PolicyEconomyProperty marketProperty price slide exposes political peril for Albanese governmentAug 4, 2026 – 7.18pmAustralians have long complained that residential property has become unaffordable.But as the sharpest housing market correction in almost four years gathers pace, the Albanese government is discovering that not all voters necessarily welcome falling property values.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In EconomyFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Policy