Media

2021

Stamp duty cut creates buyer bargains
AFR 22/5/2021
"The budget discounts would reduce the cost for buyers of a $700,000 two bedroom apartment - which already had its circa-$35,000 stamp duty impost halved - by about $17,500, a "significant" saving in dollar terms, Mr Williams estimated."

2021

Stamp duty cut creates buyer bargains
AFR 22/5/2021
"The budget discounts would reduce the cost for buyers of a $700,000 two bedroom apartment - which already had its circa-$35,000 stamp duty impost halved - by about $17,500, a "significant" saving in dollar terms, Mr Williams estimated."

2021

Vic tax will dry up land supply, developers warn
AFR 20/5/2021
"Residential land supply will dry up, construction activity will slow and housing affordability will worsen if Victoria goes ahead with a new windfall tax on rezoned land and other property tax increases, the state's top private developers warn."
Canberra to push apartment living
AFR 30/04/2021
"Melbourne-based developer, UDIA Victoria president and former Financial Review Rich Lister Ashley Williams said the help most needed was an incentive to clear completed stock and give developers confidence to start new projects."
Apartments build rates 'heading for a cliff'
The Age 29/04/2021
"Developer Ashley Williams, who is also the UDIA's Victorian president, said his company Evolve had faced a challenge selling all the apartments in its recently finished Botanic project in Southbank, unlike its house-and-land packages on Melbourne's northern fringe, which were 'selling like hotcakes'."
Pallas 'Be creative' with CBD stock
AFR 24/2/2021
"Developers of thousands of unsold apartments in the Melbourne CBD should think "more creatively" about ways to dispose of that stock, such as by converting it to build-to-rent housing, the Victorian Treasurer says......'Only a small portion of the industry thinks BTR is viable in the medium-to-long term' said Ashley Williams."

2021

Vic tax will dry up land supply, developers warn
AFR 20/5/2021
"Residential land supply will dry up, construction activity will slow and housing affordability will worsen if Victoria goes ahead with a new windfall tax on rezoned land and other property tax increases, the state's top private developers warn."
Canberra to push apartment living
AFR 30/04/2021
"Melbourne-based developer, UDIA Victoria president and former Financial Review Rich Lister Ashley Williams said the help most needed was an incentive to clear completed stock and give developers confidence to start new projects."
Apartments build rates 'heading for a cliff'
The Age 29/04/2021
"Developer Ashley Williams, who is also the UDIA's Victorian president, said his company Evolve had faced a challenge selling all the apartments in its recently finished Botanic project in Southbank, unlike its house-and-land packages on Melbourne's northern fringe, which were 'selling like hotcakes'."
Pallas 'Be creative' with CBD stock
AFR 24/2/2021
"Developers of thousands of unsold apartments in the Melbourne CBD should think "more creatively" about ways to dispose of that stock, such as by converting it to build-to-rent housing, the Victorian Treasurer says......'Only a small portion of the industry thinks BTR is viable in the medium-to-long term' said Ashley Williams."

2020

Failed settlements present a big risk
AFR 17/06/2020
"A sluggish recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic poses the biggest threat to the property market, development industry professionals say.....'The result is, unfortunately, going to be less consumers, buyers in the market' Ashley Williams said."

2020

Failed settlements present a big risk
AFR 17/06/2020
"A sluggish recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic poses the biggest threat to the property market, development industry professionals say.....'The result is, unfortunately, going to be less consumers, buyers in the market' Ashley Williams said."

2019

Overpriced Lots Holding Melbourne Back
AFR - 21/11/2019
"Buyers face a 12-month wait between signing a purchase contract and settling. ...'We need to look at why we're selling so far ahead in Melbourne,' said Ashley Williams, president of the UDIA Victoria and founder of developer Evolve."
Ron Walker's Risk Advice Holds True
AFR 17/10/2019
"In his first major interview since his Evolve Development business partner, the renowned businessman Ron Walker, passed away in January 2018, Mr Williams said one of the great lessons Mr Walker had taught him was being conservative and managing risk...."

