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New infra cuts travel times from downtown Davao to Ayala Land’s Virendo in Toril

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VIRENDO takes its name from the Spanish words “verde” (green) and “pausado” (gentle or deliberate), and it couldn’t be more apt. Designed as “nature’s finest address,” Virendo is Ayala Land’s first luxury residential project in Davao. It is located in Toril, 16 kilometers from the city center, offering views of the Mt. Apo-Talomo range and Davao Gulf. 

Previously, Toril could be reached from downtown Davao in 1-2 hours, depending on the traffic. Thanks to the opening of the coastal road, that time has now been reduced to 30-40 minutes during rush hour. 

The new coastal road diverts vehicles from Quimpo Boulevard and MacArthur Highway, reducing travel times. 

Commuters and drivers using the route have reported smoother traffic flow during peak travel hours. Meanwhile, the Davao City Bypass Road will connect Barangay Sirawan in Toril to Barangay J.P. Laurel in Panabo City. This is expected to cut travel time between southern Davao and Davao del Norte from nearly three hours to only about one hour.

The new infrastructure paves the way for opportunities for residential and commercial growth in the southern part of Davao. Further, Ayala has a proven track record of transforming once-overlooked, far-flung communities into thriving urban centers like BGC and Nuvali. And like BGC and Nuvali, Ayala Land, with Virendo, is introducing a new neighborhood that creates a vibrant community that embodies the heart of Davao.

Virendo, a master-planned, mixed-use, self-sustaining development, is a joint venture between Ayala Land and ANFLO Management and Investment Corp. It is poised to become Davao’s nature-inspired southern gateway. 

The first phase of the 37.4-hectare development will feature 150 spacious residential lots, ranging from 450 to 1,803 square meters, set against rolling terrain with natural waterways. With elevations ranging from 155 to 237 meters above sea level, Virendo offers a refreshing and serene environment.

Ayala Land is bringing its successful courtyard concept to Davao with Virendo, having implemented it in other developments such as Nuvali and Vermosa. Ayala Land’s goal with Virendo, as with Nuvali and Vermosa, is to guide Filipinos to invest in premium locations as investments or homes for their families and generations to come. 

Virendo highlights the growing preference for horizontal developments, where buyers prioritize space, privacy, and a deeper connection with nature.

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Baste: Davao City stands strong amid challenges

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

MAYOR Sebastian “Baste” Duterte emphasized that the collective effort and discipline of Davaoeños are what kept the city thriving in the face of countless challenges.

In his speech during the Parada Dabawenyo on Saturday, March 28, Duterte did not fail to mention his father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, describing him as a “local hero.”

“Daghan ta ug giagian. Ang atong local hero na si former President Rodrigo Duterte ilang gihilabtan, karon unsay nahitabo sa atoa, nagtuo sila ug muhinay ta, nagtuo sila ug maluya ta, pero tan-awa kung asa ta karon, samot tang nikusgan kay ila tang gisuwayan,” Duterte told parade goers. 

“Kitang mga Dabawenyo maisug ta, kung kita gani itulak sa corner, imong ipiton wala tay lain himuon, dili man ta hilabtanon pero kung inyo ming suwayan, makatilaw gyud mo ug sukol sa inyong kinabuhi nga wala pa ninyo makit-i sukad sukad natawo mo,” he added.

Duterte called on every Davaoeño to support one another to persevere, saying that progress is not a race. He said a united society is rooted in discipline, education, and faith.

The mayor reminded Davaoeños to comply with existing ordinances, including liquor bans, anti-smoking regulations, curfews, and speed limits to ensure public order and safety. He said governance is a shared responsibility between citizens and the government.

Duterte also emphasized that the active participation of the youth will further elevate the city to new heights, so communities bear the huge burden of empowering their children to become more socially aware.

