WA Rental Crisis Hits 40,000 Households
Western Australia's severe rental crisis leaves 40,000 households in housing stress. Urgent government action needed to address this blight on our wealthy state.
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Perth's 10 New Transit Precincts to Boost Housing
WA's State Government launches 10 state-led precincts to streamline housing approvals and create vibrant communities around Metronet stations. Discover the plan for a more connected Perth.
Prefab Homes Could Solve Australia's Housing Shortage
Australia faces 48,000-home annual deficit as modular housing offers faster, cheaper solution. Learn how policy changes and bank support could bridge the gap.
Conservationists Fight Wetlands Housing Development
Conservationists urge Port Stephens Council to abandon a plan to build housing on Mambo Wetlands buffer zone, threatening koalas and fragile ecosystems. Decision due November 25.
11,000 new homes to shape Illawarra's future
Major planning changes are set to transform the Illawarra region with 11,000 new homes and taller buildings proposed across Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. Discover how these developments will reshape our communities.
Cranbrook residents fear new housing worsens flooding
Townsville residents fight 49-lot housing development fearing increased flooding. Council meeting scheduled for decision. Read the latest updates.
State takes control of station precincts from councils
WA Planning Commission now controls development around 10 train stations, sidelining local councils' years of planning work. Cottesloe, Mosman Park affected.
Port Stephens koalas face extinction from development
Environmental groups warn Port Stephens koalas face local extinction due to habitat fragmentation from housing developments. Urgent action needed to balance conservation with housing needs.
WA Social Housing Waitlist Grows Amid Crisis
Western Australia's priority social housing waitlist surges to 3,847 applications as advocates demand immediate action from the Cook government to address the growing crisis.
Rockingham's 16,000-Home Plan for AUKUS Growth
Rockingham Mayor Lorna Buchan unveils a plan for 16,000 new dwellings, including 24-storey towers, to support AUKUS-driven population growth. Urgent government approval and road funding are needed to prevent major gridlock.
Perth Housing Market Reaches Critical Pressure Point
Perth's property market faces unprecedented pressure with listings at record lows and intense buyer competition. Discover what's driving the crisis and when relief might come.
Defence Housing to Add 1000 Homes in Rockingham
Defence Housing Australia plans to nearly double its Rockingham portfolio, adding 200 homes annually over five years to support Navy personnel and local economy.
High-density housing push for Lake Macquarie affordability
Lake Macquarie councillor advocates for high-density housing to combat a 34% affordability plunge. New 20-year vision targets strategic centres for growth. Read the full analysis.
WA Infrastructure Summit Aims to Unlock Housing Supply
UDIA WA's Infrastructure Summit tackles critical delays in power, water, and roads needed to unlock land for 90,000 new homes. Discover the collaborative solutions.
Local Governments Slam WA Housing Development Plan
Perth councils express disappointment over John Carey's housing announcement. Learn how this affects local communities and urban planning across Western Australia.
WA Government's 'Stealth' Housing Plan Angers Councils
The WA Government bypasses local councils with new housing approval powers, sparking outrage from local governments and planning experts. Learn how this affects communities.
Perth's Density Denial: Time to Grow Upwards
Perth faces a housing crisis as density denial threatens the city's future. Experts urge vertical growth to preserve suburbs and character. Read why upward expansion is crucial.
35,000 New Perth Apartments Near Train Stations
WA Planning Minister John Carey announces reforms to build 35,000 apartments near 10 Perth train stations, sidelining local councils to accelerate housing development.
Locals fight high-rise development above suburban pub
Argenton residents form community committee to oppose 300-apartment development above local hotel declared state-significant project. Read about their concerns.
Cairns Social Housing Water Damage Scandal
Major water damage discovered at Queensland's largest social housing project in Cairns. Insiders reveal construction defects affecting hundreds of apartments. Urgent repairs needed.
SA Minister: Urban Sprawl Not a Dirty Word
SA Planning Minister defends urban expansion as essential for housing supply. New developments planned amid infrastructure challenges. Read the full analysis.
Perth's Density Dilemma: Minister's Stern Warning
WA Planning Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson warns Perth must embrace higher density living or risk locking the next generation out of the housing market. Learn the urgent need for urban consolidation.
WIN Grand redesign drops cinema, pool amid community anger
Controversial changes to Wollongong's $275m WIN Grand development see cinema and public pool removed while adding more apartments. Locals call it a 'cynical disregard' for community.
Property Council: Strip Councils of Planning Powers
The Property Council urges the WA Government to take planning powers from councils blocking housing development, citing the worsening housing crisis. Read the full story.
FNQ Plan: 48,485 New Homes in 20 Years
Queensland's draft Far North Regional Plan targets 48,485 new homes by 2046. Have your say on housing and infrastructure needs. Public consultation open until Jan 5, 2026.
Auckland's Housing Model: Solution for Perth Crisis
Could Auckland's housing reforms solve Perth's property crisis? Experts reveal how New Zealand's approach offers practical solutions for Western Australia's growing challenges.
Wollongong CBD tower gains 6 storeys in new plan
Developer Blaq Projects seeks to add six storeys to its Kenny Street complex, delivering 41 affordable homes and 33 extra hotel rooms to Wollongong's CBD under new state policies.
Housing Authority's Annual Audit Failure Continues
Western Australia's Housing Authority faces scrutiny as it fails yet another financial audit, raising serious questions about financial management and accountability in the state's public housing system.
WA Government sells affordable apartments for $18 million
The Cook Government has sold 18 affordable housing apartments in East Perth for $18 million as part of a landmark project aimed at helping low-income earners get into the property market.
Townhouse Plan Could Cut House Prices by $100k
New research reveals how strategic townhouse and apartment development in major cities could dramatically improve housing affordability for Australians.
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