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Mar 2, 2022
Local business: former NRL star Ben Creagh new GIO Wollongong owner
Nick and Jen Creagh have sold the GIO Wollongong business to their son, former St George Illawarra Dragons player Ben Creagh. The couple started the GIO insurance business in Fairy Meadow 11 years ago
Feb 15, 2022
Depreciation benefits for your investment property
Depreciation benefits can be often overlooked when owning an investment property. The tax benefits of investing in a rental property can be complicated and delicate, but provide an important benefit f
Feb 4, 2022
Local organisation: Balgownie Junior Football Club
Before the Balgownie Junior Football Club formed, the area already had a rich football history through its senior team, The Balgownie Rangers Football Club. The senior team is one of the oldest run
Jan 16, 2022
5 steps to secure your new home purchase
Finding your dream home or an ideal investment property is difficult at the best of times, but in a competitive and fast-paced market it can be harder. Missing out on buying a property because your fi
Dec 31, 2021
Local business: The Sensory Studio in Fairy Meadow
The Sensory Studio in Fairy Meadow was born out of a need owner Erin Jamieson wasn’t able to fulfil locally. At age six, her youngest daughter was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory P
Dec 16, 2021
Wear and tear or damage?
What is the difference between ‘wear and tear’ and ‘damage’ when renting your property? It’s a question asked by many landlords and tenants, and can be quite confusing to understand. There can be disa
Nov 26, 2021
Local organisation: Fairy Meadow Surf Life Saving Club
Some of Fairy Meadow Surf Life Saving Club president Bill Kuiper's fondest memories as a patrolling member were simply standing on the water's edge and watching the families enjoy themselves. Havin
Nov 9, 2021
APRA changes to home loans explained
Banks have been given new borrowing rule which could have some impact on the real estate market. The regulator, Australian Prudential Regulation Authority, also known as APRA, has told lenders they n