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Meet the Hugo 29 at Oak Grove Estate in Clyde North, featuring a clever family-friendly layout, fresh Otway Light facade and relaxed Scandi-meets-Cali interiors.

Meet the first-home buyers behind ABN Group's 100,000th home. For them, it's the start of an exciting new chapter. For us, it's a reminder of why we love helping first-home buyers get into their very own brand-new homes.

Thinking about induction cooking? Discover how it works, why it’s becoming more common in new homes and what to know before making the switch.

Looking for the right block of land? Learn what to consider when choosing land in Victoria, from location and title status to block dimensions, orientation and site conditions.

Building a new home involves a few key stages before and during construction. Learn what can affect your build timeline and what to expect along the way.

If you already own land and are getting ready to build, having a clear picture of the costs involved can help you understand what may fit your budget and what to plan for next. This guide covers the main areas to consider when working through your build budget.

From quick weeknight dinners to having friends over, your kitchen appliances are part of everyday life. Meet Westinghouse, our appliance partner, and discover what its practical approach to design means for your new Homebuyers Centre kitchen.

ABN Group has been recognised as Australia's largest Australian-owned builder in the HIA Housing 100. Discover what this means for Homebuyers Centre customers.

Whether townhouses are a good investment in Victoria depends on three things: the land component, the location, and the ongoing costs attached to ownership. There is no blanket yes or no. This page covers what drives a townhouse's investment potential, how land ownership works across different title structures, and the ongoing expenses you should factor into your numbers before buying.

For first home buyers, a townhouse may provide a more accessible path into a preferred area. For downsizers, it can mean less maintenance without giving up comfortable living. For investors, a modern home in a growing community may appeal to tenants looking for space, convenience and easy upkeep.

So, what exactly is a townhouse, and how do you know whether townhouse living is right for you? Let’s take a closer look.

For investors, Melbourne offers a compelling alternative, with a significant price gap between the two cities and more affordable house and land opportunities in Melbourne’s growing corridors.

Discover why investing interstate could be easier than you think.

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.