In a claim for deceit based on a false representation as to the purchase price of property, the identity of the alleged purchasers in the conversation constituting the representation is evidence of the fact pleaded (the price), not itself a material fact requiring pleading. When valuing a strata title lot for damages purposes, it is appropriate to value the lot on a hypothetical freehold basis and then apply discounts for strata title complications including the need to obtain approvals from other strata owners and potential obligations such as provision of common facilities.
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