Colliers International has produced a research report showing predictions across all property sectors. In summary the report predicts:
Office
Perth and Brisbane CBDs to experience a surge in demand from mining related office users.
Retail
Continued growth of online trading and occupancy cost ratios to be sustained.
Industrial
Shortfall in A-Grade stock and tenant demand to be driven by logistics and retail however, demand from mining sector also strong in some locations.
Residential
Residential property fundamentals remain in check in 2012 as supply levels dwindle and demand on smaller lots on the rise.
Hotels and Leisure
Chinese tourism will be the strongest growth market.
Healthcare and Retirement
Further consolidation in ownership of private hospitals while uncertainty remains in the aged care sector following the Productivity Commission’s report. Also new development of retirement villages remains low due to funding issues.
