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The Economy

Backyard tops list of non-negotiable features for first home buyers: survey

New research from St George Bank has revealed the features that are top of buyers' ‘wish-lists’ this spring.

Western Australia (WA)

Politics

WAAA welcomes findings of 'long overdue' short stay inquiry

The West Australian Apartment Advocacy (WAAA) has welcomed the Short Term Accommodation Parliamentary Inquiry's recommendation that the industry should be regulated through a state-wide registration system.

South Australia (SA)Adelaide

Construction

'Smart' exhibition home launched in South Australia

Adelaide's first 'smart' exhibition home was launched in Lightsview this week, giving visitors an insight into what the Internet of Things could mean for home technology.

Queensland (Qld)

The Economy

'Property is selling at prices that were around before Facebook existed': Investors urged to look north in Queensland

Regional areas in Australia are keeping pace or, in some cases, leading the metropolitan property markets and the overall outlook for real estate continues to improve, according to RE/MAX

Queensland (Qld)

Featured Property

Tranquil acreage for secluded dual living

Enjoying stunning views, this picturesque Tambourine Mountain property boasts spacious main residence, cottage, stables, dam, and landscaped gardens. For sale by Josh Thomas of Ray White Prestige Gold Coast.

South Australia (SA)

Politics

Land tax bill will have a negative effect on residential market: REISA

The Real Estate Institute of South Australia has criticised the state government's draft Land Tax Amendment Bill released earlier this month, saying it will likely have a negative impact on the residential housing market.

International

People

Belle Property joins global platform

Belle Property has announced its exclusive membership to the invite-only global sales network, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World (LeadingRE)® and Luxury Portfolio (LPI).

National

The Economy

Launch of Macquarie survey to find direction of Australian real estate industry

The survey’s purpose is to uncover emerging challenges and opportunities in the real estate industry

Queensland (Qld)Sunshine Coast

Featured Property

Designer beach house overlooking the Coral Sea

A geometric gem, this family friendly haven offers a ‘toes-in-the-white-sand’ lifestyle and resort-style living. For sale by Rebekah Offermann of Tom Offermann Real Estate Noosa Heads.

People

Metricon makes it four in a row on Housing 100 list

Metricon Homes was revealed as the nation’s number one residential builder at the launch of the Housing Industry Association's Housing 100 Report in Melbourne this morning.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/housing-starts-will-be-higher-for-longer-says-deutsche-bank-20160928-grq2el

Housing starts will be higher for longer

The boom in housing construction will continue for at least the next two years, according to Deutsche Bank.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/2016/09/27/majority-chinese-property-investors-buying-homes-cash

Majority of Chinese property investors buying homes with cash

The CEO of Juwai, Charles Pittar, says the portal has seen an increase of around 15% of inquiries into Australia, and that 70% of their buyers are paying in cash.

SBS

http://thenewdaily.com.au/money/property/2016/09/27/tasmania-affordable-property/?utm_source=Responsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20160928_TND

The Apple Isle appeals to first home buyers

As Sydney and Melbourne continue to exclude first home buyers, the Apple Isle is making dreams of home ownership a reality.

The New Daily

https://betterdwelling.com/canadas-not-alone-theres-a-commonwealth-real-estate-bubble/

There’s A Commonwealth Real Estate Bubble

Real estate prices are soaring across the whole realm, relative to local currencies.

Better Dwelling

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/foreign-affairs/flood-of-dodgy-chinese-money-worries-crime-fighters/news-story/fea8139a45279570991e7c6bce9e7621

Flood of dodgy Chinese money worries crime fighters

Australian authorities are worried about the tide of money coming from southern China, including illegal funds linked to organised crime and wealthy people with secret offshore accounts.

The Australian

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/housing-market-really-is-cooling-hsbc-says-20160926-gropf7

Housing market really is cooling, HSBC says

HSBC has weighed in on the house price debate, saying the measures the Reserve Bank of Australia used to determine that the property market is cooling are correct.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/vic/apartment-sales-to-fall-further-bis-shrapnel-20160926-grohwh

Apartment sales to fall further: BIS Shrapnel

Off-the-plan apartment sales in Melbourne have been falling for at least a year and will continue to trend lower, says Angie Zigomanis, senior housing market analyst at BIS Shrapnel.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/vic/melbourne-apartments-have-come-off-a-peak-brw-richlister-ashley-williams-20160921-grky9k

Melbourne apartments have 'come off a peak': Ashley Williams

BRW richlister Ashley Williams says Melbourne's off-the plan apartment market has peaked, with fewer investors participating amid concerns about oversupply and higher taxes on foreign buyers.

The Australian Financial Review