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White Paper: First Home Buyer Assistance In Australia... Friend or Foe?

A comprehensive analysis of the First Home Owner Grant’s impact on affordability, market behaviour, and long‑term housing outcomes.

Southport Property Market Update 1st Half 2026

Southport is the most populous suburb in the City of Gold Coast, in Queensland, with a population of 36,786 people (as of ABS Census 2021). Just north of Surfers Paradise, it is one of the major busi…

Smart Moves Capital Cities Edition: 2nd Half 2025

Discover what’s driving property trends in 2025 with the new PRD Smart Moves: Capital City Edition 2nd Half 2025, formerly known as the PRD Affordable and Liveable Property Guides. These reports are …

Navigating The Surge: Opportunities in a Rising Market

2025 continues to bring excitement to the residential real estate market, with not only one but three cash rate cuts. As of August 2025, the cash rate was 3.6%, which is similar to the cash rate of A…

Southport Property Market Update 2nd Half 2025

Southport is the most populous suburb in the City of Gold Coast, in Queensland, with a population of 36,786 people (as of ABS Census 2021). Just north of Surfers Paradise, it is one of the major busi…

Smart Moves Capital Cities Edition: 1st Half 2025

The PRD Smart Moves: Capital Cities Edition 1st Half 2025, are available for Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart. These guides provide valuable insights on property trends and how current cash ra…

Smart Moves: Regional Edition 2025

As housing affordability continues to slide across Australia’s capital cities, PRD’s “Smart Moves: Regional Edition 2025” highlights ten regional markets offering a smarter path to home ownership an…

Staying the Course: A Slow but Steady Market Shift

PRD's Australian Economic and Property Update for the 1st half of 2025. 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year in residential real estate, with our first rate cut in February 2025 (and possibly mo…

Gold Coast and Tweed Shire LGA Market Update 1st Half 2025

Gold Coast City Council offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with world-class beaches and an abundance of outdoor recreational activities. The area boasts a thriving economy, excellent schools, and a d…

Southport Property Market Update 1st Half 2025

Southport offers stunning waterfront views, beautiful parks, and easy access to both vibrant shopping districts and the pristine beaches of the Gold Coast. It's a fantastic place to enjoy a balanced …