December 5, 2024
Committee for Lorne: A Shag or a Cormorant?
Though I lament the new, unrequested 'AI summary' that Google now foists upon researchers in response to almost any search request, annoyingly, it proved...
December 5, 2024
Why is the Geelong CBD in such desperation right now?
WITH GARETH KENT - DIRECTOR, PRESTON ROWE PATERSON I am thrilled our new mayor has made the CBD his priority and so many are getting...
November 28, 2024
What is capital gains tax and how might it affect you?
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Capital gains tax (CGT) is a tax you pay on the profit made from selling or exchanging...
November 28, 2024
Committee for Lorne: Fireworks on New Year’s Eve
Last year, Committee for Lorne arranged to stage fireworks off the pier on New Years Eve for the first time in several years. This project...
November 21, 2024
Can Donald Trump affect the Geelong property market?
WITH GARETH KENT DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON Global changes affect our property markets directly, and astute investors need to keep one eye on world events. In...
November 21, 2024
Committee for Lorne: Abalone, limpets, and other molluscs
The following post appeared on the One and Only Lorne Community Facebook Page on November 6th under the banner and logo of the...
November 13, 2024
Young Victorians embrace regional property boom as affordability drives demand
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Victoria’s real estate market is witnessing a significant shift as young first-home buyers increasingly seek affordable housing...
November 8, 2024
Committee for Lorne: Summer is fun, but.…
As more and more visitors flock to our southern coastline, there is an ever-increasing risk of misadventure, for many traps and hazards await the...
November 7, 2024
It’s all talk with housing
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON We have just been treated to 10 days of housing policies by our Premier. It seems the penny has...
October 31, 2024
Committee for Lorne: The Spotted-Tailed Quoll
I hope, long, and ache to see one ... though in a lifetime of hoping, longing, and aching, I have yet to experience that...
October 31, 2024
Renewed confidence: Victorian first-home buyers surge to highest levels in nearly two years
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL The number of first-home buyers entering the Victorian property market has surged to its highest level in...
October 24, 2024
Asking prices are the guide to the residential market
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON I want to dedicate this article this week to my mate, Bob, who passed away on Monday afternoon. It...
October 17, 2024
3228 Property Market Update (Q3 2024)
WITH NATURAL REAL ESTATE'S OLIVIA SWAN The second half of the year has seen a steady stream of new property listings, keeping buyers active and...
October 17, 2024
Superannuation or housing – or both?
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL The debate between investing in superannuation and property has been around for years, but we would say...
October 11, 2024
Committee for Lorne: Keeping us ‘safe’
My irrepressibly curious, brave, foolhardy, but dearly-loved Border Terrier, 'Blighty', would be non-plussed by the currently pervasive bureaucratic fixation on "keeping us...
October 11, 2024
The case for abolishing negative gearing is flawed
The annual kite flying from our politicians for the banning of negative gearing is on again and is another prime example of a lack...
October 7, 2024
A unique venue for corporate end-of-year
For anyone looking to reward their staff with a unique end of year celebration they won't forget, look no further than The Blues Train. Located...
October 7, 2024
Pool parties at a sunny hotspot
When your team wants to let their hair down at an end-of-year celebration, Sunnymead Hotel is just the place. Like something out of Barbie, this...
October 7, 2024
Arcare – the new age of care
Australian owned and operated for more than 40 years, Arcare is renowned for creating stunning architecturally designed living environments with luxurious interiors and spacious...
October 7, 2024
Cost of living pressure continue beyond the grave – can your executors afford to administer your estate?
When someone passes away, the people appointed by the will to manage the deceased person's affairs (the executors) are often required to apply for...
October 7, 2024
Making the journey a better one
Country to Coast Home Care Services founded in 2018, is an award-winning home care service provider helping people stay comfortable and connected, in their...
October 7, 2024
Have issues with your aged care?
If you support someone receiving aged care services, are receiving care yourself, or thinking about your aged care options, it is essential to know...
October 7, 2024
What happens to your pet if something happens to you?
If your elderly parent needs to move into aged care, could you, or are you in a situation that you could take care of...
October 7, 2024
How to use your superannuation to boost your Centrelink benefits
When planning for retirement, two key pillars we often lean on are superannuation and Centrelink. Superannuation is widely regarded as one of the most tax-effective...
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