Brisbane could be more expensive than Melbourne ‘forever’: Expert
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Brisbane has hit a fresh record home price with experts tipping it could stay more expensive than Melbourne ‘forever’.
Paddington’s Captain Cook Hotel, pub without pokies, sells for $6.6m
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Pubs and pokies baron Bruce Mathieson bought Paddington’s Captain Cook Hotel for more than $13m in 2022 — it’s just sold for half that, for a very good reason.
Read MoreJuly 2024 Newsletter
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NSW CPD updates
Industry updates: Sydney defies gravity smashing out a fresh home price record, Homeowners warned of looming ban on dangerous renovation product, Why it’s a better time to buy a home right now, National Property Manager’s Day!
Job Opportunities: Exciting opportunity for a part-time Property Administration Professional, located on the Sunshine Coast! Interested? Reach out to Gillian Gatt: gillian.gatt@AusDN.org.au
June 2024 Newsletter
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Mothers Day Giveaway Winner Announced!!
Industry updates: Cheap rentals drying up in Townsville, 100 granny flats a week: Families turn to ‘instant’ housing solution
Commercial updates: Brisbane CBD tower being sold by DWS Group could trade for $112m.
On the road again! Stay tuned for our upcoming Face-to-face classes!
NSW CPD updates: NSW Class 1 and Class 2 licensees can now complete their training with us online!
November 2023 Newsletter
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3 November 2023
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Industry updates: NSW strata sector updates October 2023 // NSW Government introduces strata sector reforms, extends existing property services commissioner role // National Association of Renters' Organisations launches report on principles for strengthening renters’ rights.
Disciplinary action: Former Victorian estate agent convicted over illegal transfers of client funds // Victorian estate agent facing disciplinary action for poor conduct // Western Australia Consumer Protection urges tenants to report racist behaviour after agent reprimanded and suspended // NSW Fair Trading publishes results from underquoting compliance inspections, confirms $52,800 in fines issued.
Legislative changes: South Australian government clarifies further commitments to improving housing outcomes for tenants and prospective tenants // Bill introduced to amend South Australia's Residential Tenancy Act.
NSW CPD updates: NSW Class 2 and Class 1 licensees can now complete their CPD training with us online! Plus more face-to-face classroom CPD options!
WA CPD: WA agents, don’t forget to enrol in and complete your CPD by 31 December 2023!
October 2023 Newsletter
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3 October 2023
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Industry updates: Consumer Affairs Victoria warns against failure to audit trust accounts // Queensland Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) continues to encourage tenants to enquire about outstanding bonds // Commercial news: Commercial real estate sector primed for strong growth in 2024, experts predict.
Disciplinary action: Victorian estate agent facing disciplinary action for poor conduct // Former Victorian estate agent convicted over illegal transfers of client funds // Western Australia Consumer Protection urges tenants to report racist behaviour after agent reprimanded and suspended // NSW Fair Trading publishes results from underquoting compliance inspections, confirms $52,800 in fines issued.
Legislative changes: Tasmanian agents, have your say on proposed changes to the Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal legislation by 4 October 2023.
NSW CPD updates: NSW Class 2 and Class 1 licensees can now complete their CPD training with us online!
September 2023 Newsletter
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1 September 2023
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Industry updates: NSW licensees in charge: Ensure assistant agents are qualified by March 2024 // NSW Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for multi-licence holders clarified.
Disciplinary action: Queensland Fair Trading charges Cairns real estate agent over 13 offences.
Legislative changes: Further reforms to rent bidding in NSW // Rent bidding illegal in South Australia from 1 September 2023 // New laws around minimum housing standards commence 1 September 2023 in Queensland.
August 2023 Newsletter
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4 August 2023
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Industry updates: NSW Government announces change to temporary accommodation access support people in crisis // NSW Government introduces rental commissioner role // Queensland Residential Tenancies Authority reports over 114,000 outstanding bond payments // NSW stock agent news: Sheep and goat electronic ID grants open for saleyards and processors
Disciplinary action: Victorian agents hit with over $500k in fines for underquoting // Consumer Affairs Victoria commences action against agency for practising while unlicensed.
Legislative changes: NSW Government engages community consultation for further changes to rental laws // No-cause evictions to be banned in South Australia.
July 2023 Newsletter
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7 July 2023
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Site-wide discount to celebrate World Chocolate Day! 🍫
Industry updates: Over $300,000 stolen from WA real estate trust account by scammers // Update on NSW rent bidding ban compliance.
Disciplinary action: NSW real estate agent sentenced to two years imprisonment following 121 counts of fraud // Former Victorian estate agents representative banned from industry for 10 years, fined $2,500 // Former Victorian agent sentenced for misuse of over $100,000 in trust money.
Legislative changes: Rent bidding banned in South Australia // New laws around rent increase frequency for Queensland commenced 1 July 2023.
Feature blog: ‘Protecting your real estate business from scam activity and fraud’.
June 2023 Newsletter
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20 June 2023
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Site-wide ‘End of Financial Year’ discount code!
Industry updates: Scammers target real estate and settlement industry trust accounts // Northern Territory 'Water Plan' announced, providing water security for Territory residents.
Disciplinary action: WA agency fined over failure to act in best interest of clients // Victorian estate agent prosecuted for alleged trust account misuse // Queensland agent sentenced to eight years in jail for fraud // Victorian agent jailed for trust account misuse.
Legislative changes: NSW portable bond scheme and further reform to recent laws around rent bidding // WA Consumer Protection announces changes to tenancy laws // South Australia rental reforms: An update on laws for renting with pets.
Important reminder: ACT CPD due 30 June 2023 for licence holders.
May 2023 Newsletter
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5 May 2023
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Site-wide Mother’s Day discount code!
Industry updates: NSW Fair Trading's recommendations for the handling of personal information and tenancy applications, Changes to NSW CPD for 2023-2024.
Disciplinary action: Unlicensed individual acting as WA agent ordered to pay over $23,000 in fines and costs.
Legislative changes: Rent increase limits and minimum housing standards for Queensland tenancies.
Important reminder: ACT CPD due 30 June 2023 for licence holders.
April 2023 Newsletter
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6 April 2023
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Site-wide Easter long weekend discount code!
Industry updates: WA Government reports $4 million in bond money waiting to be claimed by tenants and landlords.
Disciplinary action: Former Victorian agent faces over 900 charges relating to trust fund misuse.
Legislative changes: ACT tenancy reforms commenced 1 April 2023, Reforms to South Australian renting law officially underway.
Employment opportunity: Ingleburn NSW, Full-time Property Manager with Linkers Real Estate