“Walay prebilihiyo para sa pipila, walay padrino. Kung unsa ang nasulat sa balaod, maoy masunod ug ipatuman bisan kinsa ka man. Dinhi sa Davao City, ang balaod saktong masunod. Ang hustisya kinahanglan mabati sa tanan,” he said.

He said the administration will continue to promote a “culture of security” to secure peace and order, and to continue the war against drugs and criminality. He also condemns discrimination against religions, tribes, and social classes.

Duterte ended his speech by promoting his sister’s presidential bid, “Akong pilion nga presidente karong 2028, si Inday Sara Duterte.”

This year’s Parada Dabawenyo featured 50 marching bands and more than 400 parading contingents, with around 35,000 participants.

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Alsons Dev, DoubleDragon break ground on Mindanao’s first CentralHub 

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ALSONS Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev), in partnership with DoubleDragon Properties Corporation (DoubleDragon) through its industrial leasing subsidiary, CentralHub Industrial Centers Inc., broke ground on CentralHub Davao on March 5, 2026, in Barangay Lasang, Davao City. This milestone marks the start of construction of the first CentralHub in Mindanao, a 6.2-hectare industrial warehouse complex that will support the region’s growing logistics and distribution needs.

Once completed, CentralHub Davao will feature a projected leasable space of 40,392 sqm, designed to support a range of uses including warehousing, cold storage, commissaries, light manufacturing, and other related services. Strategically located along the Pan-Philippine Highway near the Lasang Public Market, the site provides convenient access to key logistics gateways such as Sasa Port, Davao International Container Terminal Inc., and Francisco Bangoy International Airport, enabling faster and more efficient movement of goods across Mindanao.

Alsons Dev President and CEO Miguel A. Dominguez highlighted that CentralHub Davao reflects the shared commitment of Alsons Dev and DoubleDragon to delivering infrastructure that supports economic growth in Mindanao. The project builds on the companies’ previous collaboration on CityMall Northtown within Alsons Dev’s Northtown township in Cabantian.

With an estimated total project value of ₱1.2 billion, CentralHub Davao is expected to meet the increasing demand for modern industrial facilities across Mindanao, supporting the region’s manufacturing, export, and distribution sectors. Davao City Vice Mayor Rodrigo S. Duterte II highlighted its potential to create jobs, improve business efficiency, and reinforce the city’s role as a regional economic hub.

CentralHub Davao underscores Alsons Dev’s commitment to driving Mindanao’s growth through strategic developments that support businesses and strengthen the region’s investment profile. Through projects like this, the company is reinforcing its vision of building communities and opportunities across Davao City and Mindanao.

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Davao City lands in Top 5 fastest growing HUC in 2024

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

DAVAO City placed fifth among the 10 fastest-growing highly urbanized cities in terms of annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rates.

This was revealed in the 2024 economic performance of the 33 highly urbanized cities conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, released on November 18.

The city’s GDP was valued at Php 574.72 billion in 2024, marking an increase of Php 42.19 billion from Php 532.52 billion in 2023.

The City of Davao was in the top five with a 7.9 percent annual growth, surpassing Bacolod, which posted 7.7%; Makati (7.35%); Malabon (7.27%); Iloilo (7.1%); and Cebu with 7.0%.

Puerto Princesa, on the other hand, recorded the fastest annual growth at 9.8 percent, which was followed by the City of Iligan (8.8%); City of Butuan (8.7%); and City of Tacloban at 8.2%.

In the same report, Davao City ranked fifth among highly urbanized cities in terms of level and percent share of the national GDP for the year 2024, with Php 574.72 billion or a 2.6% share of the total national GDP in 2024.

The city surpassed the cities of Pasig, which posted Php 513.24 billion (2.3% share); Paranaque with Php 366.44 billion (1.65% share); Pasay with Php 359.09 billion (1.61% share); Cebu with Php 334.48 billion (1.5% share); and Mandaluyong with Php 320.43 billion (1.4% share).

