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Centurian sub-penthouse apartment with stunning panoramic views

Featuring 180-degree views and 4 car garaging, as well as access to resort style facilities and concierge, this Southbank skyhome is for sale via Michael Paproth and Emily Adams of The Agency.

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Andrew Parr on longevity in architectural design

"Every project, every client is a new beginning and new experience." Andrew Parr SJB

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

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Get to know Adrian Wood, Property Partner with The Agency

“Human beings generally are aspirational and aspire to the next level.”

Victoria (Vic.)

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Red Hill Weekender with scenic Western Port views sold in 10 days

Sold by Meg Pell and Tom Barr Smith of Kay & Burton, who told WILLIAMS MEDIA, "As well as many buyers making a permanent move, some are reviewing future travel plans and opting for a weekender for the next few years."

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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Full floor Kangaroo Point residence commanding Brisbane City and River views sold by Place

Sold by Simon Caulfield and Courtney Maguire of Place Kangaroo Point.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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Como elegantly perched overlooking Yeronga

This substantial 1889 Brisbane residence is steeped in history. For sale by Tyson Clarke of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

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Cronin Island riverfront masterpiece sold for $12.45m

Sold by Ryan Ward and Michael Kollosche of Kollosche, who told WILLIAMS MEDIA, “We are seeing a strong demand for prestige property on the Gold Coast.”

New South Wales (NSW)

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New office in the Illawarra opened by McGrath

The latest expansion for McGrath Estate Agents has seen a new office open in Thirroul welcoming new agents Vanessa Denison-Pender and Jeremy Hodder.

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The Economy

Luxury residential growth in Australian cities: Knight Frank

The latest release of Knight Frank's Prime Global Cities Index Q2 2020, shows Gold Coast, Sydney and Perth as top ranked cities in Australia.

Victoria (Vic.)

The Economy

Victorian property bucks COVID expectations

REIV CEO Gil King is optimistic regarding the real estate industry in Victoria despite the COVID restrictions.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/news/policy/budget/tiny-number-of-very-wealthy-downsizers-win-in-budget-super-change-20170426-gvsuhb

Tiny number of 'very wealthy' downsizers win in budget super change

Relaxing superannuation rules to encourage retirees to downsize will benefit a "a small number of very wealthy people".

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/brisbane-and-melbourne-apartment-sales-and-construction-slow-20170426-gvspi6

Brisbane and Melbourne apartment sales, construction slow

Slower off-the-plan apartment sales in Melbourne and Brisbane have resulted in fewer projects commencing construction, a sign markets in these cities may have peaked, says JLL.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/news/economy/inflation-steps-up-in-first-quarter-not-enough-for-rate-hike-20170426-gvsju6

Inflation steps up in first quarter, not enough for rate hike

Annual inflation has crept back into the Reserve Bank of Australia's 2-3 per cent target range for the first time in 3.5 years.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/migrant-millionaires-fuel-property-boom/news-story/ee270640cd7f76780c0b50dae10517c3

‘Migrant millionaires’ fuel property boom

Amid debate over housing affordability, Immigration Minister Peter Dutton is reviewing the role of foreign property investment in Australian, after it was revealed more than 11,000 “migrant millionaires” helped fuel the Sydney and Melbourne property markets last year.

The Australian

http://thenewdaily.com.au/money/property/2017/04/24/australian-house-prices-peaked/?utm_source=Responsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20170424_PM_Update

Property boom over but bust unlikely, says leading bank

The Australian housing market has peaked in the opinion of economists from global investment banking giant UBS.

The New Daily

https://www.domain.com.au/advice/no-place-like-home-five-scientifically-backed-tips-create-happier-home/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nc&eid=socialn%3Atwi-13omn1677-edtrl-other%3Annn-17/02/2014-edtrs_socialshare-all-nnn-nnn-vars-o%26sa%3DD%26usg%3DALhdy28zsr6qiq

Five scientifically-backed tips to create a happier home

Which furnishing shapes give humans the most peace of mind? Which colours enable happiness?

Domain

http://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/60877-london-home-prices-see-largest-annual-drop-in-nearly-eight-years?mod=mansion_global_articles_en_wsj_home

London Home Prices See Largest Annual Drop in Nearly Eight Years

A dip in the city’s most expensive homes drove the decline, according to a new report.

Mansion Global

http://www.afr.com/business/banking-and-finance/house-price-growth-flatlines-says-corelogic-20170420-gvp7sm

House price growth flat-lines, says CoreLogic

The great Australian housing boom might be grinding to a stand-still thanks to rate hikes and tough new "macroprudential" constraints on interest-only lending.

The Australian Financial Review