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The latest Australian property market, home loan interest rate and housing policy updates, refreshed automatically.
RBA Lifts Cash Rate to 4.85 Per Cent in November Decision
The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points, reaching an 18-year high of 4.85 per cent.
National Property Values Decline for Seventh Consecutive Month
Australian home values fell by 1.2 per cent in October, marking seven months of continuous decline as the market downturn accelerates.
Auction Clearance Rates Drop as Buyer Caution Prevails
Preliminary auction clearance rates have fallen to 47.2 per cent, signalling a cooling market as buyers navigate economic uncertainty.
Rental Market Eases as Vacancy Rates Rise Across Capitals
National rental vacancy rates have climbed to 2.3 per cent, providing some relief to tenants as rental growth begins to slow.
Buyer Confidence Hits Lows Amidst Interest Rate Pressures
New research shows 61 per cent of property market participants feel less confident following recent interest rate increases.
National Home Values Slide for Seventh Consecutive Month
Australian property values fell 1.2 per cent in October, marking seven months of consecutive declines as market conditions tighten.
Auction Clearance Rates Hit Six-Year Low Amid Rate Hike Fears
Auction activity has slumped as vendors pull properties from the market ahead of an expected RBA interest rate decision.
Borrowing Capacity Shrinks as RBA Rate Hike Looms
Four interest rate hikes in 2026 have significantly reduced household borrowing power, with further increases expected this week.
Rental Market Growth Slows as Vacancy Rates Edge Up
National rental growth has decelerated to 0.5 per cent as vacancy rates show signs of a slight increase.