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RBA Update May 2026

RBA Update May 2026

Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision
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‘Underwhelming’ 2026–27 State Budget a missed opportunity to address Victoria’s ongoing rental market challenges

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has described the 2026-27 Victorian State Budget (Budget) as a failed chance to restore much-needed confidence in Victoria’s rental market through property tax reform. While welcoming certain positive budgetary aspects, including increased support for social and affordable housing, the REIV said this was a missed opportunity to attract and retain investment in Victoria’s property market.

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4 in 5 Victorians agree tax and regulatory settings are discouraging investment in the rental market

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) commissioned independent research (1,000 Victorian adults) and received compelling results showing strong support from the Victorian community for property tax reform. The findings highlight growing concerns from Victorians that current tax policies are placing insurmountable pressure on property investors and constraining rental supply, while also creating a barrier for renters to break into the property market.

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AML/CTF Summit Covers Advocacy, Compliance, and Agency Resourcing in Sold-Out Success

The AML/CTF Summit, held at REIV HQ in Abbotsford on 24 April, was a sold-out success that equipped agencies with practical guidance ahead of their upcoming anti-money laundering obligations.

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Anzac Day Reminder

25 April, Anzac Day, is an important occasion for all Australians and New Zealanders as we pause to honour the service and sacrifice of those who have served, and those currently serving.

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Victoria’s housing market steady but softer on prices and rents

April 2026 Column by Cameron Kusher

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REIV Senior Auctioneering Competition Celebrates Victorian Auctioneering Prowess

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is proud to announce the competitors in the 2026 REIV Senior Auctioneer of the Year competition, showcasing the state’s most skilled and respected auctioneers.

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Melbourne’s Outer Suburbs and Regional Victoria Lead in Quarterly Growth

Melbourne’s outer suburbs and parts of regional Victoria have emerged as the strongest performers in the REIV’s latest median price data for the March 2026 quarter.

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A Quick Analysis of 2025 sales in Melbourne

An analysis of transaction volume in Melbourne at various price points over the 12 months to December 2025 show that high transaction volumes are concentrated at price points that align with the first home buyer stamp duty discounts.

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REIA Warns Against Changes To Property Taxation

A joint statement from the Real Estate Institute of Australia and peak industry bodies warns that new modelling shows further taxes on housing, such as changes to negative gearing or CGT, could reduce supply and push up rents.

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Victoria's Election Year Rental Market Reckoning Time Is Running Out to Bring Renters in from the Cold

The Victorian Government has less than nine months to demonstrate a willingness to abandon its flawed, populist policy of discriminating against rental providers if we are to believe it capable of enabling renters to finally emerge from their residential property wilderness.

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The Victorian housing market remains steady but underperforming most of the other states and territories

March 2026 Column by Cameron Kusher

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REIA’s December 2025 Housing Affordability Report Released

The REIA has released its Housing Affordability Report for the December 2025 quarter, confirming a decline in housing affordability nationally following several quarters of improvement earlier in the year.

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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.

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