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Stonebridge Property Group are delighted to share that Nicola MacGruer, Associate Director has been selected for the Property Council of Australia’s 500 Women in Property program for 2025. This national initiative aims to champion the next generation of female leaders in the property industry by providing valuable opportunities for mentorship, increased visibility, and professional growth. Nicola has...

A fuel station in Keysborough recently transacted via a boardroom auction, selling for a staggering $2.507m above reserve. Located at 745-751 Springvale Road, Keysborough, the asset is currently leased to EG Group and a separate car wash operator, providing a short 1.3 year WALE. Selling agents Rorey James and Kevin Tong of Stonebridge Property Group & Jonathan McCormack and Peter Bremner of Gorman...

Australia, June 2025 Stonebridge Property Group has released a new market update, explaining the noticeable uptick in investor interest and transaction activity across Bunnings Warehouse assets. Driven by falling debt costs, heightened demand for defensive income streams, and the strong covenant of Wesfarmers-backed Bunnings, the asset class is once again commanding national attention from private and...

Two newly constructed childcare centres in Leumeah and Dapto NSW, both leased to Young Academics, have been bought to market following a recent cash injection by a US private equity firm. California-based Seidler Equity Partners have acquired a strategic minority stake in the Sydney-based group, in a deal that valued the Young Academics business at over $200 million. The acquisition bolsters the investment...

An architecturally striking childcare centre with a waitlist exceeding 400 children has been listed for sale in Sydney’s prestigious Northern Beaches. Located at 30 Queens Parade, Newport, ‘Saltwater Preschool Newport’ neighbors the well-regarded suburbs of Palm Beach, Whale Beach and Avalon Beach. Childcare in the Northern Beaches region is experiencing critical undersupply, with over eight...

A premium portfolio of 23 high-profile commercial assets, leased to some of Australia’s most recognisable brands, will be offered to market via EOI and auction, held at the Capella Hotel Sydney on Friday, June 27th at 10am. The highly anticipated event is expected to draw national and international interest, with properties ranging from $4 million to nearly $50 million and lease terms extending up to...

Stonebridge Property Group’s Thomas Proberts, Michael Collins, Philip Gartland, and Justin Dowers have been exclusively appointed to market for sale Woolworths Maleny (Sunshine Coast), a rare freestanding supermarket investment on the Sunshine Coast. The asset is being offered for sale via an Expressions of Interest campaign closing on Monday, 30 June 2025. Located in the thriving hinterland...

Dealership along Traralgon’s ‘golden mile’ at 5567 Princes Highway, Traralgon sold, off-market for $23.5 million, negotiated by Stonebridge Property Group’s Rorey James and Kevin Tong, in conjunction with Wilson Property’s Ben Wilson and Emma Dunne.   A third car dealership along Traralgon’s ‘golden mile’ has been sold off market for $23.5 million, following 2 other automotive...

The Australian childcare property market has continued to experience a significant surge in 2025, with childcare transactions totalling approximately $205 million. The latest data reveals compelling insights into market trends, investor behaviour and outlook on the sector.   Childcare investments remain a highly sought after asset class with Q1 transaction volumes affirming investor confidence in the...

Stonebridge Property Group’s National Portfolio Auction held yesterday in Melbourne, showcased continued strength and investor confidence in the freestanding investment market. With live streams to Sydney and Brisbane, the three locations attracted over 100 attendees along with active remote and interstate bidders, contributing to a competitive and confident auction environment. This renewed momentum...