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Hidden Hotspots Fueling Australia’s Housing Market Growth

Release Date: 06/19/2025

How Real Estate Is Shaping the Future of Australian Wealth

Hotspotting

Australia’s household wealth has hit a record-breaking $17.3 trillion — but what’s really driving this surge? In this episode, we explore the numbers behind the boom, uncovering why property still holds the crown as the nation’s top wealth-builder. Is Australia’s real estate obsession sustainable? What role is super starting to play? And how might intergenerational wealth shape the future? Join us for a quick, insightful dive into what’s fuelling this financial momentum — and what it means for you.

Why the Media Keeps Getting Property Market Forecasts So Wrong

Hotspotting

Is Australia really on the brink of a property boom… just because interest rates dropped a little? That’s what the headlines want you to believe—but the real story is far more complex. In this episode, we unpack the growing wave of misinformation flooding mainstream media about real estate. From journalists with zero property knowledge to shiny “senior economists” spinning fairy tales, it's no wonder consumers are confused. We challenge the obsession with interest rates as the be-all and end-all of property forecasting—and explore what’s actually driving markets like Darwin,...

Uncovering the Property Markets Defying National Growth Trends

Hotspotting

What if you didn’t have to choose between strong rental income and serious capital growth? In this episode, we dive into new data from The Pulse—a quarterly report that spotlights 50 high-performing property markets across Australia. These aren't your typical hotspots: we’re talking yields of 6–8%, paired with one-year capital growth averaging 18%—at a time when the national average was just 3%. From Townsville to Bunbury, you'll hear real examples of suburbs delivering double-digit gains and cashflow that stacks up. If you're an investor chasing the elusive sweet spot between...

🎙 TickerNews Interview: Can Investors Still Get Both Cash Flow and Capital Growth?

Hotspotting

At a time when many investors feel forced to choose between yield and growth, Hotspotting’s Pulse Report proves you can still have both, if you know where to look. In this TickerNews interview, Tim Graham breaks down the insights from the latest Winter 2025 edition of The Pulse Report, revealing 50 Australian suburbs with strong rental yields and solid prospects for capital growth. Tim also reviews the standout results from the 2024 edition, where featured markets like Townsville’s Aitkenvale and WA’s Midland achieved capital growth of 35–40%, far outperforming the national average of...

Regional NSW on the Rise as Buyer Demand Picks Up Pace

Hotspotting

Is Regional NSW Australia’s next property hotspot? 🏡 Our latest Price Predictor Index reveals a quiet surge in buyer demand across key regional centres — with standout growth in places like Wollongong, Wagga Wagga and Port Macquarie. In this episode, we unpack what’s driving this rising momentum, why some areas are outperforming, and what it means for investors, homeowners and first-time buyers. From lifestyle appeal to affordability advantages, discover which regional markets are heating up — and which are falling flat. 🎧 Tune in to find out where the smart money’s...

Winter 2025 Price Predictor Index: Australia’s Surprising New Hotspots

Hotspotting

Which property markets are heating up—and which are cooling down? In this episode of The Property Playbook, Tim Graham sits down with Australia’s leading independent property analyst, Terry Ryder of Hotspotting, to unpack the insights from the Winter 2025 edition of the Price Predictor Index. Discover which capital cities and regional areas are showing the strongest buyer demand right now, which markets are entering a second growth wave, and why Sydney has fallen to last place. 🧠 Key Takeaways: How sales activity is a leading indicator of future price growth Why Darwin has surged...

Australia’s Land Supply Crisis Intensifies Amid Rising Prices

Hotspotting

Australia’s housing crisis is deepening — but why are land prices still soaring even as sales hit a 25-year low? In this episode, we unpack the latest Residential Land Report, exposing the growing mismatch between demand and supply of shovel-ready land. From skyrocketing prices in Perth to policy inertia in Canberra, we explore what’s fuelling the bottleneck, why the government’s 1.2 million homes target may be wishful thinking, and what it all means for affordability, construction, and first-home buyers. Curious about the real roadblocks to housing in Australia? Tune in. ...

Why Steady Markets Could Be Your Smartest Investment Yet

Hotspotting

Everyone wants growth — but what about consistency? In this episode, we explore a different kind of opportunity: Australia’s most consistent property markets, where buyer demand remains steady quarter after quarter. These are the quiet achievers — suburbs and regions that may not always make headlines but have delivered impressive long-term growth. We highlight: ✅ The top 50 most consistent locations across Australia 📍 Why Kingaroy is now a national standout 📊 How Brisbane, Melbourne, and Regional Queensland are showing strong signs of stability 🏡 The LGAs where demand is...

Hidden Hotspots Fueling Australia’s Housing Market Growth

Hotspotting

Think Sydney and Melbourne lead the property market? Think again. In this episode, we reveal the surprising frontrunners from the Winter edition of The Price Predictor Index — and it’s the smaller capitals and regional markets stealing the spotlight. 📍 Darwin tops the list as Australia's hottest market 📈 Hobart is making a powerful comeback 🏡 Regional South Australia and Regional Victoria are quietly outperforming 📉 Meanwhile, Sydney is now the weakest market nationwide We dig into why these shifts are happening, what’s driving demand in unexpected places, and where...

Why Darwin Is Now the Hottest Property Market in Australia

Hotspotting

What’s really happening in Australia’s property markets? In this episode, we break down the new Winter edition of the Price Predictor Index — and the results are anything but expected. 🏆 Darwin has skyrocketed to become the hottest market in the country, with sales activity going ballistic. 📈 Hobart is making a strong comeback after a quiet spell. 📉 And Sydney? It's the only capital we’ve labelled a Loser this quarter. We reveal the cities and regions where buyer demand is surging — and where it's slipping — plus the Top 50 Supercharged Suburbs that are primed for growth....

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Think Sydney and Melbourne lead the property market? Think again.

In this episode, we reveal the surprising frontrunners from the Winter edition of The Price Predictor Index — and it’s the smaller capitals and regional markets stealing the spotlight.

📍 Darwin tops the list as Australia's hottest market
📈 Hobart is making a powerful comeback
🏡 Regional South Australia and Regional Victoria are quietly outperforming
📉 Meanwhile, Sydney is now the weakest market nationwide

We dig into why these shifts are happening, what’s driving demand in unexpected places, and where the next price growth could emerge.

If you're an investor, buyer, or just watching the market, this episode gives you early insight into what’s next — before the headlines catch on.

👉 Tune in to discover the markets flying under the radar (for now).

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