2019

Overpriced Lots Holding Melbourne Back
AFR - 21/11/2019
"Buyers face a 12-month wait between signing a purchase contract and settling. ...'We need to look at why we're selling so far ahead in Melbourne,' said Ashley Williams, president of the UDIA Victoria and founder of developer Evolve."
Ron Walker's Risk Advice Holds True
AFR 17/10/2019
"In his first major interview since his Evolve Development business partner, the renowned businessman Ron Walker, passed away in January 2018, Mr Williams said one of the great lessons Mr Walker had taught him was being conservative and managing risk...."

2018

Investor Loans Easing Tipped to Have
AFR - 20/12/2018
"Developer Ashley Williams says the prudential regulator's decision to lift caps on investor loans will not help him sell the remaining 12 units in his Southbank project. "

2018

Investor Loans Easing Tipped to Have
AFR - 20/12/2018
"Developer Ashley Williams says the prudential regulator's decision to lift caps on investor loans will not help him sell the remaining 12 units in his Southbank project. "

2017

Slowdown Looms, Warn Developers
The Age - 17/05/2017
"Property developers are leading a revolt against the state government's stamp duty charges, with 24 industry leaders signing a letter warning of a "dramatic slowdown" and "significant impact" on construction jobs. "
Evolve Snares Footscray Site for $8.5m
The Age - 07/06/2017
"Property developer Evolve has splashed out $8.51 million on a Footscray site offloaded by the state government."

2017

Slowdown Looms, Warn Developers
The Age - 17/05/2017
"Property developers are leading a revolt against the state government's stamp duty charges, with 24 industry leaders signing a letter warning of a "dramatic slowdown" and "significant impact" on construction jobs. "
Evolve Snares Footscray Site for $8.5m
The Age - 07/06/2017
"Property developer Evolve has splashed out $8.51 million on a Footscray site offloaded by the state government."

2016

Rich Listers 21k Buyers Incentive
AFR - 17/11/2016
"Melbourne developer Evolve, founded by BRW rich-listers Ashley Williams and Ron Walker, has dangled a $21,000 carrot in front of first time home buyers and local investors as overseas demand for off-the-plan apartments dwindles."
Melbourne Apartments Peaked
AFR - 27/09/2016
"BRW rich lister Ashley Williams says Melbourne's off-the-plan apartment market has peaked with fewer investors participating amid heightening concerns about oversupply and higher taxes imposed on foreign buyers"

2016

Rich Listers 21k Buyers Incentive
AFR - 17/11/2016
"Melbourne developer Evolve, founded by BRW rich-listers Ashley Williams and Ron Walker, has dangled a $21,000 carrot in front of first time home buyers and local investors as overseas demand for off-the-plan apartments dwindles."
Melbourne Apartments Peaked
AFR - 27/09/2016
"BRW rich lister Ashley Williams says Melbourne's off-the-plan apartment market has peaked with fewer investors participating amid heightening concerns about oversupply and higher taxes imposed on foreign buyers"

2015

Sumitomo Buys More Housing
The Age - 09/09/2015
"Japanese industrial conglomerate Sumitomo has expanded its land holdings in Melbourne's north, buying out Evolve Development's Annadale housing estate in Merrifield."
Wollert Development To Be New Northern Suburb
The Age - 26/09/2015
"Housing estates worth hundreds of millions of dollars, and set to accommodate tens of thousands of people, are set to replace 130.5 hectares of former farmland in Wollert, a community until recently considered to be on Melbourne's northern outskirts, but which is now on track to being middle-suburbia. "
Ron Rakes In The Profits
Herald Sun - 09/09/2015
"An apartment development company co-owned by businessman Ron Walker has made a windfall through land sales worth up to $150 million."
Evolve Keeps The Coffers Rolling
AFR - 09/09/2015
"Prominent Australian businessman and powerbroker Ron Walker has made a killing from the current residential construction boom. "
Bike-friendly Apartments Put New Spin On Living
The Age - 16/05/2015
"Melbourne's growing cycling culture is driving a new wave of bike-friendly apartment developments, some offering repair areas while others are opting for bike storage in place of car spaces. "

