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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.
Liberal energy policy shift: no new coal power
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says no new coal plants will be built under Liberal policy, focusing on renewables, gas, and nuclear while experts warn of price rises.
Geelong Real Estate Hits $2.1M as Market Surges
Geelong's property market shows strong performance with multiple million-dollar sales. Discover the latest auction results and which suburbs are leading the charge.
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.
Coalition dumps net zero, pledges cheaper energy
The Liberal-National coalition abandons its 2050 net zero emissions target, prioritising household power bills. Labor attacks the move as a 'clown show' risking investment.
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.
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.
Geelong Property Market Sees Strong Auction Results
Geelong's property market shows remarkable strength with multiple million-dollar sales. Discover which suburbs are leading the boom and what it means for local homeowners.
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.
Liberals Shut Down Energy Policy Debate
Liberal MPs block debate on Australia's energy crisis as households face soaring power bills. Analysis reveals flaws in government's renewable transition plan.
Balga Property Reaches $1 Million Landmark
A modest Balga house has sold for over $1 million, setting a historic property record for the suburb. Discover what's driving Perth's property boom.
Barefoot chicken thief caught on CCTV in Austinmer
Police hunt barefoot thief who stole a chicken from an Austinmer home as egg prices soar 27% due to avian flu outbreaks. Have information? Contact Crime Stoppers.
Net Zero Could Drive Milk Prices to $7/Litre: Dairy Boss
Bannister Downs managing director Sue Daubney warns Australia's net zero policies could dramatically increase milk production costs, potentially pushing retail prices to $7 per litre.
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.
Perth Property Prices to Reach $2.3M by 2046
Shocking new data reveals Perth house prices could skyrocket to $2.3 million within two decades, pushing home ownership out of reach for most Australians unless urgent action is taken.
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.
No 'Smoking Gun' in Home Deposit Scheme Price Review
Treasury analysis finds no direct evidence linking First Home Loan Deposit Scheme to house price increases. Scheme helped over 110,000 Australians buy homes since 2020.
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.
Beer Tax Frozen: Thirroul Bowlo Celebrates Budget Win
Thirroul Bowling Club members are raising their glasses after the federal government announced a freeze on draught beer tax, providing much-needed relief for local clubs and pubs across Australia.
Why Your Power Bill Isn't Falling With Wholesale Prices
Australian households are getting squeezed as energy retailers pocket savings from falling wholesale electricity prices while consumer bills remain stubbornly high. Discover the real reasons behind this frustrating disconnect in our exclusive investigatio
Why Your Power Bill Isn't Dropping With Energy Prices
Discover why Australian households aren't seeing cheaper electricity bills despite falling wholesale energy costs. We break down the complex factors keeping your power prices high.
Townsville's Biggest Development Surge Since 2020
Soaring house prices have triggered Townsville's most significant construction surge since 2020, with billions in development projects transforming the city's landscape and creating unprecedented opportunities for homeowners and investors alike.
ACT's 30,000 home target at risk as construction lags
The ACT government's ambitious plan to deliver 30,000 new homes by 2030 is under serious threat, with new analysis revealing significant construction delays and infrastructure bottlenecks putting the crucial housing goal at risk.
Minister Defends HomeBuilder Scheme Amid Price Surge Claims
Housing Minister Clare O'Neil defends government's HomeBuilder scheme against claims it overheated Australia's housing market, sparking heated parliamentary debate about housing affordability.
$600k boost to fix Perth's builder shortage crisis
The McGowan government is throwing a $600,000 lifeline to housing industry groups in a bold move to combat Perth's severe builder shortage and accelerate construction across Western Australia.
ACT may adjust property tax to help housing projects
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.
Lithium & Tantalum Prices Soar: Aussie Miners Profit
Australian lithium producers including Pilbara Minerals, MinRes, Liontown and IGO are capitalising on skyrocketing prices for lithium by-product tantalum, creating a lucrative secondary revenue stream.
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