A Brisbane family business since 1955, today specialising in developing high-quality residential buildings.
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Opportunity in every shape & size
DAKL is a Brisbane family business with a history spanning generations, established in 1955. With a foundation in property, construction and agricultural investments, today we specialise in the development of high-quality residential buildings.
Whether it be property, construction or agriculture, the multi-disciplined DAKL team have the experience necessary to not only see opportunities in all shapes and sizes, but seize them.
A Brisbane family business, three generations in
About us
Ivan Gartshore opened a tyre business on Ipswich Road in Moorooka in 1955. His sons joined him. In 1990, they started a construction company, and in 1999 they built its headquarters at Murarrie with three generations of the family working on the site.
Cleveland Street, Stones Corner
Current Project
A site assembled from 2021, approved for 226 dwellings across two twelve-storey buildings, and sold in 2026.
From first investment to finished building
What we do
Acquisition and assembly
We acquire and assemble sites where we see an opportunity to unlock value in innovative ways.
Planning and approval
We take sites through the approval process, working with local councils and state governments.
Development
We thoughtfully design and deliver residential buildings, with quality in the details.
Financial Stability
We are personally invested with integrity, commitment, and passion in our dealings.
DAKL is led by a team of experienced professionals
our team
With expertise spanning property, construction, investment and other industries. If you have a site, a partnership opportunity or a question, get in touch and talk to one of us directly.
