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2021/22 Holiday Opening Times

Holiday Season Opening Times Here’s a guide to our office opening dates and hours over the 2021/2022 festive season, as well as emergency contact details in case of that inevitable burst water pipe at 2am on Christmas Day. Closing: Friday 24th December 2021, 12 noon Opening: Tuesday 4th January 2022, 8am   Sales Enquiries Please…

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How to get your home house sitter ready

For most of Australia, travel is on the agenda to some degree for the 2023 Easter Long Weekend. But in all the excitement of planning an Easter holiday, it’s important not to forget what you’re leaving behind. There are few things worse than coming home from holiday to find that your garden has died of…

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How to master poolside perfection

According to house hunting website Domain, searches for homes with a pool are sky high. With so many of us spending more time at home, it’s no wonder that we’re looking to recreate that holiday feel in our own back yard. A cooling dip in a saltwater swimming pool, or a long indulgent soak in…

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Tickled pink, the colour that’s making a decorating comeback

Pink is back, and it’s making a splash on the decorating scene. A trend towards softer, more organic tones has seen pink regain its popularity. Pink is also associated with hope, optimism and love – and couldn’t we all do with more of those in our everyday lives? Use it in bathrooms, living rooms and…

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Beagle Motor Inn Katherine settles

Beagle Motor Inn Settles Beagle Motor Inn, located in the heart of Katherine, has been sold by our Principal Alison Ross. It has been proudly acquired by the Jawoyn Association for the Jawoyn people, and is a wonderful opportunity for the Jawoyn group to provide more jobs for local people in the Katherine community. We look forward…

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Bucket list Australian holidays to plan this summer

Summer is coming, and holidays are on our mind. But where will you go? Thanks to high vaccination rates, the country is on track to open international borders by Christmas. However, it’s still unclear how many flights will be available, and what quarantine requirements will be in place on the return home. What is more…

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Elders Darwin and Katherine both win big at REINT awards

Elders Real Estate Darwin and Katherine were both recognised for some outstanding achievements at the 2021 REINT Awards for Professional Excellence.  Winners were announced on Saturday at the annual Awards night, held this year at the Mindil Beach Casino Resort. The awards celebrate the best in real estate in the Northern Territory – and it…

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How to celebrate Halloween in style

Halloween, once largely overlooked in Australia, is becoming more popular every year. The tradition dates back at least 2,000 years, when it was known as All Hallows Eve, and may date back much further, with roots in the Gaelic festival of Samhain. Wherever it came from originally, it’s definitely here to stay. On 31 October,…

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Five ways to pay off your mortgage faster

Rock bottom interest rates mean that home loan repayments have never been so low. But are we spending less on our housing? Quite the contrary. House prices have surged dramatically over the past year. Accordingly to property analysts CoreLogic, the national median house price increased by a whopping 18.1% from August 2020 to August 2021.…

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How to throw the perfect garden party

With warmer weather finally here, and the holiday season almost upon us, it’s the ideal time to consider a garden party. Good food, natural surroundings, and it’s covid-friendly to boot! Part of the charm of a garden party is its simplicity. There’s no need for elaborate decor and seating plans. A simple buffet or barbecue,…

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