Industry News
Breaking stories, regulatory changes, market data, and major developments across Australian and New Zealand real estate.
Builders launch federal election campaign to address housing crisis
Master Builders Australia has launched its federal election campaign, demanding concrete action from all political parties to address Australia's housing crisis.
Apartment rents cool in the US, but family homes stay pricey
Renters in the United States may find better deals on apartments this year, but those looking for single-family…
Aussie homeownership dreams remain strong despite market pressures
A new LJ Hooker survey has revealed that despite soaring property prices and mortgage pressures, Australians remain committed…
China leads foreign investment in Australian real estate
Foreign investment in Australian residential real estate continues to show strength with China leading the way in approved…
Buying a unit can shave nearly two years off first-home buyer savings time
First-home buyers in Australia can enter the property market nearly two years sooner by purchasing a unit instead…
Victoria aims to become “townhouse capital” with planning reforms
Victoria is set to streamline the approval process for medium-density housing with Premier Jacinta Allan introducing a new…
Stars gather in a stellar venue
In a star-studded evening of timeless elegance, the RE/MAX Australia annual awards gala was a spectacular event in…
NSW Government’s Low and Mid-Rise policy to unlock 112,000 homes over five years
The Minns Labor Government’s Low and Mid-Rise housing policy is set to deliver 112,000 new homes across New…
Productivity failures are holding Australia back, says report
Australia’s housing affordability crisis is being worsened by three decades of declining productivity in home construction, with new…
US real estate giant makes $2.7b bid for Domain
A major shake-up is underway in Australia's property portal landscape as US-based CoStar Group has launched a $2.7…
Agents warned about social media rental scams
A wave of rental scams are targeting renters through social networking sites, with prospective tenants being urged to…
Rate cut provides modest relief as mortgage stress continues
The Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to cut the cash rate to 4.10 per cent offers some reprieve…
Investor boom drives spike in home loans
Australia's home loan market has experienced significant growth in 2024, with investor lending leading the way and showing…
Regional markets show strength as capital cities slow
Regional property markets are showing remarkable resilience while capital cities face declining prices.
View.com.au welcomes Simon Cohen as its Property Expert and ambassador
View.com.au, Australia’s premier property research and free listings platform, is excited to welcome Simon Cohen - one of…
Foreign buyers to be banned from purchasing existing homes
Labor has announced a two-year ban on foreign investors purchasing existing homes in Australia, mirroring a similar policy…
RBA cuts interest rates to 4.1% – what does it mean for real estate?
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered the cash rate to 4.10%, marking the first rate cut…
UK student housing market sees record investment from real estate developers
Real estate developers are investing heavily in the UK student housing sector.
More suburbs join the $2million and $3million clubs
A growing number of Australian suburbs have crossed the $2 million and $3 million median house price mark…
Sydney’s essential workers get new affordable housing development
A major build-to-rent development is set to transform Sydney's Inner West, with the Minns Labor Government announcing plans…
Victorian short-stay tax hitting domestic violence victims in emergency accommodation
Domestic violence survivors seeking emergency shelter through Airbnb are being charged Victoria’s new short-stay tax, prompting urgent calls…
Property doubling myth partially true across New Zealand
The common belief that property prices double every decade has proven true for some New Zealand regions, while…
Greg Ellis appointed Interim CEO as Domain reports strong FY25 growth
Greg Ellis, former REA Group CEO, has been named interim CEO of Domain Group, stepping into the role…
Where your buyers will find love this Valentine’s Day: Ray White reveals Australia’s dating hotspots
Are your buyers looking for love this Valentine’s Day? Where they buy may influence their chances more than…
Regional property markets show strength as capital cities decline
Regional property markets are showing remarkable resilience, with values continuing to outperform capital cities amid challenging market conditions.
LJ Hooker’s brand reset to draw in new agents
LJ Hooker is hoping a bold new brand reset will attract fresh talent to the network, offering agents…
Christie’s International Real Estate expands into Hong Kong
Christie’s International Real Estate has officially launched in Hong Kong, continuing its rapid expansion in East Asia.
South Australia tops HIA’s housing policy ranking
South Australia has topped the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Housing Policy Scoreboard, ranking ahead of all other states…
Deadline looms for NSW rental properties to meet stricter water efficiency standards
From 23 March 2025, rental properties in New South Wales must comply with updated water efficiency standards for…
Premium markets poised for strongest gains as rate cuts near
Australia's premium property markets are expected to see the largest value increases when interest rates begin to fall,…
REA Group CEO Owen Wilson announces retirement
REA Group's Chief Executive Officer Owen Wilson has announced his intention to retire from full-time executive roles in…
Leadership takes centre stage at Launch 2025
Leadership was the focus at Ray White's Launch 2025 event, where more than 1,200 members gathered at the…
Office vacancy remains stable as new supply hits market
The Australian office market is showing resilience with CBD vacancy rates remaining relatively stable, despite significant new supply…
QLD real estate industry rallies as floods impact local housing market
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has pledged its support to residents, businesses, and communities affected by…
Consumer confidence surges as rate cuts loom
Consumer sentiment in Australia has reached its highest point in nearly three years, as speculation grows about potential…