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Properties selling above reserve expectations: Market Wrap

Auction volumes increase in Melbourne and properties sell above reserve prices across Australia, breaking records.

National New South Wales (NSW)Queensland (Qld)Victoria (Vic.)

The Economy

John McGrath – Spring market confidence defies pandemic

We are seeing renewed confidence in the market this Spring, with consistently healthy national weekend clearance rates of 60-65%, more new listings coming online, higher sales volumes compared to Spring last year and price growth in six out of eight capital cities in September, says McGrath Estate Agents founder and executive director John McGrath.

National New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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New boutique property agency, Cullen Royle, launches marking the start of a new trend in property services

Two of Australia’s highly experienced and trusted property agents in the luxury residential and rural sectors Deborah Cullen and Richard Royle have formed a partnership, launching a new business at a perfect time for the market, with the growing demand for personalised – rather than just transactional – service in 2020.

The Economy

All Victorian Real Estate open for business including private inspections for Commercial property welcomed by REIV

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria welcomes the announcement today by the Premier of Victoria, Hon. Daniel Andrews, MP that private inspections for purchase or leasing of commercial properties, can also recommence from 11:59 pm Sunday 18 October 2020.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

The Penthouse on Sydney Wharf: World-class waterfront

This ultra prime Sydney Harbour property is on the market for the first time, with a price guide $20 million. For sale by Robert Alfeldi of McGrath Pyrmont.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Iconic boutique Brisbane riverfront apartment

This luxurious riverfront apartment commanding phenomenal views from Humbug Reach across to New Farm and beyond is for sale by Simon Caulfield of Place Kangaroo Point.

Victoria (Vic.)

Featured Property

Drumferg Estate: Secluded acreage with craftsman built residence and private lake

A sizeable home office space, including private access and amenities, provides the best of both worlds in the one idyllic location. For sale by Sue Gratton of Circa Heritage and Lifestyle Property.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

'Olive Trees': bush serenity close to amenities

Enjoy the fresh country air and clear sounds of the Australian bush from this private homestead. For sale by Judy Goodger and Matthew Foote of Place New Farm.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Behind the ‘Smart’ studio that designed ‘the best house in the world’

“I know that emotive connection to architecture is real, so our work considers light, volume, harmony and delight,” Smart Design Studio Founder and Creative Director William Smart.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Get to know Robert Alfeldi of McGrath Pyrmont-Sydney

"I see a very strong second half of 2021 for luxury property and investors returning to the market as rents stabilize."

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News Roundup

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/world/the-times/grenfell-disaster-fire-stairs-were-filled-with-smoke/news-story/8d277c158c801b7389d3bc2bfc6973c1

Grenfell disaster: fire stairs were filled with smoke

A 'Sunday Times' investigation has established the narrow stairwell serving as the building’s only fire escape proved a significant obstacle to saving lives.

The Australian

http://thenewdaily.com.au/money/property/2017/06/23/property-prices-solitary-living/

The shift to solitary living is massively inflating property prices

Australians increasingly choose to live alone, and will push up prices and sprawl unless we accept higher density living.

The New Daily

https://thewest.com.au/news/wa/slow-road-to-recovery-as-perth-house-prices-hit-bottom-ng-b88517616z

Slow road to recovery as Perth house prices hit bottom

Perth home prices have bottomed out and will start to rise.

The West Australian

http://www.smh.com.au/business/the-economy/the-cities-that-run-the-world-20170623-gwx4y2.html

The cities that run the world

There are more than 500 cities with one million people or more, but only an elite 50 are global cities.

The Sydney Morning Herald

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/commercial/beef-farmers-back-and-driving-up-prices-david-goodfellow-20170620-gwujan

Beef farmers back and driving up prices

Cashed up local farmers – especially in the beef sector – are competing for rural property and driving up prices at the smaller end of the market.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/nsw-government-fails-to-act-on-proposed-building-industry-reforms-for-almost-two-years-20170620-gwutt5.html

NSW government fails to act on building industry standard reforms

Private businesses, or certifiers, are currently contracted to ensure buildings meet their legal requirements, and some say they are routinely signing off unsafe buildings as ready to be occupied.

The Sydney Morning Herald

https://sourceable.net/police-investigate-cfmeu-setka-threats/

Police Investigate CFMEU Setka Threats

Police have been asked to investigate “thuggish” threats by the CFMEU boss that he will expose ABCC inspectors and make their children "ashamed of who their parents are".

Sourceable

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-06-22/housing-crisis-looms-for-older-australians/8641692

Housing 'crisis' looms for older Australians

Some older Australians are facing difficulties finding suitable housing, others are carrying a mortgage into retirement, says the Council on the Ageing.

ABC