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Business Insights | The Leasing Gauge 2026

Our Office Leasing leaders share their strategic perspectives on the forces shaping real estate investment across Australia.

May 29, 2026

A white desk with a silver laptop, a white mug, a small potted plant, and a jar of pencils, set against a blurred background of an office space.

Australia’s office leasing market is entering a pivotal period, shaped by changing occupier behaviour, cost pressures, supply dynamics and evolving workplace expectations. That’s why we’ve created The Leasing Gauge, a video series bringing together CBRE’s Office Leasing leaders to unpack the signals shaping the market outlook and what they mean for decision makers.

Across the series, our experts explore:

The macro trends influencing office leasing over the next 12–18 months
What leasing strategies are gaining traction, and where momentum is building
Which sectors are driving demand, and why?
The key challenges facing the office market amid ongoing volatility
How occupiers and landlords can navigate uncertainty and position for resilience

The Leasing Gauge provides a sharp, practical view of how Australia’s office leasing market is evolving — delivering insight to help clients make confident, informed decisions in the period ahead.