Demolition, tunnelling and new stations are on track on the government’s $6 billion-plus Cross River Rail project as major contractors pass critical project milestones this year. Eleven new worksites will be opened and 1500 workers employed as the project doubles in size with demolition at Roma Street and Albert Street, tunnelling starting between Woolloongabba to…
Brisbane’s city sanctuary a step closer
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…
