Add videos to your saved list and come back to them any time two shots ended Sydney’s worst mass murder in more than a decade As an inquest into the Bondi Junction stabbings continues the question remains: what more could have been done When police inspector Amy Scott entered a Sydney shopping centre in pursuit of a man who was stabbing people with a large knife she did so without a partner or a bulletproof vest “Because, in my head, I had resigned myself to the fact that I was probably going to die”, she told the New South Wales coroners court this week It was 3.37pm on 13 April 2024. Four minutes earlier, Joel Cauchi, 40, who had schizophrenia, had begun a stabbing rampage inside the Westfield Bondi Junction shopping mall The inspector was the first police unit to respond to the initial radio call-out. She had been driving her police car from Bondi beach Insp Amy Scott after receiving the commissioners valour award in 2024. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP“I remember the radio operator said … ‘We’re getting multiple calls, multiple stabbings, multiple locations at Bondi Junction Westfield.’ I knew right then that it was very real,” Scott told the state coroner, Teresa O’Sullivan, on Tuesday. When she arrived at the Westfield, her initial plan was to execute a “dynamic entry”, with other officers entering the centre at multiple points. But running from the shopping centre were people screaming: “He’s killing people, he’s hurting people.” Read moreShe told Lidcombe coroners court she then knew she was dealing with an active armed offender officers were told they had a 60% to 70% chance of non-survival “and that is if you are partnered up and vested up as makeshift backup she had Silas Despreaux and Damien Guerot – two French nationals who had become friends since moving to Australia Guerot arrived in Australia to learn English about 10 years ago and is now a carpenter Despreaux told Guerot: “Let’s go catch him.” 2:20Footage shows Australian police arriving on scene after Bondi Junction attack – videoThey tried to stop Cauchi using heavy bollards from a clothing store throwing them down an escalator as he moved up it towards them Scott told the court that the men told her which way to go she unclipped her gun and one of the Frenchmen told her: “You’re on your own [without other police] You have to have your gun ready because this guy is dangerous.” A short distance from the top of the escalator and with the men behind her “I’ve got eyes on him … and I’m in foot pursuit,” she radioed When he stopped about 20 metres ahead of her She silently signalled to a mother with a pram then called out “mate” to get Cauchi’s attention He turned towards her and started sprinting she told the court that she thought “that he was going to kill me” Less than six minutes after his rampage began Cauchi lay motionless outside an art and craft shop Two of the bullets had hit him; one missed and struck a pot plant Read moreThat morning, after sleeping rough near Maroubra beach, he picked up his backpack and knife from his rented storage locker, searched Reddit for accounts of the Columbine school shooting, then made his way to Bondi Junction. There, while standing in a queue at a cafe in the sprawling Westfield shopping centre, he took his knife from his bag and, just before 3.33pm, fatally stabbed Dawn Singleton. The 25-year-old bride had been shopping for wedding makeup. Five seconds later, he stabbed Jade Young, 47, an architect, once, as she stood beside her daughter. She died within minutes. He next fatally stabbed an economics student, Yixuan Cheng, 27, then new mother Ashlee Good, 38, a security guard, Faraz Tahir, 30, and Pikria Darchia, 55. After being stabbed while protecting her baby, Good was able to contact her mother-in-law who was also in Westfield. She “made her way to assist … and was there to comfort her and her granddaughter in the midst of that fear”, the senior counsel assisting, Dr Peggy Dwyer SC, said. Young’s daughter used her dying mother’s phone to call her father, who was also at Westfield. On his way to them, he encountered the attacker and “warned others that Mr Cauchi had a knife before running to find his wife”, the court heard. Sign up to Afternoon Update: Election 2025 Free daily newsletterOur Australian afternoon update breaks down the key election campaign stories of the day, telling you what’s happening and why it matters An early assumption was that Cauchi targeted women: of his 16 victims, just three were men. But that theory was debunked by Det Chief Insp Andrew Marks, the police officer in charge of the investigation. “From the start of his attack, he moved very quickly and he appeared to attack people that were not ready, [who] didn’t know what was happening,” Marks said in court. “I just believe that whoever was in his way … is who he attacked.” It was clear that the death toll might have been far higher. In 2021, Cauchi had sought and been given initial psychiatric approval for a gun licence – something he did not follow through on, which the court heard was “very, very fortunate”. The court watched CCTV footage that showed Cauchi, seconds before he was shot, hesitating in front of a man, who appeared to have no idea of the danger he was in. Read more“I don’t even know to this day if they realised,” Scott said from the stand the bravery of the young officers who had also run towards danger that day – some of whom have not been able to return to work since The level of preparedness for an active armed offender from security alarms to interagency communication and command is central to the inquest for which the brief of evidence contains some 50 volumes and on which at least 18 barristers are working Australia is a country in which mass casualty attacks are rare – the Bondi Junction attack was Sydney’s worst mass murder in more than a decade – and the triage response was perhaps a function of that fact communications issues also hampered responders’ efforts Multiple victims spread over three floors of the massive mall, combined with the sheer number of people there on that ordinary Saturday – not to mention its infamously maze-like layout – would have added to the fear and chaos that quickly descended. Dwyer’s opening address led what has become a theme of the inquest: every witness, and many of the barristers, have begun their words with condolences to those affected. Injuries have been acknowledged as being both physical and psychological. “The grief of the families who are impacted is raw and deep … and the extent of their loss is truly unfathomable for the rest of us. The inquest is a huge strain on their emotional reserves,” Dwyer said. As well as many witnesses, the state coroner, too, was affected. On Tuesday, O’Sullivan stopped proceedings after Whalley was overcome with emotion when recalling how, late in the evening of 13 April, a team of young police officers had not wanted to leave the side of a deceased victim. “I’m grateful for the break too,” O’Sullivan told him after a five-minute pause, “because I found what you said very moving.” Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe While legal-eagle-slash-real-estate-mogul Bruce McWilliam is usually associated with grand Point Piper waterfronts his latest purchase in Bondi Beach falls into the category of a renovator’s delight – and that’s being generous The famed corporate lawyer who has worked with the likes of Malcolm Turnbull Kerry Packer and Rupert Murdoch has just purchased what is arguably the worst house in one of Sydney’s most iconic suburbs spending $4.43 million on a hoarder’s home SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. 