2015

Sumitomo Buys More Housing
The Age - 09/09/2015
"Japanese industrial conglomerate Sumitomo has expanded its land holdings in Melbourne's north, buying out Evolve Development's Annadale housing estate in Merrifield."
Wollert Development To Be New Northern Suburb
The Age - 26/09/2015
"Housing estates worth hundreds of millions of dollars, and set to accommodate tens of thousands of people, are set to replace 130.5 hectares of former farmland in Wollert, a community until recently considered to be on Melbourne's northern outskirts, but which is now on track to being middle-suburbia. "
Ron Rakes In The Profits
Herald Sun - 09/09/2015
"An apartment development company co-owned by businessman Ron Walker has made a windfall through land sales worth up to $150 million."
Evolve Keeps The Coffers Rolling
AFR - 09/09/2015
"Prominent Australian businessman and powerbroker Ron Walker has made a killing from the current residential construction boom. "
Bike-friendly Apartments Put New Spin On Living
The Age - 16/05/2015
"Melbourne's growing cycling culture is driving a new wave of bike-friendly apartment developments, some offering repair areas while others are opting for bike storage in place of car spaces. "

2014

Evolve To Join Fed Square Bid
The Australian - 13/11/2014
"Ron Walker and Ashley William's Evolve Property has confirmed it will bid with Brookfield for the rights to build a mixed-use project at Federation Square in Melbourne with a potential end value of $2 billion."
Research Pays Off For Buyers
Herald Sun - 05/07/2014
"Annadale is a development where community and nature merge within the magical Mount Ridley Woodlands. "

2014

Evolve To Join Fed Square Bid
The Australian - 13/11/2014
"Ron Walker and Ashley William's Evolve Property has confirmed it will bid with Brookfield for the rights to build a mixed-use project at Federation Square in Melbourne with a potential end value of $2 billion."
Research Pays Off For Buyers
Herald Sun - 05/07/2014
"Annadale is a development where community and nature merge within the magical Mount Ridley Woodlands. "

2013

Market Wrap
The Age - 28/08/2013
"Colliers International has secured the first retail tenant for Evolve Development’s recently completed Southbank project, the Guilfoyle."
Annadale
Herald Sun - 17/08/2013
"Life at Annadale is all about enjoying time with family and the natural environment in Mickleham. "
The Guilfoyle Official Opening
Herald Sun - 15/08/2013
"Ron Walker leans back and smiles as he says "I'm feeling 100 per cent. I'm very lucky. The treatment I've been having in America and in Australia has proved to be very successful." "
Off The Plan Apartment Demand Heats Up
AFR - 15/08/2013
"Owner-occupiers are driving off-the-plan apartment sales in Sydney and Melbourne, and a trend towards higher end stock has emerged in the wake of low interest rates. "
Walker's Bid To Lead City Square's Evolution
The Australian - 15/08/2013
"Evolve Development is eyeing its first major mixed-use project with the company founded by former Fairfax chairman Ron Walker and Ashley Williams already bedding down consortium partners to bid for the $680 million contract to expand Melbourne's Federation Square."
Annadale – Evolve Development
Herald Sun - 06/04/2013
"This new residential community has more than 1100 allotments. The master plan includes an abundance of natural and active open spaces, and plans for an on-site primary school. "
Rural Retreat Offers City Connections
The Age - 05/04/2013
"Annadale at Mickleham offers new home blocks on the site of Jika farm, known for its Clydesdale horse breeding and its bed-and-breakfast operation."
Supply Champs At The Bit But Stuck In Mud
The Australian Financial Review - 14/03/2013
"Home buyers sentiment is improving but the long-term impediments to improving the housing supply remain. "
UDIA 2013 National Award For Excellence
UDIA 2013 - 05/03/2013
"The apartment building has been designed with energy efficient and sustainability principles as an integral part of the design. "
Developers Fury At 'Selfish' Residents
Herald Sun - 27/02/2013
"A leading developer has slammed "selfish" residents who block major housing projects."
The Woods - Evolve Development
Herald Sun - 16/02/2013
"The Woods offers a selection of premium home sites, perfectly positioned to benefit from the convenience of the future Mickleham Town Centre. "
Functionality And Timeless Beauty
The Official Australian Construction Magazine - 11/01/2013
"Prior to establishing Evolve Development, Director Ashley Williams built up considerable experience through major projects such as the Melbourne City Link and the New Quay precinct in the Melbourne Docklands. "

