The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has left the official cash rate unchanged at 4.35% following its June monetary policy meeting, providing some welcome relief for mortgage holders and businesses after a period of interest rate uncertainty. At a glance · Cash rate: 4.35% (unchanged) [...]
The 2026 Federal Budget introduces major changes to Australia’s housing tax framework, alongside continued spending on housing supply, infrastructure and cost‑of‑living relief. While public debate has centred on the political implications, the more important question for property owners, investors and lenders is how these measures interact [...]
For trustees of Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs), property valuations have always been important - but in 2026, they’ve become mission-critical. With increased scrutiny from the Australian Taxation Office and the introduction of new tax measures like Division 296, accurate, well-supported valuations are no longer [...]
The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased the cash rate by a further 25 basis points to 4.35%, marking a third consecutive rise and fully reversing the rate cuts delivered through 2025. The decision reflects persistent inflationary pressures, now being further influenced by global [...]
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the cash rate target to 4.10%, lifting interest rates by 25 basis points following a close 5–4 vote from members of the Board. The decision reflects rising inflation pressures, stronger-than-expected economic momentum in late 2025, tight labour market conditions and heightened global uncertainty, including tensions [...]
