Real Estate

2 June 2026

Federal housing boost reaches Somerset

Housing growth across the Somerset region and wider Blair electorate is set to remain a major focus, with the Federal Government highlighting a series of housing and infrastructure programs aimed at increasing supply and helping more residents into h...

28 May 2026

From bucket list to reality

By Living Gems Moreton Bay When asked what’s on their bucket list this year, Ian and Elaine Davie have a clear answer — making the move to Living Gems Moreton Bay. For the long-time Moreton Bay locals, it’s not about starting over, but stepping into ...

24 May 2026

Lilywood project breaks ground

A $17 million lifestyle and recreation precinct is set to form the centrepiece of a new 296-home over-50s community in Lilywood, Waraba, amid growing pressure to deliver more diverse housing across Moreton Bay. Australian developer AVID Property Grou...

18 May 2026

Stamp duty savings boost Moreton buys

Moreton Bay North has emerged as one of Queensland’s busiest regions for first home buyers following the abolition of stamp duty on new homes, with hundreds of residents taking advantage of the savings to enter the property market sooner. According t...

11 May 2026

Calls for budget to boost housing supply

With the federal budget approaching, housing policy must prioritise supply and system efficiency to avoid worsening affordability pressures, according to Ray White Group Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee. Ms Conisbee said the budget needed to focus on ...

3 May 2026

Slow recovery for auction market

The preliminary auction clearance rate has recorded a modest rise since the Easter long weekend, rising to 58.9 per cent last week, one percentage point higher than the week prior and 3.5 percentage points higher than the Easter low (55.5 per cent). ...

29 April 2026

Blueprint to pave the way for 26k residents

A MAJOR planning blueprint set to reshape Morayfield South is one step closer to approval, paving the way for a future population of around 26,000 people. Moreton Bay Council has endorsed a planning scheme amendment covering the fast-growing area, wh...

27 April 2026

GemLife gets going at Beachmere

CONSTRUCTION has officially started on a major over-50s lifestyle community at Beachmere, set to deliver 335 new homes and hundreds of jobs in the growing Moreton Bay region. The $295 million GemLife Beachmere Waterfront project, located on a 62-hect...

27 April 2026

Boomers flock to Living Gems Moreton Bay

By Living Gems Moreton Bay For many Australians over 50, the idea of letting go of the family home can feel anything but simple. Between mortgage repayments, rising bills and the constant cycle of repairs and upkeep, it’s easy to feel like you’re run...