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  • Property Real Estate
  • 15/01/2026
  • 20:56
Gold Coast Vung Tau

Vietnam Island Metropolis Project Gains Global Exposure Through Times Square Display

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amid a global shift toward sustainable living, experience-led lifestyles and urban ecosystems, Gold Coast Vung Tau is positioning Vietnam on the global map with the emergence of its first international island metropolis, developed under the Eco–Cinematic Living philosophy.The Gold Coast Vung Tau TVC was recently displayed on large-format LED screens at Times Square, New York, highlighting the project’s push to reach global audiences with a Vietnam-born island metropolis built to international standards.Gold Coast Vung Tau featured on Times Square billboardA new urban vision from VietnamResponding to changing lifestyles and…

  • Property Real Estate
  • 29/10/2025
  • 00:11
Green Building Initiative

Green Building Initiative and Global Electronics Council Align to Advance Whole Building Energy Efficiency

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Green Building Initiative (GBI) has announced that the Global Electronics Council’s (GEC) EPEAT® ecolabel will serve as an additional pathway for evaluating the sustainability and efficiency of products within GBI Ascent™ and Green Globes® certifications. This alignment strengthens the connection between product-level sustainability and building-level performance, enabling more holistic evaluation of energy efficiency across the built environment.“We are pleased to promote EPEAT as a trusted resource for procurement professionals and manufacturers to support delivery and implementation of the most efficient products available,” said Vicki Worden, GBI CEO.“Energy use in the built…

  • Government Federal, Property Real Estate
  • 23/05/2025
  • 06:00
Everybody's Home

New MPs urged to put housing first as crisis continues to deepen

Everybody’s Home has written to every newly elected Member of Parliament, urging them to make housing affordability a top priority in the next term of government. The national housing campaign provided each MP with a detailed housing snapshot of their electorate, highlighting the scale of the crisis facing their local communities. The data reveals alarming rates of homelessness, social housing shortfalls, and rising rental and mortgage stress in the very seats that flipped in this year’s federal election. The electorate-level housing snapshots reveal: Rents in many electorates are hundreds of dollars above the national average Social housing waitlists stretch beyond…

  • Political, Property Real Estate
  • 22/11/2024
  • 06:01
Shelter - SGS Economics & Planning

Sydney rental prices highest in country as rental affordability hits record low

Rental affordability has hit record lows in Sydney with low-income earners bearing the brunt of the crisis, according to the tenth annual National Shelter-SGS Economics and Planning Rental Affordability Index. The study, which was released today, compares rents to average incomes and revealed rents in Greater Sydney are significantly higher than any other region in Australia. While the median rental price in Sydney increased 10.8 per cent, raising $70 to $720 in the year through to June 2024, the average rental household income only increased by 5.5 per cent. Over the past three years, Sydney has seen a drop in…

  • Political, Property Real Estate
  • 23/09/2024
  • 06:08
Everybody's Home

Aussies on lowest incomes priced out of rentals

A new Everybody’s Home report reveals that Australians on the lowest incomes are being priced out of renting in virtually every corner of the country, despite a rise in Centrelink payments and rent assistance. The ‘Priced Out’ 2024 report shows people who primarily rely on Centrelink payments and the full-time minimum wage would be in severe rental stress across all capital cities and most regional areas. The report applies Friday’s indexation increase to Centrelink payments and 10 percent rise to Commonwealth Rent Assistance (CRA) with indexation on top, with the findings underscoring the need for more social housing and for…

  • Property Real Estate
  • 20/06/2024
  • 15:07
Mountain Assets

Mountain Assets Wins Most Outstanding Professional Services at 2024 Sutherland Shire Local Business Awards

SYDNEY, Australia, June 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain Assets is proud to announce that we have been awarded the Most Outstanding Professional Services at the 2024 Sutherland Shire Local Business Awards. The prestigious award was presented at a grand ceremony held at Doltone House, Sylvania Waters, yesterday, June 19, 2024.The Sutherland Shire Local Business Awards are a celebration of the exceptional businesses in the local community, recognizing those who have made significant contributions through their services, innovation, and commitment to excellence. This award highlights our dedication to providing top-tier professional services and our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. This…

  • Environment, Property Real Estate
  • 14/06/2024
  • 17:20
By Chris Kerr, Vice President Home & Distribution, Schneider Electric

Becoming a prosumer as part of Australia’s journey to electrification

In the face of a worsening climate crisis and rising electricity prices, Australians are seeking ways to reduce their environmental impact and save money to combat the effects of these two important issues. They are turning to public and private enterprise for answers, hoping for solutions that address these challenges in a rapidly changing landscape. Education is essential to be able to navigate the maze of facts, figures, options, and opinions. Being empowered by knowledge will equip Australians to determine their own journeys towards net zero and cost savings, especially the emerging generation of prosumers. What is a prosumer? ‘Prosumers’…

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  • Property Real Estate
  • 09/04/2024
  • 11:57
LocalAgentFinder

Revolutionising Real Estate: How Australian Agents are Embracing TikTok for a Market Edge

In the dynamic world of real estate, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Australian real estate agents, known for their innovative approaches, are now turning towards an unlikely ally - TikTok. This social media platform, characterised by short, engaging videos, is reshaping how properties are marketed down under. Gone are the days when property listings were confined to storefronts and websites. Today, TikTok's global influence is undeniable, and its impact on real estate marketing is remarkable. Agents use this platform for its massive reach, especially to connect with Gen Zs and Millennials, who make up the majority of TikTok…

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  • Political, Property Real Estate
  • 09/02/2024
  • 07:31
Everybody's Home

Rising regional rents demand govt action

Ahead of aNational Regional Housing Summit, new analysis by Everybody’s Home reveals the top ten regional areas that have been smashed by a spike in rents. MPs, industry bodies and not-for-profits will meet in Canberra today to discuss solutions to the regional housing crisis. Meanwhile, an Everybody’s Home analysis of SQM Research data shows regional areas in Queensland, Western Australia, Victoria and South Australia have copped double-digit percentage rent rises over the past year. Asking rents in the top ten worst affected regions are at least $37 extra per week compared to a year ago, with renters in Northern WA…

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