Industry News
Breaking stories, regulatory changes, market data, and major developments across Australian and New Zealand real estate.
Sydneysiders take the longest to save a house deposit
Sydney continues to be Australia’s least affordable property market, with new data suggesting it takes up to 18 years to save a deposit in many blue-chip locations.
Fitzroy tops Melbourne’s most liveable suburbs list
Inner-city suburbs continues to top the list of most liveable in Melbourne according to new analysis.
Sales remain strong in the Territory
The Real Estate Institute of the Northern Territory has indicated sales remain strong in the Top End, but…
REIV announces excellence awards
The 2021 Winners of the REIV Awards for Excellence have been announced, with some strong competition across the…
Hotel investment surging in regional NSW
It’s been a tough 18 months for the hospitality industry, but with lockdowns set to continue to ease,…
Sydney property prices not in bubble territory
Record-low interest rates have fuelled rapid house price growth around Australia, however, Sydney is not in a housing…
Professionals Group boosts executive team
Rising rents push New Zealanders to buy
Signs that rental growth has accelerated sharply across New Zealand is leading many people to look at buying.
Historic Berrima Gaol hits the market
Strong selling conditions as new listings surge across Australia
Buyer demand for property continues to outstrip supply across the country, however, listings are starting to increase according…
Housing affordability pressures create pain for apartment upgraders
Upgraders are increasingly running into affordability constraints as house prices around the country continue to increase.
Property Council welcomes $500 million economic boost
NSW border opening set to boost Sydney economy
Tandi Gill joins Belle Property to foster growth
The price of swish ski homes continues to rise
Demand for homes in popular ski resorts is rising at a rapid rate all around the world according…
Regional property prices continue to climb in Western Australia
House prices across regional Western Australia are continuing to gain momentum after a strong period of growth.
Just 35 per cent of Aussies would buy property in the current market
Almost two thirds of Australians believe now isn’t the right time to buy property, according to new research…
REIA releases policy agenda ahead of upcoming Federal Election
The REIA has set out the policies it believes the government needs to address on behalf of the…
RE/MAX opens new Logan Central office
Logan City on Brisbane’s southside has a fresh alternative to real estate with RE/MAX Residence open for business…
Delayed Barry Plant awards night finally goes ahead – virtually
After re-scheduling their annual Awards for Excellence gala night several times due to lockdown, Barry Plant CEO, Nigel…
Queensland named number one property investment location
A new report has highlighted Queensland as Australia’s number one property investment location.
Mortgage Choice and Smartline to operate as one brand
REA Group today announced a significant integration milestone for its broker business with Mortgage Choice and Smartline to…
Ouwens Casserly announces John Thompson as chief executive officer
As a result of unprecedented growth over the past year, Ouwens Casserly have announced the promotion of John…
Highland raises the bar with fresh rebrand
Auction volumes rising as clearance rate tops 80 per cent
Auction volumes are continuing to increase, with CoreLogic reporting a preliminary clearance rate of 81.8 per cent after…
Record demand for regional NSW property continues
Record real estate activity in many areas of regional NSW, has local agents thinking that there could be…
Melbourne maintains $1 million median price as regions boom
House prices across Victoria remain incredibly strong, with the Melbourne median price above $1 million and regional areas…
REIQ says rental reforms may hurt property owners
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) is concerned new rental reforms that were introduced this week hurt…