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Sydney Morning Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Landmark leads Sydney housing crisis response with major developments
As Sydney grapples with a persistent housing crisis, Landmark Group is pioneering innovative residential living options that make new homes in great suburbs more than a dream for some of society's most vital workers. Demonstrating its long-term commitment to affordable housing initiatives, the developer is making the most of forward-thinking government policies that expedite building quality homes for essential workers. These buyers, who include teachers, police officers and nurses, are sometimes priced out of the market in suburbs close to where they work. To help support these important community members to own their own homes, Landmark has secured approvals for two major projects under the NSW government's State Significant Development (SDD) scheme, which was introduced at the end of 2023. Landmark's projects are some of the first to be greenlighted under the SDD. This program allows developers to streamline regulatory approvals to meet the urgent demand for housing. So far, the NSW government has declared 64 proposals for around 27,800 homes as state significant. Thanks to the SDD, two Landmark developments, Casa Delmar in Dee Why and Live Caringbah, will incorporate 15 per cent affordable housing options, supporting key workers to live and work in the communities they serve. The combined value of these projects is estimated to be $600 million, contributing nearly 500 apartments to Sydney's housing supply. Its proactive approach to construction is one of the attributes that sets Landmark apart. Work is already underway to bring these projects to life as quickly as possible. The basement work for Casa Delmar is already complete and construction has recently broken ground at Live Caringbah. While many building companies talk about the need for change, Landmark is actively making it happen. The urgency of the housing crisis in Sydney cannot be overstated. According to research by Sydney University, without measures to enhance housing affordability, it is unlikely there will be any parts of Sydney where a median part-time or full-time income can solely cover the cost of purchasing a home until at least 2031. Landmark Group is stepping up to meet this challenge, with plans to deliver a total of 1,450 apartments across Sydney by 2026. This ambitious goal is backed by a robust pipeline of more than $5 billion in residential developments.
The Advertiser
06-08-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Developer's bold plan to create 'Newcastle's Double Bay'
Plans for a seven-storey, 40-unit mixed-use development that its backers hope will help transform The Junction into Newcastle's version of Sydney's Double Bay have been revealed. Boasting four top-floor penthouses and a basement car park, the $30 million proposal for between 189-197 Union Street and 11-15 Kenrick Street represents the biggest development proposal to occur in the inner Newcastle suburb in decades. "If you look at the type of development that has been happening in and around Double Bay over the past 15 years... we believe the same thing can happen here in Newcastle," Diverse Property Constructions development manager Mark Randon said. "We want to create improved pedestrian walkways, vibrant green spaces, and outdoor dining zones with state-of-the-art facilities; our goal is to enhance The Junction's amenity, accessibility, and economic strength." A pre-development application shows the project will house 280 residents and create 210 construction jobs. The 24-metre high proposal will also require a significant increase to the area's current 10-metre height limit. If all goes well, Mr Randon said he hoped construction could begin in late 2026 or early 2027. Mr Randon said the design process had been informed by feedback from local businesses and stakeholders to ensure the project aligned with community needs and aspirations. "This project represents a significant investment in the future of The Junction: delivering a thriving, integrated development that people will be proud to live, work, and socialise in. We aim to truly reflect the values of the community and contribute to the long-term economic and social vitality of The Junction," he said. "In addition to strengthening the local business environment and creating new employment opportunities, the project places a strong emphasis on sustainability and inclusive design, ensuring that The Junction continues to be a place where people foster a strong sense of place and purpose." An environmental impact statement is presently being prepared for the State Significant Development. Artist's impressions of the proposed design are expected to be released in the coming weeks. The project also complements the state government's push to introduce higher-density housing in key locations across the Lower Hunter, including the Junction. Other locations include Adamstown, Hamilton and Kotara stations, Green Hills, Mayfield, Belmont, Boolaroo, Cessnock, Maitland, Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace town centres. The government says the low and mid-rise housing policy will reintroduce housing choice and diversity back into urban planning by filling in the 'missing middle' between high-rise apartments and greenfield development. Speaking in the lead-up to the June state