David Chandler Joins the VBA
Building a Stronger Industry: The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is stepping up its efforts to strengthen building standards by welcoming David Chandler OAM, the former NSW Building Commissioner. Known for his transformative leadership in New South Wales, Chandler has a reputation for driving industry reform and elevating compliance standards. With over four decades of experience, […]
Cash rate update for November 2024
RBA Holds Cash Rate at 4.35% Amid Economic Balancing Act
Cash rate update for September 2024
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has just announced a hold on the cash rate of 4.35% at today’s meeting. August 2024 data shows unemployment rates steady at 4.2% but this is up from a low of 3.5% in mid-2022. The US Federal Reserve reduced its interest rates by 0.50% to 4.75% last week to […]
Federal Governments Home Guarantee Scheme
A Step Closer to Homeownership with the Home Guarantee Scheme Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but the Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS) helps eligible Australians secure a home loan with a smaller deposit, without the cost of Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI). Administered by Housing Australia, the scheme offers various guarantees, including the First Home Guarantee […]
Cash rate update for August 2024
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has just announced a hold on the cash rate of 4.35% at today’s meeting. With the June 2024 quarter Consumer Price Index (CPI) coming in slightly lower than some expected at 3.8% and monthly unemployment rising to 4.1% in June 2024, this decision reflects the RBA’s cautious approach and […]