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'Seismic shift': Māori set to invest in First Nations projects under new deal
One of the biggest and wealthiest Māori tribal authorities has signed a deal to invest in large-scale First Nations projects in renewable energy, mining, agriculture and more. Indigenous business…
Victoria's work-from-home laws delayed until July 2027
Premier Ben Carroll has promised to reset his relationship with Victorian businesses, and says he is open to "common-sense" amendments to the proposed work-from-home legislation.
Building a business outside capital cities? Regional Heroes is looking for you
Regional Heroes shines a national spotlight on regional businesses that are creating jobs, solving problems and making a difference to their communities. The post Building a business outside capital…
Why Trump selling early access to his posts is causing controversy
For up to $US100,000 per month, subscribers can receive the US president's Truth Social posts milliseconds before everyone else. But experts say the bigger question is whether some traders are…
Competition among lenders intensifies ahead of RBA rate call
Nearly 50 lenders now offer variable rates below 6%, even as the RBA signals further rate rises remain on the table
Rate hikes and price falls put buyers in a bind, analysis finds
Borrowing capacity drops and softening values create a double squeeze for Australian homebuyers
Trust tax proposal could force brokers to renegotiate accreditations, industry warns
Peak bodies say the government's discretionary trust tax plan overlooks the regulatory and commercial burden on finance brokers
LMG Lending adds Bluestone Home Loans to non-bank panel
Bluestone for LMG will go live in September, bringing the aggregator's lending suite to seven non-bank lenders
Your family home might be at risk…and most founders don’t realise it
A home worth $3 million with an $800,000 mortgage represents $2.2 million of equity sitting in a founder’s personal name that also carries commercial and legal risk through their business. The post…
[PODCAST] The Biggest Mistake Property Investors Make | Joseph Ballota
Is now the right time to invest in property… or should you wait? Everyone wants to buy at the bottom and sell at the top. But what if trying to time the market is actually sabotaging your wealth?…
Latest Property Price Forecasts. Australian Property Market Outlook 2026-2027: Navigating a Market Correction
Six months ago the conversation about Australian property was all about resilience, about how our markets kept climbing despite thirteen rate rises and a cost of living squeeze that refused to ease.…
Australia's 5-Star Brokers for 2026: the 40 winners revealed
Forty brokers named by their own clients — as market share hits record 81%
Best Mortgage Brokers in Australia: 5-Star Brokers
Meet the best mortgage brokers in Australia as ranked by their own clients – 3,300+ nominations, six criteria, one 5-star standard
Live: Interest rates expected to remain on hold as RBA meets
The Reserve Bank is expected to keep the cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent in August. The central bank will also release its updated economic forecasts, including the inflation, growth and…
Meet the Spanish fighter pilot flying Exercise Pitch Black's fastest jet
From breathing through the nerves to taking everything one step at a time, Spanish fighter pilot Captain Jaime Molina Cegarra shares what it takes to fly the fastest jet at this year's Exercise Pitch…
This week’s Australian Property Market Update – Latest Data, State by State August 11th 2026
Australia’s property markets have entered a more challenging phase, and the latest figures confirm that the momentum of the past few years has shifted. Combined capital city dwelling values have…
Melbourne property market forecast for 2026 & 2027 | Separating the fundamentals from the sentiment
Are you considering investing in Melbourne's property market? You're not alone, since more investors are once again eyeing Melbourne. But the forecasts that looked so promising at the start of 2026…
Australia’s property profit boom is showing its first cracks, but most owners are still well ahead
For years, Australian homeowners have enjoyed a substantial equity dividend as rising property values quietly built wealth in the background. While the headlines focused on interest rates,…
Just For Pets honours Australia’s top independent pet retailers
The event brought together Just For Pets members, supplier partners, and industry representatives. The post Just For Pets honours Australia’s top independent pet retailers appeared first on Inside…
Trust tax proposal could force finance brokers to revisit business systems
Restructuring could also affect existing loans held by business clients if they cannot be assigned or restructured. The post Trust tax proposal could force finance brokers to revisit business…
Westpac reports 20% drop in mortgage applications as investor tax changes bite
Westpac, ANZ, NAB, CBA bank shares plunge as grim data released
Is your mortgage offset account actually saving you money?
For millions of Australian borrowers, an offset account has become an important part of managing a mortgage. Salaries are paid into it, savings accumulate there and household spending flows through…
The missing piece in Australia’s housing debate
Whether you rent, own your home or have never invested a dollar, private housing investment affects You. Every rental home exists because someone chose to invest their savings in housing instead of…
M&A momentum builds despite higher rates and tax headwinds
The proposed Bank Australia and P&N Group merger is the latest example
Business groups pile pressure on Victorian government over WFH law plan
The groups said investment is a key focus for Victoria because it supports job creation and higher wages. The post Business groups pile pressure on Victorian government over WFH law plan appeared…
Adelaide runs red hot as rest of Australia cools
Six of the nation's top 10 hottest LGAs are in Greater Adelaide, new index shows
Brisbane Property Market Forecast [2026 & Beyond] – What The Olympics Decade Means for Investors.
Brisbane has quietly become one of Australia’s most exciting property stories — a city transforming from the underdog of the east coast into a powerhouse of growth, lifestyle, and opportunity. While…
Auction activity picks up as buyers edge back in ahead of RBA call
Clearance rates climb across the board with Tuesday's rate decision in focus
Sydney property market forecast for 2026 and 2027 | Why the short-term softness is a long-term opportunity
Thinking of investing in Sydney property? You're not alone, but that doesn't mean it's straightforward right now. "Sydney's too expensive," "you've missed the boat," "now's not the time to invest,"…
Co-buying on the rise as property affordability worsens
When mum, dad and adult children go all in on one mortgage
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