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3 August 2026

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Budget alone not responsible for huge slump in home prices

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Budget alone not responsible for huge slump in home prices

‘Housing is a long-term investment, and we continue to expect over the course of the coming years that prices will continue to rise, but more modestly than before.’

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