The West Australian
·australia
·19 hours ago
We shouldn’t be celebrating the loss of rental properties
Investor exodus from Australian rental markets raises concerns about housing supply. Victoria lost 642 rental properties in May while Queensland lost 332, as investors sold faster than they purchased. Fewer rental properties could worsen affordability for tenants unable to buy, though new taxation policies may encourage investment in new builds.
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Published 19 Jul 2026, 16:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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