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This is probably not the page you’re looking for CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Queen City News Australia (AP) — Anthony Albanese claimed victory as the first Australian prime minister to clinch a second consecutive term in 21 years on Saturday and suggested his government had increased its majority by not modeling itself on U.S President Donald Trump’s administration “Australians have chosen to face global challenges the Australian way looking after each other while building for the future,” Albanese told supporters in a victory speech in Sydney “We do not need to beg or borrow or copy from anywhere else We find it right here in our values and in our people,” he added His center-left Labor Party had branded Albanese’s rival Peter Dutton “DOGE-y Dutton” and accused his conservative Liberal Party of mimicking Trump and his Department of Government Efficiency Dutton had earlier conceded his alliance of conservative parties had been defeated at the election and that he had lost his own parliamentary seat that he had held for 24 years Dutton’s plight parallels that of Canada’s opposition leader who lost his seat after Trump declared economic war on the U.S Poilievre had previously been regarded as a shoo-in to become Canada’s next prime minister and shepherd his Conservative Party back into power for the first time in a decade Analysts argue that mirroring Trump switched from a political positive for Australian conservatives to a negative after Trump imposed global tariffs a minor party inspired by Trump policies with an advertising budget funded by mining magnate Clive Palmer that eclipsed the major parties a lecturer in politics at Monash University questioned the significance of the “DOGE-y Dutton” lable in the election result But I’m not sure it had a massive impact,” Ghazarian said “It is a huge win for Labor and it’s a massive rebuke for the Liberal Party.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Albanese on his election to a second three-year term Our shared values and democratic traditions provide the bedrock for an enduring alliance and for the deep ties between our peoples,’ Rubio said in a statement “The United States looks forward to deepening its relationship with Australia to advance our common interests and promote freedom and stability in the Indo-Pacific and globally,” he added and Australia are as close as ever – which goes to show that long-distance friendships can be the strongest,” Starmer said “I know that we will continue to work together on our shared ambitions working towards a better life for working people in the U.K Labor had held a narrow majority of 78 seats in the 151-seat house House of Representatives the lower chamber where parties form governments Australian governments are usually elected for at least a second term but are expected to lose seats at the second election But Labor is on track to increase its majority in its second term Energy policy and inflation have been major issues in the campaign with both sides agreeing the country faces a cost of living crisis The Liberal Party blamed government waste for fueling inflation and increasing interest rates and has pledged to ax more than one in five public service jobs to reduce government spending While both said the country should reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 Dutton argues that relying on nuclear power instead of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind turbines would deliver less expensive electricity Labor argued Dutton’s administration would slash services to pay for its ambitions to build seven government-funded nuclear generators Opposition senator Jacinta Nampijnpa Price would have been responsible for cutting 41,000 public service jobs in Dutton’s administration She attracted media attention last month when she told supporters her government would “make Australia great again.” Price told reporters at the time she didn’t recall using the words reminiscent of the Republicans’ “Make America Great Again” slogan who said she was photographed wearing a MAGA cap “in jest at Christmas time,” on Saturday blamed the news media for focusing on Trump in the election campaign “You made it all about Donald Trump,” Price told Australian Broadcasting Corp “We really couldn’t care less about the way Donald Trump is governing for America We were concerned with the way Australia is being governed under an Albanese government.” The election took place against a backdrop of what both sides of politics describe as a cost of living crisis reported 3.4 million households in the country of 27 million people experienced food insecurity last year That meant Australians were skipping meals eating less or worrying about running out of food before they could afford to buy more The central bank reduced its benchmark cash interest rate by a quarter percentage point in February to 4.1% in an indication that the worst of the financial hardship had passed The rate is widely expected to be cut again at the bank’s next board meeting on May 20 this time to encourage investment amid the international economic uncertainty generated by Trump’s tariff policies Demonstrating the craft of award-winning architects Bates Smart Boheme offers five-star amenities with a 25-metre lap pool It is in the heart of Bondi Beach’s vibrant dining district this breathtaking sanctuary represents the pinnacle of penthouse living in Sydney’s prestigious Eastern Suburbs Listed by Ric Serrao of Raine & Horne Double Bay/Bondi Beach who is marketing the property alongside colleague Paul Langsam in conjunction with another firm the stunning penthouse is set for auction on April 1 Ric cited the late 2024 sales of two Bondi Beach penthouses—at 45 Hall Street and Campbell Parade—which both achieved $22 million “It’s really an opportune time to capitalise on the incredible future growth in the Bondi area right now,” Ric told realestate.com.au “This is an amazing penthouse with a marvellous ocean outlook and a stunning deck right in the heart of Bondi Beach.” The interiors of the approximately 668 sqm penthouse are masterfully designed to capture a marvellous ocean outlook from every room framed by magnificent floor-to-ceiling glazing and stacking glass doors throughout showcases a setting to host the most spectacular events from Bondi’s most stunning vantage point The gourmet kitchen features integrated Miele appliances and an open butler’s pantry while glass stacker doors wrap the living/dining spaces with panoramas Each bedroom is designed to capture the breathtaking sunrise over Bondi Beach with the fourth bedroom offering versatility as an ideal home office or nursery Every bedroom features a built-in wardrobe and a private ensuite while the master suite boasts a luxurious walk-through wardrobe The bathrooms are thoughtfully appointed with heated towel rails and the master ensuite includes a freestanding bathtub for the ultimate retreat Ducted air conditioning ensures year-round comfort complemented by the natural allure of a refreshing sea breeze with premium security features including video intercom and secure lift access leading to a double basement parking contact Raine & Horne Double Bay/Bondi Beach on 02 9327 7971.   Level 11, 447 Kent StreetSydney, 200002 9258 5400 189 Kelvin Grove RoadKelvin Grove, 405907 3031 0333 8 Greenhill RoadWayville, 503408 8361 3078 Level 11, 552 Lonsdale StreetMelbourne, 300003 9510 2777 Suite 8, 136 Davey StreetHobart, 700003 6231 0000 Located atop The Bondi, which was developed by Allen Linz and Eduard Litver, the sky-high property has floor-to-ceiling glass framing ocean views from every room. