News & Knowledge
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Ferntree Ridge – May Update
We have lots of exciting developments to report this month, as Ferntree Ridge continues to take shape.
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Ferntree Park Grand Opening Celebration
A fantastic day was had by all at the Ferntree Park Grand Opening last weekend. Hundreds of local families, young couples and local residents turned out to celebrate Drouin’s newest park.
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Baw Baw Shire set for population boom?
For almost 20 years, Victoria has seen a slow and steady stream of city dwellers severing ties with suburbia to fall in love with a country lifestyle. Year on year, the number of regional migrants has crept up as transport links, technology, infrastructure and employment prospects improved in rural Victoria and dissatisfaction with city life has grown.
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Government increases support for 10,000 First Home Buyers to kickstart the economy
First Home Buyers are big winners in this week’s Federal Budget announcement. On Tuesday, the Government revealed the 2020-2021 path to economic recovery and once again looked to the construction industry to create jobs and rebuild the nation’s economy.
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Escape to the Country
Working from home, along with the introduction of the HomeBuilder Grant, has prompted many city dwellers to explore more affordable rural and coastal property markets. The long held dream of working from a home in an idyllic, rural community is now a possibility.
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$25,000 HomeBuilder Grant Ends Soon!
Landgipps has titled land, and house & land packages available for home buyers to take advantage of the huge Government incentives available right now.
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First Home Buyers can save up to $50K*
There has never been a better time to easily enter the property market. As a first home buyer you may be eligible to take advantage of multiple financial assistance schemes to finally make owning a Landgipps dream home, your reality.
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South Brew Cafe at Ferntree Ridge Drouin!
We are excited to share that South Brew Cafe are now open at Ferntree Ridge Drouin serving up a delicious menu of toasties, pies and sweets as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks!
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Ferntree Ridge – Stage 8 Release Fast Tracked!
Stage 8 has been fast tracked to launch on Saturday 4th of July exclusively to our partner builder customers!
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Ferntree Ridge Construction Update – May 2020
We are excited to see Ferntree Ridge continuing to grow with many homes being finished and new residents moving in. Even with the current COVID-19 impacts we remain committed to continuing to develop this fantastic community.
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Ferntree Ridge Construction Update – March 2020
We are excited to see Ferntree Ridge evolving from an construction site into a community. As you make your way round the estate you will see many homes currently under construction.
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Ferntree Ridge – Save $30k off selected Stage 2 lots*
Don’t miss the perfect opportunity to secure a large block at Ferntree Ridge! For a limited time save $30,000 on selected lots in Stage 2*