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Headlines say New Zealand’s housing market has “crashed.” Prices are down from their 2021 peak, and the story is making waves across the Tasman. But does it really signal danger for Australian property investors... or is there more to the story?

This week, we’re unpacking the reality behind the headlines, and what it means for Australia’s property outlook.

Here’s what we'll cover:
* The truth about NZ’s “crash”—where values fell, and where they’ve actually hit new highs.
* Why big centres like Auckland and Wellington slumped, while lifestyle and regional markets surged.
* Why Australia’s market has continued to climb despite higher interest rates.
* Whether Kiwi migration and “capital flight” are influencing Australian property prices.
* The key lessons for Australian investors — and why the fundamentals always win.

If you want clarity on what’s really happening across the Tasman, and what it means for your investing playbook in Australia, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.

See you on the inside,

00:00 Hello!
05:08 NZ property decline explained (headlines vs reality)
08:23 Policy shifts that triggered the downturn
13:56 Auckland & Wellington vs booming regional markets
23:29 How Australia’s market differs
34:07 Media fear, wealth in housing & Aussie sensitivity
37:00 Housing shortage: “One Gold Coast short, one Newcastle more each year”
40:00 Migration & capital flow from NZ to Aus
44:05 Affordability ceilings in Sydney & Auckland
52:00 Is there even a “crash”? What it really means for Australia
57:00 Policy lessons: NZ vs Aus (rent controls, Argentina case study)
1:02:18 So, should you “buy the dip” in NZ?
1:06:36 Final takeaways

IMPORTANT: The Investor Lab is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research and seek independent professional advice before making any investment or financial decisions.

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