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom property, under Michelle’s name, was designed by PTW Architects and has access to a personal valet and concierge service. Joshua is a director and secretary of FiveX, a multi-generational family business of 50 years that invests and leases commercial properties. The new owner of the sun-soaked property, settlement documents have revealed, is Danielle Elkorr, 41. Elkorr owns a string of properties, including an $11,125,000 Darling Point waterfront that she bought in 2015 when she was married to Joe Nahas of Coronation Property. The Bergers, who bought the beachside penthouse in 2016 for $7,575,000 from former Ramsay Healthcare chief Chris Rex, sold it through Steven Chen of The Agency, who declined to comment. The sale price may have been discounted from its initial asking price of $18 million, but the area is an attractive proposition for buyers. Rich lister who spent $66m on three Manly mansions decides it’s too many Ex-AMP director sells award-winning Mosman trophy home for almost $30m Philanthropist asks north of $18m for stunning Bondi Beach spread Just ask billionaire Will Vicars, who runs the hedge fund Caledonia Investments and owns Aussie luxury accessories brand Oroton. He and wife Jane recently added a seventh investment property to his portfolio in the nearby Pacific. The latest addition in the Linz and Litver-developed block, for which he clearly has a penchant, set him back just $2.55 million, taking his spend in the building to more than $45 million. It was also sold through Steven Chen of The Agency, who again declined to comment. One of the largest estates in Bayview, with sublime Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park views, has come onto the market with a price guide of $18 million. The rare acreage has a seven-bedroom, four-bathroom house, is north facing on eight acres and comes complete with a tennis court and swimming pool. Owner Des Walsh, who inherited the home from his parents, said the property felt more like it was set in Byron’s hinterland. “It’s always been a happy home,” Walsh said. “You wouldn’t think you’re in Sydney. I’ve always described it like Byron Bay. It’s only 40 minutes from the city and 10 minutes to the beach. It’s been a great place to live.” Hailing from Ireland, the family has always worked together in business, from owning a butcher’s shop to running Forest View nursing home in Chatswood and owning the Rock Lily nightclub in Mona Vale, which they later redeveloped. Walsh said it was time for another family to enjoy the property. The tightly held home is being sold through Darren Curtis of Christie’s International Real Estate by way of an “expressions of interest” campaign. Brothers Dan and Sam Kalanderian, who founded the kitchenware retailer Victoria’s Basement, are calling time on their Seaforth investment. The luxury four-bedroom, three-bathroom house in exclusive Seaforth Bluff has been listed with a price guide of $9.5 million. The Kalanderians, who own the property under a company of which they are both directors, bought the waterfront, designed by Corben Architects for $8.3 million, in 2022. It has been rented out to the tune of $3500 a week since June 2022, records show. It is being sold through Michael Coombs of Atlas Lower North Shore. In Mosman, Former Elle magazine editor, interior designer and owner of homewares store Manyara Home Deb Coffey and her photographer husband, Ross, have finally found buyers for their Cremorne Point home, which had been on the market since last year. It was the latest home project for the Coffeys – serial home renovators who have plans to downsize. The elegant five-bedroom, four-bathroom house, which was redesigned by Villa + Villa, with views of Mosman Bay and direct access to Old Cremorne Wharf, sold around its last price guide of $11.5 million, local sources say. The couple paid $7.15 million for the waterfront house. It was sold through Michael Coombs of Atlas Lower North Shore, who declined to comment. Financial services executive Chris Plater has sold his Paddington pad of more than a decade for about $12.5 million, local sources report. Plater, a director and chief risk officer at Challenger, had renovated the grand Victorian terrace in the suburb’s prized signature street since purchasing it for $4.7 million in 2014 from the Turner family. The five-bedroom, two-bathroom house spans four levels and has a state-of-the-art marble island kitchen with Gaggenau appliances. With rear lane access to a secure double car space and a custom wine cellar, the home packs a punch in its compact neighbourhood. It was sold through Jack Taylor of Ray White The Woollahra Group, who declined to comment. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Ed Sheeran is encouraging fans to get onto the dancefloor with his upcoming single, 'Azizam.' 'Azizam' balloon promoting Ed Sheeran's new single on Bondi Beach (Source: Supplied/Warner Music Australia) More Ed Sheeran A bright pink balloon with the word AZIZAM has appeared at Bondi Beach. The balloons have also appeared in Brooklyn, New York, and Delhi, with global superstar Ed Sheeran offering a teaser in the lead-up to the release of his upcoming single. Sheeran is kickstarting a new era of music and has been teasing the forthcoming track on social media. Watching the teasers, it’s clear that Azizam is catchy and upbeat, with the Thinking Out Loud singer encouraging fans to get on the dancefloor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Warner Music Australia (@warnermusicaustralia) Don't miss a beat with our FREE daily newsletter It contains Persian influences and features Iranian and Indian artists who play instruments including ghatam Azizam is a Persian word – derived from the word Aziz which means “dear,” “beloved,” or “precious,” the suffix “-am” is a pronoun in Persian that translates to “my” – that translates to “my dear” or “my beloved.” The song is reportedly also inspired by Sheeran’s wife Gingerbread Man Records (and distributed by Warner Records) and is the lead single from his upcoming album Sheeran said of the single in a recent social media post “I wrote Azizam after [collaborator] Ilya Salmanzadeh suggested trying out making music inspired by his Persian heritage and culture I love learning about music and different cultures the more I travel and connect with people It was like opening a door to a completely new and exciting world melodies and instruments were different but similar to the Irish trad music I had grown up with It was showing to me music connects us all And thank you to Ilya for introducing me to such a fantastic world and culture And thank you to [collaborators] Savan Kotecha and Johnny McDaid for helping create this with us Ed Sheeran last toured Australia—in stadiums—in February 2023. 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View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) If you believe that this is a technical error, please contact us and tell us the location of this page Bondi Beach has an incredible 668 sqm of floor space When Toga alongside Bates Smart architects redeveloped the iconic Hakoah Club in Bondi a decade ago the penthouse was held onto for safe keeping Fast forward to 2017 and the palatial 668sq m apartment eventually sold to investor and social entrepreneur Tanya Nelson Carnegie rebuilt and redeveloped the old Hakoah Club and then retained this one and only penthouse for their family,” said the Raine and Horne Double Bay/Bondi Beach principal Ric Serrao even the appliances still had all the plastic on them — It had been sitting empty all that time.” First look inside Kyle’s new home Agents expect it to be popular after the sale of two other Bondi Beach penthouses for $22m The penthouse is scheduled for April 1 auction Ita Buttrose’s $120k payday Records show that Carnegie paid $10.8m for the four-bedroom apartment which has an enviably grand terrace with a private heated pool and uninterrupted Bondi Beach to Sydney skyline views Carnegie’s house in Ben Buckler hit a new North Bondi price benchmark after fetching $10.3m A former investment banker Carnegie launched the Vasudhara Foundation an organisation supporting innovative and creative social impact projects and was also co-founder of the Carnegie Foundation which brought to life two charities; Matilda Rose Early Intervention and Hear For You Carnegie is now selling out of the large Sydney asset Serrao will be marketing the property alongside Paul Langsam in conjunction with Allan Levy of Metro Commercial There are multiple living and dining areas Although