Commonwealth Bank home loan interest rate change
Commonwealth Bank announced it will reduce interest rates on Standard Variable Rate (SVR) home loans by 0.25% per annum.
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State, Territory Governments must seize opportunity presented by RBA rate cut
“The opportunity to get the housing market moving again has never been greater. State and territory governments must grab it,” Master Builders Australia’s Chief Economist Shane Garrett said.
Historic university’s new gateway to learning
The new Learning & Teaching building has been unveiled at Monash University’s Clayton campus, creating a dynamic educational environment and striking entrance to the historic campus.
New laws pass protecting Victorian homeowners
The Victorian Government has enshrined laws protecting Victorians buying property off-the-plan from delay tactics used by some property developers to rip people off.
Cities, infrastructure and housing in focus in new ministry
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the announcement of the new Federal Government ministry.
NT WorkSafe highlights the risk of silica dust
NT WorkSafe will visit 34 businesses in Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine and Tennant Creek over the next three months to highlight the risk of silica exposure to their workers.
Making housing a priority
“Housing is a national priority and the appointment of Michael Sukkar as Minister for Housing is recognition of this fact,” stated Graham Wolfe, HIA’s Managing Director.
Victorian Budget delivers on election promises and more training, but business costs remain high
“The Victorian Government has delivered on many of its election promises in this year’s (2019) Budget, despite difficult budget circumstances,” Victorian Head of Ai Group, Tim Piper, said.
Fastest improvement in affordability in six years
“The HIA Affordability Index rose by 2.2 per cent in the March 2019 quarter to post the most significant improvement in affordability since September 2013,” said Tim Reardon, HIA Chief Economist.
Major expansion approved for Westfield Doncaster
The Victorian Government is ensuring Melbourne remains Australia’s capital for fashion, food and retail with the approval of the masterplan for a $500 million redevelopment at Westfield Doncaster.
Australians reject risky changes to property tax
The Property Council of Australia has congratulated Prime Minister Scott Morrison and the Coalition on 2019’s federal election result.
Intervention to encourage housing investment necessary
“Lending for the purchase or construction of a new home has fallen to its lowest level since September 2013,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.