COASTLINE ISSUE #8 BY LJ HOOKER

Issue 8

Lifestyle & Property magazine

MAYORS MESSAGE LOCAL NEWS BUSINESS DIRECTORY ART & CULTURE WHAT’S ON SUPPORT & BUY LOCAL

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A belated happy new year & welcome to 2019!

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e are excited to kick off the new year with our eighth edition of Coastline, our property & lifestyle magazine. The magazine now covers a greater geographical area to align with our business expansion into the Coolangatta Tweed region in 2018. We are now servicing the Southern Gold Coast as well as Northern NSW, so we look forward to sharing some of the things we love about our local areas.

Christmas and New Year period brought with it beautiful weather, plenty of events and an influx of more than one million visitors to our coastline. International and interstate travellers got to see our beautiful attractions and remarkable lifestyle. The Gold Coast is one of the fastest growing cities in Australia. Recent statistics released by the local council indicate that our population has grown by an additional 30,000 than the original prediction over the past two years.

Our International Airport is undergoing major expansion which will continue to bring investment from around the world. We have beautiful beaches, clean air, restaurants, cafes, schools, universities, hospitals, and an increasingly popular social scene.

Employment opportunities are becoming more abundant and we are becoming known as Australia’s innovation hub. Modern technology allows many of us to work from anywhere nowadays, so we are starting to see more and more owner-occupiers moving to the area in addition to the traditional investor segment. With all these features, who wouldn’t consider a sea-change?

Despite recent slowing of the Sydney and Melbourne markets, we expect our local market to continue to perform well this year. Activity and population growth bring demand, as people see good value in our area relative to our capital cities. Interest rates are still at an all-time low and indications are that this will not change anytime soon.

Developers have jumped on the bandwagon, recognising that the Southern GC is where people want to live due to its amenities and lifestyle.

On the ground, our January open home numbers have picked up again after the usual end of year festive break. Our data reflects this with property prices continuing to rise across our major local markets. All in all, we are looking forward to a busy year ahead!

Best Wishes

Dan Alexander

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M A Y O R ’ S

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ART AND CULTURE— KEY TO OUR “STORY” I

spend a lot of time and energy selling our city

to know that many of those early morning and

locally, nationally and internationally.

mid-afternoon vehicle movements are related to

This year will be a watershed year for our city.

school drop-offs and pick-ups.

We will see the development of our city’s

In many cases, it may be that parents can

cultural heartland go to the next level with

accompany their children on the short walk to

the green bridge, and art gallery, both under

school each morning. This sends a powerful

construction at Evandale.

message to their children that active-travel can be

The world’s great cities thrive when they

a part of their lives. It is also a great time to chat

embrace their art and cultural identity and we

with your kids without the distraction of driving.

are doing that at the Home Of the Arts (HOTA).

Council is working on a suite of active-travel

Art and culture brings people together, attracts

options to help promote alternative choices for

tourists and allows a city to promote its unique

everyone.

qualities to the world. I can’t wait to see the green

We have committed to investing our share

bridge completed this year, and the gallery in

in Light Rail Stage 3A – from Broadbeach to

2020.

Burleigh – as the uptake of passengers on light

Culture aside, the No 1 issue I am currently

rail has exceeded all expectations. That important

hearing about is traffic.

connection is due to start construction next year.

As Mayor, I chair the annual budget and I

My annual budget survey is out today and I

commit to ensuring we continue to invest heavily

encourage every Gold Coaster to go online and

in providing residents with options like public

have their say as to how we can best spend the

transport and active travel as well as investing

city’s $1.5 billion annual budget. Go to: www.

millions on local road repairs, extra slipways, new

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routes and road widening to manage the increase of vehicles in our city.

Every resident has a vital part to play in this challenge. I encourage parents, workers, visitors

Tom Tate

and businesses to work with us as we promote

Mayor Gold Coast

active-travel alternatives across the city. We have more than 1000 kilometres of cycle ways in our city and I encourage people to consider riding to work if it is convenient.

You only have to look at the huge reduction of traffic on our roads during school holidays

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What's On CURRUMBIN COMMUNITY MARKET Where: Opposite Currumbin RSL Time: 6:00 - 11:00am The Currumbin Community Markets are held every Thursday morning from 6:00am to 11:00am in the park opposite Currumbin RSL. The week-day farmers market gives locals the opportunity to buy fresh seasonal produce direct from local farmers in a convenient location.

For more details, please phone Currumbin Community Markets on 0401 953 819.

THE GREEN MARQUEE MARKET Where: 639 Currumbin Creek Road, Currumbin Valley Time: 2:00 - 7:00pm Website: www.thegreenmarquee.com The Green Marquee is an eco-market, ideal for those seeking all things green, fresh, environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Held from 2pm- 7pm on the second Saturday of every month in Currumbin Valley, The Green Marquee has a focus on showcasing environmentally friendly businesses that are handmade, natural, eco-friendly, sustainable, recycled and locally made.

With everything from homewares to fashion, art and beauty, the market also features coffee, food trucks, live music and entertainment for the kids.

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ART AND CRAFT ON THE COAST Where: Queen Elizabeth Park Time: 8:00am-2:00pm Spend the morning beachside and support local artisans at the Gold Coast's famous art and craft markets, held along Coolangatta foreshore in Queen Elizabeth Park.

Open from 8:00am-2:00pm, find more than 150 stalls showcasing the best and most original of Australianmade products.

The Coolangatta Markets are held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday (when there are 5 Sunday's in a month).

BY THE C FEAT. JOHN FARNHAM

TIMES: Gates: 1.30pm Ross Wilson: 2.30pm – 3.15pm Vanessa Amorosi: 3.45pm – 4.30pm Jon Stevens: 5.00pm – 6.00pm Daryl Braithwaite: 6.30pm – 7.30pm John Farnham: 8.00pm – 9.30pm

When: Saturday 16 March 2019 Where: Queen Elizabeth Park, Coolangatta Time: 1:30pm Website: www.bythec.com.au.

