Late Torquay surfing icon’s home could be last of its kind
The family of legendary surfboard maker Russell Graham is selling a long-held 1520sq m property, one of the largest left in old Torquay.
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Builder’s own Highton home shows stamp of quality
Garaging for five cars, elevated views and a big block with a flat lawn ticks lots of boxes for families at this stylish new custom build.
Portelli slammed: Block is dud investment
Experts have weighed in on Adrian Portelli’s controversial Phillip Island Block gamble with a united response to whether winners should take the cash or homes.
Exclusive Newtown bungalow in peak school zone position
A renovated five-bedroom character home on the doorstep of St Joseph’s College has hit the market for the first time in 25 years.
Trick that got family into home for $35k less than they thought
A young Melbourne family managed to get into a property after months of searching — and managed to save thousands while doing it. Here are some tips for first time family home seekers.
Melbourne has most homes for sale in the nation
The number of properties on the market surged across Australia in November at the end of the spring selling season. And some cities have more homes up for grabs than others.
Water wonderlands: Coolest pools in Australia revealed
Australia’s coolest pools of the year have been revealed, and they range from a sky-high shipping container pool to a pool with a multi-million dollar view. See the full list of winners.
Brunswick East music venue The Beast scores speedy sale
Live music venue The Beast in Melbourne’s inner north, also the home of Australia’s largest chilli eating contest, has a new owner. And tea company T2’s Fitzroy birthplace has also sold.
First-time buyers seize their chance in East Geelong
First-home buyers breaking out of the rent cycle have lined up for the chance to grab a prime piece of East Geelong real estate.
‘Failure’: Govt home build goal 20k off-track in just four months
Australia is already thousands of properties behind the federal government’s target to build 1.2m new homes by 2029, according to new analysis of ABS data.
Sellers cash in on striking renovation at Hamlyn Heights
A young family that upsized a three-bedroom Hamlyn Heights home through a series of renovations are leaving having doubled the suburb’s value growth over 10 years.
Spring jump for Geelong home prices: PropTrack
More buyers have turned the spotlight on Geelong as new data reveals home prices went against trends seen in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
‘It’s not about you’: How rookie landlords slip up
First-timers are making a series of blunders when it comes to investing in property, with experts issuing a stark warning to landlords.
Coffee king serves up suave Hawthorn house with rare jetty
Melbourne coffee king Rob Maisano and his wife Emily are selling their striking inner city waterfront home, complete with a jetty and room for a boat.
Epic Euro-style retreat boasts its own lake, huge six-car garage
Known as ‘The Lakehouse’, this tranquil estate with its own private lake, pool, cabana and Euro-style main house is turning heads. SEE INSIDE
Ex-AFL star Shaun Higgins making moves in Bayside
Former footy star Shaun Higgins, whose 17-year career saw him play with the Bulldogs, Kangaroos and Cats, is selling his bayside home that has its own putting green.
Bolton finally scores home win ahead of move west
Footy star Shai Bolton has just sold his Carnegie home after it passed in at auction, in a sign that homesellers need not fear if they don’t get a deal done in the final week of the spring selling season.
Victoria’s new nappy valleys and tombstone towns revealed
Hotspot suburbs have emerged across the state where soon-to-be parents break the budget at auctions and cashed-up retirees are driving super hard bargains. SEE THE SUBURBS
‘Summer smorgasbord’: Where homes have gotten even cheaper for buyers
Victorian first-home buyers have their best chance to buy a property in years this summer, as almost 17,000 residences under $600k are on the market. See the suburbs to look.
Melb suburbs that overseas homeseekers are targeting
People from United States, New Zealand, India and the United Kingdom are all looking to move to Victoria’s capital.
Albo’s plan to take profits from your home
The PM’s new legislation might be seem like a massive help to struggling homebuyers but there’s a massive trap.
Boomers make their $4.5 trillion move
They’re sitting on an insane amount of wealth and Baby Boomers have started making the move that will wipe the rest of us out.
Geelong’s top suburbs predicted for growth revealed
See the Geelong hot spots tipped to outperform as a new report predicts when an interest-rate cut is expected to provide an immediate boost to buyer demand.
‘Man from Snowy River’ high country haven gets international interest
A piece of Aussie cinematic luxury neighbouring ‘Man from Snowy River’ producer Geoff Burrowes has hit the market. SEE INSIDE.
Prison, bubble? Unique Aussie holiday homes to make you froth
Holidaymakers are spoilt for choice when it comes to quirky accommodation options this summer, from a former prison to luxury ‘reef suites’, an underground cave, even a ‘bubble’.
Vic govt looking to cash in on mountain snow resorts
The Victorian government is looking to offload control of a pair of state-run mountain snowfields, with Mt Baw Baw and Lake Mountain to be offered to private investors.
Historic farmhouse opens door to living large at Charlemont
A historic house that’s bigger than most nearby blocks and dates back to Geelong’s first racecourse and a model farm has hit the market as a renovation project.
