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Moves afoot to ban NSW real estate agents, developers from local councils

Many residents of NSW are surprised to find that real estate agents and property developers are still allowed on local councils, says NSW shadow minister for local government, Peter Primrose.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

The Economy

Perth markets showing signs of improvement: REIWA

"We’re regularly seeing activity levels show signs of improvement which is pleasing," says Hayden Groves, president of the REIWA.

New South Wales (NSW)

People

One in five NSW agents not meeting professional development standards

A random audit by NSW Fair Trading of 314 people working in the real estate industry found that 68 individuals had not completed their mandatory Continuing Professional Development training.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

Castle Hill property for sale

Sharing its front entry with Heritage Park, this modern classic home is on half an acre of flat land and is for sale by Michael Roberts, Jessica Raeside and Hayden Warren of Louis Carr Real Estate.

International National

The Economy

'Safe-haven' status draws the global rich to Australia

Australia's 'safe-haven' status is drawing rich investors to our shores, according to Lord Hay of Knight Frank.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Millers Point auctions achieve $12.8m overnight

The latest batch of former housing commission homes in Millers Point, on Sydney city's doorstep, were sold last night through agent McGrath - achieving strong bidding and high prices.

National

The Economy

Debt soars to new high against income

The ratio of household debt to disposable income was at a record high of 188.7 per cent at the end of 2016, according to recent statistics from the RBA.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

Featured Property

Claremont home for sale

Hidden away on Walter Street in Claremont, this contemporary six-bedroom house is for sale by Mack Hall of Mack Hall Real Estate.

The Economy

Time to support first homebuyers, says REINSW

The REINSW says policies being considered by the NSW government to improve housing affordability for first homebuyers is a step in the right direction.