By The C is returning to Coolangatta's Queen Elizabeth Park on Saturday 16 March 2019 with some of Australia's most loved artists on the lineup.

Some of our greatest artists including Australian music icon, John Farnham along with music legend, Daryl Braithwaite (only performing at the Coolangatta concert), Jon Stevens, Vanessa Amorosi and Ross Wilson will be performing on our foreshore.

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A Taste Of Eurovision On The Gold Coast “It’s a terrific opportunity to celebrate the local creative talents of our Australian compatriots and get involved in the decision making process.”

SBS Managing Director James Taylor

AUSTRALIA WILL COMPETE IN EUROVISION 2019 AND THE GOLD COAST IS ABOUT TO GET A TASTE OF THE ACTION.

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or the first time since 2015, when Australia was

Australia’s greatest artists battle it out in a series of

invited to take part in the world’s largest song

3 knock-off rounds. Organisers predict an attending

contest, Australian production house Blink TV

audience of 12,000 people split across the 3 shows

and broadcaster SBS have announced they

scheduled, with the winner announced during a Live

are shaking up the artist selection process.

TV Final on SBS.

In the lead up to the annual event in Israel next

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate says it’s fitting the

May, Australian performers and songwriters will

event is taking place in the city, which was recently

compete in one national show on the Gold Coast to

named one of the world’s top event destinations.

determine which song and artist will represent the

“We can deliver major events; the Common-

nation in the European contest. It’ll be up to a jury

wealth Games, Logies and now Eurovision Austra-

and the Australian public to make the decision.

lia Decides.”

“This will be the first time ever that Australians

“Our city’s exposure to this global audience is

can enjoy a Eurovision show live on home soil,” says

priceless. Lights. Camera. Action. Bring it on.”

SBS Managing Director James Taylor.

Previous Australian Eurovision contestants in-

Hosted by comedian Joel Creasey and radio

clude Dami Im, Jessica Mauboy, Isaiah Firebrace

host Myf Warhust, Eurovision Australia Decides will

and Guy Sebastian. Im, who came second in 2016,

take place on 8 and 9 February 2019 at the Gold

is looking forward to the February performance

Coast Convention Centre and will see up to 12 of

shows. a 11

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• Over 8 acres of premier acreage in a landmark location within Currumbin Valley • Organic gardens throughout, able to provide ample produce all year round • The properties orientation keeps your harvest fresh and constant throughout the seasons • Turtles, native fish, crayfish add to the long list of charming natural wonders to discover • Attached to the main home, guest quarters exists over-looking the pool, complete with kitchen 16

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Perfect for a growing family or younger couple ready to spread their wings, this home offers generous living spaces, a separate teenagers retreat / large studio office space, sunroom, kids play ground, tennis court area, pool and much much more.

Situated in a peaceful family friendly cul de sac, this 1 acre property is only minutes from Murwillumbah CBD, the M1 motorway and 15 minutes from Tweed Coast beaches. Value add to this property and make it your first or next dream home.

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LIFESTYLE LURES TOP AGENT TO

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ne of LJ Hooker’s top Queensland real estate agents has joined the procession of young families seeking the southern Gold Coast’s unmatched lifestyle.

Chris Hubka, who for 12 years has been one of LJ Hooker’s leading Brisbane agents, has relocated with his family to the Coast, bolstering the sales team of LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed.

Once his in-laws moved to Bilinga last year, Mr Hubka and his wife Jade found themselves jumping in the car and heading down the M1 every Saturday afternoon after Chris’ open homes. Week-by-week, they warmed to the southern Coast’s distinct lifestyle.

“The beaches, parks, shopping and schools are perfect for our stage of life, with a seven and two-year-old,” he said. Jade, an award-winning Property Manager has also joined the new team. “With LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed opening its new office in Griffith Street, it was the opportune time to make the move.”

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“He’s a fantastic addition to our collaborative team.”

Mr Hubka said he was enjoying partnering with sellers to promote their properties and the coastal villages they are part of.

Although only in his 30s, Mr Hubka is a Life Member of LJ Hooker’s “Captains Club”. The “Having just purchased accolade recognises Mr a new home down here, Hubka’s achievement in I had the opportunity being ranked amongst to experience just what the Top 15% of the it was like to be a buyer international real estate in this market. I was agents for 10 consecutive queuing up at open years. Chris has also been homes, putting in offers and missing out – just like a lot of others! It’s recognized with a “LJ Hooker Bronze Medal” for been interesting, and I am using this recent sales which is only given to the top 1.5% of sales experience to get unique perspective on how to people within LJ Hooker internationally. best position my vendors’ property for offers.”

Mr Hubka anticipated the southern Gold Coast Mr Hubka said the holiday season offered an would remain high on the list of sought-after opportunity for sellers to put their properties suburbs in 2019. In the 12 months to August, forward to ‘more eyes’ as Coolangatta and CoreLogic found Coolangatta houses recorded surrounds attracts large volumes of summer growth of 9.6% in the 12 months to the end of visitors. “Coolangatta is recognized around August for a median price of $800,000. Its unit the world as a holiday destination. With the market was even stronger, with an impressive international airport just up the road, we are 21.1% growth to a median of $575,000. expecting a lot of activity over the festive season from interstate and international “And on the other side of the border, units in visitors. Lots of people come here on holidays Tweed Heads South went up 8.2% ($547,500) to have Christmas with family and love it so and Tweed West rose 10.1% ($545,000). much they decide to invest here!”.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if we see the Tweed LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed Principal Dan suburbs edge closer to the medians of the Alexander said Mr Hubka’s appointment added southern Gold Coast in 2019 based on their affordability and proximity to lifestyle in an to the depth of the agency’s sales division. infrastructure-rich region.”

