QLD Real Estate News
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RE/MAX Property Group journey begins
It’s been one heck of ride for Jesse van Nek into business ownership, but he’s grabbing the bull by the horns, determined to make his mark with the establishment of RE/MAX Property Group in Gympie, Queensland, this week.
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Bradley Milton’s real estate venture surges early
Grace Estate Agency Principal Bradley Milton never expected to be looking towards business growth just three months after launching his own real estate brand.
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Tony and Serah Ngo say starting their own agency was 100 per cent the right move
A 'whirlwind, exciting and something he'd 100 per cent do again' — these are just three of the terms Brisbane agent Tony Ngo uses to describe the recent launch of his own real estate agency.
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Chaotic auction sets a new record with 161 registered bidders for damaged home
When Cory Boyd and Keron Petzer listed the dilapidated home at 19 Billabong Drive, Crestmead, they had no idea of the chaos that would ensue on auction day.
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Queensland’s biggest property law shake-up in 50 years: REIQ flags some concerns
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has largely welcomed the state’s new property laws, but warned there are a few illogical and ambiguous provisions that remain.
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Gold Coast office market to run out of stock in three years
A lack of new office developments on the Gold Coast is likely to see the availability of office space dry up over the next three years.
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Andrew Bell set to hand over the reins of Ray White Surfers Paradise Group
Queensland real estate icon Andrew Bell OAM has announced his succession plans for Ray White Surfers Paradise Group (RWSPG).
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NSW and Queensland vacancy rates take another dip
Vacancy rates across NSW and Queensland dropped in September, signalling a growing rental crisis.
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How’s the serenity at this all black Noosa Heads home
In Queensland's serene Noosa Heads, there stands a home that defies conventional expectations – a home as dark as the night, inside and out.
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Queensland agent to set a new benchmark in Cairns
Over an 18-year career, Queensland agent Adam Saitta has worked with both big brands and boutique agencies, and now he’s set to tap into that extensive industry insight with the launch of his own brand, Benchmark Real Estate.
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Real estate couple return to RE/MAX
The passionate, results-driven duo of Lyn Griffiths and Rohan Banning have returned to the global RE/MAX network to open RE/MAX Central Residential in Brisbane’s inner suburban market.
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Gold Coast trophy home sets new auction record
Queensland has a new auction record after a luxury Gold Coast estate with views that span from Main Beach to Broadbeach, sold for $24.8 million on the weekend.
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Another 92 social and affordable homes for QLD
In a bid to help ease the ongoing housing crisis, the Queensland government is funding the construction of another 92 social and affordable homes.
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Eastell and Co. expands into Sunshine Beach in partnership with unrealty
A leading real estate agency that prides itself on excellence in prestige property service, Eastell and Co., has announced its expansion into the vibrant community of Sunshine Beach.
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Storia Estate Group launches in the luxury Brisbane Bayside market
Luxury Queensland agency, Chapter Estate Groups is rebranding to Storia Estate Groups, with the independent team narrowing its focus to exclusively high-end luxury property across the Redlands region of Queensland.
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Toowoomba’s new social housing a “miracle” for struggling tenants
The first tenants have started moving into new social housing in Toowoomba in Queensland, with 15 more homes on the way thanks to a partnership between the state government and YWCA.
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Queensland property continues to bounce back, led by regional areas
Queensland property continues to go from strength to strength, with a number of regional locations recording double-digit annual growth in the past 12 months.
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The epic Alkira Resort House has hit the market
Cape Tribulation's famed Alkira Resort House, a vision of futuristic architecture, is now up for sale.
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Further industry recognition for the award-winning McGill Group
Hot on the heels of taking out the award for Small Residential Agency of the Year in 2022, The McGill Group is celebrating further recognition, being named as finalists in five categories of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland Awards for Excellence in 2023.
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Elevate Residential joins fight against over-55 women’s homelessness
A Brisbane real estate agency has joined a campaign to help give women over 55, who are at risk of homelessness, access to safe and affordable housing and personalised support packages.
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Queensland CEO Mitch Peereboom becomes Harcourts shareholder
Harcourts Queensland Chief Executive Officer Mitch Peereboom has signed a shareholder contract and is now a part-owner and director of Harcourts Queensland.
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Study reveals impact of short-term rentals on housing affordability is limited
Short-term holiday rentals, such as Airbnb and Stayz properties, only have a “limited” impact on long-term rental affordability, according to a Queensland Government study.
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Southerners flock to Queensland as interstate inspections hit record high
Queensland has seen record numbers of interstate buyer and renter digital inspections in the past six months, a trend which is showing no signs of slowing.
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Unleashing potential: UrbanX empowers Louise Denisenko to start her own agency
With over a decade of experience in real estate Louise Denisenko has realised the potential for growth and success that comes with starting your own brand, launching her boutique agency, Redlands Coast Properties, in partnership with UrbanX.
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Highland to open new office on the Gold Coast
Leading Sydney real estate agency, Highland, will expand into the vibrant Gold Coast property market with the opening of its sixth office.
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Building Inspections Gold Coast: Palm Beach shacks signal rising trend
An original Palm Beach shack that sold within a day of hitting the market for the first time, is evident of a building and renovation boom in the highly-sought Gold Coast suburb.
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Some relief for QLD renters as vacancy rates rise
There are some green shoots appearing for desperate renters in Queensland, with vacancy rates slowly starting to rise.
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Suburbs set to thrive from Brisbane Olympics
As Victoria deals with the fallout from cancelling the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the 2032 Brisbane Olympic precinct in Brisbane’s Inner South has topped a list of the city’s property hotspots.
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Queensland Government reviewing new rental laws to stop landlords skirting rent rise rules
The Queensland Government is reassessing regulations curbing rent increases in light of allegations suggesting property owners are exploiting loopholes to bypass the recently introduced rental caps.
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Queensland tenants forget millions in bond money
More than 110,000 Queensland tenants have forgotten to reclaim a collective $52 million in rental bonds, according to the state’s residential authority.
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Gold Coast real estate agency ordered to compensate tenants for property maintenance issues
A Gold Coast real estate agency has been instructed to pay substantial compensation to tenants of a prestigious rental property due to its failure to address multiple maintenance issues, including water damage and electrical faults.
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Failed QLD land tax has seen investors flee
The Queensland government’s failed attempt to introduce an expanded land tax has done long-term damage to the state’s stock of rental properties according to new analysis.
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Talented Mackay couple take the reins at RE/MAX
One of RE/MAX Australia’s leading offices has changed ownership and name, with RE/MAX Results becoming RE/MAX Select and Hayley Van de Ven handing over to Nikita and Dan Kinnane.
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Justin Miller revolutionising real estate business on the Gold Coast
In an industry known for its competitive nature and constantly evolving landscape, the Gold Coast’s Justin Miller stands out as a visionary leader, empowering agents and transforming the way business is conducted in the region.
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Queensland Budget offers “little hope” for long-term housing solutions
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland says Queenslanders looking to enter the property market or secure long-term shelter for their family will find “little hope” in the State Budget.
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