Iwan Sunito's vision for a landmark mixed-use precinct in Sydney's Inner West has taken a major step forward, with approval granted for the $1.9 billion Five Dock development first unveiled earlier this year.

The approved scheme by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/one-global-capital">One Global Capital</a> will deliver an 80,500 sqm mixed-use precinct comprising 840 apartments, integrated hotel accommodation, commercial and retail space, alongside publicly accessible open space designed to create a new destination for the growing suburb.

"This is a significant milestone for One Global Capital and for the future of housing delivery in Sydney," Sunito said.

"The Housing Delivery Authority was established to identify major housing projects capable of delivering meaningful supply more efficiently, and we are delighted that Spencer Street has been recognised as one of those projects.”

He said the declaration reflected the rapid progress achieved since acquiring control of the site.

"In less than seven months we have progressed from taking control of the site to securing entry into one of the NSW Government's most important planning pathways. It reflects the experience of our team, the strength of our consultant group led by Urbis, and our long-term commitment to delivering transformational projects that contribute to Sydney's future."

When the project was revealed earlier this year, Sunito described the opportunity as one of the strongest development sites he had worked on.

"I probably hadn't appreciated the uniqueness of the site until more recently when putting together the concept plans," Sunito said.

"The proximity to the water, and the golf course opposite, is unlike any other part of Parramatta Road. We have a unique position and view corridors over the water that makes this one of the best sites I've worked on."

The development has evolved since its initial announcement, with the approved plans increasing the residential component from the originally proposed 750 apartments to 840 homes while retaining the project's focus on creating an integrated neighbourhood rather than a standalone residential development.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/a-city-within-a-city-iwan-sunito-flags-1-5-billion-mixed-use-precinct-in-five-dock">"A city within a city": Iwan Sunito flags $1.5 billion mixed-use precinct in Five Dock</a>

The precinct will combine apartments with hotel accommodation, commercial workplaces, retail offerings and public spaces, creating a mixed-use environment intended to serve both residents and the broader Five Dock community. The proposal also continues the collaboration between One Global Capital and internationally recognised architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada</a>, whose previous work with Sunito includes Infinity, Arc and Skye North Sydney.

Takada previously said the design was driven by a philosophy of integrating nature into the built environment.

"The concept for this development is born from our design approach to naturalising architecture," Takada said.

"The public realm benefits from biophilic design that integrates generous landscaping, and the development is optimised for natural daylight, airflow and water views to foster wellbeing, sustainability and spaces that foster community interaction."

Sunito has consistently described the project as a "city within a city", with a strong emphasis on creating a destination that extends beyond housing.

"We want to create a development that's not only to be seen, but to be experienced by the whole local community," he said.

The approval comes as Five Dock continues its transformation ahead of the opening of the Sydney Metro West line, with the new Five Dock station set to significantly improve connections between the Inner West, Parramatta and the Sydney CBD.&nbsp;

The precinct will also benefit from its proximity to the Parramatta Road corridor, nearby waterfront parklands and established retail and dining offerings that have made Five Dock one of Sydney's most tightly held Inner West suburbs.

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Iwan Sunito secures approval for $1.9 billion Five Dock mixed-use precinct

The new <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/yarraville-green-42-stephen-street-yarraville-vic-3013">Yarraville Green</a> development in Melbourne's inner west is showing that landscaping can be just as influential as architecture, with buyers responding strongly to the garden-first approach adopted from the outset by developer Excelon Projects and the project's design team.

Excelon appointed Six Degrees Architects and landscape architects SBLA to work collaboratively on the development, with a brief to create "a sustainable, design-led building with a focus on community."

That approach has resonated with buyers. According to Next Chapter Director Tom Hirini, who is leading the sales campaign, the landscaped communal garden has become one of the project's defining features, alongside its boutique scale and European-inspired cluster housing concept.

Local downsizers, right-sizers and established families already living in Yarraville and surrounding suburbs have accounted for the majority of purchasers.

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Yarraville Green will comprise 53 homes, including apartments and townhomes, arranged around the shared central garden to maximise connections to the landscaped open space. Parking has been moved underground, allowing the ground plane to be dedicated to greenery, pedestrian movement and communal spaces.

The landscape extends well beyond passive planting. Productive garden beds, a pergola, communal gathering spaces, garden sheds and a pet wash have all been integrated into the masterplan, creating spaces designed to encourage everyday interaction between residents.

