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Sir Robert Menzies’ historic Melbourne residence up for sale at $9 million
A landmark home once owned by Australia’s longest-serving Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, has been listed for sale in Kew, Melbourne, with expectations of up to $9 million.
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US real estate giant makes $2.7b bid for Domain
A major shake-up is underway in Australia's property portal landscape as US-based CoStar Group has launched a $2.7 billion takeover bid for Domain, Australia's second-largest real estate platform.
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Rate cut provides modest relief as mortgage stress continues
The Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to cut the cash rate to 4.10 per cent offers some reprieve to struggling homeowners, but research suggests the reduction may not be enough to ease widespread financial pressure.
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Investor boom drives spike in home loans
Australia's home loan market has experienced significant growth in 2024, with investor lending leading the way and showing remarkable resilience amid changing market conditions.
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Regional markets show strength as capital cities slow
Regional property markets are showing remarkable resilience while capital cities face declining prices.
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Foreign buyers to be banned from purchasing existing homes
Labor has announced a two-year ban on foreign investors purchasing existing homes in Australia, mirroring a similar policy proposed by the Coalition last year, as part of broader efforts to improve housing affordability.
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RBA cuts interest rates to 4.1% – what does it mean for real estate?
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered the cash rate to 4.10%, marking the first rate cut in years and offering potential relief for buyers, investors, and homeowners.
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More suburbs join the $2million and $3million clubs
A growing number of Australian suburbs have crossed the $2 million and $3 million median house price mark as strong price growth continues to push property values higher in blue chip markets.
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Ray White inks major partnerships with AFL powerhouses
Leading real estate group Ray White has secured significant partnerships with two of the AFL's biggest clubs, joining forces with both Collingwood Football Club and Sydney Swans in separate three-year deals.
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Where your buyers will find love this Valentine’s Day: Ray White reveals Australia’s dating hotspots
Are your buyers looking for love this Valentine’s Day? Where they buy may influence their chances more than you think, according to new data from Ray White Group Senior Data Analyst, Atom Go Tian.
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Regional property markets show strength as capital cities decline
Regional property markets are showing remarkable resilience, with values continuing to outperform capital cities amid challenging market conditions.
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LJ Hooker’s brand reset to draw in new agents
LJ Hooker is hoping a bold new brand reset will attract fresh talent to the network, offering agents cutting-edge marketing tools, instant brand recognition and streamlined systems.
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Sean Hanneberry appointed CEO of Professionals Group
Experienced business leader Sean Hanneberry has been named as the new CEO of Professionals Group to lead the major transformation of the 150-office national real estate network.
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Simone Biles to headline REA Group’s Ready25 event
Simone Biles, is set to open this years exclusive Ready25.
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South Australia tops HIA’s housing policy ranking
South Australia has topped the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Housing Policy Scoreboard, ranking ahead of all other states and territories in its approach to tackling housing supply issues.
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Premium markets poised for strongest gains as rate cuts near
Australia's premium property markets are expected to see the largest value increases when interest rates begin to fall, with new research indicating substantial growth potential across the housing sector.
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Ray Ellis appointed CEO of CENTURY 21 Australia
Experienced real estate leader Ray Ellis has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer of CENTURY 21 Australia.
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REA Group CEO Owen Wilson announces retirement
REA Group's Chief Executive Officer Owen Wilson has announced his intention to retire from full-time executive roles in the second half of 2025, marking the end of an era for the company.
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Leadership takes centre stage at Launch 2025
Leadership was the focus at Ray White's Launch 2025 event, where more than 1,200 members gathered at the Melbourne Convention Centre for the network's largest-ever annual kickstarter.
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Office vacancy remains stable as new supply hits market
The Australian office market is showing resilience with CBD vacancy rates remaining relatively stable, despite significant new supply entering the market.
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Domain’s Head of Customer Solutions Angus Ferguson departs after successful tenure
Domain's Head of Customer Solutions, Angus Ferguson, is set to leave the company after six years of leading significant technological innovations and growth initiatives.
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Mark Jansen joins first national real estate as marketing and communications strategist
First National Real Estate has today announced the appointment of Mark Jansen as Communications & Marketing Director, continuing the revitalisation of Australia’s largest real estate cooperative that began in 2024 with the appointment of new CEO, David Edwards.
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Consumer confidence surges as rate cuts loom
Consumer sentiment in Australia has reached its highest point in nearly three years, as speculation grows about potential interest rate cuts from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
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Agents are optimistic about house price growth in 2025
The majority of real estate professionals are predicting house prices will increase in 2025, with improved affordability and potential interest rate cuts driving market confidence.
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REIA unveils seven-point plan to tackle housing crisis
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has launched a comprehensive election commitment plan aimed at addressing Australia's housing affordability crisis ahead of the 2025 Federal Election.
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HIA calls for urgent action in Budget to tackle housing supply
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has urged the Federal Government to use the 2025-2026 Budget to address Australia’s deepening housing crisis, warning that without major investment and reform, home ownership will slip further out of reach for many Australians.
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Property prices dip as market momentum slows
National home prices have recorded their first decline of the year, dropping 0.08 per cent in January, though values remain nearly 4 per cent higher than the same time last year.
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Darren Pearce joins First National as Membership Director
Industry veteran, Darren Pearce, with over 30 years of experience has taken on a key leadership role at Australia's largest independent real estate network.
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The 5 biggest property trends set to shape 2025
The Australian property market is set for another year of change, with economic policy, cultural shifts, and evolving buyer behaviour shaping the landscape. REINSW President and BresicWhitney CEO, Thomas McGlynn, predicts the five trends that will shape our industry in 2025.
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Rental market shows signs of cooling as availability improves
The Australian rental market is showing early signs of easing, with slower price growth and improved property availability marking a shift from the intense conditions of 2023.
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CPI decline raises hopes for borrowers
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data shows a significant decline in inflation, bringing relief to borrowers and sparking optimism for an interest rate cut, but experts urge caution to maintain economic stability.
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The One Conference helps elevate agents in 2025
More than 800 real estate professionals from across Australia gathered at The Star in Brisbane for The One Conference, an event designed to build momentum and foster collaboration across all markets.
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Property investors target consistent markets
Property investors are increasingly understanding the value of consistent markets over boom locations, with new research revealing the top 50 safest investment suburbs across Australia.
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Aussie James Bond bows out of local property market
George Lazenby, Australia’s only James Bond, has closed the chapter on his Australian real estate holdings with the sale of his final property in Crows Nest for $2.45 million.
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$10,000 apprenticeship incentive welcomed as key step in tackling housing crisis
The Property Council of Australia and the Housing Industry Association (HIA) have praised the federal government’s new $10,000 apprenticeship incentive, calling it a crucial measure to address the labour shortages hampering Australia’s housing goals.
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