Link copiedShareShare resultsBy chief election analyst Antony Green posted Fri at 2:00pmFriday 2 May 2025 at 2:00pmFri 2 May 2025 at 2:00pm Updated 1h ago1 hours agoMon 5 May 2025 at 12:05pm updated 6h ago6 hours agoMon 5 May 2025 at 6:50am | Michelle Rowland (Labor) since 2010. Minister for Communications. Greenway covers 90 square kilometres in Sydney's west and north-western suburbs running north from the main western rail line in Blacktown between Old Windsor and Richmond Roads to Tallawong and then across Windsor Road to include Rouse Hill. The electorate takes in parts of Blacktown and Quakers Hill along with Lalor Park, Kings Park, Glenwood, Parklea, Stanhope Gardens, Kellyville Ridge, The Ponds and Rouse Hill. Greenway loses Labor voting suburbs south of the western rail line and Abbott Road to McMahon and Parramatta. For the first time in decades, the electorate now extends north of Windsor Road into Liberal voting territory around Rouse Hill. The areas removed voted 63.7% Labor in 2022, the areas added voting 62.4% Liberal. Together they result in the Labor margin being cut from 11.5% to an estimated 8.0%. See polling place result map below for detail of the boundary change. (Victories by a party of government are indicated by thick coloured underlining.) Was originally named as a One Nation candidate for this seat. Rex is a former NSW Police officer and former Australian Army Reserve soldier. He committed almost 20 years of national service to his country. In the past 10 years he has created a successful security and Investigations business, providing specialised and boutique services throughout Australia. Subramanian has called western Sydney home for more than a decade. He is a technical architect with two decades of IT experience and he states a deep commitment to grassroots organising and community volunteering. Originally from India, Virk settled in Australia 18 years ago and works as an occupational therapist and rehabilitation consultant. 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) The GPT Group has announced the $200 million redevelopment of Rouse Hill Town Centre (RHTC) in Sydney’s rapidly growing northwest marking its largest retail development in a decade will expand the centre’s retail space by over 10,500 square metres and introduce more than 50 new shops highlighted the Hills District’s rapid population growth — five times the Sydney metro average — and its affluent customer base with incomes 46 per cent above the national average “Rouse Hill Town Centre is the heart of the community and a standout performer in terms of customer experience and returns,” Proutt said “Investing to bring more choice of fashion emphasised strong demand from retailers eager to expand in this high-growth market He noted that the project will not only enhance customer experiences but also contribute to job creation and economic growth ADCO Constructions has already begun pre-construction site works Full construction will begin next month and take approximately 18 months to complete Future development opportunities are planned to further solidify RHTC as the premier retail destination in the Hills District The redevelopment underscores GPT’s confidence in Sydney’s northwest as a high-spend market and its commitment to supporting local economic growth while catering to the needs of a thriving community You must be logged in to post a comment Construction industry ready as Queensland hospital expansion review concludes Boroondara opens nominations for 2025 Urban Design Awards Construction industry leaders to take part in 2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout New leadership team appointed to overhaul QLD’s construction regulator Engineers Australia calls for target of 60,000 additional engineering graduates by 2035 Willmott Dixon selected to lead construction of Northern Roots Visitor Centre in Oldham New York 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ahead of the opening of the extension pre-Christmas 2026 The project is GPT’s largest retail development in 10 years and is part of its strategy to leverage strong existing assets and deliver premium experiences to customers GPT CEO Russell Proutt says the Hills District population is growing at five times the Sydney metro areas “The shopping centre is a standout performer in terms of customer experience and returns with progressively increasing traffic since it was first developed in 2008,” he says dining and leisure to the district was an easy decision.” The expansion will grow RHTC to over 80,000sqm and will retain the centre’s distinctive indoor-outdoor design featuring a continuous walking loop for customer convenience GPT Head of Retail Chris Barnett says there has been strong demand from both new and existing retail brands looking to expand in a high-growth “We are proud that our investment is not only delivering an enhanced shopping and lifestyle experience for customers but also contributing to job creation and economic growth,” he says The development works are expected to take approximately 18 months A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will work in partnership with the Minns Labor Government to build Australia's future today announcing a joint commitment to see maternity services delivered at the new Rouse Hill Hospital We will invest $120 million to deliver a birthing service at Rouse Hill Hospital a maternity inpatient unit and additional staffing areas in addition to the existing plan to have post and pre-natal maternity services at the new hospital This funding is on top of the $700 million the Minns Labor Government has already committed to develop Rouse Hill Hospital – the first major adult hospital to be built in Western Sydney in over 40 years This joint investment of a re-elected Albanese and Minns Labor Governments will ensure women in northwest Sydney will be able to give birth closer to home in one of the city's fastest-growing areas states and territories run public hospitals and the Federal Government pays its share of the cost of hospital activity The $120 million investment is a decision of government that will be reflected in the 2025 PEFO Funding was accounted for in the 2025-26 Budget This investment builds on the Albanese Labor Government's commitment to deliver free This investment in public health care is in stark contrast to Peter Dutton who was voted the worst Health Minister in Medicare history by Australia's doctors billion from public hospitals – including $18 billion from NSW hospitals – and tried to end bulk billing with a fee for every GP visit Quotes attributable to the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese: "We're working with the Minns Labor Government to build Australia's future "Western Sydney is one of our fastest growing areas and we will deliver $120 million to deliver birthing and maternity services at the new Rouse Hill Hospital - so mums-to-be in Western Sydney can give birth closer to home with the largest ever investment in more than 40 cheaper medicines and more Urgent Care Clinics – where all you need is your Medicare card not your credit card." Quotes attributable to the Federal Health Minister Mark Butler: "This election is a choice between Labor's plan to keep building or Peter Dutton's promise to cut Only a vote for Labor is a vote for stronger Medicare "Australia's doctors voted Peter Dutton the worst Health Minister in Medicare history for a reason "Everything in Peter Dutton's record tells us that he will start by cutting Medicare and he won't stop there He will cut everything except your taxes." Quotes attributable to Member for Greenway I've been fighting for North West Sydney to have access to the very best health services "Securing full maternity services for Rouse Hill Hospital is a huge win and I thank the Prime Minister and the NSW Premier for this commitment "This outcome is a testament to how federal and state Labor are working together to deliver the infrastructure and services that families in the growing North West deserve "I will continue fighting to make up for over a decade of Liberal neglect." Quotes attributable to NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for Western Sydney "This is a significant investment in Western Sydney by both the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments "It demonstrates both levels of government are serious about delivering first-class health services for the fast growing communities of North West Sydney "This project was promised by previous Liberal and National governments time and time again Today's announcement shows only Labor is investing in the infrastructure Western Sydney needs." Quotes attributable to NSW Minister for Health "The Liberals promised to build Rouse Hill Hospital at three elections "The Minns Labor Government is getting on with the job of delivering it We're going to build it with an emergency department "With the help of a re-elected Albanese Labor Government we're going to build it with birthing services the fast-growing North West of Sydney will have access to full birthing and maternity services at Rouse Hill." local Councils and stakeholders have provided valuable feedback on the design of the new $700 million Rouse Hill Hospital with the latest stakeholder engagement summary released today The NSW Government is investing $700 million in the new Rouse Hill Hospital development the first major public hospital built in western Sydney in more than 40 years to meet the future healthcare needs of the growing north western Sydney community.  The community had their say on the latest design for the project throughout August and September 2024 with 350 people attending in-person information sessions across Schofields there were almost 600 responses from the community to an online survey I am delighted to see the interest the community is taking in their new hospital This valuable feedback will help shape the new health facility to ensure it meets the healthcare needs of Sydney’s north west into the future Feedback is informing the next stage of design of the new hospital with input received from a broad range of consumers community members and stakeholders including Dharug traditional custodians local Councils and NSW Government agencies.  