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Published September 5, 2024 In today’s fast-paced world, achieving a healthy work-life balance is more important than ever.  One way to enhance this balance is by owning a second home in the heart of the CBD, offering both convenience and lifestyle improvements for professionals, business travellers, or those who spend a lot of time in…

Published September 5, 2024 The Brisbane property market has a rich history of growth and resilience, often outperforming other major Australian cities in terms of stability and long-term value. As we approach 2025, understanding the historical performance of the property market in Brisbane is essential for making informed investment decisions.  The market has experienced various…

Published September 5, 2024 As people approach retirement, the desire for a lifestyle that blends comfort, style, and community has led to a growing interest in luxury retirement options. This shift reflects a broader trend toward personalised, high-quality living environments that cater to the unique needs and aspirations of retirees. Traditional retirement living arrangements, often…

Published July 3, 2024 The Star Brisbane has announced an array of attractions, cultural experiences, culinary delights, and entertainment hotspots that will debut on Thursday, August 29, 2024. This marks the beginning of the highly anticipated $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct’s multi-phased reveal. The Star Brisbane Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Finch, shared his enthusiasm…

Published June 28, 2024 Are you a first-time buyer or investor considering purchasing an off-the-plan property? This guide will help you understand the process and make an informed decision. What Does Buying Off-the-Plan Mean? Buying off-the-plan means purchasing a property before it has been completed, typically based on the developer’s plans and specifications. This approach…

Published June 28, 2024 When it comes to purchasing an apartment in Melbourne, or any city for that matter, the significance of location cannot be overstated.  Choosing the right location impacts not only your day-to-day living experience but also your investment’s long-term value. Whether you’re looking to buy an apartment in Melbourne to live in…

Published May 24, 2024 Welcome to the vibrant city of Perth, where modern urban living meets stunning natural beauty. If you’re considering a move to Australia or a change of scenery within the country, Perth offers an enticing blend of lifestyle perks that make it a standout choice.  For those who want to be in…

Published May 24, 2024 Brisbane, the vibrant capital of Queensland, has recently emerged as a premier luxury destination. Nestled along the Brisbane River and close to the stunning Gold and Sunshine Coasts, Brisbane offers an irresistible blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty.  If you’re contemplating moving to Brisbane, this city promises an unparalleled lifestyle…

Published April 18, 2024 In the bustling metropolises of Australia’s largest cities, a new era of urban development is reshaping the cityscape, bringing together the convenience of modern living with the charm of vibrant retail communities.  The integration of retail spaces within these new developments offer residents and hotel guests unprecedented convenience, with cafes, supermarkets,…

Published April 18, 2024 In today’s dynamic real estate landscape, the decision to invest in property holds significant weight.  With Australia’s vacancy rate at an all time low of 0.7% (as of February 2024), and the  price difference between houses and apartments having increased by a record 45 per cent over the past four years.,…

Published April 18, 2024 At Far East Consortium (FEC), we are committed to excellence in residential property development, ensuring our projects not only meet the needs of today but also embrace the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.  As Australian cities grapple with the pressures of climate change, sustainable development emerges as a critical pillar in…

Published March 21, 2024 As a distinguished leader in residential property development, Far East Consortium (FEC) has consistently set itself apart through an unwavering commitment to excellence. At FEC, we recognise that the true measure of success in our endeavours lies not just in the structures we build, but in the communities we foster. It…

Published March 21, 2024 The Melbourne property market has exhibited notable resilience and growth when compared to other Australian states and territories.  Over the past few years, Melbourne has experienced a consistent annual average growth rate of 1.2% in property values, despite fluctuations in interest rates. The city’s strong population growth, driven largely by immigration,…

Published February 23, 2024 In recent months, Australia’s property market has experienced a remarkable resurgence, marking a full recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic with the national median house price has reached new heights, nearing an impressive $1.1 million, as reported by Domain. Let’s delve into the journey of Australia’s property market, from…