2013

Market Wrap
The Age - 28/08/2013
"Colliers International has secured the first retail tenant for Evolve Development’s recently completed Southbank project, the Guilfoyle."
Annadale
Herald Sun - 17/08/2013
"Life at Annadale is all about enjoying time with family and the natural environment in Mickleham. "
The Guilfoyle Official Opening
Herald Sun - 15/08/2013
"Ron Walker leans back and smiles as he says "I'm feeling 100 per cent. I'm very lucky. The treatment I've been having in America and in Australia has proved to be very successful." "
Off The Plan Apartment Demand Heats Up
AFR - 15/08/2013
"Owner-occupiers are driving off-the-plan apartment sales in Sydney and Melbourne, and a trend towards higher end stock has emerged in the wake of low interest rates. "
Walker's Bid To Lead City Square's Evolution
The Australian - 15/08/2013
"Evolve Development is eyeing its first major mixed-use project with the company founded by former Fairfax chairman Ron Walker and Ashley Williams already bedding down consortium partners to bid for the $680 million contract to expand Melbourne's Federation Square."
Annadale – Evolve Development
Herald Sun - 06/04/2013
"This new residential community has more than 1100 allotments. The master plan includes an abundance of natural and active open spaces, and plans for an on-site primary school. "
Rural Retreat Offers City Connections
The Age - 05/04/2013
"Annadale at Mickleham offers new home blocks on the site of Jika farm, known for its Clydesdale horse breeding and its bed-and-breakfast operation."
Supply Champs At The Bit But Stuck In Mud
The Australian Financial Review - 14/03/2013
"Home buyers sentiment is improving but the long-term impediments to improving the housing supply remain. "
UDIA 2013 National Award For Excellence
UDIA 2013 - 05/03/2013
"The apartment building has been designed with energy efficient and sustainability principles as an integral part of the design. "
Developers Fury At 'Selfish' Residents
Herald Sun - 27/02/2013
"A leading developer has slammed "selfish" residents who block major housing projects."
The Woods - Evolve Development
Herald Sun - 16/02/2013
"The Woods offers a selection of premium home sites, perfectly positioned to benefit from the convenience of the future Mickleham Town Centre. "
Functionality And Timeless Beauty
The Official Australian Construction Magazine - 11/01/2013
"Prior to establishing Evolve Development, Director Ashley Williams built up considerable experience through major projects such as the Melbourne City Link and the New Quay precinct in the Melbourne Docklands. "

2012

Environmental Excellence Winner
Urban Affairs - 07/12/2012
"Informed, imaginative and environmentally responsive residential development - George has taken out the Environmental Excellence Award. "
Melbourne Price Softening Bites Hard
AFR & AFR.COM - 31/10/2012
"Land in Melbourne's growth corridors for housing is the cheapest it has been since before the 2010 spike, with the net land price now $195, 750, according to research from Oliver Hume. "
The Woods - Evolve Development
Herald Sun Home Magazine - 13/10/2012
"Plans for The Woods include walking paths, hiking trails and cycling tracks in and around Mount Ridley Woodlands Reserve. "
Development Melbourne
Australian Construction Focus - 01/10/2012
"Ashley Williams is one of three Directors for Evolve Development. Established in 2003 by Mr Williams, Evolve's focus is on unique, innovative projects."
Make Yourself At Home
Herald Sun Home Magazine - 15/09/2012
"Summerhill estate is proof the old property cliche of 'location, location' has more than just a grain of truth to it. "
The Woods Are Welcoming
Northern Star Property Plus - 28/08/2012
"When you are the new kid on the block, it's all about getting to know your local community, and that's just what the team from Evolve is doing in Mickleham. "
Site Fit For Royalty
The Saturday Age - 25/08/2012
"In recent years, residential developers including Evolve Development, part-backed by former Fairfax Chairman Ron Walker, have targeted Queens Road sites because of the postcard views apartments can offer of the lake and Port Phillip Bay."
Evolve Goes Greenfield
The Australian - 23/08/2012
"Despite a flat market for greenfield land in Melbourne's outer suburbs, Evolve Development has launched stage one of an $800 million project in the outer north. "
Get Down To The Woods Today
Herald Sun - 18/08/2012
"Evolve Development's latest project, The Woods at Mickleham, released home sites for sale last weekend with prices starting at $95,000."
Woods' World Of Wonder
Northern Star - 08/08/2012
"The Woods, Mickleham the newest residential estate in Melbourne's north, will open its sales office doors to the public on Saturday 11 August."
Invest Like A Property Hotshot
BRW Investor Guide - 26/07/2012
"Is it a good time for investors to enter the property market? – Ashley Williams"
Don't Miss The Woods
Star - 24/07/2012
"Evolve Development is set to launch The Woods estate, which is part of its Mickleham development, with an on-site sales event on Saturday 4 August. "
Kris Daff Profile In Property
Urban Affairs - 12/07/2012
"As the son of a Phillip Island builder, Kris Daff could easily have followed in his father's footsteps and become another local chippie working when his favourite surf break wasn't pumping."
Developers Hold A Trump Card
The Casey Weekly - 25/06/2012
"Back-zoning land around Clyde from housing to green wedge could have opened the state government to compensation claims from developers who have already bought in the area. "
Walker, Williams Branch Out With Evolve
The Australian - 31/05/2012
"Melbourne-based Evolve Development, led by former Fairfax chairman Ron Walker and Ashley Willaims, has revealed that it is sitting on a land bank with potential value of more than $1 billion. "
End To Bonus Has Buyers Flocking
AFR & AFR.COM -10/05/2012
"First-home buyers are taking their last chance to secure the Victorian first-home bonus. "
Melbourne Mill Project At Crossroads
AFR & AFR.COM -01/05/2012
"Plans for stage one for the contentious Nelson Place Village project in Melbourne will be submitted in weeks, the next step in an eight-year saga involving the 417-unit development."
Large Residential Developers Slam Green Tape
AFR & AFR.COM -17/04/2012
"Some of the country's largest developers say "green tape" from the Gillard government is adding millions of dollars to crucial housing projects. "
Lapping Up Resort Living
The Age - 17/03/2012
"Many owners are happy to pay for the privilege of having luxuries at their fingertips."

