10 September 2021 Posted In: Uncategorized

The Property Tribune

Taking over the role of Treasurer after his landslide win at this year’s state election, WA Premier Mark McGowan released his first budget.

Local industry body the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) provided their reaction to the budget.

The UDIA welcomed the two-year extension of the Transfer Duty Rebate Scheme for off-the-plan units and apartments, which UDIA WA CEO Tanya Steinbeck said will deliver greater housing choices to buyers.

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