budget, NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the government would look at tweaking the program to better suit market conditions. "We will always look to see whether we can tweak policy settings to reflect the conditions we're currently in, but we have made a lot of progress in showing people that these are really fantastic communities in which to live and fantastic communities in which to raise families," he said. "I see the [Transport-Oriented Development] policy as being a really good first step in showing people that we are serious about solving the housing crisis, but equally respectful of people's desire to live in terrific neighbourhoods." Plans for a seven-storey, 40-unit mixed-use development that its backers hope will help transform The Junction into Newcastle's version of Sydney's Double Bay have been revealed. Boasting four top-floor penthouses and a basement car park, the $30 million proposal for between 189-197 Union Street and 11-15 Kenrick Street represents the biggest development proposal to occur in the inner Newcastle suburb in decades. "If you look at the type of development that has been happening in and around Double Bay over the past 15 years... we believe the same thing can happen here in Newcastle," Diverse Property Constructions development manager Mark Randon said. "We want to create improved pedestrian walkways, vibrant green spaces, and outdoor dining zones with state-of-the-art facilities; our goal is to enhance The Junction's amenity, accessibility, and economic strength." A pre-development application shows the project will house 280 residents and create 210 construction jobs. The 24-metre high proposal will also require a significant increase to the area's current 10-metre height limit. If all goes well, Mr Randon said he hoped construction could begin in late 2026 or early 2027. Mr Randon said the design process had been informed by feedback from local businesses and stakeholders to ensure the project aligned with community needs and aspirations. "This project represents a significant investment in the future of The Junction: delivering a thriving, integrated development that people will be proud to live, work, and socialise in. We aim to truly reflect the values of the community and contribute to the long-term economic and social vitality of The Junction," he said. "In addition to strengthening the local business environment and creating new employment opportunities, the project places a strong emphasis on sustainability and inclusive design, ensuring that The Junction continues to be a place where people foster a strong sense of place and purpose." An environmental impact statement is presently being prepared for the State Significant Development. Artist's impressions of the proposed design are expected to be released in the coming weeks. The project also complements the state government's push to introduce higher-density housing in key locations across the Lower Hunter, including the Junction. Other locations include Adamstown, Hamilton and Kotara stations, Green Hills, Mayfield, Belmont, Boolaroo, Cessnock, Maitland, Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace town centres. The government says the low and mid-rise housing policy will reintroduce housing choice and diversity back into urban planning by filling in the 'missing middle' between high-rise apartments and greenfield development. Speaking in the lead-up to the June state budget, NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the government would look at tweaking the program to better suit market conditions. "We will always look to see whether we can tweak policy settings to reflect the conditions we're currently in, but we have made a lot of progress in showing people that these are really fantastic communities in which to live and fantastic communities in which to raise families," he said. "I see the [Transport-Oriented Development] policy as being a really good first step in showing people that we are serious about solving the housing crisis, but equally respectful of people's desire to live in terrific neighbourhoods." Plans for a seven-storey, 40-unit mixed-use development that its backers hope will help transform The Junction into Newcastle's version of Sydney's Double Bay have been revealed. Boasting four top-floor penthouses and a basement car park, the $30 million proposal for between 189-197 Union Street and 11-15 Kenrick Street represents the biggest development proposal to occur in the inner Newcastle suburb in decades. "If you look at the type of development that has been happening in and around Double Bay over the past 15 years... we believe the same thing can happen here in Newcastle," Diverse Property Constructions development manager Mark Randon said. "We want to create improved pedestrian walkways, vibrant green spaces, and outdoor dining zones with state-of-the-art facilities; our goal is to enhance The Junction's amenity, accessibility, and economic strength." A pre-development application shows the project will house 280 residents and create 210 construction jobs. The 24-metre high proposal will also require a significant increase to the area's current 10-metre height limit. If all goes well, Mr Randon said he hoped construction could begin in late 2026 or early 2027. Mr Randon said the design process had been informed by feedback from local businesses and stakeholders to ensure the project aligned with community needs and aspirations. "This project represents a significant investment