2012

Environmental Excellence Winner
Urban Affairs - 07/12/2012
"Informed, imaginative and environmentally responsive residential development - George has taken out the Environmental Excellence Award. "
Melbourne Price Softening Bites Hard
AFR & AFR.COM - 31/10/2012
"Land in Melbourne's growth corridors for housing is the cheapest it has been since before the 2010 spike, with the net land price now $195, 750, according to research from Oliver Hume. "
The Woods - Evolve Development
Herald Sun Home Magazine - 13/10/2012
"Plans for The Woods include walking paths, hiking trails and cycling tracks in and around Mount Ridley Woodlands Reserve. "
Development Melbourne
Australian Construction Focus - 01/10/2012
"Ashley Williams is one of three Directors for Evolve Development. Established in 2003 by Mr Williams, Evolve's focus is on unique, innovative projects."
Make Yourself At Home
Herald Sun Home Magazine - 15/09/2012
"Summerhill estate is proof the old property cliche of 'location, location' has more than just a grain of truth to it. "
The Woods Are Welcoming
Northern Star Property Plus - 28/08/2012
"When you are the new kid on the block, it's all about getting to know your local community, and that's just what the team from Evolve is doing in Mickleham. "
Site Fit For Royalty
The Saturday Age - 25/08/2012
"In recent years, residential developers including Evolve Development, part-backed by former Fairfax Chairman Ron Walker, have targeted Queens Road sites because of the postcard views apartments can offer of the lake and Port Phillip Bay."
Evolve Goes Greenfield
The Australian - 23/08/2012
"Despite a flat market for greenfield land in Melbourne's outer suburbs, Evolve Development has launched stage one of an $800 million project in the outer north. "
Get Down To The Woods Today
Herald Sun - 18/08/2012
"Evolve Development's latest project, The Woods at Mickleham, released home sites for sale last weekend with prices starting at $95,000."
Woods' World Of Wonder
Northern Star - 08/08/2012
"The Woods, Mickleham the newest residential estate in Melbourne's north, will open its sales office doors to the public on Saturday 11 August."
Invest Like A Property Hotshot
BRW Investor Guide - 26/07/2012
"Is it a good time for investors to enter the property market? – Ashley Williams"
Don't Miss The Woods
Star - 24/07/2012
"Evolve Development is set to launch The Woods estate, which is part of its Mickleham development, with an on-site sales event on Saturday 4 August. "
Kris Daff Profile In Property
Urban Affairs - 12/07/2012
"As the son of a Phillip Island builder, Kris Daff could easily have followed in his father's footsteps and become another local chippie working when his favourite surf break wasn't pumping."
Developers Hold A Trump Card
The Casey Weekly - 25/06/2012
"Back-zoning land around Clyde from housing to green wedge could have opened the state government to compensation claims from developers who have already bought in the area. "
Walker, Williams Branch Out With Evolve
The Australian - 31/05/2012
"Melbourne-based Evolve Development, led by former Fairfax chairman Ron Walker and Ashley Willaims, has revealed that it is sitting on a land bank with potential value of more than $1 billion. "
End To Bonus Has Buyers Flocking
AFR & AFR.COM -10/05/2012
"First-home buyers are taking their last chance to secure the Victorian first-home bonus. "
Melbourne Mill Project At Crossroads
AFR & AFR.COM -01/05/2012
"Plans for stage one for the contentious Nelson Place Village project in Melbourne will be submitted in weeks, the next step in an eight-year saga involving the 417-unit development."
Large Residential Developers Slam Green Tape
AFR & AFR.COM -17/04/2012
"Some of the country's largest developers say "green tape" from the Gillard government is adding millions of dollars to crucial housing projects. "
Lapping Up Resort Living
The Age - 17/03/2012
"Many owners are happy to pay for the privilege of having luxuries at their fingertips."

