Australia’s longest-running real estate podcast dedicated solely to a regional community is about to change.

After 524 episodes, Wes Ward will be dropping the mic and leaving the hosting host seat as the Hayden Real Estate News update evolves and takes a new shape with a new host

So listen to the final episode of Wes and Hughie:

1. SNEAK PEAK: Leopold

2. SOLD: What Sold and Under Contract

3. ADJUSTMENT: OG property subject to price change

4. NEW HOST: Find Out Who’s Next

Property of the Week

* 28 Cutter St Ocean Grove

* https://www.hayden.com.au/28-cutter-street-ocean-grove-3226/5310350/

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This weeks property of the week is an absolute stunner with river frontage in the much sought after Carr st Barwon Heads.

As Hugh recalls early morning runs along Carr st, watching the sun peak over the Ocean Grove spit, combined with the river views, the location made for a magical experience. This is what you get every morning at 5/102 Carr st, Barwon Heads.

Also Hugh reveals Open for Inspection Action, a Sneak Peek, New Listings, what’s sold and the latest news on Yellow Gums.

So listen and find out:

1. SNEAK PEEK: Located in Ocean Grove

2. OPENS: What Happened Over the Weekend

3. YELLOW GUMS: Latest News

Property of the Week

* 5/102 Carr St, Barwon Heads

* https://www.hayden.com.au/5-102-carr-street-barwon-heads-3227/5546822/

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The first steps back towards normal operations were made over the weekend with open for inspections taking place.

Both offices are now open and suffice to say, Hugh is excited.

He lifts the lid on the current mood and buyer types that attended the weekend opens.

Also, he has a Sneak Peek on offer and a Leopold property that was the childhood home to a former Geelong mayor.

So find out:

1. SNEAK PEEK: Leopold

2. MARKET UPDATE: What’s Happening

3. MAYORAL HOME: Mid Century Masterpiece

Property of the Week

* 31-39 Brinsmead Lane, Leopold

* https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-leopold-133215350

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Interest in Yellow Gums remains high with most of Stage 7B already gone or going.

Hugh outlines on today’s show some affordable blocks that are still available from the previous release.

What this means is right now Yellow Gums has the widest variety of blocks remaining.

Also he reveals some price revisions, new listings and what has sold in the last seven days.

Plus, an update from Jade on the rental market.

So listen and find out:

1. YELLOW GUMS: What’s Available

2. RENTAL: Current Market Status

3. ONLINE: What Has Come Online

Property of the Week

* 42 Endeavour Drive, Ocean Grove

* https://www.hayden.com.au/4885122/

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A swathe of silent property listings at Hayden Real Estate means there is something for every buyer.

Hugh runs through numerous properties that you will not see online or advertised at the property portals.

A couple of standouts won’t last long.

For the first time in a long while, Hugh announces four Sneak Peeks, provide an update on Yellow Gums and what has sold over the last seven days.

So listen and find out:

1. SILENT LISTINGS: Huge Range

2. SNEAK PEEKS: Four Announced

3. YELLOW GUMS: The Latest

Property of the Week

* 6 Stringybark Place, Ocean Grove

* https://www.realestate.com.au/property/6-stringybark-pl-ocean-grove-vic-3226

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The rental market is a clear winner over the past couple of weeks as the community adapts to COVID-19.

Hugh reveals insights from the Rental team and provides an overall market update for April including sales numbers for the month.

Also he reveals Yellow Gums sales and new listings but also the new category of Silent listings.

So listen to this packed episode to find out:

1. MARKET: What Is Working

2. RENTAL: Reasons Behind the Boom

3. YELLOW GUMS: Auction Results

Property of the Week

* 16 Inglewood Lane, Ocean Grove

* https://www.hayden.com.au/16-inglewood-lane-ocean-grove-3226/5254277/

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Market activity did proceed during the week with Yellow Gums the standout at auction.

The auction format for Yellow Gums has changed and that didn't stop savvy buyers getting online and buying property.

Two new listings are announced as well as a price change at Leopold

Local singing sensation Kim Cooper joins us again on the show as she shares her collaboration experiences with the Barwon Health Foundation and Angels Next Door and the heartwarming stories of kindness generated by the community.

So listen and find out:

1. NEW LISTINGS: Two Announced

2. YELLOW GUMS: What Has Sold and What Blocks are Next

3. ADJUSTMENT: Which Property

Property of the Week

* 11 Clivedon Court, Leopold

* https://www.hayden.com.au/11-clivedon-court-leopold-3224/5359772/

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Kim Elise Cooper (INSTA @kimelisecooper) become a local community sensation late last week.

In our series highlighting 'Random Acts of Kindness, professional singer Kim Cooper joins the show to tell us her story and her random idea to host a one hour concert in her Ocean Grove driveway. Kim outlines her story, the impact of the event and the feedback she has received, which is truly inspiring.

Also, Hugh outlines the lastest COVID related rules for real estate and the new Yellow Gums bidding process.

So listen to today’s magical bizcast:

1. KINDNESS: Kim Cooper’s Story

2. YELLOW GUMS: New Bidding Process

3. COVID: New Inspection Rules

Property of the Week

* 1/79 Madeley Street, Ocean Grove, Vic 3226

* https://www.realestate.com.au/property-townhouse-vic-ocean+grove-132234662

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The Yellow Gums auction is still going ahead and will be offered to the market in a brand new format.

Hugh explains how the auction will proceed and also announces multiple new listings to hit the market.

Also he reveals a property that is truly priced to sell and ideal for the value buyers.

So find out about:

1. NEW LISTINGS: Multiple Properties Announced

2. YELLOW GUMS: Everything You Need to Know

3. SOLD: What Properties Have Come Off the Market

Property of the Week

* 9 Pelican Court Barwon Heads

* https://www.hayden.com.au/9-pelican-court-barwon-heads-3227/5282158/

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With Open for Inspections out of action, the team continually adjust to keep activity occurring.

They're helping match three active buyers looking for a home in Ocean Grove as Hugh outlines sales for the month with some surprising news.

Three properties were since Thursday and more news on Yellow Gums.

So find out:

1. BUYERS: Three Need a Home Now

2. SOLD: Three Since Thursday

3. YELLOW GUMS: Latest on the Auction

Property of the Week

* 26 Northcote Road, Ocean Grove

* https://www.realestate.com.au/property/26-northcote-rd-ocean-grove-vic-3226

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