North Harbour has been master-planned to offer a complete destination lifestyle – developed in harmony with the area’s natural features that directly support or appreciate the biological, natural, and environmental values of the area.

Historically, the site was significantly degraded because of previous land uses, including 40 years of pine plantation forestry. The project team has approached this scenario as an opportunity to deliver meaningful and observable environmental improvements.

Central to the North Harbour community is restoration of sizeable areas of native vegetation. After more than 15 hectares of revegetation along the Caboolture River, and 81 hectares along Raff Creek North Harbour is now voluntarily taking additional steps to encourage native animal species to return to these revegetated areas.

Coupled with the preservation and ecological improvement of remaining areas of existing mature native vegetation, these works provide a host of environmental benefits including improved bank stability, reduced nutrient loads and improved water quality in the waterways.

North Harbour has delivered substantial improvements to stormwater runoff quality by designing and delivering constructed wetlands at the interface between development and waterway corridors. These wetlands have become a well-utilised resource for a variety of native fauna. With the inclusion of a bird hide and adjoining walking trails, opportunity is made for the community to enjoy and appreciate this green space also.

A variety of environmental initiatives and partnerships with the broader community also demonstrate North Harbour’s commitment to developing an environmentally sustainable community with ongoing environmental benefits.

All these benefits are seen in North Harbour’s large and leafy public spaces, neighbourhoods are walkable, cycleways plentiful, road networks connected, and transport integrated.

For more details, visit www.northharbour.com.au

Utilising exceptional engineering and intelligent design, Avalon integrates two separate buildings into an exclusive collection of luxurious apartments, sub-penthouses and penthouses. The development has been designed to create separation and distinct identities between the two buildings, with all apartments featuring distinctively flawless styling.

Residents also enjoy an array of unparalleled amenity with a commercial-size gymnasium with state-of-the-art equipment and a sauna and steam room with locker and shower facilities. A resort-style pool set in lush tropical gardens with extensive internal and external private garden zones completes the picture of the ultimate in coastal living.

From a sustainability standpoint, Avalon’s main goals were to take advantage of local climatic and environmental conditions; optimise energy efficiency; minimise reliance on non-renewable energy sources; facilitate and promote alternative energy supply through renewable energy sources; and nurture community and healthy living.

For more details, visit https://mosaicproperty.com.au/design/avalon/

Loving Hearts achieved Australia’s first UDIA EnviroDevelopment rating for a childcare centre, demonstrating its industry-leading credentials. It was also a Finalist in the National Banksia Sustainability Awards. The features include: low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) flooring from the sustainable flooring company Interface, to minimise toxic emissions from internal materials. High efficiency air conditioning systems with Economy mode, consume about 40% less energy compared to systems in other centres. A Smart Meter to monitor and optimise the centre’s electricity use. 15kW Solar photovoltaic energy array generating 24,000kWh of renewable energy each year. 54,000 L of rainwater storage.

Children’s timber furniture made from the world’s highest sustainability standard timber which is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified. The furniture is also

• 100% compostable at the end of its life-cycle
• uses less embodied energy compared to steel and plastic alternatives
• uses no toxins or harmful environmental pollutants during its manufacturing.
• Is designed to last for well over 10 years before requiring any maintenance.

Planting of over 500 trees and shrubs on site which are also local native species to increase biodiversity and support native fauna. Most of the plants are also drought tolerant, meaning they won’t need any constant watering after establishment.

100% of wastewater is collected and treated on-site using an advanced septic system, bio-accelerator and geotextile canvas pipe.

96% of construction waste was recycled or reused.

Ecomplish sustainability consultants were engaged before the site was purchased, enabling sustainability to be embedded at every stage.

Loving Hearts currently uses:

• 30% less water relative to a comparative centre.
• 37% less energy compared to the average (0.77) of comparative centres, whilst also providing better all-year-around internal comfort and higher rates of fresh air.

The group has the honour of developing the former Amstel Golf Course into an exciting new, high quality residential community. The Canopy Development includes 52ha of land that is now known as 1000 Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Cranbourne, located approximately 42km south-east of the Melbourne CBD. This land was rezoned to a General Residential Zone in 2015 to facilitate its comprehensive redevelopment following the Club’s decision that the land was no longer required for golf purposes.

