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The article offers information on the investment potential of the rising population of older people in Australia including the rising demand for aged-care facilities and retirement villages, the focus of for-profit groups to operating and developing facilities and providing or managing health-care centers, and the government regulation over the aged-care industry.

The article discusses the impact of increasing interest rates in residential property market in Australia. RP Data research analyst Cameron Kusher says that increased interest rates will affect the market depending on how fast the rates will rise. Australian Property Monitors economist Matthew Bell adds that the market will remain weak and homeowners will be sensitive to interest rates. However, BIS Shrapnel analyst Angie Zigomanis sees that investors will boost the market for cheaper housing.

The article reports on the stocks that has recovered as the economic recovery takes hold in Australia. It states that the stocks include share prices, plunged asset values, and investors. It notes that Australian real estate investment trusts (A-REITs) lost 60 percent of their share price value but raised 26 billion dollars in the past six months. Moreover, it cites that A- REITs have focused on shopping centers due to continued performance of retail assets.

The article provides information on the effects of economic downturn on the national property market condition of several states in Australia. It mentions that New South Wales was hit hardly by the crisis, however, median house value of the state improved by 5.2%. BIS Shrapnel senior project manager Angie Zigomanis notes that Hobart, Tasmania house price is expected to grow by 15% in 2009-2012. It adds that Queensland might encounter shortages due to the increase of rental housing demand.

The article reports on the economic development offered by the buying conditions in the housing market in various capital cities in Australia. It states that investors in the country are considering the advantages they will acquire on the strong current status of the purchasing market due to its potential long-term growth. It provides median house prices offered from different Australian states including Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria.

The article reports on the property market development in various states in Australia. In Melbourne, Victoria, housing market price growth is expected to have a flat market status in 2009 as it approaches a 20% annualised mark. Sydney's property market is starting to recover after five years of no development in house-price growth. In Brisbane, Queensland, the affordability of property market is expected to suffer from an economic crisis due to the slowing performance of the resources sector.

The article focuses on the situation of Docklands in Melbourne, Victoria since its redevelopment. It notes that the area has attracted billions of dollars in investment and contained a mix of big-name commercial tenants. It also mentions that several leading projects in the area have been delayed due to economic downturn, but several big companies are still interested to invest.

The article examines the impact of the economic downturn on Australian franchises with healthy food, fitness and beauty offerings. IBISWorld predicts revenue growth in the gym sector to slow down in 2009. Food-court business Healthy Habits has made changes to keep its customers, launching meal deals and set-price pre-prepared items to cope with its customers's cautious spending. IBISWorld also sees revenue in the beauty therapy and day spa arena to decline in 2009.

The article focuses on the increasing number of properties for sale on cheaper price despite the status of the economy and property markets in Australia. It discusses the impact of the financial market downturn on the sale of properties, as well as other factors affecting the sale of such properties. An overview of the 10 cheapest seaside suburbs in Australia is also presented.

The article discusses various aspects of investing in commercial and residential properties in Australia. A survey from the Australian Direct Property Investment Association showed that direct property investment has averaged annualized returns of more than nine percent for two decades. Among strong residential investment options are apartments, homes, serviced apartments, student accommodation and retirement units.

The article discusses the performance of every city of Australia in terms of its property market. Bribane has become stronger than its southern counterparts because of its high overseas migration rates as well as strong economic growth. Some parts of Melbourne are having turns to improve their housing areas by implementing urban regeneration and new infrastructure projects. Perth, on the other hand, has stopped to grow following its huge dwelling price growth during the years 2004 and 2006.

The article looks at the commercial property sector in Australia. It reveals that there are many ways to invest in property without going near a house, and that the commercial property business can provide strong long-term returns. The article discusses key issues relating to industrial and retail properties, listed and unlisted property trusts in Australia.

The article focuses on the advantage of buying affordable coastal property in Australia in 2010. The report of RP Data Ltd. reveals that the 37% increased rate of home sales in coastal market implies the need for buyers to acquire coastal property due to the envisioned potential limits on buying opportunities upon economic recovery. Tim Lawless of RP Data says that 2010 is the right time to invest for coastal property along with its lowered prices in 2008 and 2009 due to economic instability.

