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Australian Property Hub sells new property developments to local and international clientele. We assess each client individually and advise them on which property would be best suited to their needs. Our clients range from first home buyers to experienced property buyers, those wanting residential property and those wanting investment properties. We believe that investing in the right property is one of the keys to building a strong financial future and we, as experienced property buyers, will help you find the property that is right for you.

A lot of apartment owners don't think about acoustic design until they're already living with the consequences: hearing ...
17/09/2026

A lot of apartment owners don't think about acoustic design until they're already living with the consequences: hearing the neighbour's dishwasher, the lift, or footsteps upstairs.

You will be most unlucky if your neighbour works night shift or they are younger people who goes out till the wee hours of the morning.

It's rarely a defect. It's just what "meeting code" meant 15-20 years ago. Buildings under NCC 2022 carry tighter acoustic separation requirements, for both footsteps and voices.

If you've upgraded apartments before and it was just as noisy as the last one, this is usually why.

Sydney clients ask me this whenever they’re relocating: “What’s Melbourne’s version of the North Shore without the tolls...
14/09/2026

Sydney clients ask me this whenever they’re relocating: “What’s Melbourne’s version of the North Shore without the tolls or the hour-long commute?”

Glen Iris often fits the brief. It’s leafy and established, around 20 minutes from the CBD, with no tollway required and access to highly regarded school zones.

It’s not an exact match, but it’s worth a closer look before defaulting to the suburbs everyone already knows.

Oil just went back above US$100 a barrel because of what's happening in the Strait of Hormuz. It's the kind of headline ...
10/09/2026

Oil just went back above US$100 a barrel because of what's happening in the Strait of Hormuz. It's the kind of headline that feels far away, until you're at the servo watching the numbers climb.

I hear this from so many apartment owners lately. They love where they live, but the building can't keep up. No EV charging because the switchboard can't handle it. Body corporate meetings that go around in circles. Energy bills that feel too high for a place that's supposed to be modern.

Here's the part backed by real numbers. Australians searched for "EV" online almost three times as often the last time fuel prices spiked hard, and electric car sales jumped over 40% in a single month. People are already voting with their wallets, and the demand for EV ready buildings isn't a maybe anymore.

Buildings completed under NCC 2022 standards have that charging capacity built in from the very beginning, well before the petrol price makes the decision for you.

Sometimes it's not about renovating the old building. It's about finding one that was ready for this day years before it arrived.

I hear this from so many apartment owners. They love where they live, but the building just can’t keep up.There’s no EV ...
09/09/2026

I hear this from so many apartment owners. They love where they live, but the building just can’t keep up.

There’s no EV charging because the switchboard can’t handle it. Body corporate meetings go around in circles. And the energy bills are far too high for a “modern” building.

Sadly, these problems aren’t always easy to fix. Upgrading an older strata building can cost a small fortune, and getting everyone to agree can be even harder.

Buildings completed under NCC 2022 standards have this infrastructure planned from the beginning.

Sometimes, it’s not about renovating the old building. It’s about finding a building that’s ready for the future.

Glen Iris doesn't try hard to impress anyone, and that's exactly why people who move here tend to stay.A train line into...
07/09/2026

Glen Iris doesn't try hard to impress anyone, and that's exactly why people who move here tend to stay.

A train line into the city. A tram down Toorak Road. A creek trail you can walk for an hour without seeing a car. For a lot of the new arrivals I work with, that quiet reliability is the whole appeal.

If you're relocating to Melbourne and someone's told you to "just look at the eastern suburbs," Glen Iris deserves a proper look, not because it's flashy, but because it isn't.

05/09/2026

Walking along the riverside to Flinders & CityHall station.

A low body corporate fee can be far more expensive than a high one.Why? Because body corporate fees aren’t just a cost. ...
01/09/2026

A low body corporate fee can be far more expensive than a high one.

Why? Because body corporate fees aren’t just a cost. They reveal how well a building is managed and whether expensive problems are being ignored.

Here’s how I assess them with clients:

$500–$1,500 per quarter (low)
Usually covers basic maintenance with few or no amenities, often in an older building. Always check the sinking fund. Deferred maintenance may be the hidden cost behind a “cheap” fee.

$1,500–$3,000 per quarter (mid)
Often indicates solid management, regular upkeep and some amenities. This is where many buyers feel comfortable.

$3,000+ per quarter (high)
May include a concierge, gym, pool or gardens. It can be worthwhile if you’ll use the amenities and the building is well managed. If not, you may be paying for services that add little value to your lifestyle.

Instead of asking, “Are the fees high?” ask:

“What am I getting for them, and is the sinking fund healthy?”

Before signing anything, request two documents:

1. The last two AGM minutes
2. The 10-year maintenance plan

They’re often the most honest documents in the buying process.

What’s the highest body corporate fee you’ve seen and did it feel justified?

A frustration I hear on repeat from clients living in older apartment buildings: the body corporate still hasn't agreed ...
30/08/2026

A frustration I hear on repeat from clients living in older apartment buildings: the body corporate still hasn't agreed on EV charging, years after residents first raised it.

At 623 Collins, this isn't a retrofit conversation. 120 car spaces are accessed via Spencer Street, designed with modern infrastructure built in from the outset, and additional spaces are available to purchase for Reserve Residences buyers. Three-bedroom-plus apartments come with a car space included.

It's a small detail in the context of a whole building, but it's exactly the kind of thing that separates a genuinely modern development from one still catching up to 2026.

29/08/2026

Art or Graffiti
Beyond the visuals, Hosier Lane embodies Melbourne's vibrant laneway culture. Tucked just off Flinders Street, it offers a distinct contrast to the city's formal Victorian architecture, creating a grit-meets-art atmosphere. Its rich colors and striking urban aesthetic make it a backdrop for photography and street art enthusiasts. Paired with its proximity to cozy espresso bars and hidden dining spots, Hosier Lane delivers an authentic slice of the city’s creative pulse.

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28/08/2026

There’s nothing quite like late August in Melbourne.

Footy finals fever is building, the laneways glow in the early evening, and the cooler weather makes a hot bowl of ramen even better.

With Marvel Stadium and the MCG just a short trip from Collins Street, newcomers can expect to get swept up in finals season,whether they planned to or not.

My advice if you’re new to Melbourne? You have to embrace it. People are passionate about their team.

What do you love most about Melbourne at this time of year?

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