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Richmond’s 'haunted' Regent Theatre on the market

"It is an eccentric category that is so niche. We think someone connected to the film industry or a lover of cinema will be drawn to it," says John Chancellor, of Matrix Property Group.

New South Wales (NSW)

NSW tradies in short supply

There are several areas in NSW where tradies are in short supply, according to a new study from serviceseeking.com.au.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne Brighton

Featured Property

Historical mansion in Brighton for sale

‘Marama’ was built circa 1880s and has undergone a detailed restoration overseen by renowned architect Bruce Trethowan and is for sale by Paul Castran of Castran Gilbert.

National

The Economy

Top end of market faring well, but change is in the air

The top end of the property market continues to surge, with the clearance rate hitting 77.1 per cent on the weekend, but a change of sentiment is "in the wind" according to John Cunningham, president of the REINSW.

New South Wales (NSW)

People

REINSW's Novice Auctioneers Competition kicks off

In his first official auction, Michael Garofolo won heat one of this year's REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition.

National

Survey shows investors still bullish despite bubble concern

A new survey shows that half of Australia's property investors aim to grow their portfolio this year, although some markets are more in favour than others.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

Large Pymble property for sale

'Knole' is a sprawling 1930s family estate offering space, privacy and tranquility and is for sale by Darren Curtis and Martin Ross of Ken Jacobs Christie's International Real Estate.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Melbourne gears up for bumper auction weekend

Melbourne is gearing up for the biggest auction weekend so far this year with more than 1,500 homes set to go under the hammer.

People

Best in the industry recognised at REIA's 2017 National Awards for Excellence

The Real Estate Institute of Australia has recognised the profession’s most outstanding performers at the 12th Annual REIA National Awards for Excellence.

Victoria (Vic.)

The Economy

Vic removal of stamp duty exemption for OTP buyers 'final nail in coffin'

The Victorian government's decision to scrap the stamp duty exemption for buyers purchasing off-the-plan could mean lower supply of new dwellings, sending prices and rents higher, says Sam Tarascio of Salta Properties.