Australia’s first four-tower vertical stair climb challenge is set to debut in 2025, with Towers 4 Change aiming to raise over $400,000 – or $100,000 per tower – at Far East Consortium's West Side Place precinct in the Melbourne CBD.

As Australia’s largest stair climb charity event, and with the highest tower exceeding 80 levels and 1400 stairs, Towers 4 Change not only offers a physical challenge but also provides a powerful way for individuals and groups to ‘Step Up For Charity’ and raise money to support a charity that they connect with.

Each of the four towers at <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place</a> will be dedicated to raising much-needed funds for a different and deserving cause, including building homes for women and children escaping family violence, supporting those living with life-altering conditions, and vital medical research.

<ul>
	<li>Tower 1: Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation</li>
	<li>Tower 2: Friedreich Ataxia Research Association (fara Australia)</li>
	<li>Tower 3: Good Friday Appeal</li>
	<li>Tower 4: The Victorian Homeless Fund</li>
</ul>

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Lauren Sheldon, Director of Marketing and Sales at <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/far-east-consortium">Far East Consortium</a>, said the developer is excited to contribute to Melbourne’s vibrant event scene and raise awareness for these worthy causes.

"This four-tower climb exemplifies our commitment to fostering a vibrant community. By bringing people together for this unique event, we aim to benefit everyone involved, from residents to participants and beyond,” Sheldon said.

EVENT DETAILS 
What | Towers 4 Change 
Where | West Side Place, 250 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000 Date | Sunday 30th March 2025 
Time | 7am – 1pm

<h2>ABOUT THE CHARITY PARTNERS</h2>

<h2>Good Friday Appeal</h2>

Since 1931, the Good Friday Appeal has been dedicated to fundraising for The Royal Children’s Hospital so that it can continue to provide world-class care for children in Victoria and beyond. Funds from the Good Friday Appeal go towards ground-breaking research, state-of-the-art equipment and technology, education and family-centred care programs. GFA funds over 28 different projects each year - some are across multiple years, others one-off purchases.

“We are thrilled to be selected as a charity partner for the West Side Place Towers 4 Change, a unique and challenging event," Rebecca Cowan, Executive Director of the Good Friday Appeal, said.

"These funds will have a profound impact on funding state-of-the-art equipment, research, training, and patient- and family-centred care programs to continue the world-class care provided by The Royal Children's Hospital."

<h2>Friedreich Ataxia Research Association (fara Australia)</h2>

fara raises funds for research into treatments and a cure for Friedreich Ataxia (FA). FA is a rare genetic and progressive neuro-muscular disorder that is typically diagnosed in children or teens. It leads to loss of muscle coordination, fatigue, vision impairment, hearing loss, slurred speech, and then a serious heart condition which in many cases turns fatal by the mid-thirties. One in every 30,000 in Australia is affected. One in 90 people are carriers. There is currently no cure and no approved treatment in Australia.

Brad Hyde, Chief Executive Officer of fara Australia, says&nbsp;Friedreich Ataxia robs you of muscle strength, mobility and the ability to do even the everyday things we might take for granted.

"At fara, we are a small, rare disease charity with no government funding, raising funds for FA medical research. Being a partner of West Side Place Towers 4 Change will deliver the single greatest boost to awareness and fundraising beyond our own community. Every step climbers take will Lend Some Muscle to those living with FA and get us closer to finding that cure.”

<h2>Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation</h2>

The Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) supports vital research across the country that will help better detect, treat and prevent ovarian cancer. The OCRF is Australia’s largest independent funder of ovarian cancer medical research. Ovarian cancer is the most lethal women’s cancer with a five-year survival rate that has barely changed in decades, languishing at under 50 per cent. Addressing health disparity and funding inequity in cancer research is fundamental to achieving higher survival rates for ovarian cancer.

“West Side Place Towers 4 Change is a great new event that symbolises the heights we can achieve when we unite together for a cause, " Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation CEO&nbsp;Robin Penty says.

"Every step up, and every dollar raised, will directly support our vision of a healthy future for those impacted by ovarian cancer. This challenge is a powerful statement of hope, resilience, and the belief that each of us can make a difference. We are deeply grateful to the climbers and supporters helping OCRF achieve a step-change for women’s cancers, both figuratively and literally!"

<h2>The Victorian Homeless Fund</h2>

The Victorian Homeless Fund (VHF) is a Melbourne-based charity committed to providing safe and stable long-term housing for women and children escaping family violence. By building homes on unused residential land, the VHF offers families a fresh start and the opportunity to rebuild their lives. At its core, the VHF believes that everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

 
Colleen May, Victorian Homeless Fund Chair, says domestic violence is the single biggest cause of homelessness in Australia, and it's such a&nbsp;significant problem, it can't be solved by one group.

"If individually we all give a little, then collectively, we can change people’s lives. Every home we build is about extending a helping hand to those most in need, and providing a family with more than just a home—they gain hope and a future."

