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CoreLogic and CSIRO launch new tech to drive energy efficiency gains in Australian homes

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and property data analytics company CoreLogic Australia are trialling a new artificial intelligence system to estimate energy efficiency for homes across Australia.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

Renovated 1930’s Mollymook South Coast for sale - Sotheby’s

37 Golf Avenue Mollymook for sale by Geoff McGilvray, David Medina and James McCowan of Sotheby’s International Realty offers the ultimate in NSW South Coast coastal living, steps to beach, cafes, bike path, and golf club.

National

The Economy

REIA supports proposed changes to RBA

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) supports the recommendations made by the Review of the Reserve Bank of Australia.

National

People

Reinventing CLASS Real Estate: Learn how John Kubatov is evolving his agency

John Kubatov knew there was greater potential for his ever-growing agency and an opportunity to create greater freedom to focus on what's important, his clients. To achieve his goals and propel his agency even further, John has partnered with UrbanX.

Queensland (Qld)Sunshine Coast

Featured Property

Resort style Sunshine Coast for sale - The Agency

Vista Monti 96 Lindsay Road Buderim for sale by Dan Smith of The Agency offers breathtaking views of Sunshine Coast hinterland and Mt Ninderry.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

The Economy

The Quarterly by BresicWhitney: Sydney properties no longer selling at a discount

It’s possible the Sydney property market is nearing the end of its current cycle, with new data from BresicWhitney revealing significantly improved fundamentals for the first quarter of 2023 (Q123) compared to the prior three months (Q422).

National

The Economy

Tax reform needed to address housing affordability - HIA

Addressing the way the industry and home buyers are taxed is key to bringing the problem of housing affordability under control,” said Jocelyn Martin, HIA Deputy Managing Director – Policy and Industry.

National

The Economy

Which suburbs are leading the market bounce-back? - CoreLogic

In the past few weeks, several data sets have pointed to stronger demand for housing, as advertised supply remains low.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane Gold Coast Sunshine Coast

Politics

REIQ says overriding rental agreement terms is absurd

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) is calling out a questionable and concerning move by the State Government to treat rent control separately to stage two rental reforms, without the transparent legislative process that is reasonably expected.

New South Wales (NSW)

People

A unique approach to a specific niche. Find out why this agent is going out on her own (but not by herself)

After over three decades of local real estate experience in the Forster - Tuncurry region Vicki Bidner was ready to build an agency her of her own, and after talking with industry peers, she chose UrbanX as a partner for the journey ahead.

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https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/02/18/napier-art-deco-festival-2019-attracts-international-attention/1550434943

Napier Art Deco Festival 2019 attracts international attention

Napier Art Deco Festival 2019 has shaped up to be the biggest yet with more than 40,000 people participating in over 300 events at the five-day celebration.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/2019/02/18/beyond-books-transforming-unsw-sydney%E2%80%99s-award-winning-bookstore-social-and-cultural

Beyond books: transforming UNSW Sydney’s award-winning bookstore into a social and cultural destination

Amid changes to the traditional bricks and mortar bookstore model brought on by digital retailers, the UNSW Bookshop has introduced a café and event space open to the public.

The Business Conversation

https://www.retalkasia.com/news/2019/02/15/indonesia-investor-sentiment-should-strengthen-after-election-colliers/1550192779

Indonesia investor sentiment should strengthen after election - Colliers

Colliers International believes investment opportunities in Jakarta are set to improve, despite the city ranking 15th in Pricewaterhouse Cooper’s list of the top investment markets in the Asia Pacific.

RETalk Asia

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/02/14/sydney-and-melbourne-tipped-major-prime-office-rental-growth-2019/1550120799

Sydney and Melbourne tipped for major prime office rental growth in 2019

Knight Frank’s Global Outlook Report 2019 has predicted major growth for Sydney and Melbourne's prime office rental markets in 2019.

COMMO

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/02/14/singapore-housing-development-board-launches-new-flats/1550116656

Singapore Housing Development Board launches new flats

Nearly 4000 flats have been made available through Singapore's Housing Devleopment Board as part of its Built to Order and Re-Offer of Balance Flats initiatives.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/property/restaurant-business-bardon-4065/brisbane-restaurant-bar-venue-sale-breathtaking-views

Brisbane restaurant & bar venue for sale with breathtaking views

This spacious venue with a loyal regular customer base is located in a highly visible position with views, close to Brisbane's CBD. For sale by Ajay Bakshi of REMAX A1 Ipswich.

The Business Conversation

https://www.retalkmena.com/news/2019/02/14/omans-real-estate-market-growth-slows-2018/1550114993

Oman's real estate market growth slows in 2018

Oman's real estate market witnessed slow growth in 2018 but there were improvements in certain areas, according to Cavendish Maxwell's Oman Property Market Report 2018.

RETalk Mena

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/02/14/ihg-acquires-six-senses-300m/1550105548

IHG acquires Six Senses for $300m

InterContinental Hotels Group has today announced the acquisition of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, one of the world’s leading operators of luxury hotels, resorts and spas for $300 million.

The Hotel Conversation