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Overseas health professionals find first Australian home in Minyama
Peter Cox has sold a renovated four-bedroom house at 20 Bangalow Street in Minyama, Queensland, for $1.915 million after 31 days on market via private
Family returns home as Andrew Ferraro secures off-market Lysterfield sale
Andrew Ferraro has secured an off-market sale at $917,000 for a four-bedroom house in Lysterfield, finding a buyer who wanted to return to the area
WA homes are filling up five times faster than any other state, as NSW and Victoria go the other way
Western Australia now has 258 people per 100 dwellings, up sharply since 2018 and five times the national increase, as years of housing undersupply drive Perth’s median house price to $1.01 million while sales volumes fall 13 per cent. New research shows migration, not natural growth, is fuelling the state’s deepening supply shortfall.
Harcourts network backs employment, wildlife and child safety causes
Harcourts Foundation has granted $10,000 to Dress for Success Tasmania for outreach employment services in Devonport and Launceston, and $3,039 to Save Our Wildlife Foundation for possum nesting boxes. The network is also backing Day for Daniel’s child safety campaign and joining the Digital Live Bike Ride in Thailand supporting vulnerable children.
Terri Fellows returns to Harcourts Pakenham as co-owner
Terri Fellows is returning to Harcourts Pakenham as co-owner, 16 years after starting there in reception. After rising to top sales rankings and later founding her own agency, Fellows Real Estate, Terri rejoins the Harcourts network, reuniting with mentors Peter Blackwood and Tain to build on her career while continuing community support across Cardinia, Casey and Gippsland.
Matt Glynn and Lori Wyer return to Ray White Kawana Waters
Matt Glynn and Lori Wyer have rejoined Ray White Kawana Waters, bringing their partnership formed in 2018 back into the network. With Matt’s 20-plus years of experience and Lori’s background since 2007, the duo aims to leverage Ray White’s systems and support to enhance client service while continuing their trusted, personalised approach to buying and selling property.
Dubai’s $2.2 billion project leans on long-term leasing, not sales
Dubai is forging ahead with the US$1.4 billion Water Gardens development in its financial district despite weaker property sales and rising construction costs linked to regional conflict. The four-building project, featuring hotels, luxury residences and Grade A offices, will mostly be leased rather than sold, reflecting developer HH Development’s long-term confidence in Dubai’s market resilience.
Apartments overtake a third of NSW property sales in Q3
Apartments surged to 37.05 per cent of NSW property purchases in Q3 2026, up from 26.32 per cent, as houses dropped to 55.38 per cent amid affordability pressures and rising rates, InfoTrack reports. First home buyers drove the shift, with apartments making up 77.9 per cent of their purchases, led by Parramatta.
Ex-NBA star’s Miami mansion back under contract after four tries
Hassan Whiteside’s Miami Beach waterfront mansion is under contract for the fourth time since May, now asking US$14.8 million, down from its original US$19.5 million listing. The gated Lakeview Court estate features a chef’s kitchen, cinema, rooftop lounge, resort-style pool and private dock, reflecting a 24 per cent price cut from last year.
Francois Duverge coordinates delayed settlement to deliver seamless off-market sale in Woy Woy
Francois Duverge has sold a three-bedroom villa at Unit 4, 9 Victoria Road, Woy Woy for $985,000 via an off-market transaction, orchestrating a delayed settlement
Ray White TMG launches luxury division under Matt Micallef
Ray White TMG has launched a dedicated luxury property division led by founder and CEO Matt Micallef, debuting with the campaign for a waterfront residence at 29 Namatjira Court, Broadbeach Waters. The offering blends bespoke marketing, personalised service and Ray White’s global buyer network, reflecting rising demand for specialist prestige real estate services on the Gold Coast.
Naomi Carter joins Harcourts Pinnacle as sales consultant
Naomi Carter has joined Harcourts Pinnacle as a sales consultant, already securing three listings in North Brisbane. With experience across the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay region, plus a background in technology-driven sales and home staging, she brings tailored client strategies. Naomi cited the company’s culture and low staff turnover as key reasons for joining.
