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Victoria's Largest Construction & Design Show. November 25th & 26th, 2026 (MCEC)

22/05/2026

The combination of New York high-rises and Tokyo’s skyline - another major tower is on the way for Southbank.🏙️🚧

Project Aura has officially been unveiled as the next stage of the Melbourne Square precinct. The $800 million development by OSK Property, designed by COX Architecture, will deliver 673 apartments alongside retail, wellness spaces, gardens, and shared community amenities.

What makes Aura stand out is its focus on “vertical wellness”, with communal spaces and lifestyle amenities integrated throughout the tower — influenced by Japanese design principles and modern high-rise living.✨

The project also brings together architecture, interiors, and landscape design through COX Architecture, DKO, and OCULUS, reflecting the shift towards more experience-driven residential developments across Melbourne.

11/05/2026

If you work in civil, commercial, residential, industrial, or infrastructure, Melbourne Build Expo is where the built environment comes together.

On 25-26 November 2026 at MCEC, developers, architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, and subcontractors meet face‑to‑face for two days of meaningful conversations, fresh thinking, and real opportunity - all in one place.

Whatever you build, this is where the industry shows up, connects, and moves forward.

Melbourne Build Expo
25–26 November 2026 | MCEC
Your industry. Your people. Your next move.

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07/05/2026

222 Exhibition Street Melbourne — Where Drama Is Literally Built In

The lighting isn't just decorative — it's engineered. The facade reads completely differently depending on your viewing angle; approach from the north and you get an entirely different experience than standing directly in front of it.

Inside, the end-of-trip facilities include 222 bike racks — a satisfying nod to the address — plus 14 showers and 300 lockers and the building holds Carbon Neutral certification. It was also originally known as TAC House, which is considerably less glamorous than its current after-dark persona as one of Melbourne's more quietly dramatic CBD towers.

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03/05/2026

Two major construction consortia have now been shortlisted to deliver Stage 1 of the Melbourne Airport Rail 👀

The works will focus on upgrading the West Footscray–Albion corridor — adding new tracks and capacity to untangle one of Victoria’s busiest rail sections, and paving the way for a dedicated airport line.

With a contract expected in 2027, this is a key step forward for a project set to transform connectivity, boost capacity, and improve reliability across the network ✈️

A big one to watch for the industry.

23/04/2026

Rialto: Melbourne’s First Skyscraper Icon

Before Melbourne built its supertalls, the Rialto Towers dominated the skyline. Completed in 1986 by the Grollo Group, the 251 metre tower became the tallest office building in the Southern Hemisphere at the time.

Its distinctive blue glass façade helped define Melbourne’s corporate identity and cemented Rialto as one of the city’s most recognisable silhouettes. The tower even hosted the city’s first skyscraper observation deck, operating from 1994 until 2009.

Today, even surrounded by a forest of newer towers, Rialto still holds its place - ranking #9 among Melbourne’s tallest buildings.

Do you remember the skyline before it arrived?

Credit: Peter J Keenan

20/04/2026

Melbourne’s historic St Patrick’s Cathedral is getting a massive $190 million makeover.⛪

St Patrick’s Cathedral is set for a $190m renewal, with works kicking off this year. Stage one focuses on restoring the cathedral itself and adding a new assembly building, along with a more opened, pedestrian-friendly precinct that better connects with the city around it.

Later stages will breathe new life into the Presbytery and the Cardinal Knox Centre, supported by $90m in funding, including $60m from the federal government. It’s one of the biggest heritage‑focused investments in the city and a rare chance for the construction, conservation, and heritage community to help shape a precinct that millions of Melburnians and visitors pass through every year.

Would love to hear from anyone working on or watching this project!🏗️

Video credit: .aus

12/04/2026

Big addition to the Southbank skyline🏙️

PDG is pushing ahead with a $450m, 71 storey One Queensbridge at 1–29 Queensbridge Street, transforming a cluster of low rise commercial buildings into a major mixed use tower.

The project will bring 637 apartments, a 181 key hotel, plus office and retail floors, and a new laneway running through to Freshwater Place. It’s a big move for a key gateway site right next to the CBD.

They’re retaining and restoring the historic Queensbridge Hotel façade, giving the scheme a strong sense of place among Southbank’s skyline of towers. Designed by Cox Architects, this 71 storey vertical village is on notice with planning and shaping up to be a signature Southbank landmark.

Credit: The Urban Developer

09/04/2026

Big things are coming to the west end of Collins Street!👷‍♀️

Sterling Global and Hacer Group are teaming up on a $610m transformation at 623 Collins, delivering a modern 42 storey tower that integrates two restored heritage icons - the 1924 State Savings Bank chamber and the former Batman’s Hill Hotel.

The development will feature 320 homes, premium office spaces, and a huge spread of wellness, dining, and social amenities, including the ultra exclusive Sterling Club on level 38.

Completion is targeted for late 2029, and once finished, it’ll be one of the CBD’s most significant heritage meets high rise projects.🏙️

07/04/2026

💡Green light for a big addition to Docklands

After taking a second shot at the project following an earlier permit expiry, Salta Properties has secured approval for its 38 storey build to rent tower at 695–699 La Trobe Street, overlooking Marvel Stadium.

The tower will deliver 554 apartments, plus coworking spaces, cinema rooms, rooftop wellness areas, and generous communal amenity. Designed by FK Architects, it also includes a 10% voluntary affordable housing component, reflecting the growing maturity of Melbourne’s BTR sector.

Always fun watching Docklands reinvent itself - this one’s sure to bring some fresh energy to the area!🏗️✨

Credit: The Urban Developer

30/03/2026

Another mega tower incoming for Melbourne’s northern CBD! 🏙️🔥

Kuala Lumpur-based developer Sime Darby Property has officially got the green light for its $496m skyscraper at 382-406 Queen Street , taking over what’s now a multi-level car park.

Sitting right next to Queen Victoria Market, the project is set to deliver 1333 new homes - a mix of market apartments and student housing, alongside new office and retail spaces.

Designed by Cox Architecture, this tower is shaping up to be one of the most diverse residential communities in the CBD, bringing a future facing, high-density neighbourhood to Melbourne’s northern edge.

Credit: The Urban Developer

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