Perth's Housing Crisis: A Statewide Shame
Perth faces a deepening housing emergency with record homelessness. Mayor Basil Zempilas calls for urgent action and community responsibility to address this crisis.
Perth faces a deepening housing emergency with record homelessness. Mayor Basil Zempilas calls for urgent action and community responsibility to address this crisis.
New PropTrack data reveals Perth's housing affordability crisis worsens as typical families can afford just 17% of homes. Discover the shocking figures and what's driving this crisis.
Australian developer Peet plans to partner with investors for larger projects as housing demand soars. Shares surge 43% amid strategic review outcomes.
The Queensland Reconstruction Authority launches investigation into Cairns Regional Council's handling of cyclone recovery funds. Stay informed about the audit findings.
Conservationists pledge to continue fighting development around Salamander Bay's Mambo Wetlands despite council approving housing plan. Read the latest on this environmental battle.
Opposition slams Labor's Housing Australia Future Fund after only 889 homes completed, falling well short of 40,000 target. Bragg proposes coercive state measures.
Satterley Property Group warns the Cook government's high-density housing strategy fails to address Perth's core land supply issues. Learn why experts say this approach won't solve the crisis.
Newcastle Council pushes for federal housing funds after missing out on $10B HAFF. Over 1800 locals wait up to a decade for public housing. Read the full story.
Commonwealth Avenue Bridge in Canberra will close northbound for up to one year from January 2026 for major upgrades. Plan your commute now.
New research reveals Canberra home buyers need over 8 years to save a deposit, though housing affordability shows steady improvement. Discover the key factors driving this positive trend.
Australian housing affordability hits unprecedented low in 2025, with average mortgage payments consuming over 50% of income. Discover the crisis details and potential solutions.
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
Greens and property industry unite against Labor's mandatory larger garage legislation. Critics call it a threat to housing affordability and urban design.
South Australia becomes the sole state without government funding for its homelessness peak body, raising concerns about sector advocacy and support services during housing crisis.
Sydney developer Third.i considers legal action after Hunter planning panel rejects 900-lot Anambah estate, citing housing crisis concerns. Read the full story.
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
New data reveals Perth homebuyers need 11 years to save a median house deposit amid WA's housing crisis. Discover the shocking figures and what it means for the property market.
New report reveals Perth consumes 32% of average rental income as housing stress spreads across Australia. Discover the solutions being proposed to tackle the crisis.
A $70 million, 17-storey community housing project is now complete in East Perth, providing 112 apartments and 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
WA's first Common Ground housing project opens in East Perth as Perth is named Australia's most unaffordable rental city. Learn about the government's response.
A transformative $70 million community housing project is now complete in East Perth, offering 112 apartments with 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
Townsville's property market shows robust activity with multiple successful auctions and sales. Discover which suburbs are performing strongest in our weekly market analysis.
ACT public housing residents endure years of repair delays and deteriorating homes despite government contracts worth millions. Read their stories of struggle.
New data reveals Canberra's 'most affordable rent' status obscures severe rental stress for low-income earners, with some spending over 60% of income on housing.
The Illawarra region has no affordable rental postcodes left, with essential workers and pensioners facing severe housing stress. Discover the full impact of the rental crisis.
Perth's land sales hit a record 3,683 lots in one quarter, a 51.5% jump. With supply critically low and prices soaring 50% in two years, the city's housing challenge is urgent. Discover the drivers and solutions.
Kath Snell reveals how Perth's shocking rental crisis is killing community spirit and forcing residents out. Discover the human impact and urgent solutions needed now.
Perth faces Australia's worst rental crisis with 0.7% vacancy rates. New push aims to convert empty buildings into housing amid soaring demand.
Western Australia's severe rental crisis leaves 40,000 households in housing stress. Urgent government action needed to address this blight on our wealthy state.