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M/Group to Develop and Hold Third Quest Apartment Hotel
M/Group is strengthening its presence in Western Australia’s North West with the announcement of a new investment located in the Pilbara region. This project marks our third collaboration with the Quest Apartment Hotels brand, a fully owned subsidiary of The Ascott Limited, further cementing a successful long-term partnership.
Under our ‘Develop and Hold’ strategy, M/Group will oversee the delivery of this premium accommodation hub, designed to cater to the sustained demand from the corporate and industrial sectors in the Pilbara. By retaining the asset within our portfolio, M/Group continues to focus on securing high-yield, long-term investments in key economic growth zones.
The Quest South Hedland development underscores our confidence in the region and our commitment to delivering institutional-grade assets that support the state’s essential industries.
For more information, visit the Quest South Hedland project website here.
Amara Pre-Sales Officially Launched
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Amara Pre-Sales Officially Launched
Following much anticipation, M/Group is excited to announce that pre-sales for our latest residential landmark, Amara Estate, officially launched at the end of July 2025.
Amara Estate is a secure, gated community with shared green spaces and residence clubhouse. The primary goal of this project is to facilitate delivery of safe, affordable, climate-resilient homes in a secure, gated community for essential workers in this high priority regional location in the Kalgoorlie-Boulder area. The essential key workers include and aren’t limited to the following industries: childcare, education, emergency services, government employees, healthcare, and retail.
Currently, there are 40 dwellings pre-sold, and 36 dwelling contracted to be leased to the Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH) program. Demand for sales and leasing remains exceptionally strong, driven by Kalgoorlie’s current vacancy rate of less than 1%.
The project is set to move into the construction phase early next year. The Building Contract and Civil Works package has been finalised, and we have secured full project funding through the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA).
South Western Highway Development Update
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South Western Highway Development Update
M/Group is pleased to provide a timeline update for our upcoming project located on South Western Highway, Armadale. Following extensive planning and design phases, construction is officially scheduled to commence in mid-2026.
This project represents a strategic addition to our commercial portfolio, capitalising on the high visibility and logistical advantages of the South Western Highway corridor. We have commenced finalising Offer to Leases to blue chip tenants: 7-Eleven, Banjos Bakery, Ultra Tune, and Sparkletown Car Wash.
We look forward to breaking ground next year and delivering a project that contributes to the economic growth of the surrounding region.
Geraldton Large Format Centre Reaches Completion
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Geraldton Large Format Centre Reaches Completion
M/Group is proud to announce the formal completion of the Geraldton Large Format Centre, marketing a significant milestone for the region’s retail landscape. With construction now finalised, we are thrilled to welcome anchor tenants Rebel Sport and Red Dot Home, both of which have officially opened their doors to the Geraldton community.
Beyond providing a premium shopping destination, the centre represents M/Group’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development. The project features a solar array and battery storage system, designed to significantly reduce the site’s carbon footprint and provide energy efficiencies to our tenants.
This integration of renewable energy technology ensures that the Geraldton Large Format Centre is not just a hub for commerce, but a benchmark for environmentally conscious commercial property in Western Australia.
M/Group Launches Investment on South Western Highway
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M/Group Launches Investment on South Western Highway
M/Group is excited to present the South Western Highway Commercial Property Fund – a strategic new opportunity delivering long-term value for our investors.
Located just 28km south-east of Perth’s CBD in Armadale, this 8,237m² industrial-zoned site is set to be transformed into a high-exposure commercial hub, featuring a purpose-built fuel station, bakery, car wash, and automotive facilities.
With lease pre-commitments to national tenants secured for the project and an expected IRR of 11.5% over a 6-year term, the fund offers a compelling investment case.
Positioned on one of Perth’s busiest routes, South Western Highway sees over 20,000 vehicles daily, and benefits from the area’s forecast population growth to 138,000 by 2036.
This is a rare opportunity to invest in a high-traffic, strategically located development backed by strong national tenants and long-term growth potential.
Parry Street Fund delivers 15% per annum to Investors
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Parry Street Fund delivers 15% per annum to Investors
M/Group is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the Parry Street Fund, achieving outstanding results for our investors. Over a 24-month period, the fund delivered a remarkable 15% per annum return.
The success of the fund was driven by the completion and full sale of all 40 apartments and the accompanying commercial space within the Parry Street development.
