News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
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.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
September CEO’s Diary
September meetings of our CEO.
Have your say: Reef sustainability plan
The consultation period on the draft updated Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan closes September 30.
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.
Government issues new telecommunication capped charges policy in new developments
The Australian Government has released its new Telecommunication in New Developments (TIND) policy, which outlines developers’ and nbn’s responsibilities to deliver telecommunications infrastructure to new developments in Australia. The policy came into effect on September 1.
State Government Infrastructure charges cap and SARA fee increases
The Infrastructure Charges cap is up by 2.9% and State Agency Referral Assessment (SARA) fees and tribunal fees are up by 1.8%. In light of the challenging economic conditions, the decision to increase state fees during a global pandemic and...
Street design manual: walkable neighbourhoods
Aligning with the Queensland Government’s introduction of the Healthy and active communities mandatory provisions, the Street Design Manual: Walkable Neighbourhoods is live and available for members to support planning for and delivering walkable neighbourhoods.
First Home Loan Deposit Scheme insights
The Commonwealth First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) Trends & Insights from 1 January 2020 to 30 June 2020 has been released.
Mandatory walkable neighbourhood code starts today, reminder
A Mandatory Planning (Walkable Neighbourhoods) Amendment Regulation 2020 will commence on 28 September through a new schedule in the Planning Act regulations.
August CEO’s Diary
August meetings of our CEO.
5 minutes with our Bundaberg Branch President Nathan Freeman
We spent 5 minutes with Nathan to learn a little more about him and how he contributes to the local community.
Institute welcomes new Council CEO
The Institute has reached out to new Mackay Regional Council Chief Executive Officer Michael Thomson to welcome him to the role.
Valuation problem progressing to a fix
The Institute has obtained the support of the Australian Property Institute (API) for valuations to better match the sale price of new property.
State introduces mandatory “walkable” regulations
A Mandatory Planning (Walkable Neighbourhoods) Amendment Regulation 2020 will commence on September 28. This inserts a new schedule into the Planning Act regulations.
State Government Infrastructure Charges cap and SARA fee increases
Infrastructure Charges cap up 2.9% and State Agency Referral Assessment (SARA) fees and tribunal fees increased by 1.8%.