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housing crisis
Adelaide, Perth Median Dwelling Prices Surpass Melbourne
Melbourne’s home values have declined for 6 consecutive months, influenced by the increased tax burden on investment properties.
NSW in Need of 150,000 Trade Workers in the Next 15 Years: Report
For NSW, it’s not so much a case of “build it and they will come” as a case of “where will they come from to build it.”
California Plan to Build New City Qualifies for November Ballot
The planned eco-friendly community in northern California would span approximately 17,500 acres.
Australia's 3rd Most Populated City Becomes 2nd Most Expensive Housing Market
Experts said the lack of housing supply, increasing prices, and the influx of migrants are driving factors.
Queensland Government Collects an Extra $3.5 Billion in Stamp Duty Tax
A report has revealed that the Queensland government has received an extra $3.5 billion in stamp duty over the last 3 years.
NSW Eyes Victorian Short-Term Rentals Levy to Tackle Housing Crisis
Three tax models have been proposed to ‘incentivise’ investors to convert their properties into long-term rentals.
NZ Government to Axe Top-Down Mandate on Housing
The MDRS planning laws bypassed councils as a way to speed up building approvals for the country’s rapidly growing housing demands.
‘Excessive’ Immigration Is Putting Pressure on Inflation: Scotiabank Economist
In evaluating the latest inflation data, economist Derek Holt noted “Canada’s torrid rate of population growth is adding to inflationary pressures.”
Accidentally Released Document Reveals Plan to Rezone Land Around Sydney’s Stations, Build 45,000 Homes
Documents revealing Sydney’s plans to deal with its crippling housing shortage were leaked on Dec. 5 but pulled down shortly after.