The feedback highlighted positive support for the delivery of a new hospital in Rouse Hill with respondents interested in the hospital’s design clinical services to be delivered and future hospital functions The community was also interested in parking and access to the new hospital including proximity to public transport As part of the project a new multi-storey carpark will be delivered with the site location providing easy access to the Sydney Metro The project team has prepared a report about the engagement and answers to key queries by community members and stakeholders. The full report can be found here: Rouse Hill Engagement Report Nov 2024 The project team is now preparing an Environmental Impact Statement as part of a State Significant Development Application which is expected to be lodged and placed on public exhibition in 2025.  Ongoing consultation with a broad range of stakeholders and the community is essential to the hospital planning design and delivery process and will continue throughout the project.  The final scope for the Rouse Hill Hospital Development will be determined through the planning process but is expected to include: The new hospital will be future-proofed and built with expansion zones to ensure capacity for additional health services in the future The full scope of health services will be confirmed when planning and design is finalised.  For information about the new Rouse Hill Hospital, including the stakeholder and community engagement summary visit: [www.rousehillhospital.health.nsw.gov.au]www.rousehillhospital.health.nsw.gov.au Western Sydney Local Health District is committed to delivering world class healthcare to support the health and wellbeing of our community We aim to work together to make our community the healthiest in NSW Photos must be high resolution and include correctly spelled captions with names from left to right Read the Disclaimers, Privacy and Copyright notice Play Duration: 11 minutes 34 seconds11m Brought to you by Ahead of a forum in Western Sydney, PM Anthony Albanese checked in with Kathryn Robinson from the campaign trail.  Anthony Albanese said the new round of blanket US tariffs was "totally unwarranted".(ABC News: Ian Cutmore) Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio The Hills district is set to have over 50 new retail shops leisure and dining options by Christmas 2026 The GPT Group have greenlit the $200 million transformation of Rouse Hill Town Centre adding more than 10,500 sqm of retail space to the Hills shopping hub The expansion will grow the centre to over 80,000 sqm and will include a revitalised town green end of trip facilities and an additional 200 parking spaces MORE: Sydney suburb about to double in size Renders of the new Rouse Hill Town Centre expansion The Hills district is getting 50 new retail spaces MORE: Sydney areas where buying home is cheaper than renting Approximately one-third of new tenants in the centre have been secured details are yet to be confirmed on who the tenants are The project will commence in April 2025 and development works are expected to take approximately 18 months GPT’s head of retail Chris Barnett said there had been strong demand for both new and existing retail brands looking to expand in a “high-growth MORE: Real Housewife’s insane property empire exposed Inside the centre where there will be 50 new options to shop and dine A revitalised green space is also included in the plans MORE: Bunnings hits market with $1.42m yearly return “We are proud that our investment is not only delivering an enhanced shopping and lifestyle experience for customers but also contributing to job creation and economic growth,” he said GPT’s chief executive officer Russell Proutt said investing to bring more fashion dining and leisure options to The Hills was an “easy decision.” “The Hills District population is growing at five times the Sydney metro areas and Rouse Hill Town Centre is the heart of the community,” Mr Proutt said MORE: Don’t bother: home reno that’s a waste of time ‘Weak’: Grim loophole warning amid Aus cash war 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. MORE: Sydney suburb about to double in size MORE: Sydney areas where buying home is cheaper than renting MORE: Real Housewife’s insane property empire exposed MORE: Bunnings hits market with $1.42m yearly return MORE: Don’t bother: home reno that’s a waste of time ‘Weak’: Grim loophole warning amid Aus cash war the fast-growing communities of Shellharbour and Rouse Hill found themselves in similar situations: both were awaiting brand-new hospitals but neither was to include birthing services All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueThen in early April the state and federal governments jointly promised $120 million to build a maternity unit in the planned $700 million Rouse Hill Hospital in Sydney's north-west should Labor win the forthcoming federal election But there is no such pledge for Shellharbour Hospital, despite ongoing advocacy from the Illawarra Women's Health Centre (IWHC) the Labor member for Shellharbour Anna Watson and independent Kiama MP Gareth Ward Labor's candidate for the federal seat of Whitlam, Carol Berry, has also voiced support for maternity services in the hospital While the new hospital will offer prenatal and postnatal care women will not be able to give birth there IWHC executive director Sally Stevenson believed women's health and maternity services had been politicised to win votes in western Sydney "It should be a core component of what a hospital is offering," Ms Stevenson said When approached for comment on the plans for Shellharbour and Rouse Hill hospitals Health Minister and Keira MP Ryan Park's office directed the Mercury to the response it provided in January "Birthing services will remain at Wollongong and Shoalhaven hospitals due to specialist services and staff needed to maintain a safe birthing facility for mothers and their babies," Mr Park said at that time This was the same reason provided by the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District and Health Infrastructure in 2022 and 2024 Ms Stevenson said there were solutions to the staffing problem, but the government was not willing to address them, referring to public sector nurses and midwives' ongoing dispute with the state government over pay and conditions She also said it was not a valid reason for putting the wellbeing of mothers and babies at risk "The funding for Rouse Hill proves that when governments prioritise community need Mr Park said there was room for Shellharbour Hospital to expand in the future "We are purposely building this new hospital with expansion zones to enable capacity for additional services to come online down the track future-proofing this vital piece of infrastructure for many years as the community needs increase," he said The minister made the same comment to the Sydney Morning Herald in December 2024 about the absence of birthing services in the plans for Rouse Hill Hospital Most of the Illawarra Shoalhaven is growing faster than NSW as a whole, with population forecasts from the state's planning department showing that the region could have almost 130,000 more residents by 2041 Shellharbour is projected to increase by 43 per cent to a population of almost 109,500 within 20 years while the Shoalhaven is expected to become home to more than 152,000 people These LGAS are likely to experience slower growth than the Hills Shire which has one of the highest forecast annual growth rates in the state But Ms Stevenson said every woman in NSW deserved access to best-practice maternity services when she gave birth "I think if maternity services were a priority to NSW Health then they'd make sure they were available," Ms Stevenson said Shellharbour Hospital is now under construction and is expected to be completed in 2027 while Rouse Hill Hospital is in the planning and design phase Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs and education. 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Phone: 02 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Authorised by Chris StoneLiberal Party of Australia 131 Macquarie StreetSydney NSW 2000Phone: (02) 8356 0300 Privacy Policy The NSW government is inviting property developers to build on three vacant sites of government-owned land, which could deliver over 350 new homes Property and Development NSW has launched an expressions of interest campaign to develop sites at Box Road at Wakeley and Sparks Road at Wallarah for new housing in these communities These sites were identified from the government’s land audit initiative launched in 2023 which aims to determine what government-owned land can be used to address the state’s housing supply shortage In February 2025, the audit marked the former WestConnex dive site in Camperdown to deliver 500 new dwellings including at least 200 build-to-rent units Government developer Landcom is set to take on the development Rouse Hill and Wallarah were also identified through the audit which has so far earmarked a number of locations that could deliver up to 7,100 homes Rouse Hill and Wallarah are earmarked for new housing The Wakeley site in Sydney’s western suburbs is a low-density residential site and features a total site area of 23,505sqm the EOI suggests it may be suitable for residential subdivision or an integrated housing development opportunity The area is also surrounded by amenities such as schools early childhood facilities like the Wakeley Centre and the shopping centre Stockland Wetherill Park the Wallarah site spans 11.7 hectares and presents an opportunity for residential located in the North West growth centre and 50-minutes from Sydney’s CBD is a medium-density residential development site spanning 20,777sqm the zoning supports a range of development opportunities for the area It’s also close to Rouse Hill Shopping Village The EOI campaign is open to developers and will run until April 23 Property and Development NSW chief executive officer Leon Walker said the EOI campaign will run until April 23 when the agency would review submissions from developers “The government can’t solve the housing crisis on its own so we are calling on the capability of the residential development sector to deploy its capacity in partnership with the Government in respect to the three sites announced today,” Mr Walker said Property and Development NSW is continuing the important work of identifying and assessing additional surplus government-owned sites that can be repurposed to help deliver more housing supply across the state.”  