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How to improve the health and wellbeing of employees in real estate

In an age where we wear the mentality 'rise and grind' like a badge of honour, it's more important than ever to look after the wellbeing of employees.

Tasmania (Tas.)

Featured Property

Marchington: Exceptional country estate with a legendary Royal connection

This stately residence is an opportunity to acquire a piece of Tasmania's colonial history, close to all amenities, in the heart of wine country. For sale by Justin Brown of 42degrees Hobart.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

The Economy

Demand from downsizers for prestige property pushes Brisbane onto international stage

An increasing demand for luxury property in the recovering Brisbane market has seen the river city take out 19th place on Knight Frank's 2018 Prime Global Cities Index.

Western Australia (WA)

Design

Two WA developments win at 2018 Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall Awards

A beachside community near Perth and a housing development in Rockingham have taken out awards at the 2018 Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall Awards.

Queensland (Qld)

The Economy

International investors turning to regional QLD

The recent sale of a 215-ha masterplanned mixed-use development near Rockhampton has marked the start of major investment in the region.

Western Australia (WA)

Featured Property

Magnificent Venetian estate: Villa Dionysus

This 18th Century inspired residence is set among the natural attractions of the iconic Swan Valley region. For sale by Emma Milner of Ray White Claremont.

National

The Economy

Cool weather sees cooler clearance rates, while prime markets perform well

While preliminary clearance rates and auction volumes dropped slightly over the weekend, the prime markets in both Sydney and Melbourne performed well, as buyers seek 'safe haven' suburbs.

National

People

Entries open for 2018 REINSW Awards for Excellence

Entries have opened for the 21st annual Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) Awards for Excellence, with three new categories added to the lineup.

National

People

How to overcome being considered 'too qualified' for a role

Having an extensive amount of experience is usually considered a good thing when it comes to landing a new job - but not when it comes at the expense of being considered 'overqualified'.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Featured Property

Cinematic design: former Greater Union warehouse’s skilful renovation

This modern industrial home features soaring ceilings, original steel framed windows, heated polished concrete floors and northern light. For sale by Daniel Joyce and Elliot Gill of Jellis Craig Richmond.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/clampdown-on-investor-loans-could-spell-trouble-for-apartment-settlement-20150924-gjtuyg

Investor loan clampdown 'horrendously risky' for apartment settlements

The clampdown on property investor lending could jeopardise the settlement of new off-the-plan apartment sales, warns Westpac chief economist Bill Evans.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.smartpropertyinvestment.com.au/news/14608-sydney-land-release-could-spell-disaster-for-investors

Sydney land release could spell disaster for investors

New land releases in Sydney's outer suburbs may suffer if the rate of building construction outpaces infrastructure development.

Smart Property Investment

http://architectureau.com/articles/2015-dulux-study-tour-manuelle-gautrand-architecture-lan-paris/

A visit to two Parisian architects

The 2015 Dulux Study Tour reveals the City of Lights' built heritage weighs heavily on its contemporary architects.

ArchitectureAU

http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/why-malcolm-turnbulls-neighbours-are-glad-he-is-not-moving-to-kirribilli-house-20150922-gjrxs6.html

Why Malcolm Turnbull's neighbours are glad he isn't moving to Kirribilli House

The new Prime Minister says he will not be moving to Kirribilli House, but is staying put at his red-clay-coloured home in Point Piper, with its own fetching harbour views.

Sydney Morning Herald

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/subscribe/news/1/index.html?sourceCode=TAWEB_WRE170_a&mode=premium&dest=http%3A//www.theaustralian.com.au/business/opinion/deepening-risks-in-the-housing-market/story-fnp85nru-1227538962923&memtype=anonymous

Deepening risks in the housing market

House prices surged further in the June quarter, though growth was concentrated almost entirely in Sydney and Melbourne — which highlights the growing risks in Australia’s biggest asset class.

The Australian

http://www.scmp.com/news/china/money-wealth/article/1860638/chinese-investors-eye-real-estate-dubai-chinas-property

South China Morning Post (subscription) Chinese investors eye real estate in Dubai as China's property market loses shine

Chinese property investors have cast their sights on Dubai as a new investment destination as opportunities in China lose their shine following the recent stock market turbulence. In Dubai, rental yields for residential properties are 8 per cent on average annually, driven by strong, stable expatriate demand, according to property broker Lisa Luo, who has been based in the city in the United Arab Emirates for eight years.

South China Morning Post

http://indaily.com.au/business/2015/09/23/steady-progress-for-adelaide-property-market-reisa/

Steady progress for Adelaide property market: REISA

“Slow and steady wins the race” is a phrase that may well be applied to Adelaide’s property market. Amid a climate of breathtaking auction prices in Sydney and Perth’s knee-jerk property drop in response to Western Australia’s downturn in resource fortunes, the Adelaide market has continued its slow and steady climb.

InDaily

http://www.afr.com/news/politics/confidence-boost-creates-high-expectations-for-turnbull-government-20150921-gjrvxb

Turnbull's rise boosts confidence

The elevation of Malcolm Turnbull to Prime Minister has had an immediate positive impact on consumer confidence. The latest ANZ-Roy Morgan survey shows that consumer confidence has risen by 8.7 per cent since Turnbull became PM.

The Australian Financial Review