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Property prices: the winners and losers of 2021

The biggest headline in 2021 real estate news? Huge surges in property prices across the country. Nationally, prices rose a staggering 22.1%.As always, though, the picture changes when you zoom in. Some areas were almost flat, while others went stratospheric.…

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How to cool your house with plants

When the summer heat descends, Australian homes can get pretty stuffy. Short of running your air conditioning 24/7, what can you do to keep the interior cool and comfortable? One way is to use plants. The cooling powers of greenery…

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Ipswich turns red with Elders acquisition

Ipswich turns red with Elders acquisition Elders is investing in its real estate presence throughout south-east Queensland by announcing its acquisition of Ray White North Ipswich. Currently servicing the greater Ipswich region under the lead of Deanne Ramsey, the office…

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The hottest suburbs around Australia in 2022

The property market was red hot in 2021, with prices soaring 22% across the country – the steepest rise in three decades. Those higher prices haven’t put buyers off in the least. On the contrary, demand for housing is extremely…

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Confine your cats in style

Local councils all around Australia are implementing cat control laws. Depending on where you live, your cat may be confined to your property 24/7, or subject to evening curfews. The laws have been brought in to protect native wildlife. Overwhelming…

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How to throw the best New Years party ever!

2021 has been a volatile year, with more ups and downs than a Disneyland rollercoaster ride. How to do it justice? Throw the best New Years party ever to say goodbye! If you’re a little rusty on the entertaining front,…

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5 resolutions to make your home healthier & happier

New Years resolutions are often a time to concentrate on health and happiness. Perhaps you’re resolving to cut down on alcohol, get to the gym more often or drink more water. However, is your home environment helping or hindering? With…

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How to get your home house sitter ready

For most of Australia, travel is on the agenda to some degree for the 2023 Easter Long Weekend. But in all the excitement of planning an Easter holiday, it’s important not to forget what you’re leaving behind. There are few…

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Elders welcomes Rockingham office

Elders is investing in its real estate presence south of Perth, with the recent acquisition and rebranding of LJ Hooker Rockingham on 1 November 2021. LJ Hooker Rockingham has been providing exceptional customer service in the region for 29 years…

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How to master poolside perfection

According to house hunting website Domain, searches for homes with a pool are sky high. With so many of us spending more time at home, it’s no wonder that we’re looking to recreate that holiday feel in our own back…

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