Published February 8, 2024 Australia’s property market dynamics have experienced a significant shift in recent times, with Perth emerging as the most in demand capital city. This transformation has far-reaching implications, particularly for residential property developers looking to capitalise on the burgeoning opportunities in Western Australia.  As we delve into the details, it becomes evident…

Published January 16, 2024 In Australia, the real estate market is undergoing a significant transformation. As the industry navigates through economic, social, and technological shifts, the role and strategies of property developers are evolving rapidly.  Adaptability has become crucial for property developers to remain successful. This article explores how market changes are compelling the property…

Published January 15, 2024 As we venture into 2024, the Australian real estate landscape is witnessing a paradigm shift towards eco property development. This transition is not just a trend but a vital response to global environmental challenges. The industry’s commitment to sustainable living is driving innovations in green technologies and design principles, making it…

Published November 27, 2023 In a resounding triumph at the highly competitive HM Awards on Friday, November 24, 2023, Marriott International Inc. celebrated an impressive tally of 11 wins and 12 Highly Commended awards across the 52 categories, reaffirming its status as a leader in the hospitality industry across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific.…

Published November 23, 2023 In a significant achievement, FEC Constructions has proudly announced the topping out of Perth Hub, marking a major milestone in the construction of this landmark project. The topping-out ceremony, was a momentous occasion that symbolises the completion of the structural phase of this dynamic development. Perth Hub, an ambitious undertaking by…

Published November 23, 2023 Property development is an ever-evolving industry, influenced by societal, technological, and environmental changes. To stay competitive and relevant, property developers must adapt to emerging trends. Here are some expected future trends for property developers: Sustainable and Green Development Environmental sustainability is becoming a key focus. Property developers are expected to embrace…

Published November 23, 2023 In the dynamic world of real estate, property development plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscapes we inhabit. Property development, in essence, is the art and science of transforming land or properties into valuable assets by enhancing their use, appearance, and functionality. This article serves as an insightful journey into…

Published August 22, 2023 Melbourne, renowned for its rich culture and vibrant lifestyle, is also home to some of the world’s top-ranking universities. As revealed in the recent article from The Australian Financial Review, we aim to discuss how Melbourne’s top performing Universities can fuel property interest from locals and internationals alike. Factors Driving Greater…

Published August 22, 2023 The real estate market in Melbourne has always been a topic of interest for both local and international investors. As we look toward 2024, the city’s property market continues to captivate attention, offering a dynamic and potentially rewarding landscape for those looking to invest. In this article, we aim to provide…

Published August 22, 2023 Australia has long-held a reputation for some of the best universities in the country, and Melbourne University is at the forefront of its academic excellence. With seven Australian universities ranking in the world’s top 100, Melbourne University has climbed one spot to secure the 32nd position in the prestigious Academic Ranking…

Published June 8, 2023 The Australian residential property market is teeming with potential, creating an exciting landscape for investors seeking profitable ventures. With a rapidly growing population, evolving lifestyle preferences, and a strong emphasis on sustainable housing, the demand for residential properties in Australia is skyrocketing. Even in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the…

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…

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 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 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 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 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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’.

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.

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.

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

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

The Queen’s Wharf project is expected to bring in 1600 workers as it prepares to reach for the sky this year.

Take a look at Queen’s Wharf Residences, the Queen’s Wharf Precinct’s first residential tower which will soar 64 storeys above Brisbane’s CBD.

The Ritz-Carlton’s 1000th hotel has opened its doors on the banks of the Swan River. Find out more about revolutionary The Ritz-Carlton, Perth.

Buyer interest is expected to be high for Queen’s Wharf Residences, the brand new residential tower at the heart of the Queen’s Wharf Integrated Resort Development.

The Ritz-Carlton has landed in Australia, bringing the hotel chain’s trademark luxury to Perth. Join Vogue Living as they take a look around the new hotel.