Minister for lands and property Steve Kamper said the government was looking forward to receiving “submissions from experienced developers to deliver housing across these three sites at Wakeley Are you interested in buying or building new? 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The NSW Government is committed to restoring reliability across the public transport network The Bus Priority Infrastructure Program is a rolling program that delivers infrastructure improvements to address the reliability and efficiency of bus services in Greater Sydney.  The program delivers a wide range of low-cost infrastructure and operational changes including: To date in FY 2024-25 the following projects were open to traffic: the following projects were open to traffic: In FY 2021-22 there were 4 projects that were Open to Traffic under the BPIP (2 project) and Gateway to the South (G2S) Bus programs (2 projects)  In FY 2020-21 there were 7 projects that were Open to Traffic under the BPIP (4 projects) and Gateway to the South G2S Bus programs (3 projects): The new westbound kerbside bus lane on Victoria Road through Melrose Park connected the two existing westbound bus lanes between Cobham Avenue and Hughes Avenue This new extended westbound bus lane operates on Victoria Road from 3pm to 7pm on weekdays.  This project has delivered enhanced reliability and efficiency of westbound weekday afternoon bus services along the Victoria Road corridor which in turn is expected to encourage more people to use public transport supporting the frequent bus services on this important corridor The newly installed bus layover on Sunnyholt Road accommodates 11 buses and supports the operation of buses at the nearby Blacktown bus interchange.  This new facility has increased the availability of layover spaces and has helped reduce bus congestion at the Blacktown bus interchange improved bus travel time and journey reliability and aims to support the future expansion of rapid route numbers to and from Blacktown.  This new bus layover provides a convenient location for buses to layover and to enables drivers to take meal and rest breaks in between trips utilising the new modern drivers’ facility This project has provided new dedicated bus lanes that operate from 6-10am and 3-7pm on weekdays on Parramatta Road TfNSW installed a westbound kerbside bus lane between Norton Street in Leichhardt and West Street in Petersham and eastbound and westbound kerbside bus lanes between Orpington Street and Bland Street in Ashfield These improvements have provided dedicated bus lanes during weekday peak periods to facilitate more reliable and efficient bus services What you need to know about using bus lanes safely and legally North West T-way - Darcey Street Westmead [Jan 2010] Ryde on approach to Victoria Road [Jan 2010] Bus only lane at the intersection of Talavera Road and Herring Road Macquarie Park [Jan 2009] Old Northern Road bus lane near Windsor Road intersection Liverpool - Parramatta T-way bus on Argyle Street bus only lane Southbound on the Warringah Freeway [Jan 2010] Double Decker 611 – commencement of services following hazard clearance work Baulkham Hills – northbound bus bay extension at Torrs Street For further information on Bus Priority infrastructure projects, please contact us at projects@transport.nsw.gov.au For more information on bus routes please refer to the bus operator maps on the Transport for NSW website Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present QSR Media Australia website works best with Javascript enabled Please enable your javascript and reload the page The new locations are at Macquarie Centre Food Court and Rouse Hill Pappa Flock expands its presence in New South Wales with two new locations—one at Macquarie Centre Food Court opening on 27 March followed by another in Rouse Hill on 17 April The Macquarie Centre Food Court site marks the brand’s sixth location in Sydney has been selected to bring his signature style to each store with a mural Having previously worked as art director for Mambo and head of product for Hurley Pappa Flock currently operates in Parramatta with additional Sydney locations planned for 2025 Our Lady of the Angels Parish Rouse Hill welcomed four special relics which were blessed by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv during a special Mass on Saturday 5 October Bishop Vincent Long blessed the first-class relics of St Padre Pio di Pietrelcina and young saint-in-the-making Blessed Carlo Acutis; as well as a second-class relic of St Anthony of Padua The relics were deposited in the church’s adjacent St Francis chapel Relics of Carlo Acutis and St Therese of Lisieux Photo: visualeyes Photography/Diocese of Parramatta “The relic is not the object of our worship; rather they are signs to us of the closeness of the saints,” Bishop Vincent said “They are above all models of Christian life and by their intercession we endeavour to follow the footsteps of Christ more closely let us be inspired to embrace the pattern of self-sacrifice mutual love and service to the least of our brothers and sisters.”  Relic blessing by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv Parish Priest Fr Carlos Walker IVE said the arrival of the relics was a special time for the parish community as it strengthened the bond between ordinary people and the saints who once walked among us  “We specifically requested these relics because each of the four saints are so popular and inspire the lives of so many,” Fr Carlos said we obtained a piece of his clothes,” he said Fr Carlos said the idea came from a local married couple last year especially since our church has a side chapel that was practically empty,” Fr Carlos said adding that he made a written request to Rome for the relics He made a second request to Rome for the relic of the Blessed Carlo Acutis, due to the popularity of the saint following a relic visit last year While the four projects were approved by Rome relatively fast the logistics in their delivery were much more challenging Up close: Relics of Carlo Acutis and St Therese of Lisieux “The relics needed to be collected in person in Italy and arrive in time for our ceremony,” he said Fr Carlos said the arrival of the relics were met with an outpouring of adoration from the faithful “When Bishop Vincent came to introduce these new relics in our parish a great joy could be perceived among our parishioners; it really was a very special moment” — Fr Carlos Walker it was not merely a devotion that was being fostered,” Fr Carlos said “I had a sense that people felt affirmed in their faith and practice who intercede for us and lead us by example I can see people praying in front of the relics.”  All four relics before being deposited in the St Francis Chapel Healing through intersessional prayer and devotion  Rouse Hill mother of three Angela Rosero with her daughter Photo: Isabell Petrinic/Diocese of Parramatta Ian Hudson had travelled 60-kilometres from Kogarah in southern Sydney to pray in the presence of heaven’s intercessors “It’s lovely to be so close to the remains of the saints,” Ian said Colombian-born parishioner Angela Rosero felt an affinity with God and St Therese who believed in finding greatness in the small the veneration of the saints was an especially grace-filled experience had prayed with deep faith to St Padre Pio di Pietrelcina and St Anthony of Padua for their beloved wife and mother to be healed from cancer; never losing hope and they removed her oesophagus,” Alex’s eldest daughter “On St Therese of Lisieux’s feast day (October 1) we found out she’s cancer-free,” Clara continued “We’re so grateful for everything the saints have done for her “It’s a blessing for the parish to have these relics but particularly for us because we prayed to three of the saints for their intercession for my wife … all the cancer is now gone.” — Alex Fernandez The Fernandez prayed before the relics of the saints including the great holy miracle worker St Thérèse of Lisieux (The Little Flower of Jesus) View the full gallery of images on Flickr or below Visit Our Lady of the Angels to learn 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various design changes to the approval landscape works and retail works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnown as Stage Two the development is part of the Rouse Hill Regional Centre’s Northern Precinct.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction costs for the overall development are estimated about $216 million according to the property development monitor BCI Central.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"6beUpq9qUjTOsW4IHb3A7s\"\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e\u003cimg src=\"//images.ctfassets.net/8pr762qjocl3/6rgcgLQ6V8NxVzxjbJMw84/335d88c277652a0cd21b9595273e808b/GPT_Mid_2.jpg\" alt=\"A render of the amendments GPT is looking for changes to parking layouts landscape and retail works.