Talent trends for 2019

Balancing automation with human workers, the impact of chatbots and a widening talent mismatch are among the trends expected to shape the recruitment market in 2019, says recruiting expert Hays.

Homes for Homes tackles the affordable housing crisis

Homes for Homes, the brainchild of The Big Issue, has awarded its first $500,000 in funding to tackle Australia’s chronic shortage of 200,000 social and affordable homes.

High stakes, high margins and high temperatures

Share the highs and lows of foreign assignments and the lessons learnt as we interview property professionals on their overseas experiences for season two of the Property Puzzle podcast.

People on the Move

Greg Paramor AO joins Juwai’s board, AMP Capital appoints Brett Williams as fund manager, as Kylie O’Connor takes on the COO role. Meanwhile REA Group’s chief Tracey Fellows moves on.

What does the Victorian election mean for property?

As Victorians head to the polls on Saturday, three issues – infrastructure investment, planning controls and stable government – will influence the future of the property industry and the state, says Cressida Wall.

$800 million Karrinyup centre upgrade kicks off

An $800 million redevelopment of the Karringyup shopping centre in Perth will double its footprint, incorporate new supermarkets, large-format international retailers and an entertainment precinct to offer the “next generation of retail experiences”.

Australia boasts three top transparent markets

Three Australian cities – Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane – feature in the Top 15 most transparent real estate markets in the world in JLL’s new City Transparency Report analysing 158 cities.

Best practice principles for seniors living launched

A new guide for designers and developers of retirement communities, created by the Property Council and ThomsonAdsett, will support best practice thinking, innovation and a true resident focus.

425 million Melbourne Connect takes shape

Construction has commenced on Melbourne Connect, a new precinct on the site of the former Royal Women’s Hospital that will foster new ways of thinking and learning.

Why it’s time to expand the temperature band in offices

The average commercial office building maintains a fixed temperature based on old data and outdated workplace practices. It’s time for change, says the Better Building Partnership’s Esther Bailey.