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Joel Robinson

Far East Consortium's charity push in Australia’s biggest stair climb challenge

Busy developer Princeton has achieved a key milestone at its new South Sydney apartment development, Marque Rockdale.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/princeton">Marque</a> is the only new apartment development in Rockdale currently on the market, and it is also the only one in the local government area to offer the new 10-year Latent Defects Insurance (LDI) policy from Resilience Insurance.

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Located just 200 metres from Rockdale Plaza and under one kilometre from Brighton-Le-Sands beach, Marque combines thoughtful design in an ideal location that takes advantage of the coastal lifestyle, as well as the convenience and connectivity <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/rockdale-nsw-2216">Rockdale</a> offers.

A recent sale of a one-bedroom apartment for $700,000 highlights buyer confidence in the project, a confidence which is further bolstered by the LDI policy.

Ray White WS Managing Director Mark Bernberg says the team behind Marque Rockdale has seen it achieve a strong level of success, even in a market where continued high interest rates are pushing down demand.

"The development is going from strength to strength, hitting key milestones and strong sales as a result of Princeton's standing in the development industry, the reputation of iCIRT-rated builder <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/builders/coplex">Coplex</a>, and the all-important Latent Defects Insurance," Bernberg says.

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<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/princeton">Princeton</a>, which is funding the project itself through its capital arm, has been active in the new development space in recent years.

They have just completed a row of eight terraces in St Peters, which are achieving stellar results, and they are now putting the finishing touches on Eurangi, their ultra-luxury development on Bondi Beach’s prestigious Campbell Parade.

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Marque comprises 58 apartments, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom configurations, as well as a handful of SOHO apartments that blend residential and workspace uses.

The development has been designed with owner-occupiers in mind, featuring contemporary interiors, expansive glass walls for natural light, and premium finishes such as Caesarstone benchtops and engineered timber floors.

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A communal rooftop space offers over 100 sqm of amenities, including a herb garden, barbecue area, children’s play zone, and pergola-shaded dining areas.

Coplex is set to complete Marque in late 2025, offering an attractive price point in an undersupplied local market.

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Ray White WS Managing Director Mark Bernberg says the team behind Marque Rockdale has seen it achieve a strong level of success, even in a market where continued high interest rates are pushing down demand

Princeton tops out Marque Rockdale as development team and Latent Defect Insurance drives sales

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/double-bay-nsw-2028">Double Bay</a>&nbsp;village&nbsp;is set to undergo further transformation, with new plans revealing more shoptop housing on Knox Street.

Scali furniture boss Anthony Scali is behind the plans for a five-level development on the site currently occupied by the Savoy Hotel at <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/35-45-knox-street">35-45 Knox Street</a>. Scali paid a reported price of around $35 million for the 616 sqm in 2021.

The lease to the Savoy Hotel has expired - paving the way for redevelopment to create nine apartments above three ground-level retail spaces - no doubt a potential new space for the Nick Scali furniture empire in the heart of one of Sydney's most affluent shopping suburbs.

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The $31 million development has been designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/mhn-design-union">MHN Design Union</a>&nbsp;who has chose a light brick and metal clad&nbsp;façade to integrate with the area's established character, which includes a combination of inter-war and contemporary mixed-use buildings.

Plans are for six two-beds, two three-beds, and one four-bed apartment, each with balconies and living areas which have been oriented to achieve maximise natural light and ventilation.&nbsp;

The project has been designed to suit a diverse demographic, including families, retirees, and downsizers, reflecting market demand for flexible and functional living spaces, the documents submitted to the Woollahra Municipal Council say.

The development provides 20 parking spaces across two basement levels, accommodating cars, motorcycles, and bicycles.

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&nbsp;

Double Bay is undergoing a huge redevelopment everywhere you look.

Late last year plans were submitted for the InterContinental Double Bay, also on Knox Street, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/intercontinental-hotel-double-bay-to-become-1-billion-lifestyle-precinct">to turn it into a $1 billion mixed-use precinct</a> with a new high-end retail and dining precinct, cinemas, landscaped open spaces, a new boutique luxury hotel, and a health and wellness centre, and 29 apartments across the top seven levels.

Shortly before that, more <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-double-bays-cross-street-transformation-to-continue">plans were filed with the local council on Cross Street</a>, where the well-known&nbsp;Florida dry cleaners, womens clothing store Alex &amp; Harry, and cafe Bar Lanziano, will make way for more shoptop housing, with six luxury apartments planned above two more fashion outlets and a cafe.

Construction is well underway at Top Spring Australia's Ode Double Bay, where suburb records have tumbled in recent years. The penthouse sold for $25 million in 2022.&nbsp;

Double Bay makeover to continue as Scali furniture boss plots new luxe apartments

Prime Edition has kicked off 2025 with one of the first major projects of the year in Melbourne.

They’ve unveiled <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/33-queens-parade-clifton-hill-33-queens-parade-clifton-hill">33 Queens Parade</a>, a new development offering just 40 exclusive residences in the heart of Clifton Hill. The project is ideally situated between Edinburgh Gardens to the west and Darling Gardens to the east.

