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Right Here, Right Now: Your Future Awaits as Marigold Tarneit Reaches Major Milestone

The opportunity of a lifetime awaits you and your family as Growland celebrates the titling of Stage 8 at Marigold Tarneit and the completion of construction on the residential project.

At Growland, we are driven by our commitment to create places for people to enjoy for a lifetime, where residents are inspired to build their forever home in warm and welcoming neighbourhoods, immersed in nature. For us, it’s about much more than land or house and land packages especially at Marigold in Tarneit, it’s about building futures and thriving communities.

Marigold is the first of Growland’s communities to reach this milestone and with land lots still available, you too could build your future in one of Melbourne’s fastest growing regions.
Marigold Tarneit provides a unique opportunity to make an investment in more than house and land, it’s an investment into you and your family.
The best part is, it’s also a chance to build in an established community. No need to wait for amenity to be delivered, everything you and your family need is already right here, right now.

What’s on Offer
No matter where you are in your new neighbourhood, you’re only steps away from wetlands, parks and playgrounds.

Fill your afternoons with picnics, games, food and friends at Frog Way Park. A place where you can sit and relax in the sun, have a hit of cricket or kick of the soccer ball, or watch the kids tire out their legs running through the open grass area or climbing the play equipment.
If the kids are really little, then Gathering Grove Park is the place to be, with its specifically designed elements that ensure they stay safe running and jumping from logs and steppers that are close to the ground, all the while making new friends as you relax.
That’s right, two parks, one community. And if that’s not enough, easing its way through the centre of Marigold is the Linear Creek Reserve, offering water views and shared paths to enable an healthy and active lifestyle. Oh, and Dry Creek also sits in the community’s south-west corner, further adding to the soothing vistas and natural environment.
But this isn’t just about the kids, it can be about you too, with a number of walking and bicycle tracks available for you to stretch your legs and breathe in all that fresh air, surrounded by established trees and grassed areas. After a long day, you’ll just love coming home.

A Life of Ease Awaits
What really sets Marigold Tarneit apart is the uniquely easy and convenient lifestyle on offer.
With newly built schools in Tarneit and a Family Centre close by, all the local amenities you and your family will need are ready and waiting. This also includes fantastic access to shopping centres (Tarneit Central is a short 5 minutes away) plus medical centres, a library and the new landmark Wyndham Stadium Precinct a state-of-the-art Regional Football Facility just 7 minutes away. With Melbourne’s CBD just 25km away, access to one of the world’s great cities is a short drive or train ride away with Tarneit Train Station located 4 minutes from the Marigold community.

If you’re looking for land for sale in Tarneit, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got available land ranging from 325m²–690m² that is Build Ready and waiting for you! Marigold Tarneit offers far more than your average house and land package; it offers an unbeatable lifestyle and a unique chance to be a part of a thriving community in one of Melbourne’s fastest growing pockets.

Marigold, by Growland. Build a beautiful life.

If you’re ready to start your beautiful life at Marigold, contact one of our friendly team members on 1300 888 181 or via email at info@marigoldtarneit.com.au today!

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Caring for Your Nature Strip!

The nature strip or ‘verge’ is the public space between your property and the road curb. It’s a zone that contains various utilities such as telecommunications, gas, water, and power services, as well as street lighting. Usually featuring grass and a tree, it serves several important purposes:

Providing a level area for waste and recycling bins.
Ensuring safe access for pedestrians, strollers, and wheelchairs between the road and footpath.
Enhancing visibility for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians, particularly at intersections, curves, and driveways.
Allowing easy access for service providers to perform maintenance or repairs.
Creating room for tree planting, contributing to the neighbourhood’s greenery.

While the nature strips throughout the Marigold neighbourhood are the property of Wyndham City Council, the maintenance and regular upkeep are the responsibility of the landowner whose property is parallel to each nature strip section.

