<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> has lodged plans for a $750 million, three-tower mixed-use precinct that would complete the long-running redevelopment of Carlton's former Carlton United Breweries site.

The proposal at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/185-195-queensberry-street-carlton-vic-3053">46-78 Bouverie Street and 185-195 Queensberry Street</a> spans a 6,468 sqm site, the last remaining undeveloped parcels within the former brewery's 2007 masterplan.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the development will comprise two purpose-built student accommodation towers and a third build-to-sell apartment tower above a shared commercial podium and basement.

Across the three towers, SP Setia is proposing 606 build-to-sell apartments and 1,499 student accommodation units containing 2,009 beds.

The apartments will sit in the tallest tower, which will rise nearly 200m and 55 storeys. It will become&nbsp;one of the more substantial new build-to-sell apartment projects at the northern edge of Melbourne's CBD.

The apartment mix is weighted toward smaller inner-city product, with 188 studios, 206 one-bedroom apartments, 192 two-bedroom apartments and 20 three-bedroom apartments

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Part of the precinct will be a large-scale&nbsp;3,684 sqm supermarket and a further 2,198 sqm of speciality retail, creating close to 5,900 sqm of new commercial space within the precinct.

But one of the biggest components of the proposal is what sits between the buildings.

Around 4,650 sqm, or roughly 72 per cent of the site, will be publicly accessible open space, incorporating plazas, pedestrian connections, landscaped laneways and retail spill-out areas.

The ground plane is intended to finally complete pedestrian connections envisaged when the CUB masterplan was first approved nearly two decades ago, stitching together Victoria Street, Queensberry Street, Bouverie Street and Swanston Street through the former brewery precinct.

Urbis said the development would "complete the CUB precinct", with the public realm providing important north-south and east-west connections through what is currently the final undeveloped portion of the masterplanned site.

SP Setia is also exploring a new linear park within the Bouverie Street road reserve, with the concept to be developed further with the City of Melbourne through the planning process.

The proposal is being pursued through the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program under Clause 53.23 for significant residential development with affordable housing.

The planning report acknowledges the proposed heights exceed those contemplated under the original Comprehensive Development Plan and masterplan, but argues the built-form context has changed considerably over the past two decades.

Urbis said the three towers would instead create a stepped transition between Carlton and the Hoddle Grid, rising progressively from the 94.1-metre Tower One along the Queensberry Street edge to the 199.44-metre Tower Three closer to the established CBD-scale buildings to the south.

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SP Setia plans to deliver the development across three stages.

Stage One would deliver the basement, podium and retail areas for the entire precinct alongside the first student tower. Tower Two would follow in Stage Two, before the 606-apartment Tower Three is delivered as the final stage.

If approved and delivered, the project would close out a redevelopment process that has been underway since the former brewery masterplan was approved in 2007, adding more than 2,600 student beds and apartments to a precinct already home to Swanston Central, the Barak Building, RMIT Design Hub and several large student accommodation developments.

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SP Setia plans three-tower finale for Carlton’s former CUB precinct

Melbourne developer Lowe Living is seeking to add to its growing bayside apartment pipeline, filing plans for a boutique eight-residence development in tightly held Middle Park.

Lowe Living, which has built much of its development portfolio across Melbourne's affluent bayside and south-east suburbs, is behind the plans for the 730 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/123-125-erskine-street-middle-park-vic-3206">123-125 Erskine Street</a>, just off Armstrong Street and within the Armstrong Street Neighbourhood Activity Centre.

The developer is seeking approval for a five-storey residential building above two basement levels, with just eight large-format apartments and 18 car spaces.

“This is a deliberately very different proposition for us,"&nbsp;Tim Lowe, Co-Founder of Lowe Living, said.

"Eight residences is exceptionally boutique, but that's precisely what this site calls for.

“There is a strong community in Middle Park and the surrounding suburbs who have spent decades building a life here. They no longer want the maintenance of a large period home, but they aren't prepared to compromise on space, quality or location. We think there is a real opportunity to capture that hyper local market. A site like this rarely comes to market.”

