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London design firm to create ultra-luxury Sydney residences
World-renowned luxury design firm Banda Property is set to make its Sydney debut, designing interiors for an exclusive harbourside development in Darling Point.
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Canada to crack down on Airbnbs
The Canadian government has unveiled plans to help cities crack down on Airbnb and other short-term rental properties, with the goal of increasing housing availability for residents.
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Barry Plant Eastern Group expands
The new Barry Plant Balwyn Office is set to be run by Director Isabella Kou.
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Chris Borg launches Raine & Horne Shoreline on Mornington Peninsula
Award-winning finance specialist Chris Borg has partnered with Raine & Horne to launch a new office at Rye on Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula.
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Hanan Cawley joins Highland as Managing Director Gold Coast
Leading Gold Coast agent Hanan Cawley has been appointed Managing Director of Highland Gold Coast as the group expands its Queensland presence.
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Tony O’Doherty joins McGrath Estate Agents in Brisbane
Leading real estate group McGrath Estate Agents is strengthening its Brisbane footprint with the appointment of prominent Queensland agent Tony O'Doherty to head its Bulimba operations.
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Experts forecast first rate cut in May
Experts are predicting interest rates will remain elevated until at least May 2025, as the Reserve Bank maintains its focus on controlling inflation.
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Moving home triggers major lifestyle changes for Australians
Two-thirds of Australians use moving house as an opportunity to transform their lifestyle and financial habits, according to new research from realestate.com.au.
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Property market set for big changes in 2025
The property market is poised for significant changes in 2025, with rate cuts expected and emerging trends reshaping both residential and commercial sectors.
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Brisbane and Adelaide set to join the million-dollar club
Brisbane and Adelaide are set to join Australia's million-dollar median house price club by the end of 2025, according to an expert.
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Dwelling approvals surge to highest level in nearly two years
Australian dwelling approvals have reached their strongest levels since 2022, signalling a strong recovery in the construction sector despite ongoing economic challenges.
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NSW Government unlocks land for 2,300 new homes in Western Sydney
A significant parcel of unused land in Western Sydney's growth corridor will be transformed to deliver approximately 2,300 new homes, ending a decade-long bureaucratic stalemate.
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Property price growth slows as markets await rate cuts
Momentum is cooling across Australia's major capital housing markets, with monthly gains slowing to 0.4 per cent despite strong annual growth figures.
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Luxury treehouses become multi-million dollar retreats
Celebrity treehouse builder Pete Nelson is transforming childhood dreams into million-dollar luxury retreats.
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Six skills to win in 2025 according to your accountant
The skills required to succeed in your career and business are changing rapidly as technology and society evolve.
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Queensland leads the nation in housing activity
Queensland has emerged as the frontrunner in residential construction activity, driven by a significant influx of interstate migration and overseas arrivals.
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Movers and Shakers
Tara Christianson appointed as National Customer Training Manager at REA Group
REA Group has appointed Tara Christianson as National Customer Training Manager, partnering with Luke Dore to lead customer training initiatives across franchises, ownership groups and agencies.
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Streamline Property Buyers wins at REIQ awards
The Announcement: Streamline Property Buyers has reinforced its position as a market leader in Brisbane real estate, securing two major accolades at the REIQ Awards for Excellence 2024. The agency was named Buyers Agency of the Year for the second consecutive year, while Managing Director Melinda Jennison took home Buyers Agent of the Year for the third consecutive time. These…
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Knight Frank expands Asset Management Services in Tasmania
Knight Frank has established two new Asset Management Services teams in Hobart and Launceston, marking a significant expansion of its presence in Tasmania.
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REIA announces 2025 board leadership team
REIA has announced its 2025 board leadership team, with Leanne Pilkington continuing as president and Hannah Gill as deputy president
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Callum Donders: becoming a top agent at 25
When Callum Donders graduated from university during COVID with a marketing degree, he never imagined he'd become one of Pakenham's top real estate agents within three years.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Renovations outpace new builds as homeowners opt for upgrades
Homeowners are increasingly choosing to renovate rather than build new homes, with renovation spending now accounting for 40 per cent of total construction expenditure.
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Sydney suburbs show strong growth potential despite a slowdown
A number of suburbs in Sydney continue to show resilience and growth potential, even with prices slowing down across the city.
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Shared living on the rise
More Australians are turning to shared living arrangements as rental costs continue to soar across the country.
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Artemus Group acquires iconic New Farm property
Artemus Group, the hospitality company behind Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves, has expanded with the purchase of an iconic property in New Farm.
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Capital cities could accommodate three million new homes
New research has identified the potential for more than three million additional strata units to be built across Australia's major cities, offering a potential solution to the housing crisis.
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Hamish Firth expands Ray White footprint with Coolah office
Experienced rural real estate agent and business owner Hamish Firth has opened his third office, Ray White Coolah, alongside salesperson Roger Wood bringing their expertise to the region.
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First home buyers finding creative ways to enter the market despite rising costs
First home buyers are now saving less than half of what they were a year ago as the rising cost of living continues to impact their ability to enter the property market.
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Commercial property market surges as investor confidence returns
Australia's commercial property market has shown resilience in 2024, with average sale prices increasing by seven per cent and transaction volumes on track to exceed $1.4 billion.
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Affordability shifts towards the unit market
A shift towards unit living is gaining steam as house prices continue to surge across Australia's capital cities, according to new research.
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Thomas McGlynn takes the helm at REINSWÂ
The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has announced Thomas McGlynn as its President.
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City exodus: four in ten eye a move to regional Australia
Four in ten city residents are now considering a move to regional Australia, as new research reveals mounting pressure on regional communities to keep pace with unprecedented population growth.
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‘Mum and Dad’ investors the key to affordable housing
Small-scale property investors could play a big role in addressing Australia's affordable housing crisis, according to new research.
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Ray White Northern Beaches expands with ninth office
David Walker and Charles Caravousanos have expanded their footprint on Sydney's Northern Beaches, acquiring Hunter Estate Agents in Elanora Heights.
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NAR’s REACH program crowned top PropTech accelerator
The National Association of Realtors' (NAR) REACH technology growth program has been named PropTech Outlook's 2024 Accelerator of the Year, highlighting its growing influence in real estate innovation.
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