News

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

DA fees discount

BCC discounts some DA fees

Brisbane City Council announced a range of initiatives to help the city recover from the impacts of coronavirus.

Institute fights soaring Energex connection costs

As of 1 July Energex has increased the connection costs for developer applications by very substantial amounts. The Institute sought a 12-month transition period for these increases, however this was rejected by the energy provider.

How will local government handle HomeBuilder?

The Institute has written to local governments to ensure they have resources in place to do their part in helping homebuyers access the HomeBuilder grant given the limited window of opportunity for accessing the grant.

Retirement villages update: Institute win

The Institute has welcomed the announcement that an extension has been granted for transitioning control of a retirement village following advocacy on the issue.

Bella’s Sanctuary

The creation of Bella’s Sanctuary was a long-held dream by Halcyon which came to life after the over 50s lifestyle community developer collaborated with Mirvac and DV Connect.
Kirsty Chessher-Brown

Update from the CEO

Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
Women on virtual meeting

Redeploying teams during COVID-19

UDIA member Capstone Recruitment has prepared an industry redeployment guide that is accessible for all industry colleagues.
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COVID-19 highlights the need for regulatory reform

The Institute is focused on protecting industry jobs for members and enabling the industry to get on with projects and has is sought a range of regulatory reforms during this COVID-19 situation.
Foreign Investment Review Board, Gavel

More FIRB reforms proposed

Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) reforms are proposed to commence on 1 January 2021.