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Design

Vibrant buzz in Geelong Quarter with Franze Developments

WILLIAMS MEDIA interviews Paul Franze of Franze Developments about his latest project, the Geelong Quarter.

National

The Economy

Minister has roundtable with REIA members

A virtual budget 2020 real estate round table between the Minister for Housing Michael Sukkar and the REIA covered a number of important topics.

National

The Economy

Historic homes on Sydney Harbour and in Queensland sell at auction: Market Wrap

For the first time in 70 years a Point Piper home sells through agent Michael Pallier of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty and an exquisite Queenslander at auction through Paris Arthur of Place.

National

The Economy

John McGrath – Federal Budget infrastructure spend to benefit many local property markets

John McGrath, founder and executive director of McGrath Estate Agents explores infrastructure as a key focus of last week’s Federal Budget and its impact on local home values.

New South Wales (NSW)

People

Getting to know Mason Garten of REAL Specialists

"There is no better feeling than helping a family settle in their dream home." says Mason Garten, REAL Specialists.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

The Economy

Numbers tell the real story in Victoria says REIV

REIV President Leah Calnan says Victorian property values continue to defy gloomy price predictions and are holding firm despite six months of the Coronavirus pandemic.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Stone Set to Conquer Sydney’s Engadine Region

Stone Real Estate enters one of Sydney’s largest regions this week with respected local business leader Wade Gilmore heading up Stone Engadine in the city’s south.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

People

Gavin Croft has joined the global RE/MAX network’s top Australian office

Gavin Croft joins Brad Neilson’s Brisbane bayside real estate business RE/MAX Bayside Properties that has had nine consecutive years as RE/MAX Australia’s number one office.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

For Sale 'Coomalong': World Class Estate featured on ABC TV's ‘Gardening Australia’

This award winning home is nestled in parklike grounds, showcasing a spectacular Northern Pittwater panorama. For sale by Ryan Petrie and Lachlan Elder of LJ Hooker - Mona Vale.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Featured Property

Transformed terrace in coveted St Kilda location

This renovated residence has been opened up for indoor/outdoor entertaining with a flexible, contemporary design. For sale by Sam Hobbs and James Smith of The Agency.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/fighting-bad-design-nsw-regulator-fines-architect-20000-over-apartments-20170628-gx0ak1

Fighting bad design

The NSW architectural regulator has fined a western Sydney architect almost $20,000 and barred him from practising for five years in the first step of a battle against substandard apartment buildings.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.domain.com.au/news/a-lost-art-in-the-arctic-how-to-make-an-igloo-20170628-gwzyx4/

How to make an igloo

Igloo building is a dying art.

Domain

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/massive-apartment-oversupply-will-hit-values-john-holland-20170626-gwz4lu

'Massive' apartment oversupply will hit values: John Holland

The CEO of the construction group, Joe Barr, says there is an oversupply of apartments in some areas but the rollout of infrastructure will assist in managing that supply.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/census-2016-highrise-apartments-grow-but-houses-dominate-20170627-gwzn70?&utm_source=social&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=nc&eid=socialn%3Atwi-14omn0055-optim-nnn%3Anonpaid-27/06/2014-social_traffic-all-organicpost-nnn-afr-o&campaign_code=nocode&promote_channel=social_twitter

High-rise apartments grow but houses dominate

In 2016, Sydney had 276,000 tall tower apartments, up from 155,000 in 2011. Between 2006 and 2011, the number grew 27% but between 2006 and 2011, growth was only 1.59%.

The Australian Financial Review

https://sourceable.net/are-governments-helping-or-hindering-affordable-housing-delivery/

Are Governments Helping or Hindering Affordable Housing Delivery?

It's easier to get approval to build single detached dwellings than low rise multi-residential dwellings.

Sourcable

https://www.domain.com.au/news/reserve-bank-could-raise-interest-rates-eight-times-in-two-years-according-to-exboard-member-john-edwards-20170628-gx0bh5/

RBA could raise rates eight times in two years: ex-board member John Edwards

The RBA is probably already considering lifting rates given its forecasts for inflation returning to target, economic growth to accelerate to 3%, and a stronger global backdrop.

Domain

https://www.domain.com.au/advice/the-invisible-mirror-cabin-that-can-be-assembled-in-just-eight-hours-20170627-gwyhf0/

‘Invisible’ mirror cabin that can be assembled in eight hours

This prefabricated mirror cabin is designed by Brick & Wonder for OOD in Estonia.

Domain

http://www.smh.com.au/comment/federal-government-must-step-in-to-protect-against-predatory-retirement-villages-20170625-gwycv0.html

Federal government must step in to protect against predatory retirement villages

We are right to spend a lot of time thinking about the kinds of homes younger Australians can afford – but we barely spend any time thinking about where older people live.

The Sydney Morning Herald