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The Allan Labor government contends that this move will help address the housing crisis.
Hotels are more costly compared to Airbnb in the majority of American cities.
New bills will give counties the power to limit short-term rentals amidst housing shortages.
Airbnb has updated its policy to include refunds for cancellations due to foreseeable weather events.
The use of indoor cameras inside Airbnb-listed properties is now strictly prohibited.
The government will also introduce a mandatory national register of short-term lets so local councils can have greater information on housing in their area.
Australian property listings were advertised in USD leading up to 70,000 customers to unknowingly book stays at an inflated price.
Ottawa recently introduced measures to crack down on short-term rentals, the aim being to open them up to long-term renters amid a national housing shortage.
