Sep 7, 2026 – 12.01amThe Property Council has accused the Albanese government of a “ram-raid” on property prices with tax changes that threaten buyer confidence and housing supply, as the Productivity Commission chief demands an end to red tape stifling new housing project approvals.Property Council of Australia chief executive Mike Zorbas has urged Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and state and territory leaders to take urgent steps to revive confidence and ensure the continued delivery of housing in a “falling knife” market where buyers are wary of investment risks.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles