The Perth Property Show

This week, Perth industrial sales and leasing stalwart, Wayne Chorley, is back in the studio to give us an update on the phenomenal growth story in his asset class of choice. How long will this run last? Wayne even has a view on this!

This week, Adam Naumovski, Grandmaster REIWA salesman and Perth's most prolific seller of infill units for the last decade, is back in the studio after 5 years to provide an update on the Balga, Westminster, and Nollamara markets.

This week, Trent sits down with one of the brightest sparks in the property industry in WA, Sean Morrison. Advising both Government and the private sector, Sean is acutely attuned to the machinations of the Perth property industry and where it is falling short in meeting its supply targets. An interesting listen.

This week, Finbar General Manager, Scott Cameron, jumps back in the studio to update the listenership on WA's largest apartment developer's progress across its projects, whats in the pipeline, and the policy reform he would like to see happening moving into the 2025 election.

This weeks episode is the audio component of the recent webinar recorded by Trent Fleskens, titled: Lifeboat For A Tsunami - an update on the Perth property market in May 2024. To watch the webinar in video format, please visit: https://www.strategicpropertygroup.com.au/resources/webinars

This week, we catch up with one of the few apartment developers in WA to have started and finished a large apartment development project since Covid. Luke Parker of OP properties shares his candid experience on how the last 4 years of market dynamics impacted his project at Montreal Commons, how close the project was to being mothballed, and how he was able to deliver and successful and applauded project to the Fremantle market in such trying times after all. This is a very interesting listen.

This week, Trent dives into the inbox and answers questions around property investment strategies in Perth, the foreign buyers surcharge, the history of housing over the decades, and more...

This week, we have the pleasure of exploring the challenges facing WA's planning and housing supply realities with industry leader, Jane Bennett. Jane is the Managing Director of CLE Town Planning, Deputy Chair of the WAPC, and sits on the boards of DevWA and the Future of Freo. This chat is one of the most insightful we've had for a long time and is well worth a listen!

This week, Emily Young, Interim Executive Director of the Property Council of Australia (WA), sits down with Trent to outline PCA's key advocacy document for the upcoming 2025 WA State Government election campaign, which includes a number of interesting and compelling ideas to improve WA's current housing crisis. Don't miss this very informative chat.

This week, we sit down with WA's go-to western suburbs valuer, Cameron Kane, to take a deep dive into the property market of the 'golden triangle'. Has the GT kept pace with the affordable suburbs in Perth? Which suburbs are booming and which suburbs are being left behind? Cameron shares his thoughts..

This week, UDIA WA's recently-appointed President, and Managing Director of Celsius Property Group, Richard Pappas, joins us in the studio to update us on the policy priorities of UDIA WA in 2024, whilst sharing a few stories of delivering housing in WA in 2024.

This week, Brendon Ptolomey is back in the studio to update us on the performance of WA's regional property markets. Can you guess which town is the highest performer?

This week, Brendon Ptolomey is back in the studio with an update on how the various sub-markets of Perth's residential property scene are going. Whilst its no surprise that the market is generally doing well, Brendon points to the stars and stragglers in the market in the first quarter of 2024.

This week, Aaron Sice of the HIA joins us in the studio to provide a detailed rundown on the updated Medium Density Code, which drops on the 8th April 2024. What's new? What's gone? How will this affect my development? Aaron answers all questions.

This week, leader of the sales team that sells the most property in WA, Rash Dhanjal, is back in the studio to update us on the performance of his core sales area, Caversham, Dayton, Bennett Springs & Brabham. Having sold over 300 properties in the last 12 months, Rash's insights into current market dynamics not only in his core sales area, but across WA, are a valuable listen.

This week, industry stalwart and City of Armadale subject matter expert, Mark Grogan, is back in the studio to update us on his market. With every suburb in the Local Government Area growing by 30% + in the last 12 months, we hear the story from the source and receive a few tips on how to secure a property in this hot growth market.

