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Outer suburbs lead property price growth across Australia
Property prices in Australia's outer suburban areas are significantly outperforming inner-city markets, as buyers seek more affordable housing options amid ongoing affordability challenges.
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Apartment approvals slump as focus shifts to delivery phase
Australia’s housing approvals have taken a hit, with apartment approvals seeing a significant drop in March, as the federal government now turns its attention to the delivery of its ambitious housing targets.
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Ray White West Realty launches across Melbourne’s thriving western corridor
In a bold move to redefine real estate service in Melbourne's booming west, experienced operators Darren Lambert and Cameron Vurovecz have unveiled Ray White West Realty, bringing three established offices under the banner of Australasia's largest real estate group.
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Revolution comes to Pimpama
Eiles and Brittany Hunt opened their second real estate office this month, adding Pimpama as another stronghold for REMAX Revolution and marking a milestone globally as the first office in Australia to sport the new REMAX branding just launched by the global real estate powerhouse.
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Inside the US$38.5M mansion for sale in Florida’s ultra-exclusive Bear’s Club
A newly constructed luxury mansion has hit the market for $38.5 million (approx. AUD $59.5 million) in the Bear’s Club, one of Florida’s most exclusive gated golf communities.
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Investor activity surges nationwide with Victoria lagging behind
Australian investors have ramped up their buying activity to near-decade highs, with Victoria being the notable exception according to new data.
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AUSTROS finalists get set for the Auctioneering Championships
The 2025 Australasian Auctioneering Championships (AUSTROS) will feature novice auctioneers for the first time, marking a significant expansion of the region's premier auctioneering competition.
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Barry Plant appoints Lee Woodward to run leadership training
Barry Plant has secured one of the most respected names in Australian real estate education, Lee Woodward, to deliver a tailored leadership and training program for its network.
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Aussie launches ‘Aussie for agents’ connecting agents to millions of buyers and vendors
Aussie, one of Australia's most trusted and recognised home loan brands, has launched Aussie for Agents - a new platform that will give agents a smarter, zero-cost way to market listings to millions of buyers and vendors while bringing necessary competition to the market.
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Harcourts SA introduces new performance coach Sam Owens
Harcourts South Australia is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its team, Sam Owens, who joins as the organisation's dedicated performance coach.
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Americans must now earn over US$114,000 to afford the median-priced home, Up 70% Since 2019
Buying a home in the United States has become significantly less attainable, with new data revealing that the annual income needed to afford a median-priced property has climbed to $114,000—up from $67,000 in 2019. As mortgage rates remain elevated and prices hold firm, many would-be buyers are being priced out. However, signs of a market shift are emerging, with increased…
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Labor’s housing policies set to drive prices higher before boosting supply
Labor's election victory has put housing affordability at the centre of Australia's political agenda, with policies that experts say will initially drive prices higher before eventually increasing housing supply.
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15 must-have CRM tools & features every real estate agent needs
In today's real estate industry, having a powerful, easy-to-use CRM isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential.
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Where Ziggy Stardust began: David Bowie’s childhood home in London for Sale
A modest Victorian terrace in Bromley with a brief but meaningful link to David Bowie has been listed for sale.
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Gumtree and Homely partnership delivers success
In a bold move that's reshaping how Australians search for property, Gumtree and Homely have joined forces to deliver more reach, better leads, and greater value for agents—without the added cost. Just six months in, the results speak for themselves.
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Jellis Craig expands Boroondara presence with launch of Surrey Hills office
Victoria’s premiere real estate group, Jellis Craig, has further strengthened its foothold in Boroondara with the opening of a new office in Surrey Hills – expanding the total number of offices in the Jellis Craig Boroondara group to four.
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Slowing inflation could mean a May rate cut is coming
Inflation has officially returned to the Reserve Bank of Australia's target band for the first time in over three years, setting the stage for a potential interest rate cut next month.
