Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who is Frasers Property Australia?
Since 1924, Frasers Property Australia has created stronger, smarter, happier neighbourhoods. We are one of Australia’s leading diversified property groups and an Australian division of Frasers Property Limited.
We develop residential land, housing and apartments and have delivered over 140,000 homes during our legacy. We also develop build-to-rent, commercial, retail and mixed-use properties for Australians, while our activities encompass the ownership and management of investment property, incorporating property and asset management services.
To find out more, visit www.frasersproperty. com.au/about-frasers-property
Q2. What other projects has Frasers Property Australia developed in Brisbane?
Frasers Property has three active residential projects across Brisbane, including house and land packages at The Quarry in Keperra, townhomes and apartments at Hamilton Reach and build to rent apartments at Brunswick & Co. in Fortitude Valley.
We also delivered the premium residential community Yungaba at Kangaroo Point. Acquired by Frasers Property in 2003, restoration and conversion of Yungaba House has resulted in this Brisbane landmark being transformed into 10 luxury residences, each with an identity that draws upon the building’s rich history.
Q3. Where is the Newstead development located?
Frasers Property’s Newstead development is located on the corner of Chester and Morse Streets, with the local address of 19 Chester Street and 3 Morse Street, Newstead. This site is only 1.5km from Brisbane’s CBD and on the doorstep of Brisbane’s most iconic lifestyle destination, the James Street precinct.
Q4. Who are the architects behind the Newstead development?
Rothelowman Architects has been appointed to design the Newstead development. Founded in 1991, the national, multi-disciplinary and multi-award winning architectural and interiors practice carries expertise in creating highquality, innovative designs across a range of sectors and project types.
Rothelowman has designed numerous notable projects in Brisbane, including residential developments like Trellis, Treehouse and Casamia, all developed with Aria Property Group, The Allere Collection and 185 Wharf Street. Other Queensland projects include both Dune and Sea Glass on the Gold Coast.
For more information, visit www.rothelowman.com.au.
Q5. What is the current status of the Newstead development?
Frasers Property Australia purchased the site in 2020 and secured a development approval in 2023 before proceeding to tender the project with several builders. Due to market conditions with construction cost escalation, the project wasn’t able to proceed and was put on hold. Since then, Frasers have developed a new design that offers a pathway forward for the site and progressed with design and planning requirements. This has led to an Other Change application being submitted for the project, which is currently being assessed by Brisbane City Council.
Q6. What are the parameters of the existing Development Application? And what is the proposed density for the site?
The existing Development Approval on the site allows for one 16 storey tower comprising of 142 residential apartments made up of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units, as well as 10 Townhomes and 5 levels of basement carparking with 251 car parks. This results in a site coverage of 50%. The new Development Application proposes 73 residences in total, comprising 70 apartments across two 16 storey residential towers, 3 luxury terrace homes along Morse Street and a one-level basement with 134 car parks and 93 bicycle parks.
Q7. What has changed from the previous approved scheme?
& 3 bedroom) 70, (2,3 & 4 bedroom)
Q8. What are the major components of the new community?
• Two 16-storey towers with 70 premium apartments
• Three bespoke terrace homes
• A mix of 2, 3 & 4-bedroom residences
• Lush rooftop retreats with pools, BBQs, dining pavilions and green spaces
• Ground-level retail and a public plaza, connecting residents to the vibrant local
Q9. How many people will the community be home to?
It is expected that approximately 210 people will call this community home once complete.
Q10. When will construction commence and finish?
Frasers Property is currently working through securing planning approvals as the main priority, and once the Other Change has been successful will be in a position to announce construction timing. We are investigating doing some Early Works on-site however to prepare for construction, which could include demolition of the current structures located on this site.
Q11. Have you appointed a builder for the Newstead development?
A builder has not yet been appointed for the Newstead development but we have worked alongside one contractor during design development to ensure key buildability items have been assumed from day one. The chosen contractor will be announced closer to construction commencement.
Q12. What preliminary works have been done?
Preliminary drilling and surveying works are in progress as part of geotechnical requirements for DA submission and one of the site sheds has been removed due to instability of the structure following the recent cyclone weather event.
The site currently comprises a tenancy for an existing business and private car park, both of which will remain operational until demolition works commence.
Q13. How will you manage noise during construction?
The impact of noise on the surrounding community will be managed closely throughout the duration of construction. A Construction Management Plan will be completed and submitted to relevant statutory authorities outlining the methodology and procedures in place to both minimise noise and communicate respectfully with the surrounding community.
Q14. What is the traffic management plan during construction?
A traffic management plan will be submitted as part of the Construction Management Plan. The Traffic Management Plan will require approval by authorities in line with relevant guidelines and legislation and will be strictly adhered to during construction.
Q15. Is the development in keeping with the surrounding neighbourhood?
The design has been developed to respect the existing interfaces in the area with a forward focus on contributing positively to the desired growth of the precinct. We aim to regenerate the neighbourhood and better integrate with the established James Street precinct and surrounding urban fabric. Our building sits comfortably within the existing and planned buildings surrounding the site, with an aim to create a thriving residential community that will complement Brisbane’s inner-urban heart for the years to come.
Q16. Has the community been informed about the development?