In the latest episode of the Perth Property Show, we welcome back property expert Devon Kelly, who discusses the substantial growth and future potential of Belmont's property market. Under Devon's experienced guidance, we take a closer look at how Belmont's housing profile has changed since his last appearance on the show, with the median house price rising significantly from $430,000 to $640,000. Devon offers insights into the various residential types in Belmont, including how brand new apartments rocketed from the $300,000 mark up to $425,000, and townhouses made a leap from an initial $500,000 to an impressive $700,000. He also shares information on key local developments, such as the Redcliffe train station opening and its resultant impact on infrastructure accessibility. Future plans within the Belmont area are highlighted, with a special focus on the DA6 vision plan anticipated to propel further growth in Redcliffe. Furthermore, Devon shares valuable hard data on neighborhood dynamics, renovations, potential development blocks, and significant factors influencing buyer behavior and buying power, including interstate investment interest and distinct shifts in suburban demand. For anyone interested in the dynamic real estate landscape of Belmont, from new home buyers to developers, this enlightening conversation with Devon Kelly offers invaluable information to help you understand the market, make strategic decisions and stay ahead of the competition in the evolving Perth property market.

In this stimulating episode of the Perth Property Show, Trent Fleskens converses with esteemed developer, Tim Willing of Willing Property. Known for exceptional development projects in renowned areas like Mount Lawley, Tim's real estate journey oozes dedication. Despite the challenges in property development, his resilience and innovative approach set a remarkable example. Tim's unique selling proposition - authenticity, scarcity, and excellence, sets Willing Property apart. The company prides itself on developing apartments chosen for not just convenience, but for the lifestyle experience they deliver, blending seamlessly into local surroundings. The episode highlights the crucial role of location in property development alongside Tim's commitment to sustainable construction practices. Committed to being a thoughtful developer, Tim's implementation of locality, sustainable practices, and a dedication to enhancing community experiences through everyday pleasures showcases his thoughtful mentality. The segment spotlights on common architectural trends within the urban landscape and delves into Tim's strategy of utilizing license within projects for additional height, levels, and value. These elements combined with a balance in risk management have created successful projects within urban development. A discussion surrounding the interaction with the planning system further illuminates hurdles faced in architecture and urban developments and potential for a systemic change to accommodate urban infill. Finally, Tim shares in-depth insights into his projects and the positives and negatives faced within Hera. His emphasis on improvement, commutation with a skilled team, and focus on the needs and wants of homeowners illustrates his dedicated mindset and motivations for creating beautiful city spaces. The episode is an insightful conversation for anyone interested, or involved within property development, providing resourceful tips, valuable insights, and inspiration for success within the ever-changing property landscape.

This week, we feature Perth's highest performing suburb of 2023, North Fremantle. With a new record median house price and a transitioning demographic, its a timely moment to review not only North Fremantle, but also the rest of the Fremantle peninsula.

In this episode of The Perth Property Show, Shane Beaumont and I delve into the thriving property market in the south-eastern Perth suburb of Gosnells. They discuss the significant changes in property prices, the types of housing showing the most growth, and the wider market dynamics. Learn about how investors from the East Coast have spurred Gosnells’ property market development, offering massive value and driving prices higher. Fleskens and Beaumont analyze the sustainability of these trends and the shift in the buyer profile from mostly local to a mix of East Coast buyers. Despite soaring growth, the local rental market remains robust, and the hosts highlight the potential of villas as investment options. We also explore the emerging growth observed in other suburbs closer to Perth. This episode further highlights the value of understanding specific market dynamics, renovation opportunities, and the lucrative investment potential in suburbs like Canning Vale. Guest Shane Beaumont offers an in-depth analysis of Gosnells’ property market, reflecting on demographic changes, the importance of newer suburbs, and potential future scenarios. He also talks about how downgrading homeowners are opting for unusual purchases, and reflects on property transactions and how they shape the market trends in Western Australia. The discussion ultimately centers around the promising future of the property market in 2024, suggesting tactical approaches for potential buyers navigating this complex landscape and sharing perspectives on low housing stock implications. Finally, suburb profiles, property values, and the role of interest rates are all explored, offering valuable insight into the complex world of property investment. Tune in to The Perth Property Show to learn more!

This week, continuing our grassroots series, we head back to Mount Pleasant to catch up with #1 agent, Peter Zambotti. The last time we featured this suburb, it was January 2019 and Mount Pleasant was heading towards becoming the highest growth suburb in the state just a year later. How is it faring now and how has the suburb evolved in the last half-decade?

This week, we sit down with Siobhan Micale, #1 Agent in Willagee for an update on how this suburb has faired since Covid. Hint: It's been one of Perth's top performing suburbs! Listen in to find out just how much its grown. Refer to Episode 047 for our first Willagee Suburb Spotlight.

This week, we bring back the guest of our most listened-to episode in 2023, Lachlan Delahunty. Lachlan is a Buyers Agent based in Perth, whose team buys over 20 properties a month for clients buying into the WA market. Lachlan shares his insights on his 2023 experience and provides some guidance on buying in Perth in 2024.

Happy New Year! This week, Trent lays down the top 10 suburbs he believes are ready for strong capital growth moving into 2024 and beyond. Can you guess where?

Merry Xmas! This week's xmas episode is all about industry hacks to increasing your serviceability, eliminating the need to pay LMI, and finding the best interest rates on the market. Enjoy!

This week, Brendon Ptolomey is back in the studio providing an update on the WA regional Property Market. Is the Broome market improving? Is the South West market still white hot? Find out more in this episode.

This week, one of Perth's leaders in the Industrial Real Estate Sales market, Nick Goodridge of Cushman & Wakefield, updates us on how the Perth industrial market is performing. Is there still an undersupply of industrial warehouses in Perth? Are developers building on spec? These answers and more in this week's episode.

This week, Brendon and Trent celebrate the 5 year anniversary of The Perth Property Show by looking forward into the key fundamentals that will affect the market over the next 5 years.

This week, Executive Director of the HIA (WA), Michael McGowan, is back in the studio providing an update to the market on construction figures and the key economic finding coming out of the HIA Industry Breakfast in November. How many properties does WA have to build to bring supply back to equilibrium? How many properties were built in WA last year? All questions answered.

This week, we welcome the Lord Mayor of the City of Perth, Basil Zempilas, into the studio to learn about the state of play in our capital LGA, including the ECU City Campus, East Perth Primary School, Elizabeth Quay construction, and population estimates. The message - the City of Perth is open for business and welcomes all Developers to bring its proposals to the table.

This week, we speak to the head of one of Perth's most prolific sales team, Rash Dhanjal, to get an honest and candid response on the dynamics within the median house price market in the state. Having sold over 200 properties in WA in the last year, Rash's anecdotal evidence is as valuable as any. Rash also provides an insight into the interface east coast buyers are currently having with sellers in Perth.

This week, we sit down with one of Perth's only female Commercial Real Estate Agents, Tory Packer. We explore Tory's story, the world of commercial sales and what makes it such a dynamic industry to work in, and why the world of residential sales may not suffer the same gender imbalance. We then discuss some of Tory's most notable transactions in the last year, specifically in the office and CBD space, whilst commenting on how the dynamic of the market sits at present.

This week, Executive Director of the Property Council of WA, Sandra Brewer, is back in the studio providing an update on the progress in advocating for improved housing policy in Western Australia, Sandra looks back on the positive change that has been made over 2023 as well as the important issues still to be resolved heading into 2024.

This week, we answer a few of the most pertinent questions piling up in our inbox relating to property ownership and investment in Perth, whilst giving a brief overview of the state of play in the property market here in WA at the moment.

This week, we delve into the world of electric vehicles and discuss how this will change the way we design and value Australian property in the future. How will we retrofit all our apartments for EV charging? Will an apartment building drop in value if it doesn't have EV charging. Can Western Power even support the onset of EV?

