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Far East Consortium’s residential projects are designed to inspire future generations

NewsBy FEC-Admin May 26, 2023

Published May 30, 2023 Far East Consortium is leading the movement when it comes to innovative residential projects in Australia. As developers, Far East Consortium specialises in forward-thinking, sustainability and community engagement. Far East Consortium’s award-winning portfolio of residential projects, including a 6-Star Green Star Community, ignites change and facilitates growth. Designed to encourage healthy…

The surge in high-rise construction projects is expected to continue in 2023

NewsBy FEC-Admin May 24, 2023

Published May 24, 2023 Australia’s major cities are seeing a rapid rise in the construction of high-rise buildings, with no signs of slowing down. The recent trends in Australian luxury real estate show an increasing number of mixed-use residential towers being built, with some reaching heights of over 300 metres. Driven by the growing demand…

The Australian Article: International students are applying for Australian visas in record numbers

NewsBy Balmer Agency August 3, 2022

The number of international students applying for visas hit an all-time record in June, giving heart to universities and other education providers who are looking for a strong bounce back in student numbers.

The Courier Mail Article: ‘Inundated’: Queen’s Wharf records staggering surge in sales

NewsBy Balmer Agency July 9, 2022

The real estate guru selling the Queen’s Wharf mega-development in Brisbane’s CBD says he has never seen such “overwhelming demand” for apartments after he and his team sold more in four weeks than they were expecting to in a year.

The Australian Financial Review: Queensland leads nation in property sales surge

NewsBy Balmer Agency April 20, 2022

Domain Article: Queen’s Wharf Tower: Launch of fifth and tallest release draws in local buyers

NewsBy Balmer Agency April 1, 2022

The fifth and tallest tower in the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane development will be released to the market later this month with expectations it will prove even more popular than earlier releases.

The Courier Mail Article: First look at Queen’s Wharf Tower revealed

NewsBy Balmer Agency February 16, 2022

An insight into Brisbane’s future skyline can be revealed through newly rendered images and digital footage of the Queen’s Wharf complex.

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Royal Stamp of Approval

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency October 28, 2021

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is continuing to make history, with over 98% of residential apartments now sold at the iconic address.

The Courier Mail Article: Star Entertainment has launched a recruitment drive and business for the Dorsett Hotel and residences

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency October 5, 2021

Australian borders both at the state and international level are beginning to open. The tourism industry in Queensland – and especially the Gold Coast – is primed for a boom like never before.

Towering Transformation

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency September 28, 2021

The four towers that comprise the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane resort are coming to life along the Brisbane River.

The Courier Mail Article: ‘Once In A Generation Boom’ SEQ Investment Hits $60 Billion

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency September 18, 2021

Queensland’s population has grown faster than every other state combined over the last year with more than $60 billion worth of major projects in the southeast alone to try and keep up.

Financial Review Article: Brisbane, your time to shine starts now

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency August 13, 2021

Recently named as the host city for the 2032 Olympic, Brisbane plans to attract tourists before, during and after the Games.

The West Australian Article: Hub To Add Heart To Perth

News, Perth HubBy Balmer Agency May 27, 2021

Ground works have started on our Perth Hub and Dorsett Hotel project in Perth’s City Link precinct.

Tower construction progressing well at The Star Gold Coast

Epsilon, Gold Coast, NewsBy Balmer Agency May 27, 2021

The Star Entertainment Group has broken ground on a second tower at the $2 billion Broadbeach site.

Urban Article: Six reasons to secure a Queen’s Wharf Residences apartment

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency May 21, 2021

Set to become one of the tallest buildings in the new $3.6 billion precinct, the 667-residence building still boasts a selection of one and three-bedroom residents available for purchase. Read why Urban has picked 6 reasons to secure a residence.

In Queensland Article: How ‘stay and play’ mantra could carry Coast tourism back to its glory days

Epsilon, Gold Coast, News, Tower 1By Balmer Agency May 6, 2021

Upcoming development like The Star Gold Coast’s Dorsett Hotel and The Star Residences, promise to give Gold Coast tourism an edge over other cities.

The Courier Mail Article: Inside the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf development

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency March 17, 2021

Over the past 18 months, Queens’ Wharf Brisbane has transformed from vision to reality, as several of the developments key features begin to take shape. Discover what’s to come in this article from The Courier Mail.

