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John McGrath – Time to shine for Brisbane & surrounds

According to John McGrath founder and executive director of McGrath Estate Agents, you’d be hard-pressed to beat South-East Queensland in 2022.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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c.1890 colonial Queenslander Ascot for sale - Place

This family manor in one of Brisbane's best streets, Towers Street for sale by Patrick McKinnon and Jill Wright of Place Ascot.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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‘House-like’ apartment overlooking Bondi Beach for sale - The Agency

This two-level Notts Avenue residence with private garden courtyard, for sale by Bethwyn Richards and Jess McGrath of The Agency captures incredible Bondi views.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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‘The Gables’ Coorparoo for sale - Place

Set on 1,942sqm, this spacious Brisbane home for sale by Sarah Hackett of Place Bulimba and Heath Williams of Place New Farm, offers a great foundation for an enviable family estate.

New South Wales (NSW)

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Lake Macquarie waterfront escape sold by Cullen Royle

This stunning Eraring property sold by Deborah Cullen of Cullen Royle and Trent Iverson of Vella Iverson Real Estate, delivers nearly 4 acres of waterfront reserve land, with original residence + pool.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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The Agency sells Woollahra apartment for $13 million

The brand new 321sqm Eastern suburbs penthouse, sold by Steven Chen of The Agency and Bill Malouf of Highland Property occupies the entire 'Queen Residences' top floor.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne Brighton

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Kay & Burton sold private Brighton oasis with a cocktail

39 Black Street Brighton sold by Tommy McIntosh and Alex Schiavo of Kay & Burton with personalised marketing including fresh coffee, cupcakes and a Negroni cocktail in custom bottle for registered viewers.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Developer’s own ‘Pinnacle’ penthouse for sale - Place

The two-storey Brisbane apartment for sale by Alex Rutherford of Place New Farm commands breathtaking Roma Street Park and city views.

National

Construction

Timber imports responding to record housing demand - HIA

“Shortages of timber have caused extended delays to house building over the last year and a half,” stated HIA Economist Tom Devitt.

National

The Economy

Budget 2022 must have a plan for homes and jobs

Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) is calling on the Federal Government in election year to tackle key issues on our minds: homes and jobs in Budget 2022.

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News Roundup

https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/93553-mid-century-luxury-makes-a-comeback-in-australia

Mid-Century Luxury Makes a Comeback in Australia

Australian home buyers are paying a premium to get their hands on 'Brady Bunch'-style homes.

Mansion Global

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/property-sellers-go-private-as-buyers-thin-on-the-ground-20180407-h0yh69

Property sellers go private as buyers thin on the ground

The number of homes put up for auction in the two biggest markets, Sydney and Melbourne, is around half what it was a year ago as more owners opt to sell privately.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/lendlease-shakes-up-retirement-industry/news-story/e2927c89e242d76cbf8d8a4e19e5e265

Lendlease shakes up retirement industry

The retirement village operator is shaking up the industry with three new payment options for residents, in addition to the traditional 'deferred management fee'.

The Australian

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/a-history-of-australian-housing-market-downturns-in-one-chart-20180405-h0yeob

A history of Australian housing market downturns, in one chart

After a prolonged period of strength, Australia's housing market is slowing fast, led by renewed weakness in Sydney and Melbourne.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/life/home-design/prestige-property/owners-get-a-lift-out-of-installing-elevators-in-highend-homes/news-story/2dbfe8c6a562f2ac3351794d5129e1c1

Owners get a lift out of installing elevators in high-end homes

Builders and lift companies say residential elevators are becoming almost a standard feature for homes and one of the top priorities for renovators.

The Australian

https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/93614-deals-abound-in-the-tony-beirut-central-district

Deals Abound in the Tony Beirut Central District

The neighborhood in Lebanon’s capital was completely rebuilt in the late 1990s

Mansion Global

https://www.mpamagazine.com.au/sections/features/royal-commission-could-prompt-credit-constraint-aba-ceo-248419.aspx

Royal commission could prompt credit constraint: ABA CEO

Anna Bligh says the last year has seen Australia's banks confronted with a new tax, and more scrutiny and intervention on top of the 50-odd inquiries and reviews they have faced since the global financial crisis.

MPA Magazine

https://www.mortgagebusiness.com.au/breaking-news/12105-greens-propose-people-s-bank-for-low-interest-loans?utm_source=MortgageBusiness&utm_campaign=MBDaily%20bulletin05_04_18&utm_medium=email&utm_content=1

Greens propose ‘People’s Bank’ for low interest loans

The Greens have called for the establishment of a government-owned “People’s Bank” backed by the Reserve Bank of Australia.

Mortgage Business