from five storeys along the surrounding residential streets to 11 storeys at the William Street corner.

According to the Architecture Design Report by Woods Bagot, the proposal "seeks to create a residential village centred around a generous green heart while celebrating the site's industrial heritage through the adaptive reuse of the existing warehouse building."

The development would comprise 203 apartments, with 188 proposed as build-to-sell residences, alongside 15 affordable housing apartments.

Rather than treating the retained warehouse as a standalone heritage object, Woods Bagot has sought to weave the site's industrial history throughout the masterplan. The proposal retains the north and west facades of the landmark corner warehouse, while new buildings reinterpret the site's brick-and-steel industrial language through their material palette and architectural expression.

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The design is organised around what Woods Bagot describes as a "green heart", a landscaped communal open space that reinstates the leafy character removed when the site became an industrial storage facility. A new pedestrian laneway running through the site would improve permeability between William, North and Francis streets, linking residents through landscaped public spaces while activating the ground plane.

Residents would have access to communal gardens and shared recreation areas distributed throughout the development. Sustainability has also been prioritised, with the project targeting an average 7.9-star NatHERS rating. Proposed initiatives include rooftop solar generation, rainwater harvesting, passive solar design, naturally ventilated lobbies, extensive cross-ventilation and the reuse of existing building fabric to reduce embodied carbon.

The adaptive reuse strategy became a defining feature of the application after heritage investigations found only one of the site's industrial buildings could feasibly be retained. The Heritage Impact Statement concludes that preserving the key warehouse façades while referencing the site's industrial character throughout the new development provides an appropriate balance between renewal and conservation.

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"Retention and adaptation of the site buildings has been explored but found not to be feasible except for the tallest building, whose street facades will be retained," the heritage report states.

"The proposed building will interpret the brick and steel character of the subject site, including reuse of some components and construction of a large 'sawtooth' structure in the proposed open space."

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The William Street site is located around 300 metres from Leichhardt North Light Rail station and a short walk to Norton Street's retail, dining and hospitality precinct. The surrounding area has increasingly become a focus for urban renewal given its proximity to public transport and the Parramatta Road corridor.

Doueihi founded Ceerose in 1998 and has grown the business to become one of Sydney's more active apartment developers in recent years, with completed projects including The Alex Collective in Alexandria, Abbie's Lane in Annandale, and the award-winning Munro House in Elizabeth Bay. They are currently delivering Belgravia, 17 luxury apartments in Potts Point.

First look: Ceerose doubles down in Leichhardt with adaptive reuse of former warehouse site

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Tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes is whispered to have secured a very grand Southern Highlands country estate.
The Atlassian founder is tipped to emerge as the $5.35 million buyer of <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-acreage+semi-rural-nsw-kangaloon-127430818" target="_blank">Rosehill Farm, the 45 hectare property in Kangaloon.</a>
Complete with Richard Rowe-designed homestead, Rosehill Farm features a designer country farmhouse, complete with interiors styled by Coco Republic. It sits in gardens by landscaped architect Michael Bligh.
The English style walled garden areas feature an orchard, veggie gardens, croquet lawns and outdoor alfresco spaces under wisteria covered pergola complete with fireplace and pizza oven.
The 2005-built Australian homestead with a wrap-around verandah, incorporated elements of New England architecture.
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Spanning 540 sqm of internal living, the five bedrooms home has a gym, study, and a walk-in cool room for catering.
Completing the farm element is a stable complex, barn machinery shed, two horse stalls and a dressage arena. There's also a self-contained studio on the property.
The family already owns in the highlands, Joadja Creek Farm, a 390 hectare farm bought for $3.3 million in 2016. 
Rosehill last sold in 2016.
Funds manager Will Liley and his UK born artist wife Janice sold to entreprenuer Rose Deo for $4.8 million through estate agent Deborah Cullen.
This article was first published in the Sunday Telegraph.
 
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Rosehill Farm, Kangaloon sold by Rose Deo

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Mandalay, a 77 hectare estate in Exeter in the NSW Southern Highlands, has been listed for sale.
Its comes with a guide of $10 million to $11 million.
It's been listed by investment banker Chris Fullerton and his wife Judith. The couple commissioned the British-Colonial-style residence shortly after paying $300,000 for the cattle-grazing property in 1991.
Set in gardens landscaped by James Pfeiffer, <a href="http://www.christiesrealestate.com/eng/sales/detail/170-l-86-f1711200838700008/mandalay-magnificent-77ha-southern-highlands-estate-exeter-ta-2579" target="_blank">Mandalay has seven bedrooms</a>, seven bathrooms a custom built sauna and 3,800 bottle wine cellar.
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It was inspired by a 1900s grand mansion the Fullerton's saw in Singapore.
A three bedroom caretaker's cottage, north-south tennis court, croquet lawn, walled rose garden and orchard sit on the parcel.
Christie's International agents Ken Jacobs and Bruce Eason are marketing the home.
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Mandalay trophy home in Exeter listed with $11 million hopes

