The Perth Property Show

We kick off the 2026 Perth Property Show with guest Andrew Lefort, Director of Planning and Development at the City of Gosnells, discussing the journey from a graduate planner to a director role. Andrew shares his unique approach to planning, emphasizing the importance of understanding commercial risk, feasibility studies, and fostering a collaborative culture in local government planning. The conversation highlights critical changes in the City of Gosnells' local planning scheme, pragmatic strategies to boost housing supply, and the importance of removing unnecessary red tape to support development. The discussion also touches on the impact of state government initiatives and the need for a balance between strategic planning and market feasibility to address the housing crisis.

Host, Trent Fleskens, delivers the final episode of 2025 on the Perth Property Show, focusing on the unprecedented growth and challenges in the Western Australian real estate market. Key topics include the sustained high demand, dwindling supply, and significant price growth, with median house prices rising from $740,000 in January to between $830,000 and $850,000 by December. The episode also delves into strong construction numbers, notable suburb price growth, the impact of government housing policies, and the influence of immigration on the market. Despite higher completion rates, the supply deficit remains a critical issue, exacerbated by increased demand from new residents and a housing shortage. Trent also previews the upcoming discussion with Andrew Lefort on planning strategies for 2026.

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens and guest David Cresp discuss the current state of the property market in Western Australia. They address the significant rise in house prices, the challenges in the construction sector, and the undersupply of housing. David highlights the impact of external factors like migration and the mining sector on demand, alongside issues with labor shortages and construction costs. They also explore the growing interest in apartments and lifestyle villages as alternative housing options. The conversation ends with an optimistic yet cautious outlook on the market's future.

This week on the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens discusses potential solutions to Perth's ongoing housing crisis with guest Brendan Ptolomey. They analyze current market conditions, highlighting the shortage of properties and its impact on mobility for first home buyers and downsizers. The conversation explores proactive measures including targeted immigration, local government planning reform, incentivizing long-term rentals over Airbnbs, adjusting stamp duty thresholds, and expanding student accommodation. They also propose leveraging remnant government land for development and the need for more urban density initiatives. The episode emphasizes immediate and long-term strategies to improve housing supply and affordability in Western Australia.

This week on the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens shines a spotlight on the suburb of Stirling, a first in seven years. Joined by father-son real estate duo Brad and Josh Hardingham from Haiven Realty, they delve into the dynamics of working together, market trends, and the evolving demographic of Stirling. The conversation covers the synergy of combining experience with fresh perspectives, the role of marketing in real estate, and the rising property values in Stirling. They also discuss the distinct sections of the suburb, the impact of recent sales, and predictions for future growth. The episode provides valuable insights for buyers and sellers alike, emphasizing the unique opportunities and trends in the Stirling real estate market.