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Australian Property Market Faces Correction as Economic Headwinds Mount

Australian residential real estate values could decline as much as 8% from recent peaks as multiple economic pressures converge on one of the world's priciest housing markets. Higher interest rates continue to weigh on buyer demand. Weakening consumer confidence signals a pullback in purchasing activity. Tax policy adjustments add further headwinds to the market momentum that carried prices sharply upward through recent years. Property analysts note the market remains elevated relative to historical norms despite anticipated weakness. Regional variations in price movements are expected, with some markets proving more resilient than others. The outlook hinges on central bank policy direction and employment stability in coming quarters.