Australian Property Market Update: Auction Activity Rises as Clearance Rates Ease

Australia’s property market gained momentum last week as the spring selling season accelerated, with auction volumes climbing to their highest level since early June. A total of 2,455 homes were taken to auction across the combined capital cities — a strong increase from the previous week and almost identical to the same period last year . Clearance Rates Dip but Remain Strong Despite the lift … Continue reading Australian Property Market Update: Auction Activity Rises as Clearance Rates Ease

Auction Market Preview – Week Ending 14 September 2025.

Australia’s property market is heading into spring with a surge in auction activity. This week, 2,436 capital city homes are scheduled to go under the hammer, up 14.8% from the 2,122 auctions held last week. While slightly below the same week last year (2,457 auctions), the sharp rise highlights strong momentum building across the housing market. Melbourne and Sydney Lead the Charge Together, these two … Continue reading Auction Market Preview – Week Ending 14 September 2025.

Expanded Home Guarantee Scheme unlocks more opportunities for first home buyers

The federal government’s Home Guarantee Scheme is set for a significant expansion effective October 1, 2025, which is projected to unlock numerous opportunities for first home buyers across Australia. This fast-tracked initiative aims to assist eligible first home buyers in purchasing a home with only a 5% deposit, circumventing the need for lenders mortgage insurance (LMI). Key changes include the removal of previous income and … Continue reading Expanded Home Guarantee Scheme unlocks more opportunities for first home buyers

Australian Property Market Update: Auction Activity Strengthens Ahead of Spring.

The Australian property market continued to display resilience through the week ending 7 September 2025, with elevated auction activity and consistently strong clearance rates recorded across the combined capitals. Auction Activity A total of 2,157 properties were taken to auction, representing a 1.5% decline from the previous week but marking the third consecutive week with more than 2,000 auctions. Forward indicators suggest continued momentum, with … Continue reading Australian Property Market Update: Auction Activity Strengthens Ahead of Spring.

Sydney Metro suburbs: high premiums but growth remains on the slow track.

A year on from the opening of Sydney Metro’s Phase 2 (Chatswood to Sydenham), housing markets along the new line are showing mixed results. While properties near metro stations continue to command a premium, growth has generally lagged the broader Sydney market. Growth Trends Around the Metro Cotality’s analysis shows that homes within 1km of Phase 2 stations have seen modest strength, with house values … Continue reading Sydney Metro suburbs: high premiums but growth remains on the slow track.

Auction volumes down slightly across Australia’s two largest auction markets.

Australia’s property market is heading into another busy week of auctions, with 2,159 homes scheduled to go under the hammer across the capital cities. While that’s a touch lower than last week’s 2,190, it’s still above the 2,112 held at the same time last year — a sign that momentum is holding steady as we move deeper into spring selling season. Melbourne takes the lead … Continue reading Auction volumes down slightly across Australia’s two largest auction markets.

Preliminary clearance rate continues to trend higher across combined capitals.

Auction activity has picked up as we lead into spring, with 2,251 homes taken under the hammer last week, a 9.0% lift on the week prior and the highest number of auctions held since the first week of June (2,918). The preliminary clearance rate has also continued trending higher, reaching 76.3% last week across the combined capitals. This is a full percentage point higher than … Continue reading Preliminary clearance rate continues to trend higher across combined capitals.

The green edge: Transforming Australian properties through smartgarden renovations

Australians have a deep affinity for their gardens and it shows. In 2024, the Australian landscaping services industry generated approximately $7.8 billion in revenue. This flourishing sector reflects the increasing popularity of sustainable gardens and outdoor living spaces. From garden design and planting to constructing retaining walls and outdoor features, homeowners and property investors alike recognise the value of enhancing outdoor areas. Renovating a residential … Continue reading The green edge: Transforming Australian properties through smartgarden renovations

Housing targets should be ambitious but not arbitrary, says REIQ

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) is responding to revelations that Treasury has advised the Albanese Government that its flagship housing target of 1.2 million homes will not be met, describing the advice as disappointing but unsurprising. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the disclosure highlights the pressing need for a coordinated national housing strategy that moves beyond big numbers. “These targets are just numbers … Continue reading Housing targets should be ambitious but not arbitrary, says REIQ

Everyone wants to be a Queenslander – especially the Blues, says REIQ

As State of Origin rivalry heats up ahead of the decider on 9 July, Queenslanders won’t be surprised to hear they’ve already scored a massive win – in the enviable lifestyle game. According to interstate migration data analysed by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ), New South Wales residents are packing up and heading north in droves, confirming what locals have always known: Queensland … Continue reading Everyone wants to be a Queenslander – especially the Blues, says REIQ