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The design, created by renowned local architecture firm <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>, caters to a variety of buyers. The development includes 32 residences, comprising two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as six townhouses and two luxury penthouses.

Each residence features spacious, open-plan living and dining areas with floor-to-ceiling windows that maximise natural light.

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At the heart of each home is a kitchen equipped with premium Miele appliances, complemented by natural stone benchtops and splashbacks, timber laminate cabinetry, custom shelving, and a dry bar.

The master bedroom has been designed as a private retreat, with its own opulent ensuite and walk-in robe, while additional bedrooms are generously sized and have their own dedicated bathrooms.

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The design has also focused on seamless indoor-outdoor living. Every apartment and townhouse includes outdoor spaces, whether in the form of a balcony or a landscaped courtyard.

Beyond the residences, the development incorporates thoughtfully curated amenities, including EV charging stations, bike storage, and dog wash facilities, catering to the needs of modern urban living.

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Once a working-class suburb within the City of Collingwood, Clifton Hill’s transformation was propelled by the expansion of Melbourne’s tram network and the industrial growth along the Yarra River.

Today, it stands as one of the city’s most sought-after locales, renowned for its lush parklands, prestigious schools, and thriving café culture. Residents of 33 Queens Parade will enjoy unparalleled access to these amenities, all within a short distance from home.

The development also addresses a significant gap in the local property market, with fewer than 25 percent of Clifton Hill’s dwellings being apartments. As the first new development in the area in years, 33 Queens Parade represents a rare opportunity to secure a home in this tightly held suburb.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/prime-edition">Prime Edition</a> has been developing across Melbourne's most affluent suburbs. Led by Eric Loi and Alistair Taylor, the firm has recently completed <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/arbour-park-352-358-canterbury-road-surrey-hills">Arbour Park</a> in Surrey Hills and is currently developing two other projects: Avoca, featuring five luxury full-floor apartments in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/south-yarra-vic-3141">South Yarra</a>, and <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/como-toorak-2-bruce-street-toorak">Como</a>, comprising 16 exclusive residences in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/toorak-vic-3142">Toorak</a>.

With 33 Queens Parade, Prime Edition continues its legacy of creating homes that redefine modern living while honouring the unique character of their surroundings.

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With 33 Queens Parade, Prime Edition continues its legacy of creating homes that redefine modern living while honouring the unique character of their surroundings

Prime Edition launches rare Clifton Hill apartment development, 33 Queens Parade

ICD Property has a penchant for grand-scale, mixed-use developments, with a focus in recent years in its native Melbourne, Adelaide, and most recently Sydney.

The latest play by the Matt Khoo-led developer is in Brisbane, its first foray into the Queensland market. They've picked up a prime&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a>&nbsp;site from R&amp;F Property, spending just under $50 million on the 1.68-hectare riverfront plot which cost R&amp;F $82.5 million in 2014.

Currently home to Riverside Corporate Park, the site, which borders Donkin and Buchanan Street, is currently occupied by&nbsp;three low-rise commercial buildings.&nbsp;

ICD has yet to reveal its own plans for the A-grade block of land, but previous approvals have been for seven buildings with around 1,000 apartments, a retail plaza, and a riverside walkway.

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ICD has already established a joint venture to work on the project, much like their upcoming Sydney CBD development, Sydney House. They're working with&nbsp;Singapore-listed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/first-sponsor">First Sponsor</a>&nbsp;on the redevelopment of&nbsp;the landmark City Tattersall building on Pitt Street in the Sydney CBD.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/builders/richard-crookes-constructions">Richard Crookes Constructions</a>&nbsp;has already started the build of the striking new tower that will emerge above the heritage-listed former club that will be restored and converted into heritage hospitality venues.

Sales are expected to commence soon for the 241 one, two and three-bedroom apartments that will be spread across a new 50-level tower.

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ICD is also working with the Adelaide City Council on Market Square, a $400 million mixed-use project with apartments, a hotel, offices, and a childcare centre, as well as a significant retail precinct and a park.

Completion for Market Square is slated for 2026.

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ICD's latest project joins the ranks as yet another planned for the Brisbane River, which is going under somewhat of a precinct boom.

Across the road from ICD's recently acquired site, Heidelberg Materials is <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/multi-tower-precinct-planned-for-south-brisbane-riverfront">proposing three 50-level towers</a> with 620 apartments, above&nbsp;a food and beverage plaza and a 5,400 sqm public park.

Apartments are still under construction at Queens Wharf, Brisbane's landmark riverside development, while <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe">Tenneriffe Banks</a> by Kokoda Property has been a hit with buyers since it launched to market.

ICD has yet to reveal its own plans for the A-grade block of land, but previous approvals have been for seven buildings with just around 1,000 apartments, retail spaces, and a riverside walkway.

