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David BonaddioReal Estate Reporter

David is a real estate journalist at the Herald Sun, covering everything from first-home buyer trends and housing data to prestige homes, celebrity property, and The Block. His stories appear nationally across News Corp mastheads, including the Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph and The Courier Mail. Based in Melbourne, David reports on auctions, market shifts, urban development and commercial real estate, with a strong interest in planning, podcasting and video storytelling. He began his career at The Daily Telegraph on the NSW North Coast before joining The Courier Mail as a property reporter. David is also a senior academic advisor at Mannix College (Monash University), where he mentors students in leadership, communication and academic success.

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Revealed: Shockingly low amount in bank for 8m Aussies

More than 8 million Australians have an alarmingly low amount of money in savings, according to shock new data that raises the alarm on affordability.

17B Myrtle Grove, Reservoir - for Herald Sun Real Estate

Asian mural creates backyard resort-style oasis at Melb home

A striking luxury home Melbourne’s northern suburbs with soaring ceilings and a backyard mural inspired by Southeast Asia has hit the market in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. SEE INSIDE

Miki Ellis & Daniel Walker, are young homeowners who are part of a growing trend of couples choosing a House/mortgage over marriage, Banyo, on Friday 21st February 2025 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Tweak that could unlock homes for 400,000 Aussies

The dream of homeownership could become reality for thousands of Australia, if one key barrier is finally torn down.

Commercial Real Estate

14-18 Smith Street, Collingwood - for herald sun real estate

Why Melb identity kept empty pub licensed for six years

A high profile Melbourne businessman is selling the Collingwood pub where he’s kept a liquor license paid for six years, despite it not serving a drink since 2019. Find out why.

Commercial Real Estate

D'Lish fish sells art - for Herald Sun Real Estate

Rex Hunt’s old Melb chipper reels in multimillion-dollar price

The Port Melbourne fish and chip shop Rex Hunt opened has sold after it hooked a new owner for a sum not even the famed angler and footballer would have kissed and sent back.

Melbourne, Australia. Federation Square, before skyscrapers in the Melbourne CBD, and St Paul's Cathedral to the left.Escape 30 March 2025Why I TravelPhoto - iStock

Melbourne: What $1m buys now will shock you

Melbourne homebuyers with $1m to spend are getting a rude shock this Easter as the city’s housing market leaves less and less available for seven figures. See which areas are being hit hardest.

Masterchef judge Andy Allen art for online - for Herald Sun Real Estate

See what home life is like for MasterChef judge

MasterChef judge Andy Allen’s multimillion-dollar new home has been revealed, complete with a pool, two kitchens and some serious architectural flair. Take a peek.

Sean and Sarah Cross - for Herald Sun Real Estate

How couple in Melbourne’s west turned reno into $585,000

A Melbourne couple have revealed how they tackled an exhaustive renovation on the Werribee home where they got engaged and almost doubled its price in just five years. See the photos.

50 Marshalls Rd, Musk - for Herald Sun Real Estate

Melb couple’s plan to turn dome into Airbnb riches

A Melbourne couple have revealed their plans to turn a regional Victorian getaway spot complete with a light-up dome into an Airbnb goldmine. Take a peek around the incredible property.

Art for national story - for Herald Sun Real Estate

Huge rental shift that could save landlords

Aussie landlords have been handed a financial lifeline that could help them keep a hold of their rental properties as they grapple with home finance pressures. But it’s dire news for tenants.

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