Prices in some suburbs have experienced a dramatic rise. The news outlet reports that home values are on the rise. Traffic congestion in other areas could consume a full work week each year. The real estate news source says that price spikes and population growth are altering daily life in outer areas.

Auctions are taking place in Glen Iris suburb and Coburg, Victoria. A large property is listed for the western suburbs. More auctions are scheduled for later this week. The West Australian reports. Police operations in Bendigo and Napier involved arrests and armed officers. Domain says.