BRIGHTEN YOUR HOME

Here are some key tips that can easily brighten your home.

NATURAL LIGHT

Allowing more natural light into your home is the easiest and cheapest way to brighten your home.

USE MIRRORS TO DOUBLE THE AVAILABLE LIGHT

The best and cheapest way to make any room look bigger and brighter.

WHEN CONSIDERING A RE-PAINT

Consider using gloss paint on the doors and window sills and surrounds and natural colures for the walls based on a white flat finish – pale pastel and white help brighten a room.

PAINTINGS AND PRINTS

Art work and prints can brighten a room and need not be expensive.

NEW LIGHTING

Although it can be expensive to install, the correct lighting will brighten any home and LED lighting can highlight large areas and are less expensive to operate.

RETAILERS GAIN FROM IMMIGRATION

With the company reporting season in full swing, it has been noted that some retailers, particularly electrical stores such as JB Hi Fi have shown better than expected results due to the growth in the Australian population through immigration.

In the past five years, Australia’s population growth has averaged 1.56% a year which is well above the annual average of 1.37% since 1981.

So the growth rate of the Australian population in the past 5 years is 14% higher than the 34 year average.

WHAT TO DEVALUATION OF THE CHINESE CURRENCY COULD MEAN FOR AUSTRALIA

In his article in the 15^th/16^th August edition of the Weekend Australian Alan Kohler suggests there are two ways in which the unexpected devaluation of the yuan could effect Australia.

First, he says, the devaluation suggests the Chinese economy could be worse than thought and secondly, it could lead to more capital flowing from China into the purchase of Australian real estate.

In the same edition of the Weekend Australian, Sterling Largin, a global investor, suggest that the Chinese may be admitted to the International Monastery Fund (IMF) and their currency may be added to the “Special Drawing Rights” basket of currencies designed as a reserve for IMF members.

He suggests that if the Chinese currency does receive this status, the Australian Dollar will increase in value against the $US.

CHINA AND THE FUTURE OF THE AUSTRALIAN ECONOMY

“Is China the Future of our Economy?” - so asked Terry McCrann in his article in the Sunday Mail Queensland. He believes China is fundamental to our economy and the future growth of the economy. Although he acknowledges the downturn in the demand for Australian resources by China, Terry gives the examples of the increasing number of Chines students enrolling in Australian Universities and Chinese purchasing property in Australia.

He says that by purchasing new properties and those “Off the Plan” the Chinese have added to the economic recovery in residential construction which has a “Flow through” effect over the whole economy. And with the fall in the Australian Dollar this demand from China and Asia could increase depending, of course, on the value of the Chinese currency.

To Rent - Two Storey 3 Bedroom Unit – Jubilee Pocket - Queensland - Whitsundays

$250 PER WEEK This two storey unit is tucked away at the bottom of a small complex in a quiet residential area of Jubilee Pocket very close to transport, shops & school bus route. Downstairs is an open plan lounge dining with a good sized kitchen. A spiral staircase leads to the bedrooms above. The master bedroom has aircon and a private balcony and there is a balcony across the rear of the property which can be accessed by the further two bedrooms. Owner may consider furnishing the property if required. Pets may be considered on application.

Fore Rent Huge Studio Apt - Heart of Airlie Beach Queensland Whitsundays

This fully furnished & self contained studio apartment is right in the heart of Airlie Beach just a short walk to public transport, clubs, shops & restaurants. Forget small and pokey this studio is really spacious with a separate area for the bed, an internal laundry and good sized open plan lounge, dining and kitchen with split system airconditioning. For the lazy days when you don't want to venture into town, take a short flight of stairs to the beautiful inground pool & spa or enjoy a cool drink at the onsite bar with the spectacular ocean views!

For rent - Backing onto Rain Forest Whitsundays Queensland

Set on a hill backing onto rainforest, this large highset home combines all the benefits of a quiet rural position and fast easy access to Cannonvale, Proserpine or beyond. With 3 double bedrooms, the main with air con and two full sized bathrooms. The huge open plan living area is fully tiled & is airconditioned. The kitchen is well planned and modern. There is a good sized deck on two sides which allow you to enjoy the expansive district views whilst alfresco dining or enjoying that evening glass of wine. Underneath there is plenty of room for three vehicles and/or boats or other toys, with further storage on hardstanding behind and large enclosed laundry which has a full wall of shelves for storage too.
The property is not fenced but the owner would consider a pet on request.