The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 27 February.
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.
Brisbane’s dwelling price surge leaves FHBs reeling
New data has revealed that Brisbane’s cheapest dwellings have risen at breakneck speeds, with brokers warning that the trend has caused drastic shifts in buyer behaviour.
Stamp duty changes set to save downsizers 6 figures
South Australian downsizers are set to save big bucks on stamp duty as the state’s major parties go toe to toe on housing reforms ahead of the upcoming state election.
DIY kit-home surge collides with rising tiny-home demand
Australians are flocking to DIY kit homes and tiny houses as affordability bites, with inquiry volumes and finance leads surging.
Regional markets seize growth lead from capital cities
Cotality’s February Regional Market Update has revealed that regional Australian dwelling values rose faster than capital city markets in the three months to January, marking a decisive shift in momentum as affordability pressures and renewed migration reshape where buyers are willing and able to purchase.
WA brokers react to tax relief policy for housing investors
The Western Australian state government has announced it will increase the land tax exemption for build-to-rent developments.
Cultural shift supports sustained investor market growth
Investor demand remains hot across Australia’s property market despite expectations of further rate rises.
Mortgage demand climbs to 5-year high
Equifax’s latest Consumer Market Pulse for the December quarter of 2025 has revealed mortgage inquiries jumped 12.3 per cent year on year, capping a frenetic finish to the year in which households also leaned harder on credit cards and personal loans.
Agent disqualified over $300k fraud
NSW Fair Trading has revoked the licence of Epping agent John Kim and banned him for five years after he misappropriated approximately $300,000 in trust funds.
[Related: Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 16–20 February]
