04 Jan 2010 First-time buyers still benefit from new home grants in Victoria

02 Feb 2010

New release helps meet demand for Greenvale Lakes

Peet Limited is anticipating a strong response to the release of another 24 homesites at its Greenvale Lakes community, 25 kilometres north of Melbourne, on Saturday 27 February 2010. Last year, strong homebuyer demand saw 75 homesites in Greenvale Lakes’ Parklands precinct snapped up just in two land releases a few weeks apart.  Each time, the homesites sold within hours.

Peet Limited Managing Director and CEO Brendan Gore said the new Biltmore release would help meet the very significant demand for homesites in the Parklands precinct. “The Parklands is proving to be popular with growing families – first and second homebuyers making the most of the opportunity to upgrade to Greenvale Lakes’ relaxed way of life,” Mr Gore said.

The Biltmore release includes 24 ample lots of between 400sqm and 686sqm. The homesites are ideally located close to the Roxburgh Rise Primary School and Kolbe Catholic College.

The new Biltmore release is also within walking distance of a Wetlands park, currently under development.  The park will include playground equipment, which is set to be installed by mid-2010, plus cycling and pedestrian paths and plenty of open space.

Homebuyers can make appointments for the 27 February 2010 land sale in advance by phoning the Greenvale Lakes land sales office on (03) 9308 6333 or 0425 741 891. A fully refundable $1,000 deposit is required to secure an appointment time.

All purchasers who select a homesite on 27 February 2010 will be required to pay a $15,000 deposit to secure their purchase.

For more information on the Biltmore release, contact Greenvale Lakes Sales Representative Matthew Petherick on (03) 9308 6333 or 0425 741 891, visit the Greenvale Lakes land sales office at 1 Somerton Road, Greenvale, from 12 to 5pm Saturday to Wednesday or log onto www.greenvalelakes.com.au.

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02 Feb 2010 New release helps meet demand for Greenvale Lakes

04 Jan 2010

First-time buyers still benefit from new home grants in Victoria

Despite the First Home Owners’ Boost expiring on 31 December 2009, first-time buyers in Victoria can still claim up to $18,000 to build their dream new home at a Peet community.

Eligible first homebuyers can take advantage of the First Home Owners Grant which can provide $7,000 towards the cost of their new home.

As well as this, new purchasers may also be eligible for an additional $11,000 First Home Bonus, giving them a total of up to $18,000 towards their new home at a Peet estate.

Peet Limited CEO and Managing Director Brendan Gore said first-time buyers should act now to take full advantage of the generous financial incentives still on offer.

“Recognising the demand for affordable homesites in highly sought-after locations across Melbourne, Peet is continuing to deliver a broad range of options that are attracting first-time buyers to our communities,” Mr Gore said.

“Peet offers a variety of lot sizes and prices meaning buyers will find a homesite that suits their budget and their needs now and into the future.

“All Peet communities offer good access to local facilities and services, including schools, shopping and transport links.”

Peet Limited currently has land available across Melbourne, from Cardinia Lakes in Pakenham to the new Skye Valley community just outside Frankston.

Other Peet estates include Brimbank Gardens in Derrimut, Greenvale Lakes in Greenvale, the established Point Cook living at Innisfail, and growing communities at The Rise and Tarneit Gardens in Tarneit.

In addition to the State Government incentives, purchasers at Peet communities in Victoria may also benefit from other Peet incentives and bonus packages available at some estates, which make it even easier and more affordable to build their new home at a Peet community.

To find out more about Peet in Victoria, visit www.peet.com.au, or for more information about the First Home Owners Grant, visit www.sro.vic.gov.au.

30 Sep 2009 Last chance for $25,000 in grants!

04 Jan 2010 First-time buyers still benefit from new home grants in Victoria

05 Nov 2009

Get involved! Do your bit during National Recycling Week

With the 14th annual Planet Ark National Recycling Week kicking off next week Peet is encouraging Greenvale Lakes residents to get involved!

As part of the weeks activities the City of Hume is promoting community reuse and recycling by hosting a ‘Big Swap Party’ on Sunday (15 November) at the Broadmeadows Community Festival at Civic Plaza from 10am to 5pm.

This gives you the opportunity to bring three items of clothing or toys and swap them with other participants – registrations will be open from 11am and the Swap Party will take place from 12pm to 2pm.

To book, or find out more information visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au or contact the Council’s Customer Service Centre on 3205 0555. 

To find out more about National Recycling Week visit http://recyclingweek.planetark.org/.

