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Strathmore Real Estate: A Hidden Gem in Calgary's Northeast

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      Nestled in the northeast quadrant of Calgary's metropolitan area, Strathmore has emerged as one of Alberta's most appealing real estate markets, offering a unique blend of small-town charm with convenient urban access. This thriving community, located just 25 minutes from downtown Calgary, has become increasingly attractive to homebuyers seeking affordability without sacrificing quality of life.   A Market Defined by Growth and Value   Strathmore's real estate market stands out for its remarkable value proposition. Compared to Calgary's inner-city properties, homes in Strathmore typically offer 20-30% more square footage for the same investment. The average home price hovers around the mid-$400,000s, making it accessible for first-time buyers while still offering luxury options for established families.   The housing stock is diverse, ranging from charming starter homes in established neighborhoods to new developments in areas like Eaglefield and Wh...
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‘Sydney needs more housing’: The church adding an eight-storey unit block (Australia)

In an unprecedented act of faith, the Anglican church has teamed up with a private developer to deliver housing for sale in exchange for the resurrection of a local church and the provision of new parishioner, and community, spaces – and dozens more parishes are interested in following suit.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/6wtkn5j7
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‘It’s devastating’: Some Alberta businesses stop shipping stateside following tariffs (Alberta)

Some Alberta businesses have now stopped shipping to the United States after the country slapped 50 per cent tariffs on about $28 billion worth of Canadian goods.     Read more: https://tinyurl.com/43w7ucw2   
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An inside peek at Enmax No. 1 substation, now providing power to half of downtown Calgary (Calgary)

When most Calgarians flick on their kitchen light or set their coffee maker in the morning, they’re probably not thinking about where the electricity needed to power that technology came from.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3za2x7uk
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Why $130,000 a year is no longer enough to avoid housing stress in WA

A yearly salary of $130,000 is still not enough to safeguard against rising rents in Western Australia, new research reveals.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mpz8w7ff     
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Student housing remains popular option as Calgary rent cools (Calgary)

The University of Calgary enlisted the help of a few community ambassadors to welcome 1,250 student newcomers Sunday, as they moved in to their campus apartments.     Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2b52c8wb     
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Canada's an agricultural superpower. Could it feed the whole world? (Canada)

On a Tuesday morning in Coleville, Sask., Dean Roberts watched as a large grey drone whizzed up into the air and flew around his 4,000-hectare farm, which produces an array of crops including canola, wheat, barley and lentils.        Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yw5thben       
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Millennials to sell one of two Bellevue Hill homes, list it for $37m (Australia)

Millennials Garrett and Stephanie Jandegian have put a rebuilt mansion with a pool and wellness level in Sydney’s Bellevue Hill on the market with a price guide of $37 million.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/akh59rbb      
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Varcoe: Alberta suffered a $1.3 billion hit on KXL – should it factor into Trump's call to bring back the pipeline? (Alberta)

Alberta lost $1.3 billion earlier this decade investing in the Keystone XL project when one U.S. president, Joe Biden, cancelled a cross-border pipeline permit that was signed by the previous president, Donald Trump.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/m758z99d         
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First homebuyer apartments from $595k planned for Kidman Park (Australia)

First homebuyers struggling to get into the market have been given a helping hand as almost 40 new apartments are set to hit the market in one of the largest urban infill residential developments in Adelaide’s western suburbs.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/25eke3zx  
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Brookman: Time to address downtown issues (Calgary)

We all know that an apple rots from the core outward, but perhaps we need to consider if that applies to our city as well.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/nh2sea35       
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Backyard suites bring long-term housing solutions (Calgary)

It’s a “suite” moment for Calgary homeowner Mark McWilliams.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3tf298kp     
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