In the midst of a housing affordability crisis, the role of short-stay rental platforms continues to generate significant debate in Australia – especially this week with Victorian Premier Dan Andrews announcing a target to construct 800,000 additional dwellings in the next decade.
As urban landscapes evolve, so do the challenges they face. Enter Airbnb and its cohort, reshaping the rental market in Victoria and NSW. For anyone who’s ever scrolled through listings hunting for a place to stay, or has considered leveraging their own property for some extra income, this dynamic impacts you.