Did you know? City of Hume residents can arrange for a free home pick-up of up to three cubic metres of hard rubbish at their convenience.  To find out more call the Council’s Customer Service Centre on 9205 2200.

18 Aug 2009 Eagerly anticipated land released at Greenvale Lakes

05 Nov 2009 Get involved! Do your bit during National Recycling Week

30 Sep 2009

Last chance for $25,000 in grants!

First homebuyers can still claim $25,000 to build their dream new home a Peet estate in Victoria! But, with the deadline for the First Home Owners’ Boost (FHOB) is fast approaching, first homebuyers should act now to enjoy the benefit of the Boost before the year is over.

First homebuyers who sign a contract to build a new home on or before 31 December 2009 could be eligible for a FHOB of $7,000, another $7,000 First Home Owners Grant plus an $11,000 First Home Bonus, which total a huge $25,000 in assistance.

When combined with low interest rates, stamp duty concessions and the broad range of affordable lots currently available, now is the ideal time to secure a new homesite at a Peet estate in Victoria.

Peet has communities with land available across Melbourne, from Greenvale in the north to Pakenham in the south. All communities are well located to make the most of local and community facilities, including schools, shopping and transport links.

From popular Brimbank Gardens in Derrimut, through to established Point Cook living at Innisfail, and a new boutique community in Skye, buyers will find a Peet estate that complements their lifestyle.

Buyers can choose from neat cottage lots, through to generously proportioned blocks, perfect for growing families. The broad selection ensures buyers will find a homesite that suits their needs and budget.

So, act now to make the most of the grants on offer:

16 Jun 2009 Buyers Take Advantage of Home Affordability High

30 Sep 2009 Last chance for $25,000 in grants!

18 Aug 2009

Eagerly anticipated land released at Greenvale Lakes

First homebuyers are expected to be at the ‘front of the queue’ when Peet Limited releases the first homesites at Greenvale Lakes in more than a year on Saturday
29 August 2009.

A total of 34 homesites will be launched in the new Parklands precinct at the popular estate, located 25 kilometres north of Melbourne and minutes from both Greenvale and Craigieburn town centres.

Set against the backdrop of the Greenvale Reservoir, Greenvale Lakes offers open space and affordable contemporary living within a master-planned community.

The first release in the Parklands precinct at Greenvale Lakes will be in the Westbury stage, which offers homesites priced from $149,000 to $219,000 and sized from 350sqm to a generous 898sqm.

The affordable homesites are ideal for buyers seeking to upgrade, as well as first homebuyers keen to take advantage of the full First Home Owners’ Boost before it halves after 30 September 2009.

Homebuyers can register their interest with Peet Limited before 29 August 2009 and pay a refundable $1,000 deposit to select their new homesite at Greenvale Lakes.

Peet Limited Managing Director and CEO Brendan Gore said the inaugural Parklands release was expected to generate significant interest from buyers wanting to build a new home to suit their lifestyle needs in Melbourne’s north.

“The Parklands precinct is ideal for homebuyers wanting to join a growing community positioned close to a range of local services and facilities,” Mr Gore said.

“Peet is currently working on plans for the first park in the estate, which we expect to start construction next year, and there’s already an established Catholic primary school and open spaces for growing families to enjoy.”

13 May 2009 Home Owners Boost Extended

18 Aug 2009 Eagerly anticipated land released at Greenvale Lakes

16 Jun 2009

Buyers Take Advantage of Home Affordability High

Latest Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) statistics show Australia has the highest level of housing affordability in close to six years, with the proportion of family income required to meet loan repayments dropping to 28.6%.

Peet Limited Managing Director and CEO Brendan Gore said the news was reflected in strong interest from buyers at Peet estates since the start of the year, especially first homebuyers benefiting from generous government grants.

"Peet has a range of affordable, quality homesites available at six estates in popular areas throughout Melbourne's outer suburbs," Mr Gore said

"Since the start of the year, we have seen increasing numbers of buyers taking advantage of the broad choice of homesites, low interest rates and buyer incentives on offer, to secure a new home.

"First homebuyers have been particularly active, with young investors using the grants to purchase their first homes while unprecedented incentives are available."

First homebuyers in Victoria enjoy the most generous first home owner grants in the country. From 1 July to 30 September 2009, they can access up to $32,000 in state and federal grants.