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Experienced father-son team launch Ray White Tingalpa
Ray White has expanded its presence in Brisbane's Eastern suburbs with the launch of Ray White Tingalpa, led by seasoned father-and-son team Shaun and Mitch Witherow.
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From smartphone to sold: how Matterport’s new features make virtual tours accessible for every agent
Virtual property tours are no longer a luxury, they’re fast becoming a standard in real estate marketing. Matterport’s Senior Director of Sales & Partnerships, Mark Teo, explains how new tools like smartphone scanning, Property Intelligence, and intuitive navigation features are empowering agents of all experience levels to create high-quality virtual tours — no tech background required.
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Home prices reach new record high
Australian home prices have hit a new record high in April, with the national median price rising 0.20 per cent to reach $805,000, as regional areas continue to outpace capital cities in growth.
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Kiwi property market defies global trends
Despite ongoing global economic uncertainty, New Zealand’s property market has remained steady in April, with national prices holding firm and stock levels rising, according to the latest figures from realestate.co.nz.
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Brent Pullar appointed as Director of Growth at Harcourts
Harcourts is proud to announce that Brent Pullar, a respected real estate veteran with over 30 years of experience, has stepped into the role of Director of Growth in Victoria.
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Breaking free: how Leon & Chané take control with their own brand
After 15 years in real estate, Leon and Chané launched their own brand with OASIS powered by @realty, finding the financial freedom and support they'd long sought. "This is by far the best support we've ever received," says Chané of the platform that transformed their business through superior commission structure and marketing resources.
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Luxico launches exclusive membership as Billion Dollar Playground prepares for premiere
Blending five-star hotel service with the privacy of Australia's most breathtaking homes, Luxico’s new membership model promises curated stays, VIP treatment, and experiences even the best hotels cannot match.
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Premium suburbs lead the wave of knockdowns
Melbourne and Sydney are leading the knockdown and rebuild trend with over 30,000 homes approved for demolition in each city between 2019 and 2024, according to new research.
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Western Australia has the strongest economy but Queensland’s rising
Western Australia has retained its position as Australia's best-performing economy for the second consecutive quarter, while Queensland has climbed to share second place.
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Industry faces critical anti-money laundering compliance deadline
Australia's real estate industry must prepare for significant regulatory changes as the government introduces mandatory anti-money laundering reforms with a fast-approaching deadline.
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Fresh energy for RWC Robina
RWC Robina is proud to welcome respected commercial property expert Richard McCouaig to lead the relaunch of its commercial division, bringing a fresh wave of energy, knowledge, and experience to the Gold Coast's ever-evolving property market.
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Former A-League Goalkeeper Adam Pearce kicks off career in real estate with Harcourts
Adam Pearce, a former professional goalkeeper with over seven years in the A-League and time spent as part of the Central Coast Mariners, has made a bold career pivot from football to real estate.
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Luxury meets rock legacy: Gene Simmons’ Beverly Hills house hits the market
Rock legend Gene Simmons is ready to part with his ultra-modern Beverly Hills home — but only to the right buyer. Listed at $13.995 million (approx. AUD $21.5 million), the sleek hillside property offers smart-home features, city-to-ocean views, and a clear warning: “No schmucks.”
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Housing taxes and regulations hindering federal affordability measures
State government taxes and regulations are threatening to undermine federal efforts to improve housing affordability.
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Sydney has the most unaffordable electorates
Sydney dominates the nation's housing affordability crisis, with 12 of Australia's 20 most unaffordable electorates located in the harbour city,
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Lukas Pedder: From professional soccer to real estate in Mildura
Former professional soccer player Lukas Pedder has established a successful real estate business in Mildura since joining Area Specialist, growing from scratch to a team of five in less than two years.
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Retirement living reforms could unlock nearly 60,000 homes
Proposed reforms to retirement living policies could release almost 60,000 homes back into the Australian housing market, helping to address the nation's housing crisis.
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Ada Mastronardo joins BresicWhitney
Experienced agent Ada Mastronardo has joined BresicWhitney, working alongside Andrew Liddell.
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