Industry News
Breaking stories, regulatory changes, market data, and major developments across Australian and New Zealand real estate.
Kochie warns RBA could “go nuclear” on interest rates if inflation climbs
With buyers watching every rate move and vendors weighing their next steps, agents will be paying close attention to the Reserve Bank’s Melbourne Cup Day decision. But according to Compare the Market’s David Koch, the odds of a rate cut are far from certain - and there’s still a real chance the RBA could “go nuclear” if inflation flares.
Rental growth accelerates amid record-low vacancy rates
Australia's rental market is strengthening with national vacancy rates hitting a new record low, driving up rental prices…
Gold Coast unit prices surpass Sydney
Gold Coast unit prices have overtaken Sydney's for the first time, marking a significant milestone for the Queensland…
From blue-chip bargains to coastal climbers: McGrath’s suburb picks for 2026
The 2026 McGrath Property Report names 20 suburbs across four states tipped for growth, from Sydney’s Inner West…
Home loan intentions climb as Australians embrace property
Australian consumers are increasingly focused on property purchases, with home loan intentions jumping 46 per cent in just…
Domain’s Chief Commercial Officer, John Foong steps down
Domain's Chief Commercial Officer, John Foong, has announced he will be stepping down from his position in two…
NSW strengthens rental protections for domestic violence victim-survivors
New tenancy laws passed by the NSW Parliament will give domestic violence victim-survivors stronger rights to leave unsafe…
Nearly 100 Australian suburbs achieve decade of double-digit growth
Australia has 98 suburbs where house prices have consistently risen by at least 10 per cent annually over…
When “contractor” means employee: What the Fair Work decision means for offshore real estate staff
Many real estate leaders rely on offshore support for admin or client management, assuming contractor agreements keep them…
One in three Australian property markets now worth $1 million plus
The once-exclusive million-dollar property club has reached a record high, with one in three Australian property markets now…
Capital city house prices rising at fastest pace in four years
Australia’s housing market is heating up again, with capital city house prices rising at their fastest pace in…
Flood risk wiping billions from Australian property values, new report finds
Flood risk is emerging as a hidden factor in Australia’s property market, with new national data revealing that…
Wine region property values driven by production volume, not prestige
Australia's most prestigious wine regions don't necessarily deliver the strongest property growth, with production volume and export economics…
Victoria blocks rental bidding at the source
The Victorian government has partnered with major real estate websites to prevent unlawful rental bidding practices by ensuring…
Adelaide is now the second most unaffordable housing market
Australia's housing markets continue to rank among the world's least affordable, with all five major Australian cities now…
How Luke O’Kelly built an auction powerhouse in a non-auction market
When Ray White Semaphore principal Bianca Denham sat down with Luke O’Kelly from Ray White West End, he…
School zones add up to 89% to property prices across New Zealand
Families hoping to buy into New Zealand’s top public school zones are paying steep premiums, with new data…
Rising unemployment could trigger earlier rate cuts
Australia's unemployment rate has unexpectedly jumped to 4.5 per cent in September, potentially accelerating the timeline for interest…
Growth in construction costs falls to lowest level in decade
Construction costs are continuing to climb from an already elevated base, with a 0.6 per cent increase recorded…
Qatar to grant title deeds and residency visas within days to foreign property buyers
Qatar is accelerating its efforts to attract international investment by allowing foreign property buyers to receive ownership title…
Sydney leads auction upswing with busiest week since April
The Australian auction market is set for its most active period in months, with Sydney emerging as the…
Lower rates and tight rental markets fuel investor return
Investor confidence in Australia’s property market has rebounded, with REA Group’s latest PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor Report showing…
National vacancy rate holds at 1.2%
SQM Research’s latest figures confirm the rental squeeze isn’t letting up, with national vacancies steady at 1.2% and…
Real estate faces a balancing act as economy rebounds: CommBank outlook to 2026
Cautious optimism returns as stable growth, steady prices and improving confidence set the tone for Australia’s 2025 property…
Australians still struggling with cost of living crisis
Despite government support and financial resilience, just 7 per cent of Australians believe the cost-of-living crisis has improved…
‘Big’ tourist attractions don’t always drive regional property prices
Australia's iconic oversized attractions have varying influence on local property markets, with coastal locations significantly outperforming inland areas…
Melbourne hits new peak as Darwin gathers pace
Melbourne prices edge past their previous peak as Darwin records one of the strongest annual gains nationwide.
Lane Cove tops Australia’s most liveable neighbourhoods list
Sydney's north shore council area of Lane Cove has been named Australia's most liveable neighbourhood in a comprehensive…
Maid’s rooms rank among the UAE’s most searched home features
Forget location and price, UAE home seekers are now searching for something else. According to Property Finder’s latest…
Sydney renters facing mortgage stress without owning homes
Sydney tenants are now experiencing mortgage-level financial stress without even owning a home.
Australia takes unwanted silver for weather losses and the property market is paying the price
Australia’s property market is facing mounting pressure as the cost of extreme weather continues to climb. New data…
Five regions ripe for small property development
Investors are strategically targeting specific regions for small property developments that offer strong capital growth potential and healthy…
Buyers downsize their blocks but not their homes as land shrinks across Australia
Australians are adjusting their housing expectations as land becomes scarcer and more expensive. New data shows that while…
RBNZ makes surprise 50bp cut to 2.50% amid weak economic outlook
New Zealand’s central bank delivers larger-than-expected rate cut to boost confidence as unemployment rises and spending slows
Gold Coast social housing expansion backed by record $5.6b investment
The Queensland Government says it is stepping up the delivery of social and affordable housing on the Gold…