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There are signs demand in some CBD office leasing markets will increase in 2014 despite rising vacancies last year. Australian Property Council research shows the nation’s office market vacancy rate rose in the past six …

The RBA left interest rates on hold, with the official rate at 2.5%. Commercial property experts say this brings some good news for the industry – particularly those in the tourism-related sector.

A-REITs give investors exposure to the capital growth and rental income of big property assets. What is the outlook for this investment sector in 2014?

Experts say CBD car parks are an increasingly sought-after investment. They are low-maintenance, can be open 24-hours a day, can operate automatically and have low refurbishment costs.

Commercial property will help Australia’s economy shift away from mining investment, a new survey reveals. The Property Council-ANZ Property Industry Confidence Index shows commercial market sentiment lifted in the March quarter survey.

Wondering what diamond mining, organic farming and super funds could possibly have in common? They – along with online shopping and online publishing and broadcasting – are among the industries business analysts from IbisWorld expect to rocket this year.

Thinking about exporting? Here are five industries you might want to look at. While most of us naturally think of minerals as Australia’s most sought-after commodities, some other industries are tipped to become key players …

Investors are offering hefty prices in a bid to secure quality CBD properties in Sydney and Melbourne.

The Apple Isle has been feeling the pain of the retreating forest and manufacturing sectors, but opportunities for investors remain, Paul Thornhill finds.