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Five trends that will shape property in 2017
LJ Hooker has identified five trends it predicts will shape Australian real estate in 2017.
The parks and gardens transforming Australia
Parks and gardens have the power to transform communities, an idea being explored at an exhibition at the The National Museum of Australia.
Begin the year by securing your home
The City of Sydney's Safe City team has released a list of tips to help residents secure their home from crime, particularly as many of us pack up and head out of town for the holidays.
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Mermaid Beach villa for sale
This beachfront, three-storey Gold Coast villa features a rooftop terrace with pool. The property is for sale by Duncan Longmore and Michael Kollosche of Kollosche Prestige Agents.
Cate Blanchett has (another) buyer for Hunters Hill home
Cate Blanchett and her playwright husband Andrew Upton have sold their Hunters Hill trophy home, Bulwarra, for a second time, after the first sale to a Chinese buyer fell through.
Banks, visas likely to deter foreign buyers more than regulatory changes
Foreign investors face a raft of new government charges and restrictions on Australian real estate purchases in 2017.
Confidence in property at two-year high
A survey of industry participants shows confidence in the property sector is at a two-year high, despite the prospect of higher interest rates and the slowing trend in building approvals.
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Architect-designed home on Peregian Beach for sale
This four-bedroom luxury beachfront home was designed by architect Chris Clout, and features spectacular ocean views. The property is for sale by Karen Harman of Zinc Properties Sunshine Beach.
Changing stamp duty the way to improve affordability: Pilkington
In the wake of the government's changes to planning rules, Laing+Simmons managing director and REINSW president-elect Leanne Pilkington has reiterated her view that changing stamp duty is the way to tackle housing affordability.
Victorian government launches small home initiative to help homeless
A collaboration between philanthropists and the Victorian government will result in the construction of 57 small, portable homes for low-income adults.