\" data-mce-src=\"//images.ctfassets.net/8pr762qjocl3/6rgcgLQ6V8NxVzxjbJMw84/335d88c277652a0cd21b9595273e808b/GPT_Mid_2.jpg\"\u003e\u003c/picture\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"opacity: 0.8;\" data-mce-style=\"opacity: 0.8;\"\u003e▲ GPT is looking for amendments to parking layouts Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook Residential PrecinctLandlord and fund manager GPT Group wants to make further modifications to expansion plans it has for the Rouse Hill Town Centre in Sydney’s north-west GPT won development approval from the Sydney Central City Planning Panel (SCCPP) in November to expand the Rouse Hill Town Centre as well as construct four apartment buildings That approval allowed an additional 10,621sq m of retail floor space for four additional mini-major tenancies although there is approval for three storeys at the corner of Civic Way and Rouse Hill Drive The planning panel also agreed to 218 apartments—of one plus two levels of basement parking for 267 vehicles the development is part of the Rouse Hill Regional Centre’s Northern Precinct Construction costs for the overall development are estimated about $216 million The 120ha Rouse Hill site—about 40km north-west of Sydney’s CBD—was originally acquired by the NSW government in the 1980s after it identified a need to build a shopping complex in the fast-growing north-western region of Sydney The Rouse Hill Town Centre masterplan was approved in 2004 and since then has been developed into one of Australia’s biggest greenfield shopping centre developments The town centre’s first stage was opened in March 2008 and is a $470-million masterplanned urban development project serving as the regional centre for the area Rouse Hill has a population of just under 8000 but high demand and low supply is boosting growth By some estimates the population could surge to 500,000 within the next 25 years A spokesperson for the Hills Shire Council said GPT’s requested amendments were under assessment and were expected to be determined around the end of this year Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) Head of Department Physiotherapy Katherine Maka and team have conducted landmark research into models of care to contribute to the development of Rouse Hill Hospital.   The team’s research focused on illuminating the intricate needs of the Rouse Hill community and paving the way for the development of the cutting-edge hospital through collaborative discussion involving Rouse Hill community members and healthcare professionals Emphasis was placed on understanding the unique needs We wanted to really understand a good canvas of the Rouse Hill community for example was there an interest in digital health Partnering with Macquarie University and the Australian Institute of Health Innovation the research focused on existing models of care This included a meticulous analysis of both grey and academic literature encompassing thousands of articles and studies to understand the latest in innovative models of care Innovative evidence-based models of care were identified However it was not limited to academic pursuits with the team embarking oncommunity consultation initiatives Focus group sessions were conducted with over 51 consumers and 35 providers spanning various demographics and healthcare disciplines These sessions provided invaluable insights into the community’s preferences common comorbidities and expectations from healthcare services The engagement with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community held particular significance Katherine highlighted the importance of genuine dialogue and inclusivity in the process we heard their needs and perspectives on what would make a welcoming and inviting hospital experience for their community.  This holistic approach emphasised tailoring healthcare services to meet the specific requirements of the community including the importance of culturally appropriate care for Aboriginal communities The result of these efforts includes a series of publications shedding light on various aspects of healthcare delivery and community needs “We hope that the findings will inform how Rouse Hill is built both from a consumer and clinician perspective.” The Rouse Hill Hospital is part of the Western Sydney Local Health District which is responsible for managing public healthcare across 120 suburbs Rouse Hill Hospital will become part of a leading network of health services which provide comprehensive integrated care and community-based services Are these Australia’s most stubborn neighbours A stubborn yet savvy Aussie family that repeatedly said no to selling their much-loved family home to developers for mega bucks is having the last laugh A year ago the Zammit family from Quakers Hill in Sydney’s north west caught world wide attention when they declined to sell their 20,000 sqm parcel of land to developers who had purchased all the land around them The family had received offers of up to $50m to sell their home to complete the new development named The Ponds You can always hold out for a better price Instead the development went ahead all around them while their property remained intact However that hasn’t deterred some developers who continue to reach out to the family with offers reportedly to now be close to $60m meaning the family have possibly earned another $10m or 20 per cent over the past year According to PropTrack, home prices in Quakers Hill have risen 8,5 per cent over the past 12 months which would have earned the Zammits at least another $4.25m The family had actually considered selling as far back as 2015 when they would have received a fraction of that potential $60m the median home price in Quakers Hill hovered at around $700,000 A rise of more than two-thirds or 67 per cent MORE: Insane amount of cash Kyle Sandilands dropped in LA It’s good to have a bit of space between you and neighbours And that is without their seemingly already faultless whip hand Last year, one of the property’s owners, Diane Zammit, 50, told news.com.au said the neighbourhood used to be “farmland dotted with little red brick homes and cottages” where space was aplenty “Every home was unique and there was so much space – but not any more The property boasts a lush green lawn in stark contrast to all the sites around it and also a huge 200 metre driveway But just metres away are rows and rows of carbon copy grey houses crammed into tight blocks as part of a major development MORE: Secret war to transform Sydney’s favourite pubs I’m off to the neighbours to get some sugar The high-density neighbouring homes are built right up to the fence of the property and neighbours reportedly don’t want the owners to sell as they like living in a cul-de-sac It’s estimated 50 houses could fit on the block of land if they followed the same style as other developer homes in the area A local real estate agent previously praised the Zammit family for staying put despite the big payouts they have likely been offered “The fact that most people sold out years and years ago All credit to them,” Ray White Quakers Hill agent Taylor Bredin told 7News MORE: Abandoned TikTok mansion in $8m deal “Depending on how far you push the development plan you’d be able to push anywhere from 40 to 50 properties on something like this a 300 square metre block would get a million dollars.” When Rouse Hill hospital opens later this decade With the population to swell by hundreds of thousands in the next decade By Angus Thomson Rouse Hill was first promised a hospital in 2015 Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time It’s 9am on a Thursday and Windsor Road has slowed to a crawl Semi-trailers carry building materials to feed booming housing estates SUVs head to the shopping centre after the school run and tradies dip into the drive-through after a trip to Bunnings Thinking about this traffic makes Lexie Kanaley nervous she will have to run the Windsor Road gauntlet to Westmead Hospital where she is due to give birth to her second child but the family lived in Castle Hill at the time and the commute was only 15 minutes Now rising house prices and a desire for more space have forced the family out to Box Hill The drive to Westmead can take more than an hour A quick labour this time would be a nightmare but do I risk waiting and then having a baby on the side of the road Because I really don’t want that,” Kanaley says Lexie Kanaley with her son Kyson at home in Box Hill This is the problem facing hundreds of young families moving to Sydney’s growing north-west where houses pop up almost overnight but not the schools hospitals and critical infrastructure to support them The state government is building a hospital at Rouse Hill but almost a decade after it was first promised the maternity unit will not have birthing suites The $700 million Rouse Hill Hospital will offer expectant mothers outpatient antenatal and postnatal care but they will still have to travel to Westmead or Blacktown to give birth “All of my neighbours are still having kids and they’re not going to be able to give birth at the new hospital Every one of Kanaley’s direct neighbours is a young family who are likely to need maternity services in the next decade. The state’s planning department expects an additional 200,000 people to live in the Hills Shire and Blacktown local government areas by 2041, and the hospital site borders the high-density housing zones around the Bella Vista and Kellyville Metro stations where the Minns government has slated 4600 new homes to be built Close to the Metro network and with lower house prices than other parts of Sydney, the area is key to Sydney avoiding becoming what Productivity NSW commissioner Peter Achterstraat described as “a city with no grandchildren” But locals have had to push to get the services they feel they will need from a future hospital Mayor of Hill Shire Michelle Byrne (left) and resident Vicki Giannoulis at the Rouse Hill hospital site which remains a green field almost a decade after it was first promised.Credit: Rhett Wyman “They didn’t even want to give us an emergency [department],” says Vicki Giannoulis a local real estate agent and member of the Box Hill Nelson progression association Giannoulis moved to Rouse Hill 35 years ago when Windsor Road was a quiet country road and the local school had fewer than 100 pupils But she is concerned the government hasn’t considered the changing needs of an area populated mostly with young families “If they’re not going to put a birthing [centre] here what are they going to be put up here instead health bureaucrats acknowledged the community would eventually need a hospital with birthing services but said their modelling showed this likely wouldn’t be required until the back half of the 2030s Health Infrastructure acting chief executive Emma Skulander said Health Minister Ryan Park had been briefed on the scope and workforce requirements of adding birthing services to the new maternity unit ‘Do I risk waiting and then having a baby on the side of the road Liberal MP Damien Tudehope suggested adding birthing services would increase the cost by $200 million but Skulander would not confirm that