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Seamless flowMoored by the marina

Offering pristine views of the Mandurah Ocean Marina, this first-floor apartment boasts an opulent and contemporary living option from the onset.

Greta Andrews-Taylor

More investment neededHousing safety net shrinking

Rising rents and property values have received significant attention in recent months, placing strain on many Western Australian households as they seek to make ends meet.

Greta Andrews-Taylor

Waterfront fancyEnviable waterfront living from top to toe

Contained within a small complex of only three abodes, this modern apartment in Mandurah will allow you to live the carefree lifestyle you have always dreamed of.

Greta Andrews-Taylor

Girl powerConstruction doesn’t need to be a man’s world

More women are opting to renovate and build, helped by BuildHer Collective

Jessie Stoelwinder

Less wasteCocktails from leftover veg? We are listening

How five food businesses use their scraps in ingenious ways

Jessie Stoelwinder

Circling backPremiumWhat is closing the loop and why is it important?

Two Perth wellness brands have united to fight the war on waste

Jessie Stoelwinder

Top tips?PremiumWhat are Millennials teaching their kids about money?

YOUR MONEY: The smashed avo generation is now dishing up finance tips to the kids. But what exactly are they telling them?

The Humphrey problemPremiumWhy Govt doesn’t want super stash going to your kids

It’s estimated that by 2060, one in every three dollars paid out from superannuation will be part of a death benefit or inheritance. So, what’s the problem with that?

Bruce Brammall

Colour me happyToning exercises

When designing a new or existing home people love to focus on colours and interior themes – but how much are cool and warm tones actually considered? Are there rules surrounding how these tones are used?

Erick Lopez

Built for foodiesCatering to their needs

Local foodies and caterers Ben Meel and Shatika Woolman recently shared how their love of food influenced the design of their Summit Homes build. Their stunning kitchen now provides the perfect setting to inspire new sweet and savoury recipes for their bruschetta creations.

Staff writer

Natural tonesThe bold and the beautiful

Boasting a marvellous mix between earthy and bold tones, this Weststyle custom build in Shenton Park offers a modern, open and light atmosphere inside and out.

Greta Andrews-Taylor

Perfect stormChallenging time to get a foot in the door

Western Australia’s strong growth in house prices at a time when wage growth is at, or close to, historic lows makes it increasingly difficult for first-time buyers to break into the market.

Penelope Thomas

What are the benefits of selling at auction?

Auctions remain a fairly niche segment of our local market.

Damian Collins

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Supporting local communitiesNiche service the key ingredient

Owning your own home has long been part of the Aussie dream, however for some indigenous Australians this pursuit is difficult to achieve for a number of economic, social and cultural reasons.

Anthony Matteo

Awards program provides guides for buyers

This week UDIA WA released the Awards for Excellence 2021 Nominated Projects booklet, which is a compilation of the incredible projects that have been entered into UDIA WA’s prestigious awards program this year.

Col Dutton

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Stunning surroundsBringing the outdoors in with style

Western Australians lucky enough to snag a stunning oceanfront block will want their home open to the views, with the kinds of unencumbered displays of sun, sea and horizon that give coastal properties their million-dollar price tags.

Tamra Carr

Green living options for the time-poor

For many apartment dwellers, not having a garden is part and parcel of the apartment lifestyle dream – no weeds to pull, no lawn to mow, no gardener to hire. Life without a suburban backyard is a time-saver, as much as it is a money-saver.

Ronald Chan

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Clever zoningBig on space and connection

A big family home with plenty of space to grow, the Sullivan by Celebration Homes emphasises comfortable family living through smart use of space and impressive functionality.

Staff writer

Lavish livingRefined features in abundance

Located in the prestigious suburb of Dalkeith, 119 Victoria Avenue provides an opportunity for lavish living on the banks of the Swan River.

Madelin Hayes

Loads of potentialPark up for some garage tips

The garage is a valuable, if often forgotten, component to a home. Whether it’s used to park the car, house an at-home gym, as a spot for storage or even a space to hang out with mates, it presents endless possibilities.

Anthony Matteo

Bellissimo! An ode to Italy

Bursting with multicultural influence, the dominant architecture seen in many of Perth’s older suburbs provides clues to their history.

Erick Lopez

Business and construction awards showcase WA industry excellence

At the 2021 Master Builders-Bankwest Excellence in Construction Awards held at Crown Perth on July 17, I was blown away by the commitment to quality workmanship and innovation in the nominated projects, and the overall energy in the industry.

John Gelavis

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City exodusLooking outside the metropolitan box

Property investors ignoring Perth’s outer-suburb apartments might be missing out, as urban sprawl is making fringe developments increasingly attractive prospects.

Tamra Carr

Great plansFirst dibs on a showstopper

Throw yourself a slab party at 38 Raleigh Road – a big block in Sorrento on the cusp of becoming a home.

Tamra Carr