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Buyers willing to compromise to enter property market
More Australians are adopting a "compromise or miss out" approach to homebuying as competition intensifies in the property market amid rising prices.
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Rental vacancy rate reliability questioned in landmark study
Australia's reliance on private companies to measure rental vacancy rates has been called into question in a groundbreaking study that reveals significant inconsistencies in this critical housing market metric.
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RBA expected to hold rates amid hawkish shift
The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to maintain the cash rate at its final meeting of the year, with experts suggesting a significant shift toward a more hawkish stance as inflation concerns mount.
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Australian hotel sector rebounds with strong summer outlook
Australia's hotel sector is experiencing a significant recovery with transaction volumes rising and occupancy rates strengthening across most major markets as the country enters its peak summer holiday season.
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Cost of living crisis pushes more Australians into shared housing
Cost of living pressures are driving more Australians of all ages into shared accommodation, with over half of respondents citing financial concerns as their primary motivation for share house living.
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EQT acquires majority stake in PropertyMe
EQT has announced it will become the majority investor in PropertyMe, with Brian Donn set to take over as CEO in January 2026.
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Sydney’s Bellevue Hill claims title of Australia’s most expensive street
Kambala Road in Bellevue Hill has emerged as Australia's most expensive street with a median house price of $39.35 million, according to new research highlighting the extreme polarisation in Australia's residential property market.
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Rate cuts fuel price growth but fail to improve affordability
Australia's property market ended 2025 with renewed confidence as interest rate cuts boosted buyer activity, but affordability remains a significant challenge across all major cities.
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Housing market stabilises as east coast capitals cool
Australia's housing market has flattened in November, with national house and unit prices remaining unchanged after several months of steady growth, according to new data.
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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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Double win for BizCover in 2025 rising star awards
BizCover Sales Manager, Kate Bryant, (pictured) and Product Analyst, Pamela Minuto, have been presented with the Insurance Business Rising Star Award for 2025.
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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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iD4me partners with REIP to deliver real-time property intelligence to agents
Data intelligence platform iD4me has announced a new partnership with Real Estate Industry Partners (REIP), a move that is set to lift industry standards and streamline the way agents access property information.Â
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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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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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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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First National Foundation selects Rizeup Australia as its principal charity partner
First National Real Estate has confirmed that the First National Foundation has made RizeUp Australia its official national sponsorship, uniting the country’s largest cooperative network of independent real estate agencies with a charity dedicated to rebuilding the lives of individuals and families fleeing domestic and family violence.
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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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How six partnerships with the Harcourts Foundation are bringing hope to Christmas
This December, something special is happening inside Harcourts offices.Â
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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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Allhomes raises over $90,000 for YWCA Canberra through Floriade partnership
Allhomes has raised $86,770 through Floriade's Great Big Bulb Dig, with an additional $4,500 from recycling efforts, to support YWCA Canberra's housing initiatives.
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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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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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Smooth transition at the top for EBM Group
Ward Dedman steps down as CEO, remains with EBM Group as Non-Executive Director and shareholder.
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Housing market reveals growing gap between buyer searches and property prices
Australia's housing market is experiencing a significant misalignment between what buyers are searching for and what sellers are listing.
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REMAX appoint key training ahead of tranche 2 AML compliance
REMAX Australia has partnered with AML software provider AMLHUB ahead of Tranche 2 Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) legislation coming into effect next year, to provide clear education, guidance and support on what the changes mean for real estate professionals moving forward.
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Harcourts Local Supports Day for Daniel to Champion Child Safety
Tim Williams and the team at the four Harcourts Local offices have proudly announced their participation in last Friday's "Day for Daniel," Australia's largest child safety awareness event.
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Lower-priced homes outperform following 5% Deposit Scheme expansion
Properties falling within the price caps of the Federal Government's expanded 5% Deposit Scheme experienced stronger growth in October, though experts caution against attributing this solely to the policy change.
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