Yes, the community has been informed about the development in the following ways:
• Direct neighbours of the site were engaged as part of the DA lodgement process.
• A community newsletter will be circulated to residents and businesses within 3km of the site in August 2025.
• A 3-week public notification period will commence in October 2025, including updates to the website, on-site signage and a community on-site drop-in session. Keep an eye out for an exact date published on the website closer to this time.
Q17. What are the community benefits of this development?
The creation of our development is set to bring several benefits to the community such as increased greenery, urban regeneration and pedestrian linkages to the iconic James Street precinct. At ground level there will be generous communal space and one retail opportunity for the whole community to enjoy. Our transformation of an underutilised industrial site will also contribute to surrounding infrastructure and provide increased on-street parking. We feel privileged to evolve this corner of Brisbane into a community-friendly development that will stand the test of time.
Q18. How will people access the new community?
Vehicular access to the development will be via a singular entrance/exit on Chester Street.
Pedestrians will access the urban plaza on the corner of Chester Street and Morse Street, which will include a retail opportunity for community activation, and seating areas, bicycle and scooter parking facilities. Onstreet parking and visitor parking will also be provided.
Q19. Is the Newstead development staged?
Currently, the Newstead development has been designed to be built in two stages. Closer to construction commencement, Frasers will be able to confirm if the development will be built in a staged approach or for the entire project to be delivered at once.
Q20. How close will the new dwellings be to the neighbouring properties?
The proposed development mitigates adverse impacts on the adjoining residential areas through sufficient and staggered setbacks, as well as product diversity providing relief at the rear of the site. The building will enable existing and future buildings to be appropriately separated to allow light penetration, air circulation and privacy. The three storey terrace homes at the rear of the site ensure neighbouring view lines are preserved, while the tower on the front of the site respects the surrounding streetscape along Chester Street.
Q21. How much green space will be delivered?
Incorporating greenery is a key focus this development. We intend on featuring deep, mature planting and showcasing a green urban plaza that will include a range of plant and tree species. 10.5% of the site shall be covered in landscaping at ground level including a mix of deep planting and shallow planting where required to protect a historic sewer culvert below ground.
Q22. How is the new development catering for pedestrian movements?
The green urban plaza has been designed to appropriately cater for pedestrian movements with dedicated seating areas, bicycle and scooter parking facilities.
Q23. What is the approach to sustainability in the new community?
Frasers Property is committed to sustainability in all developments, and this one is no different. Designed under Brisbane City Council’s ‘Buildings That Breathe’ concept, the internal environments will embrace the subtropical weather and feature extensive natural daylight, air and ventilation, with protected shaded spaces and living greenery to adorn the external walls and add to the development’s unique architectural aesthetic.
Initiatives including rainwater capture, storage and recycling and renewable energy generation through use of solar are planned.
All electric cooking services, no gas services, recycling chutes, irrigation harvesting and EV charging capability have been incorporated into the design at an early stage.
Q24. Will you remove all of the street trees?
2 x street trees along Chester Street have unfortunately been identified to be proposed for removal, however they will be replaced with 13 street trees along Chester and Morse Streets and the replacement canopy area will well exceed the canopy lost.
Q25. How is parking being managed for the proposed development?
The development will provide 134 resident and visitor car parks and 95 bicycle parks in an underground basement accessed via a single entry/exit point on Chester Street. These car park rates go beyond Brisbane City Council requirements, which will minimise overflow parking to surrounding streets. In addition to this, the development will increase the number of on-street parks along Morse Street.
Q26. What impact will the new community have on traffic in the local area?
A number of considerations have been included in the development proposal to ensure the community has little impact on traffic in the local area. These include:
1. Providing resident and visitor parking beyond BCC requirements by 28%
2. Increasing the number of on-street parks along Morse Street with an additional 24m of kerbside space equating to approximately four additional on-street parks
3. Exploration of active transport alternatives such as ride share, bikes and scooters through facilities located within the public urban plaza
A Traffic Impact Assessment has been undertaken and lodged with Brisbane City Council, this will be assessed as part of the Development Application.
Q27. Has the site ever been affected by flooding and how does the design ensure protection during a flood?
Yes, the site has previously been affected by overland flow and flooding from the Brisbane River. The proposed design reflects Brisbane City Council requirements to minimise impacts of a flood event. These include designing the basement entry above RL 3.6m AHD, resident floor levels above RL 4.1m AHD and ensuring no essential services are in the basement. This approach is consistent with other existing and active projects in and around the city frame.
Community events and queries
Marion Allard Community Development Manager communityqld@fraserspropety.com.au
This material and its contents are provided for information purposes as a guide only, are intended to be a general introduction to our Newstead project and do not constitute an offer or contract or any part thereof. Its contents are conceptual, indicative and approximate only, not to scale and are subject to change at any time without notice. Frasers Property reserves the right to amend the finish and selections that constitute the external and internal fabric of the development due to unforeseen building constraints, product availability or for any other reason. Frasers Property does not make any express or implied representation or warranty that the information is accurate, complete or correct. Purchasers must make and rely on their own inquiries and the contract for sale. This material was prepared prior to the completion of design and construction of the building featured. September 2025.