Perth Housing Outperforms Australia as Supply Pressures Intensify

Perth has recorded the strongest housing price growth in Australia, outperforming all other capital cities in the latest Cotality Home Value Index. Dwelling values in Perth rose 2.4 per cent over the past month, with quarterly growth reaching 7.4 per cent and annual growth climbing to 13.1 per cent, highlighting the city’s accelerating housing market. […]

Rio Tinto Begins Work on Pilbara’s ‘Last Crown Jewel’, Shaping Demand for Modular Housing

According to AFR, Rio Tinto has commenced development of what is described as Pilbara’s last major undeveloped iron ore asset, marking a significant phase in the company’s long-term production strategy in the region. The project will rely heavily on existing rail, port, and power infrastructure, underscoring the industry’s shift away from large new infrastructure builds. […]

Australian miners hold an estimated US$180 billion in infracstructure assets

According to AFR, Australia’s major mining companies are collectively sitting on approximately US$180 billion worth of infrastructure, including rail, ports, power networks and logistics assets built to support large-scale mining operations. Much of this infrastructure is already fully developed and operational. Strategic shift from expansion to optimisation The report highlights a clear shift across the […]

Perth Rental Crisis: Households Need at Least $121.333 a Year to Avoid Rental Stress

According to the latest report, Perth’s rental market has entered a period of severe stress, with households required to earn at least $121,333 per year to avoid rental stress. The article attributes this pressure to critically low rental supply, combined with rising rents and sustained demand. As a result, many households are being forced to […]

Australia’s Property Market Surges as Median Prices Pass $1 Million

Australia’s property market has surged 13 per cent over the past year, reflecting continued pressure from limited housing supply and strong demand. Brisbane’s median reached $1.01 million in the September 2024 quarter, overtaking Melbourne. Credit: AAP Median house prices have jumped by $120,000 in just 12 months, rising from $890,000 to $1.01 million, while quarter-on-quarter growth added […]

Offsite & Prefabricated Homes: A Strategic Push to Accelerate Australia’s Housing Supply — AUSMOD20K Program Partners in the Effort

In response to the urgent national need for affordable and scalable housing solutions, new reforms announced by the NSW Government are setting the stage for a significant expansion in prefabricated and modular home construction. These reforms — part of a broader Building Productivity initiative — aim to standardise and simplify approval pathways for prefab homes […]