News

We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.

Exempt clearing not exempt

Recently, the Queensland Court of Appeal decided that despite the vegetation being classified as Category X (under the Vegetation Management Act 1999) and indicated as ‘exempt clearing work’ under the Planning Regulation 2017, clearing was still assessable. The High Court...

Modernising apartment living

With local government elections and the State Government election coming up in 2020 members are reminded that following the introduction of new laws last year (Prohibited Donors Scheme), it is illegal for developers to donate to political campaigns.