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The interiors continue Excelon's focus on craftsmanship, incorporating bespoke elements by Melbourne artisans including leadlight detailing by Adadaz, hand-turned timber hardware by Auburn Woodturning and blown-glass lighting by Ruth Allen.

Sustainability has also been embedded throughout the project, with Yarraville Green targeting an average 7-star NatHERS energy rating through passive design principles, rooftop solar servicing common areas and rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation.

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Construction continues to progress at Yarraville Green, with structural works well underway and framing works approaching completion under builder Balmain &amp; Co. The project remains on track for completion in mid-2027.

Apartments at Yarraville Green are currently priced from $625,000, while townhomes start from $1.4 million.

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Garden-led design drives buyer demand at Yarraville Green

National diversified developer Fortis has officially launched Crest &amp; Walker, its latest Brisbane apartment development, with construction now underway on the 20-storey Newstead project.

Award-winning builder BINAH has commenced construction on the Bureau^Proberts-designed building, which will deliver a limited collection of 65 two and three-bedroom apartments on Kyabra Street.

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The project marks Fortis' fourth active residential development in Brisbane, following River House, which is nearing completion, alongside projects in New Farm and Hamilton as the national developer continues to expand its South East Queensland pipeline.

Fortis General Manager – Development Queensland Dan Boman said Crest &amp; Walker reflects the developer's long-term commitment to delivering design-led residential projects in Brisbane's established inner-city suburbs.

"We're proud to be strengthening our presence in Brisbane with Crest &amp; Walker, particularly in such a sought-after lifestyle destination as Newstead," Boman said.

"Every Fortis project is shaped by its context, and we approach each one with the respect and care it deserves.

"Our focus is always on creating places that feel connected to their neighbourhood and elevate the everyday experience for residents. Newstead continues to evolve as one of Brisbane's most sought-after urban communities, and Crest &amp; Walker reflects our ambition to contribute meaningfully to that story."

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Positioned between Gasworks Plaza and James Street, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/crest-walker-newstead-12-kyabra-street-newstead-qld-4006">Crest &amp; Walker</a> has been designed as a boutique residential address offering privacy and generous living spaces within one of Brisbane's most established lifestyle precincts.

The building features a contemporary brick podium softened by integrated landscaping, while the upper levels are characterised by restrained architecture and enduring materiality. Interiors have been designed to maximise natural light, acoustic performance and long-term liveability.

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Residences comprise spacious two and three-bedroom floorplans, with two-bedroom apartments priced from $1.55 million and three-bedroom, half-floor residences from $3.95 million.

Residents will have access to a wellness-focused rooftop featuring a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, landscaped dining spaces and outdoor lounge areas overlooking Newstead and the Brisbane CBD.

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Sales are being managed by Slaite Projects, with Fortis expecting strong demand from owner-occupiers seeking a high-quality, design-focused apartment in one of Brisbane's most tightly held inner-city suburbs.

Completion of Crest &amp; Walker is slated for late 2028.

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Fortis expands Brisbane pipeline with launch of Crest & Walker in Newstead

The enormity of delivering a true skyscraper in Australia's new development market is often overlooked.

It has taken the best part of a decade since plans for Chevron One were first unveiled, but the 41-storey tower is now complete, with residents collecting their keys and moving into what has become one of the Gold Coast's most recognisable new landmarks.

Rising 127 metres above Chevron Island, Chevron One stands almost twice as high as any other building on the island. Its scale places it alongside the trio of towers at Jewel, arguably the last truly significant addition to the central Gold Coast skyline when they were completed around six years ago.

While there are several developments underway around a similar height to Chevron One, they are more concentrated within clusters of the highest towers in the city. The fact Chevron One sits within a developing precinct, looking back at the other high-rise developments in Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, makes it a different proposition altogether. It will certainly become a reference point on the Gold Coast skyline.

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Developer Bensons Property Group is behind the 41-storey tower, which has 229 apartments, along with an exhaustive list of resident amenity spread across what is the largest development site ever assembled on Chevron Island.

The tower has been the talk of the town for years, says Ray White Projects Gold Coast agent Caitlin Rosenboom, who is selling the remaining apartments.

"People have been watching Chevron One go up for years," Rosenboom says, adding that many prospective buyers have been surprised by the scale of the views once they step inside.

"It's only when they walk through a completed apartment that they truly understand the position of the building," Rosenboom says.

"The views are jaw-dropping. Whether you're looking east over the ocean, across Surfers Paradise, along the river systems or out to the hinterland, every level offers something different but equally impressive."