there is no immediate price guide for the April 1 auction Serrao cited the late 2024 sales of two Bondi Beach penthouses at 45 Hall St and Campbell Pde “It’s really an opportune time to capitalise on the incredible future growth in the Bondi area right now,” says Serrao “This is an amazing penthouse with a marvellous ocean outlook and a stunning deck right in the heart of Bondi Beach.” The four-bedroom home makes the most of its beachside position featuring floor-to-ceiling glazing and stacking glass doors which fold back to reveal a vast roof top terrace — equal in size to the whole apartment footprint — large enough for Bondi society’s grandest soirees Inside the home there is a sleek granite kitchen with integrated Miele appliances MORE: Ray Hadley’s big move after health scare It features a private heated pool and uninterrupted Bondi Beach to Sydney skyline views Three bedrooms have terrace access with easterly views of Bondi sunrises plus built-ins and ensuites with heated towel racks The primary suite has a big walk-in wardrobe and a freestanding tub in the ensuite Beyond the private foyer there is a cloakroom The fourth bedroom could double as a home office and additional features include a video intercom ducted airconditioning and two secure car spaces residents have access to five-star amenities such as a 25m lap pool a spa and a gym all within footsteps of Bondi Beach’s vibrant dining district and Sydney’s most famous strip of sand MORE: Couple drop $2k a month to live on cruise ship third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. A group of shops and the Australia Post building in Hall St The Australia Post building and three shops in Bondi Beach have gone up for sale with a $50m price guide The “landmark site with unmatched potential” at 31-33 35-37 and 39 Hall St is listed with Jeremy Wiesner of Wiesner Property and Jerry Leis of Metro Commercial The 1453sqm block with 30m frontage is described as a “once in a lifetime” development opportunity in one of Australia’s most iconic beachside destinations Knockdown semi sells for $10m+ The site is close by Australia’s most famous strip of sand. It’s close by 45 Hall St, which has been redeveloped into high-end apartments. Apart from the historic building, now occupied by Australia Post but previously the Commonwealth Bank, the site includes Bondi Beach Hardware, the Anglican Op Shop and Uturn clothing along with the backpackers behind. The agents expect developers to replace the three shops and backpackers into luxury apartments with retail below, incorporating the heritage building. “We’re expecting to flush out major developers who increasingly want to invest in Bondi, we think it will be well received,” Wiesner said. “There are not many of these sites left and Hall St is where everyone wants to be.” Wiesner compares the site to 45 Hall St, which he sold for about $21m in 2019, where developers turned a block of units into the Aqualine apartments and the Aya penthouse that sold in December for $22m. “That had a heritage component — an old house has been converted into a two-level restaurant and wine bar,” Wiesner said. The site is for sale by tender, closing 3pm on Monday, March 24 unless sold prior. realcommercial.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. Knockdown semi sells for $10m+ The site is close by Australia’s most famous strip of sand which has been redeveloped into high-end apartments now occupied by Australia Post but previously the Commonwealth Bank the Anglican Op Shop and Uturn clothing along with the backpackers behind The agents expect developers to replace the three shops and backpackers into luxury apartments with retail below “We’re expecting to flush out major developers who increasingly want to invest in Bondi we think it will be well received,” Wiesner said where developers turned a block of units into the Aqualine apartments and the Aya penthouse that sold in December for $22m “That had a heritage component — an old house has been converted into a two-level restaurant and wine bar,” Wiesner said A push to bring a New Year's Eve music festival back to Sydney's Bondi Beach will be put forward this week A push to bring a New Year’s Eve music festival back to Sydney’s Bondi Beach will be put forward this week Waverley councillor Michelle Stephenson will raise a notice of motion this week to bring the event to Bondi Beach which played host to the famous Shore Thing Festival before its cancellation in 2014 sparked by residents arguing that it brought antisocial behaviour and drove families away from the beach the festival boasted some massive names throughout the years including Snoop Dogg “As a Bondi councillor one thing I consistently hear is how the community has lost it’s vibe Many locals are crying out for ways to re connect and what better way than through music,” Stephenson told Rolling Stone AU/NZ “Continuing the tradition of New Year’s Eve parties at Bondi Beach not only upholds the area’s cultural heritage but also enhances Sydney’s global image as a lively and attractive tourist destination These celebrations draw international attention showcasing our vibrant lifestyle as well as our scenic beauty “Local businesses including bars and restaurants are also looking for ways to increase visitors in a tough economic climate While the Mardi Gras Bondi Beach Dance Party demonstrated that Council and the industry can work well together by instituting plans that minimise the impact to residents “Top tier talent performing on an iconic beach Honestly can’t think of a better way to bring in the New Year.” Your daily dose of everything happening in Australian music and globally On Friday, it was revealed that the famous home of Splendour in Byron Bay since 2013 has been put up for sale bringing into question the future of the beloved festival altogether Should Stephenson’s proposal pass at council’s meeting on Tuesday (March 18th) council will reportedly begin taking on expressions of interests from promoters “Bringing back a NYE event at Bondi Beach is part of our plan to create more fun for our residents visitors and community,” Nemesh told Rolling Stone AU/NZ “We want to see greater activation of our public spaces and a NYE event is the perfect activity for welcoming in the new year I am energised by Council’s focus and priority to provide our residents and community with more festivals more events and more options to have fun.” untick to unsubscribe from any newsletters below: Bondi and Cronulla beaches for Fairfield locals Fairfield City Mayor Frank Carbone: “There is a perception that people who live near the beach their local councils and the State Government don’t want people from the west to visit the beaches The beaches belong to everybody and this summer I want to make sure Fairfield locals can enjoy the beach without breaking the bank.” petrol and parking for now – Fairfield City Council is putting on FREE bus trips for residents to go to the beach on Sundays in January and February Council will also transport people from Bondi to Cabramatta for their own taste of south-east Asia in south-western Sydney “People from the west and south-west have been locked out of iconic beaches which belong to everybody so Council is giving them the opportunity to enjoy iconic places in their own city." ‘Pondi’ just isn’t Bondi when it comes to enjoying a day out at the beach with real waves.” “Driving from Fairfield to Bondi including fuel This is just too much for our local families to be able to enjoy the beach in their own city." “The summer break can also be a lonely time so this is an opportunity for people to get out and meet new people while having a beach day to remember.” “There would be families in Fairfield City who have never been to the beach I want to give them the opportunity to enjoy the beach like everyone should be able to,” he said there would be people from Bondi who have never been to iconic Cabramatta so we want to give them an opportunity to visit Cabramatta see the Pailau Gates and soak up all the atmosphere Cabramatta has to offer.” “Cost of living should not be a barrier preventing people from enjoying the beach on a summer day the beaches belong to everyone,” he said “And what better opportunity is there for Bondi locals to hop on the bus back to Cabramatta for their own unique experience ”Mayor Carbone challenged the State Government to make it easier for people from the west and south-west to enjoy a day at the beach." “I call upon the State Government and beach councils to drop tolls and parking fees on Sundays so people from further away are not disadvantaged by the costs to enjoy something that belongs to us all The people who travel the furthest, need to stay the longest to make the most of the day so they shouldn’t be disadvantaged by the high cost of tolls and parking." “I have written to the Premier and relevant departments and local members to waive public transport fees on weekends in January for people from western Sydney travelling to beach areas like Manly “We don’t have enough public swimming pools in western Sydney so let’s make it easier for people to access the world’s biggest swimming pool – the Pacific Ocean.” 