Canberra’s Stamp Duty-Free Housing Boom | Australia News

Canberra just dropped the stamp duty hammer on first-time buyers, pensioners, and NDIS recipients—making it the first place in Australia to permanently eliminate this major housing cost barrier. Downsizers get full remission, and even off-the-plan unit-titled homes are now duty-free. The ACT is also rolling out housing reforms to fast-track townhouses and smaller apartments in existing zones, with pre-approved designs and slashed lease fees for builders. The goal? More homes, more variety, and less pressure on the rental market—all while pushing for smarter planning and utility approvals to get projects built faster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/42d9d9b12a972571