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People

The Block auction reflects surging Melbourne property market

The Block auction went to air last night, revealing that near record prices were achieved for the historic apartments.

International

Ikea recreates Syrian apartment in flagship store

Ikea has built a replica of a Syrian apartment inside its flagship Oslo store, in an attempt to give shoppers a sense of what it is like to live in the war-torn country.

National New South Wales (NSW)Sydney Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Strong auction results show largest property markets still hot

Sydney and Melbourne property markets remain in overdrive, propelling the national auction clearance rate to 77.5% over the weekend, according to CoreLogic.

Victoria (Vic.)

Featured Property

Waterfront townhouse property for sale in Geelong

A spacious townhouse in Geelong with spectacular views and its own lift is being marketed by Kieron Hunter and Ben Rankin of Barry Plant Highton.

The Block auction will be held this weekend

The Block apartments will be auctioned this Saturday afternoon, with the results being aired on Sunday evening. David Wood, an auctioneer with hockingstuart who is taking Ben and Andy's apartment to auction, spoke to The Real Estate Conversation.

People

Ron Bakir's Surfers Paradise penthouse is for sale

Property developer and former Schapelle Corby supporter, Ron Bakir, has put his extraordinary Surfers Paradise penthouse on the market.

National

House price and salary changes – and how they affect you

If property prices are growing at a slower pace than your income, you might be well-positioned to get into the market.

Queensland (Qld)

Featured Property

Cutting edge home in Port Douglas for sale

This four bedroom house in Queensland has a unique roof line and design and is offered for sale by Callum Jones of Tony McGrath Real Estate, Port Douglas.

International

The Economy

A Trump presidency - what will it mean for property in Australia?

Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States. While Trump spoke little of his policies during the campaign, and the overarching tone was bitter, the more conciliatory tone of his acceptance speech and the mention of ambitious infrastructure projects create a space for optimism.