“Chris has one of the best track records in Brisbane real estate and that’s because he has a natural ability to connect with people and find To talk to Chris Hubka about his views on the solutions to suit their individual needs,” said Mr local market, contact him today on 0404 284 750.

Alexander.

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David Lonie Sales Specialist After earning a degree from the University of California at Berkeley and playing in the NFL, David is back on the Gold Coast. David is a former PBC high school student, athlete and Palm Beach local who knows the area well.

When you are looking to sell, you would like to know that you have engaged the services of an agent that you can truly benefit from. When you list your property with David, you can be assured that you have engaged an agent that enjoys the full support of the entire sales team at LJ Hooker Palm Beach.

One of the key elements of David’s is success which comes from his ability to correctly identify the target market. By strategically customising each campaign, his team gets the phones ringing, inspections flowing and results happening.

In terms of value, we do not know of any other agent who will invest such energy and commitment into providing a successful outcome for his clients.

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• Three large bedrooms with plenty of space • Character filled external layout, modern interior • Single lock-up garage which is currently set up as a home office • Room underneath the house to look at extra living possibilities • Entertain and BBQ with guests from your own tree top balcony • All bedrooms with views of the rainforest surrounds • Large kitchen with plenty of cupboard space • Timber flooring throughout, modern in colour with neutral tones and abundant in natural light

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Prime location - Be Quick The perfect lifestyle/investment opportunity has presented itself walking distance to Currumbin beach. This spacious townhouse takes advantage of a prime position within the complex overlooking the sparkling resort style pool and presents an attractive option for the first home buyers or investors.

Grab a coffee across the road at your local “Corner Stone” store as you make your way to the Currumbin beachfront only a few minutes walk from your new home. Enhance your well being with the elements of the sun, the sand and the salt water as part of your everyday lifestyle.

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5 New Year’s Resolutions You’ll Actually Keep CATCH YA LATER 2018 – 2019, PLEASE TAKE A SEAT

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e all know the drill; you’ll set a New Year’s

Need to fill up on the run? There are water refill

resolution only for it to fizzle out quicker

stations installed at popular locations across the city:

than the time it took to decide on one. It

• Botanic Gardens, Benowa

can be tempting to make overly ambitious

• Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach

resolutions, particularly when buoyed by the euphoria

• Pratten Park, Broadbeach

of the festive season. In 2019, why not pick a handful

• Victoria Park, Broadbeach

that you’ll actually keep?

• John Laws Park, Burleigh Heads • Justins Park (north), Burleigh Heads

DRINK MORE TAP WATER

• Coomera Indoor Sports Centre, Coomera

The benefits of drinking water are hardly a secret –

• Pacific Parade, Currumbin

staying hydrated helps flush out toxins, keep head-

• Harley Park, Labrador

aches at bay and keep your organs functioning. De-

• Ed Hardy Park, Miami

spite being essential to our survival, many people

• Damian Leeding Park, Oxenford

often do not meet their required intake for the day.

• Paradise Point Parklands, Paradise Point

Keep your health in optimal condition and fill up on

• Pat Fagan Park, Rainbow Bay

H20 in 2019.

• Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise

Psst – ditch the bottled water and fill your wa-

• Esplanade, Surfers Paradise

ter bottle up with tap water. Gold Coast tap water is

• Macintosh Island Park, Surfers Paradise

significantly cheaper, coming in at $0.0039 per litre,

• Broadwater Parklands, Southport

compared to the average cost of bottled water at su-

• Soccer Lane, Southport

permarkets ($2.53 per litre). Not only will it relieve your

• Tallebudgera Creek, Tallebudgera

bank account (especially post Boxing Day splurge!),

• Varsity Lakes Foreshore Parklands, Varsity Lakes

but you’ll be kinder to the environment – disposable plastic bottles are one of the most common litter items

*Results from a study conducted by Healthy Land and

found in our waterways*.

Water in 2014-15.

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EXPLORE YOUR OWN BACKYARD

tion to your daily life. Fitness is not a one size fits all

With 300 days of sunshine a year, 57 kilometres of

approach, so find something that suits your abilities

pristine coastline, more than 4500 hectares of World

and lifestyle. From saying Namaste in a yoga studio,

Heritage Gondwana rainforest and more canals than

testing your right hook at boxing or simply exploring

Venice and Amsterdam combined, it’s not hard to see

the city by foot or bike, we can guarantee you’ll find a

why the Gold Coast is Australia’s tourism capital. Why

new hobby that you enjoy in no time.

not make like our 13 million annual visitors and ex-

BECOME A BOOKWORM

plore your own backyard?

Lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails, check

Start the New Year off on the right foot and expand

out an Instagram-worthy hotspot or take your furry

your mind through reading. Becoming a bookworm

friend on a day trip. Feel like you need to cool down?

has never been easier; simply visit a City of Gold Coast

Take a dip in one the coast’s many watering holes or

library and sign up for a membership (it’s free!). With

simply check out a different beach than you’d usually

enough genres and formats to make Charles Dickens

pick.

jealous, you’ll find everything from audiobooks, autobiographies to the latest thriller novels. Looking for some

SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS

self-improvement? City libraries host a multitude of

If you’ve ever needed an excuse to treat yourself to

workshops and events, from art programs, kid’s activi-

brunch, this is it. From cafes to bars, family owned

ties, small business seminars and more!

convenience stores to hole-in-the-wall boutiques, the Gold Coast has its fair share of local businesses. For-

Library locations:

get mass produced offerings and think local this year.

• Broadbeach Library

Stock up on fresh produce from local growers at mar-

• Burleigh Heads Library

kets, do your weekly grocery shop at family-owned

• Burleigh Waters Library

convenience stores, update your home with some

• Coolangatta Library

hand-crafted homewares or simply head out for a

• Elanora Library

meal at a local restaurant every now and then.

• Helensvale Library • Nerang Library

MOVE MORE

• Palm Beach Community Lounge and Library

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Like LJ Hooker’s Coolangatta office,

we deal with clients that are buying or selling in both QLD and NSW. It is important to remember that there are some key differences when it comes to property transactions depending on what side of the border you are buying or selling on.

