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March 10, 2023
Planning to enter the property market in 2023? Here’s what you should know
If you're considering buying a property in 2023, there are a few things you need to be aware of. It’s not exactly news the Reserve...
March 3, 2023
Knife’s edge or generational opportunity?
BY GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Geelong There are many factors that can influence the performance of the property market, including economic conditions, interest rates,...
February 24, 2023
The countdown is on: is your loan among the 800,000 fixed-term loans expiring this year?
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) predicts about 800,000 fixed-term loans will expire this year, which could result in a minimum 40 per cent...
February 10, 2023
The cost of building a home in Australia: what to expect in 2023
There are tons of reasons why people may prefer to build a new home instead of buying an established home. You can customise everything to...
February 3, 2023
Green shoots or weeds?
BY GARETH KENT The Geelong and Surf Coast housing market continues to be a watch-and-see game in 2023, with notable purchaser groups missing from the...
January 27, 2023
Interest-only loans: friend or foe?
WITH THE UFINANCIAL TEAM Refinancing numbers have increased by 13.8 per cent year-on-year in response to recent rate hikes. With about $370 billion worth of mortgages...
January 20, 2023
2023 property market forecast
BY GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Geelong My closing article for 2022 addressed specific coming project announcements and the benefit they will have on the...
January 13, 2023
The 2023 housing market: what to expect
WITH DANIEL SENIA If you are thinking of buying or building a home in the next 12 months, it pays to be prepared for what...
January 6, 2023
Hired help makes DIY more doable
WITH REALESTATEVIEW.COM.AU With the holiday season here, many Aussies have lit-up their home with festive decorations. Others will use their leave time to tackle a...
January 6, 2023
2022 in Review. What Just Happened??
BY GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Patterson This year has been harder on people than the previous COVID years combined. I think everyone has found it hard to...
December 30, 2022
Financial Resolutions for 2023
BY LEIGH DELEDIO Director, UFinancial 2023 is almost here. As is customary at this time of the year, people take some time to reflect on the...
December 23, 2022
Council recognises MP’s service for Greater Geelong region
LAST week's Council's meeting was significant for a number of reasons. One of those was that we endorsed the establishment of a civic City of...
December 23, 2022
Aquatic and leisure centre build passes halfway mark
A major milestone has been met on one of the Bellarine's biggest capital projects. Builders have passed the halfway mark on the first stage of...
December 16, 2022
Region benefits culturally and economically from music events
Whether it's on the streets, in our small venues or our major festival sites, it's been a memorable year for live music in Geelong. Our...
December 16, 2022
How to plan for interest rate rises
By Daniel Senia Knowing when to expect interest rate rises in Australia and how to prepare your budget accordingly will mean that you are better...
December 9, 2022
Transport, community, tourist and cultural infrastructure important for livable city
EARLIER this year, Council released its Priority Projects document. In it was a list of essential transport, community, tourist and cultural infrastructure projects that have...
December 9, 2022
Come for the lifestyle, stay for the care
Ocean Mist Aged Care is located in Torquay. Staff and management focus on ensuring that residents are provided the time and support to adapt to...
December 9, 2022
Let your coastal living dreams set sail
Live bigger at Lifestyle Bellarine and Lifestyle St Leonards. If you're dreaming about downsizing to your slice of paradise on the Bellarine Peninsula, add Lifestyle...
December 9, 2022
Final stages selling fast at Bellarine Lakes Country Club
Bellarine Lakes Country Club continues to attract overwhelming interest in this thriving community. Finals stages are now selling and strong interest has seen more than...
December 9, 2022
Holiday, every day
Do you dream of the relaxation of resort style-living, in a close-knit and thriving community? Get the best of both worlds at Bellarine Springs. Longing...
December 9, 2022
Local aged care worker’s dedication pays off
Country to Coast Home Care Services, founded by Surf Coast resident Lucy Lincoln, delivers in-home care services to our local seniors. Ms Lincoln said what...
December 9, 2022
Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
It can seem like there isn't much help available when it comes to your retirement living expenses if you don't qualify for the Age...
December 9, 2022
Travellers embrace the return of luxury coach tours with Christians
Following a turbulent few years for the travel industry, Christians Bus is thrilled to be on the road again, taking loyal clients to see...
November 29, 2022
Fear Comm Games may worsen housing crisis
BY MIBENGE NSENDULUKA/AAP LOW income earners and Indigenous communities across regional Victoria will be most impacted by a potential rise in housing costs brought on...
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