in the future of The Junction: delivering a thriving, integrated development that people will be proud to live, work, and socialise in. We aim to truly reflect the values of the community and contribute to the long-term economic and social vitality of The Junction," he said. "In addition to strengthening the local business environment and creating new employment opportunities, the project places a strong emphasis on sustainability and inclusive design, ensuring that The Junction continues to be a place where people foster a strong sense of place and purpose." An environmental impact statement is presently being prepared for the State Significant Development. Artist's impressions of the proposed design are expected to be released in the coming weeks. The project also complements the state government's push to introduce higher-density housing in key locations across the Lower Hunter, including the Junction. Other locations include Adamstown, Hamilton and Kotara stations, Green Hills, Mayfield, Belmont, Boolaroo, Cessnock, Maitland, Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace town centres. The government says the low and mid-rise housing policy will reintroduce housing choice and diversity back into urban planning by filling in the 'missing middle' between high-rise apartments and greenfield development. Speaking in the lead-up to the June state budget, NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the government would look at tweaking the program to better suit market conditions. "We will always look to see whether we can tweak policy settings to reflect the conditions we're currently in, but we have made a lot of progress in showing people that these are really fantastic communities in which to live and fantastic communities in which to raise families," he said. "I see the [Transport-Oriented Development] policy as being a really good first step in showing people that we are serious about solving the housing crisis, but equally respectful of people's desire to live in terrific neighbourhoods." Plans for a seven-storey, 40-unit mixed-use development that its backers hope will help transform The Junction into Newcastle's version of Sydney's Double Bay have been revealed. Boasting four top-floor penthouses and a basement car park, the $30 million proposal for between 189-197 Union Street and 11-15 Kenrick Street represents the biggest development proposal to occur in the inner Newcastle suburb in decades. "If you look at the type of development that has been happening in and around Double Bay over the past 15 years... we believe the same thing can happen here in Newcastle," Diverse Property Constructions development manager Mark Randon said. "We want to create improved pedestrian walkways, vibrant green spaces, and outdoor dining zones with state-of-the-art facilities; our goal is to enhance The Junction's amenity, accessibility, and economic strength." A pre-development application shows the project will house 280 residents and create 210 construction jobs. The 24-metre high proposal will also require a significant increase to the area's current 10-metre height limit. If all goes well, Mr Randon said he hoped construction could begin in late 2026 or early 2027. Mr Randon said the design process had been informed by feedback from local businesses and stakeholders to ensure the project aligned with community needs and aspirations. "This project represents a significant investment in the future of The Junction: delivering a thriving, integrated development that people will be proud to live, work, and socialise in. We aim to truly reflect the values of the community and contribute to the long-term economic and social vitality of The Junction," he said. "In addition to strengthening the local business environment and creating new employment opportunities, the project places a strong emphasis on sustainability and inclusive design, ensuring that The Junction continues to be a place where people foster a strong sense of place and purpose." An environmental impact statement is presently being prepared for the State Significant Development. Artist's impressions of the proposed design are expected to be released in the coming weeks. The project also complements the state government's push to introduce higher-density housing in key locations across the Lower Hunter, including the Junction. Other locations include Adamstown, Hamilton and Kotara stations, Green Hills, Mayfield, Belmont, Boolaroo, Cessnock, Maitland, Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace town centres. The government says the low and mid-rise housing policy will reintroduce housing choice and diversity back into urban planning by filling in the 'missing middle' between high-rise apartments and greenfield development. Speaking in the lead-up to the June state budget, NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the government would look at tweaking the program to better suit market conditions. "We will always look to see whether we can tweak policy settings to reflect the conditions we're currently in, but we have made a lot of progress in showing people that these are really fantastic communities in which to live and fantastic communities in which to raise families," he said. "I see the [Transport-Oriented Development] policy as being a really good first step in showing people that we are serious about solving the housing crisis, but equally respectful of people's desire to live in terrific neighbourhoods."