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AFL Swans legend Tony “Plugger” Lockett and his wife Vicki have sold their Moss Vale property, Roscoe Park, after having $4.6 million hopes.
The Swans specialist coach, who calls himself a hobby farmer, advised the listing was with a tinge of sadness. 
But he advised it was time for change, somewhere down the coast. 
The AFL’s all-time greatest goalkicker moved to the Highlands in 2000 with his wife and then young daughters.
He took up cattle farming along with greyhound racing.
The couple bought the 40-hectare property for $1.2 million after he initially retired from the Swans.
Renovations and extensions plus an indoor pool complex have been undertaken at the property which now has a six-bedroom house.
Duncan Hill, of Duncan Hill Property sold it Michelle Cameron, wife of Suncorp chief executive Michael Cameron.
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Tony Lockett sells in Southern Highlands 

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Radio host Kyle Sandilands has settled on a Southern Highlands home.
He's bought Twin Creeks Farm, aka Taballa, an 1890s Federation style farmhouse on 61 hectares in Robertson which he will share with partner Imogen Anthony, who grew up near the area.
The residence has been partially renovated and remodelled since it last traded for $2.31 million in 2007. It has three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a guest house with a self-contained bedsit.
An orchard has apples and citrus trees, as well as blackberries, blueberries and strawberries.
There are stone lined creek beds with mini waterfalls which result in a large pond with goldfish and platypus.
It cost Sandilands $2,982,500. Sandilands recently said on the air that he earned over $3 million a year, just from the radio.
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The property lends itself to farming interests, coming complete with 16 fenced paddocks which will host up to 150 head of cattle.
There's a four bay garage with machinery shed, a large hay storage facility and a cattle crush.
The listing through R J Mackey Real Estate said the property could lend itself to either a farmstay, wedding venue or bed and breakfast.
Judging by Sandilands' partner Imogen Anthony however, it looks like it will be a place for the couple to raise their future children.
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Accompanying her post outside the property (above), she wrote...
“Last week was a big week for us as we finally got the keys to our first dream property together down on the Southern Highlands,” she wrote online.
“We are now the proud owners of over 150 acres of prime land for our animals future animals and potential little human animals."
It was bought from Ben and Krisane Bunda.
 
 
 
 
 
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Radio host Kyle Sandilands buys in Southern Highlands

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The Agency has created a strategic link between the Southern Highlands and Sydney markets with the appointment of Ben Olofsen to the team.
The Southern Highlands has experienced extraordinary price growth over the last five years, mainly due to interest from Sydney buyers looking for a change in lifestyle, investment or holiday home.
National director of sales at The Agency Thomas McGlynn says it was an important step to take.
“Ben Olofsen joining The Agency creates a significant connection between our Sydney and Southern Highlands clients.
"There is enormous interest between these two markets and we can now service this demand,”
“Ben’s impressive track record in the area and his genuine care for his clients, means he is the perfect fit for The Agency and the agent we needed on board.”
The premium market in the Southern Highlands has risen by 76% over the last five years with a median house price of $1 million in the Wingecarribee Shire.
Over the last decade, the property values in the Southern Highlands have increased by 70.4% as of October this year.
Olofsen holds an impressive footprint across the Southern Highlands region and services a diverse range of properties.
For example, on the 1st of this month Ben sold three properties, a $700,000 house in Sutton Forest, a $1.15 million home in Mittagong and a $3.25 million house in Bowral.
Olofsen said he is client focused and people come first.
"Transparency, honesty and my local knowledge allow me to service the Southern Highlands community to the highest standards,” Olofsen says.
“This is not just a transaction for me, it is a commitment to achieving the best possible results for my clients.
“Having grown up in Bowral and now living locally with my family, I am truly passionate about the local community. With my four children I am heavily involved in the local sporting groups and a committee member for the BDCU Children’s Foundation.”
It is this authentic connection to the Southern Highlands that drove Ben Olofsen’s decision to move forward with The Agency.
“When I was approached by The Agency, it was clear that the brand provided me with the perfect platform to provide my clients with the highest level of professionalism and commitment, whilst accessing the databases of the highest performing agents in Sydney,” Ben Olofsen explains.
“The Agency model allows me flexibility to tailor the most effective sales strategies specific to each client’s property and their individual needs.”
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High-profile Southern Highlands agent Ben Olofsen joins The Agency

