VIC Real Estate News
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Hardeep Singh: A decade of dedication in Casey
Hardeep Singh believes success in real estate comes down to three simple principles: concentration, focus, and hard work.
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Marcus Bontempelli lends star power to Footscray’s ARCO development
Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli is bringing more than just sporting success to Melbourne’s west, teaming up with Ray White Williamstown to support the boutique ARCO apartment development in Footscray.
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Todd McKenney buys $2m Fitzroy warehouse conversion
Stage and screen performer Todd McKenney has made a big lifestyle change, purchasing a $2.035 million warehouse conversion in Melbourne's trendy Fitzroy after selling his Sydney home.
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Victoria leads Australia’s population growth as housing shortfall looms
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows Australia’s population grew by 484,000 people (1.8%) in the year to September 2024, with Victoria leading the way, adding 147,000 new residents. Oliver Hume Chief Economist Matt Bell warns a housing shortfall will be a “tragedy” for low and middle-income households already struggling with affordability.
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REIV calls for tax reform to boost Victoria’s housing supply
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is urging the Victorian Government to implement property tax reforms to address the state's housing crisis ahead of the 2025-26 State Budget.
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Barry Plant’s International Women’s Day Lunch Spotlights Important Conversations
International Women’s Day is a time to listen to, learn from, and celebrate women.
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Victoria strengthens renter rights with new laws
Victoria has passed new laws strengthening renter protections, including a complete ban on ‘no reason’ evictions.
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Charles Callis joins Besser & Co
Respected agent Charles Callis has joined Besser and Co, bringing over a decade of industry experience to the agency.
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Victoria aims to become “townhouse capital” with planning reforms
Victoria is set to streamline the approval process for medium-density housing with Premier Jacinta Allan introducing a new "townhouse code" aimed at making the state Australia's townhouse capital.
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Agents warned about social media rental scams
A wave of rental scams are targeting renters through social networking sites, with prospective tenants being urged to work with registered property managers.
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Victorian short-stay tax hitting domestic violence victims in emergency accommodation
Domestic violence survivors seeking emergency shelter through Airbnb are being charged Victoria’s new short-stay tax, prompting urgent calls for an exemption.
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Harry Singh: creating success with authenticity in Melbourne’s west
Harry Singh has built a successful career with Area Specialist in Melbourne's west
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Experienced agent follows in father’s footsteps to open RWC MC
Leading commercial real estate agent Ted Dwyer is taking the next step in his real estate journey with the opening of his own business RWC MC, based in the heart of Melbourne.
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A new era of excellence in Melbourne’s Bayside
The powerhouse team behind Ray White Cheltenham and Mordialloc are thrilled to announce the opening of their third office in Sandringham, launching the revolutionary Ray White - The Bayside Group.
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Sarah McCallum: taking control of your business
Making the transition from a franchise to running her own business was a watershed moment for Sarah McCallum, who hasn't looked back since joining Area Specialist three years ago.
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First home buyers flock to Victoria as ‘rentvesting’ gains momentum
First home buyer loan activity is surging across Australia, with Victoria emerging as the nation's leading destination for new buyers.
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The view from the Hills: how Chris and Candice Hill made it to the top
Chris and Candice Hill have returned to Barry Plant, rejoining as directors of the Warragul-Drouin office.
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Mitchy Koper and Matthew Bell join Oliver Hume
Property services and funds management group Oliver Hume has expanded and enhanced its marketing and research teams with the appointments of Mitchy Koper and Matthew Bell.
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Caroline Springs Office Joins Barry Plant
After starting as an independent office in 2003 and then becoming part of a major network in 2015, the team at Caroline Springs is now taking the next step in its evolution by joining the largest Victoria-only real estate group, Barry Plant.
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Laura Voinea: quality over quantity
Noble Park and Keysborough agent Laura Voinea has built her real estate career on a simple philosophy - focus on quality over quantity.
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Vanessa Jeans returns home to Ray White
Ray White has announced the return of Vanessa Jeans as Head of People for Ray White Victoria and Tasmania.
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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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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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REIV has concerns about Victoria’s new rental reforms
The reforms, part of the Vic Labor Government’s broader housing strategy, aim to address rental market inequalities while balancing the concerns of the real estate industry.
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Six reasons why Queensland has soared past Victoria to become an investor paradise
This marks the first time the Sunshine State has held this position since the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) began tracking loan numbers and values by state.
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Leo Widjaja: building success through genuine connections
Leo Widjaja never imagined a chance meeting at a diving course would lead to a successful career in real estate.
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Adam Fiteni appointed CEO of Harcourts Victoria
Former BDM and Corporate Auctioneer Adam Fiteni has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer of Harcourts Victoria.
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Victoria bans no-fault evictions
Victorian landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without valid reasons as part of sweeping reforms to rental laws announced by the state government.
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Victoria’s regional social housing boost
In a move to tackle Victoria’s housing crisis, the state government has unveiled a new breakdown of its ambitious $1 billion Regional Housing Fund.
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Ruby Vo: From property management to sales success
Ruby Vo's journey in real estate began in 2010 when she started as a property manager.
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From commission houses to Melbourne’s best-selling agent under 30
From growing up in a commission home to being named in the Herald Sun’s Best-Selling Agents Under 30 list, Ozan Kanbur has come full circle.
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Victorian government to release record amount of land for housing
The Victorian government is preparing to announce the largest release of land for housing in the state's history, targeting Melbourne's outer suburbs to combat the ongoing housing crisis.
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Stamp duty slashed for off-the-plan property purchases in Victoria
The Victorian government has announced a significant reduction in stamp duty for off-the-plan apartments, units and townhouses in a bid to stimulate the housing market and address the state's housing crisis.
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Jack Gilchrist: putting the community first
When Jack Gilchrist started in real estate, he never imagined he'd become one of the top agents in South Gippsland.
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Opposition vows to scrap Victoria’s controversial ‘Airbnb tax’
The Victorian Opposition has pledged to repeal the state's contentious Short Stay Levy Bill if elected in 2026, citing concerns over increased holiday costs and economic impacts.
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