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Industry News

Fleetwood secures $32 million quarantine centre contract

The Australian Government has selected the primary developer for the new 1000-bed quarantine centre, which is set to…

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Franchise News

Harcourts Australia partners with Realhub to launch a new proptech offering

The Harcourts Australia network aims to assist agents and property managers with a new digital proposals and listings…

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Industry News

Michael Fenn is the youngest recipient of the Sir Leslie Hooker Award

Michael Fenn has won the prestigious Sir Leslie Hooker Award, making him the youngest winner at 42 years…

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Industry News

Property Council welcomes roadmap to recovery

The Property Council has announced its support of the NSW Government's roadmap to recovery, focusing on the 80…

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Industry News

18 – 29 year olds account for more than one-third of all first home buyers

Millennials and Generation-Z hold a significant proportion of the first home buyer market, despite rising property prices.

Brennan Hill Local Property Team
Franchise News

Local Property Team offers new business model that’s local by name and nature

With a career spanning more than 17 years, encompassing the gamut of real estate companies and positions, Local…

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Industry News

Property Council of Australia supports international students returning to NSW

The return of international students will significantly benefit inner-city residential and commercial vacancy rates across the country, according…

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International

Matt Damon sold his Los Angeles mansion after reducing the cost by US$3 million

He might be one of Hollywood's most profitable actors, but even the biggest stars have to follow market…

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Industry News

REIA calls on government to address regional housing supply

The Real Estate Institute of Australia are putting the pressure on the Government to address the regional housing…

Industry News

The five best locations to invest in Australia with houses under $650,000

Property investment adviser Grant Foley has revealed five Australian locations where you can purchase freestanding houses for under…

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News

Recent homebuyers are more likely to rent out part of their property for additional income

New US-based research has found recent homeowners have been finding increasingly creative ways to generate income and offset…

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Supplier News

How to sell an Australian investment property from Hong Kong

A seller in Hong Kong, an agent in Werribee, a buyer purchasing sight-unseen over the internet, and it…

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Industry News

Propic appoints David Choi as Chief Commercial Officer

Property intelligence start-up Propic has appointed David Choi as their new Chief Commercial Officer and Strategist with an…

Industry News

Homegrown PropTech platform drives digital land sales

Oliver Hume has launched a new Proptech platform, allowing buyers to pay deposits online, without visiting a sales…

land lease downsizers
Industry News

Downsizers can avoid stamp duty when purchasing in land lease communities

Downsizing.com.au has published a report analysing the savings on offer for new homes in new land lease communities

Chadwick Real Estate
Industry News

Sydney-based Chadwick Real Estate expands with new Hornsby office

Chadwick Real Estate has opened a fourth office in Hornsby, ready to take advantage of the high demand…

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Technology

Why local businesses should communicate with customers via text messages

There are an estimated 3.8 billion smartphone users in the world, with 80 per cent of Australians using…

Paul Roberts Mr Knight Frank Head of NSW
People Moves

Knight Frank appoints Paul Roberts as Head of New South Wales

Knight Frank has announced a new leader for its New South Wales (NSW) business, with an optimistic outlook…

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Industry News

New and total listings drop across Australia as national rental supply nears all-time low

The Australian rental market has become increasingly competitive as available rental supply continues to sharply decline over 2021.

Franchise News

Mother-daughter kick start real estate dream with OASIS platform

Mum-and-daughter team Vanessa and Cheyne Brunton are enjoying overseeing their own destiny with @realty’s innovative OASIS platform, which…

Queensland Victorian Melbourne population
Industry News

South-East Queensland’s population is booming, while Victoria’s declines

Victorians continue to migrate out of the state, as Queensland welcomes nearly 44,000 new residents since March 2020.

Western Sydney
Industry News

Five key recommendations to promote economic recovery in Western Sydney

The Property Council of Australia has provided five key recommendations for Western Sydney's economic recovery when restrictions ease

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News

Melbourne agents embrace Eview Group’s ‘Your Brand Your Business’ model

Anthony Alagona, Omar Morsi and Daniel Sacco are the latest agents to embrace the Eview Group's 'Your Brand…

Industry News

Sarah Wotton joins DiJones Southern Highlands

DiJones Southern Highlands has welcomed sales agent Sarah Wotton to the team.

Industry News

Property investors expect house prices to continue rising

The 2021 PIPA Annual Investor Sentiment Survey has revealed investors still believe it's a good time to invest.

Perth Sydney Melbourne
Industry News

Perth’s most affordable house prices compared to Melbourne and Sydney

Perth is known to be one of the most affordable cities in Australia to buy a house, but…

home loan rate new low Greater Bank
News

How low can we go? Records slashed again as lowest home loan rate drops to 1.59 per cent

How low can we go? Home loan rates have dropped to a record low of 1.59 per cent,…

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Industry News

How millennials’ digital habits and home ownership trends have impacted the Australian property market

Millennials are a digitally savvy generation, going online to shop, socialise and work. So it is little surprise…

Industry News

Singapore and Hong Kong buyers set to underpin Sydney’s prestige market

Buyers from Hong Kong and Singapore will help propel Sydney's residential and commercial markets into 2022, according to…

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People Moves

Knight Frank NSW appoints new Head of Assessment Management Services

Knight Frank has announced the appointment of their new Head of Assessment Management Services (AMS) in NSW, Jeremy…

Industry News

New home sales remain strong in August

The HIA New Home Sales report shows a strength in new home sales during August, however sales remain…

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News

LJ Hooker celebrates its 93rd anniversary by partnering with Lifeline

LJ Hooker has announced an official partnership with Lifeline, which is aimed at helping the charity’s crisis support…

Industry News

Gateway approval for new Chatswood development

Heworth Holdings Group has received approval for a 25-storey residential and commercial development in Chatswood, Sydney.