December '09

Amendment C37 to the Surf Coast Shire Planning Scheme

In August 2009, the Independent Panel appointed to consider Amendment C37 to the Surf Coast Shire Planning Scheme, re-affirmed the strategic direction for the Amex landholding which is situated within the 'land one kilomtere west of Duffields Road', by designating it as Torquay's 'Future Urban Growth Corridor'. Following consideration of the Independent Panel's recommendations, the Surf Coast Shire Council adopted Amendment C37 at its meeting in September 2009. Amendment C37 is currently with the Department of Planning and Community Development awaiting Ministerial sign-off.

December '09

Wellard - Major Milestone Achieved

A major development milestone was achieved in December 2009, with the Western Australian Planning Commission approving the rezoning of Amex's land to 'urban'. This significant achievement is the result of a collaborative approach from the Department of Planning, the Town of Kwinana and Amex's experienced project team, and now allows detailed planning and design to proceed. It is expected that the first lots will be released to the market in early 2011.

October '09

Valencia Springs Sells Quickly in Uncertain Economic Times

Upon release on Stage 7 at the end of October 2009, all 18 lots were under contract within 3 weeks. This was a remarkable achievement given the difficult state of the economy and the market in general at the time. Amex looks forward to delivering the next stage in the first half of 2010.

October '09

Ripley Valley Master Planned Area Structure Plan

In August 2009, Ipswich City Council resolved to approve and incorporate the Ripley Valley Master Planned Area Structure Plan as the new Part 15 of their Planning Scheme. The new amendment to the planning scheme became operational on 18th September 2009. The document now provides the statutory framework to enable the overall development intent for the Ripley Valley to be informed through the vision, themes and key development outcomes outlined. The first Neighbourhood Master Plan for the Secondary Urban Centre East is now expected to be lodged at Council in mid December 2009.

August '09

2009 Variety Charity Home at Tuart Ridge

Amex's sponsorship of the 2009 Variety Charity Home has been an outstanding success, with the stunning 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home now sold to an excited purchaser. Variety WA Executive Director Michael Pailthorpe said "We hope to net up to $200,000 from the sale of the home, using that money to fund tangible equipment and projects like the recent Variety Malibu House (independent living centre) at the Malibu Special School in Safety Bay". In 2009, Variety WA has contributed almost $2m to individual children and their families, in addition to 78 different children's charities and organisations.

August '09

Strong Demand For Quality Residential Land in Baldivis

The resurgence of the second homebuyers into the Baldivis market has seen Amex accelerate their development program. Sales in the recent Stage 5 release have been better than expected with a number of purchasers upgrading from surrounding areas. The February 2010 release of Stage 6 is already attracting significant interest, so anybody interested should contact the Estate Sales Manager, Lorraine Anthony from the Satterley Property Group on 9368 9078.

August '09

Tuart Ridge Primary School

Work has commenced on the first stage of the Tuart Ridge Primary School that will result in temporary early childhood facilities opening in February 2010. The commencement of the school is a major achievement which has been made possible by the shared vision of the Department of Education and Training, the City of Rockingham and Amex Corporation.