Australia property market news
Keep up with the latest Australian property market news here at Property Guides. We cover all the updates that matter if you’re looking to buy property in Australia, including legislation, market forecasts, and housing developments. You’ll also find handy tips and insights to help you on your buying journey.
Looking to buy in Australia? Why you should consider a tiny home…
Tiny homes and pods are becoming more popular in Australia. Cheaper, easier to maintain, more eco-friendly and often found in beautiful locations, these dwellings are perfect for those who don’t mind sacrificing space in return for breathtaking views, can’t afford to buy a larger property or are simply wanting to downsize.Read more...
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Could you benefit from Australia’s new migration strategy?
In December, Australia released a new and long-awaited migration strategy. Dubbing the current system as “broken”, the new migration system aims to put an end to “back doors” and to be more effective at attracting skilled workers to the country’s shores. We take a look at the key changes.Read more...
Australia’s property market in 2024: a surge for Perth and other insights
Are you keen to buy in Australia in 2024? Here’s an overview of the Australian property market in 2023 and a look at what is in store for the coming year.Read more...
Announced: rule changes for foreign investors in Australia
The Australian government has announced rule changes for foreign investors looking to buy a home there. We look at what this could mean for Australian property plans.Read more...
Buying in Australia from afar: tips for foreign investors
Buying a home in Australia as a non-resident can be complex. Whether you are buying from afar or are only on a temporary visa, you’ll have to seek approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board. There are also restrictions on the type of home you can buy. Let’s unpack it.Read more...
Could your dream home be along Australia’s Sunshine Coast?
Australia’s Sunshine Coast is ideal for overseas buyers looking for a relaxed, family-friendly vibe in…yes, the sun! With a dazzling choice of beaches that you can swim in all year long and wonderful nature to explore, here are ten reasons why your dream home really could be along Australia’s Sunshine Coast.Read more...
What makes Melbourne and Sydney such liveable cities?
Ranking in at third (Melbourne) and fourth (Sydney), Australia did well on the Global Liveability Index. We unpack how they differed and touch on why we think both cities are a great place to call home.Read more...
Australia announces changes to working holiday visa
Working holiday visas are a popular – and fun – way for expats below a certain age to sample the famous Australian lifestyle! New rules kicked in this month, making them even more accessible – we take a closer look and suggest alternative options for those who don’t qualify.Read more...
“Not science fiction”: a two hour flight from London to Sydney by 2033
Do you want to move to Australia but feel put off by the long flight across the world? That flight time could be cut to two hours by 2033. And we’re flying via space!Read more...
How could Australia’s federal budget impact you?
Australia’s federal budget comes promising all sorts that might lure you to its shores: more affordable childcare, reducing the cost of medicine, and energy saving initiatives (plus a nod to the Brisbane Olympics 2032). Here, we look at what the latest federal budget says about migration and its special emphasis on attracting skilled workers.Read more...
Meet Melton: the suburb that made Melbourne more populous than Sydney
For the first time in over 100 years, Melbourne has overtaken Sydney as Australia’s biggest city. Melbourne last held this title in 1905.Read more...
