In this week's edition of the Weekly Finance News Wrap, the Australian housing market is undergoing shifts due to regulatory changes. Banks are limited to issuing only 20% of new home loans to those with debt exceeding six times their income. However, the government is tackling housing shortages by expediting home construction on defense force land. The transportation sector sees a surge in electric vehicle adoption with the announcement of a unique financing program by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and Hyundai Capital Australia, offsetting high upfront costs, despite infrastructural challenges. Lastly, Australian brokers are increasingly turning to non-bank lenders for smaller loans, offering easier, faster, and more flexible lending. This is an attractive option for SMEs seeking competitive advantage. For more finance news, visit FinancialServicesOnline.com.au.