Gold Coast development: Milestone for $400m Star supertower

The Gold Coast’s newest supertower has reached an incredible milestone ahead of its opening early next year.

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THE Gold Coast’s newest supertower has reached its peak ahead of its opening early next year.

The $400m tower, which will be home to the Dorsett Hotel and Star Residences, has topped out at 53-storeys ahead of its interior fit-out.

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Star Gold Coast chief operating officer Jess Mellor said the project would play a role in the city’s recovery from Covid.

“It’s a thrill to have reached the top, after watching the tower rise over the past three years,” she said.

“It’s 53 storeys of proof of our commitment and contribution to the tourism resilience of the Gold Coast.”

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“We are proud to have been able to provide 1500 jobs during construction as well as hundreds of supply chain opportunities for businesses, supporting economic stimulus in the city during such challenging times,” she said.

“We’ve been averaging 250 people on site daily during the entire construction, and once open the hotel and apartments tower will contribute ongoing employment opportunities.

Work is also under way on Star’s second $400m tower.

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