Basic Maintenance

Regular upkeep of your nature strip goes a long way in enhancing the overall ambiance of our community. Taking care of it involves simple tasks like regular mowing, weeding, and picking up litter. By keeping it clean and tidy, it creates a welcoming environment within our community for everyone.

Benefits of a Well-Maintained Nature Strip

Apart from the visual appeal, a well-kept nature strip brings various advantages:

It aids in rainwater absorption and minimises stormwater runoff,
Increase the aesthetics of the neighbourhood,
Softens the impact of the hard surfaces, the roads, and pavements.
Boosts your property’s value and overall well-being.

Street Trees
Another common feature of most nature strips are street trees. Street trees add to the natural aesthetics of our community as well as having practical benefits including providing shade, contributing to CO₂ absorption within the environment and cooling down the neighbourhood.

You can help care for your street tree by following the below;

Watering it regularly – particularly in the drier months.
Keeping the base weed free and mulched but remembering to keep mulch away from the tree trunks

Remember, the street tree is also the property of Wyndham City Council and cannot be removed without prior approval being granted. It is your responsibility to care for the street tree like it is your own and you may be held accountable for any damage that occurs to tree within your boundary.

Landscaping Ideas
Most nature strips comprise of grass and a street tree, however, they are not the only accepted treatments and you do have some liberties to beautify your patch.
Transforming your nature strip into a charming corner can be a rewarding project. Consider options like using gravel, mulch, and approved plants to give it a unique touch. However, please remember that your design should still accommodate essential functionality such as pedestrian pathways, postal services, vehicular movement, parking, and waste collection.

Landscape Permit Application
Should you decide to take your nature strip to the next level with landscaping, you’ll need to secure a permit. Adhering to the Beautification of Nature Strips Policy is crucial in ensuring your project aligns with community guidelines, which can be found here.

For further guidance on obtaining a permit for your nature strip, you can contact Wyndham City Council on 1300 023 411.

Our Marigold Sales team are always here to help! If you have any queries about anything mentioned above, please feel free to reach out via either of the methods below and let’s work together to create a beautiful and inviting community through our nature strip care efforts!

Phone: 1300 888 181

Email: info@marigoldtarneit.com.au

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Marigold welcomes Metronest Homes to the Display Village in Tarneit.

Marigold is excited to welcome the first of two Metronest homes to our Display Village in Tarneit.

The Wedgebill is a 26 square, four bedroom design that has everything you need for relaxed everyday living.
As you enter the home, you will be impressed with a spacious living room to the left. The wide entry takes you to the spacious master bedroom with a walk-in robe and an ensuite.

The expansive open plan kitchen with a large walk-in pantry, meals and family area looks magnificent and is further enhanced by a raked ceiling. The main family living area opens on to the outdoor living, for effortless year-round entertaining.

Be inspired by this design, that encapsulates and caters for modern family living with seamless flow. The Musk Duck facade creates a dramatic, show-stopping street presence. The skillion roof-lined facade perfectly captures that edgy look, while still allowing the different textures to shine.

At Metronest Homes, they know that the best home builders are those who respect the style and taste of their customers. They positively encourage all clients to put their very own stamp on their homes, to create a haven that perfectly reflects your lifestyle, aspirations and personality.

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Want to know more about the Wedgebill? Contact Sunil from Metronest Homes on the details below.

Phone: 0478 646 114

Email sunil@metronesthomes.com.au

Frog Way Park Now Open!

Construction of Marigold’s newest park in Stage 10 of the community, Frog Way Park, is complete and we are pleased to announce is now open to the public for all to enjoy!

The park was officially approved by council on the 2^nd of June 2023. The temporary fencing has now been removed and all ongoing maintenance has been handed over to Wyndham City Council.

Frog Way Park has been designed as a more passively centred park where Marigold residents can come to relax and enjoy a quiet moment sitting in the sun on one of the park benches or utilise the large open-grassed area in the centre of the park. The expansive grassed area will be a firm favourite amongst residents providing a multipurpose space for all to enjoy whether that be for picnicking with friends, a space for our furry family members to run around or spontaneous games of cricket or soccer with the family.