Exclusive: ICD Property secures riverfront West End site for Brisbane's latest multi-tower precinct

Ellipse Property has commenced demolition of stage one of its landmark $850 million masterplanned community, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/carrington-place-36-carrington-road-castle-hill">Carrington Place</a>, the largest residential community in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw">Castle Hill</a> in Sydney’s <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/the-hills-shire-nsw">burgeoning Hills District</a>.&nbsp;

Located at<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/carrington-place-36-carrington-road-castle-hill"> 40-42 Ashford Avenue</a>, opposite the Hills Showgrounds Metro Station and in the heart of <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw">Castle Hill</a>, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/carrington-place-36-carrington-road-castle-hill">Carrington Place</a> will comprise 771 apartments across five eight to 12 storey buildings.

The first stage, Atrium, will comprise&nbsp;152 apartments within one mid-rise eight storey building with a rooftop recreational space that provides views of the surrounding landscape.

Atrium is expected to complete in Q4 2025.

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<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/ellipse-property-group">Ellipse Property</a> appointed Decode to complete the construction of the project earlier this year in September. Two adjacent residential houses will be demolished as part of the demolition works with construction due to commence in Q1 2024.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/ellipse-property-group">Ellipse Property</a> Associate Director Puja Khanna said <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/ellipse-property-group">Ellipse Property</a>, together with its builder partner Decode, is tremendously excited to start demolition on its landmark project, Carrington Place.&nbsp;

“Today marks a significant milestone for our entire team as we embark on the construction program of our most significant project to date Carrington Place. It’s a major undertaking for our company and a project that has drawn on the expertise and specialisations of a team of market leading consultants, architects, planners, engineers and builders.”&nbsp;

“As the largest residential project in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw">Castle Hill</a>, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/ellipse-property-group">Ellipse Property</a> is delighted to be delivering such a significant multi-staged, game-changing project for the local Hills community, a major component of the transformation and evolution of <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw">Castle Hill</a>.”&nbsp;

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Having only recently launched in October, Carrington Place saw strong demand from local buyers looking for quality, larger-sized apartments and confidence in the developer/ builder.

“Immersed in nature and designed in keeping with the natural flow of the Cattai Creek, Carrington Place will set a new benchmark for modern living featuring the most premium, house-sized apartments in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw">Castle Hill</a>,” Khanna added.

Award-winning iCIRT-rated construction company, Decode, is in charge of the construction.

Decode won the 2023 Urban Taskforce Development Excellence Award in the Mixed-Use Development category for the construction of its Burwood Grand residential project in Sydney’s inner west earlier this year.

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Decode also was one of the first 20 construction companies to receive a gold star iCIRT rating by the Office of the NSW Building Commissioner in May 2022. The company was in the very first group of companies to receive this rating.&nbsp;

Providing an unbiased and independent review of an organisation, an iCIRT rating is obtained through a thorough assessment of all aspects of a business, aimed at building transparency in the industry and trust with the Australian families and individuals looking to buy-off-plan.&nbsp;

NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler said: “The Decode journey aligns with Construct NSW. The industry is starting to get on board with the massive reforms and Decode is a leader as one of the first 20 movers into the iCIRT rating space. And the great thing about leadership is people always remember who went across the finish line first.”

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Designed by award winning architectural firms Tony Owen Partners in collaboration with Stanisic Architects, Carrington Place has been bespoke designed to immerse with its surrounding natural landscapes.

Uniquely, the precinct will be home to over 20,000 square metres of outdoor recreational space and lush gardens, conceived by landscape architect, Site Image Landscape Architects, making it one of the greenest master-planned communities in the Hills District.&nbsp;

A key feature of the project will be a one-kilometre boardwalk running the length of the Cattai Creek connecting to Fred Caterson Reserve, a 58-hectare local reserve featuring picnic tables, children’s playgrounds, along with multiple sports facilities.&nbsp;

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Award-winning iCIRT-rated construction company, Decode, is in charge of the construction

Demolition commences at Castle Hill's largest residential development, Carrington Place

Melbourne Quarter is one of the most lavish completed&nbsp;developments located in the&nbsp;heart of&nbsp;Melbourne&rsquo;s vibrant CBD.

As we near the end of the First Home Buyer and HomeBuilder Grant,&nbsp;Urban have put together ten reasons why you might like to consider purchasing a&nbsp;home in&nbsp;the Melbourne Quarter development.&nbsp;

<h2>1. Developed by the Lendlease Group</h2>

The project&nbsp;is being developed by Lendlease, a multinational company headquartered in Sydney, with a&nbsp;very strong track record across Australia, Europe, the Americas and Asia.

They have won a number of awards&nbsp;across numerous Sydney and Melbourne projects and remain one of the&nbsp;most sustainable real estate funds in the world.

<h2>2. International design&nbsp;firm Fender Katsilidis have architected&nbsp;the building</h2>

Fender Katsalidis once a Melbourne-centric architectural practice, and now&nbsp;a highly awarded, multi-disciplinary international design firm is responsible for the architecture of this&nbsp;project among many others.&nbsp;

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They have their stamp on renowned&nbsp;developments such as&nbsp;Australia 108, Flinders Bank, Fulton Lane and High Society just to name a few.

<h2>3. Three whole floors of resort-style amenities. &nbsp;</h2>

The project includes a hotel-style lobby, concierge and exclusive access to Club MQ, which also means access to the three entire floors of resort-style amenities on offer.

