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2024 State Development of the Year Winners
Congratulations to our 2024 Rider Levett Bucknall State Development of the Year winners! This accolade celebrates a development, project or refurbishment finalist from each participating state or territory and is determined by the national judging panel.
The State Development of the Year winners will be presented with their plaques at state events across the country over the coming months.Â
The national category winners will be announced at the Innovation & Excellence Awards Gala Dinner on Wednesday 11 September at ICC Sydney.
Meet our winners in each state:
Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
Australian Capital Territory Winner
6 Brindabella Circuit
- Nominated by Canberra Airport
- Owned by 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.
New South Wales Winner
Quay Quarter Tower
- Nominated by Dexus - Quay Quarter Tower
- Owned by Dexus Wholesale Property Fund, Mirvac Wholesale Office Fund & Rest Superannuation
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.
Queensland Winner
Chermside Affordable Housing
- Nominated by The Salvation Army
- Owned by 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.
South Australian Winner
83 PirieÂ
- Nominated by Woods Bagot and Cbus Property
- Owned by 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.
Tasmanian Winner
Iron Creek Bay Farm Stay
- Nominated by Misho + Associates
- Owned by Orani Pty Ltd and Grand Banquet Pty Ltd
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.
Victorian Winner
Victorian Heart Hospital
- Nominated by John Holland
- Operated by Monash Health
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.
Western Australian Winner
ONE Subiaco
- Nominated by Blackburne
- Owned by Blackburne
Introducing ONE Subiaco by Blackburne: a landmark development with 236 luxury apartments, setting a new standard for urban living in Subiaco. Offering resort-style amenities and elegant designs, it’s at the heart of the area’s revitalisation, providing residents with a vibrant lifestyle and convenient access to retail and dining options.
Get in touch
If you have a questions about the Awards or are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact our National Innovation & Excellence Awards Concierge.
Charlotte Black
02 9033 1931