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Tasmania (Tas.)Hobart

Markets

Sukkar sits down with REIA board members

Federal Minister for Housing Michael Sukkar was a guest at the REIA Board Meeting in Hobart on Thursday.

The Economy

Why winter selling is still a worthwhile option 20 years later

Queensland Auction Services auctioneer Michael Vettoretto believes an article he wrote more than 20 years ago about winter's impact on the New Zealand property market still has relevance today.

People

Population growth will support building activity - HIA

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics showing a rise in Australia's annualised population growth has been welcomed by the Housing Industry Association.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

Featured Property

Majestic Main River Mediterranean

Offering superb views over Main River, the hinterland and beyond, this Paradise Waters residence promises a superb lifestyle in a sought-after Gold Coast location. For sale by David Cui and Jordan Williams of JW Prestige Agents.

Victoria (Vic.)

People

Buxton and Beller to come together from July 1

Victorian real estate agencies Buxton and Beller have announced they will be joining forces from July 1.

The Economy

New data shows 'unsurprising' growth in demand for fixed home loans

Queensland has led a rise in demand for fixed rate home loans, according to new research from Mortgage Choice.

Victoria (Vic.)

People

Homes for Homes milestone as first keys handed over

The keys to the first home funded with the support of social enterprise, Homes for Homes, have been handed over to a young family in housing stress.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Featured Property

Private escape on approx. 2,928sqm

Classic and tightly held, this Vermont home is surrounded by striking landscaped gardens, with pool and floodlit tennis court. For sale by Matthew Scafidi and Janet Fleet of Noel Jones Mitcham.

South Australia (SA)

Politics

$104.5 million housing stimulus package highlights 'fair' SA Budget, says REISA

South Australia's housing sector has welcomed a boost from the state government in Tuesday's budget.

Queensland (Qld)

Construction

Interstate buyer settles south-east Queensland site after $5.4 million auction sale

A deal between the Commonwealth Government and an interstate purchaser has settled following the buyer’s successful bid of $5.4M at a Ray White in-room auction.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/negative-gearing-changes-meant-something-to-margin-seat-holders-20160701-gpwrd0

Negative gearing changes meant something to margin seat holders

Many living in outer Melbourne suburbs, which includes marginal seats, believe excessive competition for property in the city is partly fuelled by negative gearing.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/opinion/election-2016-what-happens-next-if-there-is-a-hung-parliament-20160704-gpyki4

What happens next if there is a hung Parliament?

A fresh election is unlikely for at least six months, and politicians will have to deal with the Parliament the people have chosen, writes Professor of Constitutional Law.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/federal-election-2016/federal-election-2016-property-chiefs-fight-negative-gearing-change/news-story/6b1fffb12fed8ff80369efdb553a9426

Property chiefs fight negative gearing change

The nation’s top property executives will meet this week to consider their next moves in a battle against cuts to negative gearing.

The Australian

http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/some-relief-for-oversupply-concerns-as-apartment-approvals-peak-219013.aspx

Relief for oversupply concerns as apartment approvals peak

Booming construction levels in Australia’s apartment market may be on the brink of entering a down cycle.

Your Property Investment

http://www.smh.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/domestic-violence-victims-given-the-power-to-terminate-rental-contracts-early-20160704-gpy1ky.html

Domestic violence victims given power to end rent contracts early

Victims of domestic violence in NSW will soon be able to flee their homes faster and without penalty for abandoning a rental property.