Developer offloads $330m+ of Melbourne sites amid divestment spree
Major Melbourne-based developer Salta has ‘strategically’ sold off another high-value site with development approvals for a huge sum. Here’s why they’re selling.
Indian interest in Melbourne homes skyrockets
The amount of people in India looking to buy Aussie homes has surged by nearly a quarter in just one year, and they have their eyes on Melbourne’s growth corridor.
‘Sell or put rent up’: Allan govt rent crackdown gives landlords ultimatum
Victorian landlords are facing hefty fines and tougher rules to increase their rent amid new proposed rental reforms by the Allan government
New boom: 31 Melb spots to get land under $500k
The city’s growth corridors are set to become a battleground for first-home buyers and investors. Find out where you can still snag one for under $500,000.
Wild cost of Aussie share houses
Aussie share homes have hiked 90 per cent, with wild prices for a single room now revealed – and they’re not even in the city.
High profile location to drive interest in Belmont property
More than 17,000 vehicles passing each day is part of the attraction of this prime piece of Belmont commercial real estate.
Melbourne’s share house suburbs leading landlord backlash
The soaring cost of renting a room in some surprising suburbs has revealed areas where demand to ditch landlords in favour of a share house is the strongest. See where room rents are increasing the most.
Striking suburban showpiece oozes urban cool
More than 100 people have partied at this deceptively large Fyansford entertainer where a display motorbike in the entry is the first sign of difference.
Auction hot streak sees 2800 homes go under the hammer
Victorian auctions are surging ahead of all other states with thousands of properties heading to hammer time over the next fortnight, as buyers hustle to secure a pad before Christmas.
Heritage Modernist home like a ‘work of art you can live in’
This time-capsule heritage-listed Balywn house designed by influential Australian architect Robin Boyd is on the market for the first time in 40 years. Take a look inside.
East Geelong buyers to reap reward of ex-rental renovations
Buyers will reap the rewards of renovations done to improve an East Geelong home for renters as sellers walk away with a $20K auction bonus.
Eerie abandoned mansion left to rot for 15 years
Envisioned to be a lakeside palace, now one of this country’s largest homes sits abandoned, with broken windows, unfinished floors — and even a waterfall underneath it.
‘Use bucket to flush’: Would you pay $95k for this home?
Bargain basement houses around the state, and even parts of Melbourne, are being listed for under $100k, driving buyers to offer agents bribes to get the keys. But their features can be a bit unusual.
Unique way Victorian home now uses its private gold mine
When the owner of a sprawling off-grid property in regional Victoria discovered a 100m-long former gold mine in his back yard, he had a novel idea of what to do with it.
Huge prediction for Aussie house prices
A major property boom could hit Australia within months but these top cities are in line for a huge collapse.
Buyers break rent cycle with affordable entry to tight suburb
First-home buyers are looking to add value to this ex-commission home in this tightly-held Geelong eastern suburb where owners sit on properties the longest.
Pedals power buyers to make East Geelong move
East Geelong buyers have made a case for the benefits of cycling around the inner suburbs after successfully turning to pedal power to make weekend inspections.
Home loan trap taking years to escape
It’s the hidden burden of homebuying yet experts say it’s completely avoidable. Here’s how to avoid this credit crippling condition.
Melb home prices tipped to fall further in 2025
The city’s property prices are not at rock bottom yet, with a leading expert predicting up to a $40,000 drop across 2025. See the areas facing the greatest risk.
Buyer faints after dramatic end to Melbourne house auction
A buyer fainting and a family reduced to tears — this epic auction in Fawkner was a nail-biter from start to finish. Here’s what happened.
Where you can get homes for half the price
The suburbs where you can get a house-sized unit for more than half the price of a typical house.
Why interstaters are circling Melbourne homes
Melbourne is becoming a bargain hunting ground for interstate-based homebuyers as the nation’s largest real estate company has noted a surge in interstate buyers snapping up houses at auctions.
Broadmeadows named Melb’s most affordable, liveable suburb
Broadmeadows has been named the city’s most affordable and liveable suburb. See where else made the top 10, and why experts think locals will soon be competing with buyers from interstate.
Loo-dicrous way to add thousands to your home value
There is money in a good dunny and a rejuvenation of the old waste station could add thousands to your sales price. Here’s why!
Dilapidated Lysterfield property attracts 10 bidders
A 3ha property in Melbourne’s southeast labelled as “dilapidated with incredible opportunity” sold for $320,000 above expectations on Saturday, after 10 bidders registered for the auction.
Thornbury house sold for $1m+, buyer plans to knock it down
A Thornbury house that has seen better days has been snapped up for a seven-figure sum, with the buyers planning to knock down the home that’s close to the world’s coolest street.