2011

Man With A Midas Touch
AFR & AFR.COM -09/02/2011
"By focusing on the buyer, Melbourne developer Ashley Williams has found success."
Luxury Lifestyle By The Lake
The Weekly Review - 23/02/2011
"Melbourne entrepreneur Ron Walker is no stranger to the Albert Park Lake precinct, having served as chairman of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation after helping deliver Melbourne the hosting rights for the event in 1993."
Rising Above The Ruckus
The Age - 26/02/2011
"This sanctuary in the sky has breathtaking city and bay views."
Monarc Apartments - Fit For A King
News Article - 01/03/2011
"Monarc at 74 Queens Road is a new residential development that enjoys an enviable location overlooking the tranquil waters of Albert Park Lake, and out towards Port Philip Bay and the city skyline. "
Riding High
The Age - 19/03/2011
"Evolve Development’s Ashley Williams has so far received more donations than any rider, raising more than $40,000’."
Such Great Lake Views Are Rare
Herald Sun - 26/03/2011
"Albert Park developer Evolve says its building will be one of the last to offer views of Albert Park Lake. "
Fast Forward
The Age - 26/03/2011
"Sixteen years of grand prix at Albert Park lake, and 16 years of developers trying to get an apartment complex out of the ground at 74 Queens Road. "
Points Of Distinction
The Age - 27/03/2011
"For most apartment residents, the low maintenance lifestyle means relinquishing the chance to grow your own vegetables. "
Interstate Raiders Buying Up Melbourne Properties
The Age - 02/04/2011
"Home buyers already grappling with Melbourne's surging property prices face a new threat - interstate raiders."
Investors Sold On Lakeside Position
The Age - 21/05/2011
"Investors and owner-occupiers alike have been quick to recognise the investment potential of Evolve Development's latest project MONARC, Albert Park Lake. "

2011

Man With A Midas Touch
AFR & AFR.COM -09/02/2011
"By focusing on the buyer, Melbourne developer Ashley Williams has found success."
Luxury Lifestyle By The Lake
The Weekly Review - 23/02/2011
"Melbourne entrepreneur Ron Walker is no stranger to the Albert Park Lake precinct, having served as chairman of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation after helping deliver Melbourne the hosting rights for the event in 1993."
Rising Above The Ruckus
The Age - 26/02/2011
"This sanctuary in the sky has breathtaking city and bay views."
Monarc Apartments - Fit For A King
News Article - 01/03/2011
"Monarc at 74 Queens Road is a new residential development that enjoys an enviable location overlooking the tranquil waters of Albert Park Lake, and out towards Port Philip Bay and the city skyline. "
Riding High
The Age - 19/03/2011
"Evolve Development’s Ashley Williams has so far received more donations than any rider, raising more than $40,000’."
Such Great Lake Views Are Rare
Herald Sun - 26/03/2011
"Albert Park developer Evolve says its building will be one of the last to offer views of Albert Park Lake. "
Fast Forward
The Age - 26/03/2011
"Sixteen years of grand prix at Albert Park lake, and 16 years of developers trying to get an apartment complex out of the ground at 74 Queens Road. "
Points Of Distinction
The Age - 27/03/2011
"For most apartment residents, the low maintenance lifestyle means relinquishing the chance to grow your own vegetables. "
Interstate Raiders Buying Up Melbourne Properties
The Age - 02/04/2011
"Home buyers already grappling with Melbourne's surging property prices face a new threat - interstate raiders."
Investors Sold On Lakeside Position
The Age - 21/05/2011
"Investors and owner-occupiers alike have been quick to recognise the investment potential of Evolve Development's latest project MONARC, Albert Park Lake. "