Canopy at Amstel enjoys a spectacular landscape setting and presents a rare opportunity to create a residential environment that offers a truly superior lifestyle experience unlike anything else on offer in the City of Casey. The urban design has sought to incorporate the very best of the site’s vegetation and landscape qualities within linear open space opportunities that weave through the residential environment. Neighbourhood cells have then been integrated around the high value landscape areas, responding to the aspirations of second and third home buyers in Casey who desire the best amenities of urban living within an environment that still maintains a ‘country feel.’

For more information on this project please visit: https://www.canopyamstel.com.au/

Soon to be completed, the Savana community in Wyndham Vale, is set to provide a vibrant and sustainable living environment with 664 lots. This connected neighbourhood features a remarkable one-hectare park complete with an amphitheatre, picnic spots, and an exciting playground for children of all ages. Surrounded by the extensive Werribee River nature reserve, residents can enjoy nature at their doorstep.

Wyndham Vale train station is conveniently within walking distance, offering a mere 35-minute commute to Melbourne CBD. Furthermore, Manor Lakes Shopping Centre is just a 5-minute drive away, ensuring all their shopping requirements are met with ease and efficiency.

For more information on this project please visit: https://www.savanaliving.com.au/

Designed to give residents a sense of place, privacy and open space, the community features playgrounds, green reserves, recreation areas, and quiet streets. Together with its peaceful setting, Brentwood Forest is well connected to all the needs of modern life, including shopping, childcare, schools, tertiary institutions, transport, medical centres and entertainment precincts, and is just 30km from the heart of Brisbane.

For more details, visit: https://brentwoodforest.com.au/

Bloomdale features a range of sustainability initiatives, including a recycled water system, over 17ha of wetlands, parks and open space and a recent Display Village which featured homes showcasing the cost and environmental benefits of sustainable choices.

For more information on this development please visit: https://bloomdale.com.au/

The site will feature a range of living options including apartments, townhouses and single residences. On completion, Shoreline will feature a main street linked to a beach plaza, dining and entertainment areas, a primary school and 7.5 hectares of public open space including landscaped parks with boardwalks, a sports playing field and a public square.

Some of the elements that helped achieve the accreditation include:

Ecosystem:

• Comprehensive remediation across the site.
• Planting of local native vegetation.
• Landscaping focused on street tree environment and vegetated public open space.

Waste:

• Proactive waste minimisation and requirement for developers to recycle or reuse a minimum of 60% of all built-form construction waste.

Energy:

• Solar passive design and natural ventilation encouraged by design.
• Encouragement to install solar energy and hot water heating.
• Energy efficient fixtures, appliances and lighting.
• All apartments submetered and required to be built to a 7-star NatHERS rating.

Water:

• Waterwise fixtures and appliances such as toilets, taps, washing machines and dishwashers to reduce water use by at least 20 per cent.
• All apartments submetered to allow residents to monitor individual consumption.
• Waterwise native gardens and landscaping in public open spaces with hydrozoning to maintain efficient irrigation.

Community:

• Design focus on walking, cycling and access to public transport to reduce reliance on private vehicles.
• Diversity of housing and commercial options with medium and high density residential, retail, restaurants, schools and tourism.
• High quality streetscape, public and open spaces and direct walking access to beach.
• Universally accessible spaces and options for living.

Cedar Woods has designed this residential community with the ultimate aim that two-thirds of the land is to be retained and rehabilitated to its full natural beauty. Community-building programs involving local schools, community organisations, and not-for-profit groups are being developed with a view to support the long-term management of the conservation reserve and building strong resident networks.

Healthy and active lifestyle is promoted throughout the development with endless walking and cycling bush trails connecting the two residential areas.

Homes at Bushmead are designed to save energy and water, including installation of 3000L rainwater tanks. Outside of the homes, landscaping packages use native species and other Waterwise plants. All planned 800 residential homes will be built in compliance with Cedar Woods best practice environmental design criteria.