Relocation Relocation showcases demand for rural property
New episodes of Relocation Relocation Australia have showcased the demand for rural property across the country.
This is reflects the latest figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, which show an 0.8 per cent increase in the number of people living in remote areas of Australia in 2009-10, suggesting the demand for this kind of real estate is stable.
Cattle, sheep and lamb numbers up from 2009-10 levels
According to estimates from the 2011 Agriculture Census released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), meat cattle numbers have increased slightly more than dairy cattle, but both have risen during the year.
Sheep and lamb numbers increased by nine per cent from 2009-10 levels and wheat, barley, cotton and rice yields increased by 28 per cent, four per cent, 50 per cent and 269 per cent respectively.
Demand for top-end rural property is currently strong
Demand for top-end rural property in regional NSW is currently strong, with the Weekly Times reporting that Billabong Station - a showpiece 1,785-hectare property owned by David Baffsky and located near Gundagai - was expected to fetch a price of between $9 million and $10 million at auction.
Newly-appointed rural co-ordination officers offer benefits
People living in rural areas of Victoria may benefit from the support of a number of newly-appointed rural co-ordination officers.
As the area continues to rebuild after the devastating floods that affected some parts of the state in late 2010 and early 2011 Victoria's new rural co-ordination officers may offer benefits.
Selling rural property and land
Anyone planning to sell a rural property should look to LJ Hooker for assistance and support. Our rural agents are dedicated to helping you achieve maximum market exposure for your property.
Our international network and local expertise help you achieve maximum exposure for your property both in Australia and overseas.
We regularly receive enquiries from domestic and overseas buyers looking to make a country and lifestyle investment - properties ranging from one hectare to 10,000 hectares in size.
We can help you achieve the best price for your country and lifestyle property in the shortest possible time thanks to our strong professional reputation and our commitment to exceptional service.