NSW

In NSW, the Contract for Sale of Land is prepared by the vendor’s solicitor or conveyancer. Once it is completed, the contract is then sent to the real estate agent for marketing purposes.

A Contract of Sale must contain certain ‘prescribed documents’. These documents are to help any prospective purchaser decide whether to proceed. They may include zoning documents, sewerage, easements and other relevant searches for your property.

Additional searches may be undertaken by the purchaser’s solicitor or conveyancer that are not included in the prescribed searches, ie roads and transport searches to see if the property may be impacted by future infrastructure development.

When it comes to your contract becoming unconditional, there is a 5 day cooling off period. There may also be conditions based on the contract becoming unconditional, like a satisfactory pest and building report.

Once the conditions have been met and the cooling off period has expired then the contract becomes unconditional and is legally binding on both sides.

If a purchaser decides not to proceed during a cooling off period then they may be required to forfeit a 0.25% deposit paid on the property. It is therefore important that you obtain advice prior to entering into a contract for purchase.

QLD

In QLD a solicitor can prepare your Contract of Sale but it is more common for the agent to do so. There is far less information contained in a QLD Contract of Sale than in NSW. As a result, purchasers in QLD will normally be required to undertake more searches of their own to ensure the property suits their needs. These need to be conducted early in the piece, often before exchange of contracts or in the cooling off period.

In QLD the cooling off period is needed so that the purchaser can undertake searches that were not provided previously as they are in NSW. QLD contracts are also normally subject to a standard pest and building clause and finance clauses. This is not as common practice in NSW, particularly finance.

While most solicitors that deal with transactions on both sides of the border will be used to finance clauses, if you are coming from NSW and your solicitor is not familiar with QLD conditions this may cause you issues.

Once loan and pest and building approvals are OK then generally a QLD contract will become unconditional.

There are a range of other issues that may affect your property transaction depending on whether it is in NSW or QLD. If in doubt, feel free to give our office a call.

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Picturesque Countryside - Private Haven At the end of a quiet cut-de-sac you will find a private haven on 5.98 hectares (15 acres) of picturesque countryside.

The home has 4 bedrooms complete with built-in robes, formal and casual living areas and a games room. In addition, the property features a fully renovated kitchen with stone bench tops and state-of-the art appliances. Other features include high ceilings with exposed beams, a fire place and timber flooring.

There is ample storage at the property which boasts a garage able to house up to six cars and a separate shed for storing cars or farming equipment. The property has plenty of room for horses, cattle or other livestock.

In addition, the property has direct access to Bilambil Creek and would suit someone who would like easy access to the waterway.

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8/3 Johnston Street, Bilinga

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Coastal Penthouse Apartment 100m from North Kirra Beach This impressive, 3 bedroom apartment at Bilinga offers both lifestyle and convenience. A unique apartment, this property will impress buyers upon entry with its spectacular grand open-plan design, ocean views, abundant light and beautiful timber flooring.

This property is located approximately 100 metres from North Kirra Beach and 5 minutes walk from Coolangatta airport and Southern Cross University.

Additionally, this apartment also offers 3 secure car spaces, including a lock- up garage.

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Free Ways To Stay Active On The Gold Coast WITH 300 DAYS OF SUNSHINE A YEAR, AN ENVIABLE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND A LOVE OF THE OUTDOORS, ONE MIGHT ARGUE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE GOES HAND IN HAND WITH LIVING ON THE GOLD COAST. Embracing a healthier lifestyle doesn’t have to break the bank – we’ve found 5 ways you can stay active on the Gold Coast for free!

1. OUTDOOR GYM Gym memberships can get pricey, so why not use one of the Gold Coast’s open air outdoor gyms?

If you’ve ever strolled along the oceanway paths in our coastal suburbs, you’ve probably noticed clusters of exercise equipment sprinkled throughout our parks. From ellipticals to cardio steppers, to bars and plyometrics, you can tailor your own workout to suit your fitness level.

While there are various parks on the coast, our hot tip is to check out the Varsity Lakes outdoor gym at Varsity Central Park. Home to 17 workout stations, the park caters to all fitness levels and is the perfect spot the next time you want to pump some iron.

Bonus: the park is fully lit and covered, meaning you can work out rain, hail or shine!

2. HIT THE STAIRS Burn baby burn! Ready to set your quads on fire? Grab a friend and make your way to the famed Currumbin stairs on Pacific Parade. The stairs are located in Wallace Nicoll Park opposite Currumbin Alley. Here you’ll find local HIIT enthusiasts pounding their way up roughly 130 steps. You’ll be soaked in sweat in no time – however the view at the top is worth the climb!

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3. TRY A FITNESS CLASS Group fitness can be an excellent way to stay motivated with a health regime; the hard work of planning a workout is already done for you – just turn up and go!

The City of Gold Coast’s Active & Healthy program offers a timetable of free and low-cost classes to encourage the wider community to embrace active living. From yummy mummy bootcamps, saluting the sun with yoga, Tai Chi to having a splash at aqua classes, you’re bound to find something suitable. With new classes constantly being added to the timetable, the Active & Healthy program can be a great way to try a new fitness craze at an affordable price point.

4. TAKE THE BIKE FOR A SPIN With more than 1000 kilometres of bikeways connecting the city, exploring the Gold Coast on wheels is a great way to stay fit and avoid traffic.

Whether you prefer the coastal route or perhaps something a little more challenging, you can find inspiration to plan your next cycle here.

Pro tip: make a pit stop at one of the coast’s many cafes and enjoy your caffeine fix as a little treat.

5. PARKRUN Love hitting the pavement but wish you had some company?

Jump on the parkrun wagon and join other avid runners at 7am every Saturday morning on a timed 5km run at parkrun locations across the city. Parkrun is an inclusive event, with everyone from beginners to budding Olympic athletes welcomed to take part. It’s free to join in – just make sure to register before your first run online.

