A detailed masterplan for Brisbane’s newest park is a step closer with the Victoria Park Draft Vision released yesterday. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner revealed the masterplan which gives a clear picture of what Brisbane’s biggest park in 50 years can look like. “This is going to be a sanctuary in the city for residents and…
Large integrated mixed-use development proposed for Lutwyche
Bold plans have been submitted to council for the development of a large integrated mixed-use transit development known as ‘Lamington Markets’ which proposes to revitalise a vacant Lutwyche Road site leftover by the construction of the Inner Northern Busway. Developed by Marketplace Developments and designed by Conrad Gargett Architects, Lamington Markets is a catalyst development…
Middle Brisbane seeing strongest home price growth
The middle of the market in Brisbane is what’s now driving growth in property values as 2020 kicks off, according to the latest Home Values Index out Thursday. The Index saw Brisbane log a 0.7 per cent change in home value in December, to end 2019 with an annual rise in dwelling values of 0.3…
How to apply for the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme
January 1, 2020, has heralded a new year, a new decade — and the beginning of the PM’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme. Scott Morrison announced the scheme during the crucial last days of the May election campaign, stating it would allow first-time buyers to enter the market sooner by requiring them to save deposits…
Gold Coast’s most in-demand suburbs revealed
House hunters are dreaming of a life on the southern Gold Coast, new figures reveal. Search data collected by realestate.com.au shows Palm Beach was the most in-demand suburb for houses, with an average of 4366 views per listing in the past year followed by Burleigh Heads (4322) and Tallebudgera Valley (4159). Unit data painted a…
Lachlan Murdoch Buys Beverly Hillbillies Mansion
Lachlan Murdoch, son of media mogul Rupert Murdoch, has parted with US$150 million (A$216 million) for an estate in Los Angeles’ Bel Air neighbourhood, making it the most expensive home ever sold in the city. The estate, also known as Chartwell, which was picked up by Murdoch, chief executive officer of Fox Corp, and his wife Sarah, is…
