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A Treasury official has admitted that Labor’s contruction policy has failed to boost home completions.

Treasury official admits new homes lagging Labor target

A Treasury official has admitted Labor’s plan to tackle the housing affordability crisis has failed to see a necessary lift in the completion of new homes.

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How Iran war could add $85K to house construction cost

The cost of building a house in Australia is expected to soar by double digits in the coming year with bathroom suppliers Reece and Tradelink announcing big increases to piping costs.

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"Borrowers across the country are experiencing very different conditions," said MFAA CEO Anja Pannek.

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New footage reveals the final stage of Jennifer Hawkins (pictured) and Jake Wall's luxury project at Whale Beach. Picture Instagram/J Group Projects
"A lot of people would think houses would have a higher rental yield but in these regional areas that is not the case," said PRD chief economist Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo. Pic: Adam McLean and Supplied
13 Bradley Street, Kyabram, VIC 3620 $520,000
As affordability bites, granny flats are helping families stay close, share support and make smarter use of their space. Image: Shutterstock

Can granny flats save the housing crisis?

HIA says clearer rules would give homeowners confidence

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Celeste Barber unveils her new Gold Coast pad in the latest Marie Claire Australia Lifestyle. Pictures Julie Adams/Marie Claire/Instagram/Facebook
The answer for finding more money to fund your retirement may be right at home. Pic: Shutterstock

Older Australians overlook reverse mortgages despite $3 trillion in home equity

Older Australians are reluctant to dip into their housing wealth, new research shows.

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New forecasts from Westpac suggest that relief at the petrol could be short-lived when it comes to mortages
The property was designed by renowned local architect, William Beebe. Pic: Buxton.