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Renovators delight smashes reserve

THIS Cremorne Point home has been off the market since 1991 — and sold in a heated bid $155,000 over reserve.

New take on a classic

A 1920s red brick home for sale in Preston showcases an absolutely stunning modern renovation and extension.

Development prompts fears of Berry Springs pollution

A CONTROVERSIAL development in rural Darwin has locals concerned about potentially ”irreversible” pollution to popular Top End swimming spot Berry Springs

Forum to tackle NT seniors’ housing issues

A TERRITORY seniors’ representative is heading south in June to hear about views on housing issues affecting older Australians

Relax in luxury and style

ENJOY all the creature comforts at this stunning family home for sale in Wollert.

Cash splash sets $1.7m Chadstone benchmark

THE seven-figured sale of a Chadstone house has set a new benchmark for the suburb this year. Take a look at what $1.7 million will buy there.

Tennis champ hits property winner

WHEELCHAIR sports champion Dylan Alcott has celebrated a post-auction purchase, posting a photo outside with the caption “Kick ons at mine!”

Coolalinga/Freds Pass land plan ‘wrong’

THE PLANNING commission is trying to plan for a future for the Coolalinga/Freds Pass area that is unlikely to unfold, says a long-term rural resident and community advocate

Cop shop tender to NT firm

DESIGN work for the $26 million Palmerston Police Station has begun with the awarding of the tender to a Territory business

Peaceful and private

THIS home in Hollywood Close might not be among the bright lights in a big city, but buyers are likely to appreciate the tranquility this architect designed home provides. Take a look inside.

Family paradise hits the market

THIS Donvale property features a tennis court, theatre room, two cubby houses, inground trampoline, indoor swimming pool and sauna. Check it out.

Wake up to top views at The Edge

THIS pocket-sized suburb might have one of the northern beaches’ smallest headcounts, but its prices are far from tiny, and its ocean views are even bigger.

Neighbours score similar $1 million sales

A PAIR of neighbouring Burwood East houses have sold just $50,000 apart in back-to-back, $1 million dollar-plus auctions on the same night.

First-home buyers end hunt with early offer

A FIRST-HOME buyer couple has ended their house hunt with a pre-auction offer after they first set eyes on the property.

Investor snares Mt Macedon home

FIVE bidders have battled to a $507,000 price tag for a Mt Macedon house last sold for just $120,000 a quarter of a century ago.

Seven bidders battle for Diggers Rest house

SEVEN bidders have competed for a Diggers Rest renovator’s delight that was eventually snapped up by a first-home buyer for $435,000.

Glen Iris townhouse tops $1.5 million

A GLEN IRIS townhouse sold for $1.501 million on the final weekend of autumn has prompted speculation of a continued strong results in winter.

Rural-feel homes for sale in northeastern suburbia

BOTH minutes from Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, two rural-feel homes have just hit the market in our suburban northeast.

Grand design sets new benchmark

A PIANO-inspired example of contemporary design has topped $1.65 million in Pascoe Vale South, and demonstrated demand for high-end homes in the area.

How to know if you should invest

WHILE property is one of Australia’s most popular investments, many people feel uneasy taking the plunge. Experts say there are key issues would-be investors should consider to see if it’s right for them.

Queensland’s top housing hotspot

THIS Queensland suburb has topped the list of Australia’s housing hot spots, according to HIA.

No need to compromise

APARTMENT living doesn’t mean you need to be crammed into a tiny flat. From Art Deco to conversions these apartments offer plenty of space and style.

Chef flips his Bondi pad post-bub

CHEF Massimo Mele and partner Kristy Stewart have sold their Bondi apartment.

Cornell offloads Woollahra home

LIANA Cornell sold her Georgian-inspired, architect-designed Woollahra home ahead of Saturday’s scheduled auction through LJ Hooker agents Glen Irwin and Peter Yopp.

Popular northern suburb draws in bargain hunters

NORTHERN SPOTLIGHT: Which suburb in the Salisbury/Playford council area is drawing in the most bargain hunters?

Couple convert warehouse into stylish pad

WHEN mixed-media artist James Powditch and his graphic designer wife Diane Adair bought their Annandale home, it was just an empty shell of a warehouse.

Zimmermann’s new weekender

SIMONE Zimmermann, from the fashion company, and her husband, Michael Redmond, have bought a Palm Beach weekender.

Craigieburn townhouse equals house price

A CRAIGIEBURN townhouse has sold just $10,000 short of the suburb’s median house price after four bidders contested the home’s auction.

Rose Bay nest for Queenslander

SET to make his State of Origin debut, young Sydney Roosters prop Dylan Napa has bought his first Sydney property.

The new sought after suburb

HERNE Hill property sells $127,000 over reserve at hotly contested auction.

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Game, set, match Tennis champ hits property winner

WHEELCHAIR sports champion Dylan Alcott has celebrated a post-auction purchase, posting a photo outside with the caption “Kick ons at mine!”

Dream home Family paradise hits the market

THIS Donvale property features a tennis court, theatre room, two cubby houses, inground trampoline, indoor swimming pool and sauna. Check it out.

Expert advice How to know if you should invest

Easy living No need to compromise

APARTMENT living doesn’t mean you need to be crammed into a tiny flat. From Art Deco to conversions these apartments offer plenty of space and style.

Home run Victorian renters stay put longer

MOVING day doesn’t come around too often for Victorian renters, with new figures showing they stay put longer than most other Aussie tenants.

Property wrap Vendors’ $983K lucky day after pass in

OWNERS of a St Kilda Rd apartment toasted a huge windfall at the weekend after taking it off the market five years ago after it passed in below $680,000.

Auction wrap 1950s house earns $2m in first sale

AN Ex-Collingwood big man’s stylish Hawthorn home failed to sell as a dated Balwyn North property eclipsed its reserve by more than $500,000 at auction.