News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
DTMR supports Institute transparency request
The Institute has been digging in on a number of member issues with regard to the activities of the Department of Transport and Main Roads (the department).
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.
Mid-year update: LGIP an advocacy win
Toowoomba Branch President, Stephen Bowers recently provided a mid-year update and summarised the branch achievements of 2020. This year’s update had a strong COVID-19 theme and how the industry was going to bounce back.
5 minutes with…Steve Allan from Hotondo Homes
We spent 5 minutes with Steve to hear about his journey in Queensland's property industry.
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.
Toowoomba Regional Council implements e-lodgement for plan sealing
Survey Plans for Endorsement can now be submitted via council’s Online Customer Service Portal.
Redeploying teams during COVID-19
UDIA member Capstone Recruitment has prepared an industry redeployment guide that is accessible for all industry colleagues.