Economy 7 September 2026

Borrowing capacity squeezed as housing affordability hits record low

Housing affordability has fallen to new lows in the 2026 financial year, with the national median-income household only able to afford 12 per cent of homes sold during the ...

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Technology

Brokerage launches AI tool to automate ID checks

7 September 2026

A Melbourne brokerage has launched a new AI-powered system to automate ID verification in home loan applications.

Regulation

Bluestone signs AFIA Code of Practice

7 September 2026

Bluestone has signed the Australian Finance Industry Association’s Finance Industry Code of Practice.

Property

Investors widen commercial property search beyond capitals

7 September 2026

New analysis has suggested a growing number of investors are turning their attention towards commercial property opportunities in regional Australia.