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Loan books steady among banks, but growth momentum fades
16 April 2026

Growth momentum across Australia’s housing finance market has eased, even as loan books continue to climb, according to latest data from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.

Draft CGT changes to target foreign investors
16 April 2026

The federal government has released draft legislation in consultation to clarify capital gains tax rules for foreign investors selling assets linked to Australian land and resources.

Business confidence collapses despite resilient conditions
15 April 2026

Business confidence has slumped sharply as global uncertainty escalates, despite underlying activity remaining relatively resilient.

Brokers react to new property ladder data
15 April 2026

A new dataset tracking property ladder movement across Australia’s major capitals is providing fresh insight into how borrowers are navigating shifting rate environments.

Specialist lending surges as brokers embrace new tools
15 April 2026

Specialist lending activity is accelerating as brokers increasingly turn to technology to navigate more complex scenarios, according to new data from Quickli.

Broker channel dominant in property investment
15 April 2026

A new survey has highlighted the strength of the broker channel in property investment, with more than half of respondents indicating they use brokers to fund investments.

How can brokers combat fraud?
14 April 2026

As mortgage fraud concerns re-emerge across the lending sector, brokers are speaking out about their experiences, responsibilities, and the growing complexity of detecting malpractice.

ME unveils new broker mortgage platform
14 April 2026

ME Bank has launched a new digital home lending experience for brokers, aimed at simplifying the mortgage process through updated products and streamlined workflows.

Bridgit joins SFG lending panel
14 April 2026

Bridgit has been appointed to the lending panel of Specialist Finance Group (SFG), expanding the availability of its bridging loan products to brokers within SFG’s national network.

Brokers told to act early as lending landscape shifts
14 April 2026

Brokers are being urged to take a more proactive approach to client management as rising rates and shifting policies create a more complex lending environment.

Agriculture remains robust despite fuel and fertiliser shock
13 April 2026

Australia’s agricultural sector remains resilient amid surging fuel and fertiliser costs, with brokers reporting that clients are either consolidating or capitalising on emerging ...

AMP to ‘embrace’ AI as tech reshapes banking
13 April 2026

AMP’s new CEO, Blair Vernon, has said the bank will prioritise artificial intelligence (AI) as part of its near-term growth strategy.

What would the property market look like at a 4.85% cash rate?
13 April 2026

As rate uncertainty drags on, Westpac is now tipping three more hikes to 4.85 per cent – what does the property market look like at that level, and is now a bold buying opportunity or a ...

Will this AI product challenge the role of brokers?
10 April 2026

A new artificial intelligence product capable of completing a home loan application in one conversation is raising questions about the future role of mortgage brokers.

Chasing volume like ‘tipping water into a sieve’, brokers warned
10 April 2026

Brokers are being warned that focusing entirely on writing new business risks undermining the long-term value of their loan books.