Housing Market Signals: Australia’s latest ABS data shows dwelling approvals fell 3.4% in April, with sharper weakness in NSW, as budget uncertainty and higher costs make developers more cautious. Cost Pressures: The ACT faces another hit as regulated water and sewer charges rise 6–7% from 1 July, adding to already-stressed housing delivery economics. Rent Controls: Abu Dhabi freezes rents for residential, commercial and industrial properties, setting renewals at 0% increase until further notice. Pipeline vs Population: Victoria’s housing approvals are slipping and industry warns the state can’t meet targets without more development-ready land and fewer barriers to getting projects moving. Affordable Housing & Social Policy: Northern Ireland’s audit office estimates social housing fraud cost the public purse about £8m in 2024/25, while a UK bill would let domestic abuse survivors keep homes by transferring joint tenancies to victims. Construction & Delivery: Nigeria’s construction sector is hit by a 20% cost increase in five months, and the federal Renewed Hope Housing Programme warns it will sanction contractors for delays or abandoned projects. Big Deals: Berkshire Hathaway plans to buy homebuilder Taylor Morrison for $6.8bn, signaling continued appetite for housing exposure. Project Progress: Prince Albert Victoria Hospital’s acute care tower in Saskatchewan reaches 50% completion, adding about 40% capacity. Global Build-to-Rent Watch: Business groups warn London’s build-to-rent pipeline has fallen nearly a third year-on-year and urge stronger direction in the next London Plan. Real Estate Finance: Connecticut’s CRPTF commits $400m to Artemis and Clarion real estate funds, targeting apartments and industrial among other sectors.