The awards serve as a prestigious pathway to the Property Council's National Innovation & Excellence Awards, set to be revealed at a Sydney gala in September. In its 42nd year, the awards program, in partnership with Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB), celebrates groundbreaking innovations and outstanding leadership in Australia's property industry.
Winners of the State and Territory Development of the Year awards are now contenders for the Innovation & Excellence Awards top honour, the Australian Development of the Year.
Quay Quarter Tower, a pioneering vertical village that redefines the future of work took home the state development of the year award in New South Wales. In Victoria, Australia's first state-of-the-art specialist cardiac hospital, The Victorian Heart Hospital, was recognised as the state's best development while the innovative Chermside Affordable Housing complex took the top prize in Queensland.
In Western Australia, the precinct rejuvenating mixed-use development ONE Subiaco received the award, while 83 Pirie, which integrates hospitality, wellness and commercial functions under the 'WORKLIFE' concept, was honoured in South Australia.
The sustainability-focussed mixed-use 6 Brindabella Circuit at Brindabella Business Park secured the top development award in the ACT, and Iron Creek Bay Farm Stay, a new type of short-stay accommodation, won in Tasmania.
Property Council Chief Executive Mike Zorbas said the winning projects highlight positive city-shaping, community enhancement and design excellence.
"These awards throw a dazzling spotlight on the role community-defining projects play in shaping vibrant, sustainable and forward-looking cities," Mr Zorbas said.
"I congratulate the winners. Their vision and dedication demonstrate what is possible when innovation and leadership combine," he said.
RLB Global Board Chair Peter Tulla said this year's winners have played a pivotal role in shaping a brighter, more sustainable future for our cities.
"These projects do more than just transform physical spaces-they create places of true and enduring value," Mr Tulla said.
"These developments go beyond merely creating structures-they revitalise neighbourhoods, stimulate economic growth and create spaces for people and businesses to thrive," he said.
2024 RLB State and Territory Development of the Year winners
ACT | 6 Brindabella Circuit | Canberra Airport
6 Brindabella Circuit is a landmark, environmentally conscious mixed-use precinct at Brindabella Business Park, adjacent to Canberra Airport. The development sets new standards in design, while creating a vibrant community hub. With world leading sustainability initiatives, luxurious amenities, and flexible office spaces, it offers a vibrant workplace where businesses thrive.
NSW | Quay Quarter Tower | Dexus
Quay Quarter Tower is designed as a world-first vertical village that redefines the future of work. Offering some of Sydney's best views, this transformative statement on Sydney's skyline is profoundly focused on promoting human interactions and smart technologies to drive business success.
QLD | Affordable Housing Complex in Chermside | The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, a Not for Profit organisation, developed a 4 Level, 26 Unit Affordable Housing Complex in Chermside QLD with community areas, vibrant communal gardens, landscaping, interactive play areas, administration offices and basement parking. The housing complex is located near transport, schools, healthcare and a Shopping Centre.
SA | 83 Pirie | Woods Bagot and Cbus Property
Drawing upon Pirie Street's rich history, 83 Pirie employs a 'WORKLIFE' concept, blending hospitality, wellness, and commercial functions. The building's transparent lobby and retail spaces activate Pirie Street, while innovative design features like bespoke glass panels and flexible floor layouts reflect excellence and innovation in office design.
TAS | Iron Creek Bay Farm Stay | Misho + Associates
Iron Creek Bay Farm Stay is a new short-stay accommodation typology in nipaluna (Hobart) and lutuwita (Tasmania). At the forefront of sustainability in design, construction, and operations, adding to the economic stimulus and employment, developing tourism employment, and adding optimism and confidence for others to trust in the region.
VIC | Victorian Heart Hospital | John Holland
The Victorian Heart Hospital is Australia's first state-of-the-art specialist cardiac hospital, providing innovative, holistic, patient-centred care, world-leading research and education. Incorporating integrated heart-themed design elements, including cardio-rhythm profiled façade screens and a large 'gravitational heart' central courtyard, it can deliver 2,150 cardiac surgery operations and 13,500 cardiac laboratory procedures annually.
WA | ONE Subiaco | Blackburne
ONE Subiaco by Blackburne is an iconic 236-apartment mixed-use development that epitomises quality and resort-style living in the heart of Subiaco. As a beacon of excellence, it serves as a catalyst for the area's revitalisation, offering diverse and luxurious residential options along with retail and dining.
