Regional Housing Challenges: Parliament Inquiry Echoes REIV’s Call for Reform

Regional Housing Challenges: Parliament Inquiry Echoes REIV’s Call for Reform

The Victorian Parliament, through the Legislative Assembly Environment and Planning Committee, has released its final report on the supply of homes in regional Victoria, confirming what the REIV and regional agents have long warned: housing supply across regional communities is not keeping pace with demand.

Auction preview for the week ending 7 December 2025

The REIV is expecting about 1700 auctions in 345 suburbs this week.

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Strong Investor Activity and Higher Property Listings May Herald Rising Victorian Property Prices

Despite rising property listings, properties in Melbourne are selling faster than any time since August 2023. This highlights the improved sentiment of buyers amid rising demand for Melbourne property.

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Rental Reform Regulations Released – Critical Update for Property Managers

The Victorian Government has released its updated Residential Tenancies Regulations, confirming significant reforms that every property manager must understand

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Rental Market Needs Certainty To Create More Room

The Real Institute of Victoria (REIV) calls on the Victorian Government to shift its focus from over-regulation to investment incentives if it is to achieve the critical market balance needed to overcome the state’s rental housing supply issues.

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Price Transparency Reform Needs More Considered Action

The REIV welcomes effective regulatory reform to address underquoting concerns but cautions the Victorian Government against adopting an overly narrow and reactive approach.

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RBA Update November 2025

Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision

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REIV Rallies Behind Groundbreaking PRADS Initiative to Transform Victorian Housing Market

Revolutionary digital platform to unlock private sector investment for essential worker housing

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Rising demand and tight supply set the stage for stronger Victorian property prices

This column is designed to give you the inside information on what the latest data shows and what you need to know for your discussions with buyers and vendors.

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Biggest September Quarter for auction sales in eight years

Nearly 7,500 properties were sold under the hammer across Victoria in the September quarter 2025, marking the state’s strongest result for this period since 2017.

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REIV Appoints Toby Balazs as Chief Executive Officer

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) today announced the appointment of Toby Balazs as Chief Executive Officer, commencing 10 November 2025. Sam Hatzistamatis, REIV President, said Mr Balazs’ extensive industry experience and high-performance credentials distinguished him as the standout leader to progress the REIV’s vision.

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Third successive quarter of price growth reflects ongoing Victorian property market revival

Positive quarterly price results across metropolitan and regional houses and units for the third consecutive quarter, speak to a diverse market offering opportunities for both sellers and discerning buyers.

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RBA Update September 2025

Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision

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Real Estate Matters - A podcast by the REIV

The REIV provides a platform for informed, expert led conversations on the topics that matter to real estate professionals and enthusiasts.

A new episode of the REIV-owned podcast will launch every six weeks. The podcast will feature interviews with property sector experts and will include guests from the REIV membership, kindred bodies, policy makers and regulators.