In the news this last week of Spring, Australian households dump gas for solar; investors gain confidence; and a look at pool safety devices
Solar energy accounted for just over half of renewable energy production last year, according to data released this week by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
The figures show that household use of energy fell by 3.4 per cent in the 2023-24 financial year, driven by a 15.1 per cent fall in natural gas usage.
First-time buyers are more likely than ever to consider an investment property as their first purchase, to build equity and generate income, new research shows.
The latest quarterly Mortgage Choice Home Loan Report has revealed that investment loans are outpacing owner-occupier growth in every region, with Western Australia and Queensland leading the charge.
Sales of new homes remain at three-year highs, new research shows.
The latest HIA New Home Sales report shows that the volume of new homes sold in Australia fell by 9 per cent in October 2025 but remains higher than in recent years.
Summer arrives on Monday, and the lure of the outdoors, cool gardens and a sparkling swimming pool becomes almost irresistible. What safety precautions can be taken, to ensure children are safe around water?
Expecting visitors over the holidays? Make space for everyone by creating definable sections in the rooms where people are most likely to gather.
Consider moving the couch so it ‘cuts off’ half the family room and forms a conversation pit with a couple of comfy chairs, leaving the rest of the room for the kids to play in. Move the television into a room of its own, for those who want to watch the cricket or a movie without disturbing conversations.
Two rescue cats living in New York now have their own pad within their owners’ apartment, launched in a post on their @loxandlottie Instagram account this week.
Nestled in a re-purposed storage cupboard, the cat pad features flooring made of cut-to-measure scratch pads, bunk beds, a comfy couch, standard lamp and a framed painting of a pigeon.
We have been retained by the following clients to locate suitable real property to satisfy their unique situation if you feel you can assist, please call me on 0477 000 798 or email me buyer@watermanpa.com.au Matt O’Donoghue
PROPERTIES WANTED
NOTE: All our purchases are pre-approved ready to go.
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WEST BEACH/WEST LAKES/GRANGE/HENLEY BEACH CLOSE TO BEACH
I have an investor looking to purchase a 3-4 bedroom, 2 bathroom property.
Looking for good capital growth and yields no less than 4%. Low maintenance
Minimum 750m2 –sub division potential
Budget up to $1.5m
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If you have something that may be of interest, call us today, our client is ready to purchase.
NOTE: All our purchases are pre-approved ready to go.
Matt O’Donoghue
Buyer Agent
0477 000 798
