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Innovation That Works: Solving Real-World Fitout Challenges

4 days ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Leon Della Bosca |Clare J Burnett |Vanessa Croll |Phil Bartsch

In today’s commercial construction landscape, a fitout isn’t just about form—it’s about performance. From acoustic control in open-plan offices to compliance in healthcare settings, the interior fitout environment must now work harder than ever. Add rising material costs, tighter timelines, and increased demand for sustainable outcomes—and the need for smarter, faster, more adaptable solutions stands out.
Less for More: Sydney Locks in Apartment Retention Rule

5 days ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Vanessa Croll

FIRST RELEASE TICKETS ON SALE FOR URBANITY-25 CONNECTING PROPERTY LEADERS ACROSS THE ASIA PACIFICFIRST TICKETS ON SALE FOR URBANITY-25 WHERE THE PROPERTY INDUSTRY CONNECTS
RWC Retail Moves $30m in Regional IGA Sales

6 days ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Clare Burnett |Vanessa Croll |Phil Bartsch |Marisa Wikramanayake

Sponsored ContentRWC Retail has recently sold almost $30 million in IGA anchored investments, generating a combined 1031 enquiries, reaffirming the significant investor demand across Queensland. Three retail investments—a freestanding Seasons IGA in Maleny (Sunshine Coast), a Cornetts anchored neighbourhood centre in Garbutt (Townsville) and a convenience IGA in the regional town of Childers—were brought to market in late 2024.
Sydney Hotel to Co-Living Conversion Points Way for Sector Evolution

6 days ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Clare J Burnett

FIRST RELEASE TICKETS ON SALE FOR URBANITY-25 CONNECTING PROPERTY LEADERS ACROSS THE ASIA PACIFICFIRST TICKETS ON SALE FOR URBANITY-25 WHERE THE PROPERTY INDUSTRY CONNECTS
Residential Towers Overtakes Inner-Sydney Hospital Plan

6 days ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Clare J Burnett

ResidentialPlans for a shoptop apartment block in Sydney’s Inner West are moving ahead after a previously approved health precinct was axed. Rezoning proposals for a nine-storey private hospital building at Annandale, 5km west of the Sydney CBD, were approved in January after a lengthy planning process to change the site from light industrial uses.
Melbourne Luna Park Revival Wins State Backing

1 week ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Marisa Wikramanayake

DevelopmentWork to reopen a Melbourne landmark has taken a step forward with the state agreeing to help fund the rescue and restoration of Luna Park’s Luna Palace building at St Kilda. The Victorian Government has committed $5 million in its 2025-26 Budget to help restore the building that is home to the Penny Arcade and dodgems. The palace opened as part of the park in 1912. Luna Park Melbourne, which manages the site, will contribute $17 million to the restoration project.
Sydney Fish Market Rezoning Clears Way for 320 Homes

1 week ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Clare J Burnett

PlanningThe fast-tracked rezoning of the old Sydney Fish Market will clear the way for another 320 homes as part of the “once-in-a-generation” Blackwattle Bay renewal. The finalised rezoning proposal amends planning controls in the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2021 to allow more residential floor space. The harbour foreshore revitalisation now has the capacity for the delivery of 1500 homes. This includes 7.5 per cent affordable housing, which is required to remain affordable in perpetuity.
Geelong Snatches Migration Crown from Sunshine Coast

1 week ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Marisa Wikramanayake

ResidentialQueensland’s Sunshine Coast has been dethroned after two years of topping the regional migration destination list by Victoria’s second city. According to Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s Regional Movers Index (RMI), 9.3 per cent of total regional migration inflows nationally went to Greater Geelong during the year March, 2024 to March this year. The Sunshine Coast attracted 8.9 per cent during the same period.
Breaking Delivery Crisis Chokehold on NSW’s Biggest Housing Market

1 week ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Vanessa Croll

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Fast Funds, Real Help-Woodbridge Capital Delivers Both

1 week ago | theurbandeveloper.com | Vanessa Croll |Clare J Burnett |Phil Bartsch |Taryn Paris

In the world of private credit, it’s not hard to find lenders that promise fast approvals, flexible terms, and cheap loans. But according to many in the property and finance sectors, there’s one firm that consistently stands out for delivering more than just promises—privately held private credit firm Woodbridge Capital.