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The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 27 June.
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:
Falling rates keep mortgage arrears at low levels
Arrears remain at historically low levels and are expected to trend lower, according to Cotality, as rate cuts ease mortgage pressure.
NSW unveils ‘pre-sale finance guarantee’
The NSW government has unveiled a range of budgetary measures to ease housing pressures, including broader land tax concessions for build-to-rent developments and ‘pre-sale’ finance guarantees.
Qld to launch new home ownership scheme
The state’s new home ownership scheme will see the government make an equity contribution of up to 30 per cent on new homes.
ACT to reform stamp duty threshold and planning laws
The ACT government will increase the stamp duty concession threshold, invest in new affordable homes, and change planning laws to support supply.
Investor activity surges as rental market tightens
A recent study has highlighted strong investor activity, approaching highs not seen in almost a decade. The rental market is playing a key role in the trends.
Construction costs remain elevated amid economic easing
Despite a dip in construction momentum, cost escalation is expected to remain elevated across most capital cities, according to new research from project advisory firm WT.
Quarterly price surge predicted in key Melbourne and Darwin suburbs
Various suburbs across the nation have been earmarked for imminent growth, with property prices in Melbourne and Darwin positioned to surge over the coming months.
Easing CPI paves way for more interest rate cuts in 2025
May’s latest Consumer Price Index data reached its lowest point since October 2024, lending further support to additional rate cuts over 2025.
[Related: Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 16–20 June]
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