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National dwelling values increase for the first time since October 2017

The CoreLogic August Home Value Index results showed the recovery in housing values accelerated in August 2019 with national dwelling values increasing by 0.8 per cent over the month

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Sydney eastern suburbs specialist Albert Sassoon joins McGrath

McGrath Estate Agents has announced that top eastern suburbs specialist Albert Sassoon has joined the agency as part of the Edgecliff team.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Featured Property

Level 82: Melbourne Trophy Skyhome

Situated above the clouds, this magnificent penthouse apartment sprawls across the entire 82nd floor of Melbourne's Eureka Tower. For sale by Gerald Betts and Cristina Porto of RT Edgar Albert Park.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Design

Paddington potential unlocked in builder's pet project

The vision of builder Stephen Barry has allowed a "worker's cottage" in Paddington, Brisbane to be transformed into a five-bedroom luxury home with views of the city.

Design

Architectural Homes

Take a look at these five one-of-a-kind architectural masterpieces, among the most memorable homes we've seen on Luxury List.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Character Ansonia Woolstore home

Spacious and open, this singular 3-bedroom apartment is positioned in a sought-after Brisbane location. For sale by Ben Percival of Ray White New Farm.

National

People

New NAWIC advocacy agenda announced at awards night

The National Association for Women in Construction Awards for Excellence held on Thursday were used to announce a new advocacy agenda for the program.

Western Australia (WA)

The Economy

Retirees found to be the most satisfied apartment dwellers

New research from the Western Australian Apartment Advocacy has shown the state's retirees have the highest satisfaction levels when it comes to apartments.

The Economy

Di Jones annual report reflects 'market recovery'

The green shoots of a property market recovery are "mapped out" in Di Jones' latest annual Market Report, according to CEO Rob Ward.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Grand country style just 3km from the city

Designed in the late 1800s, this spacious family home offers versatile accommodation and sweeping views. For sale by Tim Douglas of Place West.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/street-talk/mcgrath-franchisees-list-catalogue-of-problems-20160828-gr2vcc

McGrath franchisees list catalogue of problems

McGrath real estate group's trouble are unlikely to be relieved with a management shake-up if concerned franchisees are to be believed.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/milliondollar-smile-of-a-real-estate-agent-who-knows-her-business/news-story/406dbe08d011f28582b14c3ba99f18c8

Million-dollar smile of a real estate agent who knows her business

The property boom has created a new group of real estate agent millionaires.

The Australian

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/signs-strong-for-spring-property-sales-in-sydney-and-melbourne-20160828-gr2uxf

Signs for good spring property sales in Sydney and Melbourne

Almost 75% of apartments in a planned block of flats on Sydney's north shore sold within three hours of being offered on Saturday, highlighting the strength of demand for Sydney property.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/new-bendable-concrete-saving-time-in-road-works-an?mid=45cd955c6d&utm_source=Newsletter%20Lists&utm_campaign=ddb6dd9d76-Architecture%20and%20Design%20Newsletter%20-%20201&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_3aac924711-ddb6dd9d76-100081773

New bendable concrete stronger and longer lasting than regular

Scientists from the Nanyang Technological Institute, Singapore, have invented a new type of concrete that has bendable properties, high strength and durability.

Architecture and Design

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/mark-steinert-lays-out-the-challenge-of-housing-affordability-20160828-gr2vaq

Mark Steinert lays out the challenge of housing affordability

Housing affordability will be a defining issue of the next decade says Mark Steinert, CEO of Stockland and president of the Property Council.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.domain.com.au/news/buying-a-house-at-auction-what-to-do-when-it-passes-in-20160826-gr29wi/

Buying a house at auction: what to do when it passes in

Hundreds of properties are being passed in at auction as capital city residential listings spike up for spring and buyers become more cautious.

Domain

http://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/buying/subtropical-island-for-sale-for-289000/news-story/11f9a40855f024ca5097016f994174ee

Sub-tropical island for sale for $289000

For just $289,000, prospective buyers can purchase Queensland’s Suna Island, a sub-tropical island located in the in the Great Sandy Strait between the Dimonds, North Maaroom, and Fraser islands.

news.com.au

http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/realestate/news/nsw-real-estate-rising-number-of-parents-buying-investment-properties-for-childrens-future/news-story/a64de974a2b65e12cde57acbca9fccd2

Parents fearing higher prices buy units for kids

A Milsons Point mum has joined the new wave of parents giving their children a leg-up into Sydney’s booming property market after buying a lower North Shore apartment for her six-year-old daughter.

The Daily Telegraph