#land

2 articles tagged “land”.

Council Rates, Water and Land Tax 2026: Average Holding Cost Burden for Australian Borrowers

Analysis of the 2026 average council rates, water charges and land tax burden across Australian states, with primary-source data on rate caps, land tax thresholds and water pricing for mortgage borrowers.

23 May 2026

NSW First Home Buyer Choice (Annual Land Tax Option) 2026 Status

The NSW first home land tax option under First Home Buyer Choice closed to new entrants on 30 June 2024. As of 2026 no new annual land tax elections are possible. This article explains the final status, transitional rules, replacement assistance, and what English-speaking borrowers need to know.

21 May 2026