Rowan Crosby
Rowan Crosby is a senior journalist at Elite Agent specialising in finance and real estate.
Industry calls for review of Queensland tenancy laws
Queensland's real estate sector is pushing for a comprehensive review of recent tenancy law changes, with concerns about their impact on the housing market.
Darwin and Melbourne the top property picks for 2025
A new report has identified some unexpected hotspots, with Darwin and Melbourne leading the way as top investment…
Sydney’s affordable housing scheme set for major overhaul
The City of Sydney is pushing forward with significant changes to its affordable housing scheme, aimed at dramatically…
Houses outperform apartments in New Zealand
House prices have shown stronger growth compared to apartments over extended periods, with land value playing a crucial…
Victorian tourist town sees surge in property listings but no rentals
The popular Victorian tourist town of Bright is experiencing a big surge in property listings, with 100 homes…
Government fast-tracks 5,000 new social homes in housing push
The Government has announced an accelerated second round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) to deliver 5,000…
Regional divides increase in 2024
The property market is experiencing differences in growth across the country, with some areas showing strong gains while…
Top 10 celebrity home sales for 2024
It’s been a huge year for celebrity home sales, with some of the world’s most exclusive and expensive…
Property prices rise as markets shift
Property prices continue their upward trajectory with the national median house price reaching $1,050,370, marking a 6.2 per…
Trump organisation expands its Middle East presence
The Trump Organisation is set to significantly expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with plans for multiple luxury…
Brent Spooner expands LJ Hooker presence in WA’s South West
LJ Hooker Property South West WA has strengthened its market position through strategic merger, adding two more offices…
Brad Armitage steps up as HIA NSW Executive Director
HIA has announced the appointment of former carpenter Brad Armitage as its new Executive Director NSW, commencing January…
Listings hit multi-year highs despite November slowdown
The market is experiencing its highest November listing levels since 2020, despite a monthly decline in new properties…
Cameron Brain steps up at Ray White City Realty Group
Ray White City Realty Group has promoted Cameron Brain to Director of Sales and Auctions, marking a significant…
Joshua Bagley expands Ray White presence in South Australia
Ray White Strathalbyn principal Joshua Bagley has taken over leadership of Ray White Murray Bridge, merging two successful…
Blue chip New Zealand property outperforms
New Zealand’s high-end properties and certain regional areas are showing strength and outpacing much of the broader market,…
American and Middle East buyers dominate luxury European property market
Wealthy American and Middle Eastern buyers are driving the super-prime property market in Europe, accounting for half of…
Point Piper’s Wolseley Road claims title as Australia’s priciest street
Wolseley Road in Sydney's Point Piper has cemented its position as Australia's most expensive street, with median house…
RBA leaves rates on hold with inflation still “too high”
There’s no relief for mortgage holders just yet, with the Reserve Bank of Australia leaving the official cash…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Luxury treehouses become multi-million dollar retreats
Celebrity treehouse builder Pete Nelson is transforming childhood dreams into million-dollar luxury retreats.
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.
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…