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<h2>4. The Melbourne Quarter precinct</h2>

Melbourne Quarter offers residents more than just the one East Tower currently on offer. It is a sprawling&nbsp;2.5-hectare site dedicated to public open space, surely to be&nbsp;named Melbourne&rsquo;s greenest city precinct, with a mix of both retail and parkland on offer for residents.

<h2>5. $458,000 is below the Melbourne CBD&#39;s median apartment price</h2>

Home buyers can enjoy a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment in the Melbourne Quarter for as low as $458,000, below the $490,000 median apartment value, calculated by realestate.com.au

<h2>6. Range of luxury residences&nbsp;available</h2>

Currently on offer in the Eastern Tower of the Melbourne Quarter&nbsp;is a collection of spacious one and&nbsp;two-bedroom architecturally designed apartments, with a range of price points from $458,000 all the way to a pricier $1,032,000.

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<h2>7. Located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD</h2>

Bordered by the renowned Collins and Flinders Streets, Melbourne Quarter offers residents the convenience of living in Melbourne&rsquo;s vibrant CBD at affordable prices for first home buyers or investors.

<h2>8. Nearby developments of a similar quality are more expensive</h2>

For example another development with top of the line amenities, R. Iconic has&nbsp;prices starting from $507,000, across their range of one, two and three bedroom suites.

Or the similarly lavish&nbsp;The Docklands Residences which&nbsp;sits atop a brand new 8-floor Marriott Hotel and offers a number of luxury amenities.

<h2>9. The Melbourne CBD will always be in demand</h2>

The Melbourne CBD has overall managed despite&nbsp;downturn predictions of the market and may have even seen price values grow if not for&nbsp;on and off state-wide lockdowns. In fact a number of economists are extremely optimistic Melbourne prices which are&nbsp;tipped to climb by 8 per cent this year followed by 10 per cent in 2022.

A number of economists predict the battle between banks for new customers and the successful rollout of the coronavirus vaccine may super-charge even the national property market.

<h2>10. Views from your future home</h2>

Many apartments in the&nbsp;Melbourne Quarter hold sweeping views across both the city and skyline.

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Learn more and <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands" target="_blank">enquire with Urban&nbsp;about the Melbourne Quarter</a>.

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10 reasons to buy a brand new home in the Melbourne Quarter

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As Mirvac’s latest master-planned community, Waverley Park, nears completion, we took a look at what the sustainable and energy-efficient precinct in Melbourne’s Mulgrave has to offer.

The final stage of the community, The Finale, which includes its own picturesque lake, offers three, four and five-bedroom park front homes, a serene extension to your own private front garden.

Designed by Mirvac’s award-winning architects, the boutique range of family homes can be tailored to suit your lifestyle and preferences. 

The six-star energy rated homes boast cross-ventilation and superior insulation, reducing energy use and energy costs. LED lighting, solar hot water and energy-efficient appliances will deliver further savings for residents.

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The parklands include a variety of play equipment and facilities, including a rock-climbing wall, skate park, gym equipment and a basketball court. Plus have a picnic and take advantage of the shelters, barbecues and communal seating area. 

At the heart of the neighbourhood is the historic Waverley Park Stadium, shopping precinct and oval linked by welcoming streets, a community hub and extremely walkable parklands. Also within walking distance is the Goodlife Health Club, Waverley Park Dental Care, cafes and a village store supplying fresh produce.

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Five-bedroom residences are priced from $1,245,000, while three-bedroom homes begin at $785,000.

With limited family homes remaining, and only a short drive to the fashion capital, Chadstone, Waverley Place is not one to miss.

To find out more information on Waverley Place, enquire <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-townhouses/waverley-park-6-goodison-court-mulgrave" target="_blank">here</a>.
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The Finale residence release: What's on offer at Mirvac’s Waverley Park?

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The Brisbane-based developers Keylin Group and Kinstone Group has began construction on their waterfront homes and townhouses at the luxury Helensvale development Serenity 4212.

The construction commencement comes after more than $107 million in sales since the project, one of the Gold Coast’s largest waterfront land projects, launched 12 months ago.

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Over 30 per cent of Serenity Green, part of Serenity 4212 comprising 60 architecturally designed town homes, have sold, with more than $12 million in sales in just four months following its market launch. 

Remaining town homes in Serenity Green are priced from $535,000.

The sales generated in Serenity Green add to the $72 million achieved through Serenity Waters – a collection of 110 waterfront blocks of land that back onto Lake Serenity and the Coombabah Wetlands Conservation Area.

Keylin director Louis Cheung said Keylin was keen to expand its residential and commercial portfolio in the northern Gold Coast growth corridor between Helensvale, Hope Island and Coomera.

“We are absolutely delighted that our range of residential offerings has been so warmly welcomed by the marketplace,” Mr Cheung said.

“Keylin, with our team of consultants, has worked very hard to create the most diverse residential options available within our projects and they have been very well received.

