by Matilda Meikle | Jan 16, 2024 | Environment, Property
The government has announced $206 million in funding for energy upgrades on social and low-income households Today, the Federal and NSW state governments announced they will support energy saving upgrades by delivering a $206 million package for the hottest and...
by Matilda Meikle | Nov 21, 2023 | Property
Australians are being urged to respect the risk of asbestos exposure and ensure they are staying safe. This week (20-26 November) is National Asbestos Awareness Week. As part of the week-long program, the Asbestos Education Committee is asking all home-owners, tradies...
by Matilda Meikle | Oct 23, 2023 | Environment, Property
Experts are warning there’s another dangerous bushfire season ahead, meaning home-owners need to make sure they are covered by their insurance. Following a disastrous 2022 bushfire season, the AFAC is predicting another year of above average temperatures and below...
by Matilda Meikle | Oct 4, 2023 | Property
Housing supply continues to be impacted by Australia’s cost of living crisis. New data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics suggests that Australia will need to significantly increase its housing supply to meet demands from a growing population over the...
by LJ Charleston | Jun 8, 2023 | Property
As the “great Australian dream” of home ownership is slipping further away from most of us, the federal government recently expanded the criteria of the Home Guarantee Scheme. These new measures, which actively address the ongoing housing crisis, include changes to...
by LJ Charleston | Jun 5, 2023 | Property
The dream of owning a home has become increasingly elusive for first home buyers (FHBs), and experts point to Australian government intervention during the COVID-19 pandemic as a significant factor. A recent study on FHBs highlights the potential consequences of...