Development Update - August 2025
General Update​
While construction of Ferny Grove Central is progressing steadily, the project continues to experience significant delays, as a result of a number of factors impacting the builder, Broad Constructions. The image at right shows The Fernery Apartments on the right and the future Woolworths on the left.
We're pleased that a new milestone has been achieved on the western retail building with "roof on" now complete. The eastern retail building is now preparing for tenant fitout.
Construction on The Fernery apartment building continues, with Level 4 concrete pours completed, and work continuing on the upper levels.
Upcoming construction milestones include:
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Completion of flyover roof between eastern and western retail buildings
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Tower crane leaves site as western retail construction advances
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Continuing concrete pours from Level 5 to roof for The Fernery
Ferny Grove Central Retail​
We are pleased with the strong response to our updated leasing strategy with fast-casual Mexican restuarant chain, Guzman y Gomez, recently signing a long-term lease.
With less than 10% of the retail offering now remaining for lease, we are working on lease contracts for additional food retailers.
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The image at right shows the view of the retail plaza from the future Goodlife Gym.
Program Update​
At this stage, based on an updated building program, the builder, Broad Construction, is aiming for Practical Completion in Q3, 2026. Unfortunately, every program we get is another protraction of completion, so it is possible it could be as late as Q4 2026.
We appreciate your ongoing patience and understanding and we will provide more information as we get further updates on the progress of construction.
Development Update - May 2025
General Update
While construction has been progressing, it remains behind the updated construction program, due to delays caused by the inclement weather in February and March, including the impact of Cyclone Alfred, and industrial action.
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The image at right shows an aerial view of the construction site. The Fernery apartments worksite is on the right with the retail construction on the left.
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Based on an updated building program, the builder, Broad Construction, is aiming for Practical Completion late in Q2, 2026.
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We appreciate your ongoing patience and understanding and we will provide more information as we get further updates on the progress of construction.
Ferny Grove Central Retail
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The eastern portion of the retail precinct building works are quite advanced with:
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topping slab polishing almost complete;
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services trades finished, with all outstanding work in specialty tenancies ready for fit out except for final commissioning;
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amenities including toilets and bathroom fixtures nearing completion;
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Dan Murphy's works close to being ready for tenant fit out; and,
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cinema walls and ceilings complete, and on track to be ready for tenant fit out in the next few weeks.
In the western retail building, the concrete pours for Level 2 are complete, with one of the Level 3 concrete pours remaining to complete, prior to the final two roof pours.
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The image at right shows workers inside the eastern retail building.​
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Upcoming Milestones
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Upcoming construction milestones include the pouring of the final roof slab of western retail to be poured by the end of June, and concrete pours on Level 2 on The Fernery site.
Development Update - February 2025
General Update
Progress since our last update in October has been gaining momentum as The Fernery apartment block has steadily risen from the ground, and progress is also evident across the remainder of the project. The picture (at right) shows The Fernery worksite with preparations being made for further slab pours.
In common with the construction industry as a whole, the project has experienced ongoing impacts from skills shortages and increases in the cost of materials that show few signs of improvement. In addition to these conditions, there have been a number of adverse weather events that have affected the project timeline. The builder, Broad Constructions, recently advised that the completion date for the project will be in Q2 of 2026.
Ferny Grove Central Retail
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​The eastern portion of the retail precinct building works are quite advanced with the:
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cinema auditorium wall, ceiling and floor sheeting and most painting now complete;
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concrete topping slab in arcade has been poured, with polishing to commence prior to opening;
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travelator has glass balustrade installed;
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ceilings in arcade painted, with lighting and services installed – lighting is operational; and,
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all tenancies have services installed, with final commissioning required prior to tenant handover.
In the western section of the retail offer:
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all concrete pours and verticals to basement are complete;
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precast walls from level 1 to 2 are almost complete;
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all concrete pours on level 1 are almost complete; and,
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level 2 concrete pours are ongoing and façade precast panels all across first 2 levels are being installed.
The photo (at right) shows the eastern retail travelator with glass balustrade installed down into basement carpark.
The Fernery Apartments - a new look for Ferny Grove
Rich in community, amenity and everyday comforts, The Fernery presents a new story for Ferny Grove.
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This brand new village will breathe new life and soul into brisbane's North-West combining classic suburban charm with city convenience, where everything you need is on your doorstep.
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Each apartment within The Fernery offers spacious proportions to entertain or relax at the end of the day. Bright and inviting living rooms extend to well-proportioned balconies.
The essence of this design encapsulates a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor, featuring blanket views of Ferny Grove.
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What is coming to Ferny Grove?
IMPROVED PARKING
Upon completion, Ferny Grove Central will incorporate:​
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An increase in commuter car parks by approx. 450.
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80% of commuter carparks will be undercover.
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Lifts and escalators servicing the new parking facilities.
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Surveillance to all commuter carparks.
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Provision for disabled commuter carparks and safe bike storage.
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Approx. 320 separate retail carparks.
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Separate residential carparks.
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Increased laydown area for buses.
NEW LOCAL AMENITY
Ferny Grove Central is set to transform the current bitumen car park at the "end of the line" into a suburban destination. The improved amenity for commuters and the wider Ferny Grove community will include:
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New transport facilities, the majority undercover.
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Retail offering to focus on flexibility, service providers and entertainment.
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Landscaped pedestrian plazas and air conditioned retail plaza.
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Improved vehicle and pedestrian connections.
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Safe meeting place for members of the community.
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RETAIL OFFERING
The vision is to create a local
"neighborhood village".
Ferny Grove Central will provide the following:
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Full line Woolworths
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Dan Murphy's
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Cinebar Ferny Grove
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Goodlife Health Club
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Combined medical practitioner service providers
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Food & beverage operators
With more operators to be announced soon.
VIBRANT APARTMENTS
A vibrant collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, The Fernery has been thoughtfully designed for modern-day living. Flooded with natural light, residences feature flexible, open plan living to create spaces of sophistication and comfort.
Communal amenities are second to none with a recreational rooftop deck and pool, secure parking and abundant outdoor dining. Vertical gardens, landscaped corridors and serene open spaces work to transform The Fernery into a green oasis.​​
The Fernery is fully sold.