Home sales fall 20.9% as spring market stalls nationally
Australia’s spring housing market has stalled, with September home sales down 20.9 per cent year-on-year and median selling times nearly doubling to 41 days nationally. Cotality data shows rising unsold stock despite fewer new listings, as higher interest rates, reduced borrowing capacity and falling values make buyers increasingly hesitant to commit to purchases.
Victoria moves to ease foreign investor property taxes as housing targets remain out of reach
Victoria’s Labor Government has unveiled new Absentee Owner Surcharge exemptions for developers delivering affordable housing, plus a pledge to review foreign investor surcharges if re-elected in November. The move aims to boost housing supply amid construction shortfalls, though industry groups warn broader tax reform is still needed to ensure development feasibility.
Commercial property sales jump 21 per cent, but rate hikes threaten recovery
Commercial property transactions rose 21 per cent in early 2026, led by industrial assets, but four RBA rate rises and slowing buyer searches threaten momentum. Office vacancies remain high nationwide while retail offers stronger yields. Business growth and possible investor diversification from residential property could offset financing pressures, though the sector’s resilience remains uncertain heading into 2027.
Why the agents who double down now will win the recovery
Charles Tarbey draws on fifty years of real estate experience to argue that tough markets demand doubling down rather than retreating. Instead of fixating on slow sales, agents should focus on building listing stock and maintaining honest seller communication, positioning themselves to capitalise when buyer confidence inevitably returns and market activity surges.
Winning the vendor is getting harder. RealtyAssist wants to help agencies offer more.
With property sales slowing and homes taking longer to sell, real estate agencies are facing growing pressure to demonstrate value and give property owners more
What downsizers actually want isn’t the smallest home on the market
A new realestate.com.au and GemLife report reveals 88 per cent of Australian households aged 55+ have spare bedrooms, highlighting downsizing potential. Yet stamp duty, moving costs and limited suitable housing deter sellers. Downsizers prioritise low-maintenance living, security and lifestyle over smaller size, with many preferring two to three bedrooms rather than the smallest available homes.
A little help from the Beatles – Mayfair apartment in Fab Four’s former home lists for $8.5 million
A renovated three-bedroom apartment in London’s Mayfair has listed for £4.5 million, situated one floor below the flat where John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr lived together in 1963. The Victorian building, designed by Sir Robert William Edis, blends period character with luxury interiors, marketed exclusively through Wetherell.
Urban Real Estate creates new AI and customer experience role
Urban Real Estate has appointed mathematician and data scientist Akash Singh to a newly created role as Director of Digital, AI and Customer Experience. Starting 21 September 2026, he will lead digital and AI strategy, cutting manual reporting and admin to free up agents and property managers for more meaningful, human-focused client relationships.
Nicole Walker joins Harcourts Adelaide Hills
Nicole Walker has joined Harcourts Adelaide Hills, bringing with her nearly a decade of experience selling homes across the region. Nicole has built her career
AI could change who controls the relationship between agents and buyers
A Harvard Business Review analysis suggests AI assistants acting on buyers’ behalf could reshape real estate, shifting influence away from property portals and agencies. As US platforms like Zillow integrate with AI tools, Australian agents face questions about data value, buyer trust and where genuine influence will sit as search and decision-making increasingly move beyond traditional portals.
Victoria bans rental application fees, tightens bond claim rules
New Victorian rental laws now require landlords to notify tenants and provide evidence before claiming against a bond, ban application fees entirely, and mandate gas and electrical safety checks every two years. From next year, rentals must also meet new energy efficiency standards, as part of over 150 reforms aimed at improving fairness for renters.
Why lease expiry talks should start well before the deadline
Commercial property owners risk rushed decisions if lease renewal talks start too close to expiry. NAI Harcourts’ Tom Donnelly explains why early conversations about tenant needs, property condition and lease terms matter more than last-minute rent negotiations, giving owners and tenants time to plan for renewal, upgrades or new occupiers.