The Real Estate Conversation

Landmark legislation passes to protect Macedon Ranges

Victoria’s most iconic natural areas will now have better developmental protection than ever before, thanks to the passing of the Andrews Labor Government’s Distinctive Areas and Landscapes Bill 2017.

Victoria (Vic.)

Design

Victorian architecture celebrated, shortlist revealed

Victoria has asserted itself as a world-leader in design, as demonstrated by the shortlist for the 2018 Victorian Architecture Awards, released today.

Victoria (Vic.)

Featured Property

Height of luxury with this bespoke beachfront home in Point Lonsdale

This sunlit two-level residence features a rooftop deck with spectacular ocean views across Port Phillip Bay. For sale by Felix Hakins and Nicole Rowe of RT Edgar Bellarine Point Lonsdale.

National

People

NSW real estate reforms herald the start of positive change

The days of becoming a real estate agent in less than a week are finally over, thanks to new industry reforms led by the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW).

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

People

Get to know Carol Carter of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty

Carol Carter's sheer determination and passion has seen her rise to the very top of her game.

National

Design

Having a Pinterest-worthy home is the key to happiness, report

Having a home worthy of Pinterest is the key to happiness, according to a recent report from ME Bank.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

Kamimura: Sleep among the treetops in Leura

This contemporary mountain residence is set on a bushland estate of approximately 1.48ha. For sale by Matthew Gale and Andy Jones of McGrath Wentworth Falls.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

The Economy

Which Brisbane suburbs will benefit from the planned metro?

These suburbs are predicted to see massive growth as a result of the Brisbane Metro infrastructure project.

National

People

Five signs a career in real estate is right for you

Whether you're seeking a career change or are just starting out in your job search, here are five signs a career in real estate is perfect for you.

National

Design

Keep your home warm this winter with these high-tech solutions

Now that the chilly season is upon us, it's important to make sure your home is warm and cosy this winter.

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News Roundup

Over 10,000 native grasses fill Venice pavilion for 2018 Architecture Biennale

Australia's black granite pavilion in Venice has been filled with over 10,000 endangered native grasses for a 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale exhibition that argues for architecture and the built environment to care for the land it touches.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/over-10000-native-grasses-fill-venice-pavilion-for-2018-architecture-biennale-20180524-h10hs4

Consortiums ready to lock horns for $2b Victorian land titles

It'll be a pair of Aussies up against an Asian investment heavyweight when bids for Victoria's land titles registry land next week.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/street-talk/consortiums-ready-to-lock-horns-for-2b-victorian-land-titles-20180524-h10h3w

NSW government's management of Sydney Harbour criticised by federal Liberal MP

He counts NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian as a friend and political ally, but that has not stopped Trent Zimmerman, the federal Liberal member for North Sydney, from criticising her government.

Sydney Morning Herald

https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/nsw-government-sydney-harbour-federal-zimmerman-20180516-p4zfq5.html

Perth housing market on the rebound but builders yet to feel benefits

Confidence in Perth’s housing market is up, but not everyone is feeling the benefits.

WA Today

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/perth-housing-market-on-the-rebound-but-builders-yet-to-feel-benefits-20180524-p4zh9b.html

There'll be no shelter here: Deputy mayor rules out Victoria Bridge improvement

Victoria Bridge is crossed on foot more than 7 million times a year, but there is no shelter from sun or rain and the footpaths are narrow.

Brisbane Times

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/there-ll-be-no-shelter-here-deputy-mayor-rules-out-victoria-bridge-improvement-20180524-p4zh96.html

Ex-Australia Post boss Ahmed Fahour is selling his Hawthorn mansion for $40m+

The ex-boss of Australia Post, Ahmed Fahour, has listed his extravagant Melbourne manor for sale with price hopes above $40 million.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/vic/exaustralia-post-boss-ahmed-fahour-is-selling-his-hawthorn-mansion-for-40m-20180523-h10gwr

Walsh Bay Arts Precinct gets green light

A revamped multimillion-dollar plan to transform the waterfront between the Harbour Bridge and Barangaroo into an arts precinct has been given the green light and received the cautious support of the Sydney restaurant owner who had stopped it.

Sydney Morning Herald

https://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/art-and-design/walsh-bay-arts-precinct-gets-green-light-20180523-p4zh29.html

New suburb could heighten risk of flooding on light rail route

A new suburb planned for Canberra's north could heighten the risk of flooding along a section of Canberra's light rail route that was inundated during a one-in-100-year weather event earlier this year.

Canberra Times

https://www.canberratimes.com.au/national/act/new-suburb-could-heighten-risk-of-flooding-on-light-rail-route-20180503-p4zd24.html