Simone Alexander is a demographic consultant with more than 20 years of experience working in both the public and private sectors. She uses her expertise to blog about demographic trends, housing and planning issues in Australia’s cities and regions. Visit demogblog.blogspot.com
Brisbane’s property market is making headlines – and for good reason. Over the past year, home prices have surged by $93,700, nearly double the national average increase, according to PropTrack’s latest Home Price Index. The city’s median dwelling value now sits at $952,000, with houses breaking the $1 million mark and units climbing to aRead More
The Queensland Government has approved changes to the Woolloongabba Priority Development Area (PDA) Development Scheme, setting the stage for significant housing growth in the Gabba Entertainment Precinct. With up to 16,000 new homes now on the table, the Gabba Entertainment Precinct is set to become one of the city’s most transformative urban renewal zones. ForRead More
Australia’s housing market is quietly undergoing a generational shift – and it’s creating fresh opportunities in places many buyers and investors haven’t thought to look. As the population ages, the demand for smaller, low-maintenance homes is rising fast. According to the GemLife Downsizing Australia Report, by 2050, more than one-third of Australians will be agedRead More
The spring selling season has well and truly sprung in Brisbane, and the latest data reveals our city is not just warming up; it’s running hot. As the broader Australian property market gathers impressive momentum, Brisbane has firmly positioned itself as a frontrunner, posting some of the strongest growth seen across the nation’s capitals. TheRead More
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The latest data reveals a Sydney property market gathering momentum this spring. Home values have recorded their most significant quarterly jump in nearly two years, showcasing a resilient and strengthening market. However, for many, the dream of homeownership is becoming more challenging as affordability issues persist. In this month’s update, we’ll delve into the keyRead More
