Archive for October 2022

Development Victoria has officially gained approval from DELWP to develop the former Fitzroy Gasworks site into a sustainable, multi-purpose urban precinct. The project, expected to be completed by 2026, will set a new standard for sustainable and affordable urban renewal. “The Development Plan approval is a major milestone for the project which was truly developed…

Boutique developer Lowe Living has announced plans for a large-scale, 2,500-square-metre mixed-use project that will include luxury commercial and apartment space in South Melbourne. The developer is extending its expertise to fill a demand for larger high-end residential and mixed-use projects in South Melbourne’s city outskirts, while maintaining a focus on boutique developments for luxury…

Master Builders Victoria has launched an Australian-first research project to support Victoria’s post-Covid building and construction industry. A delegation has embarked on a three-week study tour of Europe, Canada, and the United States to investigate a raft of measures, including: Emerging trends in alternative supply chains and materials The circular economy Net zero buildings Regulatory…

The redevelopment of Melbourne Polytechnic has kicked off this week with a groundbreaking ceremony at the Collingwood Campus. Donald Cant Watts Corke, who will be project managing the redevelopment, was joined onsite by several key figures – including the Hon. Richard Wynne MP, Minister for Training, Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney, and Melbourne Polytechnic…

Oreana Group has submitted plans for a $250 million mixed-use development at 177 Toorak Road. Designed by Fender Katsalidis Architects, the plans outline an office tower, a 116-room luxury hotel, and four levels of basement car parking. The existing and well-known European-style piazza has also been incorporated into the design. Amenities will include a wellness…

Tim Gurner has added another jewel to his crown, joining forces with the Liberman family to develop a 1.8-hectare site at the Docklands. The world-class precinct, heralded as a destination venue, will feature: Over 1,200 apartments A 200-room hotel A wellness precinct Retail and commercial office space The site is located at 208-226 Harbour Esplanade,…

Melbourne City Council has embarked on an ambitious strategy to reach net zero by 2040 – and they want developers and property owners to have their say about it. The Council has released a discussion paper titled Zero Carbon Buildings for Melbourne. It proposes seven key initiatives, including incentivising building performance through reduced rates and…

Icon has won the construction contract for a new office building at 600 Lonsdale, beating tenders submitted by Multiplex and Hacer Group. The 42-storey tower will include almost 30,000 square metres of office and retail space. It will replace a three-storey building on the corner of Lonsdale and King Streets, currently being demolished. Other notable features…

“We need to hire…again.” Sound familiar? Recruitment is a drag – unless, of course, you’re a recruiter! And if you’re reading this article, chances are you’re tired of being the recruiting ringmaster at your workplace and are ready to bring in an external expert. But which option do you choose – contingent recruitment or retained…