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  • It’s a different sort of downturn

    Nerida Conisbee, Ray White Chief Economist House price growth is definitely slowing. However, conditions in the final quarter of 2024 are continuing to show a two speed housing market. And like any change in market conditions, at a city level, they have very different drivers. There are two distinct markets … Read more

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  • Things To Consider When Choosing To Self Manage

    By Commissioner for Body Corporate and Community Management on November 13th, 2024 The rising cost of living within Queensland has lot owners questioning how far their wallets can stretch. Many of our clients have been calling and asking what is involved with self-management. Bodies corporate are not required under the legislation to … Read more

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  • Generation Shift

    Nerida Conisbee Ray White Group Chief Economist What leads to some suburbs being more popular with younger buyers than others? Suburbs have a pretty standard timeline. New homes are built, young families move in, those families age. Then the next generation moves in. But not all established areas experience the … Read more

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  • Flight to affordability as mortgage fatigue sets in

    Nerida Conisbee Ray White Group Chief Economist The Australian housing market is experiencing a notable shift, with affordability driving unexpected trends across different property types. Affordable house price growth is now outpacing the luxury market. While the opposite is now occurring for apartments. The traditional outperformance of luxury homes in … Read more

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  • Auction data showing signs of a slowing market but there is exception

    Nerida Conisbee Ray White Group Chief Economist Nationally, auction numbers are up, the number of people actively bidding is falling and this is causing a fall in clearance rates. All of this adds up to a slowing market, and price moderation or even falls. However, this does ignore that there continues … Read more

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  • Solar panels a boost for Collinsville community

    Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins today officially opened the new solar array at the Collinsville Water Treatment Plant (WTP). Mayor Collins said the Collinsville Efficient Resilient Solar Program, which was jointly funded by Council and the Australian Government, was a valuable project for the Collinsville and Scottville communities. “Close … Read more

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  • With a rate cut imminent, what would be the impact on house prices?

    Nerida Conisbee Ray White Group Chief Economist With inflation now edging towards three per cent and markets are now pricing in potentially four rate cuts next year, it is possible that we will see a rate cut before the end of the year. With Australian house prices remaining highly divergent between … Read more

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  • Vineyard to Reef direct flights take off

    Next Father’s Day imagine your dad living the dream by sipping world-class Shiraz in the Heart of the Barossa Valley at lunch, and by sunset, swimming in the Coral Sea in the Whitsundays, Heart of the Great Barrier Reef. This idyllic escape is now a reality with the first direct … Read more

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  • Are homebuyers ignoring environmental risks?

    Nerida Conisbee Ray White Group Chief Economist Many of us love homes with great views and access to nature. Beachfront properties, riverside homes, and bush retreats are always in demand. But these desirable locations are often the most vulnerable to climate change. Beaches face rising seas, rivers may flood more … Read more

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  • Commercial Tenant Spotlight – Edition Three: Zambrero Cannonvale

    For over 8 years, Zambrero Cannonvale has proudly served the Whitsunday community with delicious, convenient Mexican-inspired food; including burritos, bowls, tacos, nachos and more. Their menu is fully customisable, so you can enjoy your meal the way you like it. With 5 different fillings, 4 salsas and 7 sauce options, … Read more

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