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Industry reacts to Albanese’s cabinet arrangement
14 May 2025

The re-elected Labor government has announced some changes to its frontbench. Players in and around the broking industry have weighed in on the announcement.

EOFY advantage: How brokers can collaborate (and negotiate) with SME lenders
14 May 2025

As we approach the EOFY, brokers are entering a critical window of opportunity, particularly when it comes to supporting small-business clients. This period is marked not only by tax ...

New ANZ CEO to prioritise customers
14 May 2025

Nuno Matos, the new head of the major bank, has released a statement discussing the path forward for ANZ.

Home owners want energy efficiency but face hurdles
14 May 2025

Australians want energy-efficient homes, but knowledge gaps and upfront costs are major barriers to electrification and sustainable upgrades.

Sussan Ley elected as new Liberal Party leader
13 May 2025

The minister has been named as the new Liberal leader, marking a historic shift for the party.

Gen Z most likely to invest money into property ownership
13 May 2025

A new report has highlighted the hunger for home ownership among young Aussies.

Housing market sentiment rebounds across most of Australia
13 May 2025

Australian housing sentiment has risen sharply in March, with property values growing and confidence buoyed by February’s interest rate cut.

Pallas Capital stays steady in flat property market
13 May 2025

Pallas Capital has reported solid loan activity in Q1 2025, eyeing residential market recovery as interest rate cuts loom.

Why paying off your mortgage can cost you in the long run
13 May 2025

It’s fair to say Australians have an obsession with property. It’s often considered a rite of passage to buy our own home. And once we have secured the property, the next common goal is to ...

Brokers drive 19% growth in home loan books at Macquarie
12 May 2025

The almost major bank announced its yearly results for FY2024–25, highlighting strong growth in home loans, driven by the broker channel.

Major banks post modest profit growth amid challenges
12 May 2025

Australia’s major banks report higher profits but face intensifying competition, rising costs, and digital transformation pressures.

Property markets show mixed trends across Australia
12 May 2025

Australia’s property market saw varied conditions in early 2025, with interest rate cuts, regional growth, and affordability shaping trends.

Minns government delivers $4.4m regional housing boost
12 May 2025

The NSW government has announced additional funding to assist regional councils to speed up housing development.

Is your home loan weighing you down? Refinancing could save Australian home owners billions
12 May 2025

In Australia, home ownership is a cornerstone of the “Great Australian Dream”. However, many home owners may be paying more than necessary on their mortgages, unaware of the significant ...

Brisbanites taking advantage of government property incentives
12 May 2025

Following the federal election, Brisbane locals are making use of introduced support, injecting some “fresh optimism” into the property market.