The Real Estate Conversation

Featured Property

Sydney’s “most desirable home”

World-class boating facilities and uninterrupted harbour views are just the start of the magnificence of this absolute waterfront home. For sale by Ken Jacobs and Darren Curtis of Ken Jacobs Christies International Double Bay.

Design

'John has always had a deep connection with residential architecture': Getting to know the John Wardle Architects residential team

The residential team of John Wardle Architects provides an insight into how its work has evolved in the time the firm has been operating.

International

Design

Luxurious and historic Bel-Air hotel on the market for measly US$225 Million

The Conrad Hilton estate - Casa Encantada - has come on the market for the first time in decades.

Queensland (Qld)Sunshine Coast

Construction

Sod turn on latest in luxury living on Sunshine Coast

Curve Birtinya is the latest $37 million project to be built by Cube Developments on the Sunshine Coast and the properties are being snapped up fast.

National

The Economy

Villa World has new AVID owner

AVID Property Group is set to acquire ASX-listed residential developer Villa World Limited in a $410 million deal.

Queensland (Qld)

Featured Property

‘Pebble Beach’: world-class island living

Enjoy your very own island getaway with this private Hamilton Island retreat. For sale by Liam Kearney of Hamilton Island Real Estate.

Victoria (Vic.)

People

New president elected for Real Estate Institute of Victoria

Leah Calnan is the new name and face for the REIV during the 2019-2020 term.

National

The Economy

First Home Owner Scheme officially legislated

The Bill to allow first home buyers easier access to the property market has now been passed in both the upper and lower houses.

New South Wales (NSW)

Design

Winners announced at 2019 NSW Country Division Awards for architectural excellence

The results of great inspiration were rewarded at the latest Australian Institute of Architects’ NSW Country Division Awards recently.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

North Point Residence: luxurious beachfront oasis

This designer home features a parent's retreat, complete with marble ensuite, lounge, and gym, known as the 'Round House'. For sale by Nick Witheriff and Carol Witheriff of LJ Hooker Kingscliff.

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News Roundup

https://www.theindustrialist.com.au/news/2019/10/14/berrinba-industrial-precinct-experiences-record-demand/1571025294

Berrinba industrial precinct experiences record demand

Occupiers commit to more than 81,000 square metres across five major deals in just the past three months.

The Industrialist

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/10/17/townhome-living-rise-families-melbourne%E2%80%99s-next-boom-suburb/1571285353

Townhome living on the rise for families in Melbourne’s next boom suburb

A new series of architecturally designed townhomes are coming to Balaclava in Melbourne.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/10/17/sleeping-giant-disrupting-melbourne%E2%80%99s-office-space-market/1571270000

The sleeping giant disrupting Melbourne’s office space market

Education providers are becoming major players in the take up of CBD office space, says JLL report.

Commo.

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/10/16/rare-opportunity-acquire-iconic-asset-sydney/1571200383

Rare opportunity to acquire iconic asset in Sydney

Heritage building in the heart of the Sydney CBD to be sold by Colliers International and Savills Australia.

Commo.

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/2019/10/16/strong-regional-representation-among-2019-sa-premier%E2%80%99s-food-and-beverage-industry-awards

Strong regional representation among 2019 SA Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards Finalists

Now in its 21st year, the Awards celebrate innovation and leadership within SA's food and beverage industry.

The Business Conversation

https://www.thecanberravoice.com.au/2017/09/25/new-luxury-hotel-canberras-historic-west-block-buildings/1506302380

New luxury hotel for Canberra's historic West Block buildings

The historic West Block buildings in front of new Parliament House will be restored and re-purposed to a magnificent luxury hotel following Geocon’s $6.25 million acquisition of the site from the Commonwealth.

The Canberra Voice

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/10/14/high-rise-living-panoramic-views-proves-popular-parramatta/1571006006

High rise living with panoramic views proves popular in Parramatta

Said to be one of the tallest residential buildings in Parramatta, EcoWorld’s West Village will feature 398 premium apartments with a majority boasting breathtaking panoramic views towards the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Blue Mountains and the CBD.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/2019/10/15/halcyon-house-recognised-top-5-hotels-australia/1571087542

Halcyon House recognised in Top 5 Hotels in Australia

The unique Halcyon House has been recognised in the top 5 hotels in Australia with the Conde Nast Traveler's 2019 Readers' Choice Award.

The Hotel Conversation