2 FebruaryFairfield to BondiBondi to Cabramatta (return) – for Bondi locals Bookings are essential. Maximum booking 6 people. Children under 18 to be accompanied by an adult We acknowledge the Cabrogal of the Darug Nation who are the Traditional Custodians of this Land We also pay our respect to the Elders both past Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Sydney’s famous Bondi Icebergs pool has suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage after huge swells lashed the iconic swimming spot reaching up to 10 metres above the pool deck Thirty metres of glass fencing outside the club’s change rooms was shattered and a 20-tonne water tank was swept onto the beach with the almost century-old pool expected to be closed for at least a week as members take stock of the devastation caused by a high tide combined with large swells and strong winds Bondi Icebergs Club general manager Bob Tate said the waves which hit as a high tide of 1.9 metres at Bondi Beach peaked around midnight Tuesday had torn through the lifeguard tower 10 metres above the pool deck CCTV footage from inside the pool’s offices showed water sweeping through and dislodging furniture “It’s ripped cupboards off the wall,” Tate said the only time Tate can recall a complete closure in the past 20 years as water rose two metres above the pool at low tide Clean-up began on Wednesday morning to remove the glass from the pool which is expected to be closed for at least a week “The best we can hope for is a week,” Tate said brick walls bordering the beach were smashed when the swell swallowed the shoreline sending debris metres from the sand and onto the lawn beyond the footpath with a section of the esplanade at Cronulla damaged and beachside walkways inundated with water after the storm surge A high tide of 1.8 metres was recorded at Cronulla Beach around midnight Brick walls at Bronte Beach were damaged when waves hit sending debris flying metres beyond the footpath.Credit: Kate Geraghty A section of the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk was cordoned off with fencing and police tape spanning from the foreshore entry to Icebergs and the stairway near Mackenzies Point Stairwells to the viewing platforms by the Bondi rocks were also cordoned off as a handful of surfers braved the swell at the north of the beach Residents of around 30 properties in Botany Bay left their homes as conditions worsened The Bureau of Meteorology has issued hazardous surf warnings for Sydney and the coastline stretching south to Eden and as far north as Byron Bay A water tank washed onto Bondi Beach becomes an instant attraction.Credit: Kate Geraghty The SES said large swells and strong winds were again expected to coincide with high tide on Wednesday night but the impacts would be less than those felt overnight on Tuesday People are advised to avoid walking near surf-exposed areas and avoid climbing on sand dunes formed by coastal erosion Fishers are advised to avoid coastal rock platforms and seek a safe location sheltered from the surf 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Sign up for our Breaking News Alert Sydney\\u2019s famous Bondi Icebergs pool has suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage after huge swells lashed the iconic swimming spot Thirty metres of glass fencing outside the club\\u2019s change rooms was shattered railings were \\u201Cbent like butter\\u201D CCTV footage from inside the pool\\u2019s offices showed water sweeping through and dislodging furniture \\u201CIt\\u2019s ripped cupboards off the wall,\\u201D Tate said \\u201CI\\u2019ve never seen anything like it \\u201CThe best we can hope for is a week,\\u201D Tate said Get alerts on significant breaking news as happens Project OverviewImmaculate detail on a grand scaleRead moreAVRA LocationDevelopment Location135-155 Curlewis Street, 1 Bath1 ParkingEnquireAuction Saturday 24th May 1 Bath2 ParkingEnquireGuide $1,150,000 Nearby Government Schools** Contact school to confirm View moreDisclaimerReport a problemBondi Beach Public SchoolWairoa SchoolRose Bay Secondary CollegeSydney Childrens Hospital SchoolGalilee Catholic Primary SchoolReddam House, Bondi CampusWAYS SecondaryMontessori EastCranbrook Junior SchoolWaverley CollegeReddam HouseReport This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply If you're programming an openair cinema in Bondi in 2024, there's only one way to open it: with The Pool, the new documentary about Bondi Icebergs. While this is only Sunset Cinema Bondi Beach's second year This is the pop-up that had Jaws and Blue Crush on its debut lineup back in 2023 Between Thursday, November 14–Saturday, December 21, cinema will join sun, surf and sand as one of the best things to enjoy at Bondi when Sunset Cinema returns to Dolphin Court at Bondi Pavilion food trucks dishing up bites and popcorn as a snack option Sunset Cinema is no stranger to Sydney, including in St Ives and also North Sydney — and it's also returning to the latter across Thursday, December 5, 2024–Saturday, March 15, 2025. At all sites, BYO picnics are encouraged; however, the event is fully licensed, which means alcohol can only be purchased onsite. And if you don't pack enough snacks, that's where the hot food options, plus plenty of the requisite movie treats like chips, chocolates, lollies and popcorn, come in. 2025 - 10:30AMSydney's coast was hammered by wild surf and king tides overnight leaving an iconic beachfront venue heavily damaged and beaches across the city closed Clovelly and Cronulla are among the beaches on the east coast smashed by huge swells. Hazardous surf warnings remain in place for many coastal areas across New South Wales too the famous beachfront venue on Bondi Beach is closed today after it was damaged overnight during the wild conditions Massive swells topping 10m inundated Icebergs smashing glass fences and reaching above the pool deck and into the building It's expected the pool will remain closed for a week as the owner assesses the damage. The powerful king tide caused massive damage inside the venue Bondi Icebergs Club general manager Bob Tate told the Sydney Morning Herald the wild surf ripped cupboards off the wall Shattered glass remained on the ground on the pool deck earlier this morning as grey skies painted Bondi a gloomy colour Wild surf is still pounding the east coast in Bondi after an evening of heavy swells People looking out at the ocean at Bondi Icebergs after it was closed The swell was so powerful it lifted a 20-tonne water tank leaving it for early morning beachgoers in Bondi to discover on the sand Locals were shocked to find the water tank and some even posed for a snap in front of it Bondi remains closed due to dangerous conditions The king tides combined with a low pressure