The article focuses on Sunland Group Ltd. It states that the rapid decline of Dubai, United Arab Emirates during the period of 2008 to 2009 has caused the company to loose 145 million dollars. Nonetheless, Austock Securities equities analyst Rohan Sundram says that the company is in good financial position with a strong balance sheet. Moreover, Sunland's managing director Sahba Abedian mentions the plan of company to join the residential market in Middle East.

The article focuses on the market demand for Green Star-rated properties. It notes the efforts of the company to shift to Green-Star rated properties to enhance their environmental impact. It notes the positive impact of green building on the staff productivity and retention. Moreover, it highlights the workplace6, one of the greenest buildings in Australia which receive six star in the Green Star rating system, wherein Accenture Ltd. and Google Inc. rent in an effort to be greener.

The article offers information on several alternatives for investors to get involved in the property market in Australia. It mentions the growing trend of self-storage market as one of the lucrative businesses. It also presents the advantages of offering students accommodation since there is an increase in the number of overseas students studying in the region. In addition, taxi plates are good avenue for investment since there is the scarcity of them in the continent's major cities.

The article reports that residential and commercial property sector in Australia have the strongest returns with low risk despite global crisis. It notes that industrial property delivered returns of 11.3% with 2.3% volatility, while retail property have 11.8% returns and 3.4% volatility and residential property averaged 12.5% with volatility of 4.9%. Furthermore, emotional ties and certain financial and tax benefits are some of the factors that triggered higher returns in the industry.

The article discusses the decline of asset values and market capitalization of Stockland Trust Group real estate investment trust company. According to Stockland's managing director Matthew Quinn, there are still some business sections that are doing well and possibilities of improvement regarding its assets values are still feasible. Regardless of business disturbance, Quinn remains consistent on his approach. INSETS: MATTHEW QUINN ON A RECOVERY IN THE HOUSING MARKET;HOUSING AFFORDABILITY;MATTHEW QUINN ON STOCKLAND'S DECISION TO STOP POLITICAL DONATIONS.

The article discusses the adverse effects of the volatility in the financial sector on the property market of Australia. It says that volatility, which often accompanies investments in equity markets, hit the market with tightening credit markets, higher borrowing costs and economic uncertainty. These factors affect the transaction levels and that of sales. To survive from the situation, several financial services institutions are looking for some very good opportunities amidst volatility.

The article profiles the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) chief executive John Colvin who serves a charity board for a good cause. It states that Colvin has been chairman of the not-for-profit (NFP) board of Can Assist for 20 years since witnessing the early death of his mother Jean due to breast cancer and his female family members suffer from it. Colvin says that serving on NFP boards for networking purpose is not advisable but because it is of some interest to oneself.

The article discusses the report of Australian Property Monitor (APM) on the expected growth of house and unit prices in Victoria in 2010. It states that prices of Victorian houses across the country, including East Geelong, Carlton North, and Port Lonsdale, are expected to increase by 10%. However, it says that the increase of Melbourne's prices in 2009 is expected to slowdown in the first quarter of 2010 due to the effect of declining first-home buyer interest and increasing interest rates.

The article reports on the 10% increase in property price in Queensland in 2010. It states that the price growth resulted from various infrastructure and resources projects including China First project and Xstrata's Wandoan coal project. Moreover, the property prices also increase due to tourism and the defence industries.

The article discusses the increase of property prices in Western Australia in 2010. The Australian Property Monitors says that Perth has gained 8.7% growth in median house price in 2009. APM also predicts the areas that will have 10% growth in 2010 including South Hedland, Mandurah, and Mosman Park. Moreover, Hotspotting.com.au's Terry Ryder states that regional centres like Bunbury and Geraldton will be benefited by the iron ore projects in Western Australia.

The article focuses on the volatile outlook of home builders in the U.S. for 2010 despite the strong demand. Darren Mehl of Metricon states that people will be challenged because there is no more cash offers and interest rates arising. Jason Anderson of BIS Shrapnel states that many housing approvals prompted by the first-home-buyers' stimulus will not filter through until the middle of 2010. Mark Henesey-Smith of AV Jennings expects difficulties like credit access problems despite his optimism.

The article features Grocon P/L, an Australian family-owned construction and development company. It states that chief executive officer Daniel Grollo was able to add 200 staff while the company was in the U.S. and expects 25% increase of revenue for 2010. It adds that the firm is now working on several projects including the 1 Bligh Street tower in Sydney and the Carlton Brewery in Melbourne. It also mentions the company's funds management strategy through the Grocon Property Trust Australia.

