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The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 16 May.
To compile this list, not only do we consider the week’s most-read stories and the news that matter most to you, but we also curate it to include stories from our sister brands that also have an impact on the Australian property landscape.
Here are the biggest property stories of the week:
New home lending grows annually, investment loans near record
The value of new home lending in the March 2025 quarter was more than 14 per cent higher year on year, despite a slight dip from the previous quarter.
Young Australians upbeat on home ownership
Despite housing affordability being one of their biggest concerns, younger consumers remain optimistic about buying a home.
Victoria extends off-the-plan stamp duty concessions
The Victorian government’s investment will enable buyers to access stamp duty concessions on eligible properties for another year.
A fifth of Gen Z borrowing cash for home deposits
More than a fifth of Gen Z home buyers are relying on cash gifts from family to save enough for mortgage deposits, as house prices continue to break records.
NSW vacancies remain at ‘crisis levels’ ahead of rental reforms
While the latest data shows that rental availability continues to tighten across NSW, the state’s peak body has warned that upcoming rental reforms could strain the vacancy rate even further.
Property markets show mixed trends across Australia
Australia’s property market saw varied conditions in early 2025, with interest rate cuts, regional growth, and affordability shaping trends.
Commercial property sentiment hits 8-year high
The NAB Commercial Property Index has risen to an eight-year high as hopes are buoyed by the rate-easing cycle.
Why Women Are Missing Out on Property Investment
Women are under-represented in property investment despite similar home ownership rates. Finni’s Eva Loisance unpacks the gap and how women can close it.
[Related: Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 5–9 May]
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