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The low-density proposal has been designed by Cera Stribley and is being progressed through the Victorian Government's Great Design Fast Track pathway, having already secured eligibility from the Minister for Planning.

The Office of the Victorian Government Architect supported its eligibility after finding the proposal demonstrated consistency with the program's seven design principles, while the project's financial feasibility has also been independently confirmed by Invest Victoria.

The project is targeting the downsizer market, with the planning documents describing the homes as larger-format residences and noting the two penthouses could otherwise have been configured as four separate apartments.

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The site has dual frontage to Erskine Street and Canterbury Place and currently comprises a collection of commercial buildings used as offices, including a former heritage bakehouse, a former stable, a later gabled addition and a central courtyard.

It sits within the Commercial 1 Zone and the Armstrong Street Commercial Precinct heritage overlay, with the existing property classified as a contributory heritage place.

Heritage has subsequently played a significant role in Cera Stribley's design.

The front section of the former bakehouse facing Erskine Street will be retained, including its return walls, street-facing hipped roof and chimneys, while the Erskine Street façade and part of the western return wall of the former stable will also be incorporated into the new development.

Levels four and five will be set back five metres from the retained stable façade, while bricks removed through demolition are proposed to be salvaged and reused within the new building where possible.

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Rather than presenting as a single five-storey building to Erskine Street, Cera Stribley has broken the development into a series of distinct forms.

A three-storey infill element will sit between the retained bakehouse and stable façades, with the upper levels recessed behind the heritage fabric. Canterbury Place will similarly feature two three-storey podium forms, separated by a central pedestrian accessway, before the upper two levels step back from the street.

A pedestrian through-link will run through the centre of the project between Erskine Street and Canterbury Place, creating entrances from both sides of the site and introducing landscaping and communal areas through the ground plane.

Landscape architect Acre has designed planting across the ground level, private terraces and upper levels, including a feature canopy tree at level three and integrated planting and arbours across the level four terraces. Five existing Erskine Street trees are proposed to be retained.

Sustainability is also a significant component of the Great Design Fast Track application. The apartments are targeting an average eight-star NatHERS rating, with no residence below 6.5 stars, while the project has achieved a 75 per cent BESS score. Seven of the eight apartments are designed for cross-ventilation, with the remaining residence using mechanically assisted natural ventilation.

The plans also incorporate an 8kWp rooftop solar system, a 5,000-litre rainwater tank and infrastructure allowing future electric vehicle charging for every residence.

Lowe has a strong portfolio across Melbourne's blue-chip suburbs. They recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/jardin-house-by-lowe-living-camberwell-335-camberwell-road-camberwell-vic-3124">Jardin House by Lowe Living</a> in Camberwell, their first development in the Stonnington LGA.

Lowe Living unveils Middle Park apartment development

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	<li data-end="442" data-section-id="8tsh6o" data-start="289">DVB Projects is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway at 137 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach.</li>
	<li data-end="573" data-section-id="1nyxl3e" data-start="443">The 34-level tower will comprise just 49 ultra-luxury residences, including half-floor, full-floor and penthouse apartments.</li>
	<li data-end="717" data-section-id="oiyimj" data-start="574">The launch follows strong demand at DVB's nearby Sea Glass project, which is more than 50 per cent sold and currently under construction.</li>
	<li data-end="888" data-section-id="epk9o9" data-start="718">The development adds to the transformation of Old Burleigh Road, with premium beachfront apartment projects continuing to reshape the tightly held Broadbeach strip.</li>
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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dvb-projects">DVB Projects</a> is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway on the Broadbeach site as the Sydney developer moves closer to bringing the ultra-luxury project to market.

The 34-level tower at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/137-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">137 Old Burleigh Road</a> will comprise just 49 residences, ranging from half-floor apartments through to full-floor homes and a penthouse. The launch follows the strong sales performance of DVB's nearby Sea Glass development. More than half of the apartments at Sea Glass, on the other side of Broadbeach, have been snapped up, well ahead of its late 2027 completion

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The start of demolition at 137 Old Burleigh Road signals DVB Projects’ underlying confidence in the Gold Coast’s luxury beachside apartment sector.

