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Iconic Donovan Hill renovated 1920s New Farm Queenslander for sale - Place

MM House 180 Heal Street New Farm for sale by Heath Williams of Place New Farm delivers a harmonious blend of heritage and modernity.

New South Wales (NSW)

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Beloved 5-acre Southern Highlands for sale - Belle

Braeside 150C Cedar Springs Road Kangaroo Valley for sale by Nick Dale of Belle Property is a slice of paradise for private enjoyment with potential income generation.

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People

Coronis Group's Latest Power Couple: Dion & Cassandra Saab's Journey to Franchise Success

The partnership between Coronis and Dion and Cassandra Saab exemplifies the company's dedication to cultivating talent and supporting ambitious entrepreneurs.

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The Economy

Short stay accommodation soars 22.8% as Australia's rental crisis rages - REIA

REIA President, Hayden Groves said that in the March quarter, a total of 133,968 short-stay accommodation (SSA) places were available in Australia, an increase of 3.7% over the quarter and a enormous 22.8% over the past year.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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Magnificent Mowbray Park acreage estate for sale - The Agency

150 Montpelier Drive Mowbray Park for sale by Eva Frketic and Ben Marovic of The Agency is a serene sanctuary boasting over 176 acres of stunning rural surrounds with panoramic views in all directions.

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The Economy

Interest rate commentary by Geoff Lucas

The Agency's CEO Geoff Lucas said today’s interest rate decision signals that we are likely to now be entering a period of little to no interest rate changes for a considerable time.

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The Economy

Rates on hold but rent rises remain a problem for inflation - Ray White

According to Nerida Conisbee, Ray White Group Chief Economist, the next movement is likely to be a cut to rates, however this is unlikely to happen this year.

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The Economy

RBA holds as speculation mounts the rate hiking cycle has peaked

The RBA was clear that inflationary pressures, especially in the services sector, remain elevated, but the trend is heading in the right direction and the RBA remains confident inflation will return to the target range in late 2025.

Queensland (Qld)

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Historic 1935 Kurwongbah Queenslander for sale on 2 acres - Sotheby’s

41 Scout Road Kurwongbah for sale by Michael Vettoretto of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty is a year-round sanctuary for native birds, koalas and wildlife.

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The Economy

Rents: the only way is up - REIWA

Perth’s median rent prices hit new highs in August. REIWA CEO Cath Hart said market conditions indicated more increases are likely.

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News Roundup

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/08/22/foster-partners-break-ground-first-philippines-project/1566453630

Foster + Partners break ground on first Philippines project

British international architecture and design studio Foster + Partners have commenced construction on the Estate Makati in Manila.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/08/21/commercial-specialist-named-lj-hooker-group%E2%80%99s-top-agent/1566363876

Commercial specialist named LJ Hooker Group’s top agent

Marcel Elias from LJ Hooker Commercial Silverwater has been named the LJ Hooker Group's top-performing business owner.

COMMO

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/08/21/john-douglas-appointed-area-director-finance-marriott-international-anzp/1566350959

John Douglas appointed Area Director of Finance for Marriott International, ANZP

Marriott International have announced that John Douglas has been appointed Area Director of Finance, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, overseeing the financial functions and operations of more than 30 properties in the region.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/profiles/2019/08/21/meet-yiling-tang-australia%E2%80%99s-first-registered-%E2%80%98chinese-business-valuer%E2%80%99

Meet Yiling Tang, Australia’s first registered ‘Chinese Business Valuer’

As a former business owner, Yiling knows how difficult owning a business can be, and uses that hard-won knowledge in her role as Senior Business Broker for Ray White Business Sales (South Australia).

The Business Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/08/20/htl-property-365-days-later-year-review/1566283351

HTL Property 365 Days Later - a Year in Review

HTL Property has facilitated approximately $450m+ worth of Pub Asset sales on FY19 and have reported in the years market highlights and future market landscape.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.retalkmena.com/news/2019/08/21/bloom-properties-begins-handover-park-view-apartments-saadiyat/1566330964

Bloom Properties begins handover of Park View Apartments on Saadiyat

Bloom Properties has announced it has begun the handover of units to owners at the prestigious Park View development on Saadiyat Island.

REtalk MENA

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/08/20/how-much-new-office-space-does-australia-need/1566281436

How much new office space does Australia need?

Australia needs an extra 13 million square metres of office space by 2047 if it is going to cater to its rising population, new research from JLL has found.

COMMO

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/08/19/katherines-lone-shopping-centre-sold-289-million/1566196079

Katherine's lone shopping centre sold for $28.9 million

A landmark shopping centre in the town of Katherine, Northern Territory, has transacted to a private Melbourne investor for $28.9 million.

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