Frog Way Park also includes some play equipment, directed towards our youngest residents, who can expect to be attracted to the wooden rockers and flower spinners that also add a burst of bright colour to the park.

There is also feature platform seating, standard bench seating throughout, and a water fountain.

The new park will pay homage to the previously delivered Gathering Grove Park and reinforce the gentle, undulating forms of Marigold’s landscape by continuing the use of curvilinear shared paths around the perimeter and drawing on the use of large ornate boulders and logs to connect the green spaces.

We look forward to sharing more community construction updates soon!

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How to finance building your new house

Purchasing a property is a big decision that requires careful consideration. For First Home Buyers, financing your new house is often the biggest consideration and buyers may find themselves wondering what are the actual costs of buying a house and what are the hidden costs of buying a house I need to be made aware of?

Whether you’re a first home buyer, or purchasing an investment property, if you have questions about how to apply for finance or are apprehensive about doing so in the current market, here are some tips on what buyers should consider when purchasing a new home.

How to budget for your property?

It’s crucial to be realistic about what you can afford in terms of borrowing money and monthly repayments. Unfortunately, its not all saving hard and cutting back on discretionary items, it is your income that plays a main role in determining your loan serviceability.

As a guide, it’s best if your repayments don’t exceed 30% of your after-tax salary. This is even more poignant with rising interest rates. Allowing for a buffer to cover rising interest rates ensures you are well placed to secure a mortgage, make monthly repayments and have taken the necessary steps to keep your financial position secure.

What are the hidden costs of buying a house?

There are extra expenses to consider when securing a home loan for a house and land package, beyond the sale price of the land and the costs of the build itself. It’s common for people to advise “save for a 20% deposit”, however, this doesn’t consider other associated costs of buying a home like stamp duty, conveyancing fees and council rates.
It’s also a lot harder to save this amount when housing prices continue to rise.

Start by doing your research and you will have a more accurate understanding of the associated costs of buying and be better prepared financially for this significant investment.

Consolidate debt.

It’s not all saving hard and cutting back on discretionary items but it is somewhat about them.
When looking at borrowing money, your financial institution will review a minimum of 3 months of your living expenses to ensure you can comfortably meet your mortgage payments. So, minimising your spending and reducing your debt commitments, will have an impact on your borrowing capacity.

For some helpful savings tips, you can check out our saving for your deposit blog post here.

What else should I know when applying for a home loan?

Did you know, lenders evaluate the frequency a borrower changes jobs and moves house? Regular change of employment as well as a residence may be considered unstable from a lender’s perspective, and can negatively impact your eligibility for a home loan.

If you have recently started a new job, you may find it hard to secure finance with one of the big four banks. Thankfully, mortgage brokers can usually help these individuals secure finance elsewhere as well as helping to get a lower home loan interest rates.

Know the market.

When securing a home loan for a house and land package, an important point to make is that your loan will not be granted until after land titles have occurred. This can be both good and bad as the current market conditions may not apply when the time comes to secure your home loan.

It is important to account for possible fluctuations by considering a higher contribution or a lower property purchase or build price.

A benefit of purchasing when interest rates are up, if your budget allows you to, is that you have experienced the market in a tougher state. When interest rates then go down, you’ll be able to refinance to a better rate or pay off your mortgage sooner by continuing the elevated payments.

Different types of loans and their features

Should I pick a Fixed or Variable Rate? Should I get a home loan with an offset account? The choice ultimately rests on your personal preference and your long term financial goals. Typically, lenders will offer Variable Rates during the land purchase and construction phases, allowing you to fix the rate upon construction completion.

There are both pros and cons with either option, and you must consider all the features and benefits to make an informed decision.

> Variable Rates offer flexibility regarding repayments and allow fee-free access to additional loan repayments. However, the applicable rate is exposed to the market rate and Reserve Bank, potentially leading to increased repayments. On the other hand, in a reducing rate market, your mortgage payments can decrease.