“We see the Gold Coast as one of the most compelling lifestyle markets in Australia, particularly at the premium end where demand continues to deepen,” said Dean Brown, Managing Director of DVB.&nbsp;

“This project has been carefully designed to respond to that demand - delivering large-format residences with a level of quality, privacy and amenity that is still relatively rare in the apartment market on the beachside."

Brown says the site itself is "exceptional."

"Old Burleigh Road is one of the most tightly held beachfront strips, and opportunities to deliver a project of this scale and calibre in this location are extremely limited.”

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The project will comprise 40 half-floor residences of approximately 260 sqm, alongside eight full-floor residences spanning around 524 sqm.

A single penthouse will crown the building, featuring a private pool, barbecue area, indoor gym and dedicated entertaining spaces.

Residents will have access to a resort-style suite of amenities, including a 20-metre pool with daybeds, a gymnasium, hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, and private residents’ lounge and dining facilities.

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Sales agent Todd Matheson, of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/pezet-matheson">Pezet Matheson</a>, which is marketing both 137 Old Burleigh Road and Sea Glass, said 137 Old Burleigh Road would address a clear gap in the market for genuine luxury products.

“There are very few opportunities on the Gold Coast where buyers can secure a residence of this size and quality in a new building,” Matheson said.

“What we’re seeing is a growing cohort of downsizers and interstate buyers who still want space - they’re not willing to compromise on living area, entertaining or finishes.

“This project has been designed with that buyer in mind. It offers the scale of a home, combined with the convenience and security of apartment living, in one of the coast’s most desirable positions.”

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Located on a 1,156 sqm site one block from the beachfront, the development will replace an ageing walk-up building and is expected to contribute to the ongoing transformation of the Old Burleigh Road strip into one of the Gold Coast’s most prestigious residential corridors.

With the development moving into the delivery phase, 137 Old Burleigh Road is slated to hit the market later this year.

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DVB Projects to launch second Broadbeach apartment tower as demolition commences

<a data-end="327" data-is-only-node="" data-start="250" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/norus-projects" rel="noopener" target="_new">Norus Developments</a> has lodged plans for a new apartment development in Clayton that would add further momentum to the suburb's emerging Green Street corridor.

Plans have been lodged for the consolidated site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1359-1365-centre-road-clayton-vic-3168">1359-1365 Centre Road</a>, where Norus is seeking approval for 218 apartments across a 12-storey apartment building designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/life-architecture-and-urban-design">Life Architecture</a>.

The proposal sits within the Clayton Major Activity Centre at the threshold of the planned Green Street corridor, a landscaped pedestrian connection intended to improve links through the precinct towards Clayton Railway Station.

The development would replace the site's existing collection of low-scale residential and commercial buildings with a single consolidated building, introducing significantly greater housing density to this part of Centre Road.

A retail tenancy is proposed at ground level to activate the Centre Road frontage, accompanied by transparent street interfaces and landscaping intended to create a more pedestrian-focused edge to the development.

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The building has been designed with stepped massing and upper-level setbacks to manage its transition towards surrounding residential properties. The planning report describes the approach as one that integrates the building into the landscape rather than treating landscaping as a secondary element.

"A strong landscape and public realm strategy underpins the proposal," Urbis states in the planning report.

"Public benefits include an affordable housing contribution, a new pocket park, generous landscaped setbacks, deep soil planting and integrated Water Sensitive Urban Design."

The report adds that these elements are intended to create "a permeable, pedestrian-focused ground plane that enhances walkability, supports urban cooling and reinforces the emerging Green Street character."

Biophilic and passive design principles extend through the residential levels, with planting, daylight, natural ventilation and views towards landscaped areas forming part of the amenity strategy.

Parking would be concentrated away from the public realm, with 145 car spaces proposed from the rear laneway rather than dominating the Centre Road frontage.

The proposal follows an extensive pre-application process with the City of Monash. Three formal meetings were held between the project team and Council from December 2025 to March 2026, with the scheme evolving through several concept iterations before the current design was lodged.

