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.
East Australia vs west Australia: which coast suits your lifestyle?
Australia’s east coast gets most of the spotlight, but could the less-explored western coast be your perfect home? With affordable properties, fewer crowds and stunning natural beauty, Western Australia might just surprise you as the ideal destination for your new life overseas…Read more...
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10 quirky small towns to buy a home in Australia
Sydney, Melbourne and Perth tend to dominate the international property buyer’s imagination. But if the blare of the big city is not for you, you might find your feet in one of these small towns. Each offers a gentler pace of life, surrounded by nature, be that the coast, the rainforest or the desert. Discover two towns named after animals, the country’s counter-culture capital and a town that is literally built underground.Read more...
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...
