All posts tagged "economy"
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456BuildingHousing affordability the best it’s been since 1999
“The combination of lower home prices, improvements in wage growth and lower interest rates have contributed to the ongoing improvement in the...
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236News and ViewsProperty industry confidence shows post-election jump but challenges remain
Property industry confidence has jumped following the federal election outcome in a positive sign for the Australian economy, but the Property Council...
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250News and ViewsVictoria leading the nation in retail trade growth
Victoria’s strong economic record continues, with the state recording the country’s strongest retail trade growth in May 2019.
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143News and ViewsAPRA reduction in mortgage hurdle will boost housing activity
“The announcement by APRA that the mortgage serviceability test is to be relaxed is great news at a time when the potential...
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137News and ViewsMore evidence of post-election bounce in housing market
“The number of building approvals for new homes across Australia increased during May (2019), adding to evidence that Australia’s housing market is...
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383News and ViewsPopulation growth will support building activity
“Dramatic changes in migration intake can create shocks in demand for private sector businesses, including those in the residential building industry. Changes...
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272Mining & ResourcesLow carbon gas policies proposed at gas symposium
Research released proposes low carbon gas policy incentives that could help efforts to decarbonise the nation’s economy.
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417Retail
FWC raises minimum wage, but retailers warn that challenges remain
The National Retail Association (NRA) has warned that the sector still faces a challenging period ahead as the Fair Work Commission (FWC)...
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276News and ViewsFirst Home Buyers continue to drive Australia’s housing market
“The importance of the First Home Buyer (FHB) segment of the market has grown again, with newly released figures for March (2019)...
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292News and ViewsInfrastructure investment a highlight of WA budget
The Australian Industry Group WA congratulates the State Government on the work it has done to assist in returning the WA budget...