figure saying the ministerial briefing was confidential Park said the hospital would be built with expansion zones that would “enable capacity for additional services down the track” A spokeswoman for Park said in a statement that NSW Health continuously assessed the demand for services and how best to meet the community’s needs “We are purposely building this new hospital with expansion zones to enable capacity for additional services down the track future-proofing this vital piece of infrastructure for many years as the community needs increase,” the statement read Opposition health spokeswoman Kellie Sloane said Sydney’s north-west was experiencing “a serious case of Labor pain” with the government failing to plan for the population boom “You can’t change planning laws to add more population to Sydney’s biggest growth corridor without providing somewhere for all those babies to be born,” Sloane said in a statement pointing to the Liberals’ record health infrastructure upgrade across 180 hospitals when last in power In failing to include a birthing centre in planning for the hospital Hills Shire mayor Michelle Byrne says the government has missed an opportunity to “get the infrastructure in first before the rest of the population arrives” “The government is essentially forcing expectant women up these clogged roads to access Blacktown and Westmead we’re going to see a lot of births on the side of the road.” With the closest public hospitals unreachable for many families some have shelled out for private health cover to give birth at Norwest Private Hospital gave birth to her first daughter Rochelle at Westmead public hospital but after having her second daughter Valentina at Westmead Private Walker wanted to be closer to home when pregnant with youngest daughter Charlize Michelle Walker at home in Baulkham Hills with daughters Valentina said many families moving to the area would not be able to afford private health cover and deserved the same access to quality public healthcare that is on offer in the east where we had Prince of Wales and St Vincent’s Norwest private is our only local hospital,” she says “People deserve to have services that they pay taxes for.” Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter It\\u2019s 9am on a Thursday and Windsor Road has slowed to a crawl When Kanaley\\u2019s first son Kyson was born Because I really don\\u2019t want that,\\u201D Kanaley says This is the problem facing hundreds of young families moving to Sydney\\u2019s growing north-west \\u201CThat\\u2019s wild to me,\\u201D says Kanaley \\u201CAll of my neighbours are still having kids and they\\u2019re not going to be able to give birth at the new hospital Every one of Kanaley\\u2019s direct neighbours is a young family who are likely to need maternity services in the next decade The state\\u2019s planning department expects an additional 200,000 people to live in the Hills Shire and Blacktown local government areas by 2041 and the hospital site borders the high-density housing zones around the Bella Vista and Kellyville Metro stations where the Minns government has Close to the Metro network and with lower house prices than other parts of Sydney the area is key to Sydney avoiding becoming what Productivity NSW commissioner Peter Achterstraat described as \\u201C\\u201D \\u201CThey didn\\u2019t even want to give us an emergency [department],\\u201D says Vicki Giannoulis But she is concerned the government hasn\\u2019t considered the changing needs of an area populated mostly with young families \\u201CIf they\\u2019re not going to put a birthing [centre] here but said their modelling showed this likely wouldn\\u2019t be required until the back half of the 2030s Park said the hospital would be built with expansion zones that would \\u201Cenable capacity for additional services down the track\\u201D A spokeswoman for Park said in a statement that NSW Health continuously assessed the demand for services and how best to meet the community\\u2019s needs \\u201CWe are purposely building this new hospital with expansion zones to enable capacity for additional services down the track future-proofing this vital piece of infrastructure for many years as the community needs increase,\\u201D the statement read Opposition health spokeswoman Kellie Sloane said Sydney\\u2019s north-west was experiencing \\u201Ca serious case of Labor pain\\u201D with the government failing to plan for the population boom \\u201CYou can\\u2019t change planning laws to add more population to Sydney\\u2019s biggest growth corridor without providing somewhere for all those babies to be born,\\u201D Sloane said in a statement pointing to the Liberals\\u2019 record health infrastructure upgrade across 180 hospitals when last in power Hills Shire mayor Michelle Byrne says the government has missed an opportunity to \\u201Cget the infrastructure in first before the rest of the population arrives\\u201D \\u201CThe government is essentially forcing expectant women up these clogged roads to access Blacktown and Westmead It\\u2019s just madness,\\u201D Byrne says we\\u2019re going to see a lot of births on the side of the road.\\u201D where we had Prince of Wales and St Vincent\\u2019s Norwest private is our only local hospital,\\u201D she says \\u201CPeople deserve to have services that they pay taxes for.\\u201D Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories \\u2018Do I risk waiting and then having a baby on the side of the road Because I really don\\u2019t want that.\\u2019 Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) has released a first look at the $700 million Rouse Hill Hospital the first major adult hospital built in Western Sydney in over 40 years The NSW Government is getting on with the job of delivering the 300 bed hospital set to deliver much-needed contemporary healthcare facilities for the growing North West community Thousands of families are moving into the North-West growth area with the Blacktown Local Government Area (LGA) population expected to grow to almost 500,000 by 2041 The new hospital will bring healthcare closer to communities around Rouse Hill Rouse Hill Hospital is expected to include:    Artist’s impressions of the new Rouse Hill Hospital show wards with views to the mountains and a multi-storey car park all in close proximity to public transport.  The new hospital will be one of the first sites to adopt the NSW Labor Government’s full campus model which incorporates health worker accommodation and childcare services Planning and design is underway with community feedback being considered ahead of further consultation with health professionals and the community planned for this year Construction of the hospital will support an estimated 1200 direct jobs and thousands of indirect jobs throughout the life of the project The new Rouse Hill Hospital is part of the NSW Government’s $3 billion investment for new and upgraded hospitals and health services across greater western Sydney one of the largest investments in the region’s health infrastructure in recent years Reputable builder Decode has commenced construction on Atrium the first stage of Ellipe Property's $750 million Castle Hill masterplan  Occupying 17 amalgamated sites along Carrington Road, Ashford Avenue and Partridge Avenue in Sydney’s north-west, Carrington Place is the largest residential masterplan in Castle Hill. It will deliver more than 800 new homes across five stages, helping to address Sydney’s critical housing shortage A recent groundbreaking event was attended by more than 100 partners and stakeholders, including the Mayor of the Hills Shire, Federal Member for Mitchell, and the Acting NSW Building Commissioner. The groundbreaking was celebrated with a traditional turning of soil as well as a smoking ceremony led by a local Deerubbin Elder, paying respect to the traditional custodians of the land in Castle Hill Carrington Place is Ellipse Property’s largest project to date, featuring architecture by the award-winning Tony Owen Partners and Stanisic Architects with interiors by renowned design firm Studio SC "With an ongoing shortage of high-quality, transport-oriented housing in greater Sydney, we’re proud to be delivering hundreds of quality new homes – with significant amenities and proximity to retail as well as the state-of-the-art Sydney Metro system," El Rihani said community-focused living in Castle Hill." Alex Hawke said north west Sydney is becoming a hotspot for jobs and growth thanks to our world-class Metro infrastructure "The community has been ready for this change for some time now and we thank developers like Ellipse Property for bringing that vision to Carrington Place,” said Hawke The masterplan will be constructed across five stages and feature abundant community space with over 20,000 sqm of outdoor recreational area including a one-kilometre boardwalk connecting the precinct to the nearby Fred Caterson Reserve The project is seamlessly integrated with the surrounding bushland with a site boundary that stretches right to the edge of Cattai Creek over 75 per cent of apartments will feature studies or multi-purpose rooms and abundant storage with various layouts also offering walk-in pantries Paying homage to its verdant setting Atrium’s design features a curvilinear exterior echoing the form of Cattai Creek with lush landscaping surrounding the building on three sides it will also feature an expansive atrium at the ground floor entrance The development will offer elevated indoor-outdoor living and rooftop terraces boasting sweeping views of the creek and the wider Hills region Atrium will be delivered by Decode an award-winning Tier 2 residential builder and one of the first to achieve a prestigious Gold iCIRT rating said housing is a massive investment for any consumer and it is absolutely vital that they can trust the developer and builder they are dealing with "We need iCIRT-rated developers and builders like Ellipse Property and Decode to be the backbone of our industry and the type of quality players that are filling the void of the housing supply crisis." Apartments at Atrium have been sold predominantly to downsizers and first-home buyers who are attracted to Castle Hill’s natural beauty vibrant community