Resolutions made by the recent National Cabinet regarding definitive action on housing have been welcomed by the industry this week. At a press conference announcing the decisions, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese affirmed the best way to ensure more Australians have…
The colder months of winter usually have a slowing effect on real estate listings, but not this year, new research shows. According to Corelogic Research Director Tim Lawless, new listings added to the national housing market historically* drop by 5.2%…
Have you already been swooped by a magpie this season? It might seem a bit early, but President of the Canberra Ornithologists Group Neil Hermes told ABC News that it was not unheard of for magpies to begin swooping in…
It’s nearly Spring, traditionally a time for opening our homes, clearing out winter’s clutter and getting organised for the warmer months. One of the easiest – and possibly the most essential – areas of change to tackle at this time…
The polls have closed, and the decision is final – Australia’s favourite native animal sound is the iconic warbling of the magpie. In a poll run by ABC Science this month, the black and white carollers took out 36% of…
Are you an avid book collector? Some of us have so many books that shelves are filled to overflowing and then piles start appearing on side tables and even the floor. If that is you, that’s fine, no judgement, but…
A shortage of land for building new homes is contributing to the housing crisis, new research shows. The latest Residential Land Report, released this week by Corelogic and the Housing Industry Association (HIA), has revealed that residential land transactions fell…
Australian households are being advised this week to consider switching electricity plans, as some energy providers have been found to be exceeding the safety net put in place to protect consumers. The ACCC is urging households to contact their energy…
A treehouse is every kid’s dream, a place where they can hang out away from everything. You could be the hero who brings that dream into reality with our handy guide. First, find a tree that is healthy, with well-shaped…
Australian mortgage holders have received millions of dollars in home loan cashbacks in the past two years, according to new research by financial comparison website Finder. A recent Finder survey revealed 5% of respondents had negotiated or refinanced a home…
