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There are currently five separate grants and schemes a first home buyer in Queensland might qualify for - two state, two federal, and a stamp duty exemption that sits alongside all of them. Several ca...

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Queensland First Home Buyer Grants and Schemes, 2026: The Complete Guide

The Reserve Bank met on 11 August and left the cash rate on hold at 4.35%, in line with market expectations. It's the outcome most economists had pencilled in, but it doesn't change the underlying pre...

RBA holds at 4.35%, what it means for your new home

New research from HomeLoanRates.com.au, analysis of the latest ABS Consumer Price Index data conducted by Primara Research, reveals the cost of building a new home rose 5.8% in the year to June 2026, ...

New home build costs climb 5.8%, the fastest in almost three years, as rate rises squeeze the supply pipeline

“New home sales in the month of April increased by 4.9 per cent despite rising interest rates and domestic and global uncertainty,” stated HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon. The HIA New Home Sales repor...

Confidence in new housing market remains

For many Australians, property investment can feel out of reach. It is often seen as something that requires years of saving, complex calculations, or specialist market knowledge. In practice, a well-...

How strategic property investment can help you grow wealth and buy the home you truly want

Financing a new home build works differently from purchasing an established property. Instead of a single loan settlement, construction projects usually involve staged payments, land purchases and len...

A buyer’s guide to financing a new home build

Rising land values and limited housing supply in established suburbs are forcing many buyers to reconsider how they secure a new home. Instead of choosing between renovating an ageing property or relo...

Knockdown rebuild or buying new: which path suits today’s home buyers?

The promise of building new is flexibility. Floorplans look adaptable, façades come in multiple styles, and display homes are presented as a starting point rather than a fixed template. But once you m...

Customising Your Plan: What builders will (and won’t) let you change before construction starts

Electric vehicle uptake is no longer a fringe consideration for homebuyers. For many, the question isn’t whether they’ll own an EV, but whether their next home will support one properly. In new estate...

EV Readiness: What it really takes to install a fast charger in a new home or apartment

Is there anything that warms your heart more than the perfect firewood glowing in a traditional fireplace design? But, did you know, there is an art to choosing the best wood for your fireplace? 
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How to Choose the Best Wood for Your Traditional Fireplace.

Nothing adds value to your home like a marble or stone fireplace. Marble or stone fireplaces are a high-end feature that also bring functionality to your home by allowing you to make any room more inv...

The Best Way to Maintain & Clean Your Marble or Stone Fireplace

  
If you're thinking of adding a stunning designer fireplace to your home, two of the most popular choices are wood-burning or gas fireplaces. Both types of fireplace can add a touch of grandeur, war...

Wood-Burning Fireplaces Versus Gas Fireplaces

Tips &amp; Tricks for Moving Interstate with Kids
No matter the reason, an interstate move can be a tough time for your family. Your kids can be hit harder by this than they might realise at first. Fo...

Tips & Tricks for Moving Interstate with Kids

Is there anything better than a fireplace with the perfect surround? Of course, there is the eternal question of gas vs wood fireplace. Gas fireplaces have many benefits, and in many ways, they offer ...

The Benefits of Gas Fireplaces

Are you staring at a tired old fireplace and wondering if it's easier to just brick it up? Updating and upgrading an existing fireplace doesn't have to be difficult. The misconception is you need to r...

How to Update & Upgrade an Existing Fireplace


Roller shutters are an incredible investment in the security and protection of your home. They offer protection from:

Theft and home invasion
Weather (rain, sun, cold)
Pests and insects
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How to Protect Your Home with Roller Shutters

There&rsquo;s a reason fireplaces continue to be a favourite architectural and design piece long after the invention of gas and electric heaters. We no longer need fireplaces anymore, but we still wan...

How to Style a Fireplace Mantel

   
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Gas fireplaces are an incredible addition to any household, adding add warmth, ambience, character. They're also safer and more convenient than wood fireplaces, and better at removing hazar...

What You Need To Know If You've Never Owned A Gas Fireplace Before

2019 is upon us which means we&rsquo;re about to look at a whole new set of design trends. If you&rsquo;re thinking about doing some redesigning, the fireplace is a great place to start. You could add...

The Hottest Fireplace Surround Style Trends for 2019

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