system were to blame for the strong surf and winds A woman seen walking her dog at Clovelly Beach as large surf smashed the shoreline A king tide hit the eastern seaboard at midnight with people on Sydney's coastal suburbs ignoring closed beaches and coastal walks Cronulla in Sydney's south was among the beaches left battered by a surprising overnight swell Cronulla beach was also closed today following an evening of big swells which wreaked havoc on the sand and onto the footpath Waves over 4m were smashing the beach overnight A public bin was overturned as the king tides reached the esplanade in Cronulla A clean-up is also now under way in Dolls Point after the sidewalk was left cracked and damaged Rough waters also sent sand into front yards SES workers were called in to help with sandbagging defences for properties April Glover is a Senior Journalist on the 9News team She joined 9News in August 2024 after working on the lifestyle team at 9Honey since 2021 April has been working as a journalist for 10 years and has worked in Australia Scotland and England for magazines and newspapers and as a digital journalist You can follow her on Twitter @aprilroseglover or Instagram @aprilrosie, or get in touch at april.glover@nine.com.au. Sydney's coast was hammered by wild surf and king tides overnight Hazardous surf warnings remain in place for many coastal areas across New South Wales too Bondi Icebergs Club general manager Bob Tate told the Sydney Morning Herald the wild surf ripped cupboards off the wall The bureau today issued a hazardous surf warning for the Sydney Waverley Council has used developer contributions to purchase a 1940s block of flats in trendy Bondi Beach The $8.55 million paid at auction for 49 Mitchell Street prices each of the (six) dwellings at $1.43m IB Property’s Steffan Ippolito with Highland Commercial Property’s Paul Grosso represented the vendor which paid $5.75m in 2020 Council contested with three suitors for the property – only one bidding beyond $7.5m (story continues below) Investors and developers also looked in; the 421 square metre site zoned Medium Density able to accommodate a four level improvement The deal comes a week since we reported the state government released six sites – two in Sydney – for projects to deliver 160 dwellings a chunk expected to be allocated for affordable and social housing The Melbourne City Council also recently put two car parks to the market for more public housing product the state government has been buying ex-aged care homes to repurpose including Subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login Bondi Beach consists of six two-bedroom flats with no off-street parking Waverley Council has paid $8.55m — $1.45m over the reserve — for a block of six flats “in the heart of Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach” for affordable housing The two-bedroom apartments in the 1940s block at 49 Mitchell St attracted four bidders at Thursday’s auction at the Damien Cooley auction rooms in the city Cooley said it was a “great auction” and the sales agents Paul Grasso of Highland Commercial and Steffan Ippolito of IB Property The auctioneer and agents were silent on the purchasers but it was rumoured to be the council which it later confirmed It’s understood they’d expected to pick it up for $7.5m Deputy Mayor lists $12m mansion for sale Four of the six apartments have been renovated by the vendor The agents estimate the two-bedders would rent for between $900 and $950 per week on the open market The separate sources said it had been the Waverley Council representative who was the most keen with Cooley about to slam down the gavel in its favour The result means each of the two-bedroom apartments costs $1.45m each which is still below PropTrack’s $1.52m median apartment price for two-bedroom apartments in the popular suburb The guide for the block of six had been $7m The block is a short walk from the world’s most famous beach was approached for comment on why the council has chosen this site describing the council’s purchase as “the most significant expansion of its affordable housing portfolio in over a decade” The statement also described it as a “momentous win for the community gaining additional high-quality housing in a very convenient location funded from developer contributions through Council’s affordable housing reserve” Waverley Council’s Affordable Housing program provides affordable rentals for working people on low-to-moderate incomes The scheme usually provides a discount of between 20 and 25 per cent on market rents Income limits apply and applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have lived or worked in Waverley for at least three years Waverley Mayor Will Nemesh says the location is perfect for affordable housing Council is currently reviewing its Affordable Housing Tenancy policies to include specific provisions for essential or key workers Waverley works with a community housing provider who processes applications and manages the tenancies on Council’s behalf The statement said the property at 49 Michell Street property was ideal for affordable housing said two-bedroom apartment blocks in this part of Bondi rarely come up for sale 30 inspections and 18 contracts out on this one “The current owner had renovated four of the apartments new floors and given it a lick of paint.” would rent for between $900 and $950 per week on the open market He sold another block of six recently, at 122 O’Brien St, Bondi Beach A huge swell combined with a king tide battered Sydney’s coastline on Wednesday causing damage to a swimming club at the city’s iconic Bondi Beach The north-facing oceanfront unit at 6/77 Ramsgate Avenue, North Bondi, is located in one of the most iconic buildings in the sought-after beachside locale. The art deco style building is located in a prominent position directly beside the North Bondi Grassy Knoll and is one of only two buildings with direct access to the beachfront promenade. The spacious bedroom has a built-in mirrored wardrobe and en suite bathroom. The unit has been updated tiled flooring, modernised bathroom and kitchen featuring stone benchtops.  The building boasts security intercom, an outdoor shower and a large common outdoor area offering breathtaking views of both North Bondi and Bondi beaches. The unit was sold on January 31 for $2,320,000 after about two weeks on the market. Brothers offload North Bondi investment for $1.27 million to buy own homes Rare opportunity to buy two side-by-side penthouses overlooking Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach A one-bedroom Bondi Beach apartment is Australia's most expensive sale The selling agents from Raine & Horne Double Bay reportedly initially set a price guide  of $1 million before increasing it twice due to buyer interest. It was eventually sold after expressions of interest were sought. Central Element (CE) has lodged a Development Application (DA) for its latest Bondi Beach site at 46 and 48-50 Lamrock Avenue Following the acquisition of this premium 1,200sqm landholding the project is poised to redefine coastal luxury with a meticulously curated collection of nine exclusive residences with an end value of $100 million 26 Feb 2025 • 3m read • View Author Rooted, resilient, resonant: Off-grid family living amongst the rugged Australian landscape Using DecoBatten®’s latest profile on The Seaside Sanctuary Solid Nordic softwood in interior design: Sustainable solutions for joinery, flooring and wall panelling Construction of resort-style clubhouse begins at AVID’s over 50s lifestyle precinct in Fraser Coast Sign up to our newsletter for the latest industry news, products and inspiration. Penny Sharpe says ‘mystery’ debris sent for testing and beaches not closed as there were so few balls More ball-shaped debris has washed ashore at Sydney’s Bondi, Coogee, Maroubra and Cronulla beaches, the New South Wales government has confirmed. The office of the acting premier, Penny Sharpe, told