> Fixed Rates guarantee peace-of-mind with a fixed mortgage payment for the agreed term period and can be good for people on a tight budget. Things to note include, there can be restrictions on your ability to make additional repayments or end the terms early.

What does a mortgage broker do?

Using a mortgage broker can be a great asset to the home-buying process, providing insight into the different types of loans, their features, and benefits. With their in-depth understanding of the market and industry, it’s great to have someone in your corner translating the finance jargon and helping you get a lower home loan interest rate by evaluating the different loans and their features.

Other reasons why it can be beneficial to use a mortgage broker include they can save time and suss out any hidden costs of buying a house, guiding you to make smarter financial decisions.

Want to chat to a member of our team? Our friendly sales team are always happy to help answer any queries you may have and can provide recommendations for experienced mortgage brokers.

Please feel free to reach out on either of the following methods below:

Phone: 1300 888 181

Email: info@marigoldtarneit.com.au

View available House & Land packages at Marigold here

View Land for Sale at Marigold Tarneit here

Construction of Frog Way Park complete!

Construction of Marigold’s newest park in Stage 10 of the community, Frog Way Park, has recently been completed.

Featuring the signature curvilinear shared paths synonymous with Marigold’s main park, Frog Way Park is Gathering Grove’s smaller, but definitely not lesser, younger sibling. Frog Way Park is the more passively centred park of the two, where residents can come to relax and enjoy a quiet moment sitting in the sun on one of the park benches, catching flies or utilising the large open-grassed area in the centre of the park for picnicking with family and friends.

The expansive grassed area will be a firm favourite amongst residents providing a multipurpose space for all to enjoy.

The final landscaping details were all completed this week including the extensive planting of varying tree varieties and small plants and the final rush of laying turf and raking mulch into place. The park will now undergo its own approval process with council whereby council and authority inspections will take place to sign off the constructed works before the park is awarded Statement of Compliance.

Once Frog Way Park has been given the green light from council and the governing authorities, we’ll be free to open the park to the public. Until that time, the temporary fencing will remain in place around the perimeter of the park.

We look forward to officially opening this new park for the Marigold community in Tarneit that will provide a hoppy space for all to enjoy.

Stay tuned for the official opening announcement coming soon!

Maintaining your Property

Growland encourages the regular maintenance of all properties within the community to improve the visual amenity of our Marigold community in Tarneit. Overgrown and neglected vacant lots are not only unsightly but can also attract pests like rats or snakes. As well as looking after the community we live in, maintenance of all properties reduces fire and health hazards and helps to ensure public safety.

Unfortunately, the dumping of rubbish and building materials is common in new communities under construction. Growland is aware of these instances throughout the Marigold community and does what it can to mitigate this illegal activity by installing signage and security cameras throughout the estate.

As the owner of your very own piece of the Marigold community, you can help prevent this unwanted behaviour by securing and maintaining your lot.

Please organise temporary fencing for your lot to prevent the dumping of rubbish as soon as possible upon settlement. It is a costly exercise, for you as the homeowner, if clearing is needed prior to the construction of your home.

Even if you are not planning on constructing your new home in the Marigold community straight away, it is still important to secure your property.

It is also your responsibility to maintain the vacant land to an appropriate standard. Vacant land is to be kept clear of any fire hazard, noxious weeds, box thorn plants, litter and rubbish, which could include concrete, dirt mounds, rocks and rubble.

Overgrown grass can be a fire hazard and must be maintained to a height of no more than 150mm all year round. Regular mowing or slashing is recommended.

We encourage vacant landowners to inspect your property regularly to ensure that these outcomes are achieved.

Wyndham City do undertake their own regular surveillance of new communities and will issue notices to any property that is deemed to not comply. You may also be issued an infringement notice if works are undertaken on your property on your behalf.

