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Sydney’s “most desirable home”

World-class boating facilities and uninterrupted harbour views are just the start of the magnificence of this absolute waterfront home. For sale by Ken Jacobs and Darren Curtis of Ken Jacobs Christies International Double Bay.

Design

'John has always had a deep connection with residential architecture': Getting to know the John Wardle Architects residential team

The residential team of John Wardle Architects provides an insight into how its work has evolved in the time the firm has been operating.

International

Design

Luxurious and historic Bel-Air hotel on the market for measly US$225 Million

The Conrad Hilton estate - Casa Encantada - has come on the market for the first time in decades.

Queensland (Qld)Sunshine Coast

Construction

Sod turn on latest in luxury living on Sunshine Coast

Curve Birtinya is the latest $37 million project to be built by Cube Developments on the Sunshine Coast and the properties are being snapped up fast.

National

The Economy

Villa World has new AVID owner

AVID Property Group is set to acquire ASX-listed residential developer Villa World Limited in a $410 million deal.

Queensland (Qld)

Featured Property

‘Pebble Beach’: world-class island living

Enjoy your very own island getaway with this private Hamilton Island retreat. For sale by Liam Kearney of Hamilton Island Real Estate.

Victoria (Vic.)

People

New president elected for Real Estate Institute of Victoria

Leah Calnan is the new name and face for the REIV during the 2019-2020 term.

National

The Economy

First Home Owner Scheme officially legislated

The Bill to allow first home buyers easier access to the property market has now been passed in both the upper and lower houses.

New South Wales (NSW)

Design

Winners announced at 2019 NSW Country Division Awards for architectural excellence

The results of great inspiration were rewarded at the latest Australian Institute of Architects’ NSW Country Division Awards recently.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

North Point Residence: luxurious beachfront oasis

This designer home features a parent's retreat, complete with marble ensuite, lounge, and gym, known as the 'Round House'. For sale by Nick Witheriff and Carol Witheriff of LJ Hooker Kingscliff.

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http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/financial-services/moodys-warns-of-rising-threat-to-banks-from-patchy-commercial-real-estate-market/news-story/b237764eedde5d14ea6bdabb81d2d3f5

Rising threat to banks from patchy commercial real estate market: Moody’s

The risks confronting Australia’s big banks are on the rise as the office property market slows and the threat of an apartment glut grows, says ratings agency Moody’s.

The Australian

http://thenewdaily.com.au/money/property/2016/10/09/borrowers-fake-numbers-home-loan/?utm_source=Responsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20161010_TND

How borrowers, brokers fudge numbers to get a home loan

Almost one in every three home borrowers lies about their financial circumstances to lenders, according to a survey.

The New Daily

http://www.domain.com.au/news/fears-china-property-bubble-could-cost-banks-800-billion-20161009-gryfg5/

Fears China property bubble could cost banks $800 billion

China watchers are starting to put a price tag on the cost to banks of a collapse in the nation’s red-hot property market.

Domain

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/hilarious-gumtree-ad-offers-up-financial-black-hole-for-rent-in-medina-20161007-grxl6g

Hilarious Gumtree ad offers up 'financial black hole for rent'

A Perth couple desperate to rent their home have posted a hilarious ad on Gumtree begging people to move into their "financial black hole".

The Australian Financial Review

http://thenewdaily.com.au/money/property/2016/10/06/first-home-buyers-abs-correction/?utm_source=Responsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20161007_TND

ABS housing mix-up highlights much bigger problem

An ABS data revision, and the ensuing media storm, has renewed focus on how hard it is to save for a home.

The New Daily

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/nation/10-million-plus-mansions-boom-as-sales-triple-in-five-years/news-story/de2c934c9faa37c1a1880cd9960ba8e6?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A%20TheAustralianProperty%20%28The%20Australian%20%7C%20Property%29

$10 million plus mansions boom, as sales triple in five years

Mansion sales in Australia have risen threefold in five years with more than 130 homes selling above $10m in the year to 31 August, driven by the surge of Chinese buyers, low interest rates and economic resurgence in NSW and Victoria.

The Australian

http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/trump-australia-asia_us_57f8306ce4b0e655eab46ff4

A Trump Presidency Could Be Disastrous For Australia

Former Australian Defense Minister Kim Beazley is concerned about the US presidential nominee’s China plans.

The Huffington Post Australia

http://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/buying/chinese-upgraders-adding-new-twist-to-real-estate-boom/news-story/0e1c604cb16dd1f29ecdce69d2a2a6d9

Chinese ‘upgraders’ adding new twist to real estate boom

Thousands of families from the first wave of Chinese property buyers are ditching their off-the-plan apartments for houses and terraces.

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