Construction has officially begun on a highly anticipated beachside development in Buddina.
Lowanna Beach Resort will deliver 112 apartments and five commercial spaces across three impressive towers.
The project from WOW Property Group, led by local developer Lorna Willis, and supported by experienced local consultants, is expected to be completed by June 2024.
It is believed to be costing more than $100m.
“The team have spent years planning Lowanna Beach Resort and it is no secret the industry has faced extreme trials over that time, making it an incredibly challenging journey,” Ms Willis said of the milestone sod-turning on site, off Bermagui Crescent.
“I am grateful for the team around us that has helped make this milestone moment possible, including One Project Management Group and Construction Group Australia for working so diligently to get to site to deliver this ground-breaking, high-quality project.”
Located in what many consider the ‘golden triangle’ of the Sunshine Coast (Buddina, Point Cartwright, Mooloolaba), Lowanna Beach Resort has been so popular, less than 10 per cent of apartments remains available to purchase.
Construction is expected to be completed by June 2024.
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The residential and commercial development will feature the first purpose-built laneway (Sandy Toes Lane) that connects foot traffic between the beach and urban centre.
“The opportunities at Lowanna Beach Resort are endless,” Ms Willis said.
“You are a stone’s throw away from the water, across the road from Kawana shopping centre and access to the new CBD, the airport, the hospital and the university is direct and easy.
“There are large living areas, large balconies, plenty of storage, and shared resort facilities that include a pool, yoga lawn, barbecue and clubhouse.”
Construction Group Australia director Ben Holley said the team was excited to bring the project to life.
“We have been working closely with the WOW Group throughout this period, ensuring the
product to be delivered is well thought through and exceeds expectations,” he said.
“This upfront detail being integrated into the project ensures the quality and longevity of these apartments for the purchasers and future residents.
“The construction market is very busy at the moment and continues to bring its challenges and our team will continue to work through strategies throughout the project, ensuring a timely delivery.”
Direct Collective chief operating officer Mal Cayley said developments such as this beach resort were what the Sunshine Coast needed amid the housing crisis.
“Lowanna Beach Resort isn’t just a high-amenity complex, it presents a mix of building heights and uses, and offers every type of in-demand property so urgently needed in this community right now,” he said.
“It is the right product in the right area to help increase supply for the region.”
Mr Cayley said it was inspiring to see Ms Willis and her team deliver such a significant project during trying times.
“It’s important we recognise locals like Lorna and her team who put everything on the line to provide something that is right for our community,” he said.
“We need to change the narrative around what density is, and not create an ‘us and them’
mindframe when it comes to developers.”
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