The article reports that local retailers in Australia are having a difficulty because of the growing popularity of overseas online shopping. It states that online shopping became profitable in 2009 especially during the Christmas season. PayPal Australia managing director Frerk-Malte Feller imparts that Australia is not yet a mature market when it comes to internet sales and suggests that it should improve their web presence and give importance to their online strategies.

The article reports on the factors to be considered when selecting premises in Australia. It states that businesspersons must first determine the location of the competition and decide whether they would like to settle in the area. It cites that the addresses of customers and the staff must also be recognized because they would create a great impact on the business. It notes that its accessibility to public and its total costs must also be carefully viewed. INSET: Coke heads for North Shore.

The article discusses the trend in the fleet-leasing sector in Australia despite the impact of global financial crises. The Australian Fleet Lessors Association (AFLA) has leased over 480,000 cars by which the value of a car reached to 337,620 in December 2009 and expected to increase by 11.5 billion dollars in the same period by 2010. Jim Cock, managing director for GE Capital, stated that the size of the fleet industry was based on the need of companies that need cars in leasing business.

The article reports on the economic recovery of Western Australia. It notes that the state economy is beginning to recover, however there is a lag between the improvement of state finances and improved economic performance that challenges the recovery. Accordingly, the Gorgon project was the focus of the government, expected to produce job opportunities and market rebound giving an impact to the state economy.

The article focuses on the advantages gained by tenants in their leases in shopping centres despite the economic downturn. It states that the general manager of Bakers Delight, Gerry Gerrard, says that incentives became popular while rents did not decrease. According to Macquarie Research Equities, vacancy rates will not blow out but landlords will have weaker net property income growth if they offer incentives to tenants.

The article focuses on the investment made by billionaire wine baron and yachtsman Bob Oatley in upgrading Hamilton Island in Queensland. It notes that Oatley has paid 200 million dollars for the head lease on the island to transform it into the best tourist destination in the South Pacific. It talks on the island's redevelopment effort and its featured facilities such as a golf course designed by Peter Thompson. It cites Sandy Oatley's statement that their investment in the place is paying off.

The article reports that tenants will benefit from the weakening of office market due to the decline of demand in Australia. It states that tenants will experience lesser rents and higher incentives but would mean lesser asset values for office owners. It mentions an increase of the vacancy rate in the national and central business district. However, global chief economist Ray Torto of CB Richard Ellis says that the economic recovery in China will influence the demand for Australian resources.

The article focuses on Australia' real estate investment trusts (A-REITs). It notes that the over-all transactional levels of real estate industry is low due to tight credit, unwillingness of banks to provide loans, and lack of sales activity. It implies that the dislocation in capital markets as well as unfavourable foreign exchange and interest rates also add to poor economic performance of REITs. It expects for improvement and continuous limited repricing activity in the second half of 2009.

The article reports on the stable upswing in both residential and commercial property market in Australia following the global financial crisis. It notes that figures from RP Data Ltd. and Rismark, which indicate a 3.9% gained in national median dwelling values in January-May, 2009, support the renewed confidence among residential market professionals. Despite weak rental markets and unemployment challenges in 2010, it relates that the commercial property market is halfway through its downturn.

The article focuses on the interest of private investors on the prime-grade office market in Australia. It states that Australia got a total of 720 million dollars of prime-grade office sales value since October 2008 wherein 48% of the sales were done in Canberra. It notes that the decline of asset values lowered down the level of transactions in 2008 due to economic downturn. Moreover, BIS Shrapnel chief economist Frank Gelber forecasts that Australia will have a quick recovery in 2011.

The article focuses on the struggles of property trust companies with their declining asset values. It states that sectors and investors seek for a sign of strength to help them prepare in the financial reporting season. It is expected that the asset valuations of property sectors has dropped from 2008-2009, wherein the earnings per share growth fell by 19% after a 13.7% gain in 2007-2008. The share prices and total returns dropped while asset prices and A-REITs raised 14.6 billion dollars.

The article offers information on the status of Australia's ski resort industry during the 2009 ski season amid the financial crisis. According to Gillian Dobson, management board spokeswoman at Mt. Buller in Victoria, around 85,000 people had visited the area until July 17, 2009. Dobson adds that more visitors are encouraged by heavy snow falls and cheap package deals offered by the resort. Other ski resorts in Australia include the Huski resort, Perisher Ski Resort, and Quay West resort.