The Urban Developer Article: The Star’s 63-storey skyscraper gets under way

Epsilon, Gold Coast, News, Tower 1By Balmer Agency February 19, 2021

The Star Entertainment Group has broken ground on a second tower at the $2 billion Broadbeach site.

Gold Coast Bulletin Article: Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk backs construction of The Star casino’s $400m 63-storey Broadbeach supertower

Gold Coast, News, Tower 1By Balmer Agency February 12, 2021

Premier Palaszczuk joined Gaven MP Meghan Scanlon, The Star Chairman John O’Neill and The Star CEO Matt Bekier at the turning of the sod ceremony for The Star’s new 64 storey supertower.

Brisbane Development Article: Queen’s Wharf secures retail giant DFS for luxury shopping precinct

Brisbane, News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency February 10, 2021

As part of a new deal between Queen’s Wharf and retail giant, DFS, the Queen’s Wharf Integrated Resort will be home to T Galleria by DFS, offering visitors hundreds of luxury brands to shop from.

7 News: Queen’s Wharf has struck the biggest deal in Australian retailing

Brisbane, NewsBy Balmer Agency February 2, 2021

When Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is complete, visitors will be able to shop from hundreds major luxury brands at the integrated resort.

The Courier Mail Article: Star to launch construction of $400m 63-storey supertower at Broadbeach

Epsilon, Gold Coast, News, Tower 1By Balmer Agency January 19, 2021

Construction on a new 63-storey supertower at The Star Integrated Resort will begin within a month.

Financial Review Article: The holiday beach spots where prices are tipped to push past $1m

Gold Coast, NewsBy Balmer Agency January 16, 2022

The booming lifestyle property markets of Queensland’s Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and the Richmond-Tweed region of northern NSW are all set to pass the $1 million median price for detached houses by March.

Brisbane Times Article: How the Brisbane Olympics could cause a high jump for property prices

Brisbane, NewsBy Balmer Agency January 10, 2022

The Brisbane 2032 Olympics could fuel the biggest real estate renaissance in the city’s history, with experts predicting a decade of property price growth.

Channel 7 News: Dorsett Hotel November 2021

Gold Coast, NewsBy Balmer Agency November 17, 2021

Construction of Star Residences’ Dorsett Hotel is now complete. Channel 7 brings us the latest update on the project, including insights from Dorsett Hotels’ Michael Foster and The Star’s Mark Hodge.

10 News Brisbane December 2020

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency December 8, 2020

Construction on Queen’s Wharf Brisbane has forged ahead in spite of COVID-19. Channel 10 News brings us the latest updates on the project.

Brisbane Times Article: High rollers make way for luxury tourists as Queen’s Wharf unveils George Street entrance

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency December 8, 2020

Chief Executive of The Star Entertainment Group, Matt Bekier, has unveiled new imagery of the main entrance to the Queen’s Wharf Integrated Resort from George Street.

The Courier Mail Article: Queen’s Wharf sells 90 per cent of tower one apartments

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency December 8, 2020

Almost 90% of apartments at Queen’s Wharf Residences have been sold as construction on the project continue to progress.

ABC News Article: Artcade exhibition helps Melbourne’s contemporary artists get through grim times of pandemic

News, West Side Place - Stage 1By Balmer Agency November 13, 2020

West Side Place Stage 1’s new ‘artcade’ has been a lifeline for Australian street artists during the COVID-19 pandemic.

On The Town Article: Melbourne has Australia’s first ‘artcade’

News, West Side Place - Stage 1By Balmer Agency November 13, 2020

The retail precinct anchoring West Side Place Stage 1 has been transformed into Melbourne’s first ‘artcade’.

7 News Brisbane November 2020

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency November 12, 2020

Queen’s Wharf Residences is Brisbane’s fastest selling residential project to date, attracting buyers from all walks of life.

The Urban Developer Article: Queen’s Wharf Brisbane residences near sell-out

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency November 11, 2020

More than 90% of apartments at Queen’s Wharf Residences have been sold, with a handful of 1 and 3-bedroom apartments still available.

Domain Article: The best new apartment and new home developments in south-east Queensland

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency November 11, 2020

Queen’s Wharf Residences has been dubbed by Domain as one of south-east Queensland’s best new residential developments.