The Advertiser
10-07-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
'Just not workable': Newcastle Basketball addresses laundry list of concerns about stadium
NEWCASTLE Basketball said it has lodged its response to submissions on the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre after it was asked to address a laundry list of issues, but the Department of Planning, Infrastructure and Housing said the documentation is still being finalised. Hundreds of people objected to the proposed $82 million basketball stadium on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals. Of 667 submissions to the state government, 72.5 per cent were against and 26 per cent were in support. The response to submissions was due June 6. Newcastle Basketball said it lodged the response with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) a week after the due date, in agreement with the department. Newcastle Basketball project coordinator Simon Haire said the project team has made changes to the site layout to "address primary concerns". "By shifting the building further west and adjusting vehicle movements, we've tackled key issues such as flood hazards and traffic flow," he said. DPHI asked Newcastle Basketball to address a spate of issues, including flooding, traffic and parking, noise impacts and inconsistencies across plans and documents, among other things in its response to submissions. Newcastle Basketball said it has drafted a Flood Emergency Response Plan and a Traffic Event Management Plan in response to feedback. "While not typically required at this stage, we've taken extra steps to provide a greater level of detail to alleviate any concerns," Mr Haire said. A DPHI spokesman said Newcastle Basketball was asked to prepare a response to submissions (RTS) report as part of its State Significant Development application. "The department had requested the RTS be submitted in June 2025," he said. "The applicant advised the department it was not able to meet the requested date, as it is continuing to finalise its RTS documentation. "Questions regarding the timing of the applicant's RTS lodgement should be directed to the applicant." The spokesman said that once the RTS has been submitted, the department will assess the development. "Consideration will be given to the comments or issues raised by council, agencies, other organisations and the public," he said. "Given more than 50 objections were received during the Environmental Impact Statement exhibition, the final determination of the State Significant Development will be made by the Independent Planning Commission." While a vast majority of submissions objected to the proposed development, many acknowledged Newcastle's need for a new stadium despite rejecting the location. Common objections commented on the loss of green space, the impact on local schools and sporting clubs that use the fields, traffic concerns, flooding risks for nearby properties and a lack of consultation. The Hunter basketball community threw its support behind the project, as did the National Basketball League (NBL). Save Our Lambton Ovals member Jacqui Rosewood said she was unsure if some of the issues raised could be addressed. "It's a bit of a minefield. The line Newcastle Basketball has held with the media to this point is that there are just a few little things they have to fix up, and we know there are more than a few little things," she said. "We can't see how they can address some of those issues, but they seemingly are still trying. "I just think there are so many issues, the general feeling is that it's just not workable there." Newcastle Basketball was awarded a $25 million grant from the previous state Liberal government for the project in 2019, and if approved, it is expected to take two and a half years to build. Newcastle Basketball general manager Sara Jiear said the project will break down barriers to participation in sports and physical activity. "It will support a range of sports including basketball, volleyball, badminton, netball, futsal and pickleball," she said. "The facility is designed to be fully accessible and inclusive, ensuring people of all ages and abilities can be physically and socially active in a community atmosphere." Newcastle Basketball said the department will review the response to submissions before taking the next step in the process. The response to submissions is not yet publicly available. Submissions closed in November last year. NEWCASTLE Basketball said it has lodged its response to submissions on the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre after it was asked to address a laundry list of issues, but the Department of Planning, Infrastructure and Housing said the documentation is still being finalised. Hundreds of people objected to the proposed $82 million basketball stadium on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals. Of 667 submissions to the state government, 72.5 per cent were against and 26 per cent were in support. The response to submissions was due June 6. Newcastle Basketball said it lodged the response with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) a week after the due date, in agreement with the department. Newcastle Basketball project coordinator Simon Haire said the project team has made changes to the site layout to "address primary concerns". "By shifting the building further west and adjusting vehicle movements, we've tackled key issues such as flood hazards and traffic flow," he said. DPHI asked Newcastle Basketball to address a spate of issues, including flooding, traffic and parking, noise impacts and inconsistencies across plans and documents, among other things in its response to submissions. Newcastle Basketball said it has drafted a Flood Emergency Response Plan and a