Crows Nest, Sydney – In a property market facing construction delays and high demand, TWT Property Group has reached a major milestone for Stage One of The Collective, its highly anticipated residential development on the Crows Nest side of St Leonards.
Moving ahead of schedule, the completion of the basement concrete pour and commencement of vertical construction was celebrated on Friday, 11 October, with a special Ground Building Ceremony.
TWT’s “Ground Building” is a new approach that celebrates progress beyond the traditional groundbreaking. The event marks the moment when a project officially begins its vertical ascent, moving from foundation works to tangible construction progress.
Stage One of The Collective – ‘The Atchison’ – includes the first of the development’s four buildings, comprised of 93 units across 16 levels, conveniently located only a four-minute walk to the St Leonards train station and just 300 metres from the brand-new Crows Nest Metro Station.
With Sydney’s Lower North Shore experiencing escalating land values and tight housing supply, The Collective has attracted significant buyer interest, thanks to its prime location and thoughtful design. The development will provide a much-needed blend of apartment sizes designed to meet the requirements of a variety of homebuyers, including young professionals and downsizers.
Gavin Zhang, General Manager of TWT Property Group, said of Friday’s ceremony that the event marks an exciting turning point for the project and the community, with The Collective now “moving beyond the ground”.
“This Ground Building Ceremony celebrates the tangible progress we’re making in bringing this project to life ahead of schedule. It’s a unique moment that reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional, well-connected homes in strategic locations.”
TWT’s construction partner, Westbourne Constructions, has been crucial in pushing the project forward. Derek Pearson, Director of Westbourne Constructions, shared his pride in the work completed to date. “At Westbourne, we pride ourselves on delivering quality construction on time and on budget. Today’s event is a celebration of what we’ve already achieved and the exciting next phase of vertical construction. “We look forward to continuing our partnership with TWT to create high-quality homes that reflect the needs of this vibrant, growing community.”
A vibrant future for Crows Nest
With The Collective continuing to take shape, the project is set to become a key landmark in the Crows Nest precinct, offering not just housing but also a space where creativity and community flourish.
With its integration of commercial spaces, including artist studios, The Collective builds on TWT’s legacy of blending residential living with creativity and community connection.
As construction moves ahead of schedule, TWT anticipates continued strong demand as the project nears its next phases. The project is slated for completion in Q3 2026.
To register interest and learn more about The Collective, visit https://thecollective.sydney/, call 1800388100 or visit the display at 64 Atchison Street, open Wednesday to Sunday 10am – 4pm or by private appointment.