Suburbs where buyers can nab a unit for $1m less than a house
Melbourne homebuyers on a budget have been given a hit list of the best areas to target where they can get a home for as much as $1m less than the typical house. SEE THE LIST
‘Critical’: Shock amount you need to earn to rent in Melbourne
Tenants are being forced out of the inner city, with alarming new data showing how severely unaffordable it is for many Melburnians. SEE THE MAP
Which suburbs savvy unit buyers should target in Geelong
The best suburbs to buy a unit in Geelong that will pay off in the long run have been identified as experts reveal the recipe for success.
‘Gutted it’: Former AFL star reveals huge pub play
Three-time AFL premiership player and former Brisbane Lions coach Justin Leppitsch has made it his goal to save this Victorian town’s pub that was left to rot. See what it looks like now.
Billionaire behind super fast Cumulus chef’s $20m+ deal revealed
A billionaire business co-founder has emerged as the buyer of the $20m+ sale of renowned Melbourne chef Andrew McConnell and partner Jo McGann’s Toorak home.
Drysdale property where two homes will double the fun
Two houses and a vineyard in one of the region’s best wine growing districts are just the start at this acreage property on the Bellarine Peninsula.
Legendary guitar collector’s home set to go under the hammer
Renowned Melbourne guitar collector Con Gallin’s rare English-style home is headed to auction this weekend in Melbourne’s east. See inside.
Zig Zag Winery offers budding buyers ‘wild’ business opportunity
A striking architecturally designed mud brick house and its sprawling 8.9ha property is giving vino lovers a chance to secure a dream home and business just an hour out of Melbourne.
Tradie star’s warning: Don’t trust The Block
An ex footy star turned builder who made money flipping homes throughout his career is telling Aussies to turn away from The Block, saying “don’t believe what you see.”
Aus’ top trainer selling huge Vic facility with two tracks and pools
The nation’s premier jumps racing trainer Eric Musgrove is preparing to farewell his Bass training facility, featuring two racing tracks, swimming pool for horses and much more.
Sam, Snezana Wood’s $6.6m Melb love nest revealed
The Bachelor Australia fan favourites Sam and Snezana Wood have unveiled their luxurious love nest — complete with an unusual feature in their huge gym.
22 Aussie areas where renters’ choices have doubled
Australia may be in the midst of a rental reset, as the number of vacant rental properties nationally has jumped to its highest level since July 2023.
Stubborn Aussie neighbours back in the spotlight
A stubborn Aussie family who has turned down millions and millions for their family home is in the headlines again.
Block judge’s $2m pay out in big move
The Block judge Marty Fox and wife Charlotte have settled a $2 million deal as all eyes are on what they will do with their new pay day.
Left behind: $46bn road map to help Vic’s forgotten residents
A multibillion-dollar plan to help hundreds and thousands of vulnerable Victorians has shown how the state’s planned housing boom is leaving one key demographic out in the cold.
Room for big boys toys at lavish Wallington lifestyle property
Garaging for 14 cars and resort-style surrounds lay the foundation for the good life at this contemporary home overlooking farmland.
Luxe Newtown home puts families in school zone picture
Skip the hassle of daily drop offs at this contemporary four-bedroom residence with a striking rammed earth wall and a swimming pool.
Holiday instead: $50k spend that’s wasted
If you’re thinking of blowing $50,000 on this, think again and maybe take a holiday instead.
Buyers treat themselves to epic Leopold home with VB bar
A 20-car garage and incredible man cave sealed the multimillion-dollar sale of this semirural lifestyle property after just one private inspection.
Belmont buyer first off the block as townhouse sells in days
A Geelong buyer trading inner city apartment for spacious Belmont townhouse was first through the door as a deal was wrapped up in days.
Crowd shocked by Broady auction’s astonishing price
A auction has captured national attention in Melbourne’s north, after fierce bidding pushed a home of three generations to a huge sum. Find out how much it sold for.
Melb renters ditching landlords in droves, surge in empty homes
Melbourne’s rental vacancy rate has risen almost 30 per cent in a year, but it’s not because we have more rental homes. Find out how they’re escaping.
Steph Claire Smith’s epic family retreat with golf course for sale
A sprawling Victorian estate owned by the family of Josh Miller and fitness influencer Steph Claire Smith is now up for sale. TAKE A PEEK
Cranbourne East home has handcrafted saloon and mancave
A home in Melbourne’s outer southeast with its own handcrafted saloon and mancave is ready to be snapped up by one lucky buyer. See inside
Great Gatsby-esque restoration oozes Hollywood glamour
A lifelong passion for collecting Art Deco pieces inspired the lavish transformation of a Newcomb house that amplifies its original 1930s character. See inside.
Five buyers fight for brand new Toorak pad with six-car garage
A showstopping garage, home theatre with its own bar, lift and infinity pool are among the inclusions in a brand new house that just sold, after being inspected by more than 175 buyers.
Young buyers’ drive adds $20K bonus for character home
A quaint character home in a leafy inner city pocket proved such an ideal start for young buyers that two groups keen to secure this address pushed it more than $20K above price hopes.
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