Traffic Event Management Plan in response to feedback. "While not typically required at this stage, we've taken extra steps to provide a greater level of detail to alleviate any concerns," Mr Haire said. A DPHI spokesman said Newcastle Basketball was asked to prepare a response to submissions (RTS) report as part of its State Significant Development application. "The department had requested the RTS be submitted in June 2025," he said. "The applicant advised the department it was not able to meet the requested date, as it is continuing to finalise its RTS documentation. "Questions regarding the timing of the applicant's RTS lodgement should be directed to the applicant." The spokesman said that once the RTS has been submitted, the department will assess the development. "Consideration will be given to the comments or issues raised by council, agencies, other organisations and the public," he said. "Given more than 50 objections were received during the Environmental Impact Statement exhibition, the final determination of the State Significant Development will be made by the Independent Planning Commission." While a vast majority of submissions objected to the proposed development, many acknowledged Newcastle's need for a new stadium despite rejecting the location. Common objections commented on the loss of green space, the impact on local schools and sporting clubs that use the fields, traffic concerns, flooding risks for nearby properties and a lack of consultation. The Hunter basketball community threw its support behind the project, as did the National Basketball League (NBL). Save Our Lambton Ovals member Jacqui Rosewood said she was unsure if some of the issues raised could be addressed. "It's a bit of a minefield. The line Newcastle Basketball has held with the media to this point is that there are just a few little things they have to fix up, and we know there are more than a few little things," she said. "We can't see how they can address some of those issues, but they seemingly are still trying. "I just think there are so many issues, the general feeling is that it's just not workable there." Newcastle Basketball was awarded a $25 million grant from the previous state Liberal government for the project in 2019, and if approved, it is expected to take two and a half years to build. Newcastle Basketball general manager Sara Jiear said the project will break down barriers to participation in sports and physical activity. "It will support a range of sports including basketball, volleyball, badminton, netball, futsal and pickleball," she said. "The facility is designed to be fully accessible and inclusive, ensuring people of all ages and abilities can be physically and socially active in a community atmosphere." Newcastle Basketball said the department will review the response to submissions before taking the next step in the process. The response to submissions is not yet publicly available. Submissions closed in November last year. NEWCASTLE Basketball said it has lodged its response to submissions on the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre after it was asked to address a laundry list of issues, but the Department of Planning, Infrastructure and Housing said the documentation is still being finalised. Hundreds of people objected to the proposed $82 million basketball stadium on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals. Of 667 submissions to the state government, 72.5 per cent were against and 26 per cent were in support. The response to submissions was due June 6. Newcastle Basketball said it lodged the response with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) a week after the due date, in agreement with the department. Newcastle Basketball project coordinator Simon Haire said the project team has made changes to the site layout to "address primary concerns". "By shifting the building further west and adjusting vehicle movements, we've tackled key issues such as flood hazards and traffic flow," he said. DPHI asked Newcastle Basketball to address a spate of issues, including flooding, traffic and parking, noise impacts and inconsistencies across plans and documents, among other things in its response to submissions. Newcastle Basketball said it has drafted a Flood Emergency Response Plan and a Traffic Event Management Plan in response to feedback. "While not typically required at this stage, we've taken extra steps to provide a greater level of detail to alleviate any concerns," Mr Haire said. A DPHI spokesman said Newcastle Basketball was asked to prepare a response to submissions (RTS) report as part of its State Significant Development application. "The department had requested the RTS be submitted in June 2025," he said. "The applicant advised the department it was not able to meet the requested date, as it is continuing to finalise its RTS documentation. "Questions regarding the timing of the applicant's RTS lodgement should be directed to the applicant." The spokesman said that once the RTS has been submitted, the department will assess the development. "Consideration will be given to the comments or issues raised by council, agencies, other organisations and the public," he said. "Given more than 50 objections were received during the Environmental Impact Statement exhibition, the final determination of the State Significant Development will be made by the Independent Planning Commission." While a vast majority of submissions objected to the proposed development, many acknowledged Newcastle's need for a new stadium despite rejecting the location. Common objections commented on the loss of green space, the impact on local schools and sporting clubs that use the fields, traffic concerns, flooding risks for nearby properties and a lack of consultation. The