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Building approvals decline despite long-term growth
Building approvals fell 6.4 per cent in October 2025, despite yearly figures showing continued growth in the housing construction sector.
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AUKUS to intensify Perth’s housing pressure in key suburbs
The AUKUS defence agreement is set to add further pressure to Perth's already tight housing market, particularly in the city's south-west corridor, according to a new analysis.
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Home prices climb to new high as growth slows at end of spring
Australia’s property market closed out spring with another price rise, pushing national home values to a new peak. Growth remained broad-based across the capitals and regions, but November’s gains were softer than October’s. Economists say tight supply, population inflows and earlier rate cuts continue to tip conditions in favour of sellers, though affordability pressures are expected to temper growth through…
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Housing market momentum to continue into 2026 despite uncertainty
The Australian housing market is entering 2026 with stronger momentum than anticipated, despite facing an unusual degree of uncertainty according to a leading economist.
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Living by the water now costs 86 per cent more as scarcity pushes prices to new highs
New McGrath research shows waterfront homes now cost 86 per cent more than inland properties. Sydney leads with a 122 per cent premium, while Queensland holds the highest share of waterfront sales.
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From core CBDs to fringe markets: Knight Frank maps Australia’s 2026 commercial upswing
Knight Frank’s Australian Horizon 2026 outlook outlines seven forecasts for the commercial sector, pointing to a widening recovery and a shift in investor focus beyond core precincts.
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REIA welcomes new President Jacob Caine to lead property industry
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has appointed a new President and Board for 2026, positioning the organization to navigate upcoming industry challenges and regulatory reforms.
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APRA moves to cap high DTI lending as investor borrowing rises
APRA will introduce a limit on high debt-to-income home loans from February, aiming to prevent a lift in financial system risks as investor borrowing strengthens and housing credit growth moves above its longer-term average.
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Queensland’s housing shortage keeps prices climbing
Queensland’s housing shortage is continuing to push prices higher, with new REIQ data showing quarterly growth across every major market. House and unit medians climbed again in the September 2025 quarter, and regional areas delivered some of the state’s strongest results. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella says sustained supply constraints are placing mounting pressure on buyers and warns that improving housing…
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Inflation rises to 3.8% as housing costs and electricity drive monthly CPI higher
Australia’s first full Monthly CPI release shows inflation rising to 3.8 per cent in the year to October, up from 3.6 per cent in September. Housing remains the biggest contributor, driven by a 5.9 per cent annual increase and sharp rises in rents, new dwellings and electricity costs. ABS head of prices statistics Michelle Marquardt says the shift to monthly…
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CBD office markets edge toward a 2026 rebound as supply tightens
Australia’s CBD office markets are showing firmer signs of stabilising, with rising occupier demand and a development pipeline stalled by high construction costs. Premium buildings in major cities are already recording stronger performance, while vacancy rates tighten in key markets such as Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide. With more than 1.7 million square metres of planned projects on hold, existing high-grade…
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NZ property resale gains fall to weakest level since 2013 as short hold periods drag outcomes
New Zealand’s property market recorded its weakest resale gain rate since 2013, with only 87.8 percent of resales achieving a profit in the September quarter. Gains remain sizeable, but shorter ownership continues to carry higher risk, particularly in Auckland, Wellington and the apartment sector. Regions such as Queenstown Lakes remain far more resilient, and while analysts expect steadier conditions in…
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Income-generating homes set to drive property values higher
Homes equipped with energy-generating technology could soon deliver financial returns to owners, potentially driving property values higher as buyers recognise their economic benefits.
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Property Council welcomes boost to social and affordable housing
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the third round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF), which will deliver more than 21,000 new social and affordable homes across the country.
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More than half of US homes losing value despite long-term equity gains
More than half of American homes have lost value over the past year, reaching the highest level of declining home values since 2012.
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Housing affordability hits record lows across Australia
Australia's housing affordability has reached unprecedented lows, with three of four key national indicators hitting record highs in 2025, signaling both buying and renting have become unsustainable for many Australians.
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NSW strata laws receive final overhaul to benefit 1.2 million residents
The NSW Minns Labor Government has introduced its fourth and final strata reform bill to Parliament, completing an ambitious modernisation program that will benefit more than 1.2 million people living in strata properties across the state.
