Construction Commences at Circa $192M Romeo Development
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Announcement PDF
18 September 2026
CONSTRUCTION COMMENCES AT ROMEO DEVELOPMENT
• Construction has commenced at the Romeo development in Applecross, Perth
• 66% of the project has been sold, representing 103 sales from the 155-lot
development
• Since its public market launch in March 2026, Romeo has achieved $121.1M in pre-
sales to date
• Since 1 August, 18 lots at Romeo have been sold for a total value of $26.3 million,
with investors accounting for approximately 50% of sales
• With an estimated end value of approximately $192 million, project completion is
anticipated in H1 FY2029
• Forms part of Finbar's five-year development pipeline valued at A$1.95 billion
Western Australia’s leading apartment development company, Finbar Group Limited (ASX:
FRI) (Finbar or the Company), is pleased to announce that construction has commenced at
its Romeo development in Applecross, Perth.
Since the public market launch in March 2026, Romeo has achieved 103 sales, including all
three ground-floor commercial lots, representing 66% of the total project sold and $121.1M
in pre-sales to date.
Romeo comprises 152 residential apartments across a mix of one-, two-and three-bedroom
configurations, together with three ground floor commercial lots, and resort-style resident
amenities. The development has an estimated end value of approximately $192 million and
is targeted for completion in H1 FY2029.
Situated within one of Perth's most sought-after riverside precincts, Romeo is metres from
the Swan River and in close proximity to Canning Bridge Station, providing residents with
convenient access to public transport and surrounding amenity. The project represents the
third and final stage of Finbar’s Applecross Precinct, following the successful delivery of the
Sabina and Aurora developments.
Across the Applecross Precinct, Finbar has delivered The Lane, a landscaped pedestrian
link connecting Canning Highway and Kintail Road, culminating with a new public plaza. The
precinct's connectivity is expected to be further improved by a proposed Swan River ferry
service, scheduled to commence by the end of 2027.
Romeo contributes to Finbar’s five-year development pipeline, valued at A$1.95 billion
across more than 1,900 units, supporting the Company’s earnings visibility and continued
growth.
Finbar CEO, Mr Ronald Chan, said:
“The start of construction at Romeo marks an important milestone for the project and reflects
the strong response received from buyers since its public market launch in March this year.
With 66% of the project already sold and A$121.1 million in pre-sales secured, Romeo
demonstrates the depth of demand for well-designed mid-market apartments in established
locations that offer access to transport, lifestyle amenity and the Swan River.
Importantly, despite the market headwinds that followed the negative gearing and CGT
reforms announced in the May 2026 Federal Budget, Finbar has recently experienced
encouraging sales momentum. Over the seven weeks from 1 August to date, Romeo
recorded strong pre-sales activity, with 18 lots sold for a total value of $26.3 million, of which
investors accounted for approximately 50% of purchasers.
Including these sales, the Group achieved 37 sales across both off-the-plan and completed
stock during the same period, with a total value of $44.3 million. Finbar’s total pre-sales
value now stands at $536 million, representing approximately 67% of available product sold
across its current projects. This recent activity provides a positive indication of underlying
buyer demand and the continued appeal of Finbar’s product notwithstanding the broader
market uncertainty.
As the third and final stage of our Applecross Precinct, Romeo will build on the successful
delivery of Sabina and Aurora and complete a precinct that Finbar has progressively
transformed through new residences, commercial spaces and improved high amenity
pedestrian connections.
Supported by a substantial five-year development pipeline and our disciplined approach to
capital management, we are well positioned to progress our current projects and continue
delivering sustainable, long-term value for shareholders.”
Shareholders and investors can engage with the management team on this announcement
here.
Figure 1 & 2: Artist Impression of Romeo. Romeo Development Site and Surrounding Applecross Area
– ENDS –
Authorised for release by Mr Ronald Chan, Chief Executive Officer.
For further information, please contact:
Scott Cameron
Company Secretary
Finbar Group Limited
Email: info@finbar.com.au
Shane Murphy / Elodie Castagna
FTI Consulting
Mobile: 0420 945 291 / 0427 065 551
Email: shane.murphy@fticonsulting.com /
elodie.castagna@fticonsulting.com
About Finbar
One of Western Australia's largest and most trusted apartment developers with more than 30 years of
experience delivering 80 landmark developments and over 7,600 apartments worth $4.6b. To find out
more, visit www.finbar.com.au or our Investor Hub.
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