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Economy
Disappointment as Reserve Bank leaves rates on hold
Australia’s central bank has left indebted households and businesses waiting longer for much-needed relief with its decision to keep the cash rate unchanged.
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Economy
Queensland claims victory over NSW in the footy and in home sales
New Australian Bureau of Statistics data confirmed the Sunshine State has bragging rights with homeowners flocking to Queensland.
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Property
Apartment sales outperform houses in supply-starved market
Perfect storm of undersupply – with unit completions falling 40 per cent – and a development pipeline skewed in favour of luxury homes a worry for policymakers.
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Regulation
Clock ticking for conveyancers to be ready for AML reform – AUSTRAC
Regulator does not expect perfection on day one and recognises businesses are up against sophisticated criminals – CEO Brendan Thomas.
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Economy
Big bank shifts rate cut tip as retail sales disappoint
A slow start to the year for consumers continues, with weaker-than-expected retail sales a sign of “scarring” from a spike in inflation.
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Property
Billions locked in as deal secures Games’ future
Full funding for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games is locked and loaded with a deal brokered between the Queensland and federal governments.
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Practice
AFL great Luke Darcy on leadership lessons for conveyancers
The Western Bulldogs legend talked to practitioners about the way a new generation of leaders is more inclusive and supportive than ever.
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Property
Games to deliver gold for Gold Coast
Plans to host volleyball, beach volleyball, weightlifting, judo, wrestling, triathlon and hockey will be win for the beachside city.
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Property
Sydney’s legacy and lessons for the Brisbane Olympics
While the IOC technically awards the Games to a single city, the 2032 bid was more from South East Queensland.
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Economy
Perth property boom continues
Perth real estate’s double-digit growth since 2022 is not showing any signs of slowing.
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Property
Planning fast track for Brisbane Olympics
Legislation will allow the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority to override 15 major planning laws.
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Economy
Conveyancing in the corporate construction world
Castle Group’s Susan Aagesen shares her passion for property and the challenges and rewards that a career in conveyancing has brought.
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Economy
And The Winner Is… Brisbane!
While the Olympic Games are seven years away, investors and developers are lining up work out what it means for the state’s property market.
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Regulation
Seller Beware – of biggest shake-up to property law in 50 years
Architect of Queensland’s new seller disclosure laws says the reforms could boost trade for conveyancers.
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Regulation
QLD property law overhaul an incredible step forward
Sweeping reforms fix a “frightening” lack of seller disclosure obligations under existing state laws, high-profile conveyancer Kiani Mills says.
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Technology
New NSW government inquiry into competition in eConveyancing
Six MPs on the Legislative Council aired their views about the ongoing issues impacting the sector.
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Regulation
Australia’s property market set for boost due to tax and legal changes
Expert analysis of the law and tax changes in play from today with those at the coal face giving us the reality behind stamp duty reform, new tenancy laws and the new super tax on balances over $3 million.
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Economy
Better times ahead for economy, despite global woes
A major business forecaster is optimistic the pace of economic growth in Australia will accelerate over the next few years and overcome recent hurdles.
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Economy
Household wealth hit as Trump threatens super balances
Australian super balances have fallen for the first quarter since 2022, with funds warning of further risks posed by Donald Trump’s “America first” agenda.
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Property
Aussies want solar batteries but many feel overwhelmed
The cost and complexity of installing a solar battery is keeping some Australians from taking the plunge despite incentives, a study has revealed.
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Regulation
Couldn’t care less conveyancers face scrutiny on day-one of incoming AML reforms
We’re looking at people who are making no attempt to comply with the legislation, or people who are known to us already, AUSTRAC says.