The project arrives as Clayton prepares for substantial change around its established activity centre and the wider Suburban Rail Loop precinct. Its position on Centre Road places the development within an existing concentration of shops, services and public transport, while the Green Street connection is intended to strengthen pedestrian access towards Clayton Railway Station.

First look: Norus plans landscape-led apartment project for Clayton’s emerging Green Street

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> has officially commenced construction on Bronze on Chevron, celebrating the sod turning of its first-ever Gold Coast development and marking a significant milestone in the company's continued expansion across South East Queensland.&nbsp;

Following the successful delivery of premium residential developments throughout Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bronze-on-chevron-8-mawarra-street-chevron-island-qld-4217">Bronze on Chevron</a> represents Gardner Vaughan Group's entry into the Gold Coast market. Bronze will deliver 119 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments above two ground-level retail tenancies.

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The recent sod turning ceremony was attended by Deputy Mayor Mark Hammel, President of the Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club, Cassandra Sedgman, project consultants, purchasers, project partners and invited guests to celebrate the commencement of construction.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group Chief Executive Officer Simon Betteridge said Bronze on Chevron represented an exciting new chapter for the business.&nbsp;

"We've spent almost four decades building homes that respond to the way people want to live, and we're excited to bring that experience to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>," Betteridge said.

"Bronze on Chevron is particularly significant because it marks Gardner Vaughan Group's first development on the Gold Coast following many successful projects across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast."

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Betteridge said the ground breaking is a proud moment for the&nbsp;team and their purchasers, who can now see their future homes beginning to take shape.&nbsp;

"As both developer and builder, we're able to oversee every aspect of the project from design through to construction, ensuring the quality and attention to detail Gardner Vaughan Group has become renowned for."&nbsp;

Designed by acclaimed architectural practice <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, Bronze on Chevron has been thoughtfully designed to complement Chevron Island's evolving streetscape while embracing its relaxed coastal lifestyle.

The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029.&nbsp;

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The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029

Gardner Vaughan Group breaks ground on first Gold Coast development, Bronze on Chevron

Sunshine Coast apartments

Renowned Sunshine Coast developer Cube Developments is down to its last remaining penthouse at its under-construction Bokarina Beach apartment development, Oasis.

The two-level penthouse, priced at $5.6 million, spans 242 sqm internally and more than doubles in size given the generous amount of terracing and a private rooftop which takes the total space to well over 500 sqm.

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Local Queensland architect Cameron Sheedy, responsible for the design of Oasis, emphasised the importance of prioritising airflow and natural light, creating what he described as "an extremely superior product" in the market.&nbsp;

The penthouse features soaring double-storey glass windows that provide expansive ocean and hinterland views.

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Cube Developments' interior designer Sarah Busch spoke of the subtle yet elegant design choices within the penthouse, featuring soft and neutral tones that complement the expansive views.

The penthouse extends onto a private landscaped rooftop terrace complete with a pool, custom joinery with BBQ, kitchen garden and zoned entertainment seating spaces. 
 
The penthouse includes a large glass surround fireplace, with meticulously considered joinery designed to appear closer to an art piece addition. The kitchen features an integrated fridge, Smeg appliances, and a full suite of laundry appliances tucked away in a dedicated laundry space.

An elevated and private home office ensures future residents will be able to work from home with ease.

Buyers of the penthouse also have the option to add a window covering package, adding to the convenience and comfort of their new home.

Penthouse buyers will also benefit from Oasis’ boutique amenities, including open-air dining with pizza oven, gym, swimming pool, and an outdoor beach shower set among the secure and lush garden compound.&nbsp;Beyond this, the site boasts maximised access to almost 180-degree ocean views stretching north from Point Cartwright down to the Caloundra Headland.&nbsp;

Upon completion, Oasis will be home to 56 luxury apartments located on one of the last remaining beachfront blocks on&nbsp;<a href="/developments/bokarina-qld-4575">Bokarina</a> Beach.

