| Planning application | 2014 | Planning application TPM-2014-10 lodged |
| Approved | By 2015 | Planning permit granted (exact date not recorded) |
| Construction started | Sep 2015 | First major construction permit issued |
| First occupants | Aug 2018 | First occupancy permit issued |
| Completed | 2019 | Aurora Melbourne Central completed: 86 floors |
Each cost is the estimate on that record. Stages of a project often repeat its full value, so these don't add up to what was spent.
| 22 Dec 2025 | Level 1 - Office Fit Out Works | $240k |
| 19 Dec 2025 | Proposed alterations to existing retail tenancy 301S | $110k |
| 07 July 2025 | Bin Chute Replacement | $2.5m |
| 09 Dec 2024 | Aurora melbourne Central - Woose Cafe Tenancy - Proposed alterations to existing retail tenancy | $458k |
| 31 Oct 2024 | Shop 1, 236 La Trobe - Proposed shop fitout for "Hanaromart" Supermarket | $407k |
| 01 June 2023 | Level 9 - Proposed Rectification Works to Pool Enclosure Doors Including the Main Entry Door, Sauna Door & Steam Room Doors Only | $15k |
| 11 Jan 2023 | G02 - Proposed alterations to existing retail shop | $100k |
| 30 Nov 2022 | Lot G03 - Internal alteration works only | $70k |
| 07 Apr 2022 | Tenancy Fitout of Restaurant & Bar - Works excluding all services ONLY | $200k |
| 14 Feb 2022 | Lot (S705) 602 - Alterations beauty salon clinic | $220k |
| 08 July 2021 | Suite 101 - Scape Melbourne Office Alterations to an Existing Building | $181k |
| 22 Dec 2020 | Lot S4 - Fitout alterations to an existing building. | $3.3m |
| 04 Sept 2020 | Level 61 - Proposed wellness centre fit out at Aurora. | $408k |
| 14 Aug 2020 | Lot S4 - Fitout alterations to an existing building. | $3.3m |
| 23 July 2020 | Suite 501 - Proposed internal office fitout for Alan Tam. | $207k |
| 30 June 2020 | Office 601 - Internal alterations to existing office tenancy. | $0 |
| 16 June 2020 | Tenancy 201 - Proposed fit out office tenancy. | $349k |
| 15 June 2020 | Suite 501 - To allow the new minor internal fitout inside of the existing tenancy. | $100k |
| 14 Feb 2020 | Stage 4 - Capping beam west, anchors to west boundary (grindlines 7-11). Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 14 Feb 2020 | Stage 7 - Structure (ground mezzanine and level 1 typical floor structure L10-32, L33-65, L68-91), vertical structure (core up to roof), columns from basement to roof, strucutral steel, basement to level 8 services. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 01 Jan 2020 | Level 5 - Medical consulting suite for Dr Suresh Sivanesan. | $274k |
| 04 Dec 2019 | Stage 15 - Facade from levels 34 to roof (inclusive, excluding 66, 66M and 67). Architectural from levels 34 to roof (inclusive, excluding 66, 66M and 67). Structural floor from levels 92 to 95. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434 |
| 19 Sept 2019 | Stage 10 - Horizontal structure on levels 9, 9A and 10. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 19 Sept 2019 | Stage 15 - Facade from levels 34 to roof (inclusive, excluding 66, 66M and 67). Architectural from levels 34 to roof (inclusive, excluding 66, 66M and 67). Structural floor from levels 92 to 95. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434 |
| 19 Sept 2019 | Stage 3 - Ground anchors (north, south, east, west grid 1-6 only). Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 19 Sept 2019 | Stage 9 - L2-L8 horizontal structure. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 05 Aug 2019 | Part level 3 - Internal office alterations. | $163 |
| 05 July 2019 | Lot 302 - Office fitout of existing building. | $0 |
| 10 June 2019 | Basement B1 - Proposed alteration to building at Aurora Melbourne Central. | $43k |
| 23 May 2019 | Level 6 - Mechanical ventilation uprgrade works. | $161k |
| 10 May 2019 | Suites 601-602 - Internal office fitout for UEM Sunrise. | $583k |
| 01 Mar 2019 | Stage 13 - Structural and architectural (including facade) levels 32, 32A and 33 only. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 01 Mar 2019 | Stage 7 - Structure (ground mezzanine and level 1 typical floor structure L10-32, L33-65, L68-91), vertical structure (core up to roof), columns from basement to roof, strucutral steel, basement to level 8 services. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 21 Dec 2018 | Stage 12 - Architectural basement level B3 to level 31 (including facade, non-structural precast and masonry) and wet fire services only. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 22 Aug 2018 | Stage 1 - Piling (excluding piles within 1 metre of easement ducted E2), basement level (in-ground) services and foundations. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 22 Aug 2018 | Stage 5 - B2, B1, ground floor superstructure including slabs, vertical supports (columns) as enabling works associated with Melbourne central, (excludes structure above ground floor). Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $48.0m |