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A record 13 million Australians turn to realestate.com.au
Realestate.com.au reached more than 13 million Australians in October, with new Ipsos data showing the platform achieved its highest-ever audience, visits and logged-in membership. Users spent an average of 38 minutes on the site, and app activity climbed to 69.3 million visits for the month. General Manager of Audience and Marketing Sarah Myers said the results highlight the strong role…
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Elite Agent Launches ‘Ailsa’: The AI Journalist Transforming Sales Results Into Authority Assets
Elite Agent has announced the launch of Ailsa, a conversational AI journalist designed to solve a dual challenge for the real estate industry: the scarcity of time for content creation and the growing need for verified digital authority. For many agents, the details of a difficult sale or a record-breaking campaign are often lost as focus shifts immediately to the…
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‘It just stinks of imbalance’: Andy Reid says proposed Victorian reserve-price laws miss the mark
Victoria’s proposal to mandate early disclosure of reserve prices has drawn sharp criticism from auctioneer Andy Reid, who says the move was presented as if already decided and risks creating an uneven playing field. He argues the plan targets owners, overlooks buyer behaviour and adds fresh confusion to an already strained market.
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Temporary migrants face severe housing challenges
Temporary visa holders are experiencing significant housing stress with little government support, despite making up more than 10 percent of Australia's population.
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Home prices to hit new highs in 2026 as first-home buyer demand intensifies: Domain
New forecasts suggest house prices will keep rising across the capitals in 2026, with first-home buyers, investors and renters all facing another year of tough competition.
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WA named nation’s strongest home building market after decade-long climb
Western Australia has taken out the top spot on the HIA Housing Scorecard for the first time since 2014, with strong population growth and a lift in detached, multi-unit and renovation activity driving the state’s rise. Industry leaders say the result reflects four years of rebuilding capacity, though continued investment, skilled migration and infrastructure delivery remain essential to maintain momentum.
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Student housing pipeline expands as federal policy links visas to new beds
Australia’s student housing pipeline has reached 40,000 beds as new federal rules tie international enrolments to accommodation supply, though Victoria’s tax settings remain a major barrier.
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Andrew Cramer appointed as REA Group CFO
Andrew Cramer will take over as Chief Financial Officer at REA Group as current CFO Janelle Hopkins retires to pursue a non-executive career.
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Townsville leads regional Australia’s next wave of growth
Townsville is emerging as the standout among Australia’s regional markets, illustrating a new phase where lifestyle appeal and economic depth combine to drive long-term performance. According to Ray White Group Senior Data Analyst Atom Go Tian, this blend of affordability, coastal living and diversified employment marks the direction regional Australia is now heading. Townsville’s median price of $653,000 positions it…
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RBNZ expected to deliver final 25bp rate cut
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is expected to cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 25 basis points to 2.25 per cent at its upcoming meeting on November 26.
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Housing crisis intensifies across regional NSW
Housing pressures in regional New South Wales have reached critical levels as builders struggle to meet growing demand amid significant challenges in the construction industry.
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House premium hits record high as property market exceeds $12 trillion
The gap between house and unit prices in Australia's capital cities has reached a record high of $363,000, representing nearly 50 per cent of the median unit value, as the total property market surpasses $12 trillion.
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Labour market strength delays rate-cut expectations
Ray White Group Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee says a firm labour market is pushing back hopes of interest rate cuts, even as a weakening construction pipeline and softer conditions in parts of the economy start to ease inflation pressures.
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Global ‘living’ sector to hit US$1.4 Trillion as institutional investment accelerates
JLL’s 2025 global report shows the living sector leading worldwide real estate investment, with US$1.4 trillion in forecast transactions and Australia ranked among the top growth markets.
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49 suburbs see house prices grow at triple the national rate
House prices in 49 suburbs across Australia's capital cities have grown more than three times faster than the national average over the past year, highlighting pockets of exceptional demand in the property market.
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NSW to hit agents with fines of up to $110,000 under new underquoting crackdown
NSW agents could soon face fines of up to $110,000 for misleading price guides, as the state moves to tighten underquoting laws and strengthen Fair Trading’s enforcement powers.
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Investors and renovators drive record housing finance as calls grow to cool overheated credit market
Australia’s property market is being fuelled by investors and renovators, with ABS data showing investor lending jumped nearly 18% in the September quarter while renovation finance hit record highs. Investors now account for two in every five home loans and 43% of new builds, according to the HIA.
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Vacancy rate gridlock keeps Queensland renters stuck in place
Queensland’s rental market remains in gridlock, with the statewide vacancy rate frozen at 1% for the September quarter, according to the latest Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) report.
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