News

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

Expanding our digital footprint

The dawn of 2020 signals a change of pace for the Institute as we sharpen our focus on connecting members with information online, where and when they need it. The first major cab off the rank is our new website.
Koala Regulation Update

Koala regulations recap

The final mapping and the planning regulations have now been in effect for three weeks with members still realising the true impacts.

Flood update

New Guideline Available to small scale development

Growth Areas

Will Identified Growth Areas Be Truly Realised Despite New Overlay?

2020: What are the projections?

Only 8,482 settled apartment sales were transacted in the year to November 2019, the lowest level of activity seen in at least the last decade.

Planning update

Changes to improve the compensation arrangements in the Planning Act 2016 have been made following industry advocacy.

Are you on the map?

Institute can add new maps to Google Maps if it is lagging on your new development

Prioritising cultural heritage

The Institute has voiced its support for current legislation that prioritises Aboriginal cultural heritage in our recent response to the Options Paper Review of the Cultural Heritage Acts Stage 1.

New bill proposes big changes

Changes to Project Bank Accounts could have a major impact on developers. The changes are a result of proposals contained in a new bill introduced into Parliament.