We sold about this time last year and have had some friends recently sell and they certainly got heaps more than they expected. Media seems to be saying prices are inflated, especially in first home buyers price range but really, no matter what the prices are, if you have done your research and know what you are prepared to pay and what you think a property is worth in comparison to those around then offer what you think is reasonable.
It certainly varies across the states but in Victoria, real estate agents seem to publish a low price so that they can get many people through the property so I say always expect to pay the top of what they are quoting or more.
good luck - very exciting time.