Commercial Development and Major Projects

In recent years, infrastructure projects have created new and innovative property development opportunities. From over-rail station developments, value capture opportunities, brownfield renewal projects to new CBD developments, Corrs has played a market-leading role.

We advise governments, investors, sponsors, construction contractors, operators, equity investors and debt financiers on all types of major economic, transport-orientated, social, electricity, water and telecommunications infrastructure projects.

We also have extensive experience in industrial, office and other commercial developments across Australia, acting for developers and property owners, advising on acquisitions and disposals of industrial, office and logistics portfolios, as well as development, leasing, planning and construction related matters.

Having advised on some of Australia’s major leasing projects, we also have in-depth expertise in fitout delivery models and managing risks of existing lease liabilities. We partner with our clients to create delivery models that unlock value of major office relocations and recommitments, including improved operational productivity, cost reductions and positive brand exposure.

Very experienced and knowledge of the market and the law. Highly commercial and great and negotiating commercial outcomes.

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Its deep bench of experts provides clients with a start-to-finish service on development matters, and includes an accomplished leasing practice that services many of Australia's largest companies.

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Queensland Government – Gold Coast Light Rail

Continuing to represent the Queensland Government with respect to the proposed Stage 3A of the Gold Coast Light Rail project. Stage Three A includes 7.2 kilometres of dual track; 2 new stations; and associated facilities. The project requires innovative procurement arrangements to facilitate competitive negotiations with the operator of Stage One and Stage 2. We previously represented the Queensland Government with respect to Stage One and Stage Two of this landmark project for Australia.

Grocon

Acting for Grocon on their bid to Sydney Metro Authority for an integrated station development project to develop Pitt Street Metro Station, a mixed-use northern office tower and separate southern residential tower in what is one of Sydney largest development sites.

Woolworths

Acted on the acquisition of 160,000 m2 of land and the subsequent development of Woolworths’ strategic and highly automated distribution centre in Dandenong, Victoria. Corrs subsequently acted on the sale of the land and development by way of fund through sale to Charter Hall.

Crown Resorts – One Barangaroo

Advising Crown in relation to its off the plan sales for the residential apartments at One Barangaroo. Corrs prepared the master sales contract having regard to the complex title arrangements of Barangaroo South and Infrastructure NSW requirements, and our Developer Sales Group is acting on the conveyance of the high‑end luxury apartments.

University of Melbourne

Continues to represent University of Melbourne in relation to its acquisition and development of a new campus to create a world-class engineering school. While the acquisition is being transacted via a contract of sale, a 299-year ground lease was also negotiated to facilitate early access for stage 1 construction on part of the site while the GMH (the previous owner) continues to occupy the balance. As this site is part of innovation precinct at Fishermans Bend and so a site development agreement was required to regulate access, complimentary uses, planning controls etc.

National Australia Bank

Acted in procuring a purpose built, award winning office building in the Melbourne Docklands precinct. The deal involved NAB leasing over 60,000 m2 of commercial office space for an initial term of 15 years with options to extend for two further terms of 5 years. Corrs partnered with NAB from the inception of the deal and our involvement has enabled us to continually add value to this important office project for NAB. Corrs has advised on the legal strategy, bid process, negotiations and legal documentation to help NAB achieve the best possible outcome for its stakeholders.