Homebuyers wanting to take advantage of excellent home affordability and good market conditions can realise their dream of building a new home at a Peet estate today, by selecting from homesites currently available at:
• Brimbank Gardens in Derrimut
• Cardinia Lakes, Pakenham
• Greenvale Lakes, Greenvale
• Innisfail, Point Cook
• Tarneit Gardens, Tarneit
• The Rise, Tarneit

For more information, select the estate of your choice above or visit www.peet.com.au

31 Oct 2008 Thousands More Good Reason To Build A Dream Home At a Peet Limited Estate

16 Jun 2009 Buyers Take Advantage of Home Affordability High

13 May 2009

Home Owners Boost Extended

First homebuyers in Victoria can now access the most generous grants in Australia to build a new home at a Peet estate.

The Federal Government announced yesterday that the First Home Owners Boost (FHOB) would be on offer for another six months – though halving after 30 September 2009.

For eligible first homebuyers entering into contracts between 1 July and 30 September 2009 (inclusive) the FHOB will continue to provide $14,000 toward the purchase of new homes.

This is in addition to the $18,000 in other grants, including the First Home Owners Grant, already available to eligible first home owners, and the State’s First Home Bonus.

That means from 1 July until 30 September 2009, eligible first home owners signing a contract to build a home for less than $600,000 in metropolitan Victoria can receive up to $32,000 to help get themselves established!

Between 1 October 2009 and 31 December 2009, the FHOB for the purchase of new homes will halve to $7,000, so the total grants available to eligible first home owners who sign contracts during that period will be $25,000.

Peet Limited Managing Director and CEO Brendan Gore has welcomed the extension of the FHOB on behalf first homebuyers.
Mr Gore said the steps involved in selecting a homesite and home design before signing a building contract meant time had been quickly running out for many eligible buyers before the extension was announced.

“Peet is pleased to offer a range of quality, affordable homesites to meet the needs of first homebuyers,” he said.

“The next few months give first homebuyers the ideal opportunity to secure a new home at a time when there’s a good choice of homesites available at very competitive prices and interest rates are low.”

While the extra State Government bonus is available from 1 July 2009, homebuyers are encouraged to act today to ensure they have time to select a lot and home design.

Before making a grant application, first homebuyers will need to:
• find a homesite
• choose their preferred builder
• select a home design
• sign the building contract

So, act now to access these first home owners’ grants:

16 Oct 2008 Boost for Buyers at Peet Estates

13 May 2009 Home Owners Boost Extended

31 Oct 2008

Thousands More Good Reason To Build A Dream Home At a Peet Limited Estate

Interest rate cuts, stamp duty concessions and a $26,000 cash boost for first home buyers means building a brand new home at a Peet Limited estate is even more affordable.

First home buyers simply need to purchase their home site and sign a building contract between 14 October 2008 and 30 June 2009 to access their share of the Federal Government's new $1.5 billion First Home Owners Boost.

Supplemented by a $5,000 State Government's first home owner bonus – the two deliver a giant $26,000 kick start for first home buyers in Victoria.

First home buyers also save thousands through State Government stamp duty cuts announced earlier this year.

Plus, interest rate falls have seen some lenders drop their rates by more than 1% in the past two months. For a purchaser borrowing around $300,000, the savings quickly add up to around $2,200 over a full year.

When combined, the savings add up to thousands of good reasons to purchase a new homesite at a Peet estate in Victoria.

For more information about the Federal Government's First Home Owners Boost visit www.firsthome.gov.au

To find out more about Peet estates visit www.peet.com.au

04 Jun 2008 The Pinnacle of living

31 Oct 2008 Thousands More Good Reason To Build A Dream Home At a Peet Limited Estate

16 Oct 2008

Boost for Buyers at Peet Estates

Securing a homesite in a Peet estate has become even more affordable thanks to the Federal Government’s First Home Owners Boost – a giant $21,000 kick start for first homebuyers who build or purchase a newly constructed home.

This new help for first homebuyers makes it even easier and more affordable to enter the property market and build their own home.

Buyers simply need to sign up between 14 October 2008 and 30 June 2009 to be eligible for this extra assistance, which supplements the first home owner schemes already in place at a State and Territory level.

Peet Limited Managing Director and CEO Brendan Gore said the Federal Government’s First Home Owners Boost is a good incentive for first homebuyers.

“Affordability is always a key issue for Peet in the planning and development of new estates,” he said.

“And it’s really pleasing to see State and Federal Government measures to help first-home buyers.”

“This is a massive boost for first homebuyers who can now turn their dream of owning their own home into reality.

