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Perth, like other major cities, faces its own challenges, with virtually no available rental or purchase options. According to McWeeny, expanding geographic dispersal could alleviate the overload in primary urban centers.
The Housing Crisis and Shifting Expectations
Meanwhile, Lisa Godard drew attention to the changing nature of the Australian Dream, noting how housing expectations have shifted over generations. What once was a backyard with a hills hoist has become increasingly out of reach for many, with new developments often featuring small, expensive units that fall short of traditional family ideals.