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Where does the state of WA stand?
The sentiment of ‘at least Western Australia is doing better than over east’ has saturated the public conscience, despite only being the third most affordable property market in the country behind the Australian Capital Territory and Northern Territory, according to Real Estate Institute of Australia data.
But beyond the numbers, how exactly does Perth compare to its counterparts and is it really Australia’s El Dorado for real estate?
Satellite cities in Australia? Suburban hubs orbiting the urban core
As major cities in Australia have grown to burst, cleverly planned satellite cities – also known as second CBDs – have risen to alleviate the strain such as Geelong in Melbourne and Sydney-adjacent Parramatta.
In the Perth metropolitan area, the City of Joondalup has been heralded as its only and successful example of this – but how does its performance compare to its eastern states counterparts and is Perth in need of a smaller sibling?
New line on track to improve connectivity
The 21km Metronet Morley-Ellenbrook line is set to officially open tomorrow Sunday December 8, starting at Bayswater Station and travelling through five new stations at Morley, Noranda, Ballajura and Whiteman Park to Ellenbrook.
However, for a city as spread out as Perth and so reliant on public transport to traverse those distances, what does improved infrastructure like train access mean for property prices?
Unlocking lazy land potential
We are often told to work smarter not harder or to get the most bang for our buck – and the same can be said of the way land is utilised for residential use.
This is principle is particularly salient in today’s market, where metropolitan land is rising towards a premium and Western Australia cannot afford to let the sleeping dog – known as ‘lazy land’ – lie any longer.
Desirability in medium density
The strength of a stakeholder is found in their ability to adapt to changes in the market – and amidst the dramatic shifts on Perth’s real estate stage, Western Australians are rising to the occasion.
Preventing gender-based psychosocial violence in the workplace
While a focus on physical safety is paramount to any workplace, the psychological wellbeing of employees should never be overlooked, particularly in industries with systemic gaps in gender representation and diversity.
How to celebrate diversity at work
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace require more than ticking checkboxes and warm fuzzies – in practice, these policies can elevate your business, improve company morale and give your business a competitive edge.
Growing togetherness
Founded in 1996 and growing to almost 800 locations Australia-wide, Community Gardens Australia is a network of local green thumbs putting their hands together to cultivate a sense of connectedness in the roots of their own communities.
Support for healing
From our mothers and sisters to our co-workers and friends, it is important to protect the amazing women in our lives.
However, for those facing violence in their own homes with nowhere to turn, the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing is there to lend a helping hand.
Main road home pros and cons
For properties situated on a main road, there are a number of compromises to be made depending on the main road itself, and these all factor into how your lifestyle and investment in one of these properties can pan out.
Making a shift to canopies or the coast
Making a tree change to rural forests or a sea change to a beachside home saw a significant increase during COVID-19 and has not abated despite current market volatility.