Parkrun locations around the Gold Coast include:

Paradise Point Where: Esplanade Road, Paradise Point

Main Beach Where: Hollingdale Park adjacent to Seaworld Drive (approximately 300m north of Southport SLSC)A

Coomera Where: Tallowwood Park in Highland Reserve, Rose Valley Drive, Coomera

Surfers Paradise Where: Evandale Parklands (behind HOTA)

Mudgeeraba Where: Darcy Doyle Park, Somerset Drive, Mudgeeraba

Broadbeach Waters Where: Monaco Street, Broadbeach Waters

Gainsborough Greens Where: Wyperfield Circuit, Pimpama

Varsity Lakes Where: Sports House, 337 Christine Avenue, Varsity Lakes

Kirra Where: Kirra Beach, Kirra 39

Careful consideration about your home load size will help make a more comfortable and stress free mortgage.

Ultimately the choice is yours - so be careful not to over commit yourself

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Choosing your home checklist

Finding a property can be a challenge, especially when you have so many different considerations to take into account.

Give yourself a head start through determining your ‘must have’ features compare to those you could possibly live without.

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1/95 Laguna Avenue, Palm Beach , Mishy Canning

1/24 Fourth Avenue, Palm Beach , Leanne Frohmuller & Rob Cinelli

30 Domain Road, Currumbin, Mishy Canning

27/85 Townson Avenue, Palm Beach, Leanne Frohmuller & Rob Cinelli

1/33 Twenty Sixth Avenue, Palm Beach, David Lonie

11/37 Murtha Drive, Elanora , Leanne Frohmuller & Rob Cinelli

42 Tussock Crescent, Elanora , Mark Jensen

2 Barden Ridge Road, Reedy Creek, David Lonie

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2/22 William Street,, Tweed Heads South, Ben Tribolet

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20 Ribbonwood Place,, Terranora, Peter Walmsley

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11 Coral Fern Circuit , Murwillumbah Near New Home on a Huge Flood-Free Block This spacious family home is just 3 years young and is situated in the Riva Vue Estate of Murwillumbah just 5 minutes’ drive to the CBD. Positioned on a generous 1063m2 ‘flood-free’ land parcel, there is more than enough room to add a detached granny flat.

Modern in design, this home is bright, light and airy. Sprawled over two levels you have three bedrooms with built-in robes and ceiling fans located on the ground floor whilst the Master bedroom with an ensuite is located on the second floor along with a modern kitchen, lounge, dining and undercover entertaining deck.

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246 Mallawa Drive, Palm Beach

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Affordable Waterfront in Palm Beach If you are seeking a property with something different, then look no further! A twist of Tuscan style brick and tile home situated on the water in Palm Beach. Sitting on a massive 842m2 block with private pontoon and back yard in-ground pool with covered gazebo and BBQ area. The home is large with 4-bedrooms, separate office space, 3 bathrooms, out door covered entertaining area, private gazebo,dining room, family room and lounge room all this with 3 car garage and plenty of room for a caravan, boat or trailer.

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Swap Screen Time For Green Time With The Nature Passport THE GOLD COAST IS ONE OF THE MOST BIODIVERSE CITIES IN AUSTRALIA WITH SO MANY UNIQUE PLACES TO EXPLORE.

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o, here at We Are Gold Coast, we’re encouraging families to swap screen time for green time and discover some of these wonderful outdoor places, right on our doorstep.

We’re sharing a few of our favourite missions

from the Gold Coast Nature Passport; a passport that challenges children to get outside, get creative and complete ‘green’ missions.

The best part is that it’s free, designed for young families and supports long-term development and learning. Everybody is a winner!

BURLEIGH HEAD NATIONAL PARK – GC MISSION: SEARCH FOR THE GIANT’S FINGERS The traditional name for Burleigh Headland is Jellurgal. From the headland’s highest point, long pencil shaped rocks can be seen sticking out towards the ocean. The Kombumerri legend says that these rocks are the fingers of the giant Jabereen, Jellurgal’s creator. Can you find the giant’s fingers?

TARRABORA TO BEREE BADALLA MANGROVES – GC MISSION: MANGROVE WONDERS

APPLE TREE PARK, SPRINGBROOK – GC MISSION: VALLEY OF THE GIANTS

These trees have special roots that help them

Over 100 years ago you would be standing in a for-

sand? These roots create a home for heaps of dif-

est of giant trees. Some of the stumps are still here.

ferent animals. What animals can you spot?

breath. WOW! Can you see them sticking out of the

How many can you find?

READY TO EXPLORE MORE MISSIONS? COOMBABAH LAKELANDS CONSERVATION AREA – GC MISSION: HIDE ‘N’ SEEK KOALAS

You can sign up to Nature Play Mission Headquar-

Koalas are tricky to spot. Can you find one? Tip:

load the FREE Nature Passport app on Android

Look for trees with scratches on them, or jelly bean-

and App Store. Passports include mission pages,

sized poos around the base of a gum tree.

stickers and suggestions on great places to go and

ters, pick-up a copy from your local library or down-

things to do outdoors and a list of 15 things every

GOLD COAST REGIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS – GC MISSION: SENSORY EXPLOSION

child should do before they’re 12.? a ABOUT THE GOLD COAST NATURE PASSPORT Did you know that ‘nature play’ promotes health benefits, including cognitive, social and emotional development, and it builds resilience and creativity in our children?

It is for this reason that Nature Play Queensland exists, and why the City of Gold Coast has partnered up to develop the Gold Coast Nature Passport.

The Passport makes getting outdoors and into nature as easy as possible, increasing the time that families spend in unstructured play.

It also provides an opportunity for people to discover the amazing biodiversity on the Gold Coast.

You will need your senses of smell, touch, taste, sight and hearing for this mission. Explore the Sensory Garden and the Butterfly Garden. What did your senses find?