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“It’s hard to believe that we have achieved so many sales in Serenity 4212 after only acquiring the waterfront site early last year and made so much progress across all our projects despite the challenges of the pandemic in 2020.”

Serenity Green’s town homes are positioned to capitalise on a growing market of discerning buyers seeking larger sized homes. 

“Demand for larger sized home is certainly growing, which in part is due to buyers spending more time at home during Covid. While the impacts of Covid-19 of the Gold Coast are subsiding, buyers’ desire to upsize their lifestyles certainly remains,” Mr Cheung added. 

Tony Ashwin, director of Ashwin Property which is managing the sales and marketing for Serenity 4212, said Serenity Green has been met with great immediate demand, particularly amongst the local owner-occupier demographic.

“Serenity 4212 is a unique, luxurious and well-priced offering and we’re witnessing great interest from the local community familiar with the great lifestyle on offer here,” said Mr Ashwin. 

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“There really isn’t much else on the market with the same level of offerings in a beautiful, private and idyllic location, so well-priced to meet the market.

“Demand for the larger sized home offering is certainly there. A lot of our buyers who don’t require all four bedrooms are converting the fourth room or the second living area into a home office which is ideal in a post-Covid working environment.”

A range of resident amenities will be on offer in the gated Serenity Green community including an outdoor recreation area with barbecque facilities and a large swimming pool.

Of the sales achieved to date, four first home buyers have taken advantage of $40,000 of government incentives – the $15,000 First Home Owners Grant and the $25,000 HomeBuilder scheme which ends this month.
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The construction commencement comes after more than $107 million in sales since the project, one of the Gold Coast’s largest waterfront land projects, launched 12 months ago.



Take a look at Keylin and Kinstone's Helensvale development as house and townhouse construction begins

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CDMA Australia has completed the first apartment building of its multi-staged, master-planned community, Rosella Place in Rouse Hill.

The first nine-level building has 72 apartments with large balconies offering sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. There are just five apartments left for sale in the development.

When completed in late 2023, Rosella Place will comprise 352 apartments across five mid-rise buildings.

The development at 56 Cudgegong Road, Rouse Hill is located in Sydney’s rapidly-growing north-west and is just 100 metres from the newly opened Tallawong Metro Station.

CDMA Australia sales and marketing manager Jonathan Tan said Rosella Place is the ideal purchase for a young family looking to make their first property purchase at a price that suits their budget as well as local downsizers who are looking for zero maintenance.

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“Investors will also be drawn to this project attracted to capital growth prospects with the raft of major infrastructure projects coming up in Rouse Hill including the $250 million expansion of the Rouse Hill Town Centre, the new Tallawong Town Centre, the opening of the new Rouse Hill Hospital and the Hills District’s first university, Norwest University", Tan said.

“In as little as five years’ time, Rouse Hill will be a major new centre in Sydney’s north west, home to thousands of more residents but also supported by significant local infrastructure and amenities.”

The next release of apartments at Rosella Place will be launched to market in mid March.

Designed by local architects WMK, Rosella Place, named after the vibrantly coloured Australian bird which is native to the Rouse Hill area, is one of the first residential projects to get underway in the rapidly expanding north west which meets a need for affordable, high quality apartments in close proximity to transport links and new public amenities.

The next release of apartments at Rosella Place will be launched to market in mid March.

About the developer

CDMA is a strategic alliance between major international property development firm Lianfa (Group) Co., Ltd (core arm of Xiamen C&amp;D Co., Ltd) and highly regarded local developer Metro Award Group.
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Investors, downsizers and families to be drawn to new Rouse Hill community Rosella Place

Sydney property fund manager and developer, WINIM, has secured a 2,052 sqm site in Northbridge, taking its North Shore portfolio to six boutique residential developments.

The local North Shore developer is set to create a development with a mix of apartments and developments at 46-48a Eastern Valley Way, opposite Shore Playing Fields.

WINIM joint managing director Josh Leahy said the site is ideal for residential as it is within easy walking distance to Northbridge Plaza, Sailors Bay and Warners Park.

He said the residences will be highly sought after by families, resizers or those looking for a luxury house-sized property with minimal maintenance and state of the art finishes.

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&ldquo;We engage with our customers from their first meeting with the sales agent. From monthly purchaser updates to quarterly site walks with the team, our customers are, as they should be, a key part of their property&rsquo;s journey.

WINIM&rsquo;s other North Shore projects have seen strong sales from local downsizers or right- sizers over the past six months at an average price of $2.5 million per property.

Set to feature striking, contemporary exterior and interior designs by local architect Rothelowman, WINIM&rsquo;s Northbridge project builds on the group&rsquo;s existing stable of premium, boutique North Shore holdings &ndash; carefully chosen, strategically located, high end properties including OTTO Cremorne and The Terraces Willoughby.

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Rothelowman principal architect Ben Pomroy said terraces or townhomes are highly sought after all over Sydney but particularly on the North Shore where space is at a premium.

&ldquo;Along with all of our previous projects for WINIM, a key feature of several of the residences will include private open spaces maximising privacy, lifestyle and entertainment options,&rdquo; he said.