The above will help make Marigold a safer and more beautiful community for all to enjoy.

If you do see anyone illegally dumping within the Marigold community or any properties that are unkempt or pose a risk to public safety, please report the activity to Wyndham City Council Local Laws on (03) 9742 0777 you can also report the behaviour by visiting Wyndham’s online Customer Service Portal.

Your Guide to Constructing your Shared Fence at Marigold

Establishing your boundary or ‘shared’ fencing is one of the final steps of new home construction required before moving into your new home.

At Marigold, we know this is the first time this is undertaken for many of you, so we wanted to step out the process of what you need to know about constructing your shared fencing at Marigold Tarneit, to enable a smooth new home journey, the whole way.

What is boundary or ‘shared’ fencing?

A boundary or shared fence is the a dividing or boundary fence used to separate two pieces of land. It is the joint property between the landowner and neighbour and considered a shared asset, with the cost of building and repairing split equally between both parties.

What do I need to know?

If you are ready to construct your boundary fencing, you will need to get in contact with your neighbours before enlisting any contractors. That means the adjoining owners for the left, right and rear of your property (excluding corner blocks. Please refer to your Contract of Sale for details). Each neighbour who shares a common boundary will need to agree to the costs to construct the new fence before any work is commenced.

To find out the contact details of the adjoining property owners, so you can begin discussions surrounding boundary fencing, please get in contact with the Wyndham council by following the directions at the link provided here.

Your Guide to Constructing your Shared Fence

Constructing a shared fence follows this general process:

1. Contact you local council (Wyndham – see link above) for your neighbours’ contact details

2. Obtain 3 quotes from separate contractors (for each length of fence). This will need to be done for each boundary.

3. Speak to your neighbours about the obtained quotes and allow your neighbours to source 3 of their own quotes.

If your neighbouring block is unsold and is still listed as the property of Growland, we recommend following these steps:

– Obtain 3 separate quotes (for each length of fence). This will need to be done for each boundary.

– Choose the best of 3

– Keep all 3 original quotes to present to your new neighbour when they eventually move in

– Present 3 quotes and their share of the invoice from your chosen contractor to your neighbour

If you have any questions about the type of fencing or restrictions on the type of fencing allowed within the community, please refer to
the Design Guidelines here.

Please note: Growland is unable to provide any details to purchasers of adjoining lot owners.

If you would like more information on fencing law in Victoria, you can find that here.

As always, our Marigold Team are happy to help if you have further questions.

Construction continuing on Marigold’s Stage 10 Park!

Construction of Marigold’s Stage 10 Park in Tarneit commenced late last year before the Christmas break. The construction site is now a hive of activity as the construction team work hard to deliver the second local neighbourhood park for the community in Tarneit.

The construction team began with earthworks to shape the land to the desired levels and prepare the area for the next stages of construction. Since continuing work at the start of this year, drainage has also been completed and the park has really begun to take shape with the different sections of the park now evident, the concrete for the shared paths complete, and the first signs of equipment installed.

Stage 10 Park site secured with Earthworks underway in December 2022.

This next phase of construction is an exciting one with the team installing all of the play equipment for the park, completing the paving and edging around the path network and continuing to install the feature boulders, timber bench seating and will connect and install the water drinking fountain.

Park bench seating and equipment being installed in Frog Way Park.

If you’d like a recap on what play equipment will be included in Frog Way Park, you can visit our previous news post here.

The final phase of construction will include the landscaping works and the installation of the rubber soft-fall surface around the play equipment with works anticipated for completion mid-year. The park will open some time after that once official approvals have been received from council.

We look forward to delivering this new park to the Marigold community that will provide a space for relaxation and encourage a healthy and active lifestyle for all residents. Marigold residents can expect to reap the rewards of being surrounded by ample green space, look forward to spending many hours outdoors and feel the benefits of an enhanced connection to nature. This is a space that all Marigold residents will be able to enjoy passively or actively.

Stay tuned for more construction updates coming soon!

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