Guardian Australia on Wednesday that “small numbers of balls” – some only pea-sized – had washed up on the four beaches in the past few days. These balls had been cleaned up and sent for testing and, as there were so few pieces, none of the beaches had been closed, Sharpe’s office said. Read moreA spokesperson for Randwick council said it had inspected all beaches in the area after it was alerted to ball-shaped debris on South Maroubra and South Coogee beaches “An inspection of all beaches in the area on Monday morning found only a small number of balls at South Coogee,” they said “Council staff found none of the material on Randwick City beaches during morning inspections on Tuesday or Wednesday and all beaches in the area remain open.” They said council staff were inspecting the beaches daily The Sutherland and Waverley councils were contacted for comment Dee Why and South Curl Curl beaches in Sydney’s north remained closed on Wednesday after marble-sized “grease balls” were discovered on nine beaches in the area on Tuesday The Northern Beaches council said it had reopened Queenscliff North Steyne and North Narrabeen beaches on Wednesday morning Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Sydney’s beaches have been plagued by debris balls in recent months but the Environment Protection Authority (EPA), Sydney Water and the government maintain they cannot work out where they are coming from Addressing the media on Wednesday afternoon Sharpe confirmed an EPA investigation was ongoing while the government had also been working with various agencies as to whether there had been “pollution events” – but none had been identified Free newsletterGet the most important news as it breaks Unidentified ball-shaped debris washed ashore at nine northern beaches including Manly Photograph: Northern Beaches council“This is a phenomenon that’s not being seen anywhere else in the world,” she said but they’re different depending on the beach.” Sharpe said she had “full confidence” in the EPA but I’m not going to put the blame at the feet of the EPA here,” she said “This is an odd situation that remains a mystery that we’re getting to the bottom of.” Thousands of pieces of spherical debris washed up on many eastern suburbs beaches Those balls were initially widely reported to be “tar balls” comprising crude oil until testing coordinated with the EPA revealed they were consistent with human-generated waste – or “likely lumps of fatberg” More ball-shaped debris washed up in Kiama in November, before green, grey and black balls washed up on Silver beach at Kurnell The EPA said on Tuesday the balls that washed up on Sydney’s eastern suburbs beaches in October were found to consist mostly of fatty acids and petroleum hydrocarbons But the regulator said testing could not “pinpoint a source” or identify what caused them to form because “there was no source sample available for comparison” The EPA said analysis of the balls that washed up in Kiama found they had a similar composition to those that washed up on the eastern beaches and it was “still awaiting” the final results of the Kurnell debris An artist’s impression of a penthouse at Avra A new Bondi Beach apartment development has achieved an astonishing $89m in off-the-plan sales after just eight days on the market The boutique 18-unit block Avra in Curlewis St is named after the Greek goddess of breeze with its design insired by the sculptural forms of waves It’s won over buyers from Dover Heights to Tamarama but also Manly on the northern beaches who’ve paid between $9m up to $15m for three-bedroom apartments this is a hugely successful launch,” says sales agent Ben Stewart ‘Breastmaster’s’ $11m bid after $36m payout and the northerly aspect helped win over buyers Avra is developed by Clutch and designed by PBD Architects and Woods Bagot “Buyers are of the understanding that the market is stablising and an interest rate drop is on the horizon “They are acting on the basis they can act now and lock in todays prices as the market improves thoughout the construction phase of the development.” Stewart said the buyers loved that the apartments are all north-facing their size (180sqm-211sqm) and the retail below including a French restaurant and high-end providores “The site is large and is set to redefine Curlewis St with a luxury building anchored by a brand new precinct underneath,” Stewart said developed by Clutch and designed by PBD Architects and Woods Bagot and located just a block from the beach All of the apartments have premium finishes offer spacious living areas leading to expansive private balconies The kitchens are designed with curved Champagne quartzite countertops and state-of-the-art appliances from Gaggenau The development is set to completely change Curlewis St Every home opens to a private atrium filled with natural light and lush landscaping by renowned designer Miles Baldwin “Avra’s design is inspired by the sculptural forms of waves capturing the sense of movement through its soft curves and flowing shapes,” said Paul Buljevic of PBD Architects Tracey Wiles from Woods Bagot added that the vision was to create a property that lives up to the iconic status of Bondi Beach while simultaneously exuding the luxury of a Mediterranean villa “These residences have such grandeur and scale that they feel like true private homes we’ve considered every aspect,” Wiles said In a major step towards restoring the vibrant energy and culture that made Bondi Beach so famous and beloved to locals and visitors alike a motion for a Bondi Beach New Year’s Eve event The motion was put forth by Bondi Ward Councillor Michelle Stephenson and Waverly Council Mayor Will Nemesh at last month’s council meeting The council will undergo an Expression of Interest (EOI) process to find a partner to run the event Council is also eager to secure the support of the State Government and Destination NSW visitors and community,” said Mayor Nemesh “We want to see greater activation of our public spaces and a New Year’s Eve event is the perfect activity for welcoming in the new year more events and more options to have fun,” he continued “Last night was a real win for music lovers across the city’s east and around the world,” Stephenson told Rolling Stone AU/NZ “Not only are we bringing back live entertainment to our much-loved iconic beach but we are also helping boost our local economy Our city has long needed a nighttime refresh and this New Year’s Eve event will do just that.” Shore Thing was originally terminated after complaints from residents that it drove families away and brought antisocial behaviour the festival brought in big names such as Snoop Dogg After the success of the Mardi Gras Bondi Beach Dance Party in the past the Council is confident that they will be able to collaborate with industry to minimise the negative impact on residents that caused the festival to be done away with in the past Some of these proposed measures include curfews waste disposal and effective transport management “As a Bondi Ward Councillor one thing I consistently hear is how the community has lost its vibe,” Stephenson said “Many locals are crying out for ways to reconnect and what better way than through music “Local businesses including bars and restaurants are also looking for ways to increase visitors in a tough economic climate Top tier talent performing on an iconic beach I honestly can’t think of a better way to bring in the New Year.” A famous beachside suburb has been left divided over plans to install a mermaid themed public artwork after complaints about the 'representation of women's bodies' Waverley Council revealed plans in 2023 to pay homage to two well-known mermaid sculptures and erect an artwork at Bondi's South Park, in Sydney's eastern suburbs The fibreglass mermaid sculptures once stood on the rocks on the northern end of the beach after they were installed without permission in the 1960s The pair were modelled on local women Jan Carmody who