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Trade Skills Shortage Puts Australia’s Housing Targets at Risk

Australia’s housing and construction industry is facing one of its most pressing challenges in decades: a critical shortage of skilled tradespeople. As the country works toward its ambitious target of delivering 1.2 million new homes by mid-2029, industry experts warn that a lack of electricians,…
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Negative Gearing Reform Debate Reignites in Australia

The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has reignited the debate over housing tax policy, calling for reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions. The ACTU proposes limiting these benefits to a single investment property, with the aim of improving housing affordability and…
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Average Australian Home Build Time Hits 12.7 Months in 2025

Building a new home in Australia now takes significantly longer than it did just a decade ago. According to new data released by the Institute of Public Affairs (IPA), the average home build time has increased by over 50%, rising from 8.5 months in 2014…
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Stockland’s $620M Kings Forest Project Set to Transform Northern NSW

In a landmark acquisition that signals confidence in regional housing growth, property developer Stockland has purchased the expansive Kings Forest development site in Northern New South Wales for a staggering $620 million. The 869 hectare parcel, located in the Tweed region, is set to become…
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