PHOTO: A Sudden Loss That Has Rocked the Property World. NRL player Tye Alroe. OCEAN ROAD MAGAZINE
The Gold Coast property community is mourning the loss of one of its brightest rising stars, Tye Alroe, who passed away suddenly this week after suffering a heart attack at a local gym. He was just 39 years old.
Once signed with the Melbourne Storm NRL club at 19, Alroe’s second act was even more impressive — building a multi-million-dollar construction and development firm from the ground up.
He leaves behind his partner Nikki and their young daughter Poppy, as well as a legion of friends, family, colleagues, and admirers in both the sporting and business worlds.
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🏗️ From Bricklayer to Boutique Development Giant
Tye Alroe’s journey into the property sector began humbly — as a carpenter and bricklayer — but his vision, energy, and grit propelled him into elite company within a decade.
💼 In 2012, Alroe founded Alroe Constructions, which grew to become one of the Gold Coast’s leading boutique property developers.
Just months ago, industry sources described his operation as:
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📈 $50 million in annual turnover
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📁 $185 million in active project workbook
📊 Business Snapshot: Alroe Construction (as of 2025)
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| 💰 Annual Turnover | $50 million |
| 📁 Project Workbook | $185 million |
| 🧱 Services | Construction, Development, Design |
| 🧠 Reputation | Innovative, Trusted, Respected |
| 📍 Based In | Gold Coast, Queensland |
Tye Alroe, who was once contracted with the Melbourne Storm
🧑🤝🧑 Tributes Flow from Across the Property Sector
Alroe’s business acumen and personal generosity earned him praise far beyond the construction site.
Close friend and industry figure Steve Hunt said:
“He was a rising star and well liked by all — builders, tradespeople, contractors. The industry is devastated.”
Rob Bailey described him as:
“Driven, passionate and positive. His energy was contagious.”
Alroe’s sister Courtney posted an emotional tribute:
“He was strong, smart and so incredibly funny. The world feels a lot darker without him in it… But in his name and for his legacy, we will be there for his company, his people, and most of all, for his darling Poppy and Nikki.”
Alroe (pictured)
🙏 Final Word: A Life Lived Boldly, A Legacy That Will Build On
Tye Alroe didn’t just build homes — he built trust, loyalty, and ambition into every project. In an industry known for volatility, he stood out as a stable, sincere, and strategic force.
With construction contracts in the pipeline and a reputation for excellence, his company and impact are certain to live on — just like the values he left with his family, colleagues, and community.
SOURCE: THE DAILY MAIL