Hunter basketball community threw its support behind the project, as did the National Basketball League (NBL). Save Our Lambton Ovals member Jacqui Rosewood said she was unsure if some of the issues raised could be addressed. "It's a bit of a minefield. The line Newcastle Basketball has held with the media to this point is that there are just a few little things they have to fix up, and we know there are more than a few little things," she said. "We can't see how they can address some of those issues, but they seemingly are still trying. "I just think there are so many issues, the general feeling is that it's just not workable there." Newcastle Basketball was awarded a $25 million grant from the previous state Liberal government for the project in 2019, and if approved, it is expected to take two and a half years to build. Newcastle Basketball general manager Sara Jiear said the project will break down barriers to participation in sports and physical activity. "It will support a range of sports including basketball, volleyball, badminton, netball, futsal and pickleball," she said. "The facility is designed to be fully accessible and inclusive, ensuring people of all ages and abilities can be physically and socially active in a community atmosphere." Newcastle Basketball said the department will review the response to submissions before taking the next step in the process. The response to submissions is not yet publicly available. Submissions closed in November last year. NEWCASTLE Basketball said it has lodged its response to submissions on the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre after it was asked to address a laundry list of issues, but the Department of Planning, Infrastructure and Housing said the documentation is still being finalised. Hundreds of people objected to the proposed $82 million basketball stadium on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals. Of 667 submissions to the state government, 72.5 per cent were against and 26 per cent were in support. The response to submissions was due June 6. Newcastle Basketball said it lodged the response with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) a week after the due date, in agreement with the department. Newcastle Basketball project coordinator Simon Haire said the project team has made changes to the site layout to "address primary concerns". "By shifting the building further west and adjusting vehicle movements, we've tackled key issues such as flood hazards and traffic flow," he said. DPHI asked Newcastle Basketball to address a spate of issues, including flooding, traffic and parking, noise impacts and inconsistencies across plans and documents, among other things in its response to submissions. Newcastle Basketball said it has drafted a Flood Emergency Response Plan and a Traffic Event Management Plan in response to feedback. "While not typically required at this stage, we've taken extra steps to provide a greater level of detail to alleviate any concerns," Mr Haire said. A DPHI spokesman said Newcastle Basketball was asked to prepare a response to submissions (RTS) report as part of its State Significant Development application. "The department had requested the RTS be submitted in June 2025," he said. "The applicant advised the department it was not able to meet the requested date, as it is continuing to finalise its RTS documentation. "Questions regarding the timing of the applicant's RTS lodgement should be directed to the applicant." The spokesman said that once the RTS has been submitted, the department will assess the development. "Consideration will be given to the comments or issues raised by council, agencies, other organisations and the public," he said. "Given more than 50 objections were received during the Environmental Impact Statement exhibition, the final determination of the State Significant Development will be made by the Independent Planning Commission." While a vast majority of submissions objected to the proposed development, many acknowledged Newcastle's need for a new stadium despite rejecting the location. Common objections commented on the loss of green space, the impact on local schools and sporting clubs that use the fields, traffic concerns, flooding risks for nearby properties and a lack of consultation. The Hunter basketball community threw its support behind the project, as did the National Basketball League (NBL). Save Our Lambton Ovals member Jacqui Rosewood said she was unsure if some of the issues raised could be addressed. "It's a bit of a minefield. The line Newcastle Basketball has held with the media to this point is that there are just a few little things they have to fix up, and we know there are more than a few little things," she said. "We can't see how they can address some of those issues, but they seemingly are still trying. "I just think there are so many issues, the general feeling is that it's just not workable there." Newcastle Basketball was awarded a $25 million grant from the previous state Liberal government for the project in 2019, and if approved, it is expected to take two and a half years to build. Newcastle Basketball general manager Sara Jiear said the project will break down barriers to participation in sports and physical activity. "It will support a range of sports including basketball, volleyball, badminton, netball, futsal and pickleball," she said. "The facility is designed to be fully accessible and inclusive, ensuring people of all ages and abilities can be physically and socially active in a community atmosphere." Newcastle Basketball said the department will review the response to submissions before taking the next step in the process. The response to submissions is not yet publicly available. Submissions closed in November last year.
