News

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

Wage theft

Imminent wage theft laws introduce criminal law penalties

Following several high profile cases in recent years, the topic of wage theft laws and the associated introduction of criminal law penalties continue to feature in the Federal Government’s IR reform working group discussion process.
Stamp duty

NSW to end stamp duty

The Institute is watching closely the stamp duty/land tax reform proposals in NSW following our own call for reform to land taxes in our recent submission to the Queensland Government ahead of the upcoming State budget.
Budget

Budget before Christmas

Immediately after the election the Institute made five key recommendations for consideration in development of the State’s upcoming budget, due before year end.
Children in Creekwood Playground

Creating and supporting communities

For many people, 2020 was the first time normal lifestyles had been severely restricted. In the midst of this adversity, it became apparent how important the property industry is in fostering strong communities.
House construction

Home building builds the economy

Following on from the Institute’s release of The Perfect Storm: SEQ Land Supply Report the Institute held the sold out Lay of the Land event.
Delay

Financing delays being experienced

The policy team has been receiving member feedback on HomeBuilder that brokers and financiers are delaying the progress of finances on the basis of land needing to be registered before valuations are carried out, or as part of the loan...
Koala

SEQ: Balancing housing and koalas

The Institute recently held a workshop with Department of Environment and Science and the Planning Group of Queensland Treasury regarding assessment of development under the new South East Queensland Koala Conservation Strategy and revised koala regulations.
Road

Main Roads results a priority

Assisting projects to get timely and balanced approvals from the Department of Transport and Main Roads is a priority for the Institute.
Body Corporate

Improved body corporate regulations

The Institute's efforts to work with the government on the review of the Body and Community Management regulations has been fruitful.
Churches of Christ Housing Services

When houses become homes, homes become communities

Ahead of the completion of Churches of Christ Housing Service’s latest development at Bongaree on Bribie Island, we spoke with Bribie Island Housing Chaplain Luke Finlay to find out more about how chaplains walk the housing journey with residents.
Moreton Bay

Council plan to stimulate local economy

Moreton Bay Regional Council will be introducing planning and economic recovery initiatives aimed at further supporting and boosting the local property industry.

BIFOLA hits now: check new requirements

October 1 is the date some new requirements arising from the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2020 (BIFOLA Act) come into play.