BROADWATER PARKLANDS, SOUTHPORT – GC MISSION: NATURE DETECTIVE Plants and trees help clean the water.

Investigate how this happens in the educational centre and record one fact in your passport.

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Being raised on the Gold Coast the ocean has always been a part of my life. I love that it is ever changing, with its mix of beauty and power! Each day brings a different natural work of art and new and exciting ways to capture these moments.

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5 Boambee Court, Reedy Creek

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Owners Demand Urgent Sale Features Include: • 728m2 • Huge exquisite residence only 10mins from beach with Gold Coast views • Massive lounge room with gas fireplace and covered balcony • Five-star al fresco entertaining with heated resort-styled pool and built-in pizza oven • Gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances and expansive stone benches • Gold-class theatre room • Huge master suite, on private level with massive dressing room robe, pristine deluxe ensuite with built in spa bath and private balcony with horizon views • Triple lock-up garage with wall to wall cupboards as well as separate storage room 49

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The Gold Coast Tritons Impress In The Elite Us Major League Triathlon LIKE THE MIGHTY OCEAN GODS FROM WHICH THEY TAKE THEIR NAME, THE GOLD COAST TRITONS HAVE SENT A CLEAR MESSAGE FROM ACROSS THE SEA THAT LOCAL TRIATHLETES WILL BE A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH IN THE MIXED TEAM RELAY EVENT AT THE 2020 OLYMPICS.

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he Tritons, Australia’s only franchise in the elite

With crowd numbers and live stream views of MLT

US-based Major League Triathlon (MLT) finished

skyrocketing, Cassidy said the Gold Coast’s reputation

an impressive fourth overall after placing fifth

as a stellar sports destination was spreading.

in the final leg of the four-event series in North

Carolina last weekend.

The mixed relay format sees two males and two

“We’d love to showcase MLT on the Gold Coast too, and I know our fans and athletes would love to travel there to see the beauty first hand.”

females per team each complete a 300-metre swim,

Whilst not all Tritons members are based in

a 6-7-kilometre bike leg and a 1.5-kilometre run.

Queensland, Lisa Pringle, Triathlon Australia’s National

The event was trialled at the 2014 Commonwealth

Manager says making the Gold Coast the team’s home

Games and will make its Olympics debut in Tokyo.

was the logical choice.

MLT has been running in the US since 2015, and CEO

“As most people know, a lot of triathlon champions,

Dan Cassidy said they invited Triathlon Australia to enter

great events and participants reside in Queensland,”

a team after the Aussies won relay gold at the Gold

Pringle said.

Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.

“And importantly we had the full support of the City

“The Gold Coast was invited because Australia’s a world

of Gold Coast and the Australian Olympic Committee,

leader in this race format and they’ve got one of the best

who knew this was a great way to prepare our athletes

opportunities to medal at the 2020 Olympics,” Cassidy said.

for Tokyo.”

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Following the success of GC2018, the Gold Coast

“The team factor definitely adds a whole new spirit and

is not only enjoying the economic benefits of hosting

the way they put the event on was excellent,” she said.

major sporting events like the ITU World Triathlon, the

Race one in Atlantic City saw the nine teams from the

Australian Transplant Games and the World Parachuting

US, Canada, Mexico and Australia battle six-foot waves

Championships, but local athletes and residents have

and winds that broke buoys from their moorings, but the

better access to opportunities to exercise, train, compete

Tritons took the conditions in their stride, finishing second.

and live a healthier lifestyle.

In the second and third events they faced the high

“The Triathlon World Championships brought 5000

altitudes of the Colorado mountains, then the heat and

visitors here for over a week, so there’s no doubt the

dust of Arizona’s desert, and took bronze in both races

economic impact and reinvestment into the local

to sit third overall.

community is enormous,” Pringle said.

With the final round in Carolina coinciding with the

“But having athletes and events like this here also helps

annual Coolangatta Gold, it seemed an omen that the

give the community images about the benefits of healthy,

coast’s reputation as Australia’s leading surfing/triathlon/

active lifestyles, whether you’re an elite athlete or not.”

ironman location would be capped off with an inaugural

She said with its stunning outdoor environments,

MLT series win – but it wasn’t to be.

incredible weather, world-class facilities and positive,

“It’s always tough to finish fourth because you’re so

healthy vibe, it’s little wonder many triathletes are now

close to the podium,” said Hedgeland.

calling the Gold Coast home.

“But our focus was more about preparing for Tokyo,

One such athlete is Jazz Hedgeland who relocated

so it’s just great to have been part of it.”

from Perth with her sister to pursue her sporting dreams.

And why the name?

“You don’t want it to be too cold for early morning

“Triton was the mythical son of Poseidon, God of the

rides in winter,” she said.

sea and leader of mermaids, who could calm or raise

“The Gold Coast’s weather is ideal, and when we’re

the sea with a blast from his mighty conch-shell horn,”

running along the beach at 6am there are so many

Pringle said.

people out exercising it’s really cool and it’s motivating

“This really worked with the Gold Coast’s reputation

– even for us.”

as a coastal paradise and helped us align with the other

Hedgeland competed in the first two US races, and

premier sporting teams on the coast, the Titans (NRL) and the Suns (AFL), who loved the name.” a

said the experience was amazing.

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What’s happening in our local property market Strongest growth

Most traded

Fastest sellers

Terranora 11.9%

Banora Point 343 sales

Tugun 21 days

Coolangatta 28.6%

Tweed Heads 300 sales

Bilambil Heights 26 days

At LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make confident decisions about property - whether you are buying, selling, investing or renting. We have created this report which details local market conditions and how property is performing in your area which at times can be very different to the combined performance of the capital cities.

Let us help you stay on top of changes in your local property market every month.

Across our local market, we have seen 2,150 properties listed for sale over the past 12 months which is higher than the same time last year. This has impacted sales with 2,098 taking place over the period.