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One of Chevron One's defining advantages is its location on the eastern side of Chevron Island on Stanhill Drive, a position which protects the views forever.

"There's only one row of houses between Chevron One and the water, and the height restrictions along the river means views from Chevron One can never be built out,"&nbsp;Rosenboom says.

While new apartment developments continue to emerge across the Gold Coast, Rosenboom says opportunities to secure a completed apartment with this level of outlook are becoming increasingly rare.

"The size of the site is something that would be incredibly difficult to replicate today," she says.

"That's allowed Chevron One to deliver the sort of amenity, open space and resident facilities that very few projects can offer. There are not many completed apartment buildings on the Gold Coast right now that can compete with the combination of scale, quality and amenity."

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There's around 2,000 sqm of amenity solely for the use of residents of Chevron One. Club One features a uniquely shaped swimming pool that mirrors the footprint of the building itself, set within a extensively landscaped gardens. There's also an indoor pool and spa, a fully equipped gym with a Pilates room, a yoga garden, a bookable private dining area and lounge that can host up to 30 people, and a 24-hour concierge service.

As for the buyers, Rosenboom is fielding enquiry from everywhere: Sydneysiders and Melburnians looking at the new and off-the-plan market following the changes in the Federal Budget, as well as those looking to relocate, through to South East Queenslanders seeking either a permanent home or a weekender bolthole.

"The Gold Coast lifestyle continues to resonate with people relocating from the southern states, and when they see the views and the quality of what's been delivered at Chevron One, it becomes very easy for them to understand the appeal," Rosenboom says.

A diverse mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments remain available, with each offering "something a little different", be it the orientation and views, configuration, or level, to suit a wide variety of buyers.

The remaining apartments are ready to inspect in person, by appointment.

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A decade in the making: Residents to move into Chevron One as construction wraps up

A general rule of thumb in new apartment developments is that the penthouses get the rooftop.

It's a formula that's become commonplace across Australia's apartment market. Residents might have access to a pool, gym or barbecue facilities on a dedicated lower level, but the most desirable outdoor spaces are typically reserved for the highest-priced homes at the top of the building.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Property Group</a> has taken the opposite approach.

Rather than dedicating the rooftop to a handful of buyers, the Gold Coast developer has made it the centrepiece of its Flourish collection, creating expansive shared spaces from the best vantage point in the building.

The philosophy has reached its most ambitious expression at <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> in Palm Beach, where two rooftop precincts connected by a skybridge will deliver one of the most extensive lifestyle offerings seen in a residential apartment project on the Gold Coast.

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"We're seeing a clear move toward developments that offer more than just an apartment," Sherpa Group founder Christie Leet said.

"People want spaces that support how they actually live, whether that's working from home, staying active, or spending time with family and friends.

"That's where amenity becomes critical. It's not just about what's included, but how those spaces are designed to be used every day."

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The breadth of amenity has already attracted buyers across multiple demographics. Younger first home buyers have been drawn to Soleira's one-bedroom apartments, a product rarely delivered in Palm Beach, while families have responded to practical inclusions such as the shallow children's pool adjoining the main lap pool and the extensive communal recreation areas.

Instead of a single rooftop, Soleira delivers two distinct lifestyle zones.

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The southern rooftop has been dedicated to wellness, featuring a gym, yoga and Pilates studio, work-from-home facilities, a wellness centre, spa, and hot and cold plunge pools.

The northern rooftop focuses on recreation and entertaining, incorporating a heated resort-style pool, private dining rooms, pizza ovens, barbecues, a golf simulator, children's recreation areas, and what is expected to be the Gold Coast's first rooftop basketball court, which will also double as a squash court.

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Beyond the rooftops, Soleira will introduce 1,500 sqm of curated retail beneath the towers, creating one of Palm Beach's first genuinely mixed-use lifestyle precincts where cafés, restaurants and convenience retail become part of residents' everyday lives.

Sherpa has also retained management rights across the development, allowing it to oversee the long-term operation of the building through a 24-hour concierge model. The developer is also exploring additional revenue streams within the precinct aimed at helping offset ongoing body corporate costs for residents.

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While Soleira is the largest project Sherpa has delivered, the rooftop-first philosophy has been evolving for several years.

It began with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/amargo-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Amargo</a>, the first project released under the Flourish brand. Rather than competing at the ultra-luxury end of the market with oversized half-floor and full-floor residences, Sherpa focused on creating lifestyle-driven apartments supported by resort-style shared spaces.

