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New NSW Government must address housing crisis
New South Wales may have a new premier in Chris Minns, but the state is still afflicted by the same widespread housing crisis, with leading property bodies calling for change.
New national president for Property Council
The Property Council of Australia today announced Managing Director of QIC Real Estate, Michael O'Brien, as its new…
Leading Laing+Simmons offices join forces
Laing+Simmons CEO Leanne Pilkington says the East Group’s approach is about demonstrating the power of collaboration.
NSW and QLD top the list of recession-proof suburbs
NSW and QLD have a number of locations that could hold up in value in the event of…
Loss-making resales jump across Sydney and Melbourne
The share of loss-making home sales across the country has jumped, led by both Sydney and Melbourne, which…
The great debate: short-term holiday rentals in Australia’s housing crisis
Are short-term holiday rentals the solution to or the problem in Australia’s housing crisis?
New listings suffer as sellers err on the side of caution
The seasonal uptick in property listings that usually occurs in the first half of March has been noticeably…
10 incredible homes built into nature
Over the years, architects have always looked for creative ways to incorporate the built form into nature.
Perth remains affordable to buy and rent
Despite rising interest rates making life more difficult for homebuyers, Perth is still the second most affordable property…
Australia’s rental system is ‘broken’ study reveals
Australia’s residential rental system is “broken” and fails to provide affordable, secure housing for tenants or a solid…
Kyle Cheney goes from AFL to JLL
JLL is adding to their Logistics and Industrial team in Adelaide, with the recent appointment of Kyle Cheney.
Brisbane Bayside specialist notches 1000 sale
Brisbane Bayside real estate specialist Nyree Ewings has etched her name amongst an elite group, selling her 1000…
Buyer demand fuels record month for The Agency in WA
The Agency’s Western Australia office has recorded a record month with 321 properties under offer in February.
From fisherman to million-dollar agent: Hanan Cawley launches his own agency
From commercial fisherman to luxury million-dollar agent, Hanan Cawley is bringing a new era of excellence to the…
Cirrus8 launches its Executive Management Plus Dashboard
Cloud-based, commercial property management software platform Cirrus8 has just released its industry-leading Executive Management Plus Dashboard.
Australia ranked 12th happiest country in the world
Australia has been named the 12th happiest country in the world according to the 10th annual World Happiness…
Dynamic duo launch L&M Property Co with Agents’Agency
After working together for five years, established Victorian agents Leman Djamal and Michael Abbas have taken the next…
Little Real Estate partners with Rental Heroes to deploy AI technology
Australia’s largest independently owned real estate agency Little Real Estate has joined forces with Rental Heroes to implement…
Sydney renters paying $633 a week more than a year ago
Rents in Australia's unit market have surged, with the national trend recording its highest annual growth on record…
Time to save a deposit drops for first-home buyers
The time taken to save a deposit to purchase an entry-level first home has dropped by as much…
Listing Loop now offers conveyancing to further deliver qualified buyers to agents
Top Australian off-market and pre-market property portal ListingLoop.com.au has partnered with leading licensed law firm Bond Conveyancing to offer conveyancing…
High interest rates weigh on new homes sales
The record rise in interest rates is continuing to weigh on new home sales, while a better than…
Bricks and mortar retail far from dead
The rise of online retail has been a major concern for brick and mortar stores, but recent data…
Australian RE/MAX agents top commission earned globally
Australia had the highest level of average commission per agent in 2022 throughout the 140,000-plus agents in the…
Auctions rebound in second busiest week of year
As predicted, auctions rebounded last week, with 2234 properties going under the hammer - the second largest number…
Robert De Niro’s apartment from Heat hits the market
A stunning Malibu oceanfront property has hit the market for US$21 million after claiming fame in the 1995…
Introducing the AREAs finalists for 2022
REA Group has today announced the 2022 Annual REA Excellence Awards (AREAs) finalists, with winners set to be…
The Sydney suburbs bucking the trend with double-digit growth
Despite property prices declining across Sydney over the past 12 months, a number of suburbs have seen double-digit…
Hockingstuart’s expansion in Melbourne’s growth corridors
The brand has recently added new Victorian offices in Dandenong, Bundoora and Warragul and Williamstown.
New Zealand’s high-end properties have fallen in value by up to $300,000
New Zealand’s wealthiest suburbs are being hardest hit by the current market slowdown, with values falling by up…
How three mates started their own agency and simplified their lives
I’m sure you’ve heard the story that being the principal of a real estate agency can be hell.
Rental rates soar to new heights
Weekly rent for a three-bedroom house in Brisbane has experienced the highest annual increase this century, with little…
Real estate agency ordered to pay after advertising mislead buyer on air-conditioning
A Melbourne real estate agency has discovered the hard way that it pays to get your listing copy…