2010

A New Dawn Rises On Former Suntory Location
The Age - 30/10/2010
"Twenty years ago, entrepreneur and Melbourne crusader Ron Walker might have wined and dined the glove's wealthiest international guests at the renowned, but now defunct Suntory restaurant, opposite Albert Park Lake. But now Mr Walker is hoping to seal a different kind of deal at the address, quietly buying the huge site to redevelop into a 228-unit apartment complex. "
Evolving Strategy
The Age - 07/11/2010
"Evolve Development, part controlled by former Fairfax chairman Ron Walker, has paid a speculated $4.5 million for a 1.6-hecatre estate in an elevated pocket of Keilor, 17 kilometres north-west of town. "
Monarc of the lake
The Age - 11/12/2010
"Evolve Development has released images of an 11-level, 228-unit apartment tower it plans to build at 74 Queens Rd, opposite Albert Park Lake."

2010

A New Dawn Rises On Former Suntory Location
The Age - 30/10/2010
"Twenty years ago, entrepreneur and Melbourne crusader Ron Walker might have wined and dined the glove's wealthiest international guests at the renowned, but now defunct Suntory restaurant, opposite Albert Park Lake. But now Mr Walker is hoping to seal a different kind of deal at the address, quietly buying the huge site to redevelop into a 228-unit apartment complex. "
Evolving Strategy
The Age - 07/11/2010
"Evolve Development, part controlled by former Fairfax chairman Ron Walker, has paid a speculated $4.5 million for a 1.6-hecatre estate in an elevated pocket of Keilor, 17 kilometres north-west of town. "
Monarc of the lake
The Age - 11/12/2010
"Evolve Development has released images of an 11-level, 228-unit apartment tower it plans to build at 74 Queens Rd, opposite Albert Park Lake."

2009

Prahran Units Stack Up
AFR & AFR.COM - 30/04/2009
"The private development company of prominent businessman Ron Walker is banking on strong pre-sales for smaller, more affordable apartments to get a $35 million Melbourne apartment project off the ground."
Towering Plans
The Age - 03/05/2009
"A development company affiliated with business identity Ron Walker and Robert De Crespingy has quietly purchased a North Melbourne office building, once the headquarters of departed clothing manufacturer Pacific Brands. "
Boutique Makes Its Mark
The Australian - 07/05/2009
"Six years on, Ron Walker is still best known as the chairman of media company Fairfax and the Australian Grand Prix. But, along with Ashley Williams, he is also developing a name for his Evolve Development group, a company that is one of Melbourne's up and coming boutique developers. "
Live Close To The Action At COCO
The Age - 06/06/2009
"Since stepping out of the shadows of South Yarra and St Kilda, Prahran has cemented itself as one of the foremost lifestyle areas within inner city Melbourne. "
Sneak Peek
The Age - 13/09/2009
"Evolve Development, the construction company of Fairfax chairman Ron Walker and business identity Ashley Williams, has unveiled images of it's $45 million George apartment project in North Melbourne. "
By George, He's Handsome!
The Age - 03/10/2009
"George, a new residential apartment building planned for the vibrant inner-urban locale of North Melbourne, offers intelligent, informed and imaginative architecture and interior design by the multi-award winning design practice Hassell."
Evolving Project
The Age - 11/10/2009
"Evolve Development has taken control of a $300 million housing estate in Melbourne's outer north."
By George, This Apartment Has It All
Herald Sun - 17/10/2009
"Design and location are expected to put the George apartment development on the map for prospective buyers. "

