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Hames Sharley Award for Best Business or Industrial Park

This award recognises and publicly rewards excellence in the development of, and efficient use of capital, in a high quality new or refurbished Business or Industrial Park development.

Eligible entrants will be projects, developments or refurbishments that have been completed by 31 December 2022 (completed in the past 5 years) and have been operating for at least one year as at 31 December 2023 and have not previously won the award.

The award is open to members of the Property Council of Australia only. The nominator or owner of the entry must be the member.

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2024 Finalists

Chobani – 8-22 Quality Drive – VIC

Nominated by Aliro Group

Owned by Aliro Group Industrial Value Fund

Repurposing of Nissan’s former training centre and automotive parts warehouse along with the construction of a new temperature controlled warehouse to create an institutional grade national head office, cold storage warehouse and distribution facility for Chobani.

DHL Skyline - ESR Bringelly Road Business Hub - NSW

Nominated by ESR Australia

Owned by ESR Australia

ESR’s DHL Skyline Facility is a 36,171sqm highly functional temperature-controlled warehouse that was developed in collaboration with DHL in response to increased market demand for medical grade storage facilities amidst Covid-19. Emphasising user efficiency, the design integrates key sustainability elements and staff amenity to enhance operational effectiveness and employee wellbeing.

IVE Group - VIC

Nominated by Frasers Property Industrial

Owned by Frasers Property Industrial

The facility at Frasers Property Industrial’s Braeside Industrial Estate, developed for ASX-listed marketing and communications business, IVE Group, is a 31,112sqm state-of-the-art warehouse, print-production and office facility. Through innovative design and construction methods, it delivers operational efficiency and is an industry-leading example of sustainability and the creation of healthy workplaces.

Munro Footwear Group at Midwest Logistics Hub - VIC

Nominated by Charter Hall

Owned by Charter Hall

Munro Footwear at MidWest Logistics Hub is a showcase of how smart warehouses are driving omni-channel business transformation, setting new benchmarks in warehouse and logistic facilities incorporating state-of-the-art design features and sustainability initiatives. Featuring one of Australia’s largest fleets of robots, this state-of-the-art facility delivers impressive and sustainable operational performance.

Nexus Mulgrave - VIC

Nominated by Salta

Owned by Salta

Nexus is proudly Australia’s largest and most premium business park with some 35+ tenants calling this innovative estate home. The latest advances in flexible custom-designed office spaces meet state-of-the-art lifestyle facilities where sustainable design combines with the latest estate management technologies, and customer satisfaction is always front of mind.

Southside Industrial Estate - VIC

Nominated by Centuria Capital Group and Cadence Property Group

Owned by Centuria Prime Logistics Partnership (CPLP)

Southside Industrial Estate is a $101.2million estate developed by Centuria Capital Group and Cadence Property Group. With six A-Grade units catering to strong tenant demand, Southside received a 5-Star Green Star Certification, created c.300 jobs and successfully responded to record-high tenant customer demand.

Yatala Distribution Centre - QLD

Nominated by Stockland

Owned by Stockland

Yatala Distribution Centre, strategically positioned between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, capitalised on regional development momentum. Leveraging prime infrastructure, the master-planned estate showcases logistics expertise while achieving economic, social, and environmental balance. Completed in April 2023 over three stages, it promptly met strong market demand, fully leasing to premier tenants.

2024 Winner

IVE Group (VIC)

The facility at Frasers Property Industrial’s Braeside Industrial Estate, developed for ASX-listed marketing and communications business, IVE Group, is a 31,112sqm state-of-the-art warehouse, print-production and office facility. Through innovative design and construction methods, it delivers operational efficiency and is an industry-leading example of sustainability and the creation of healthy workplaces.

2023 Winner

Logos Heathwood Logistics Estate (QLD)

LOGOS’ Heathwood Logistics Estate is a world-class 24.5ha site boasting advanced automation, robotics, high bay, co-location, and cold storage capabilities. Located in Heathwood in South-East Queensland, the Estate comprises three purpose-built facilities occupied by globally-recognised brands, Asahi, Hilton Foods, and Primary Connect and delivers critical suppliers to Australian retailers.

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