Paid rental inspections boom in Australia's tight market
Desperate renters are paying strangers to inspect properties for them in Australia's competitive rental market. We explore the booming side hustle and what agents think.
Desperate renters are paying strangers to inspect properties for them in Australia's competitive rental market. We explore the booming side hustle and what agents think.
Great Northern Super Crisp has been named Australia's best-selling beer for an unprecedented fifth straight year, highlighting a major shift towards mid-strength brews. Discover the full top five list and what it says about changing Aussie tastes.
Brendan Fraser stars in the heartwarming Boxing Day release 'Rental Family', marking his leading man return after an Oscar win. Read our review of this Tokyo-set film.
The ASX small-cap sector exploded in 2025, driven by a gold boom, silver's 140% surge, and geopolitical tailwinds. Discover the year's top performers and what 2026 may hold.
A 37-year-old man has died after losing control of a rental e-scooter in Geraldton in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Perth tenants are set to pay an extra $2200 on average for rent in 2025 compared to 2024, as a new report highlights the city's severe rental crisis. Discover the data and what it means for the market.
As Christmas nears, thousands flock to Chadstone shopping centre and Sydney Fish Market for last-minute gifts and seafood. Get the latest on festive crowds and travel.
Perth renters faced an average $2200 annual rent hike in 2025, with house rents up $51 a week. New data reveals families are skipping meals and cutting essentials to cope with the housing crisis.
A new survey reveals more than a quarter of West Australians will consider regifting unwanted presents this Christmas. Discover the most common regifted items and expert tips for ethical gift-giving.
REIWA President Suzanne Brown reflects on a challenging 2025 for WA's real estate, marked by bidding wars and rental stress. Her hope for 2026 is a more balanced market. Read the full analysis.
After his Oscar win for The Whale, Brendan Fraser forges a new path in the poignant Japanese drama Rental Family, exploring loneliness and connection. The film opens in Australia on Boxing Day.
Kaili Resources rocketed 39,650% in 2025's ASX frenzy. Discover the year's top performers, from gold majors to critical minerals stars, and the sectors that took a beating. Get the full analysis.
Leading investment banks forecast a significant correction in iron ore prices to around US$83 per tonne by 2026, driven by rising global supply and slower demand growth from China's steel sector.
Perth's housing crisis forces residents into extreme measures: skipping meals, working multiple jobs, and delaying medical care just to keep a roof overhead. Discover the human cost.
Western Australian renters are paying an extra $20,000 a year as rents skyrocket, pushing families to the edge. New data reveals the crisis, with urgent calls for rent caps and government intervention. Read the full story.
A Canberra property journalist with eight years of perfect rental history reveals why she still needs her parents as guarantors, exposing the harsh realities of Australia's rental crisis. Read her story.
The popular Prospect venue RentaRack Mekko Market and Cafe is closing its doors this weekend. The owners hint at a potential return in a new format. Read more about this local favourite's future.
The WA Government extends its rent relief program after Perth was declared Australia's most unaffordable city. Grants of $5000 will continue until June. Read more.
A new report reveals Townsville's rental vacancy rate has crashed to 0.7%, sparking fears for the city's future. Experts warn of severe social and economic consequences if action isn't taken. Read the full analysis.
Discover how digital trading platforms have democratised commodity markets, making them accessible to farmers and small producers across Australia. Learn about the transformation from exclusive old boys' clubs to transparent online systems.
Australian businesses face greater danger chasing wrong trends than missing them by 2026. Expert Lanna Hill reveals how to identify genuine opportunities versus distractions.
Perth property market surges with values increasing by $5000 weekly. Discover what's driving this unprecedented growth and what it means for homeowners and buyers.
Lotterywest terminates agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. A zero-tolerance crackdown on the black market.
Lotterywest has terminated agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. This crackdown supports community health and integrity.
Former property manager reveals shocking rental market reality in Hunter region. Learn about the application chaos and what's being done to fix Australia's housing crisis.
New PropTrack data reveals Perth's housing affordability crisis worsens as typical families can afford just 17% of homes. Discover the shocking figures and what's driving this crisis.
Australian developer Peet plans to partner with investors for larger projects as housing demand soars. Shares surge 43% amid strategic review outcomes.
A former property manager shares her 'mind-boggling' experience applying for 40+ rentals in Newcastle's competitive market. Learn about the push for regulation.
New data exposes Hunter region suburbs where renters are most likely to lose their bond money. Discover which postcodes are costing tenants hundreds.
JLL research reveals Perth's top-rated sustainable offices can charge 7% more rent, with fully electric buildings seeing a 23.4% national premium. Discover the financial benefits of green retrofitting.