Bidders return as clearance rates soften
Ray White’s auction data showed the national clearance rate eased again last week, but the headline number is telling only half the story.
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Local hyper-specialist Sam Thompson joins Ray White Northern Beaches
Ray White Northern Beaches has strengthened its local footprint with the appointment of highly regarded property specialist Sam Thompson to its growing Mona Vale office.
Leading the charge in the Central West
When the final whistle blew at 14 - 12, it was a huge moment for the Barcaldine Sand Goannas.
Award-winning Granite Belt brewery business for sale
A landmark tourism and hospitality staple in Queensland’s premier wine and food region is officially looking for its next owner.
Kedron family say goodbye to first home filled with childhood firsts
When Natalia and Wade Hobbs bought their Kedron home back in 2015, it was affectionately described as a "red brick box" - complete with a brown sunroom and green stripes.
The latest Shaun Lockyer trophy home hits the market
One of Brisbane's most respected real estate identities has listed his brand new high end family home and handed the keys to Brisbane’s top prestige agent to market his prized home.
Professional football player channels drive into becoming top agent
When he was eight years old, Ray White Mill Park agent Robert Stambolziev dreamed of being a professional football player, and just seven years later he shipped off overseas to begin his football career.
Rushcutters Bay home built by aviation pioneer hits the market with $7m guide
A rare slice of Australian aviation history is set to change hands, with the Rushcutters Bay terrace built and lived in by pioneering inventor and explorer Lawrence Hargrave heading to auction on 6 August with a $7 million guide.
Top Northern Beaches trio joins Ray White in major values-led move
In a major alignment of local expertise and values, three of the Northern Beaches' most respected real estate figures, Kylie Segedin, Melissa Pease and Josephine Cowling, have joined forces with Ray White Northern Beaches.
WA’s real estate powerhouses join forces
Two of Western Australia's most successful real estate leaders are joining forces, with Ray White Dethridge Groves merging with Ray White Dalkeith | Claremont.
Why residential investors won’t rush to commercial property
The 2026 Budget is poised to change everything for residential landlords. However, we aren’t expecting an overnight pivot to commercial. I’ve been selling and leasing commercial property on Sydney’s city fringe for many years. In that time, I’ve watched countless residential investors eye off warehouses, retail strips and office suites, only to walk away muttering … […]
Haberfield Heritage Conservation Area and developer implications
To understand why Haberfield is so tightly protected today, you need to understand what it actually is and what it was designed to be. Haberfield: The garden suburb that changed Australian planning In 1901, Richard Stanton purchased roughly 50 acres from the Ramsay family and set about doing something genuinely unusual. Sydney had recently suffered … […]
Exploring leasing ideas for the Sydney City Fringe
From warehouses to shop tops, Sydney’s city fringe is full of properties with untapped potential. Here are a few alternative uses worth thinking about.
The Haberfield lifestyle premium: not just four walls
Why do Haberfield homes command a premium? Low supply, heritage streetscapes, Italian soul, top schools, and just 6.5km from the CBD.
Inherited Sydney fringe commercial property: where to start
Inheriting commercial property in the Sydney City Fringe is rarely something people plan for. Unlike inheriting a family home, commercial property often comes with unfamiliar terminology, legal obligations, tenants, leases and decisions that feel high-stakes from the outset. For many families, the biggest challenge is not deciding what to do with the property, but knowing … […]
Student housing in the Sydney city fringe and why it is having its moment
Student housing is reshaping Sydney’s city fringe. Why demand, yields and planning shifts are prompting owners to rethink their property strategy.
Ideal commercial properties for first-time investors in Sydney city fringe
First-time commercial investor? Explore ideal city-fringe property types in Sydney, from shop-tops to industrial units and small offices.
What makes a strong commercial investment on the Sydney City Fringe?
When people talk about commercial property on the edges of the Sydney CBD, you’ll often hear the same suburbs mentioned over and over again: Surry Hills, Redfern, Chippendale, Camperdown, Pyrmont and parts of the Inner West. These areas have long been known for their character buildings, creative communities and café-lined streets. But what really makes … […]
Sydney City Fringe profile: Petersham
Petersham is one of those inner-west suburbs where neighbourhood character still drives commercial value. If you’re investing or preparing to sell, think of Petersham as a mix of two narratives: a tight, walkable village strip (Stanmore Road / Audley Street / New Canterbury Road) that supports retail, cafés and personal services, and a quieter fringe … […]
Retail property on the Sydney city fringe: why it still matters
Retail property in the Sydney City Fringe: insights on shop tops, restaurants/cafés and Parramatta Road exposure for city fringe investors.