“We’ll continue to address the affordability with a range of products and variety of block sizes to meet the needs of the market,” said Mr Gore.

For further information about the Federal Government’s First Home Owners Boost visit www.firsthome.gov.au or, to find out more about Peet Estates around the country, visit www.peet.com.au.

09 Apr 2008 A view to come home to at Greenvale Lakes

16 Oct 2008 Boost for Buyers at Peet Estates

04 Jun 2008

The Pinnacle of living

The spectacular views over the Greenvale Reservoir extending to Melbourne's city skyline and Port Phillip Bay beyond are just one of the reasons for the popularity of Peet Limited's Greenvale Lakes.

The estate's location puts residents in easy reach of Melbourne's CBD with Tullamarine Freeway, Hume Highway and Western Ring Road making it just 25 kilometres north of the Melbourne CBD.

Some 2,000 households will ultimately join the Greenvale Lakes community and be able to enjoy the beautiful parklands and stunning Greenvale Reservoir. At the same time, residents will be in close proximity to schools, shops and sporting facilities.

Peet Limited Managing Director Brendan Gore said Greenvale Lakes is a compelling proposition for many buyers.

"Opportunities to secure elevated homesites with sweeping views are rare," he said. "Families, couples and singles alike are being attracted to the growing community and its easy access to all the amenities and facilities they are looking for."

There are four precincts at Greenvale Lakes – The Gardens, The Views, The Pinnacle and The Point – each designed with their own distinctive landscaping theme.

Homesites are currently available in the Pinnacle precinct, ideally located on the slopes of Mt Aitken. The popularity of recent releases has left only 11 lots remaining ranging in size from 680sqm to 1,017sqm and priced between $190,000 and $320,000. An added attraction for all purchasers is Peet Limited's Flying Start package, which at Greenvale Lakes includes fencing, water wise front garden landscaping and a $5,000 early settlement rebate – making it easier and more affordable to build and establish their new home.

The Greenvale Lakes Sales Office, located at 1 Somerton Road, Greenvale is open from 12pm to 5pm Saturday to Thursday. For further sales information please contact Peet Limited's Greenvale Lakes Sales Manager Matthew Petherick on 9308 6333 or 0425 741 891, or visit www.greenvalelakes.com.au

04 Jun 2008 The Pinnacle of living

09 Apr 2008

A view to come home to at Greenvale Lakes

Stunning views, generous lot sizes and easy access to great amenities are attracting buyers to Peet Limited's Greenvale Lakes.

Discerning buyers will have the opportunity to buy into this prestigious estate with the upcoming release of Stage 8C in The Pinnacles precinct.

The 15 generous size homesites are ideally located on the slopes of Mt Aitken with views over the Greenvale Reservoir extending to Melbourne's city skyline and Port Phillip Bay beyond.

The lots, ranging in size from 627sqm to 1017sqm and priced between $199,000 and $320,000 will be released for sale on Saturday 19 April on site at 9am.

Peet Limited Managing Director Brendan Gore said he expected a high level of interest in the upcoming release.

"Buyers have responded positively to the Estate and the first two releases in the Pinnacles precinct sold out in a matter of days," said Mr Gore.

"Opportunities to secure elevated homesites with sweeping views are rare," he said. "Feedback from interested buyers has told us that combined with the chance to be part of growing community and access to all the amenities and facilities buyers are looking for makes Greenvale Lakes a compelling proposition."

The Pinnacle is one of four precincts – the other three being The Gardens, The View and The Point – at Greenvales Lakes. Each of the precincts has been designed with their own distinctive landscaping theme.

Greenvale Lakes will ultimately be home to some 2,000 households with buyers able to enjoy the beautiful parklands and stunning Greenvale Reservoir. At the same time, residents will be in close proximity to schools, shops and sporting facilities.

The estate's location also means residents will be in easy reach of Melbourne's CBD with Tullamarine Freeway, Hume Highway and Western Ring Road making it just 25 minutes drive to the city.

An added attraction for all purchasers is Peet Limited's Flying Start package, which at Greenvale Lakes includes fencing, water wise front garden landscaping and a $5,000 early settlement rebate – making it easier and more affordable to build and establish their new home.

The Greenvale Lakes Sales Office, located at 1 Somerton Road, Greenvale is open from 12pm to 5pm Saturday to Thursday. For further sales information please contact Peet Limited's Greenvale Lakes Sales Manager Matthew Petherick on 9308 6333 or 0425 741 891, or visit www.greenvalelakes.com.au