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flag Perth renters face rising costs, with rents surging up to $1,577 weekly despite delayed reforms.

flag Perth renters face a deepening crisis as soaring rents push families into financial distress, with Dalkeith’s median weekly rent hitting $1,577—the highest in the city—while Orelia in Kwinana remains most affordable at $473. flag Despite a 2024 reform extending rent increase intervals to annually, there are no caps on rent hikes, fueling rapid growth. flag Advocates demand rent stabilisation tied to inflation, longer notice periods, landlord justification requirements, and an end to no-grounds evictions. flag The WA government has consulted on reforms for over five years with little progress. flag Nationally, rents rose 1.3% in the December quarter and 5.2% annually, with Sydney at $817 weekly and Hobart at $601.

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