April 2, 2024
The North West’s regional tourism hub of Broome will soon be reconnected to Singapore, with biweekly direct flights set to commence in June. The north-west’s regional tourism hub of Broome will soon be reconnected to Singapore, with bi-weekly direct flights to commence in June. Direct flights between Broome and Singapore, operated by Jetstar Asia, will […]
December 1, 2023
The Christmas season is a time when opportunistic thieves target WA homes. Common claims during the Christmas season include jewellery, electrical equipment, computers and accessories, bikes, and tools. There are easy things you can do to reduce the risk and make sure your home and family are safe this Christmas. Here are our top tips: Don’t […]
November 1, 2023
The Shire of Broome has challenged the state government and industry to follow its footsteps and build new homes for staff instead of leasing from the town’s tight rental market. Shire councillors have backed a motion to funnel a $2.96 million treasury loan into construction of four new staff homes as part of a plan to boost […]
October 2, 2023
The director of a major floating jetty project in Western Australia’s Kimberley says the construction phase of the project will begin on Friday (8th September 2023), two years after initially planned. The Kimberley Marine Support Base (KMSB) was first floated in 2018 as a $110 million floating jetty development in Broome designed to service oil, gas and tourism industries. […]
August 10, 2023
The Shire of Broome is endeavouring to care for our iconic environment by ensuring all items that can be reused and recycled are separated and used again to prevent them from going to landfill. Recycling begins with your kerbside bin, with the contents collected and taken to the Cleanaway recycling facility right here in Broome, […]
June 1, 2023
The property clock is ticking towards noon for many regional property markets listed as being in a capital growth phase but only one state capital was seen as being in a growth period. Regional property markets across Australia are better placed to deliver capital growth than every capital city in Australia outside of Perth. That’s […]
October 8, 2020
While investors have been less prominent in the market over the last few years, property investment is still one of the most popular forms of investment in Western Australia, as it has the possibility to reap many long-term financial benefits for investors. Achieving success takes time and patience, with only a handful making it past […]
July 9, 2020
What is the HomeBuilder scheme? The scheme is tax-free grant program that was implemented by the Federal Government to all Australians and will provide eligible applicants with a $25,000 grant to help renovate an existing home or build a new home. Who is eligible for the scheme? To be eligible for the scheme not only […]
May 14, 2020
The Insurance Council of Australia of Australia website is noticeably quiet to what constitutes a rental default in a pandemic. The Real Estate Institute of Australia has approached the ICA to obtain clarity on what landlords are best to do when it comes to claiming for rental defaults versus rental negotiation with a tenant. “Policies […]
December 19, 2019
The festive season is all about gifts, goodwill, glitzy decorations, good food and taking a great break. But beneath the tinsel and twinkly lights, the season can present risks for landlords. Use these hints and tips to make sure yours doesn’t turn into The Nightmare Before Christmas. Christmas time, mistletoe and… fires From the Northern […]
October 30, 2019
REIWA congratulates the McGowan Government for listening to the advice from industry bodies to look at the unfair stamp duty penalty from off-the-plan purchases. REIWA President Damian Collins said this is a significant win for property buyers and restores the current imbalance where standalone houses only paid duty on land. “By reducing the tax for […]
June 27, 2019
You’ve designed every detail of your dream home or planned out your real estate empire, but the need to save up that deposit blocks you at every turn. The good news is, with the right approach, your deposit doesn’t have to slow you down for long. Here are four tips for you to try. Follow […]
June 6, 2019
Saving money on your mortgage can help you to pay it off sooner or reduce your repayment amount. Depending on how your loan is set up, using offset accounts to your advantage can help you to save. An offset transaction account works the same as an everyday transaction account except that it’s linked to your […]
May 9, 2019
The Pearlers’ Games is set to be one of the standout events and a community favourite at the inaugural Chinatown Discovery Festival happening from 24 – 26 May 2019. The Chinatown Discovery Festival sprang from a desire to preserve Broome’s memory of its community, culture and stories. The festival is a celebration of Chinatown, its […]
January 24, 2019
No one likes packing boxes to only unpack a couple of days later. Here are a few ideas to help ease the pain of moving house and to streamline the process. Before the Move Redirect mail and inform amenity providers of your disconnection day. Be mindful that if you are moving out of a rental […]
January 17, 2019
Not only are plants a cost effective way to decorate a room, they come with some amazing health benefits. Fresh Air: As we breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide, plants do the opposite. This helps purify the air around your home creating a fresher, toxin free zone. Easy to maintain: A lot of indoor […]
January 11, 2019
We understand that vacating a property can be stressful. We’ve come up with the following tips to help streamline the process and avoid any deductions taken from your bond. Make sure any outstanding bills / rent owning is paid Carpets and soft furnishings are professionally cleaned (make sure a copy of your receipt is sent […]
December 20, 2018
Here are a few reminders to keep a peace of mind when coming into the wet season. Know your risk – The coastal stretch between Exmouth and Broome has the highest incidence of cyclones anywhere in Australia. Cyclones not only bring destructive winds and flooding, but road/airport closures and food limitation. Get Prepared – Have […]
December 13, 2018
Make friends with your neighbours Clear over grown bushes and trees to avoid privacy for thieves Don’t leave any valuable possessions lying around your property or in view through your window Make it look like someone is home. Leave some old shoes out the front, or turn on lights at night time Check the security […]
December 6, 2018
As we are entering the warmer months it is almost certain you and your family will be taking a dip to cool off. From in-ground pools to paddling pools, it is important to follow legal obligation to avoid a fine or even worse an injury! The department of Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety have come […]
