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Fiji Expands Housing Support Scheme to Tackle Affordability and Boost Eco-Friendly Development
In a decisive move to combat the nation’s growing housing shortage, the Fijian government has rolled out an expanded Housing Assistance Scheme, designed to accelerate the supply of affordable, energy-efficient homes while stimulating developer activity across the country.
Announced in early July 2025, the package is aimed squarely at middle- and low-income families, and is being positioned as a critical pillar in Fiji’s 2025–26 national development strategy.
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Cupcakes & QR Codes: The Sweet Strategy That Sold a Home in Record Time
Junction Estate Agents has proven that in today’s fast-moving property market, a little creativity can go a long way, even if it comes in the form of frosting and sprinkles.
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Instagram Just Became Your Most Powerful Search Tool – Here’s Why Real Estate Marketers Should Pay Attention
If you’ve been relying on Instagram purely as a brand awareness tool, it’s time to rethink your strategy. In a significant update, Google has begun indexing Instagram content, including Reels, carousels, and posts from professional accounts into search results. This changes everything for real estate professionals and marketers.
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Rebuilding Vanuatu: Real Estate Steps Up After the December Earthquake
When a 7.3-magnitude earthquake rocked Vanuatu in December 2024, the devastation across Port Vila and surrounding regions served as a stark reminder of the Pacific’s vulnerability to natural disaster.
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Why Real Estate in Fiji & Vanuatu Is On the Cusp of a New Era
The Pacific isn’t just a postcard. It’s a property opportunity — and it’s about to explode.
Fiji and Vanuatu are entering a transformative phase in their real estate evolution.
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24-Year-Old to Launch ScaleApp: The App Helping Young Aussies Buy Property
Launching this Monday, 14 July, a new PropTech platform is aiming to redefine how young Australians approach property planning.
ScaleApp, developed by 24-year-old financial modeller Nick Melrose, allows users to simulate their personal financial and property decisions over a 50-year timeline — combining budgeting, tax forecasting, real property data, and investment strategy into a single, visual platform.
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LJ Hooker’s Canva-Driven Shake-Up: Real Estate Branding, Rewritten
LJ Hooker has undertaken a significant brand and operational upgrade across its trans-Tasman network, adopting Canva’s enterprise platform to modernise content delivery, enhance consistency, and bring creative execution directly into the hands of its franchisees.
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PODCAST: Everything You Need To Know About Social Media in Property Management
In the first episode of Real Estate Today - Australia's 'The Chat' we sit down with the Queen of Social Media in the Australian Property Ma
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Raine & Horne wins innovation award for its cutting-edge technology that is driving growth across Australasia and the Pacific
Raine & Horne, one of Australasia’s most prominent real estate networks, has been honoured with the prestigious 2024 Innovation Award at the
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How Australians Can Buy Property in Fiji: A Comprehensive Guide
Fiji, with its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and friendly locals, has become an attractive destination for Australians looking to...
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Sam Lewis leads Ray White’s growth into the Vanuatu market
Joining the ranks of Ray White’s international agencies, including those in Hong Kong and Indonesia, Mr Lewis’s Port Vila office will serve
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Raine & Horne Celebrates 35 Years of Global Presence Since its Launch in Malaysia
Real estate super brand Raine & Horne is celebrating a significant milestone today. It marks 35 years since launching an office network in
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