| 21 Aug 2018 | Stage 14 - Level 9 pool and outdoor terrace works, architectural (including facade) and horizontal structure to levels 66, 66M and 67 only. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 15 Dec 2017 | Stage 6 - Demolition of zones between aurora and melbourne central as per demolition plans. Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $5.4m |
| 31 July 2017 | Refurbishment to the existing arcade and escalators from ground floor to level 2 to Lonsdale, Little Lonsdale and La Trobe buildings. | $6.5m |
| 04 Jan 2017 | Demolition of temporary concrete stair and new pathway between Melbourne Central and Aurora South. | $145k |
| 13 Dec 2016 | Stage 8 - Services. Level 9 to roof (excluding wet fire). Construction of a 92 level (87 storeys) apartment building - Aurora Apartments. | $434.5m |
| 29 June 2016 | UEM Sunrise Retail works - alterations to a building | $60k |
| 25 Sept 2015 | Stage 2 - All demolition works to completion. Demolition of existing building. | $3.0m |
| 21 Sept 2015 | Stage 1 - Internal soft strip out works only. Demolition of existing building. | $3.0m |
| 13 Nov 2012 | Internal fitout for A Little Bird Told Me cafe. | $39k |
| 06 Aug 2009 | Alterations to existing retail shop 3. | $12k |
| 09 Aug 2004 | Alterations to an existing building. Stage 1 Works : Internal Office Alterations. | $50k |
| 27 July 2001 | Alterations to an existing building. ground floor - deletion of exit signs and hosereels, portable fire extinguishers to be installed to all tenancies | $2k |
Is Aurora Melbourne Central residential or commercial?
Aurora Melbourne Central mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was Aurora Melbourne Central built?
Aurora Melbourne Central was completed in 2019.
How many floors does Aurora Melbourne Central have?
Aurora Melbourne Central has 86 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in Aurora Melbourne Central?
Aurora Melbourne Central has 959 homes. The national address file lists 1,011 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
What size apartments are in Aurora Melbourne Central?
The City of Melbourne's development record lists 520 1 bed, 563 2 bed and 56 3+ bed apartments. The built numbers may differ a little.
Does Aurora Melbourne Central have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 364 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
Does Aurora Melbourne Central have hotel or student accommodation?
The City of Melbourne records 204 serviced apartments and 252 student apartments at Aurora Melbourne Central.
What do apartments cost near Aurora Melbourne Central?
The median unit price in Melbourne was $545,000 in 2025, from the Victorian Property Sales Report. That's for the whole suburb, not this building.
What businesses are in Aurora Melbourne Central?
The latest council census counted 12 businesses in Aurora Melbourne Central, including Azeta Real Estate, Central Melbourne Specialists and CYP Design & Construction Joint Venture.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in Aurora Melbourne Central?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 224-252 La Trobe Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in Aurora Melbourne Central?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who designed and built Aurora Melbourne Central?
UEM Sunrise developed Aurora Melbourne Central, Elenberg Fraser designed it and Probuild built it. The building team section has the sources.
How tall is Aurora Melbourne Central?
About 270 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 1 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.
What public transport is near Aurora Melbourne Central?
Melbourne Central Station is the nearest train station, about 1 minute's walk. The nearest tram stop is Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5, about 2 minutes' walk.
What is the planning zone for Aurora Melbourne Central?
The site is in the Capital City Zone - Schedule 1 (CCZ1).
Does Aurora Melbourne Central have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS731995 has 988 lots.
Has any work been done on Aurora Melbourne Central recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 24 building permits for Aurora Melbourne Central since 2001. The most recent was in December 2025.
Sources: City of Melbourne building permits (CC BY 4.0); CLUE building information (CC BY 4.0); CLUE business establishments (CC BY 4.0); CLUE residential dwellings (CC BY 4.0); Development Activity Monitor (CC BY 4.0); Geocoded National Address File (G-NAF) (Open G-NAF EULA (CC BY 4.0 based)). General information from public records, not legal, financial or building advice.
