COVID-19 industry news
Stay across the latest updates that impact Queensland’s property industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Latest COVID-19 news
A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members. A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
UDIA NATIONAL: The year that was and onto 2021
COVID-19 has forced us all to change our habits, in ways large and small. Right across the industry, the way we interact on work sites, in sales centres and all parts of our businesses has shifted.
Homebuilder: UDIA Queensland still pushing for timing extensions while national office calls for another round
The HomeBuilder grant has generated a very substantial increase in activity in housing estates across Queensland.
Creating and supporting communities
For many people, 2020 was the first time normal lifestyles had been severely restricted. In the midst of this adversity, it became apparent how important the property industry is in fostering strong communities.
Home building builds the economy
Following on from the Institute’s release of The Perfect Storm: SEQ Land Supply Report the Institute held the sold out Lay of the Land event.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members. HomeBuilder sees development activity soar
The Federal Government’s HomeBuilder Grant has seen development and construction activity increase significantly with some members reporting a 400% increase in sales for house and land packages.
Financing delays being experienced
The policy team has been receiving member feedback on HomeBuilder that brokers and financiers are delaying the progress of finances on the basis of land needing to be registered before valuations are carried out, or as part of the loan…
COVID-19 temporary approvals extended
Treasurer and Minister for Planning Cameron Dick has extended the COVID-19 applicable event period to 31 January 2021.
Gold Coast announces incentives
A range of incentives are available to the property development and construction industry as City of Gold Coast announces measures to stimulate work and boost local employment.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Institute pushes need for action
The Institute’s Townsville Branch President, Duane Gibson alongside other industry representatives recently met with council to recommend measures that respond to the economic impacts of COVID-19.
Industry presentation to council highlights action is needed
The Institute’s Cairns Branch President, Ranjit Singh alongside other industry bodies recently presented to council on measures to respond to the economic impacts from COVID-19.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
Policy Alert | BCC: A budget for the times
Our Director of Policy and Strategy Anna Cox, delivers a message to members.
COVID-19 Industry Alert: Update from the CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
Branch update from Megan Kraft
In times like these it is important as branch, industry, and community that we band together and pitch in to help everyone get through. We are certainly trying to do this locally at the moment.