Construction Partner Appointed for Portella at The Waterfront, Shell Cove

We are pleased to share that Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) has been appointed to construct and deliver the Portella apartment building at The Waterfront, Shell Cove.

With more than 30 years of experience delivering market-leading residential developments, RCC has completed over 10,000 homes across Australia, earning a strong reputation for quality, reliability and technical expertise. Their portfolio spans the full spectrum of residential projects, from luxury apartment developments to affordable housing communities.

RCC is also a trusted partner of Frasers Property Australia, having previously delivered successful projects including Midtown MacPark in Sydney’s north-west.

Operating across New South Wales, the ACT and Queensland, RCC brings extensive experience and capability to every stage of the construction process, ensuring projects are delivered with precision and care.

Following the strong presale success of Portella, the RCC team has now been appointed to bring this exciting new apartment building to life at The Waterfront, Shell Cove with construction aiming to commence the second half of 2026, and complete in 2028.

We look forward to sharing regular construction updates as works progress and to seeing Portella take shape within this vibrant marina community.

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