was crowned Miss Australia Surf in 1959 One statue lasted 14 years before it was stolen replaced and then washed away with council refusing to replace it for a second time The other statue lasted 16 years until bits and pieces were stolen and council eventually decided to remove what was left of it Waverley Council had planned to honour the history with studio Pink Cactus' design re-imagining the statues in a single 2.5m tall stainless steel and Corten steel piece A report written for Waverley Council suggested it risked 'reputational harm' if it green-lit the initiative following community backlash The mermaid's torso was to be constructed by layered steel segments which could be 'seen through' from certain angles labelled 'not actually good enough' and the 'least bad' option in community consultation 'Community consultation feedback clearly demonstrates that no artwork design is supported by the public,' the report read 'Commentary regarding the waste of public funds is already a feature of the public consultation and is likely to become an ongoing message should an artwork continue 'Continuing to spend funds on this project would create a risk of reputational harm.' The internal council committee report also made a vague mention of feedback relating to the sculpture's 'representation of the female form' funding would be reallocated to other public art initiatives including a memorial artwork to recognise the stabbing tragedy at Westfield Bondi Junction 'If Council chooses to progress this artwork in the absence of community consensus for it to proceed it would risk over-extending Council’s allocated spending on public art projects and would jeopardise the delivery of more recent public art projects prioritised by Council including the Campbell Parade mosaic restoration works the Westfield tragedy memorial artwork and joint Waverley-Woollahra artwork,' the report read Culture and Creativity Advisory Committee convened in response to the report last month before unanimously recommending against awarding the commission to any of the previously exhibited concepts A community meeting this week will decide whether the project will be formally scrapped Waverley councillor Michelle Stephenson said she could understand residents' frustration 'The concept designs weren't great and they weren't representative of the original mermaids,' she told the Daily Telegraph.  'They also weren't in the original location so I don't think people really saw the link.'  Former mayor Paula Masselos said the artwork should be a re-imagination of the suburb's history for future generations.  She later admitted subsequent feedback on the sculptures had been almost universally opposed to the project.  She said the council had an obligation to listen to the public.  Major terror attack 'was just HOURS away' before it was foiled by the special forces and police:... 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The name "Bondi" is derived from an Aboriginal word meaning "water breaking over rocks," a fitting tribute to the area's natural features while the 1950s and 60s saw a significant boom of both commercial and residential development It wasn't until a major redevelopment of one of Bondi's landmark buildings in 2013 that the whole face of the suburb changed Allen Linz's Rebel Property and Eduard Litver's Capitel Group kicked off a wave of new development just over a decade ago, a wave that has completely transformed the apartment market in Bondi Beach Their redevelopment of the existing Swiss Grand Hotel on the dress circle Campbell Parade sent national records tumbling. Fund manager Will Vicars bought two adjoining "Lighthouse" penthouses in the new development, now named Pacific Bondi Beach for an off the plan apartment record $21.9 million Designed by PTW, Pacific Bondi Beach incorporated the Art Deco character of the street with Bondi architecture through the use of curvilinear elements and roof lines found in 1930s architecture The Pacific Bondi comprises 110 luxury apartments, a 69-room QT Bondi Hotel 5,500 sqm of retail including Speedo Fitness Club and pool Woolworths Metro and BWS store and a mix of high-quality food and beverage operations and assorted fashion boutiques where they've recently secured another record It's the price per square metre record for the whole country. The five-bedroom penthouse was recently bought for $23 million The soon-to-be completed development comprises just seven new apartments set behind the historic Bates Milk Bar façade The Bondi Beach new and off-the-plan apartment market has been running hot in 2024. Data from MatterFact, the data product of Urban.com.au, shows it has been among one of the most enquired on areas in the Eastern Suburbs, alongside its neighbouring Bondi Junction There’s only been one apartment launch so far in 2024. That was Mayfair, a luxury apartment development by Fenbury, also on Campbell Parade Mayfair comprises just seven north-facing three-bedroom apartments designed by MHN Design Union with interiors by Ennen & Co In a departure from neighbouring buildings Mayfair is exclusively designed and dedicated solely to residential use The last development launch before Mayfair was Eurangi by Princeton back in the third quarter of 2022, an absolute beachfront address at 134 Campbell Parade There are eight apartments in Eurangi, two of which are whole floor penthouses that offer some of the best views in Bondi Beach Eurangi, Bondi Beach Another notable property is the AYA Penthouse, the largest-ever single-floor penthouse in Bondi Beach Ray White Projects have been asking $26.4 million for the sprawling AYA Penthouse atop the Aqualine Bondi Beach project on Hall Street Designed by world-renowned architect Koichi Takada the expansive 443 sqm penthouse comprises four bedrooms and multiple living and entertaining areas There are several new apartment developments that will be revealed later this year The first will be Avra by Clutch, just 18 luxury apartments at 141-155 Curlewis Street, about 150 metres from Campbell Parade Each of the apartments, designed by PBD and with interiors by Woods Bagot except the sprawling four-bedroom penthouses The apartments will sit above three new retail tenancies There is also expected to be further details revealed about Central Elements' Bondi Beach development. Urban revealed the plans for seven luxury residences back in March Central Element paid around $50 million for the amalgamated 2,050 sqm site fronting Sandridge and Wilga streets where they're planning two duplex homes and five apartments There's been no word on the Campbell Parade development submitted by F45 co-founder Rob Deutsche in 2023. An investment vehicle of his filed plans for four luxury apartments above retail at 56 Campbell Parade Then there are two other Hall Street developments also planned Over two years ago Blank filed $9.4 million plans to transform the old Westpac building into a mixed-use precinct He's been approved to create a new shop-top housing building with retail premises on the ground floor of 26-32 Hall Street BANG Architecture handled the design of the building just a stone's throw from the famous sand BANG noted in the design statement submitted to Waverley Council that Bondi Beach has seen some impressive developments come to fruition in the past decade. He's certainly not wrong, but the opportunity to develop near the beach is shrinking as Sydney's top developers hone in. We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia. We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home! Play Duration: 10 minutes 33 seconds10m Brought to you by Julian Mattherson, a bus driver from Western Sydney, has been driving locals from Blacktown to Bondi for the past three years, often covering costs out of his own pocket.  For many passengers, it's their first opportunity to see the ocean. For Julian, however, it's about much more than just the sand beneath their feet. 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