On the other hand, Davao City was behind Quezon City, with the largest share at 6.0 percent, posting Php 1.33 trillion; followed by the City of Makati and the City of Manila, and the City of Taguig with 5.4 percent, 4.7 percent, and 3.0 percent shares, respectively.

In October, the PSA also revealed that Davao City recorded the fastest economic growth in the Davao Region, outpacing the regional average of 6.3 percent.

The city’s growth surpassed all provinces in the region, with Davao del Norte at 5.4 percent, Davao del Sur at 4.9 percent, Davao Oriental at 4.0 percent, Davao Occidental at 3.9 percent, and Davao de Oro at 3.1 percent.

This was revealed in the 2024 economic performance of the 33 highly urbanized cities conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority released on November 18.

The city’s GDP was valued at Php 574.72 billion in 2024, marking an increase of Php 42.19 billion from Php 532.52 billion in 2023.

The City of Davao was in the top five with 7.9 percent annual growth surpassing Bacolod which posted 7.7%; Makati (7.35%); Malabon (7.27%); Iloilo (7.1%) and Cebu with 7.0%.

Puerto Princesa on the other hand recorded the fastest annual growth at 9.8 percent, which was followed by City of Iligan (8.8%; City of Butuan (8.7%), and City of Tacloban at 8.2%.

In the same report, Davao City ranked fifth among highly urbanized Cities in terms of level and percent share to the national GDP for the year 2024 with P574.72 billion or 2.6% share to the total national GDP in 2024.

The city surpassed cities of Pasig which posted P513.24 billion (2.3% share); Paranaque with P366.44 billion (1.65% share); Pasay with P359.09 billion (1.61% share); Cebu with P334.48 billion (1.5% share);and Mandaluyong with P320.43 billion (1.4% share).

On the other hand, Davao City was behind Quezon City with the largest share at 6.0 percent posting P1.33 trillion; followed by City of Makati and City of Manila, City of Taguig with 5.4 percent, 4.7 percent, and 3.0 percent shares, respectively.

In October, the PSA also revealed that Davao City recorded the fastest economic growth in the Davao Region, outpacing the regional average of 6.3 percent.

The city’s growth surpassed all provinces in the region, with Davao del Norte at 5.4 percent, Davao del Sur at 4.9 percent, Davao Oriental at 4.0 percent, Davao Occidental at 3.9 percent, and Davao de Oro at 3.1 percent.

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Davao City’s revenue collection increased by 12%

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

THE CITY government recorded a 12.29% increase in revenue collection as of September 2025, the City Treasurer’s Office (CTO) reported.

In a statement, city treasurer Atty. Lawrence D. Bantiding said local revenue collection reached a total of P12,053,369,244.53.

The number is 12.29% higher compared to the same period in 2024, which was at P10,743,407,562.74. 

The increase is attributed to P2,532,822,246.96 from business taxes, and P985,702,932.31 in Real Property taxes. The city’s collection from local taxes, on the other hand, reached P4,275,868,354.32. 

“Our office is optimistic that the city will be able to exceed the expected revenue collection by the end of the year. Hopefully, just like the previous years, the city will also be able to surpass the target collection,” Bantiding said. 

As of September 2025, the city has already reached 84.02% of its target revenue collection of P14,346,445,829. 

To note, the city ranked eighth among the Top 10 cities recognized as top-performing local government units (LGUs) in terms of locally sourced revenue (LSR), with a total of P6,842.98 million in LSR for fiscal year 2024.

The Department of Finance–Bureau of Local Government Finance (DOF-BLGF) recognized Davao City in the recently released DOF-BLGF Memorandum Circular No. 017.2025.

The city reported a significantly higher LSR compared to Php 6,672.89 million in 2023.

Davao City is the only city in Mindanao to be part of the Top 10 in local source revenues, along with Quezon City, Makati City, Taguig City, Pasig City, Manila City, Parañaque City, Pasay City, Mandaluyong City from the National Capital Region, and Cebu City from Visayas.

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