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Tranquil Noosa Heads retreat for sale - Century 21

6 Habitat Place Noosa Heads for sale by Adam Watts of Century 21 Noosa delivers tranquil views of the surrounding rainforest backdrop.

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Help to Buy Scheme to assist first home buyers into housing - HIA

“The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomes the introduction of the Help to Buy legislation to support more young Australians access to housing and address the declining rates of home ownership in Australia,” said Jocelyn Martin, HIA Managing Director.

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The Economy

Undersupply of housing impacts affordability

Housing affordability decreased in 2023, driven by a simultaneous increase in housing values, rent values and interest rates, a new report by ANZ and CoreLogic has found.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

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Eco-luxury Tallebudgera Valley for sale - PRD

33 Monday Drive Tallebudgera Valley for sale by John Fischer and Shelley Watkins of PRD Burleigh Heads delivers a showstopping masterclass of modern eco-luxury.

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The Economy

Softest capital city preliminary clearance rate since mid-March, an early sign of weaker conditions ahead - CoreLogic

Capital city auction activity held relatively steady last week, with 2,972 homes auctioned across the capitals, easing slightly from the 2,990 held the week prior.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

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Burleigh Heads waterfront Koala Park for sale - Sotheby’s

32 Elanora Drive Burleigh Heads for sale by Scott Keatley of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty is positioned in a prestigious waterfront location with direct access to Tallebudgera Creek and Coral Sea.

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REIA urges tenants to negotiate ‘mutual agreements’ as vacancies plummet

Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) President, Mr Hayden Groves has urged tenants to seek out ‘Mutual Agreements’ with property managers if they require changes to a property.

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The Economy

Top 10 Predictions for 2024 for Australian housing markets by Ray White Group Chief Economist

As we head into 2024, what does the future hold for residential property in Australia? by Nerida Conisbee Ray White Group Chief Economist

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The Economy

John McGrath – Melbourne market rebounding but buyers have time

According to John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents, Melbourne market’s best days may well lie ahead.

New South Wales (NSW)

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LJ Hooker celebrates a half-century milestone in the Lake Macquarie region

One of LJ Hooker’s oldest offices - now owned by one of its youngest principals - is set to commemorate an incredible 50 years in business.

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https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/11/27/melbourne-remains-tightest-cbd-office-market-country-jll/1574833243

Melbourne remains tightest CBD office market in the country- JLL

A new report from JLL has revealed a further decline in Melbourne office vacancy, which is expected to remain low despite a future rise in supply.

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https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/11/26/new-build-80-million-novotel-christchurch-airport-welcomes-first-guests/1574742977

New-build $80 million Novotel Christchurch Airport welcomes first guests

Accor has welcomed the first guests to the $80 million new-build Novotel Christchurch Airport hotel.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/2019/11/26/fintech-ceo-wins-start-executive-year/1574722033

Fintech CEO Wins Start-Up Executive of the Year

“In a rapidly scaling start-up environment, the decisions we make as a leadership team can significantly pivot the business - and the challenges we face are amplified.”

The Business Conversation

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/11/26/parramatta-commercial-building-sold-626-million-charter-hall-direct-pfa-fund

Parramatta commercial building sold for $62.6 million by Charter Hall Direct PFA Fund

Charter Hall Direct PFA Fund has announced the sale of 9 Wentworth Street, Parramatta, NSW for $62.6 million to a private investor.

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https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/11/25/six-hotels-offering-unique-travel-experience/1574657665

Six hotels offering a unique travel experience

From the architecturally grand to the completely obscure, here are six unique hotels changing the game.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.retalkasia.com/news/2019/11/22/offshore-gaming-driving-90-cent-residential-transactions-key-manila-districts-iqi

Offshore gaming driving 90 per cent of residential transactions in key Manila districts: IQI Caliver

Managing Director and VP for Growth of IQI Caliver in Manila, Emanuel Andrew Venturina, explains why developers of all sizes are betting that demand related to offshore gaming will continue to grow in the Philippines capital.

Retalk Asia

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/11/25/melbourne-heritage-investment-sold-51-million/1574659862

Melbourne heritage investment sold for $5.1 million

A heritage investment neighbouring St Vincent’s hospital has successfully transacted for $5.1 million to a local developer in a deal facilitated through CBRE’s Josh Twelftree, David Minty, Jimmy Tat, Sandro Peluso and Dylan Kylner.

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https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/11/22/sydney-oxford-central-development-reaches-completion/1574375844

Sydney Oxford Central development reaches completion

Australian developer Greaton has completed its first Sydney project, with the Oxford Central mixed-use development in Epping now open for business.

The ASEAN Developer