Why $350k may no longer be enough for a home in the Wide Bay
House prices across the five Wide Bay Burnett regional areas are still climbing as the state’s property market continues a run dubbed ‘impressive’ by one industry expert.
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$10m slashed off Crown Barangaroo penthouse asking price
Sydney’s swankiest apartment is back on the market, with a high-profile Luxe Listings agent dropped and the new team tasked with selling the six-bedroom unit spending $500,000 on staging.
Revealed: ‘Rough diamond’ cities that offer jobs and affordable housing
There are currently 25 Australian cities, including three state capitals, with a population of 50,000 or more and a median house price below $750,000. Three of those are in the Wide Bay. See the full list:
Seven-storey apartment towers to topple beachfront motel
An old motel on Hervey Bay’s esplanade will be demolished to make way for a modern “medium to high-rise” complex. DETAILS.
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‘No immediate danger’: Flood warning issued as dam spills and 80-150mm of rain expected
Heavy rain has caused Paradise Dam to overflow and Bundaberg locals have been warned to expect more serious rain in the next 48 hours and possible flooding. UPDATES TO COME.
‘If it’s flooded, forget it’: Emergency service lifts Burnett to ‘Alert’ level for cyclone
Despite a reduction in predicted weather events expected for the Bundaberg Burnett, local councils and emergency services have shared one key message ahead of the Australia Day long weekend: if it’s flooded, forget it.
‘Battle to survive’: Country shows face axe after council pulls out
The Burnett could be about to lose four of its country shows following a council decision to no longer be responsible for local showgrounds, leaving already struggling show societies to bear the costs of rates, fees and maintenance. Full report and reaction:
How you can buy your own Aussie island for less than you think
Sandy beaches, the bluest oceans, no neighbours or perhaps the odd celebrity guest next door. The idea of buying our own island is not as crazy, or expensive, as you might think. See what Aussie islands are available right now.
6000 per year: Why Wide Bay is fastest growing region in Qld
A new government report reveals which Wide Bay cities are recording the highest population growth in Queensland as the region’s appeal to retirees and southerners puts added pressure on the housing crisis. SEE BREAKDOWN.
Massive North Burnett wind farm given green light after months of delay
Work will begin on a $350million wind farm occupying 4500ha near Biggenden after approval was granted following months of delays over environmental concerns.
Building sector in slow gear as labour shortage bites
Two of Queensland’s best-known developers say an extraordinary infrastructure rollout has sparked labour shortages, slowing projects – and the Olympics construction has yet to come.
Council drafts action plan to tackle region’s housing crisis
A Queensland council has partnered with government bodies to create a housing action plan in the hopes of easing the impact of the state’s housing crisis.
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