News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
Motor sport shifts into next gear
Rockhampton Regional Council has taken major steps toward the region accommodating a multipurpose motor sports precinct.
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.
Work continuing on MBRC COVID-19 recovery
The Institute is continuing its engagement with the Moreton Bay Regional COVID-19 Economic Recovery Sub-Group of council and on the Regional Economic Development Strategy for the Moreton Bay Region.
Catch the last wave
The opportunity to give your views on strategies to manage the impacts of coastal hazards into the future closes on 30 August.
Last quarter – how did council do?
With the pandemic a serious factor for development activity since March, how did Ipswich statistics fare in the quarter to June 30?
Tackling the affordability puzzle
Housing affordability is a key election issue for governments at state and federal levels as well as a major issue for developers. Here, we talk to Peet Managing Director and CEO Brendan Gore about his company’s approach to delivering affordable...
100% waiver of selected infrastructure charges
Rockhampton Regional Council has taken major steps toward the region accommodating a multipurpose motor sports precinct.
5 minutes with Brent Hailey
We spent 5 minutes with Brent to hear about his journey in Queensland's property industry.
Clarity on retaining walls ongoing
Ipswich City Council continues work on its draft fact sheet for Site Responsive Design, Earthworks and Retaining Walls with collaboration with Economic Development Queensland (EDQ).
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%.
Institute call for capital works investments gains traction
The first tranche of accelerated works projects has been announced by the Queensland Government as part of the economic recovery plan. Eight projects were announced comprising $66 million in capital works to help rebuild Queensland’s economy.
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.