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At the time of the purchase of the Kombi Street site, Cube Director Scott Juniper said the 3,215 sqm block, located between Caloundra and Mooloolaba and adjacent to <a href="/buildings/the-terraces-at-bokarina-beach-corner-lake-kawana-boulevard-birtinya-boulevard-birtinya">Bokarina Beach</a>, was earmarked for a six-level apartment building of up to 75 apartments.

But Juniper wanted to go the other way, planning something more boutique which would offer a point of difference to the other developments in the masterplan.

“Four of the six sites nearby are under construction and are quite large scale, large built form projects, some with over 100 units,” Juniper said, adding that those developments will have ground floor activation.

“We’re looking to go boutique, with larger format units, and really build to the strength of what Bokarina Beach has become,” Juniper said.

The other five two-level penthouses have been snapped up, with buyers ranging from locals to those from Brisbane, Sydney and even Singapore.

Oasis is over 90 per cent sold and is expected to complete in late 2024.

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Oasis is over 90 per cent sold and is expected to complete in late 2024

Cube release final penthouse at Bokarina Beach development Oasis

Developers Scott Property Group are well underway with construction on their latest Sunshine Coast apartment development, The Beachfront Buddina, which is set for completion in early 2024.&nbsp;

The Beachfront Buddina offers&nbsp;a rare opportunity to secure never-to-be-built-out ocean and hinterland view apartments, with each spacious residence featuring aesthetic design, an abundance of natural light, exceptional finishes, stunning views and access to a private residents-only pool, corner store and cafe.

Designed by regulars across the coast, OGE Architects, The Beachfront Buddina strikes a balance between architectural artistry and natural form, with a mix of three and four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

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Bold lines are enhanced with vertical timber screening, complementing the cascading natural greenery to create an urban oasis.

But it's not just the exterior that's impressive – inside high-end living with luxurious fixtures and fittings are standard, including Miele appliances, open layouts and spacious balconies with floor-to-ceiling glass for seamless indoor-outdoor integration.

Start your beach-life journey with a separate beach room at entry, complete with vanity and sink. And with secure parking, elevators, and ducted heating/cooling, residents will enjoy the ultimate in comfort and convenience.

But&nbsp;The Beachfront Buddina isn't just a place to live – it's a community.

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Exclusive access to the residents-only pool, communal gardens, recreational seating and tennis courts allows residents to immerse themselves in the local area and meet the neighbours, while the beach, Surf Club, an array of restaurants, schools and shops are just steps away.&nbsp;

Plus, The Beachfront Buddina is a residential-only building, designed for owner-occupiers with no short-term rentals or Airbnb. This means you can enjoy the peace and privacy of a home designed for long-term living.

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The Beachfront Buddina offers a rare opportunity to secure never-to-be-built-out ocean and hinterland view apartments

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Inside The Beachfront Buddina apartment development

The Sunshine Coast market has performed as well anywhere in the country over the last five years.

Following a nation-wide decline in property values when the RBA started hiking rates, the Sunshine Coast has bounced back strongly, posting two per cent gains over the last three months, after seeing the market contract over 13 per cent.

But the upswing in values was so large, Sunshine Coast housing values are over 35 per cent, or around $239,000, higher than they were prior to the onset of COVID in March 2020, data&nbsp;exclusively commissioned from CoreLogic found.

CoreLogic Research Director Tim Lawless says it's yet to be seen whether the recent upswing can be sustained in the face of higher interest rates.

"Offsetting the downside effects of high interest rates and low sentiment is a persistently low number of listings," Lawless said.

"At the end of May, advertised supply levels were tracking 26.9 per cent below the previous five year average and one per cent lower than a year ago."

Lawless says the outlook remains strong for the Sunshine Coast property market.

"With interstate and internal migration rates expected to support demand across the region, the outlook for housing demand remains strong against a backdrop of reasonably tight housing supply.

"While we could see the pace of growth in housing values reduce, or even go backwards, if interest rates hold higher for longer, the medium to long term outlook for the Sunshine Coast remains positive."