Looking at the house market, the best performing suburb, over the past year has been Terranora which has seen its median sales price grow by 11.9%. The median sales price of a home in Terranora is now $730,000. Banora Point saw its median house sales price grow by 6.8% with the median price now sitting at $625,000 and Coolangatta grew 6.7% across 33 individual sales with a median of $800,000.

The most traded suburb for houses in our area has been Banora Point with 343 homes sold over the past 12 months. Over the past month, about $5,753,000 in units and $15.89m in houses has been sold in Banora Point with $55.51m and $157.57m respectively sold over the past year.

Coolangatta has demonstrated the strongest price growth for units with prices rising 28.6% over the past 12 months. The median sales price for units in Coolangatta is now $617,500 and with a median rent of $430 a week, they offer a rental yield of 3.6%.

The highest median housing rents in our area are $620 per week in Terranora and for units $530 per week in Terranora. Housing rental yields in Tweed Heads South are currently 5.3% demonstrating why the area is popular with investors.

The time it takes to sell a house in our region ranges from 21 days in Tugun to 119 days in Coolangatta, and the shortest median time to sell a unit is 26 days in Bilambil Heights.

Top performing local suburbs

Houses

Units

Terranora

88

$730,000

11.9%

5.1%

Banora Point

343

$625,000

6.8%

2.8%

Coolangatta

33

$800,000

6.7%

2.2%

Coolangatta

246

$617,500

28.6%

3.2%

Bilinga

48

$573,750

9.1%

2.8%

Tweed Heads South

136

$375,000

8.4%

1.2%

Number sold (12 months)

Median Price

Median Growth 12 months

Annual Change over 10 years

LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed

Mark Jensen Licensed Real Estate Agent Experience, local knowledge and sincerity are just a few of the many qualities that distinguish Mark Jensen as an exceptional real estate agent.

Mark has achieved outstanding results in real estate on the southern Gold Coast for over a decade, having won many awards and being a consistent member of the Sales Elite Club: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011 and Alan White Elite 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017.

If you have had the pleasure of working with Mark you will know of his passion and dedication to the region. He and Robyne have lived in Palm Beach for almost 15 years, and love the lifestyle that the coastal suburb offers.

Throughout this time Mark and Robyne have acquired a thorough knowledge of the local property market – knowledge that they are very willing to share with their clients.

Mark is genuine in his commitment to obtaining the best possible results for his clients. You will find him diligent and sincere in providing a quality real estate service. He welcomes your enquiry and the opportunity to share his valuable local and industry insight.

For the right property advice call Mark on 0410 439 950.

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What’s happening in our local property market Strongest growth

Most traded

Fastest sellers

Tallebudgera Valley 12.8%

Palm Beach 211 sales

Currumbin Waters 18 days

Currumbin Valley 27.4%

Palm Beach 247 sales

Currumbin Waters 6 days

At LJ Hooker Palm Beach our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make confident decisions about property whether you are buying, selling, investing or renting. We have created this report which details local market conditions and how property is performing in your area which at times can be very different to the combined performance of the capital cities. Let us help you stay on top of changes in your local property market every month.

Across our local market, we have seen 1,523 properties listed for sale, over the past 12 months, which is higher than the same time last year. This has impacted sales with 1,122 taking place over the past 12 months. Looking at the house market, the best performing suburb, over the past 12 months, has been Tallebudgera Valley which has seen its median sales price grow by 12.8%. The median sales price of a home in Tallebudgera Valley is now $1,010,000. Currumbin saw its median house sales price grow by 7.0% with the median price now sitting at $823,043 and Elanora grew 5.6% across 200 individual sales with a median of $691,750.

Over the past month, about $5,510,000 in units and $6,976,300 in houses has been sold in Palm Beach with $137.8m and $201.48m respectively sold over the past 12 months.

Elanora has demonstrated the strongest price growth for units with prices rising 13.2% over the past 12 months and currently has a median unit price of $402,000.

The highest median housing rents in our area are $793 per week in Tallebudgera Valley and for units $480 per week in Currumbin.

Housing rental yields in Elanora are currently 5.0% demonstrating why the area is popular with investors.

The most traded suburb for houses in our area has been Palm Beach with 211 homes sold over the past 12 months and it also had the most unit sales with 247 transactions. House prices in Palm Beach have remained relatively stable with growth of 0.9% and now have a median price of $787,000.

The time it takes to sell a house in our region ranges from 18 days in Currumbin Waters to 92 days in Tallebudgera Valley, and the shortest median time to sell a unit is 6 days in Currumbin Waters.

Top performing local suburbs

Houses

Units

Tallebudgera Valley

36

$1,010,000

12.8%

3.4%

Currumbin

37

$823,043

7.0%

2.2%

Elanora

200

$691,750

5.6%

3.1%

Elanora

67

$402,000

13.2%

3.0%

Palm Beach

247

$425,000

9.0%

2.0%

Currumbin Waters

43

$402,500

4.5%

2.0%

Number sold (12 months)

Median Price

Median Growth 12 months

Annual Change over 10 years

LJ Hooker Palm Beach

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Mitch's focus on knowing his area ensures he can provide accurate advice for anyone looking to buy or sell. This, with the support of an award winning team inspires the trust and confidence of many clients and is a key factor of Mitch's success. Mitch also values the same quality and professionalism that the market has come to expect from LJ Hooker.

Recognising that every client is different, with individual needs and requirements, Mitch is adaptable to any situation and treats both vendors and buyers with equal respect. Striving to be the best for both, himself and most importantly his clients, we believe Mitch is the ideal agent to handle all your property needs.