and abundant retail and dining options the Mayor of the Hills Shire Dr Michelle Byrne said that Carrington Place addressed the needs of the Hills’ changing demographics “There are people that have lived in the Hills for 30,40 they’re not leaving the Hills - they’re downsizing and choosing apartments," Byrne said "There are also more and more people from outside the Hills who want to be part of our community I’m looking forward to welcoming these people and projects like Carrington Place - that build not just apartment blocks Atrium is set for completion in early 2026 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 Construction at Poly's Aurora Terraces site in Rouse Hill has been stymied by the 2023 collapse of its builder Green Street’s global news publications are not provided as an investment advisor nor in the capacity of a fiduciary  Our global organization maintains information barriers to ensure the independence of and distinction between our non-regulated and regulated businesses is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 482269) and a private limited company incorporated in England and Wales with company number 06471304 Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy Sydney without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Sydney but from what we know so far – it sounds like it’s going to be worth it The first stage of Sydney Metro (Sydney Metro Northwest) opened back in May 2019 – a high speed stretch of train line running from Chatswood to Rouse Hill’s Tallawong Station The most recent stretch to open was the Sydney Metro City line between Chatswood and Sydenham, which opened on Monday, August 19 The metro journey times are as follows: You can view the full Sydney Metro map over here.You can learn more and plan your journey here Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! twitterinstagrampinterestAbout us Contact us Rouse Hill by Deicorp - Best Value Apartments in Sydney's North West and Right on the Railway 2 & 3-bedroom homes in a variety of offerings many including studies and all with parking Beautifully crafted interiors featuring luxurious finishes Functional and beautifully designed kitchens and fittings with a choice of a designer finish colour scheme Stunning facilities include podium communal open spaces Located right opposite of the new Tallawong Metro Station with trains every 4 mins Only a train ride away to the bustling hubs of Rouse Hill 35 mins railway ride to the new Western Sydney Airport Designed by multi-award-winning architects and delivered by Deicorp. Deicorp is proudly iCIRT a brand new development by Deicorp offering luxurious and affordable 1 With beautifully crafted interiors featuring luxurious finishes Tallawong Village is the perfect place to call home Located right across from the Tallawong Metro Station residents will enjoy convenient access to trains every 4 minutes making it easy to explore the bustling hubs of Rouse Hill or take a 35-minute train ride to the new Western Sydney Airport Designed by multi-award-winning architects Turner Tallawong Village features stunning communal spaces including podium open spaces don't miss your chance to live in this vibrant and rapidly growing community you agree to Deicorp’s privacy policy: https://www.deicorp.com.au/Privacy-policy/ View the privacy policy NSW at the sought-after address of 2-12 & 1-15 Conferta Avenue Tallawong Village provides residents with an ideal location in Sydney's North West The apartments are conveniently located right across from the Tallawong Metro Station ensuring easy access to trains every four minutes This means that exploring nearby bustling hubs like Rouse Hill Chatswood or Castle Hill is just a train ride away for those looking to travel further afield or catch a flight from the new Western Sydney Airport it's only a short 35-minute railway journey Tallawong Village has been designed by multi-award-winning architects Turner who have created stunning communal spaces including podium open areas where residents can relax and enjoy their surroundings BBQ areas provide opportunities for outdoor entertaining while there is also a publicly accessible park nearby for leisurely strolls or picnics If you're seeking an apartment that combines luxury with affordability in one of Sydney's rapidly growing communities then look no further than Tallawong Village Construction is already underway so don't miss out on this opportunity to secure your dream home at this highly desirable address in Rouse Hill Enquire now at our sales office located at 2 Conferta Avenue Hundreds of Hills Shire residents came together on Saturday to celebrate the opening of Stringer Road Reserve in North Kellyville The new sporting reserve boasts an impressive array of facilities including four multi-purpose natural turf sports fields which can be reconfigured into two ovals 1.25km of shared pathways and a playground There is also an amenities building with accessible toilets Additional highlights include a 250-space car park and an advanced water management system to support sustainable operations marked the occasion by unveiling a commemorative plaque and welcoming sporting clubs to their new home including the newly formed North Kellyville Foxes Football Club and the established Rouse Hill Rams Cricket Club and so is the demand for quality sporting facilities,” Mayor Bryne said “This project underlines Council’s support for our sports-loving community ensuring residents have access to high-quality infrastructure that promotes healthy and active lifestyles.   “It is heartening to see so many people enjoying this wonderful space Whether you’re part of a local sports club or someone looking for a peaceful place to relax Stringer Road Reserve offers something for everyone.” Stringer Road Reserve is Kellyville’s second sports complex following the opening of Samantha Riley Drive Reserve in 2023 Information and Events for Local Councils throughout Australia Contact us: newsdesk@insidelocalgovernment.com.au A welcoming workplace is core to our vision - a world where infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone Our technical experts and visionaries harness the power of technology to deliver transformative outcomes enhance and restore the world’s natural and social systems We partner with our clients to deliver a better world Healthcare National Governments Transportation Architecture & Design Construction Management Engineering Environmental Services Program Management One World Trade Center Port of Los Angeles Waterfront Mercedes Benz Stadium Golden 1 Center Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi Discover how the power of infrastructure projects can deliver positive change Our blog discusses some of the biggest challenges of today and tomorrow Healthcare planning and emergency response: the case of choosing modular solutions Taking infrastructure discusses the industry's hot topics key projects and groundbreaking innovation Environment, People Spotlight, Sustainability, Wastewater Treatment, Water, Water Recycling Our People Spotlight series gives you an inside look at our technical experts around the world we are highlighting an industry director from our Water business in Australia and providing an insight into their inspiration and work Sean Gilchrist is an accomplished professional who has served as industry director in Australia since October 2023 Sean has demonstrated expertise in a wide range of skills including water management Sean is instrumental in leading industry initiatives and driving strategic projects His extensive experience encompasses water treatment feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments Sean’s commitment to excellence and leadership in managing complex projects have significantly contributed to AECOM’s success and the sustainable development of communities I studied civil engineering at the University of Technology Sydney I also spent a year as an exchange student at INSA Lyon – Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon in France My journey into the water sector began in my university days when I found myself excelling in hydraulics and public health engineering Thanks to a recommendation from my university professor I secured my first job in the field after graduation That recommendation set the stage for what has been an incredibly fulfilling and globe-trotting career I’ve had the privilege of working primarily in Australia managing significant water and environmental projects I’ve done stints in California and Colorado working in water and wastewater consulting services and I’ve delivered industrial water and environmental services throughout Southeast Asia my early international exposure as an exchange student in Europe further ignited my passion for a global career It’s the kind of career that can take you anywhere in the world What is your favorite AECOM project that you’ve worked on and why First is the Rouse Hill Water Recycling Plant project in Sydney which involves working with a constructor on new inlet works at the existing plant to enhance the initial stage of separating contaminants from incoming wastewater and provide increased capacity for more recycling we are committed to delivering sustainable legacies for communities that we serve and given Australia’s limited water resources more recycling plants like Rouse Hill are crucial.   