The article focuses on the impact of the global financial crisis on Queensland's economy, and the plans to be implemented in the next fiscal year to address the problem. It notes that the crisis made unexpected deficits for the state, increased unemployment rate, and decreased transactions in the property sector. It mentions several solutions that will be taken by the state such as establishing a huge infrastructure spending spree. Andrew Fraser, the state treasurer, has commented on the plans.

The article focuses on price declines of properties at coastal suburbs in Australia due to the global financial crisis. These areas include Abbey in Western Australia, which faces a decline in median house prices. As absentee investors are affected by the crises, more local and owner-occupier buyers are offered the opportunity to negotiate a bargain, says research analyst Cameron Kusher. Other near-water markets noted also include Wombarra and Cranbourne South in Victoria.

The article focuses on the approach taken by Australand Holdings Ltd. managing director Bob Johnston in raising cash for the business in Australia. It cites the effort of Johnston in selling more than 90 million dollars of investment assets. It reveals that the company has been able to raise 460 million dollars. The move is designed to make the company ahead of the market.

The article focuses on the measures taken by residential developer Mirvac Group Ltd. to fight the economic downturn. It states that Mirvac made block sizes smaller to lessen the cost of properties. Mirvac Group managing director Nick Collishaw cites the sales of the company's apartment developments. It notes that Mirvac extended its loans until 2011 and reduced shareholder payouts from 13.4¢ to 8.9¢. Strategies employed by Mirvac under Collishaw's leadership are also discussed.

The article focuses on the issue the increasing demand of green office market despite the global financial crisis. It indicates that tenants prefer more on green buildings rather than energy and sustainability. A survey conducted by Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. and the company CoreNet revealed that 78% per cent of respondents consider energy and sustainability as a factor in location, however, 81% of respondents consider, green building ratings in their building selections.

The article focuses on the practicability of self-employment for the unemployed during recession. Sam Leader, editor of "Flying Solo" says that recession is the ideal time wherein unemployed individuals can start their own business since they have less to loss while enterprise partner Andrew Kesik asserts on the value of developing a business plan to avoid business failure. Founder of Smart Start Marketing Dawn Richards discusses on product, market competition, and effective advertising.

The article focuses on the increase in the number of potential home buyers in Australia given the first-home-owners' boost by the federal government. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd says that the boost payment, which is set to expire on June 30, 2009, has been successful in boosting the confidence of the housing market. The government program is expected to create housing activity worth $45 billion.

The article presents the Australian government stimulus packages offered to the privately-owned development and residential construction sector. According to Grocon chief executive of construction Daniel Grollo, there is an economic slowdown in the country in terms of investments of the private sector. It states that the slowdown had a great impact on the country's property developers wherein some projects were cancelled and there has been a cut-down of workers.

The article focuses on the importance of cutting property costs for companies in times of global financial crisis. It states that getting rid of unnecessary space, at the same time considering efficiency improvements, is quicker than what other cost cutting measures such as laying off staff achieve. It provides several ways for cutting property costs including the reduction of portfolio, taking advantage of market conditions, and optimizing capital investment.

The article reports on the continued financial crisis in the real estate investment trusts in Australia in 2009. Results of a market analysis showed indications that the global financial crisis and low asset values continue to affect the real estate industry. Businesses continue to experience low income and poor market performance due to the decrease in demand for real estate products.

The article focuses on the impact of the global financial crisis on the coastal property market in Australia. It relates that many retirees from the baby boom generation are reconsidering their retirement plans of having residential properties at the Australian coasts due to the decline in superannuation savings. It notes that the threat of rising sea levels presents negative implications on the coastal property market, resulting to the decline in property values of up to 95%.

The article reports on the growing virtual-office business in Australia. It indicates the close relation that virtual office shares to the serviced office as it allows the accessibility of services by businesses. According to executive director Taine Moufarrige of Servcorp, the ability of small businesses to access bigger companies' infrastructure can be provided by a good-quality serviced office, enabling the former to cut costs and maintain professional approach without cutting corners.

The article reports on the expected effect of the economic downturn in the decline of prices in the office, retail trade, and industrial market in Australia. It states that the commercial property market in the continent has experienced a decline in asset value in 2008. Accordingly, property owners were forced to sell instead of buying properties. It notes that when the case still will happen in 2009, it is advisable for the astute investors to bargain properties in the commercial market.