As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite, Aussies are spending less on holiday accommodation. Over the past year, demand for Airbnb and short-term rental (STR) accommodation has remained strong, but average prices have declined from 2023 rates. Seiko Ma, managing director of Bodhi Tree Group, stated that the cost-of-living crisis is likely causing Australian holiday-makers […]
Report stresses region’s housing predicament and offers potential solutions A new report from a Sunshine Coast-based property consultant has warned that housing supply must double within eight years to prevent long-term economic and social repercussions. According to the Sunshine Coast Property Market Update, compiled by Optiwise Property Group, the region has a severe undersupply of […]
New home sales rise 11 per cent year-on-year, driven by Queensland and South Australia New home sales in Australia have increased by 11.1 per cent in the three months to July 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to the latest HIA New Home Sales report. HIA Economist Maurice Tapang said the figures […]
Stunning day for an Open Home Open Home 4 Century Court Mount Coolum. Stunning 4 bed Qieenslander with genuine dual living. Ocean and Mountain Views! 11am -11.45am. Beautiful Day!
Found a dog Buderim Found this strapping young man on St Martin’s terrace in Buderim. Unfortunately no collar and no identification. Anybody having any idea of owners please contact me asap. JAZ
Stage 1 of multibillion-dollar direct rail project gathers momentum The next steps have been taken to make a heavy rail line on the Sunshine Coast become reality. An information centre and satellite office has been established, tenders have been released and geotechnical investigations are starting for Direct Sunshine Coast Rail. Stage 1 of the project, […]
Amenities building and sealed car park proposed for popular hiking destination Moves are being made to introduce a range of new facilities at the base of a Sunshine Coast mountain that attracts 200,000 people a year. Sunshine Coast Council has commissioned a consultant to complete preliminary design options for providing an amenities building and a […]
Stark sign Australian interest rates will be cut: ‘Priced in’ Economist Stephen Koukoulas believes the writing is on the wall for Australia to finally start bringing down interest rates. Where to start!? There is a lot going on in the economy and for interest rate settings around the world, all of which have an important […]
Almost 500 jobs on offer for planning, design and construction of sports centre A milestone has been reached towards building a $142 million facility for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Expressions of interests for the managing contractor (construction) and principal consultant (design) have officially been released to the market for the Sunshine Coast Indoor […]
Residents granted more time to comment on plans aimed at addressing housing dilemma Locals have been given more time to have a say on proposed planning scheme amendments in a famous holiday town. Residents now have until Sunday, July 28, to provide feedback on mooted changes to the Noosa Plan, including initiatives to rezone areas […]