Australia Housing Tax Shock: Labor’s Budget moves to wind back negative gearing and reshape capital gains tax, with changes grandfathered for existing investors but tightening future breaks—sparking split reactions from young buyers and investors, and raising fresh questions about rents and supply. Investor Caution Ahead of Deadlines: Industry expects only a modest uptick in property investor activity before restrictions start July 2027, as buyers “wait-and-see” rather than rush. Market Mood Check: New Zealand’s home values are stuck in a “holding pattern,” with Quotable Value pointing to caution from rates, cost-of-living pressure, and election uncertainty. Global Deals Watch: Dubai logged $37.9B in Q1 real estate transactions, signaling resilient demand across communities. Local Fallout: A Perth builder collapse is prompting new rules aimed at preventing unfinished-home disasters, while a Gold Coast Boost Juice franchise liquidation leaves long-running stores “temporarily closed.” Tech Meets Property: OLX Group launches Otodim, a dedicated Ukraine real estate search platform, betting on a digital rebound.