Amargo introduced more than 800 sqm of rooftop amenity, combining wellness facilities, heated pools, entertaining areas, cabanas, pizza ovens and private dining spaces into what was designed as an extension of residents' homes rather than a facility used only occasionally.

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That approach continued with Flourish Oasis, where the same amenity-led philosophy was refined into a more boutique development. Strong demand from Sherpa's growing VIP database saw much of the project sold before it reached the broader market, reinforcing buyer appetite for apartment communities centred around shared lifestyle experiences.

Flourish Amargo is slated for completion mid-way-through next year, with Oasis to be delivered by late 2027. Flourish Soleira is expected to complete in 2030.

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Sherpa takes amenity to the sky as Flourish Soleira captures booming Palm Beach demand

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A warehouse conversion located close to Chapel Street at 51 James Street, Prahran sold post-auction for $2.1 million.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-prahran-123365362" target="_blank">Biggin &amp; Scott auctioneer Tom McCarthy</a> began proceedings by reminding all of the limited choice of warehouse conversions in the location.
The opening bid of $1,800,000 was taken up to $2 million with three bidders.
The property was bought after the auction from David Miller who paid $910,000 in 2006.
There was potential for a roof garden.
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Prahran warehouse conversion sells

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The Venetians bass guitarist turned Zurich financier Peter Watson has sold his Chippendale warehouse conversion for $1.25 million before its scheduled auction.
It had an early price guide of $980,000.
Watson paid $365,000 in 1999 for the two bedroom, north-facing apartment set in the Chippen Mews complex.
He's updated it since, with a renovated kitchen and a mirrored feature wall.
The Venetians were a 1980's synthpop act who released three albums, with their single So Much For Love, making the singles chart in 1986.
This article was first published in the Sunday Telegraph.
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Zurich financier Peter Watson has sold his Chippendale warehouse

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The Darlington inner-city warehouse of photographer Baz Anderson and his partner, Beverley Larsson, was listed for sale with initial $2.5 million hopes which were raised to $2.65 million.
But the three-level property fetched $3.325 million at weekend auction.
It was used as a studio for the portraiture work by J. Barry Anderson.
The Ivy Lane property has a commercial lease until October at $6,500 a month to the market research agency Ruby Cha Cha.
The vendors bought the then single-storey industrial building on its 170 sqm block in 1992 for $220,000.
There's 293 sqm internal space plus a 17 sqm mezzanine level. 
Estate agent William Phillips marketed it as a designer home.
The buyers are believed to be a couple from the area, The Sunday Telegraph reported.
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Ivy Lane, Darlington warehouse finds $3.325m buyer

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Giftware firm Ezy Group Trading has agreed terms on a new office/warehouse lease at Cheltenham in Melbourne’s south-east in a deal brokered by Savills Australia.
The 355 Warrigal Road property comprises 1,765 square metres of building which includes a warehouse, office space and a showroom.
The property has main road exposure and access to the Nepean Highway.
Savills director Gareth Jackson, who brokered the deal, said the tenant will pay $120,000 per annum on a five-year lease with options
"The property was also well suited to Ezy Group’s accommodation requirements providing efficient design, showroom space, room for growth and on-site parking,’’ Jackson said.
The lessor was a private investor.
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Giftware firm takes $120,000 lease through Savills in Melbourne's Cheltenham

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A private investor has snapped up a new, purpose-built, large format retail (LFR) building in Western Sydney for $14.35 million from Hydrox Nominees on a passing initial yield of 6.47 percent.
The 80 - 82 Mulgoa Road, Penrith property comprises nearly 2,750 sqm of gross lettable area retail (GLAR) and has leading homeware retailer Freedom Furniture as its anchor tenant and a complementary Guzman Y Gomez – both of which are on a 10-year lease term.
The selling agents were James Wilson, Harry Bui and Paul McGlynn of Colliers International.
“This sale reflects the highly competitive nature of Sydney metropolitan retail investments, particularly in the private investor sector (dominated sub-$30 million price point) where there is strong market depth for high profile investments featuring secure long term leases to national covenants,” said Wilson.
The 7,788 sqm site opened in December 2015 and is close to Penrith CBD.
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Large format retail building in Western Sydney fetches $14.35 million

