Topping Out Milestone for Boyd Village

25 Feb 2025

On Monday, 24 February, key project partners gathered to celebrate the topping out of Indi Southbank, the highly anticipated build to rent (BTR) tower that is part of the Boyd Village Precinct at 132 Kavanagh Street, Southbank.

The ceremony, held on Level 43 of the soon-to-be-completed Indi Southbank marked the successful completion of the building’s major structural phase following two years of construction.

Hosted by PDG and Hamilton Marino, the event brought together representatives from Investa, Oxford Properties Group, and the City of Melbourne, including Lord Mayor, Hon. Nicholas Reece.

Lord Mayor, Nicholas Reece stated: “Build to Rent is an important pillar in Melbourne’s diverse and inclusive housing market. The Boyd Village offering delivers superb modern living, in sought-after Southbank. This milestone signals ongoing confidence in Melbourne as the best city to invest, build, and live.”

The Boyd Village precinct, named after the site’s rich history, is a collaborative effort between PDG and the City of Melbourne and will deliver a mix of residential and affordable housing and public amenities to benefit the local community.

PDG’s Founder and Managing Director, Vince Giuliano, said: “Indi Southbank will offer an unparalleled living experience at Boyd Village in the heart of Southbank, blending residential charm with expansive parks, green spaces, and a variety of leisure and co-working areas. These will perfectly complement the existing communal facilities at the heritage-listed Boyd Community Hub, which includes the library, café, and art studios.”

PDG has also partnered with Investa on this landmark project, featuring 434 apartments, including at least 40 affordable rental homes. Indi Southbank will form part of Investa’s BTR platform, Indi. Oxford will retain ownership of the building, with the exception of part of the ground floor and Level 1, which will house City of Melbourne-managed council facilities.

Indi Southbank will offer residents an exceptional inner-city lifestyle with rental flexibility, premium amenities, and a host of communal spaces. These include several private dining and entertainment rooms, podcast/media rooms, and a cocktail lounge on Level 42, offering breathtaking views of the city skyline.

Investa’s Chief Operating Officer – Real Estate, Sally Franklin, added: “Our goal is to transform and elevate the rental experience in Australia. We are committed to setting a new standard for modern living that comes with more freedom, flexibility and peace of mind. Indi Southbank will truly be ‘renting built around you.’”

Scheduled for completion in mid-2025 with residents moving in shortly after. The development is being overseen by PDG Construction Manager, Josh Griffiths.

To learn more about Boyd Village, visit https://pdg.com.au/project/boyd-village/