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Each year, Defence Housing Australia (DHA) rents quality properties directly from investors to house Defence members and their families. If you own an investment property or are considering purchasing or building one, you may be able to lease to DHA. We are always seeking quality properties in key locations across Australia within 30kms of a Defence location. dha.gov.au/investing

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Driven by a desire to build long-term financial security while still enjoying life today, Erin and her brother Ryan purc...
01/09/2026

Driven by a desire to build long-term financial security while still enjoying life today, Erin and her brother Ryan purchased their first investment property in their early 20s and chose to lease it to Defence Housing Australia (DHA).

“A really important focus for my life in general is how can I do things now that set me up for the future, but are also really easy to manage and look after.”

Leasing with DHA means Erin can continue building wealth without constantly checking on the property, allowing her to focus on career progression, travel plans and spending time with the people who matter most.

Whether you're buying your first investment property like Erin, or growing your portfolio, consider investing with DHA.

Learn more: https://www.dha.gov.au/investing

Each year, Defence Housing Australia (DHA) rents quality properties directly from investors to house Defence members and their families. By leasing your property to DHA, you can join more than 12,000 property owners in one of Australia's most secure property investments.

The Cento in Braddon takes an established building and gives it a fresh new lease on life. Reimagined by Dept. of Design...
28/08/2026

The Cento in Braddon takes an established building and gives it a fresh new lease on life. Reimagined by Dept. of Design and delivered by Blackett Commercial, it's an investment opportunity designed to stand out.

✔️Estimated rent of $580 per week
✔️6.03% estimated gross rental yield
✔️Ongoing property care services

Sold by LJ Ho**er, you'll get secure rental income, a long-term lease and a reliable government tenant when purchasing this apartment as your next investment.

View this property and other investment opportunities available now: www.dha.gov.au/investing/search-investment-opportunities -6127410

As part of our Build to lease program DHA assesses builders’ new and off-the-plan properties and, where compliant, offers a pre-commitment to lease back from…

Every investment journey looks different. 🏡When 20-year-old Cain applied for a home loan, his age presented a challenge....
27/08/2026

Every investment journey looks different. 🏡

When 20-year-old Cain applied for a home loan, his age presented a challenge. However, the security of a long-term DHA lease gave his bank the confidence to approve his loan, turning his property ownership ambitions into reality.

Today, Cain is enjoying the security of his DHA lease and the reliable rental income that comes with it.

Watch the video to learn more about Cain’s journey and how DHA supported him throughout.

Discover how 'rentvesting' can fast-track your property investment ...

Exploring property investment options? Join our Property Investment Webinar to learn how investing with Defence Housing ...
25/08/2026

Exploring property investment options? Join our Property Investment Webinar to learn how investing with Defence Housing Australia works, including the benefits and the investment pathways available.

📅 Tuesday 1 September | 🕐 1pm AEST

Presented by Mandy from our Leasing Operations Team, this session includes a live presentation and Q&A.

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/DHA_PropertyInvestmentWebinar_Sept26

With rental vacancies around 1% and strong property price growth, Townsville is attracting attention from investors.If y...
21/08/2026

With rental vacancies around 1% and strong property price growth, Townsville is attracting attention from investors.

If you're in the market for a new build, consider this 4-bedroom home developed by Tropical Homes.

✔️ Estimated rent of $700 per week
✔️ 4.31% estimated gross rental yield
✔️ Ongoing property care services

Enjoy secure rental income, a long-term lease and a reliable government tenant with DHA.

View this property and other investment opportunities available now: www.dha.gov.au/investing/investment-opportunities

Low rental vacancies. Strong property price growth. A growing Defence presence.As Australia's largest garrison city, Tow...
20/08/2026

Low rental vacancies. Strong property price growth. A growing Defence presence.

As Australia's largest garrison city, Townsville continues to attract attention from investors, supported by major infrastructure investment, population growth and ongoing demand for quality housing.

For DHA, that means continued demand for properties that can accommodate Defence members and their families.

Read our latest market spotlight and discover what's driving investor interest in North Queensland.

www.dha.gov.au/investing/investor-resources/investor-news/spotlight-on-townsville

🏡 Located in the fast-growing Toowoomba suburb of Glenvale, this modern 4-bed home sold by Hudson Property comes with a ...
14/08/2026

🏡 Located in the fast-growing Toowoomba suburb of Glenvale, this modern 4-bed home sold by Hudson Property comes with a commitment from DHA to lease on completion. You'll receive:

✔️ Estimated rent of $650 per week
✔️ A secure government tenant
✔️ Ongoing property care services

Plus, take advantage of DHA's other unique benefits with reliable rental returns, vacancy management and a long-term lease.

View this listing and explore other properties that DHA has committed to lease on completion: www.dha.gov.au/investing/search-investment-opportunities

Whether you’re an experienced investor or just getting started, navigating the property investment landscape can be comp...
11/08/2026

Whether you’re an experienced investor or just getting started, navigating the property investment landscape can be complex. That’s why we’ve pulled together a range of helpful resources to support your decision-making.

Access practical guidance on investing with DHA, plus third-party content comparing our benefits with the traditional market, across a range of platforms:

🏠 Podcasts
🏠 Monthly webinars
🏠 Research reports
🏠 eBooks
🏠 Property news and events

Explore the full library at www.dha.gov.au/investing/investor-resources

With Adelaide's Defence footprint expanding through projects such as AUKUS and naval shipbuilding, demand for quality ho...
07/08/2026

With Adelaide's Defence footprint expanding through projects such as AUKUS and naval shipbuilding, demand for quality housing continues to grow across the region.

This 3-bedroom, single-level home, sold by DHA Official Supplier Metro Homes SA, allows you to tap into Adelaide’s growth while enjoying benefits of a secure, long-term government tenant.

With DHA committed to lease on completion, you’ll receive guaranteed* rental income and property care services for the duration of the lease term.

View this listing and explore other properties that DHA has committed to lease on completion: www.dha.gov.au/investing/search-investment-opportunities

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For over 30 years, Susan and her husband built their property portfolio with a clear goal: creating long-term financial ...
05/08/2026

For over 30 years, Susan and her husband built their property portfolio with a clear goal: creating long-term financial security.

In our latest article, she shares how her investment journey evolved, why she consolidated her property portfolio with DHA, and the role her properties will play in supporting her retirement plans.

Read Susan's story as a long-term DHA investor:
www.dha.gov.au/investing/investor-resources/investor-news/dha-investor-story-susan

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