2009

Prahran Units Stack Up
AFR & AFR.COM - 30/04/2009
"The private development company of prominent businessman Ron Walker is banking on strong pre-sales for smaller, more affordable apartments to get a $35 million Melbourne apartment project off the ground."
Towering Plans
The Age - 03/05/2009
"A development company affiliated with business identity Ron Walker and Robert De Crespingy has quietly purchased a North Melbourne office building, once the headquarters of departed clothing manufacturer Pacific Brands. "
Boutique Makes Its Mark
The Australian - 07/05/2009
"Six years on, Ron Walker is still best known as the chairman of media company Fairfax and the Australian Grand Prix. But, along with Ashley Williams, he is also developing a name for his Evolve Development group, a company that is one of Melbourne's up and coming boutique developers. "
Live Close To The Action At COCO
The Age - 06/06/2009
"Since stepping out of the shadows of South Yarra and St Kilda, Prahran has cemented itself as one of the foremost lifestyle areas within inner city Melbourne. "
Sneak Peek
The Age - 13/09/2009
"Evolve Development, the construction company of Fairfax chairman Ron Walker and business identity Ashley Williams, has unveiled images of it's $45 million George apartment project in North Melbourne. "
By George, He's Handsome!
The Age - 03/10/2009
"George, a new residential apartment building planned for the vibrant inner-urban locale of North Melbourne, offers intelligent, informed and imaginative architecture and interior design by the multi-award winning design practice Hassell."
Evolving Project
The Age - 11/10/2009
"Evolve Development has taken control of a $300 million housing estate in Melbourne's outer north."
By George, This Apartment Has It All
Herald Sun - 17/10/2009
"Design and location are expected to put the George apartment development on the map for prospective buyers. "

2008

All Go-Go At COCO
Herald Sun - 10/05/2008
"Grand Prix chief Ron Walker has watched sales of his latest development race away."

2008

All Go-Go At COCO
Herald Sun - 10/05/2008
"Grand Prix chief Ron Walker has watched sales of his latest development race away."

2007

Park Sale A Windfall For Evolve
Herald Sun - 23/05/2007
"Evolve Development Group has sold the Mulgrave Business Park to Trinity Funds Management for $33.35 million."

2007

Park Sale A Windfall For Evolve
Herald Sun - 23/05/2007
"Evolve Development Group has sold the Mulgrave Business Park to Trinity Funds Management for $33.35 million."

2006

$35m Mulgrave Deal
The Age - 25/05/2006
"The Mulgrave Business Park, in Melbourne's south-east, has sold for $35 million, according to agents. "
Trinity Seeks $53m For Acquisitions
AFR & AFR.COM - 24/05/2006
"Trinity Consolidated is raising $53.5 million to buy three shopping centres and a Melbourne business park in a bid to boost assets to more than $600 million. "
Trinity Goes On A $50m Spree
AFR & AFR.COM - 23/05/2006
"Queensland's Trinity Consolidated Group is seeking to raise about $50 million to buy at least two shopping centres and a major business park on the eastern seaboard. "
Business Park Profits Evolve
AFR & AFR.COM - 18/05/2006
"Ron Walker and Robert Champion de Crespingy's development company is selling a Melbourne business park at a healthy profit two years after purchasing it from Centro."

2006

$35m Mulgrave Deal
The Age - 25/05/2006
"The Mulgrave Business Park, in Melbourne's south-east, has sold for $35 million, according to agents. "
Trinity Seeks $53m For Acquisitions
AFR & AFR.COM - 24/05/2006
"Trinity Consolidated is raising $53.5 million to buy three shopping centres and a Melbourne business park in a bid to boost assets to more than $600 million. "
Trinity Goes On A $50m Spree
AFR & AFR.COM - 23/05/2006
"Queensland's Trinity Consolidated Group is seeking to raise about $50 million to buy at least two shopping centres and a major business park on the eastern seaboard. "
Business Park Profits Evolve
AFR & AFR.COM - 18/05/2006
"Ron Walker and Robert Champion de Crespingy's development company is selling a Melbourne business park at a healthy profit two years after purchasing it from Centro."