From Blueprint to Backlog: Why Australia Can’t Build Homes Fast Enough
Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of the APN Insight series, “The Anatomy of a Crisis.” The series was prompted by a viral video from MacroBusiness economist Leith van Onselen, which crystallised the scale of the nation’s housing shortfall. In...
Is Migration Really to Blame for the Housing Crisis? An Alternative View
Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of the APN Insight series, “The Anatomy of a Crisis.” The series was prompted by a viral video from MacroBusiness economist Leith van Onselen, which crystallised the scale of the nation’s housing shortfall. In...
KWM China Insurance Exit: Fallout for Aussie Property Deals?
King & Wood Mallesons' (KWM) China division's separation from its global professional indemnity insurance scheme, triggered by lawsuits and regulatory investigations, presents potential risks for Australian property professionals engaged in cross-border deals. This development, reported by The Australian Financial Review,...
2025 Aussie Property Outlook: Experts Weigh In on House Price Trajectory
Experts predict continued growth in the Australian property market through 2025, driven by population growth, tight rental markets, anticipated interest rate cuts, and rebounding investor activity. Sydney and Melbourne are expected to lead the upswing, while Adelaide and Perth's growth...
Rate Hikes Bite, But Negative Gearing Shields Landlords From Mass Sell-Off
Australian property investors saw rental profits plummet 73% in 2022-23, according to ATO data, largely due to surging interest rates and rising costs. Despite this, negative gearing and CGT discounts appear to have prevented a mass sell-off, highlighting the ongoing...
Vic Home Invasion Spike Sparks Self-Defence Law Push: What it Means for Property Values
A push to strengthen Victoria's self-defence laws, driven by a reported spike in home invasions, has significant implications for Australian property professionals. Libertarian MP David Limbrick is advocating for a Law Reform Commission review, citing constituent concerns and a perceived...