The continued strong performance of Maroochydore, the Sunshine Coast CBD which has seen unit values jump over 40 per cent since 2018, paired with the relative affordability compared to Sydney, has Sydney-based investors not only window shopping, but going in the store and buying. And they're doing so in large numbers.

Sydney investors have made up&nbsp;nearly 50 per cent of all purchases in The Corso, the new two-tower development from prominent local builder developer Habitat Development Group.

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The development is only the second tower in the evolving Maroochdyore CBD, which is one of just a handful of greenfield CBD's in the world. In Layman's terms, the Sunshine Coast City Council are building the CBD from scratch, and therefore are able to effectively create a city built with more modern technology than other cities across the world. Think automated waste tunnels underground rather than rubbish trucks.

The multi-billion dollar investment is turning what was once a retirement town into a thriving city with a self-sustaining economy. Health related services and construction are the two biggest employers in the burgeoning region, whose economy now mirrors that of Adelaide

There's the internationally-designated airport which has been a huge drawcard for investment, as well as overseas population growth, aided by the award-winning Sunshine Coast University, who are making waves all over the world for their green environmental work. The university recently ranked among the world’s top two per cent of universities according to the Times Higher Education Rankings.

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The next step for Maroochydore is the public transport links, with a light rail under proposal to connect the housing precincts with the key employment hubs like&nbsp;the university, hospital, and the new CBD.&nbsp;Last year's budget proposed a $3.2 billion plan to connect Maroochydore to Brisbane by train, a commute of just over an hour.

The proposition of an affordable entry point compared to Sydney, paired with a significant infrastructure pipeline, have been the major drivers for Sydney investors.

Habitat Development Group's Sales Director Michael Schenk however says the buyers so far aren't a typical investor.

"They're also looking for an asset that they can use,"&nbsp;Schenk says.

"Nearly all of the purchasers have looked at the apartments long-term, with a view that they could capitalise on strong rental prices over the next decade, before moving into the apartment and either making a sea change or retiring."

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The Sunshine Coast is no different to the rest of the country with how tight rental markets are, Schenk says however it's not a new trend locally.

"The tight rental market in the Sunshine Coast isn't following the pattern of the other capital cities across the country.

"Across our portfolio for the last six years or so, vacancy rates have been well below one per cent.

"Maybe the recent crisis has brought it down closer to 0 per cent than one per cent, but the demand for rentals in the Sunshine Coast has been apparent for a number of years."

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A local leasing agency expect the two-bedroom apartments in The Corso to secure a tenant between $720 to $790 a week, depending on which floor plan and level the apartment sits.

Prices for the two-bedroom apartments start from $849,900, which would give an investor a rental yield of between 4.4 per cent and 4.8 per cent.

The agency also noted that, given the development is to be completed within the next year, investors could realistically factor in rental growth expectations between five and 10 per cent per annum on current prices.

Habitat are currently building The Corso, and are up to level seven of the build which is expected to be completed by July 2024.

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The development is only the second tower in the evolving Maroochdyore CBD, which is one of just a handful of greenfield CBD's in the world

Why Sydney investors are dominating in Maroochydore's The Corso development on the Sunshine Coast

Gardner Vaughan Group Zinc has made sure it caters for families at it's Sunshine Coast development Zinc, with a number of three and four-bedroom apartment and townhouse options at the Bokarina project.

Adding to the family appeal is the resident's heated swimming pool on the podium level of the project. That includes a kids shallow area.

The Brisbane-based developer has commenced construction at the beachfront project, which has 92 apartments and townhouses on offer. They're targeted a completion date of early 2024.

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GVG wanted to create homes that feel like traditional houses, ensuring that residents have plenty of space to relax, entertain, and truly make their own.

There's further amenity past the swimming pool. Zinc also features recreational areas, including multiple barbecue areas and herb and vegetable gardens. There's a fully-equipped gym, as well as a function room complete with a kitchenette.&nbsp;

Inside the apartments, no detail has been overlooked. Each residence is appointed with luxury inclusions and finishes, coupled with high ceilings, zoned and ducted air conditioning, and commercial acoustic glazing throughout.

