Top Suburb Hotspots to Watch in 2026
Canberra's housing market is set for a record-breaking 2026, with suburbs like Griffith, Barton, Yass, and Moruya emerging as hotspots for buyers seeking value, quality, and lifestyle.
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Newcastle Food Month 2026: City's Culinary Celebration Grows
Newcastle Food Month 2026 promises to be the most flavour-packed edition yet, featuring new signature events, expanded precinct dining, and strengthened commercial partnerships across the city.
Architects Push Heritage Protection in Canberra Housing Plans
Architects advocate for clearer planning rules to adapt existing homes, protecting Canberra's heritage amid 'missing middle' housing reforms. Submissions highlight concerns over character loss.
ASM Shares Double on $450M US Takeover Offer
Australian Strategic Materials' shares surged 115% after accepting a $450 million takeover from US uranium giant Energy Fuels, creating a major rare earths producer to challenge China's dominance.
Miss Amara Rug Sale: Up to 40% Off for Australia Day
Australian brand Miss Amara launches a massive Australia Day sale, offering discounts of up to 40% on its popular Instagram-favourite rugs, including washable and indoor/outdoor styles.
Test Team's Four-Day Success: A Model for Workplaces
Drawing inspiration from the Australian men's cricket team, this opinion piece argues for a four-day work week, citing benefits like increased productivity, employee wellbeing, and historical precedent.
Wollongong Hilltop Home with Ocean Views and Flexible Layout
A five-bedroom house at 23 Hilltop Avenue in Wollongong features sweeping ocean views, multiple living areas, and a layout ideal for multigenerational living, with a price guide of $1.4 million.
Rio Tinto Hits Iron Ore Record, Bows to China on Pricing
Rio Tinto achieves a record quarterly iron ore shipment from the Pilbara while confirming a shift to a Chinese pricing index, potentially impacting billions in revenue amid soft demand signals.
Perth Property Market Sees Early 2026 Deals
Perth's commercial property market starts 2026 strongly with major transactions including Wanneroo Markets, a hostel, and a former Bunnings site, attracting interstate and international investors.
Police Warn Owners of Insurance Risks in Tobacco Wars
Western Australian police issue a stark warning to property owners about potential insurance risks if tenants are involved in storing firebombed tobacco products.
UWA's The Tav Renovated, Grows with Clientele
The Tav at the University of Western Australia has completed a massive renovation, evolving to reflect the mature tastes of its long-standing clientele while preserving its iconic campus legacy.
Zen Hostel Opens in Townsville, Boosting Local Tourism
A new Zen Hostel has opened in Townsville, adding to a local businessman's growing holiday rental portfolio and aiming to attract budget-conscious travellers to the region.
Gus' Place Cafe Returns to Bunda Street in Canberra Hotel
The iconic late-night cafe Gus' Place will reopen at its original Bunda Street address within a new 10-storey hotel in Canberra's Garema Place, reviving a community landmark.
Big Splash Water Park Deadline Looms for New Owners
The ACT government has issued a final deadline for the Big Splash water park, with new owners taking possession just days before compliance is required.
High-Rise Plan for Canberra's Crash-Prone Roundabout
The National Capital Authority proposes 15-storey buildings around Hume Circle, a high-crash roundabout, to boost housing and align with Canberra's original vision.
Business Group Backs Cessnock Train Revival
Business Hunter supports a state government study to reintroduce passenger rail services between Cessnock and Maitland, citing population growth and existing infrastructure.
Wollongong Crane Count Hits Record High in Development Boom
Wollongong's skyline is transforming with 20 cranes now active across the region, marking the highest construction activity since 2019. Major projects include residential towers and the new Shellharbour Hospital.
Council and Iris Clash Over East End Conditions
Newcastle council and developer Iris Capital are in a legal dispute over public domain and design requirements for the final stages of the East End project, with both sides accusing each other of unreasonable demands.
Geelong Agency Denies Hiding House Suicide from Buyers
A Geelong real estate agency has firmly rejected allegations that it failed to disclose a suicide at a Newtown property to emergency services and potential buyers, sparking a debate over transparency in property sales.
Geelong Sees 700 New Businesses Launch as Major Brands Arrive
Greater Geelong experiences a surge with nearly 700 new businesses launching, attracting major brands and boosting the local economy through innovation and job creation.
Education Vital for Small Business Success in Peel
The Peel Chamber of Commerce identifies education, strategic planning and local engagement as crucial factors for small business success in 2026, based on recent regional survey findings.
January Back-to-Work Blues Hit Australians in 2026
Australian workers are experiencing heightened January back-to-work blues in 2026, with experts citing post-holiday stress and economic pressures as key factors affecting workplace morale and productivity.
Adelaide Rent Hits Record High Amid Regional Spikes
Adelaide's rental market has reached a new peak in affordability crisis, with regional areas also seeing sharp increases, prompting warnings from housing advocates.
Paramount Cuts Ten's Adelaide Sales Team, Moves to Melbourne
Network Ten's Adelaide commercial team, including sales boss Cameron Mudge, has been made redundant as Paramount relocates operations to Melbourne, impacting local media jobs.
Erina Fair Sells in $895M Deal, Biggest Mall Sale in 15 Years
Erina Fair, the Central Coast's largest shopping centre, has been acquired by Fawkner Property for $895 million in the most expensive full-interest mall transaction in 15 years. Discover the details and market implications.
New Mountain Bike Festival for Cairns After Crankworx
Cairns replaces the departing Crankworx festival with a new international mountain bike event, securing the region's status as an adventure sports hub. Discover the details and economic impact.
Reach tightens grip on WA Murchison gold with new lease
Reach Resources expands its Murchison South gold project near Payne's Find, securing a second mining lease to consolidate its position on the Primrose Fault as gold prices surge. Key results expected soon.
EB Games Dapto Mall closure signals gaming retail shift
The closure of EB Games in Dapto Mall reflects a major industry trend away from physical game sales. Discover how digital spending is transforming the Illawarra's retail landscape.
Rental stress explodes across Australian capitals
New data reveals rental affordability has hit its worst level since 2008. Discover which cities are under the most pressure and what income you now need to stay afloat.
Wesfarmers blames Priceline franchisee collapse on debt spree
Wesfarmers says it was forced to put Australia's largest Priceline franchisee into receivership after discovering it used high-cost debt to buy stores while failing to pay bills. Read the full details.
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