A new skyscraper is set to transform the Gold Coast skyline, as a property developer has announced a collaboration with the Trump Organisation to build a towering landmark. This ambitious project promises to redefine luxury living in Surfers Paradise with its six-star amenities.

The envisioned skyscraper is anticipated to rise 340 meters high, spanning 91 floors, making it a standout feature on the coast. Altus Property Group’s chief executive, David Young, described the development as a future icon for the area, catering to affluent residents and visitors alike. He highlighted its potential to serve as a significant attraction during the upcoming Olympics, thus boosting tourism.

“For nearly two decades, I’ve been pursuing the Trump International Hotel & Tower Gold Coast project,” Young stated. “We are set to see it become Australia’s tallest structure by the decade’s end.”

However, this grand vision is still in its early stages, with the Gold Coast City Council confirming that they have yet to receive a development application. Until then, the project’s future remains uncertain, pending further approvals and discussions.

“The Trump International Hotel & Tower Gold Coast development I’ve been pursuing for almost 20 years is going to be Australia’s tallest building before the end of the decade.”

But the proposal is far from a done deal, with the Gold Coast City Council saying that a development application was yet to be received.

Acting Gold Coast mayor Mark Hammell said in a statement that the Gold Coast welcomed investment in the city, as it displayed confidence and helped create jobs.

“A formal development application will be required, and we look forward to considering the application once it is received,” he said.

Young said the design of the tower would follow the same Trump design manual used for properties currently being built in Jeddah and Saudi Arabia.

One third of the building would function as a six-star hotel with another third to include 270 apartments.

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