Each apartment comes with residential parking and storage space, while Zinc will also offer ample visitor parking and charging stations for electric cars.

Outdoor enthusiasts will be pleased to find outdoor showers and a surfboard washroom, as well as a wall-mounted bike rack for each car park, in addition to car wash and vacuum bay.&nbsp;

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Location-wise, Zinc offers the best of both worlds.

Situated just 20 minutes from the Sunshine Coast Airport, it is easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers, while&nbsp;Brisbane Airport is also within reach, just 64 minutes away.

The Sunshine Coast University Hospital and Private Hospital are just a short 5-minute drive away, while families will appreciate the proximity to Kawana State School, ensuring a quick and easy commute for the kids.

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GVG have taken to creating homes that feel like traditional houses, ensuring that residents have plenty of space to relax, entertain, and truly make their own

Gardner Vaughan Group offering house-like apartments in Zinc Bokarina

Situated in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Lowanna Beach Resort is now entering an exciting phase as construction gets underway.

With designs by Cottee Parker and it's prime location, the development offers a unique opportunity for those seeking modern coastal living with urban convenience and a beach soul.

The one, two and three-bedroom dual-key apartments at Lowanna Beach Resort have been designed to maximise space and embrace the natural surroundings.

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Unlike typical stock developments, the apartments boast large living areas, expansive balconies, ample storage, and high-spec finishes.

Enviably located at 38-44 Lowanna Drive, Buddina, residents will be within&nbsp;walking distance or a short 15-minute drive to a range of amenities and attractions, including beaches, world-class medical facilities, high-end retail, dining, and entertainment options.

The apartments offer views of the ocean and hinterland, with the beach and the renowned Kawana Surf Club just 200 metres away.

For those seeking retail therapy, the resort is conveniently located a stone's throw away from the bustling Kawana Shopping World hub.

High-quality tertiary education options are also within easy reach, as are the domestic and international airports.

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Investors have taken up a proportional chunk of the stock at Lowanna, thanks to the six per cent guarantee return on investment with the apartments.&nbsp;

Residents of Lowanna Beach Resort will be treated to a resort-style pool with day beds, while there's also a club lounge and barbecue area.

With construction now underway, the opportunities to purchase an apartment at Lowanna Beach Resort are becoming increasingly limited.&nbsp;

All the one-bedroom apartments have been sold, with a collection of two and three-bedders remaining, priced from&nbsp;$795,950.&nbsp;

Brisbane-based construction company, Constructions Group are handling the build of the development, with completion slated for June 2024.&nbsp;

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The one, two and three-bedroom dual-key apartments at Lowanna Beach Resort have been designed to maximise space and embrace the natural surroundings

Construction underway at Buddina's Lowanna Beach Resort

The vibrant coastal town of Caloundra in Queensland's Sunshine Coast is experiencing a surge in popularity thanks to the revitalisation of its CBD and the upcoming 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

And in good stead to take advantage of the transformation stands Ocean Rise, a boutique collection of just 14 residences that seamlessly blend seaside living with luxury.

Situated a mere four-minute walk from the shoreline of Kings Beach, Ocean Rise offers sweeping coastal views in every direction. From Bribie Island to Moreton Island and all the way up to Point Cartwright, the residences provide an unparalleled vantage point to soak in the beauty of the Australian coast.

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Caloundra CBD's ongoing revitalisation project is set to reshape the southern end of the Sunshine Coast.

Ocean Rise will sit within a short drive or less than a 15-minute walk to Caloundra's main street, where residents will have easy access to a range of streetscaping and placemaking upgrades, in addition to plans to create a vibrant hub for arts, community, and creativity, ensuring that the cultural scene comes alive in the coastal town.

Beyond the beaches, Ocean Rise also offers proximity to natural wonders with the internationally-renowned Glass House Mountains a 30-minute drive away, while the hinterland towns of Maleny and Montville or even Brisbane aren't too far away. The Sunshine Coast International Airport is also just 30 minutes away.

