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Master Builders Australia has described the rise in housing finance as a positive sign.
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Despite epic record profits, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has backed claims by major lenders that their cost of borrowing has risen drastically in the wa…
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The RBA’s explanation for its decision shows that it is making a rosy call of both the current data and the direction in which the Australian economy is headed.…
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The value of housing loans loans hit a two-year high in December, putting an early question mark over a March interest rate cut.
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The Housing Industry Association has warned against disbanding the industry's regulatory body.
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The property market has gotten off to a weak start, with auction clearance rates coming in lower when compared to the same time last year and some experts sugge…
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More than one in 10 Australians downsized their home last year to lower their housing costs, a new report says.
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The Australian green party has argued a long-term strategy on housing is required.
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Master Builders Australia has called on the government to review the Fair Work Act.
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Developer Pradella is planning a 16-storey Brisbane apartment block.
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The Australian Greens have again urged federal Labor to increase its proposed mining tax, to better protect industries struggling under the weight of the high A…
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Australian business conditions improved last quarter as an industry survey found a pick-up in sales, profitability and employment, while firms also became more …
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