The Perth Property Show

Host Trent Fleskens welcomes Brendon Habak from Inhabit for an apartment-focused suburb spotlight on East Perth, discussing buyer sentiment amid negative gearing and tax noise. Brendon sells East Perth on its riverfront amenity and improving infrastructure (WACA pool/slides, growing cafe culture) but notes the suburb lacks a true town centre and community spark, suggesting Wellington Street and the Perth Girls School redevelopment as the best chance to create a walkable retail hub. They outline the typical East Perth two-bed, two-bath apartment rising from about $480k pre-COVID to nearer $700k, with rents around $800/week, but describe a slowdown from last year’s multiple-offer market to fewer home-open attendees, driven by higher interest rates, affordability and rising strata fees. Brendon contrasts softer East Perth conditions with stronger demand and price outcomes in Wembley/Jolimont and discusses premium Perth CBD and Burswood Point offerings.

This week on the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens welcomes Blaine Slater, the new CEO of REIWA. Trent emphasizes the importance of REIWA's data in the real estate industry. Blaine discusses his background in customer service and his fresh perspective on leading REIWA. The conversation covers the current real estate market, stock challenges, and the importance of advocacy, particularly regarding policies like stamp duty reform and Residential Tenancy Act reforms. Blaine mentions the critical role of data-driven engagement with the government and the optimistic outlook for policy changes. They also touch on the importance of collaboration with other industry organizations and the potential of AI to streamline processes. Blaine highlights his goals for REIWA and the positive energy within the organization.

Trent Fleskens hosts the Perth Property Show with guest Lachlan Delahunty from Follio. The episode delves into the current state of Perth's real estate market and compares investment strategies between Perth and Melbourne. Topics discussed include market fundamentals, risk profiles for investing outside one's home state, and potential growth in Melbourne due to increased immigration and affordability. The conversation also covers historical growth rates, government policies, and regional variabilities within Melbourne. Detailing both the pros and cons of investing in each city, the discussion aims to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of where to allocate their investment for the next decade.

This week, host Trent Fleskens provides a comprehensive update on Perth's property market, discussing the potential for interest rate rises in early 2026 and their impact on housing affordability. Trent highlights the dramatic growth in Perth's property values, with 86 suburbs now in the million-dollar range—up from just 10 five years ago. Key determinants for this growth include proximity to the ocean, city, good schools, and town centers. Lastly, he lists the top-performing suburbs, dominated by undervalued areas with strong rental yields and proximity to key amenities.

We kick off the 2026 Perth Property Show with guest Andrew Lefort, Director of Planning and Development at the City of Gosnells, discussing the journey from a graduate planner to a director role. Andrew shares his unique approach to planning, emphasizing the importance of understanding commercial risk, feasibility studies, and fostering a collaborative culture in local government planning. The conversation highlights critical changes in the City of Gosnells' local planning scheme, pragmatic strategies to boost housing supply, and the importance of removing unnecessary red tape to support development. The discussion also touches on the impact of state government initiatives and the need for a balance between strategic planning and market feasibility to address the housing crisis.