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Why is it so hard for everyone to have a house in Australia?

Written by Ehsan Noroozinejad, Senior Researcher, Urban Transformations Research Centre, Western Sydney University

Home ownership in Australia was once regarded as proof of success in life. However, it remains elusive for many people today.

Prices have soared beyond wage growth, rents keep rising, and even some well-intentioned government initiatives, including those announced by Labor and the Coalition at their election campaign launches...

Labor’s news bargaining incentive looks a lot like a digital services tax. Will Trump notice?
Tech giants could soon have a new multimillion-dollar motivator to negotiate deals with Australian media companies to pay for…
The threat of sabotage from China is growing. That’s not an excuse to erode Australians’ freedoms
Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesWarnings this week from the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) abou…
6 Key Elements Shaping Trade Show Success in 2026
Trade shows in 2026 are evolving beyond flashy displays or expansive footprints. True success will hinge on crafting experi…
Menulog is closing in Australia. Could food delivery soon cost more?
Jenny Evans/Stringer/GettyIt’s been a rocky road for Australia’s food delivery sector. Over the past decade, majo…
‘High-impact sabotage’: spy chief issues grave warning about espionage and sabotage threat
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) has given a dramatic warning that sophisticated hackers backed by fo…
R&D Tax Incentive 2025 Changes: What Will Impact Your Business?
The Australian government’s R&D Tax Incentive has been a powerful engine for innovation, helping countless businesses p…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Understanding the Importance of Property Valuation Services in Darwin
Introduction Darwin’s property market is known for its unique blend of residential, commercial, and rural investments. With constant changes in market demand, infrastructure development, and lifestyle shifts, understanding the real value…

the Reserve Bank loses its heir apparent to Fortescue's green fund
The Reserve Bank of Australia was roiled today by the resignation of its Deputy Governor Guy Debelle, who is leaving with only six days’ notice. Dr Debelle said that he…
Why training can drive your bottom line
Australia has a $35b learning problem and we’re all ‘too busy’ to fix it Declining participation in workplace learning programs is costing the Australian economy more than $35 billion a…
Green shoots of optimism: Lessons for Australia’s hotel industry
No industry was harder hit by the pandemic than hospitality. This was particularly true for the hotel sector, which was starved of tourism for much of the last two years…

Australian companies pitching to the world’s wealthiest investors

#CapTech 2025 to bring world investors to Australia’s doorstep One of Australia’s leading business and capital events is bringing together inves...

Small business backlash builds as RBA’s surcharge ban risks fuelling inflation

Australia’s small business sector has launched a fierce campaign against the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) proposed ban on debit and credit card...

Australia’s Young Entrepreneurs Redefining Success Through Legacy and Community Impact

A new generation of young Australian small business owners is redefining success, driven by a desire to create a lasting legacy through the positi...

Lessons in AI: How LoanOptions.ai Shows What Smart Adoption Really Looks Like

In a world where many small businesses are still trying to work out how to actually use AI (not just talk about it), Australian fintech LoanOption...

Driving smarter: how car subscription models are redefining mobility and financial flexibility

The world of mobility is changing fast, and car ownership is no longer the default. Across Australia, professionals and businesses alike are seeki...

The Future of Wealth Technology

“You shouldn’t need a large account balance to experience real-time investing. Technology should make that kind of access universal.” For decades...