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A showroom/warehouse within Joondalup Business Park in Western Australia's Joondalup is available on lease.
<a href="https://www.rhcommercial.com.au/properties/unit-1-124-winton-road-joondalup-6027-western-australia" target="_blank">Unit 1/ 124 Winton Road</a> has a floor area of 146 sqm, massive signage and exposure and is close to Shenton Road and Joondalup Drive.
The rent is $31,000 p.a. plus variable outgoings + GST.
The listing agent is Matthew Edwards of Raine and Horne.
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Showroom in WA's Joondalup Business Park on lease through Raine & Horne

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Frasers Property Australia (formerly Australand) has exchanged contracts with Hanson Concrete to acquire a 10 hectare site adjacent to its Eastern Creek Business Park in western Sydney.  
The site complements Frasers Property Australia's previously developed 100 hectare Eastern Creek Industrial Estate.
Frasers Property Australia northern region general manager Ian Barter said that Eastern Creek was identified as a prime location for logistics and warehousing operation over a decade ago.
“This decision has been validated following the development of over $650 million worth of institutional A grade industrial facilities in Eastern Creek," he said.
"When the opportunity arose to purchase several hectares adjoining the existing estate, we were very keen to pursue the opportunity.”
“As one of the leading developers and owners of industrial product in Australia, it is important for Frasers Property to have a strong presence in the major markets such as Western Sydney.
"The new site will accommodate up to 60,000 sqm of built form and enable us to service both existing and future customers in an area where we have enjoyed a leading market position for some time,” he added.
“A wide variety of users including major corporates, third party logistics providers and local manufacturers who are looking to either lease or own in a prime location will embrace the opportunities we are presenting.”
The new land parcel will be released to the market in 2017 with pre-lease, turnkey and land sale opportunities. 
Due to its close proximity to the M7 and M4 motorways, Eastern Creek Business Park has homed several well-known companies such as DB Schenker, LG Electronics, Kmart, Best and Less and Office Max.
Frasers Property has also recently exchanged contracts to acquire three large parcels of prime land in Melbourne beside its existing parks to further expand the company’s national industrial footprint.
The first 20 hectare site at 18 Archer Street, Truganina beside West Park Industrial Park. Two additional land parcels (combined area of 15.72 hectares) are adjacent to The Key Industrial Park on Perry Road in Keysborough. 
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Frasers acquire prime industrial site in western Sydney

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An office/warehouse in Queensland’s Logan City is up for sale through Raine &amp; Horne for an expected price tag of $635,000.
The <a href="https://www.rhcommercial.com.au/properties/12-126-compton-road-woodridge-4114-queensland" target="_blank">12/126 Compton Road, Woodridge 4114</a> property comprises a building area of 390 sqm with the warehouse on 158 sqm and an 84sqm ground floor office. There is also an 88 sqm approved load bearing mezzanine storage area.
The unit has its own amenities and kitchenette. 
The property is close to M1 motorway, Logan and Kingston Roads.
The listing agents are Raine &amp; Horne’s Andrew Honeybone and Brent Robson.
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Warehouse on sale in Queensland's Logan City via Raine & Horne

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Storage and racking specialist Meca has secured a new office/warehouse in Melbourne's Derrimut for $3.6 million to accommodate its expanding operations. 
The 3,620 sqm property at 49 Calarco Drive comprises a brand new office warehouse with exposure backing onto the Western Highway. 
The building has a two-level office and high clearance warehouse accessed by multiple on grade doors and a recessed loading dock. 
CBRE’s Harry Kalaitzis and Todd Grima negotiated the sale on behalf of a private vendor. 
 
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Storage firm Meca buys warehouse in Melbourne's Derrimut for $3.6 million

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Melbourne-based developer Tabak Group has listed a modern industrial complex in south-east Melbourne’s precinct of Dandenong with expectations of around $20 million.
Located within the sold out Dandenong Logis Estate, the 16,069 square metre industrial complex has access to Eastlink via Greens Road and the Dandenong Bypass.
The brand new complex comprises a 15,109 square metre high clearance warehouse and 960 square metres of corporate office space.
It is being sold through Savills’ Paul Jones sale via expressions of interest closing August 11.
The property is close to cafes, petrol stations and Dandenong Railway Station.
"We expect strong interest from companies upgrading their existing facility and looking to take advantage of the location, while investors will also be attracted to the underlying land value on one of Victoria’s most desirable estates,’’ Jones said.
Places Victoria’s 154 hectare, circa $500 million Logis Estate, which was created as Victoria’s first integrated eco-industrial business park, set records for the value of industrial land in Melbourne's south-east. It is now sold out, according to a media release.
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