News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
Institute weighs in on catalytic fund
The Institute’s CEO Kirsty Chessher-Brown has written to all local governments that cover branch territory, to provide assistance identifying priority projects for the Queensland Government’s recent announcement on Building Acceleration Fund.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
Flood amendments preparations
Mackay Regional Council has commenced preparations to amend the current Planning Scheme with public consultation and commencement set for late 2020.
Andergrove flood study underway
Mackay Regional Council is currently undertaking a flood study over Andergrove and Beaconsfield. The study will be based on the guidance outlined in the Mackay Guideline for Flood and Stormwater Reports.
Waterfront PDA EOI
Mackay Regional Council recently provided a briefing on the Waterfront Priority Development Area Expression of Interest (EOI) process.
July CEO’s Diary
July meetings of our CEO.
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.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
HomeBuilder grant’s limits questioned
The Institute was inundated with questions and concerns regarding the Australian Government HomeBuilder grant announced on 4 June 2020.
Mackay Regional Council set to investigate industrial land supply
Institute advocacy on the importance of industry land in the region has been recognised with the Mackay Regional Council commissioning the preparation of an independent report on industrial land supply in the Mackay region.
Lodgement requirements modified for Partial Release Application
As the result of a recent review, council has updated the subdivision plan Partial Release Application Guidelines in an effort to simplify these lodgements types.