Following the development application approval, the project will be brought to market in late 2021.

&ldquo;Sydney&rsquo;s Lower North Shore is a key part of our residential strategy to develop premium, bespoke, well-conceived owner-occupier projects featuring exceptional design, located in prime tightly held pockets such as Northbridge,&rdquo; Mr Leahy said.

&ldquo;As our sixth residential project to get underway on the Lower North Shore, Northbridge is a significant landmark project which will greatly contribute to the undersupply of premium owner-occupier dwellings in the suburb.&rdquo;

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WINIM history

Established by Josh Leahy and Joint Managing Director Justin Kuiters in 2010, WINIM has a history of successfully delivering large-scale master plans, retail complexes, mixed use sites and educational projects. A key focus of the business is delivering high quality Lower North Shore residential properties to existing valued and new customers.

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WINIM joint managing director Josh Leahy said the residences will be highly sought after by families, resizers or those looking for a luxury house-sized property with minimal maintenance.



Find out where Sydney developer WINIM has secured its next project

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Construction provider Icon has been announced as the preferred tenderer to construct the $300m mixed-use precinct The Village Alphington in Melbourne's north-east.

The 80,000 sqm project involves the delivery of build-to-rent, affordable housing, commercial and retail shopping precincts. There will be 2,500 new dwellings within the project.

Work on the project, located on the former Amcor Paper Mills site bordering Heidelberg Road and Latrobe Avenue 10 minutes from the CBD, will commence in the second quarter of 2021 following design development.

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Evan Byrne, Icon CEO/Managing Director said “This is another significant milestone in the growth of the Icon business since the acquisition by Kajima. 

"Our teams have experience in projects of this scale and complexity, and it's pleasing that our business today has the balance sheet strength to support this capability. We have been working in some capacity on this project since its inception more than five years ago, and it is very satisfying to see the client's vision become a reality. 

"We’re excited to be working alongside client Alpha Partners as construction partner, with potential for further involvement utilising the Icon Group's wider capabilities, including finance and development.” 
 
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Icon wins construction contract for The Village Alphington in Melbourne

The Brisbane-based luxury apartment developer Spyre Group has officially lodged plans&nbsp;for a fourth high end residential beachfront project on the Gold Coast.

They&#39;ll be converting the&nbsp;Komune Resort at Coolangatta in to a 12 level residential development they&#39;ve called Cala Dei Residences.

Designed by&nbsp;bureau^proberts, the development will have a total of 31 apartments.

Spyre Group director Andrew Malouf said the company had taken a considered approach to developing the site.

&ldquo;The site was originally intended for a 27-storey development, but we have significantly reduced this footprint. Instead, we propose to create luxury residences that complement the world class surfing reserve status of the southern Gold Coast beaches,&rdquo; said Mr Malouf.

Mr Malouf says&nbsp;the Komune property was ideal because it is a rare north-facing site.

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&ldquo;We have taken a lower density approach than the original proposal to give our newest project a level of sophistication that we know the market appreciates.

&ldquo;Our plan is to create an exclusive, boutique development that will set itself apart from other buildings in the area.&rdquo;

Between levels one and nine there will be 18 two bedroom apartments and nine three bedders. Level 10 will home two near 200 sqm sub penthouses and level 11 will have two penthouses, both with three bedrooms and their own private rooftop crowning the block.

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The two bedroom apartments span around 80 sqm of internal living space, with three bedroom apartments spanning over 220 sqm.

The ground level will feature&nbsp;576 sqm of recreational space, designed by Cusp Landscape Architecture which will include&nbsp;a communal resort area with plunge pools.

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Spyre Group bought the 862 sqm Marine Parade&nbsp;site from a company directed by Komune Resort owner Anthony Cannon and Fitness First founder Tony de Leede.

It&rsquo;s not the first time Spyre Group has chosen to redevelop a site already occupied by an existing multi-level building.

The company recently demolished the eight-storey Aspect apartment building, developed by Mimi McPherson on the Esplanade at Burleigh Heads, to start construction on its huge successful Natura project. Apartments range&nbsp;in price from $1.6 million to $3.5 million.

After spending the better part of a decade focusing on developments in Brisbane, Mr Malouf sees the Gold Coast market shaping up as a long-term proposition for the company.

&ldquo;The challenge always starts with securing the right site, and we&rsquo;ve been fortunate on the Gold Coast over the past few years targeting only the best beachfront sites in each area, especially with our latest acquisition at Coolangatta,&rdquo; he said.

&nbsp;&ldquo;The Gold Coast&rsquo;s natural environment may be what attracts people in the first place but creating luxury residences at this level provides a reason for many to stay.

&ldquo;The market is well supported by locals and increasingly by interstate buyers, and remarkably we see that trend continuing for some time.&rdquo;

Its debut project, the $79 million Elysian Broadbeach, has been completed with just two of the 61 apartments remaining for sale. The follow-up project, Maya at Kirra Beach, has just one apartment left from 16, while Natura also has only two of the 33 apartments offered to the market.

