In the last 12 months the majority of auctions I've attended in my suburb have ended with a sale to a Chinese mainland buyer. 5 years ago, this would have been quite unusual. Typically these buyers are looking for large, double brick homes as the intention is for the man of the house's parents to live with the family. They will pay over the odds for what they want. Speaking with local agents these buyers value size and structure (ie. double brick) above all else. Something for investors to bear in mind for areas where they feel there may be future Chinese interest