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Knight Frank Australia evolves leadership team by announcing new partnership structure

Knight Frank Australia have announced a new partnership structure that will be the foundation block for an "entrepreneurial focus".

Western Australia (WA)

Featured Property

Luxury East Kimberley resort-style retreat

This multi-award winning home features a separate wing with guest accommodation as well as a staff cottage, original caretaker’s house, large boat shed, and even a helicopter landing area. For sale by May Dunlop of Sotheby’s International Realty Darwin.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Roposals

Brisbane council's plans to protect backyards could drive up property prices

The Brisbane City Council has unveiled a new plan to stop townhouses and apartments from being built in areas meant for single houses, but there are fears it could hike up property prices.

National

The Economy

Auction clearance rates fall as buyers keen to close the deal before long weekend

Auction volumes fell significantly across Australia thanks to the Queen's Birthday long weekend in most states and territories.

International

Design

Fund to convert Japan's historic architecture into luxury boutique hotels

WILLIAMS MEDIA sat down with Christopher Aiello, Fund Manager of the Odyssey Japan Boutique Hospitality Fund about their latest alternative real estate strategy.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

Picture perfect Kangaroo Valley farmstead: Willabrook

Positioned alongside the Upper Kangaroo River, this working cattle property includes lush gardens, shedding, a mature orchard, and 3 separate cottages. For sale by Gary Dale and Nick Dale of Belle Property Berry.

International

Featured Property

Award winning Marsden Estate New Zealand winery for sale

The Marsden Estate winery, producing and bottling some of Northland's most notable vintages is for sale, being marketed by Chester Rendell of Sotheby's International Realty.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Politics

"Draconian restrictions are ineffective" says strata manager of Airbnb crackdowns

Dubbed the "toughest laws in the world" by Better Regulation Minister Matt Kean, Airbnb's new regulations in NSW has been met with some backlash.

National

People

How to get into a career in real estate

If you're thinking about embarking on a career in real estate, here are the key things to know.

National

People

Inspiring stories of struggle and hardship at Catchup with the Property Girls

This years 'Catchup with the Property Girls' events will be focused on inspiring stories from women who overcame adversity and hardship to make a successful career in real estate.

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News Roundup

http://www.news.com.au/finance/money/sneaky-property-investors-are-lying-to-the-banks-to-get-lower-interest-rates/story-e6frfmdr-1227554219685

Sneaky property investors are lying to the banks to get lower interest rates

Insiders have revealed a clampdown on loans to investors ordered by Australia’s banking regulator is being subverted by wealthy investors who falsely claim they plan to live in properties when they are actually buying to rent out.

news.com.au

http://www.mortgagebusiness.com.au/breaking-news/8983-developer-secures-65m-from-credit-suisse-for-future-growth

Developer secures $65m from Credit Suisse for future growth

A local residential property developer and builder has received a $65 million corporate financing facility from Credit Suisse. Metro Property Development, an Australian residential developer and builder, will use the proceeds from the financing to fund growth opportunities and the ongoing working capital needs of the group.

Mortgage Business

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AFL players’ properties

Ever wondered what the pillows looks like which footy players place their heads on at night?

realestateView.com.au

http://www.businessreviewaustralia.com/technology/1872/Stockland-Canada-Solar-partner-to-install-Australia's-largest-rooftop-solar-system

Stockland, Canada Solar partner to install Australia's largest rooftop solar system

As an increased number of Australian businesses are looking to go the solar energy route, property developer Stockland recently partnered with Canada Solar to install the nation’s largest single rooftop solar system, 1.22-megawatt Stockland Shellharbour.

Business Review Australia

http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/uts-to-present-at-inaugural-chicago-architecture-b

UTS to present at inaugural Chicago Architecture Biennial

The UTS School of Architecture has been selected to present one of only two Australian projects at the inaugural Chicago Architecture Biennial. The three-month festival titled The State of the Art of Architecture is the first of its kind to be held in the USA.

Architecture & Design

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3255743/Celebrity-real-estate-agent-Fredrik-Eklund-reveals-secrets-selling-home-dollar.html

Celebrity real estate agent Fredrik Eklund reveals the secrets to selling your home for top dollar

New York real estate agent and reality television star Fredrik Eklund could sell ice to an eskimo. The 38-year-old salesman has sold more than $5 billion worth of properties in the last decade and is the top choice for Hollywood stars looking to purchase real estate.

Daily Mail

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/institutional-cash-flooding-into-retirement-villages/story-fn9656lz-1227556723614

Institutional cash flooding into retirement villages

Fresh institutional capital is pouring into retirement living at a time when the industry is looking for deep-pocketed partners to accommodate a surge in demand from retirees.

The Australian

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-10-05/asias-appetitie-for-agribusiness-investment-continues/6822658

Asia's increasing appetite to invest in Australian agribusiness

Asia's appetite to invest in Australian agribusiness projects continues to grow, according to attendees at a recent global investment forum. More than 200 delegates gathered in Singapore for the Global AgInvesting Asia Forum, to discuss opportunities and trends in the sector.

ABC Online