<h2>Other developments for sale on the Gold Coast</h2>

Shoreline, Surfers Paradise

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Shoreline is the latest Surfers Paradise tower to be created by Marquee Development Partners.

The boutique 27 apartment development across 17 levels offers residents a luxury unseen in the between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach for a number of years.

Miles Residences, Kirra Beach

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The Miles Residences Kirra Point will be one of Kirra Point&#39;s most impressive towers when it&#39;s completed in 2023.

The development of 118 apartments is part of the redevelopment of the&nbsp;Kirra Beach&nbsp;Hotel. The brains behind the operation is the family-ran KTQ Group, led by Peggy Flannery, who are behind the award-winning Elements of Byron Bay.

Designed by bureau^proberts, the development will have a total of 31 apartments across 12 levels

Spyre Group plan Komune Resort redevelopment dubbed Cala Dei Residences 

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The Melbourne-based property developer GURNERTM has secured St Kilda's well known Cushion Lounge and has lodged $35 million plans to create what will be the first in a series of new concept hotels under the Club Maison brand.

Club Maison will provide ultra-luxury boutique short and long-stay accomodation.

Gurner, who paid $2.25 million for the 99 Fitzroy Street building, has had the Sydney HQ'd Warren and Mahoney Architects draw up plans for the first concept hotel, with 25 rooms across six levels. There will be hotel facilities such as a swimming pool and outdoor dining space.

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From Fitzroy Street, where there will be a commercial space facing the street, it will look like the building has just three levels.

The design takes its cues from the Palazzo della Civilta Italiana in Rome and Mondadori building in Milan, with huge arched windows lining the façade, while exposed concrete, brick and steel in repeating curvilinear forms pay homage to Fitzroy Street’s iconic buildings including The George, Brooklawn Mansion and the neighbouring St Kilda terrace homes.

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GURNERTM founder and director, Tim Gurner said the Club Maison concept would become an exciting way forward for our brand, carving out a niche in an asset class that is not strictly residential.

“When you look at the successful business model of Soho House in London and New York, we want to take a similar approach and apply it at a local scale.

“Our Club Maison buildings will offer discerning Australians a private club experience with long and short term stays, private and public amenity and a very big focus on world-class hospitality offerings.

“These projects will become long-term investments for us as we look to strategically hold more assets across our portfolio into the future,” he said.

The developer confirmed it had adopted an aggressive acquisition mindset throughout 2020 and plans to acquire 12 to 15 sites of varying scale across the country within the coming 12 to 18 months.

“We are aggressively looking for further sites as the business continues to diversify and grow,” said Gurner.

The site is located just metres from the developer’s first landmark St Kilda project, Saint Moritz, which secured a record penthouse sale last year.

“Saint Moritz really re-invigorated my love for St Kilda – we are excited about the opportunities here and I believe St Kilda is really just at the beginning of a once-in-a- generation transformation."
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Gurner has had the Sydney HQ'd Warren and Mahoney Architects draw up plans for the first concept hotel, with 25 rooms across six levels.



Gurner buys St Kilda's Cushion Lounge, lodges plans for first Club Maison project

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Robina Group is preparing for a busy start to the year, with its Vue Terrace Homes posting $8 million of sales in just eight weeks to wrap up 2020, marking one of the biggest sales periods in the community’s history.

Located on Vue Boulevard in the heart of Robina on the Gold Coast, Vue Terrace Homes is also catching the eye of local and interstate investors, with the community boasting zero rental vacancy and a waiting list of tenants.

Robina Group recently put the finishing touches on the final stage in Vue, meaning all three bedroom plus multi-purpose room terraces in the gated community are now complete and ready to move into.

First home buyer, Sam Grima, was among the latest purchasers to secure his place at Vue and said he had found the ‘perfect location’ to call home. The 27-year-old engineer, a born and bred Gold Coaster, said rather than renting he had been living with his parents and saving for his dream home

“Vue is the perfect location and, as a structural engineer, I also love its architectural design," Mr Grima said

Robina Group development manager Darrell Irwinsaid local downsizers and upsizers had been leading the charge with recent sales, but noted there had also been strong interest from first home buyers in Robina.

“Vue is one of the few communities with completed homes on offer anywhere on the Gold Coast –and the central suburb of Robina is particularly sought-after –so that has been driving significant interest from those wanting to move straight into anew home,” he said.

Mr Irwin said across the board, purchasers were attracted to the architectural design, with all details including orientation, natural lighting, views, breezes and privacy considered.

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The three bedroom homes each feature generous living spaces, 2.5 bathrooms, dedicated study and media space, storage, a spacious and secure courtyard, high-speed internet connectivity and access to a resort-style pool and recreation deck.

On top of that, they offer a place in Robina, close to major public transport, hospitals, schools, universities and shops and at the doorstep of the expansive new Robina City Parklands, set to become the city’s central park.

Vue Terrace Homes are priced from $629,000.
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 Vue Terrace Homes is catching the eye of both local and interstate investors, with the community boasting zero rental vacancy and a waiting list of tenants

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