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HOME (Principal Place Of Residence) Concession* PRICE

DUTY

$250,000

$2,500

$1,350,000

$50,975

$300,000

$3,000

$1,400,000

$53,850

$350,000

$3,500

$1,450,000

$56,725

$400,000

$5,250

$1,500,000

$59,600

$450,000

$7,000

$1,550,000

$62,475

$500,000

$8,750

$1,600,000

$65,350

PRICE

DUTY

$550,000

$10,600

$1,650,000

$68,225

DUTY

$600,000

$12,850

$1,700,000

$71,100

$1,750,000

$81,150

$650,000

$15,100

$1,750,000

$73,975

$8,925

$1,800,000

$84,025

$700,000

$17,350

$1,800,000

$76,850

$350,000

$10,675

$1,850,000

$86,900

$750,000

$19,600

$1,850,000

$79,725

$400,000

$12,425

$1,900,000

$89,775

$800,000

$21,850

$1,900,000

$82,600

$450,000

$14,175

$1,950,000

$92,650

$850,000

$24,100

$1,950,000

$85,475

$500,000

$15,925

$2,000,000

$95,525

$900,000

$26,350

$2,000,000

$88,350

$550,000

$17,775

$2,050,000

$98,400

$950,000

$28,600

$2,050,000

$91,225

$600,000

$20,025

$2,100,000

$101,275

$1,000,000

$30,850

$2,100,000

$94,100

$650,000

$22,275

$2,150,000

$104,150

$1,050,000

$33,725

$2,150,000

$96,975

$700,000

$24,525

$2,200,000

$107,025

$1,100,000

$36,600

$2,200,000

$99,850

$750,000

$26,775

$2,250,000

$109,900

$1,150,000

$39,475

$2,250,000

$102,725

$800,000

$29,025

$2,300,000

$112,775

$1,200,000

$42,350

$2,300,000

$105,600

$850,000

$31,275

$2,350,000

$115,650

$1,250,000

$45,225

$2,350,000

$108,475

$900,000

$33,525

$2,400,000

$118,525

$1,300,000

$48,100

$2,400,000

$111,350

$950,000

$35,775

$2,450,000

$121,400

$1,350,000

$50,975

$2,450,000

$114,225

$1,000,000

$38,025

$2,500,000

$124,275

$1,400,000

$53,850

$2,500,000

$117,100

$1,050,000

$40,900

$2,550,000

$127,150

$1,450,000

$56,725

$2,550,000

$119,975

$1,100,000

$43,775

$2,600,000

$130,025

$1,500,000

$59,600

$2,600,000

$122,850

$1,150,000

$46,650

$2,650,000

$132,900

$1,550,000

$62,475

$2,650,000

$125,725

$1,200,000

$49,525

$2,700,000

$135,775

$1,600,000

$65,350

$2,700,000

$128,600

$1,250,000

$52,400

$2,750,000

$138,650

$1,650,000

$68,225

$2,750,000

$131,475

$1,300,000

$55,275

$2,800,000

$141,525

$1,700,000

$71,100

$2,800,000

$134,350

$1,350,000

$58,150

$2,850,000

$144,400

$1,750,000

$73,975

$2,850,000

$137,225

$1,400,000

$61,025

$2,900,000

$147,275

$1,800,000

$76,850

$2,900,000

$140,100

$1,450,000

$63,900

$2,950,000

$150,150

$1,850,000

$79,725

$2,950,000

$142,975

$1,500,000

$66,775

$3,000,000

$153,025

$1,900,000

$82,600

$3,000,000

$145,850

$1,550,000

$69,650

$3,050,000

$155,900

$1,950,000

$85,475

$3,050,000

$148,725

$1,600,000

$72,525

$3,100,000

$158,775

$1,200,000

$42,350

$3,100,000

$151,600

$1,650,000

$75,400

$3,150,000

$161,650

$1,250,000

$45,225

$3,150,000

$154,750

$1,700,000

$78,275

$3,200,000

$164,525

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aul is a highly effective real estate professional and business generator who has won several awards in the service industry and was awarded the “Rising Star Award “for 2015. With a passion for real estate, Paul prides himself on a single minded determination to exceed clients’ expectations and go above and beyond in his delivery of customer service. Paul’s excellent communication skills support his ability to negotiate successful transactions as does his personable, friendly nature.

As Paul quotes, his motto is quite simple ”It’s all about the client”.

You will find my reputation is built on honesty, reliability and integrity and my passion for helping people is second to none. I am highly motivated, down to earth and straight forward, I will give you the facts without the spin and deliver exceptional results!

As a professional photographer for over ten years, Paul has vast experience with underwater, scenic and real estate photography. Having spent years behind the camera in network television, Paul is able to assist you with state of the art video and photographic marketing solutions.

A reliable, extremely motivated professional who is well liked by clients and colleagues, Paul’s repeat customers and referred clients are testament to his success thus far.

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Paul Sheehan 0438 196 966 paul@ljhookerct.com.au

LJ HOOKER PALM BEACH NAMED ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S BEST

Tuesday, 22 January 2019: LJ Hooker Palm stats reveal a host of interesting new trends Beach has been named as one of Australia’s emerging across the most active markets in the leading real estate sales offices in a national list country. of top-performing real estate brands.

Mr Neary said that the ranking this year LJ Hooker Palm Beach has secured a position produced an overwhelming response, and that in the Real Estate Business (REB) Top 50 Sales it attracted the interest of the country’s very best sales offices.

Offices 2019 ranking.

The list ranks real estate sales offices across “It is the foremost ranking of sales offices in Australia according to a three metrics: the Australia,” Mr Neary said. number of properties sold, the total dollar “Those who make the list are held volume of properties sold and an in the highest esteem, even by efficiency rating determined their local rival offices. by the ratio of sales to support staff.

“It tells of a group of elite sales offices The REB Top 50 Sales separating themselves Offices 2019 ranking from the pack in is an initiative of the face of some leading industry seriously challenging resource Real headwinds.”

Estate Business, which is produced by The data collected award-winning media for the REB Top 50 business Momentum Media.

Sales Offices 2019 was verified by a senior REB editor Tim Neary said member of the agency that there were some surprises or network, or the office’s in this year’s ranking, and that accountant.

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