Perth Now Article: The Towers and Ritz-Carlton development named 2020 best project by Master Builders

EQ, News, The Ritz-CarltonBy Balmer Agency November 3, 2020

The Towers and the Ritz-Carlton Perth in Elizabeth Quay have been named as the best project of 2020 by Master Builders.

Cottee Parker: Behind the scenes of one of Australia’s largest projects

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency October 21, 2020

Cottee Parker Architects was appointed Lead Architect for the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane and Queen’s Wharf Residences.

The Urban Developer Article: Shortlist Revealed: The Urban Developer Awards

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency September 15, 2020

The Urban Developer has revealed the finalists for the 2020 Industry Excellence Awards. We’re thrilled to announce that Queen’s Wharf Brisbane and Queen’s Wharf Residences have been shortlisted for the respective categories of ‘Excellence in Community Engagement’ and ‘Excellence in Marketing’.

The Courier Mail Article: Queens Wharf on schedule despite COVID-19 impact

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency August 20, 2020

Construction on Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf project including Queen’s Wharf Residences remains on track in spite of COVID-19’s impact on the economy. The Star Group chief executive, Matt Bekier, says that construction of the core and façade of the project are on track for scheduled completion.

Domain Article: From Fibro Shacks to Shimmering High Rises: The Evolution of The Gold Coast

Epsilon, NewsBy Balmer Agency August 13, 2020

The Gold Coast didn’t always boast the glittering skyline that we see today. Witness the evolution of the Gold Coast and discover the exciting developments like The Star Residences that will define its future.

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane’s subtropical haven to begin construction in September

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency July 29, 2020

The Riverline area, comprising eight hectares of public space will begin construction in September as part of the Queen’s Wharf redevelopment project.

Delicious.com.au Article: Putting on the Ritz: Perth’s new luxury hotel lives up to its name

News, The Ritz-CarltonBy Balmer Agency July 3, 2020

Melissa Leong from Delicious.com.au explores Perth’s newest hotel – The Ritz-Carlton, Perth. The new hotel is making its mark on Western Australia’s capital city, including its food scene.

The Courier Mail Article: Big Plans for New Star Entertainment Tower

Epsilon, Gold Coast, News, Tower 1By Balmer Agency June 30, 2020

The Star Entertainment’s $6 billion plan for the Gold Coast continues to reach milestones in spite of the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on the economy. The residential tower, The Star Residences, and The Dorsett Hotel are on track for completion in 2022.

Brisbane Times Article: Four Brisbane casino towers emerge from the ground after three years

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency May 10, 2020

After three years of construction, four towers that make up the Queen’s Wharf project have begun rising from the ground in Brisbane’s CBD. The tallest of the four towers is Queen’s Wharf Residences, currently the only residential tower with a direct connection to the integrated resort.

Queen’s Wharf Residences will provide for 2,000 jobs by 2021

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency May 7, 2020

Get a first look at ‘The Landing’ a brand-new public space in the works as part of the Queen’s Wharf project’s ambitious redevelopment of Brisbane’s riverfront.

The Urban Developer Article: First Look: Queen’s Wharf Brisbane River Park

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency April 29, 2020

Get a first look at ‘The Landing’ a brand-new public space in the works as part of the Queen’s Wharf project’s ambitious redevelopment of Brisbane’s riverfront.

Brisbane’s construction industry continues through COVID-19 shutdown

News, QW-ResidencesBy Balmer Agency April 22, 2020

As most industries feel the impact of COVID-19 shutdown, Brisbane’s construction industry carries on as it has been deemed an essential service.

Gold Coast Bulletin Article: Dorsett Hotel tower on track to open in 2022

Gold Coast, News, Tower 1By Balmer Agency April 17, 2020

The operator of The Star Gold Coast has revealed construction of the $400 million Dorsett Hotel tower remains within budget and on track to open in 2022 despite the group hurting from the COVID-19 shutdown.

The Urban Developer Article: Melbourne’s Top 20 Major Development Projects

News, West Side Place - Stage 1By Balmer Agency March 26, 2020

West Side Place has been listed by The Urban Developer as one of Melbourne’s Top 20 Major Development Projects. Located at 250 Spencer Street in Melbourne’s CBD, West Side Place will comprise 1,376 apartments and 257 luxury hotel suites, and over 3,000 SQM of ground floor retail space.

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