Following last week's extremely popular episode about the apartment market, this week we delve into the world of Strata Management with Callum Wilson of Oakfield. Responsible for managing the strata of some of WA's most recent towers, Callum shares the basics on the industry.

This week, we welcome one of WA's most experienced apartment developers in the studio. Scott Cameron is the GM of FINBAR, WA's largest apartment developer, currently responsible for Aurora in Applecross, Civic Heart in South Perth, and The Point in Rivervale. Scott details FINBAR's story from townhouses to towers and underlines the current issues facing his industry.

This week, we invite one of the most impressive LGA planners in WA, Amanda Sheers, into the studio to discuss the current planning environment. Amanda is the Director of Planning at the City of Stirling and also the President of the Planning Institute of Australia (WA). We discuss the culture of the planning industry in WA, the definition of Medium Density, and much more..

This week, we sit down with one of Australia's most successful, high-profile buyers agents, Simon Cohen. Simon joins Trent in the Studio to discuss his journey from starting his firm, Cohen Handler, 13 years ago to starring on the hit TV series, Luxe Listings Sydney, to now shifting his business' focus to the Perth market. Why is Simon in Perth? Where is he looking to buy? Find out here.

This week, we sit down with one of WA's quiet achievers in the property fund space. Cal Doggett, Managing Director of Properties & Pathways, shares his story from small family investor to running one of WA's largest and highest performing property investment fund outfits.

What a month it's been. The ACHA is gone, the Medium Density Code put in the bottom drawer. This week, we get back to business and chat with Stuart Reside, Director of Urban Quarter, a development company focussing on land estates in Dunsborough, Piara Waters, Coodanup, and Eglington, to understand some of the pressures and realities facing land developers in 2023.

This week, we welcome Michael McGowan, Executive Director of the HIA, into the studio. Michael shares is pathway to the top of the construction industry pile in Perth, offers his views on the current challenges facing our supply capacity, and shares his recent experiences regarding engagement on the recently repealed Medium Density Code and upcoming NCC 2022 impacts.

This week, we sit down with Cullum Ashton of PropTech Hub WA to hear about the efforts being made on the Terrace to elevate WA to become the proptech hub of Australia. Ash shares some exciting stories of a few trailblazers in the proptech space that have started right here in WA.

Our favourite guest, Brendon Ptolomey of HeronToddWhite, is back in the studio to run us through the performance of WA's regional markets. One market is back on the boil and another is coming off. Can you guess which one?

Our most anticipated episode in 245 weeks. The Honorable John Carey, Minister for Planning, Housing, Lands & Homelessness, joins Trent in the studio to discuss his views on WA's current challenges in the housing and planning sectors and what he plans to do about it. Make sure to listen to this unmissable episode until the last second!

This week, in anticipation of Minister John Carey's impending arrival in the studio, our favourite guest, Brendon Ptomoley, sits down to discuss some of the pressures in the Perth housing market and where we should be focussing to fix the issues.

This week, 27-year finance industry veteran and Chair of the MFAA, Kerri Buurman, visits in the studio to share her views on the state of play in the mortgage broking industry after the dust has settled a couple of years on from the conclusion of the Haynes Royal Commission into the banking industry.

This week, $1billion agent, Vivien Yap, is in the studio to share her story rising from local pharmacist to Ray White Australia's highest grossing real estate agent. Vivien then sheds some light on the dynamics of the ultra-high-net-worth market and how it is evolving in WA since Covid.

This week, Sam Carrello is back in the studio giving us an update on the best interest rates floating around, the state of play with refinance cashbacks, the banks reducing the buffer rates, and the expansion of the First Home Buyer Guarantee Scheme.

This week, Aaron Sice, Assistant Director at the HIA, joins the conversation offering his views, solutions, and analysis of the current state of play with Perth's chronic supply issues. Aaron outlines the raft of anti-supply policies introduced by the Department of Planning, Lands & Heritage over the last 12 months and explains the impact these policies will have.