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Hotspots • 02 Mar 2026

Mid-sized capitals soar as Sydney and Melbourne stall

Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide remain top opportunities for investors, as mid-sized cities continue delivering strong value growth despite rate rises cooling the broader...

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Hotspots • 17 Feb 2026

Forget bedrooms and bathrooms: Living areas hold the key to property values

While bedrooms and bathrooms once drove value, kitchens and living areas now play a pivotal role, as buyers more carefully assess the spaces they use most.

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Hotspots • 16 Feb 2026

Thinking of selling? The lowest and highest agent rates revealed

Agent fees vary widely across the country, with sellers in some suburbs paying nearly double what others do. Here are the lowest and highest commission rates.

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Hotspots • 12 Feb 2026

Brisbane's Top 10 Surge Suburbs Pre-Olympics

Explore Brisbane's top 10 surge suburbs ahead of the 2032 Olympics, highlighting key infrastructure upgrades, growth drivers, and investment hotspots poised for strong...

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Hotspots • 10 Feb 2026

Brisbane property market update, January 2026

January is usually a softer month for housing markets. Sales volumes are lighter, many decision makers are still shaking off the festive season, and it can feel like the...

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Hotspots • 02 Feb 2026

SA deal unlocks thousands of homes for first home buyers

South Australian first home buyers will benefit from an $800 million deal that unlocks thousands of new homes, improving their chances of entering the property market.

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Hotspots • 29 Jan 2026

Perth, Brisbane, and Darwin to headline double-digit price growth in 2026

Properties in Perth, Brisbane, and Darwin are tipped to see a year of double-digit value growth in 2026, despite the uncertainty around the cash rate decisions of the...

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Hotspots • 13 Jan 2026

Entry-level homes outperform as first home buyer scheme stokes competition

Since its launch, the first home buyer scheme has driven stronger demand and faster price growth for lower-priced properties nationwide, outpacing higher-priced homes...

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Hotspots • 12 Jan 2026

Brisbane property market update, December 2025

Brisbane finished 2025 with a clear message – momentum has remained intact, even as the market started to “exhale” into the Christmas break, writes Melinda...

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Hotspots • 03 Jan 2026

Koongal: Where affordability meets high returns

With strong rental yields, rapid recent growth, and affordable entry points, Koongal stands out as a smart choice for investors seeking reliable returns, according to...

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