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26/09/2025

The Victorian government has launched the Unlocking Strategic Sites pathway, a new planning process designed to speed up the rezoning of underutilised land such as former industrial sites, golf courses, racetracks, and surplus university land.

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New rezoning plan unveiled

26/09/2025

A new realestate. com, au GemLife Downsizing Australia Report has revealed that older Australians are holding onto more housing stock than they need, with significant implications for the broader property market.

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Older households hold untapped housing stock

25/09/2025

Falling interest rates and easing inflation are breathing new life into Australia’s loan markets, according to the latest survey from the MFAA.

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Brokers report increased optimism thanks to lower rates and reduced inflation, but say job fears remain

25/09/2025

Interest rate hikes don't look to be in the cards until late 2026, or 2027, says NAB chief economist Sally Auld.

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Meanwhile, mortgage holders are eyeing the RBA’s next meeting for a dose of rate relief

24/09/2025

Westpac plans to cut some 200 jobs.

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The move adds to the growing list of lenders cutting industry roles

24/09/2025

MA Money has hired former RedZed BDM Craig Stuart in a newly-created role to lead its commercial division, as the non-bank division of global alternative asset management firm MA Financial gears up for a game-changing launch of new commercial loan products.

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23/09/2025

Great Southern Bank and P&N Group (Police and Nurses Limited) are talking about making their relationship official.

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The M&A hot streak continues in Australia

23/09/2025

Edward Taffa, a mortgage broker at Shore Financial, is featured in the article discussing how trust and technology are reshaping the mortgage broking industry.

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Trust, technology and persistence define Edward Taffa’s success

23/09/2025

Non-bank lender So Money has entered the self-managed super fund (SMSF) lending space, launching a new product aimed at trustees seeking to diversify their investment strategies.

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Loan designed with multiple servicing structures to suit different client profiles

22/09/2025

Westpac tips a rise in the August Consumer Price Index (CPI), citing electricity rebates and rising housing costs.

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Electricity rebates, housing costs drive August inflation outlook

22/09/2025

ASIC Chair Joe Longo has confirmed he will step down at the end of his term in May 2026, after deciding not to seek reappointment.

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Banks praise chair’s leadership legacy

19/09/2025

Perth property investment is experiencing renewed interest as regional Western Australia attracts the highest interstate migration rates in the country, according to a local buyer’s agent.

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What keeps investors focused on Perth?