Christmas Island

Fernucha

Knight

A solitary figure, representing the new Administrator for the Indian Ocean Territories, stands on a pristine white sand beach at sunset, looking out over the vast Indian Ocean, symbolizing the Australian Government's oversight of remote territories including Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

Oct 1, 2025, 18:10 UTC

CXR Elections

Australia Commences Search for New Administrator of Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands

The Australian Government has initiated the selection process to appoint a new Administrator for the Indian Ocean Territories, which include Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. This pivotal role serves as the most senior Australian Government representative, overseeing governance, community engagement, and service delivery in the remote territories.

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Habibi

Baron

A young couple stands on the porch of a modest beach house on a tropical island at sunset, symbolizing the expanded Australian First Home Guarantee scheme allowing homebuyers to secure properties on Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands with a 5% deposit and no Lenders Mortgage Insurance, up to a $400,000 price cap.

Oct 1, 2025, 15:45 UTC

CXR Age of Marriage

Australia Extends First Home Guarantee to Christmas and Cocos Islands, Easing Home Ownership Path

Australia's First Home Guarantee scheme has expanded, effective October 1, 2025, to include Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands. The changes remove income and place limits, allowing eligible homebuyers to secure a property with a minimum 5% deposit and avoid Lenders Mortgage Insurance. A property price cap of $400,000 applies to these islands.

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