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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.

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.

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.

Four Dead in Queensland House Fire Tragedy

A tragic house fire in Emerald, Queensland has claimed four lives, leaving the Central Highlands community in shock as emergency services investigate the cause of the blaze.

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.

$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.

Kiama Depot Site to Become 450 New Homes

Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.

Property prices outpace wages in three capitals

New data reveals property values are skyrocketing while wages struggle to keep pace in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, creating a growing affordability crisis for aspiring homeowners.

Property values trump wages in three Aussie capitals

New data reveals Australian property owners in three capital cities are seeing their wealth grow faster through housing than through their salaries, creating a widening wealth gap across the nation.

$193M Student Tower Reaches Construction Milestone

A massive 916-bed student accommodation development in Waterford has hit a crucial construction milestone, bringing Yugo Australia's $193 million project closer to completion and addressing Perth's student housing needs.

Midland Brick Sales Soar as WA Housing Rebounds

Western Australia's building industry is roaring back to life as Midland Brick reports massive sales growth, fueled by recovering home approvals and government construction incentives.

Shellharbour housing boom may impact Illawarra roads

Major residential developments in Shellharbour could overwhelm local infrastructure, with transport experts warning of significant traffic impacts across the Illawarra region unless upgrades are prioritised.

Greens, Liberals force audit of $10b housing fund

In a rare bipartisan move, the Greens and Liberal Party have successfully pushed for an Australian National Audit Office investigation into the government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, raising questions about the fund's management and trans

Newcastle Council to Miss Housing Targets

Newcastle City Council faces mounting pressure as it appears unlikely to meet the NSW government's ambitious housing supply goals, raising concerns about affordability and availability across the region.

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