Fixed rates climbed in September, with variable increases to follow
Fixed loans drove almost all September rate increases, while variable pricing stayed broadly steady ahead of October’s major-bank changes.
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Newest firstFixed loans drove almost all September rate increases, while variable pricing stayed broadly steady ahead of October’s major-bank changes.
By David Warburton · September 2026
Compare every state and territory, with 20 years of building as the backdrop.
By David Warburton · Housing supply · 2025–26
Where mortgage pricing changed, and which lenders led the cuts.
By David Warburton · August 2026
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