This boutique project is strategically located in the heart of Fremantle Town Centre, the development is a standout addition to the area. Its premium design and functionality have contributed to revitalizing the local landscape, offering contemporary urban living and high-quality commercial opportunities.
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A Suburban Landmark in Mount Lawley
A Quintessential Apartment Project in the Heart of Perth
As one of Perth’s most iconic neighbourhoods, Mount Lawley provided ample inspiration for a multi-use development created by award-winning M/Construction, part of M/Group. The three-storey M/25 by Match, located on the main road (Walcott Street), comprises 30 apartments plus six commercial units on the ground floor.
According to director Michael Read, M/25 drew its design vision from the suburb’s Federation-style red brick and terracotta homes. It incorporates natural light and cross ventilation into the apartments via the landscaped, central courtyard. The apartments’ décor includes black and white surfaces with elegant fixtures, creating a contemporary design with the end-user in mind.
As a company aligned to M/Group’s own industry-leading values, Cameron Chisholm Nicol was engaged to design M/25 – and they remained true to Mount Lawley’s heritage. The façade uses contrasting shapes, materials and colours to link the lively urbanism of Walcott Street, and create a strong corner presence that is set to become “a local landmark, offering architecturally-designed living in a convenient and desirable location”.
The main challenges faced by M/Construction centred on site constraints and logistics. “There was very limited lay-down area for materials” notes Michael Read, “and we only had one-side access during the duration of the build. This meant that all deliveries of materials had to be thought out and scheduled correctly. These would coincide with the requirement to have regular mobile cranes onsite and traffic management to coordinate traffic flow.”
“The design also changed from masonry brickwork to pre-cast panels for the neighbouring boundary wall – to eliminate potential issues impacting the next door property – so construction methodology had to be adjusted to ensure there was a good continuity of work and to maintain program deadlines.”
This eliminated potential safety issues associated with masonry construction, and also removed the requirement for complicated scaffolding in this area.
Highlighted Project Aspects and Cutting-Edge Features
Danpalon was used as the weather-proof backing material behind the perforated artistic screen at the building’s main entrance, “which provides a unique look to the building from the inside during the day, and the outside during the night”.
Black finish aluminium SHS sections were installed throughout many of the external openings (windows and balconies) to create a picture-frame effect on the building’s façade; and a smooth set plaster finish was applied to the external ground floor walls to create a point of difference from the other levels. As part of City of Vincent’s requirements, an art contribution was designed to include a wall mural by renowned Australian artist Kyle Hughes-Odgers. The brickwork walls also provided added appeal in comparison to the stud frame plasterboard walls.
Elsewhere, an Acratex texture coat was applied to the external surfaces of the building, and an Acrashield coating was applied over the Acratex texture coat to ensure long-lasting added protection. This was substituted for skim coat in areas that M/Construction believed would have had issues with weather damaging the skim coat.
M/Group is highly respected for its solid commitment to sustainability, and the M/25 project is emphatically at the forefront of industry standards in this respect.
“We strived for minimum waste by choosing specific products and ensuring all were accounted for during the build,” notes Read. “We used products that will ensure longevity for the building and reduce maintenance/replacement of materials.
“Upgrading the water-proof coating to the level one landscaped courtyard area ensured that we would not have to worry about potential leaks and added maintenance to the car park area below, now and into the future.” All appliances installed have a high WELS and Energy star rating.
One of the key successes achieved during construction was an ability to assist the client with design changes to upgrade areas of the building that M/Construction believed needed attention.
“Re-designing the lobby area and incorporating a decorative timber panel ceiling not only improved the overall look of the lobby but also elevated the appeal for the end-users.
“Taking on the mechanical ventilation as D&C, and simplifying it, reduced costs and eliminated the requirement for additional maintenance works during the life cycle of the building. In addition, we re-designed the courtyard landscaping area to be less busy and more aesthetically appealing.”
With Cameron Chisholm Nicol also highly regarded as an award-winning architectural practice that aims to place people at the centre of its design philosophy, the completed M/25 project was ultimately a perfect fit for its portfolio… “Unique residential projects that demonstrate refined aesthetics underpinned by efficient space planning and a rigorous attention to detail. The result is liveable, functional apartments that respond to our unique climate and lifestyle.”
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