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Visit the new Willow 25 display home at Redstone Estate to explore the design and experience the 2026 Colour Collection firsthand. It’s also a chance to discover Sunbury’s appealing mix of schools, shops, transport, green space and regional-meets-urban character.

The Lincoln center’s life around an expansive open-plan hub where kitchen, meals and family living connect easily to the outdoors. Built for 14-metre-wide lots, Homebuyers Centre's 27- and 29-square double-storey Lincoln floorplans bring bigger living to families who want space, smart zoning, real storage and upgrade paths that keep choices simple.

Confused about Lender's Mortgage Insurance (LMI)? Here's how LMI works in Victoria, when first home buyers pay it, and how the 5% Deposit Scheme can help you avoid it.

Your roof is one of the first things people notice about your home, and one of the last things many first-home buyers think carefully about. The colour, profile and finish you choose shape that feeling of being welcomed home – on the first day you walk through the door, and every day after that.

For first-home buyers considering a roofing upgrade, understanding the difference between a tile roof and a metal roof is a great place to start.

While bathrooms are inherently practical spaces, the right tile choices can transform them from purely functional rooms into places that feel calm, restful and enjoyable to spend time in.

Discover why elevating your tile choices is an opportunity to create a space that feels both beautiful and practical.

Your kitchen benchtop is truly the workhorse of the home – from the bountiful bustle of breakfast time and lunchbox prep to evenings of entertaining, or simply standing around for a catch-up over a cup of coffee.

Discover why upgrading to a stone benchtop is an opportunity to create a space that feels both beautiful and practical.

The Federal Budget 2026–27 introduces a range of housing measures focused on supporting new housing supply, improving affordability and encouraging residential construction growth across Victoria. This quick guide explores the key takeaways for home buyers, including updates to the Australian Government’s 5% deposit scheme and what the changes could mean for Victorian buyers considering building new.

The Lawson 25 at Armstrong Estate showcases a modern coastal-inspired home that blends relaxed interiors, functional family zoning and contemporary street appeal through its 2026 Colour Collection palettes. Designed for flexible living, it offers open-plan connection, private retreats and a lifestyle-focused location in Mt Duneed, appealing to first-home buyers seeking both comfort and style.

The Harvey 26 at Alamora offers visitors a glimpse of how contemporary design and relaxed lifestyle living can come together in one beautiful home.

For many first home buyers, saving a hefty 20% deposit feels like the biggest hurdle to owning a home – especially with cost-of-living pressures and everyday expenses continuing to climb. With Homebuyers Centre’s $5K* deposit pathway, you certainly can. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Harvey 23 at Ridglea estate blends Modern style with stunning street appeal, offering a family-friendly layout designed for comfort, flexibility and first-home confidence.

The Otway blending contemporary coastal ease with a hint of country charm, its bold modern gable and crisp board-and-batten cladding create a silhouette that feels just as at home by the sea as it does inland.