Home secret to Dancing With The Stars’ stalwart’s success
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Melbourne & VIC
End is nigh for stressed homeowners
Crunch time is coming for struggling homeowners over the next nine months, but one of the country’s leading economic figures believes most of us will be OK.
Home loans rise as owner occupiers surge in 2 key states
The average home loan is roughly the same as the Prime Minister’s huge base salary, but that’s done little to quell the Australia’s appetite for property.
Reason Vic beachside locations could jump in price in 2025
Jennifer Kelly chose to move to Portarlington from Ballarat to spend her golden years in a beachside suburb, and she’s not alone. See the suburbs that downsizers are targeting.
How the ‘sandwich generation’ is changing the way we live
The housing crisis has created ‘the sandwich generation’ and it’s having a profound impact on the way many Aussies live their lives.
Olympic sailor flips South Yarra pad in ‘derelict’ state
The former Olympian still spends plenty of time on a boat in the big blue, but when she’s on lad she found a new love for flipping homes. Hear why she does it.
$1m plan for Mount Duneed home to help people sleeping rough
How Vinnies’ CEO Sleepout’s top money raiser has created a five-bedroom home at Mount Duneed to raise big dollars to support people sleeping rough.
Bleak outlook as Aussie city hits 14-year-low
The hope for change in this Australian city ‘remains exceptionally low’ after it slumped to its worst level in 14 years.
Portelli dodges tax after $27m Block buy
Aussie billionaire and serial Block bidder Adrian Portelli has dodged hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax even though he has bought nine properties on the show. Here’s how.
Eye-catching Orb House inspired by ancient Pompeii homes
A landmark Kew property that was short-listed for an Australian Institute of Architects Award has hit the market. See how much you could buy it for.
Block auctioneer: I’m done with the show
One of The Block’s most revered auctioneers says he won’t be back in 2025 after the Nine Network butchered one key aspect of the show.
Four-year search rewards buyers upgrading in Highton
A Highton family on a long search for a home to upsize has discovered an affordable opportunity in a blue chip riverside pocket.
Bleak prediction for Australia’s home building future: HIA
The nation’s peak home building body says Australia will miss its National Housing Accord annual targets until nearly the end of the decade. Here’s why it predicts we won’t get close to the 1.2 million new homes goal.
Snezana, Sam Wood set to sell lavish Melb love nest
One of The Bachelor Australia’s most-loved couples is moving on from their Melbourne home, after undertaking extensive renovations of the property that caused an online stir. SEE INSIDE
Converted post office delivers landmark heritage residence
A circa 1888 building that marks the entry to Portarlington’s commercial heart is seeking a modern-day stamp of approval as a private home or business opportunity.
Moolap’s most expensive house poised to break own record
A contemporary family home on almost 1ha of land could become the first residential property in the suburb to crack $2m. See where the attraction lies.
Melbourne homes for sale hit whopping 12-year high
Melbourne has more homes for sale than at any time since 2012 in what is firming as one of the best springs for homebuyers in the city’s history.
‘Bunch of show-offs’: Big problem The Block has to address
Who can remember that last time anyone bought a Block house because they liked it and wanted to live in it? The contestants may have left happy — but fans did not.
Young buyers eye possibilities for picture perfect Belmont bungalow
A young Geelong couple couldn’t have picked a better part of Belmont to find a home they can improve. It was snapped up after an auction near the top of the range.
‘Trump bump’ could push Myer mansion to $100m+ mark
The historic Myer Family mansion in Toorak has moved a step closer to becoming Victoria’s first $100m home sale, thanks to what is being described as a “Trump bump”.
Young family to reset clock on Newtown time capsule
Buyers are looking to make a fresh start in Newtown with a clinker brick house retaining original features such as ornate timber mantels and an AGA cooker.
Motivated buyer snaps up Hamlyn Heights home within hours
The family had clearly done their homework when a four-bedroom Hamlyn Heights residence hit the market. Within hours they had wrapped up purchasing it.
Lambo Guy sweeps Block auctions — buys all homes, by stealth
A surprise team has walked away $1.65m richer after crazy scenes on The Block where rich lister Adrian Portelli ended up buying every property. Hear the reason he decided who he’d crown the winner. (Warning: Spoilers)
Big mistakes trapping homebuyers
Buyers looking for this affordable way into the property market could find the path is not as smooth as they might expect.
The Block homes set for $200k loss as soon as they’re ‘off the lot’
Houses auctioned on The Block this weekend are set to lose more than $200,000 the moment they change hands due to a change that will instantly wipe out value for future investors.
Landmark boutique hotel listed for sale on Bellarine
Queenscliff’s historic Athelstane House has an established reputation as a popular bed and breakfast but could also be repurposed into an amazing private home.
Historic farm opens chance to buy your own mountain
An entire mountain top is up for grabs as a western Victorian farming property is listed for sale for the first time in 85 years. Here’s how to climb to the peak.
Geelong spots that are hot for cashed up Baby Boomers
Cashed up Baby Boomers could turn these Geelong locations into property price boom towns as the entire generation is about to get full access to their super.
Worrying Vic home building numbers buck national trend
Home approvals are on the rise around the country, but they’re down year-on-year across Victoria. However, there are areas that have recorded higher approvals in the past 12 months. See the hot spots for new homes.
Major hint on whether Block quitters will make finale
The Block’s biggest night of the year is nearly here — but the most important question on everyone’s mind is — who is and who isn’t going to be there.
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