News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
Institute supports council’s flood reporting project
The Institute was pleased to support the Mackay Regional Council’s funding application for the roll out and semi-automation of a new flood planning report tool.
Council announces Economic Recovery Group
Bundaberg Regional Council has responded to the Institute’s early letter outlining measures to ensure continuity for the local construction and development industry. An Economic Recovery Group has been established that includes representatives from the local community.
Correction to Branch Alert on Infrastructure Charges
The Sunshine Coast Council announced Infrastructure Charges applicable to Material Change of Use developments can be assisted through a staged payment process up to three years. This will be complemented with the initial payment being deferred between 6-9 months (interest...
Council response to COVID-19
Local governments have responded to the COVID-19 situation with a range of measures.
AIHW housing data dashboard
The Commonwealth-funded Australian Institute of Health and Welfare is continuously updating the content available on their Housing Data Dashboard as new data is released.
Institute seeks changes to stormwater discharging for state-controlled roads
The Institute continues to engage closely with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) and recently made a proactive submission on changes to stormwater discharging related to state-controlled roads.
Member Insight: Mosaic Property Group
Our CEO Kirsty Chessher-Brown chatted with one of the founders of Mosaic Property Group, Brook Monahan, about how their organisation is responding to the pandemic.
April CEO’s diary
Read about what happened in April.
Cassowary Coast state of play survey
What the Cassowary Coast Regional Council is doing to keep development going locally.
Gold Coast state of play survey
What the City of Gold Coast is doing to keep development going locally.
Livingstone state of play survey
What Livingstone Shire is doing to keep development going locally.
Mackay state of play survey
What Mackay Regional Council to keep operations up and running.
Gladstone state of play survey
What Gladstone's council is doing to keep operations running locally.
Fraser Coast state of play survey
Fraser Coast making moves to address changes necessary during pandemic.
Bundaberg state of play survey
Early analysis of interviews conducted by the Institute shows planning teams are quickly moving to remote working.
Sunshine Coast state of play survey
Council making changes to respond to pandemic impacts.