🏡 Property & Finance Weekly Brief – 12 September 2025
1. Criticism Grows Over New 5% Deposit Scheme for First Home Buyers
The federal government’s plan to allow all first home buyers to purchase with just a 5% deposit from October 2025 has sparked controversy. Former ATO director Nitin Saby warned it may push young Australians into decades of debt, saying, “We’ve lost the plot.”
2. New Zealand Eases Golden Visa Rules Amid Push for Growth
New Zealand is set to relax property purchase restrictions for golden visa holders, aiming to attract high-net-worth individuals and fill immigration gaps. Unlike most countries, NZ’s digital nomad visa has no minimum income requirement, broadening access for remote workers.
3. $10B Real Estate Fund Dispute Between Lendlease and Mirvac
A major real estate battle is heating up. Lendlease, long-time manager of the $10 billion Australian Prime Property Fund (APPF), is accused of attempting to derail a pivotal vote. Super fund advisors claim the clash highlights deep governance tensions within Australia’s commercial property sector.
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