Aura

Aura by Aqualand, a multi-billion dollar transformation of North Sydney, introduces a new way of living in this new CBD precinct.

An ideal location for the next generation of homeowners, businesses and visitors, North Sydney hugs the Sydney Harbour and the city&rsquo;s heartland precincts.

Situated at Walker Street, Aura enjoys a position in close proximity to leading schools, beautiful walks and cultural icons.

Aqualand calls this a &ldquo;new era&rdquo; for North Sydney, with plans for the area visionary in their scale.

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This includes 19 key projects in the area delivered by government and private investment, representing an addition of more than 17,000sqm of new parks and plazas.

&ldquo;These visionary new public spaces reveal a dynamic cosmopolitan lifestyle woven into lush greenery and sun-lit corridors&rdquo;, Aqualand Australia note.

Designed by Woods Bagot and Richards Stanisch, Aura will deliver a 28-level tower which will comprise a mix of 386 luxury residences, retails, dining precinct, and commercial spaces.

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Extensive resident amenities are also on offer, including pool and gym, dining and entertaining area and outdoor barbecue facilities.

Aqualand&#39;s recently launched hospitality arm, Etymon Projects, has also been engaged on the project to manage a providore, artisan bakery and a contemporary Japanese eatery.

Residents will benefit from decade-long plans designed to transform North Sydney, including a large investment in green spaces and entertainment precincts, and a new pedestrian space on Miller Street. &nbsp;

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Between Berry Street and the Pacific Highway, the closure of Miller Street gives room for a 7,450sqm public plaza outside the Victoria Cross metro station.

Other transformations include the conversion of the tramway viaduct to create a large active recreation space and an upgrade to Primrose Park.

This includes four new tennis courts, a barbeque area and a children&rsquo;s playground, while the city will also see new laneways running between buildings and vibrant cafes.

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Situated at Walker Street, Aura enjoys a position in close proximity to leading schools, beautiful walks and cultural icons

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How Aura by Aqualand takes advantage of the transformation of North Sydney 

Sydney developers are building office and residential towers as the North Sydney CBD prepares for the opening of its new Metro station

The new wave in development is set to pivot the precinct into a key apartment hub for the first time.

Aqualand&rsquo;s $1bn development, Aura has seen strong sales since its launch last December.

Leveraging off the success of nearby Blue at Milsons Point, Aqualand is building a 386-apartment tower on its 168 Walker St site, located near North Sydney Oval.

It&#39;s a Woods Bagot design, with interiors by Richards Stanisich.

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Its three bedroom apartments were the most popular among buyers, starting at $3 million with owner occupiers and a sprinkling of investors.

Melbourne-based Cbus Property is advancing its project plans, having partnered with Neil Werrett&rsquo;s Galileo on East Walker St, North Sydney.

The 4000sq m amalgamation of seven residential sites is located within North Sydney Council&rsquo;s Ward Street Precinct, a masterplan initiative intended to stimulate the northern end of North Sydney&rsquo;s CBD.

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The site at 173-179 Walker Street and 11-17 Hampden Street, North Sydney is among the opportunities emerging from the decision to proceed with Victoria Cross Metro station, which opens in 2024.

Cbus plan to develop high-end owner-occupier residences with views across the harbour.

FJMT Studio has been appointed to design the project which pending approval, will see demolition and excavation next year.

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Its construction is anticipated to commence in 2023 with completion in 2026.

Cbus and Galileo purchased the site for around $150 million from property developer Avenor, which had spent several years amalgamating the site.

The site include five residential flat buildings each of three to four storeys and two single dwelling houses.

The Avenor development application indicated increased residential densities would increase the demand for retail and commercial services, increasing the economic viability and vibrancy of North Sydney. The planning proposal was initially assessed by the Sydney North Planning Panel in 2017/2018 and deemed by the panel to have strategic merit.

Developers took a look at the 167-room The Rydges North Sydney Hotel, which was listed for sale at 54 McLaren St, but yet to find a buyer.

The hotel occupies a 2549sq m freehold site in North Sydney.

The Sydney Metro rail development will see the commute from Victoria Cross Station in North Sydney to Barangaroo in Sydney&rsquo;s CBD just three minutes.

The fresh wave of office projects in North Sydney has seen Sydney&#39;s fast-growing second CBD set accommodate a further 20,000 workers by 2036.

Heavy government and private investment in North Sydney is planned with 19 key projects that will see over 17,000sqm of new parks and plazas, creating a new network of laneways, and improving pedestrian safety and amenity.

The initial $3.2 billion wave of office development included Suntech REIT&rsquo;s 177 Pacific Highway, Winten Property Group&rsquo;s 1 Denison Street and Dexus&rsquo; 100 Mount Street towers.

Now a further $2.9 billion of projects include Lendlease&rsquo;s Victoria Cross tower and Billbergia&rsquo;s office-hotel development at 88 Walker.

It has been noted strata dwellings within the North Sydney LGA provide a more affordable option for its residents and key workers.&nbsp;

The Avenor application noted the median strata price was 109% lower than the median price of non-strata dwellings in the LGA.

The Department of Planning and Environment (DP&amp;E) project the need for an additional 11,450 dwelling for the LGA over the next 20 years from 2016, equating to a target of 573 new dwellings per annum in the LGA.

Of this growth in households, 51% or 5,350 households is attributed to lone person households, while 23% and 12% is attributed to couples without dependents and couples without dependents, respectively.

Aqualand’s $1bn development, Aura has seen strong sales since its launch last year


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North Sydney's CBD renewal will see pivot to apartments as Metro station nears

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Stockland announced a new $5 million extension to the Baringa Town Centre in its next stage of development in Aura on the Sunshine Coast.
The project will include a state-of-the- art medical centre and family-owned swim school, in addition to a number of other retail offerings, and marks a major milestone for the $5 billion community.
The new 1,215 square metre development will be comprised of Avenue Dental, Aura Family Doctors and John Wallace Swim School, bringing a number of valuable facilities and services to the award-winning masterplanned community.
Josh Sondergeld, Project Director at Stockland, said he was thrilled to progress plans to further develop and diversify the existing retail precinct in the heart of Aura’s first suburb of Baringa.
“Baringa is already shaping up to be a thriving community with retail, residential, commercial, education – and now – health hub.
“This development is in line with our strategy to deliver the best communities in the country – providing excellent outcomes for residents and key infrastructure close to home. We know the importance of health services, now more than ever before, and are pleased to be able to offer the Aura community easier access to such critical resources.”
Mr Sondergeld continued: “More than 5,000 people are now calling Aura home and we look forward to welcoming many more residents into our community this year.”
Kristy Perkins, Owner of John Wallace Swim School, said that they were looking forward to expanding their swim school business within Aura.
Greg Fine, Principal Dentist at Avenue Dental, said: “We’ve been a proud part of the Sunshine Coast community for the last 29 years and are so excited to now offer our services in Baringa. We have already formed a very strong connection with the area as many staff members call Aura home.
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Kayleigh Thompson, Practice Manager at Aura Family Doctors, said: “The Aura Family Doctors team is looking forward to opening in the Sunshine Coast’s newest development and being part of a growing community.
The new medical centre and swim school will be located on the corner of Baringa Drive and Aura Boulevard, adjacent to the Baringa Town Centre, and be easily accessible via the Aura Veloway and the extensive networks of dedicated walking and cycle paths.
It is expected to open early 2021.
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