Homebush Bay. ROI on opportunity

NSW Maritime has called for registrations of interest (ROI) in two sites covering a total area of approximately 18.6 hectares, which it owns, adjoining the Parramatta River and Homebush Bay. It is intended to develop the area, known as Wentworth Point, as a maritime hub for activities such as dry boat storage, boat building and repair facilities. ROIs close on October 30.

Region. Property trends

The Residex July 2009 report shows the variation of median house prices across Western Sydney. For example, Rouse Hill, down 1 per cent to $566,591; Bankstown up 2 per cent to $489,677; Parramatta, up 1 per cent to $540,122; Campbelltown, up 3 per cent to $281,568; Penrith, up 3 per cent to $340,218; and Liverpool, up 7 per cent to $353,629.