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Tasmania's 5% Airbnb Levy Coming July 2026—Have Your Say
Tasmania is joining the short-stay levy club. Draft legislation for a 5% levy on Airbnb and Stayz bookings has been released, with a target start date of 1 July 2026. Unlike Victoria, every dollar raised will go directly to helping first home buyers.
WA's 90-Night Rule Kicks In—And the $10K Incentive Is Running Out
If you're running a short-term rental in Perth, the rules just changed. From 1 January 2026, unhosted properties need council approval to operate beyond 90 nights per year. And if you're thinking of switching to long-term rental, there's $10,000 on the table—but not for long.
