Top things to do in Bendigo One of the largest township in regional Victoria, Bendigo was founded in 1851 and now is home to over 120,000 people. It is also a very popular tourist destination and visited by many all year round. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Bendigo Town Hall Located in the heart of Bendigo this is one of the city’s greatest architectural achievements from...
What to ask yourself before buying a home. When buying a home, its among one of the most exciting lifestyle events you'll ever encounter. It is also a nervous one... Doing some research is important, while seeking advice is priceless! Here are a some helpful questions you should ask yourself when making the decision to purchase a home. What motivates you to buy a home? Understanding...
Top things to do in Epping Epping is an established suburb with over 33,000 people. It has fast evolved into a thriving location and has supported many lifestyles in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Pacific Epping Pacific Epping features over 230 stores with some of the largest retailers in Australia. It is known to be in the top ten largest...
Crime rates update ending Sept 2022. Here we summarise the latest state wide crime rates figures in Victoria, Melbourne. State wide figures The number of criminal incidents recorded by Victoria Police in the year to 30 September 2022 was 343,982, down 3.6% from 356,920 incidents recorded in the same period last year. The number of offences recorded by Victoria Police in the year 30...
Merry Christmas and a Happy NY! It has been another eventful year in 2022. We want to take this moment to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We thank all of our clients for trusting our service in helping them source a great property and look forward to extending our service to many new clients next year. Please stay safe, enjoy time with your loved ones and we will continue to...
Top things to do in Altona Altona is an established suburb located 13 kms from the Melbourne CBD (city). The suburb is situated within the City of Hobsons Bay. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Altona Beach Altona Beach has attracted many locals and tourists and regarded one the most popular beaches in the western suburbs of Melbourne. It holds a number of different sporting...
Seven-star energy rating for new homes. The Victorian Government recently announced a set of new building standard that are to take into effect from 1st October 2023 with a transition strategy to occur from 1st May 2023. These new changes will mean, new home owners will find it cheaper to heat and cool your property all year round. It is anticipated to be more comfortable to occupy, particularly against...
Common risks when building a custom home. When building your dream home, it can be both one of the most exciting times of your life and one of the scariest. Both for good reason. This can be a self rewarding experience provided you set out with good intentions and a realistic approach. For many homeowners, this isn’t always the case. In this market insight, we take the opportunity to share some...
Top things to do in Reservoir Reservoir is an established suburb located 11 kms from the Melbourne CBD (city). The suburb has seen a significant gentrification shift over the last decade which has in turn brought many new amenities to the area. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Summerhill Shopping Centre Summerhill Shopping Centre features 26 shops, which include Coles, ALDI,...
Historically, concrete flooring was seen in commercial and retail properties. They have been used for many decades, but there is a new trend popping up, particularly in Melbourne. Concrete flooring is making an appearance in residential homes. There are a number of benefits polished concrete flooring can offer you and you home. In this market insight we highlight some of them (in no...