In some spots, the cost to buy a typical house has dropped by double digits, while first home buyers are propping up the more affordable areas.

Experts say the harbour city’s property downturn extends beyond the most expensive spots. It is creating opportunities for some.

In some spots, the cost to buy a typical house has dropped by double digits, while first home buyers are propping up the more affordable areas.

Experts say the harbour city’s property downturn extends beyond the most expensive spots. It is creating opportunities for some.

Inspired by Western Australia’s iconic Bibbulmun Track, the award-winning dual residence has beach views, flexible living – and carries a lesson in urban infill.

Inspired by Western Australia’s iconic Bibbulmun Track, the award-winning dual residence has beach views, flexible living – and carries a lesson in urban infill.

Sellers can fetch a premium by going to auction rather than accepting the highest offer prior, but the gap between the two is narrowing.

Sellers can fetch a premium by going to auction rather than accepting the highest offer prior, but the gap between the two is narrowing.

As the weather heats up and the silly season approaches, celebrations ramp up. What better way to enjoy the sun than heading outdoors for a pool party?

As the weather heats up and the silly season approaches, celebrations ramp up. What better way to enjoy the sun than heading outdoors for a pool party?

Some loans are falling into arrears at a greater level than the rest of the country’s mortgage market.