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REIV calls on Government to stamp out housing barriers

In an effort to create more efficient and equitable tax distribution, and enable greater housing accessibility, the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is calling on the Victorian Government to replace property stamp duty with a broad-based tax.

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Belle Property continues expansion into key regional areas announcing new office in Armidale NSW

Leading real estate brand Belle Property today announced the opening of a new office in Armidale, NSW. Led by Co-Principals and leading agents Kari Maitz and Ronelle Gersbach, the opening extends the brand’s reach in the key regional area five hours from Sydney.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

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Restored c1888 St Kilda Hill Victorian for sale on 1300sqm - Marshall White

Kuala 7 Redan Street St Kilda for sale by Oliver Bruce and Nicholas Brooks of Marshall White is a generational home with a striking alfresco connection and separate guest cottage.

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The Economy

Evidence suggests interest rates should stay on pause - REIA

ABS data shows that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.4% in the March quarter of 2023 and 7.0% over the twelve months.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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c1880 Allowah one of the grandest Randwick houses for sale - Savills

52-56 St Marks Road Randwick for sale by Martin Schiller of Savills Sydney is one of Randwick's finest private residences with tennis court on 1,691 square metres.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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Hockingstuart expands to fast-growing Sydney suburb of Bankstown

Hockingstuart has announced the opening of its first Sydney office in Bankstown, a fast-growing suburb located in the city’s southwest. At the helm will be Principal George Hourani, a passionate local resident who has spent numerous years selling property and forging a loyal client base in the area.

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Preliminary capital city clearance rates slip following a further rise in interest rates- CoreLogic

Auction volumes across the combined capital cities decreased -19.3% to 1,432 this week largely due to the ‘unofficial long weekend’ but also an early indication of the seasonal trend towards an easing in auction activity after the pre-Easter highs.

Principals change brand to meet changing Brisbane demographics

First National Real Estate further strengthens its network in the coastal locality of Birkdale in the City of Redland, welcoming First National Real Estate By The Bay principals, Andrew South and Levi van Dijk.

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The Economy

John McGrath - Always buy quality to achieve the best capital growth

According to John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents, no matter what type of property you’re purchasing, buying quality is the crucial factor for achieving the best capital growth over time.

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CoreLogic and CSIRO launch new tech to drive energy efficiency gains in Australian homes

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and property data analytics company CoreLogic Australia are trialling a new artificial intelligence system to estimate energy efficiency for homes across Australia.

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https://www.commo.com.au/profiles/2019/03/13/tom-aiming-raise-barr-ray-white/1552453090

Tom aiming to raise the Barr at Ray White

Ray White Queensland has welcomed more than 15 years of commercial sales experience to its ranks with the recruitment of Tom Barr as Director and Head of Investment Sales.

COMMO

https://www.retalkmena.com/news/2019/03/14/knight-frank-launches-2019-wealth-report/1552537953

Knight Frank launches 2019 Wealth Report

In the Middle East, the ultra high net worth individual (UHNWI) population is forecast to grow by 20 per cent over the next five years.

RETalk Mena

https://www.rethinktokyo.com/trende-solar-panels-japan

Too good to ignore: The new solar panel scheme for the masses

Mixing sustainability with savings, Trende is fast becoming the go-to service for solar panels in Tokyo. We talked to CEO Jeffrey Char about the future of green power in the city.

REThink Tokyo

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/03/13/auckland-airport-and-uber-partnership-boost-travellers/1552433192

Auckland Airport and Uber partnership a boost for travellers

From Wednesday March 20, a dedicated Uber rideshare area will be available at both the domestic and international terminals of the Auckland Airport, to offer travellers a safe affordable and reliable alternative to driving.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/03/12/quest-starts-construction-first-gold-coast-apartment-hotel/1552345797

Quest starts construction of first Gold Coast Apartment Hotel

Quest Apartment Hotels has begun construction of its first Gold Coast property, Quest Robina, with long-term development partner, Pellicano.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/03/12/farzin-leading-front/1552362735

Farzin leading from the front

Business broker Farzin Hesari's rapid rise up the ranks at LINK has not gone unnoticed, with the Victorian Managing Director nominated for Business Broker of the Year at the REIA Awards for Excellence this month.

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https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/03/12/west-kowloon-high-speed-rail-terminus-land-sale/1552371392

West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Terminus land for sale

The Hong Kong Government has announced that a 5.88-hectare commercial site atop of the West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Terminus will be sold in the first half of this year.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/properties/2019/03/11/travelodge-adelaide-hotel-sale-karen-wales-gus-moors-colliers-international

Travelodge Adelaide hotel for sale - Karen Wales, Gus Moors, Colliers International

Mandala Group has appointed Colliers International as exclusive agents to seek offers for the pre-purchase of a new build 220-room Travelodge hotel in Adelaide, scheduled to be completed in 2021.

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