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Hamilton Retail Strip to Make Way for Luxury Apartment Development

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A retail strip at 53 Racecourse Road in Hamilton will be demolished to make way for a new four-storey apartment complex featuring 12 luxury residences and ground-floor retail outlets.

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Redevelopment Plans Progress

The 1205-square-metre site, located five kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD, currently houses seven small businesses, including restaurants and cafés. Developer Fortis has gained approval for a residential-led mixed-use project designed by Koichi Takada Architects, marking a new stage in the ongoing transformation of Racecourse Road.

The development will include 12 apartments—three two-bedroom and nine three-bedroom—above 528 square metres of ground-level retail space. Facilities include a rooftop pool, spa, gym, and landscaped recreation areas.

Hamilton apartment development
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Heritage Influence and Design

The project’s design incorporates terracotta-toned brickwork and cascading greenery. The drawing inspiration came from nearby heritage sites such as St Augustine’s Church and Hamilton Town Hall. The landscaped plan retains poinciana trees and introduces new vegetation across the podium and rooftop levels.

Vehicle access will be via Balowrie Street, with two basement levels providing 33 resident spaces, 4 visitor bays, and 7 retail staff parks.

Brisbane apartments
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Precinct Renewal

The Hamilton development contributes to the broader revitalisation of Racecourse Road, where similar mixed-use projects are approved at 63 and 77 Racecourse Road. Residents have expressed a mix of support and concern about the visual fit of the new design within the established streetscape.

Next Steps

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The approval marks a milestone for Fortis, which is also redeveloping a former aged care facility in New Farm into high-end residences. Construction timelines for the Hamilton project have not yet been announced, but the development signals continued reinvestment in one of Brisbane’s most recognisable retail strips.

Published 25-Oct-2025

Hamilton Precinct Set for Landmark Residential and Retail Project

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A mixed-use development has been proposed for Racecourse Road in Hamilton, with Graya submitting a development application for a new residential and retail precinct.

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Major Mixed-Use Proposal for Racecourse Road in Hamilton

A new project aimed at reshaping one of Hamilton’s busiest precincts has been submitted to BCC. Graya, a Brisbane-based developer, has lodged a proposal (DA/A006790991) to build a five-level development—comprising four residential storeys plus a rooftop retreat—across a 3,614-square-metre site encompassing 63–71 Racecourse Road and 12 Balowrie Street.

Racecourse Road
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Redevelopment Plans and Site Layout

The proposed development, named “The Gallery,” would involve the demolition of four existing shopfronts to create space for 37 apartments and 1380 square metres of ground-floor commercial use. The site stretches across the block between Kent Street and Balowrie Street, directly opposite St Augustine’s Anglican Church.

The project features a mix of nine two-bedroom and 28 three-bedroom residences. It also includes 177 vehicle parking spaces with 116 designated for residents and 47 bicycle bays. The building will be topped by an 800-square-metre rooftop retreat with a pool and landscaped spaces.

The Gallery Hamilton
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Urban Design and Architectural Features

The building has been designed by Bureau^Proberts to reflect elements of local character. According to the architectural team, the design incorporates broad verandahs, green trellises, and stone plinths, drawing on elevated timber Queenslanders and nearby heritage masonry buildings. The structure also includes a pedestrian spine connecting Racecourse Road to Kent Street, flanked by laneway-style retail pods inspired by European village layouts.

Developer Presence in Hamilton

Graya has an established footprint in Hamilton, having previously delivered high-end homes such as Scorpia and Larq. This would be its first multi-residential development in the suburb. The Gallery is part of a broader pipeline of Graya projects currently underway across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

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Retail Activation Strategy

The proposal includes eight boutique retail tenancies at ground level, intended to enhance the precinct’s functionality and street-level activity. Plans indicate these may include offerings such as food venues, wellness spaces, and boutique grocers. The retail layout is designed to create a market-style environment with multiple entry points and intimate shopfronts.

Community Integration and Next Steps

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According to the planning documents submitted by Mewing Planning Consultants on behalf of Graya, the development is intended to support the revitalisation of Racecourse Road. The proposal describes the project as a precinct-style destination with both civic presence and community benefit. Pending council approval, The Gallery is expected to launch to market in early 2026.

Published 17-June-2025