What sets Ocean Rise apart is its unique positioning in relation to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. As South East Queensland gears up to host the world's largest sporting event, a public rail transport system is anticipated to directly link Caloundra. This will make it effortless for residents to travel north or south and be part of the Olympic action.&nbsp;

The architectural design of Ocean Rise harmonises with its coastal surroundings, boasting a facade that seamlessly blends neutral earthy tones with timber and stone features.

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Residents will benefit from a grand entrance that leads to the secure underground carpark, while there's also an array of curated outdoor spaces, including a pool and seating areas.

In a region where large floor spaces coupled with ocean views are a rarity, Ocean Rise's 14 apartments boasts a spacious open living area with a high-specification entertainer's kitchen, complete with stone benchtops that feature waterfall edges.

Most of the apartments are blessed with large windows and expansive views, while the attention to detail extends to the layout of the balcony and lounge, maximising the outlooks and providing unobstructed views as far as the eye can see.

Ocean Rise has already seen swift interest, with the ground floor two-bedroom apartment already sold and only a limited collection of three-bedroom floorplans remaining.&nbsp;

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Ocean Rise: Where seaside lifestyle meets luxury in Kings Beach

Zinc Bokarina is the latest Sunshine Coast development by the award-winning Gardner Vaughan Group.

The Australian owned property development and building company has 25 years’ experience developing properties in some of Brisbane’s and South East Queensland’s most desirable areas.

Opposite the pristine Bokarina Beach on the Sunshine Coast, Zinc delivers a coastal living experience with expansive one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, along with eight exclusive luxury Beach Houses, designed to enhance living spaces inside and out.&nbsp;

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Gardner Vaughan said they selected the unrivalled location as when you combine the wonders of the coast with the parklands, boardwalks and amenities of a premium seafront community, you get the best of both worlds.

Taking on a mindful design, two buildings will be constructed in the community, with 81 residences set to be delivered, along with a vibrant ground-floor retail offering which will enhance the beachside locale.&nbsp;

Zinc is a part of Stockland’s Sunshine Coast Oceanside Community which won Australia’s Best Master Planned Development at the 2020 Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Awards for Excellence. According to Stockland, the Oceanside master planned community is set to become ‘Australia’s healthiest city by the beach’ – creating a community like no other in Queensland.&nbsp;

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Building one, called SOL, will house 44 apartments, along with two commercial tenancies across the ground floor. Building two is MAR, where the remaining 37 apartments will be constructed, as well as one commercial space.&nbsp;

Zinc will also incorporate a podium-level pool and recreation area, featuring lush tropical gardens, an outdoor heated pool, a gym, and multiple barbecue and recreational areas. Outdoor showers and a surfboard washroom is also on hand in the development, along with wall mounted bike racks with each car space, a car wash and vacuum bay and a function room.&nbsp;

The eight beach houses have only recently been released to the market. The spacious three-level homes comprise either three or four-bedrooms. They have two-and-a-half bathrooms and two car spaces. Residents of the beach house also have access to the complex’s facilities.&nbsp;

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The balcony spaces and living areas of each residence have been designed to seamlessly integrate with the beachside, with two colour scheme options for buyers, inspired by the coastal surrounds.&nbsp;

High ceilings, zoned and ducted air conditioning and commercial acoustic glazing feature throughout each of the residences, complemented by contemporary cabinetry in the kitchens and bathrooms, as well as stylish tap wear, stone benchtops and European appliances.&nbsp;

Zinc Bokarina is situated right on the doorstep of Bokarina Beach, between Caloundra and Mooloolaba. Offering the escape of quintessential beachside living while conveniently located close to the Sunshine Health precinct and the Stockland Birtinya and Kawana Shopping Centres.

Within a 20-minutes drive of the Sunshine Coast airport, residents will find themselves near to an abundance of convenient daily essentials, while still being immersed and connected to nature.&nbsp;

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With prices ranging from $539,000 through to $2,399,000, stage one and two of the apartments is slated for completion by mid to late 2023, with the beach houses tipped for the end of next year.&nbsp;

The under-construction project still has a select number of two, three and four-bedroom apartments remaining, as well as some beach houses, with Christmas incentives currently on offer for prospective buyers.

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