Industry News
Breaking stories, regulatory changes, market data, and major developments across Australian and New Zealand real estate.
Brisbane tops commercial yields as most markets see declines
Industrial yields tighten, retail remains highest-risk, and Adelaide posts biggest declines as Brisbane leads the pack.
Homeownership intentions slip as more Aussies hit pause on buying
New survey data shows homeownership intentions falling across all age groups, with nearly half of aspiring buyers held…
Hannah Gill launches Podium Property Management to help PMs build their own business
Podium Property Management launches with a model designed to let experienced PMs build ownership in their portfolios as…
Blackstone’s Australian property chief steps down after a decade of deals
Chris Tynan oversaw a tenfold increase in real estate assets to $50 billion, including the record $24 billion…
Home price growth slows as rate rises bite
National prices still climbing, but more than three-quarters of markets are losing momentum as affordability pressures mount.
Westpac predicts cash rate surge to highest level since GFC
The bank's forecast of three more hikes this year puts it sharply at odds with other major lenders…
Sunshine Coast leads regional migration as city exodus continues
New data shows capital-to-regional moves at second-highest level since the pandemic, with Brisbane now losing residents to the…
Buyers stay cautious as auction market hits 2026 peak
Auction volumes hit their 2026 peak, but are buyers are becoming more selective amid economic uncertainty?
Uncertainty is now the defining force in the property market
Inflation, geopolitics, and policy ambiguity are clouding the market; here’s what it means for buyers, investors and sellers
Victorian Government approves 1,500 new CBD homes including 65-storey tower
Major Melbourne project adds density to the CBD as approvals rise but viability concerns remain. $495m tower moves…
Investor borrowing jumps 64% amid tight rental market
A new report shows almost all investor sales in late 2025 turned a profit, with South Australia and…
Tax changes could cut 45,000 homes and push up rents, industry leaders warn
Industry leaders warn that proposed changes to negative gearing and CGT discounts could slash housing supply, drive up…
Why buyers struggle at auction, and how agents can guide them
New research reveals the generational gaps and common pitfalls buyers face at auctions, and why agents who guide…
NSW to launch Smart Rental Bonds to ease renters’ upfront costs
NSW’s new Smart Rental Bonds system will allow tenants to transfer bonds between properties for $25, aiming to…
Record-low rental affordability hits renters
Record-low rental affordability leaves median-income Australians able to rent just 37% of properties, with NSW and SA the…
Housing outlook amid Middle East energy shocks
Rising energy prices create a split market: winners in resources, pressure on households and housing.
Husband-and-wife team takes over Ray White Tea Tree Gully
A hospitality veteran and experienced agent are betting their multicultural backgrounds and local roots will resonate in Adelaide's…
Record housing supply set to trigger major price downturn by late 2027, new data shows
NSW and Victoria face the sharpest slowdown as record housing supply and high interest rates reshape the national…
Ray White Chelsea expands with Hastings merger
The top-ranked Chelsea team has partnered with respected local operator Lisa Roberts to launch Ray White Hastings, combining…
Ray White’s top performers open Manly flagship in Northern Beaches push
The directors behind Ray White's number one international business have opened their fourth Northern Beaches office in nine…
Aussie homeowners hit record equity as property profits soar
Record resale profits across Australia are boosting homeowner equity, supporting upgrades, and widening the gap for first-time buyers.
Labor signals major Capital Gains Tax reforms ahead of May budget
Inquiry finds tax breaks for investors are inflating prices and limiting opportunities for first-time buyers.
Rate hike reality check: RBA lifts to 4.10% as borrower pressure intensifies
RBA rate hike to 4.10% affects borrowers – experts share insights for buyers and property markets
National vacancy rate drops to 1.1% as rental squeeze tightens
Darwin and Hobart lead rent rises with double-digit annual growth, while Perth and Brisbane remain among the tightest…
Pacific Property Buyers puts first-time buyers first with innovative agency model
Pacific Property Buyers launches a no-upfront-fee service to guide first-home buyers through Sydney’s competitive property market.
Underquoting fines set to jump to $110,000 under new NSW crackdown
Stricter penalties, mandatory price guides and stronger oversight aim to boost transparency and protect buyers in NSW’s property…
Ray White warns proposed investor tax changes could reduce rental supply
The real estate group says potential changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing could reduce rental supply…
Portugal leads Europe in property price growth
Australian agents watching offshore investment trends should note Portugal's emergence as Europe's most sought-after market, with property values…
Victoria floats seller-funded building inspections, but not until 2027
The Allan government says home sellers should cover inspection costs, but the policy won't be legislated until after…
Sydney’s cheapest homes now leading market price growth
First-home buyers and expanded government schemes are flipping the script on Sydney's traditional prestige-led housing cycle.
Where buying an apartment now rivals renting
Inner Melbourne, Darwin and Canberra show unit buyers can now pay less than renters, as affordability pressures reshape…
Back to basics: What does anti-money laundering really mean for agents?
Anti-money laundering doesn’t have to be confusing. This feature breaks down what AML means for real estate agents,…
Scaling a rent roll without eroding margin
Crossub co-founder Geng Xu says most agencies hire their way into rent roll growth – and watch the…
Rental growth slows but Gold Coast houses now cost more than Sydney
National rents have stabilised rather than declined, with lifestyle markets overtaking traditional capitals at the top of the…
Family suburbs tipped for growth that agents should focus on
Almost 40 per cent of this year's top growth suburbs were chosen for their appeal to families –…