The Real Estate Conversation

National

The Economy

Sellers expected to wait until late February to begin auctioning properties

Australia's auction market has gotten off to a slow start this year.

New South Wales (NSW)

Politics

Renewed calls for stamp duty reform in the wake of REINSW figures

A report commissioned by the Real Estate Institute of NSW has revealed the top 50 suburbs where the most stamp duty is paid, prompting CEO Tim McKibbin to speak out against the the way the tax is calculated.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne Collingwood

People

Get to know Scott McElroy

In his more than 25 years with hockingstuart, Scott McElroy has been deeply involved in the early days of Melbourne's push into large residential projects, and the adaptation of large industrial buildings for residential use.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

Featured Property

Hamptons inspired excellence in Robina

Live the Hamptons lifestyle in this dreamy Robina abode. For sale by Renee Morgan of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty.

National

The Economy

"No good news" in latest housing finance figures

The number of home loan approvals fell by 0.9 per cent in November, and economists warn the weakness in the housing market is likely to be felt for some time.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

The Economy

Perth market showing signs of life

With the median house price lifting, REIWA President Damian Collins is optimistic about Perth's property market.

National

The Economy

5 homes to buy if you won last night's Powerball jackpot

Won the Powerball jackpot last night? Here are some of the most amazing homes from around the country to spend your winnings on.

Queensland (Qld)Sunshine Coast

Featured Property

The Palms: Hinterland oasis on the Sunshine Coast

Just 15 minutes from Noosa, The Palms is a contemporary oasis nestled in the hinterland. For sale by David Conolly and Sam Walker of Century 21 Noosa Heads.

Queensland (Qld)

The Economy

Queensland poised for strong capital growth

The Sunshine State is set to enjoy a year of consistent home value rises, as the market continues defying national trends of falling house prices.

National New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

The Economy

A tenants market: More than 25,000 homes available for rent in Sydney

Sydney renters have twice as many properties to choose from than their Melbourne counterparts after a spike in listings over the December period, new figures from SQM Research reveals.

Pages

News Roundup

Australian luxury hotels up their game for Chinese tourists

With the Chinese now accounting for Australia’s largest group of tourists, hotels are going the extra yard to make their visitors feel welcome.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/01/21/australian-luxury-hotels-their-game-chinese-tourists/1548029132

DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Northbridge officially opens

Hilton officially opened DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Northbridge on Friday, marking the DoubleTree brand’s first Western Australia property and the first new-build DoubleTree property to open in Australia.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/01/21/doubletree-hilton-perth-northbridge-officially-opens/1548028404

New global luxury hotel brands to grow SEQ into a star-studded destination

Brisbane and the Gold Coast could emerge as the star-spotting capitals of Australia when major international hotel brands – The Rosewood, The Ritz Carlton, and The Dorsett – open their doors in South East Queensland.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/01/21/new-global-luxury-hotel-brands-grow-seq-star-studded-destination/1548017861

Asia property market outlook challenging - Colliers

However, opportunities remain for occupiers and investors according to Colliers International, in their latest predictions for the Asia property market in 2019

RETalk Asia

https://www.retalkasia.com/news/2019/01/18/asia-property-market-outlook-challenging-colliers/1547765028

Aldar launches AED $2 billion mixed-use development in Alshamkha

Aldar Properties has announced the launch of its newest AED 2 billion development, Alreeman in Alshamkha. With investment zone status, the mid-market, mixed-use development offers residential and commercial land plots available for purchase by all nationalities.

RETalk Mena

https://www.retalkmena.com/news/2019/01/17/aldar-launches-aed-2-billion-mixed-use-development-alshamkha/1547679865

'Clear challenges' facing the UAE market in 2019, says Knight Frank

Knight Frank's UAE market review and 2019 forecast has predicted further challenges for the office and retail sectors, but a slight boost for the property market.

RETalk Mena

https://www.retalkmena.com/news/2019/01/17/clear-challenges-facing-uae-market-2019-says-knight-frank/1547686460

Office market expected to be more even in 2019

Knight Frank and CBRE have predicted steady growth for Australia's office market in 2019, with demand set to rise outside the traditionally dominant centres of Sydney and Melbourne.

COMMO

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/01/18/office-market-expected-be-more-even-2019/1547760298

Retail sector to remain healthy in 2019

Trends that emerged in the retail sector during 2018 could become more pronounced across the next 12 months, according to CBRE's National Director for Retail Investments, Mark Wizel.

COMMO

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/01/18/retail-sector-remain-healthy-2019/1547755244