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Mandalay, a 77 hectare estate in Exeter, has been listed for sale with a guide of $10 million to $11 million.
It's been listed by investment banker Chris Fullerton and his wife Judith. The couple commissioned the British-Colonial-style residence shortly after paying $300,000 for the cattle-grazing property in 1991.
Set in gardens landscaped by James Pfeiffer, <a href="http://www.christiesrealestate.com/eng/sales/detail/170-l-86-f1711200838700008/mandalay-magnificent-77ha-southern-highlands-estate-exeter-ta-2579" target="_blank">Mandalay has seven bedrooms</a>, seven bathrooms a custom built sauna and 3,800 bottle wine cellar.
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It was inspired by a 1900s grand mansion the Fullerton's saw in Singapore.
A three bedroom caretaker's cottage, north-south tennis court, croquet lawn, walled rose garden and orchard sit on the parcel.
Christie's International agents Ken Jacobs and Bruce Eason are marketing the home.
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Singapore-inspired Southern Highlands trophy home Mandalay for sale

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The former rugby league player-turn-hotelier Steve Bowden will emerge as the mystery $8.25 million buyer of the Southern Highlands estate, Wattle Ridge.
The 258-hectare Hill Top holding in Nattai was sold by publisher Matt Handbury and Clare Strang earlier this spring.
​Bowden, who played for the Newtown Jets from 1978 to 1982, recently sold two hotels, the Hurstville Ritz Hotel and Cabramatta Hotel for a $90 million total.
Labelled one of the outstanding rural estate on the Southern Highlands, the 20 hectare parcel is bounded on three sides by the Nattai National Park.
William Zuccon designed the six bedroom American Georgian style home that was completed in 1998, with interior decoration from Thomas Hamel.
An all-weather tennis court, heated pool, dressage arena with two stables and a three bedroom cottage for guest accomodation.
As a working farm its is capable of carrying 50 breeding cows and horses.
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Steve Bowden set to emerge as Wattle Ridge buyer in Southern Highlands

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The family of World Rugby chief medical officer Martin Raftery has bought a Southern Highlands retreat.
With wife Catherine and sons Simon and Matthew, they've spent $2.83 million on <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-robertson-124938394" target="_blank">Windrush</a>, a 51 hectare garden estate in Robertson.
The single storey home has five bedrooms, three bathrooms, two studies, a formal living and dining area and a wine cellar.
A wisteria covered outdoor entertaining area looks out to the landscaped gardens originally designed by James Pfeiffer and more recently updated by Catherine Lewis.
A swimming pool, tennis court and ornamental lake also sit on the parcel.
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The retreat was advertised as a pastured improved former dairy country, capable of carrying up to 80 head of cattle.
Chopping and changing agency's, the home spent over two years on the market before being sold by Sydney Sotheby's agents Tony Barron and Stuart Davies, who had a guide of $3.2 million.
It was initially priced at $3.8 million in April 2015.
Raftery was a handy Cronulla junior himself. He was the team physician at St George Illawarra Dragons for 18 years.
During this time he was the team physician at the Wallabies for six years. He was made chief medical officer for the ARU in 2004.
In 2011 he took over as the CMO at World Rugby.
While on tour to New Zealand with a combined Sydney side in 1976, Raftery talked opposing Auckland forward Kurt Sorensen into joining the Sharks.
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Windrush, Robertson garden estate sold

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The Southern Highlands weekender Wattle Ridge owned by publisher Matt Handbury and Clare Strang has been sold for $8.25 million.
It was listed with $10 million hopes when first put up for sale back in September last year.
The Hill Top estate is on the eastern lip of the Southern Highlands, bounded on three sides by the Nattai National Park.
About half the estate retains its natural vegetation with trails through the bush to the escarpment.
There is a six-bedroom homestead, completed in 1998 in the American Georgian style by architect William Zuccon and with interior decoration by Thomas Hamel.
It is surrounded by 20ha of irrigated gardens, lakes and lawn. The grounds come with an all-weather tennis court, heated pool, dressage arena with two stables and a three-bedroom cottage for guest accommodation.
As a working farm its is capable of carrying 50 breeding cows and horses. 
The agents who handled the sale, Meares &amp; Associates and Christies International Real Estate, said Wattle Ridge was one of the outstanding rural estates on the Southern Highlands.
 
 
 
 
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Wattle Ridge at Hill Top sold by Matt Handbury

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AFL Swans legend Tony “Plugger” Lockett and his wife Vicki have listed their Southern Highlands property, Roscoe Park at $4.6 million.
The Swans specialist coach, who told the Sunday Telegraph last weekend he calls himself a hobby farmer, is listing with a tinge of sadness. 
“Yeah, it’s time for change, somewhere back down the coast I reckon.
"This place has ticked all the boxes.
"It’s been good for the family, the kids have loved growing up here,” he said. 
The AFL’s all-time greatest goalkicker moved to the Highlands in 2000 with his wife and then young daughters.
He took up cattle farming along with greyhound racing.
The couple bought the 40-hectare property for $1.2 million after he initially retired from the Swans.
Renovations and extensions plus an indoor pool complex have been undertaken at the property which now has a six-bedroom house.
Duncan Hill, of Duncan Hill Property, has a $4.6 million asking price.
The downsizers are likely to remain in the Southern Highlands, where two of their daughters are at school.
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