Unless it’s your full-time job, tracking the Australian property market isn’t easy – trends and affordability are constantly on the move, the pandemic-induced population shuffle continues its momentum, and according to CoreLogic research, regional property values are holding strong, outpacing capital city declines. With interest rates stabilising, government-led new buyer policies and infrastructure projects coming to the…
Author: Jess Pudney
If, like most people, you are already in need of a fresh start and haven’t quite reached some of the goals you set out to achieve when the clock struck 12 on New Year’s, then you’re in luck, because you’ve got a chance for a redo – the new financial year is upon us, and…
The July school holidays are here again! For many Sunshine Coast families, it’s a welcome break from school runs, busy schedules, and packed lunchboxes. For the kids, it’s a chance to rest, recharge, and enjoy some much-needed play time. But for parents? It can mean coming up with endless ideas to keep everyone entertained without…
Creating a lush, plant-filled space (both inside and out) is a wonderful way to enhance your home. Not only do plants add beauty and calm, but they also help purify the air, attract pollinators, and bring that fresh, grounded feeling we all love here on the Sunshine Coast. But if you’ve got pets, it’s essential…
Australia’s housing market continues its steady rise, with national values up 3.3% over the past year. While rental yields remain solid, landlords are urged to take a measured approach amid rising costs, tighter regulations, and softening rent growth. Discover what’s shaping investor returns in 2025.
Whether you’re a summer lover or a snow chaser, we all have one thing in common – no one wants to live in a cold home over winter. But as the cold creeps in, we often watch in horror as our energy bills skyrocket – fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. It’s entirely…
Australia’s property market continues to move forward—just not at the same breakneck pace. Cotality’s June 2025 Housing Value Index reveals a welcome cooling, with national dwelling values rising 0.5% in May. Regional differences are growing more pronounced, with Perth leading the way and coastal areas in Queensland and WA still seeing healthy demand. For buyers and sellers alike, this gentler market presents new opportunities—especially for first-home buyers and upgraders ready to make their move with the right preparation.
As winter settles in and the days grow colder and shorter, there’s no need to yearn for the Aussie summer or spend your days planning a tropical escape. Across Australia, winter markets, festivals and events come alive with twinkling lights, cosy vibes, handmade crafts and seasonal treats – making it a perfect time to explore and…
As temperatures drop, the winter property chill sets in. We typically see listing numbers dip nationwide as sellers hit pause and prepare their properties for a spring sale – along with hordes of other motivated sellers. In fact, home buyers aren’t seasonal, and with the recent interest rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) –…
CoreLogic’s April update paints a two-sided picture for Australian housing. The national Home Value Index advanced 0.3 per cent in April and 3.2 per cent over the year, nudging the median dwelling price to $825,349. Momentum, however, is slower than early 2024, reflecting wary buyers and cost-of-living pressures. Regional markets remain the relative outperformers. Values…