We also need to diversify our drinking water sources and become less dependent on rainfall which we can achieve through desalination and purified recycled water programs my second favourite project at the moment is the expansion of the Sydney Desalination Plant where I am leading the AECOM team to help the owner double the plant capacity and make Sydney more resilient in times of drought as well as to supply drinking water to the increasing number of people who want to call Sydney their home I led the Western Sydney Master Plan where we adopted new adaptive planning and integrated water management approaches to plan new water infrastructure and programs This project’s goal was to help cool Western Sydney with recycled wastewater and stormwater flows and to create green spaces and tree canopies as well as more active and passive recreational water spaces — improving the region’s liveability emphasizing wastewater and biosolids recycling to ensure a sustainable future Tell us a story of how your work positively impacted the community One of the most exciting aspects of the water sector is its diversity of projects you’ll find there’s plenty on offer From stormwater to wastewater and drinking water it’s a vast field with so much to explore and contribute to we’re also designing an improved treatment process that will better treat the wastewater flows the plant receives in wet weather which in turn supports better public health and environment outcomes The variety of projects and exposure to different types of work ultimately drew me to AECOM I love working with our global subject matter experts and bringing their expertise to our clients locally in Australia and New Zealand It’s something that really excites me and keeps me engaged Every project we undertake has a tangible impact on communities and the environment from ensuring safe drinking water to managing stormwater and wastewater systems that protect public health and natural ecosystems If there’s one piece of advice I’d give to young engineers it’s to focus on the circular economy and sustainability These are crucial topics that are often easier to talk about than to implement in practice We’re always looking for people who are passionate about sustainability and ready to make it happen Engineers play a crucial role in turning sustainability from a buzzword into reality Author: Sean Gilchrist Development giant ALAND has stepped in to complete the construction of the final three buildings in Toplace's besieged Castle Hill apartment development Two buildings in the five-building development at 51-53 Old Castle Road have been completed. The third is around 80 per cent complete, while buildings four and five are yet to come out of the ground, but the basement levels have been dug. ALAND will be rectifying any potential defects in the existing shared basement ALAND has been appointed following a comprehensive process by receivers KordaMentha to determine the pathway for the completion of the development ALAND will now work closely with the Building Commission NSW to complete the construction of the Castle Hill complex ALAND Founder and Owner Andrew Hrsto says ALAND has a strong record of turning around challenging projects and transforming them into award-winning residential complexes in sought-after suburbs “ALAND maintains an end-to-end capability that uniquely positions us to take on these types of projects,” he said “Both KordaMentha and the Building Commission NSW clearly recognise our strong reputation the quality of our product and our expertise and we are excited to drive this entire complex to completion.” The complete development will provide a total of 964 apartments housing 2500 people, making a significant impact on the Sydney housing crisis Upon completion, buildings C, D and E at Castle Hill will be offered as build-to-rent homes and will dramatically increase rental property availability in North West Sydney with 532 apartments providing much-needed rental housing for 1500 residents completing 100 per cent of projects for more than 20 years The company has recently been awarded an iCIRT Gold rating following a rigorous and independent review process to determine its capability Castle Hill has been in the news several times this week, with Kassis Homes, the developer behind Grand Reve which is across the road from Skyview, securing a site next door and filing for a four-tower masterplan Council intends to name the following roads at Rouse Hill: Brilliant St Any submissions in regard to this matter must be received by Council by 7 March 2022 The public notification period will run from Monday 7 February 2022 to Monday 7 March 2022 (28 days) Anyone wishing to make a comment on this is invited to write a submission to our Chief Executive Officer Submission can also be forwarded to us via email council@blacktown.nsw.gov.au A submission by way of objection must set out the grounds of the objection Any information included in submissions may be made available to third parties in accordance with relevant legislation We acknowledge the Dharug people as the original custodians of the land on which Blacktown City is built We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge the Aboriginal people for their custodianship of this land We will work together for a united City that respects this land and values the contribution to our community and culture of all people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.  Box Hill in Sydney's northwest is ready for one of its most design-conscious projects to date with Killarney Ponds the new apartment development by locals Kellarney Developments Killarney Ponds, located just outside the emerging Box Hill Town Centre has been designed to meet the needs of both families and working professionals seeking larger apartments and lifestyle-focused amenities two points of difference when compared to other developments around the Box Hill area Killarney Ponds comprises a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments that emphasise indoor-outdoor living apartments have soaring ceilings just under three-metres creating a sense of space and when meeting the sliding glass doors that open to a balcony or a courtyard allow for maximum natural light to flood the interiors The three-bedroom apartments start from a generous 115 sqm of internal living space some with two bedrooms and some with three including a three-bedroom penthouse that has its own private rooftop terrace and is priced under $1 million Resident amenity has been a big focus in Killarney Ponds It starts from the entry to the development There are three hotel-style lobbies which were designed to create an immediate impression on residents and their guests Facilities include a multi-purpose function room expected to be used for community events as well as booked for private occasions like birthday parties a work-from-home centre with integrated desks and meeting rooms as well as several outdoor spaces with alfresco and picnic areas The first stage of the project has already sold out demonstrating strong demand in the Box Hill market a market that is growing at a significant rate driven by the improvements being made in the region Killarney Ponds is strategically positioned to benefit from the growth in infrastructure The area is part of the NSW Government’s North West Priority Growth Area which is anticipated to bring significant infrastructure improvements and job opportunities It's a short walk from the future Box Hill Town Centre and recreational spaces set around a central lake offers everyday essentials with over 30 specialty stores including Coles and Aldi Families benefit from being close to a variety of schools, while healthcare needs will be well-served by the new $700 million Rouse Hill Hospital, set to complete in 2027. Rouse Hill Station is within three kilometres, providing easy access to the Sydney Metro Reputable construction company Sitecorp is handling the build of Killarney Ponds They are anticipating an early 2025 completion The $300 million Rouse Hill Hospital is a step closer with the first sod turned and early works set to commence in coming weeks local Members of Parliament and representatives from Western Sydney Local Health District and Health Infrastructure today joined in the significant event in bringing world-class health care to Sydney’s north-west communities The milestone was celebrated with a smoking ceremony by Uncle Colin Locke to cleanse the area and ward off any “bad” spirits and purify the area both physically and spiritually “Growing communities from Rouse Hill to North Kellyville Castle Hill and Marsden Park will benefit immensely from having this world-class purpose-built hospital right on their doorstep,” Mr Hazzard said The community were thanked for its valuable input into the planning and design of the state-of-the-art hospital Further consultation with the community and health staff will continue to ensure this new $300 million Rouse Hill Hospital delivers first-class services that best serve the community Ford Civil has been engaged to deliver the enabling works for the hospital development with main works construction to start following the completion of designs and planning approvals Mr Williams said it’s an exciting time as early works to establish the site get underway on the site located at the corner of Commercial Road and Windsor Road “The community can expect to see activity on site in the coming weeks including in-ground works with the installation of water electricity and gas services,” Mr Williams said The new Rouse Hill Hospital will complement the expanded health services at Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals and Westmead Hospital ensuring comprehensive high-quality health care throughout the north-west.” The master plan for the hospital was released late last year providing a first look at the building’s location and convenient access to public transport as well as the potential for future expansion The NSW Government is investing a record $11.9 billion in health infrastructure over the four years to 2025-26 the NSW Government has spent more than $18 billion delivering more than 180 health capital projects across NSW with more than 130 projects currently underway The NSW Government is getting on with the job of providing Rouse Hill with a hospital for the future the Rouse Hill Hospital will respond to the health needs of the communities in north west Sydney for decades to come.  Health Minister Ryan Park visited the Rouse Hill Hospital site on Tuesday confirming the government’s funding commitment of an additional $400 million to deliver an expanded scope for the development bringing the total budget for the hospital to $700 million.  “Our government is committed to delivering a hospital of the future at Rouse Hill that will lead the way in patient-centred care “Rouse Hill Hospital will be one of the first hospitals under our government to combine the best contemporary healthcare facilities with services that support our highly skilled workforce including childcare and health worker accommodation.” Community members who are interested in taking part in consultation around the Rouse Hill Hospital development are invited to register their interest by completing an online form here: https://forms.office.com/r/TNhF9j8Qp8 Member for Riverstone Warren Kirby said now is a great time for further community involvement.  “The success of the new Rouse Hill Hospital relies on the active involvement and valuable insights of our community ensuring its design and function is welcoming accessible and supports the wellbeing of patients A dedicated project website has also been launched to keep the community informed of progress The www.rousehillhospital.health.nsw.gov.au website will feature the latest news and updates and an opportunity to sign up to a regular newsletter said Western Sydney is one of NSW’s fastest growing regions and the new Rouse Hill Hospital is a vital piece of health infrastructure to meet the community’s needs “A key area of focus for the Minns Labor Government is in ensuring that as the communities of greater Western Sydney grow the necessary infrastructure and services grow with them,” Mr Primrose said Mr Park said a key component of the Rouse Hill Hospital development will be attracting a skilled multidisciplinary health workforce.  “As a first step in building this workforce I am excited to announce the appointment of Julia Underwood as General Manager of the new Hospital,” Mr Park said “With more than 26 years’ experience working for NSW Health Julia’s most recent role was Director of Redevelopment at Campbelltown Hospital Julia has the unique skills required to support the delivery of this state-of-the-art hospital Julia’s focus will be on establishing the executive team at Rouse Hill Hospital as well as operational The final scope for the Rouse Hill Hospital Development will be determined through the planning process It will adopt a full hospital campus model and is expected to include: The design and consultation phase for the Rouse Hill Hospital will continue throughout 2023 Main works construction is on track to start in 2024 Submit your ideas here: https://forms.office.com/r/TNhF9j8Qp8 Sydney Metro’s landmark new railway bridge over Windsor Road at Rouse Hill has been awarded global project of the year by a prestigious international engineering organisation. The US-based Engineering News-Record described the bridge as elegant, innovative and sustainable. The 270m curved cable-stayed railway bridge, similar in design to Sydney’s Anzac Bridge, is the first of its kind built in Australia. The project was named ENR’s Project of the Year as well as winning the Global Best Project award for the railway sector. It was one of 23 projects from 14 countries to be selected by a jury of global engineering experts. The judges said about the bridge and the 4km elevated skytrain viaduct leading to it: “An elegant and sustainable rail project utilizing innovative construction techniques was selected by the panel of judges and ENR editors as the Project of the Year.” Train testing started on the bridge earlier this year. Biggest canopy lift high above the north west Hello Tallawong - Community tours Australia's first metro station Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country. 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shortages by including worker accommodation and childcare The 2.2ha site at the corner of Commercial and Windsor roads A masterplan and concept application were lodged in 2022 with a maximum height of 32m proposed for the project It included a full hospital campus model with emergency department The design and consultation phase for the Rouse Hill Hospital was expected to continue through 2023 ahead of main works construction beginning in 2024 Health Minister Ryan Park said the project would be delivered in a single stage to respond to the health needs of the communities in north-west Sydney including childcare and health worker accommodation,”  Park said He said a key component of the Rouse Hill Hospital development was attracting a skilled multi-disciplinary health workforce Julia Underwood has been announced as general manager of the hospital and will focus on establishing the executive team at Rouse Hill Hospital as well as operational Creating accomodation specifically for healthcare workers to boost asset values was a key concern identified by investment firms On Sydney’s North Shore, developer Thirdi and joint-venture partner Phoenix Property Investors were plannning to help address this shortage with an over-station-development at Crows Nest. initial-scale=1\"}],[\"$\",\"meta\",\"1\",{\"charSet\":\"utf-8\"}],[\"$\",\"title\",\"2\",{\"children\":\"Lendlease a “transit-orientated neighbourhood of the future”.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Northern Residential Precinct (NRP) is the last residential precinct to be developed of six at the Rouse Hill Regional Centre 43km north-west of the Sydney CBD.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease GPT (Rouse Hill) Pty Ltd submitted the application to The Hills Shire Council It was referred to Sydney Central City Planning Panel this week and is now under assessment.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2.39ha site on Commercial Road is 600m from Rouse Hill’s Metro station and is being designed by Urbis.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is east of Caddies Boulevard and fronts Caddies Creek Reserve It is currently surrounded by low-density residential houses and newly rezoned land the Northern Residential Precinct represents the only remaining and best placed opportunity outside the Business zones to deliver genuine transit-oriented development outcomes where higher density living can benefit from close access to existing shops open space areas and superior public transport,” the planners said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NRP and surrounding lands were being studied for transit-oriented development as the urban context had intensified they said.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c!--\u003cp\u003e\u0026ldquo;There is no doubt that the NRP and adjoining lands have become the focus of attention to examine opportunities to increase densities to achieve transit-oriented development as the context in which the site is located has become more urbanised.\u0026rdquo;\u003c/p\u003e--\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NRP land forms part of a Project Delivery Agreement between Lendlease Industry and Environment (Office of Strategic Lands).\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hills Shire suburb has attracted major developments including a $60m industrial development and a \u003ca href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/gpt-group-rouse-hill-town-centre-stage-two-development-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/gpt-group-rouse-hill-town-centre-stage-two-development-application\"\u003etown centre expansion\u003c/a\u003e also by GPT GPT Team Up for Final Rouse Hill PrecinctLendlease and GPT have teamed up on a precinct masterplan for Rouse Hill a “transit-orientated neighbourhood of the future” The Northern Residential Precinct (NRP) is the last residential precinct to be developed of six at the Rouse Hill Regional Centre Lendlease GPT (Rouse Hill) Pty Ltd submitted the application to The Hills Shire Council It was referred to Sydney Central City Planning Panel this week and is now under assessment The 2.39ha site on Commercial Road is 600m from Rouse Hill’s Metro station It is east of Caddies Boulevard and fronts Caddies Creek Reserve which will allow buildings up to 12 storeys The eight buildings of the NRP will be from three and six storeys with about 400 apartments—25 per cent will be one bedroom and 15 per cent  three bedroom with the majority (60 per cent) two bedroom The estimated cost of development has been put at more than $189 million This is the second development application associated with the Northern Residential Precinct after the first The latest plan has evolved to encompass the start of Sydney Metro operations at the new Rouse Hill station and other infrastructure developments in the area “Unlike the other residential precincts so far developed at Rouse Hill open space areas and superior public transport,” the planners said The NRP and surrounding lands were being studied for transit-oriented development as the urban context had intensified The NRP land forms part of a Project Delivery Agreement between Lendlease Industry and Environment (Office of Strategic Lands) Disgraced developer Jean Nassif’s Castle Hill site has been given a new lease of life has purchased one of the key Castle Hill sites of Jean Nassif’s collapsed Toplace apartment development company left behind his trail of defect-riddled and incomplete apartments in the Skyview towers MORE: NRL’s Bulldogs in $50m shopping spree founder of Kassis Classic Homes from Kenthurst has purchased a TopPlace site at Castle Hill next to his Grand Reve project The building site at the corner of Garthowen Crescent and Old Castle Hill Rd has been bought by Kassis for $54.25m It adjoins the Grand Reve twin-tower development project MORE: ‘Most iconic’ Sydney bank has $9m wanted tag By contrast the Grand Reve has been marketed as “the most prestigious development ever offered in the Hills District of Sydney” The first stage of Grand Reve is due for completion in October with the top-floor windows being washed when The Sell viewed the construction site midweek EWanted property developer Jean Nassif spotted in April gambling at a casino in Lebanon one of the 4.5-star rated construction companies in the NSW governments iCIRT ratings system which helps buyers identify building professionals who have a proven track record The off-the-plan offering comes with a 10-year structural defect insurance policy which is among the first of its kind in Sydney with 37 floor plan configurations including studios two and three-bedroom apartments and split-level townhouses Prices range from $595,000 to $4.6m through Adam Sparkes at McGrath Projects MORE: Is this Australia’s craaaaaziest home? MORE: NRL’s Bulldogs in $50m shopping spree MORE: ‘Most iconic’ Sydney bank has $9m wanted tag MORE: Is this Australia’s craaaaaziest home?