Hundreds of homes and businesses on 90 Mackay streets could be at risk as new flood maps predict a dire future for coastal properties from Bowen to Clairview. But Mackay’s Mayor says the data is alarmist and flawed.
Want a piece of Thor memorabilia? Straight from a blockbuster movie set, this decommissioned plane is right at home in the backyard of a Queensland property. But how did it end up there?
A 2022 rise in the official interest rate might be just speculation for now — but a big shift in the past 90 days may indicate that it may be coming sooner than expected. Here’s what to do to be prepared.
Aspiring cowboys born in the wrong era have a rare opportunity to live out their old Wild West fantasies, thanks to this listing for an entire town.
From mining towns to coastal enclaves and leafy city suburbs, there are 70 house and 36 unit locations across Queensland where house prices are cheaper now than they were a decade ago.
Households in nearly 400 Queensland suburbs now need to earn more than $100,000 after tax a year to live and pay the mortgage, with affordability nationally the ‘worst on record’. SEARCH THE INTERACTIVE
A two year saga over the pending sale of a rural church has sparked debate in council chambers, with councillor Glenda Mather saying the council was throwing money at “something that really hasn’t got any value as far as the community goes because nobody wants it”.
Queensland’s crippling rental crisis has left vacancy rates below 1 per cent in a staggering 40 local government areas, with availability in one city shrinking to just 0.1 per cent, or effectively zero. SEE HOW BAD THINGS ARE IN YOUR REGION
Aussie real estate is a hot commodity for international buyers, despite closed borders for much of 2021. See the countries with the most buyers trying to get in, and where they are looking.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have quietly sold their sprawling celebrity hotspot penthouse for a whopping sum, making a nearly $10m profit.
Famed hip hop legend Notorious B.I.G.’s well-renowned New York City apartment has landed a buyer for thousands more than expected. See what it looks like now.
Rich Dad Poor Dad author and owner of more than 8000 properties Robert Kiyosaki has warned of an imminent financial disaster and how Aussies can navigate it.
Property owners in Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday have been laughing all the way to the bank in the past 12 months with some average price rises topping 25%. Find out where the biggest jumps have been.
The price of blocks of land in one of Queensland’s cheapest towns has quadrupled in just a month, after soaring demand saw its council put sites out to public auction. SEE WHAT TOWNS MADE THE LIST
A coastal property that was reported to have caught the eye of Chris Hemsworth has changed hands, settling a long running rumour about the Hollywood actor’s plans for a big move.
While Julia Roberts spends her New Year in Australia, its been revealed that she recently bought a five-storey century-old Victorian Revival-style home in San Francisco.
An entire mountain in QLD has hit the market for the first time – close to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail – with wild koalas, kangaroos and native birds.
After a recordbreaking year for real estate, Queensland is on the cusp of more double digit growth. Here’s what the experts predict will happen across the property spectrum.
Queensland’s top-selling suburbs of 2021 have been revealed, and it is homeowners in the regions that are skipping all the way to the bank. Does your suburb make the list?
A woman has revealed how she managed to nab a two-bedroom home by trading up items, starting with an item worth less than $1.
Baby Boomers have revealed what luxurious demands will tempt them into a retirement village. SEE THE LIST
They are the Queensland suburbs where median house prices have fallen since the pandemic began. And while some are not too far from some of the hottest markets, it would seem the secret is out.
Queensland richlister Therese Rein has cashed in big time on investments she made in Noosa, selling multiple blocks in a row for over $10m and buying two more homes for over $8m.
After peaking in popularity during the ‘60s and ‘70s, motels fell out of favour. But in post-pandemic times, the modest motel is ticking plenty of boxes, especially for smart DIY investors. Here’s why.
More than a third of Australia’s ‘supercharged’ property suburbs are located in the Sunshine State, with Queensland the ‘go-to’ state for high-net buyers with $10m-plus to splash.
A four-storey home with sea views that sold for $1.275 million is the latest in a string of high-end sales for the coastal town of Yeppoon. Local agents have never been busier. See what you get for your money here.
A property nicknamed the “Crack House” has sold for a price that left locals stunned, but it was also a sad day for the community.
‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ fans can now bunk at the “Tranquillum” wellness centre in Byron Bay — where the new retreat-turned-cult thriller starring Nicole Kidman was filmed.
Should I buy or sell first? When’s a good time to buy? What’s a good property to purchase? How do I buy at auction? Experts answer these questions – and more.
From a suburb once considered a burglary hotspot to gentrifying industrial hubs and outback towns – check out the Queensland suburbs where property values have shot up.
Judge Neale Whitaker says one team’s brown bathroom reminds him of an old-fashioned public toilet and could go as far as to cost them the competition.
First-home buyers could have to wait a jaw-dropping amount of time to save the deposit needed to get on the property ladder, new research reveals.
Wealthy families are lining up to check out Hawks great Shane Crawford’s Brighton estate, with three features in particular drawing them in.
From Cairns to the Gold Coast, families are cashing in their first homes and upgrading to bigger houses thanks to low rates. Here is where to spend your $750,000 to $1.5 million budget.
The Queensland property market is red hot, but there are still suburbs and housing options where first home buyers can get their foot on the real estate ladder in every market. See the list.
Where should buyers or investors in Rockhampton, Gladstone, and Emerald direct their cash?
From beachfront homes to acreage properties, the $700,000 “benchmark figure for Aussie property” gets you more bang for your buck in regional Queensland. SEE WHERE TO LOOK
We’ve put together a map of the most haunting places in the triangle between Bowen, St Lawrence and Clermont. It’s spooky enough to give Bermuda a chill.
CoreLogic’s quarterly rental review for June showed a staggering increase in rent across the the Central Queensland region. Find out how the area compares to the rest of the country.
A range of different sized lots are available, with the biggest being up to 1300 sqm.
Property valuers have also provided insight into what’s to come for the regions of Gladstone, Rockhampton and Emerald in Herron Todd White’s Month in Review for June 2021.
Five regional centres have fewer than 50 rental properties available right now as the state’s housing crisis shows no signs of letting up.
Herron Todd White property valuers discuss which sectors of the market offer good buying compared to others at present.
These are the top five countries buying up Australian farms, as those owned by foreign entities in Queensland are revealed.
House prices soared in 710 suburbs across Queensland over the last three months, with over half of the top performers located in the regions. How does your region rate? SEARCH YOUR SUBURB IN OUR INTERACTIVE
A Central Queensland family purchased the large property, which attracted many registered bidders.
The federal government has established a reinsurance pool aimed at reducing costs over a 10-year span.
The home boasts a customised cinema room and full level dedicated to the main bedroom, walk in wardrobe and ensuite.
The land was sold in December 2020
Sunshine Coast property agent Mark McGill has been highlighted as an industry trailblazer after he picked up a perfect score and national award at the realestate.com.au AREAs.
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