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2021 delivers record growth for the self storage sector with QLD & WA the standoutsDespite the challenges presented by the pandemic over the past 18 months, market metrics for the self storage sector continue to strengthen and maintain resilience. The Self Storage Association of Australasia (SSAA) recently engaged Cushman & Wakefield to explore the success of the sector.
January 12, 2022
research • investment / capital markets
The Cost to Build LivingThe Cost to Build Living examines how rising construction costs, economic rents and funding pressures are reshaping development feasibility across Australia’s student accommodation sector. The report identifies where new supply remains viable, where feasibility is becoming more challenged, and what this means for investors, developers and operators navigating a growing demand-supply imbalance.
Josh Rose-Nokes • June 23, 2026
insights • investment / capital markets
Josh Cullen: Cross-border Investment into Australia in 2021Despite international travel restrictions, Australia saw a strong year in cross-border investment attracting capital from both within and outside Asia Pacific in 2020.
Josh Cullen • March 15, 2021
insights • sustainability / esg
Monitoring and Measuring ESG in an Era of Remote WorkingWith the adoption of remote and hybrid working hastened by the global pandemic, we look at where emissions are coming from, quantify them and examine the implications for ESG reporting in 2021 and beyond.
September 06, 2021
research • investment / capital markets
A Shifting Tenancy MixCushman & Wakefield surveyed the Melbourne CBD retail core on 13 March, 2020.
April 17, 2020
research • valuation
Queensland Hotel Snapshot Q3 2020The hotel and short-term accommodation market in Queensland continues to recover from the earlier effects of the shutdowns and restrictions on movement caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cameron Harris • November 05, 2020
insights • economy
Australia Economic UpdateThe 2023/24 Budget is designed to invest in Australia’s long-term growth potential while avoiding stoking further inflationary pressures.
Sean Ellison • May 12, 2023
insights • investment / capital markets
Gordon Marsden: Joint venture, Club Deals and Partnerships Sustain Capital Markets Industry During COVID-19 PandemicJoint ventures, club deals and partnerships have sustained our industry during the last two turbulent years, and created many advisory opportunities for Cushman & Wakefield colleagues around the APAC region.
Gordon Marsden • February 10, 2022
insights
Child Care Subsidy ChangesInvestment demand for alternative commercial real estate assets continue to surge.
Jake McKinnon • March 21, 2022
insights • sustainability / esg
Inclusive Cities BarometerThe Inclusive Cities Barometer evaluates the inclusiveness of 36 cities in the Asia Pacific, including key Australian cities such as Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, and Sydney.
Dominic Brown • June 10, 2024
research • investment / capital markets
Australian Alternatives Outlook 2025The Australian alternatives commercial real estate market is experiencing significant investor interest, driven by structural shifts and evolving demand for non-traditional asset classes.
February 24, 2025
research
Australian Logistics & Industrial Vacancy AnalysisGlobal L&I vacancy rates rose due to high supply and normalized demand; Australia’s rate stayed low thanks to strong demand and pre-commitments.
May 14, 2025