Darren Lockyer, former Bronco, Queensland and Australian captain, has thrown his support behind Queensland’s bid to host the 2032 Olympic Games.

The Star Residences stands out as a unique investment opportunity, offering the chance to be a part of what will be the largest entertainment precinct in the Southern Hemisphere.

The Ritz-Carlton is an internationally recognised brand but the new addition to Elizabeth Quay, which opens next month, will have a distinctly local feel, courtesy of art commissioned from local artists.

The Queen’s Wharf Residences display suite has been lifted seven storeys in the air as part of the $3.6 billion casino and resort complex development in Brisbane’s CBD.

What makes The Star Residences one of Queensland’s fastest selling residential projects? The Star Residences Sales Manager, Chris Hinds, highlights the development’s unique selling points that make it an attractive option for both savvy investors and home buyers searching for an improved lifestyle.

Last night, Far East Consortium announced invitations to tender as they look to secure a construction partner for their​ P​erth Hub​ development. Located in the heart of Perth, the Perth Hub project is progressing to the next stage. The successful construction partner will be responsible for the development of 314 residential apartments.

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 Star announces the next stage of its multi-billion dollar transformation of the Gold Coast, fast tracking sales for the second mixed-use tower commencing construction in mid 2020.

The spotlight was on the eagerly anticipated The Star Residence Tower 2 in a recent Seven News segment heralding the development as a destination for “high fliers, with priceless views and a resort lifestyle most can only dream about.”

Far East Consortium (FEC) has confirmed its 100% commitment to the Perth Hub project. “Construction of the Perth Hub will commence in response to presales as is common industry practice,” said FEC Executive Director, Craig Williams.

Far East Consortium and its master builder, Pro Build, are completing final works on The Towers at Elizabeth Quay as the first residents prepare to welcome a number of new neighbours in the weeks and months ahead.

As construction nears completion on Far East Consortium’s Ritz Carlton in Perth, the renowned developers have shifted their focus to its new $1.4 billion project which will take place in Perth’s Northbridge.

International Women’s day is a chance to celebrate women’s achievements. Whether they are big or small all women can be strong, successful and inspiring in their own individual ways.

Life in Melbourne’s sleepiest district – two blocks in the north-west of the CBD bordered by King, Bourke, Spencer and La Trobe streets – is changing quickly.

Perth City Link, a 13.5-hectare lifestyle and entertainment precinct, is already drawing young professionals and tourists to this formerly industrial pocket of the city.

Upper West Side has really become a catalyst for a new type of urban growth that will transform the way the city of Melbourne lives and breathes into the future.

Four new towers will complete the picture at the Broadbeach island, the tallest soaring 74 stories., with 3000 hotel rooms and apartments in total, 50 restaurants and bars and state of the art day spas, transforming The Star into the largest retail and entertainment precinct in the Southern Hemisphere.

Ground has officially been broken at the site of the future $400 million Dorsett Hotel and Star Residences on the Gold Coast.

Construction has begun today on the $400 million Dorsett Hotel and Star Residences on the Gold Coast, which will feature 316 hotel rooms and 423 apartments with direct access to The Star Casino.

FEC, The Star Entertainment Group and Chow Tai Fook, proudly announce FJMT as the architect for a superb new hotel and residential tower to be built as part of the existing Star Integrated Resort Development.

It’s no coincidence that there has been a boom in apartment building at precisely the same time as Perth city has become a far more exciting place to live.

A $158 million, two-building hotel and apartment proposal put forward by Ritz-Carlton developer Far East Consortium was yesterday expected to be approved.

The Perth City link will see its first residents in coming years, with Far East Consortium’s development, including 32-storey mixed-use tower with 314 apartments and a 23-storey, 263-room, four-star Dorsett hotel to the precinct. It will also include a tavern and restaurants on the ground level.

A $158 million, two-building hotel and apartment proposal put forward by Ritz-Carlton developer Far East Consortium was yesterday expected to be approved.