News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
Planning scheme review – we need your help
Fraser Coast Regional Council will be holding a workshop with key industry stakeholders to discuss ideas that should be considered as part of council’s review of the planning scheme.
BIFOLA hits now: check new requirements
October 1 is the date some new requirements arising from the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2020 (BIFOLA Act) come into play.
Government issues new telecommunication capped charges policy in new developments
The Australian Government has released its new Telecommunication in New Developments (TIND) policy, which outlines developers’ and nbn’s responsibilities to deliver telecommunications infrastructure to new developments in Australia. The policy came into effect on September 1.
State Government Infrastructure charges cap and SARA fee increases
The Infrastructure Charges cap is up by 2.9% and State Agency Referral Assessment (SARA) fees and tribunal fees are up by 1.8%. In light of the challenging economic conditions, the decision to increase state fees during a global pandemic and...
Street design manual: walkable neighbourhoods
Aligning with the Queensland Government’s introduction of the Healthy and active communities mandatory provisions, the Street Design Manual: Walkable Neighbourhoods is live and available for members to support planning for and delivering walkable neighbourhoods.
First Home Loan Deposit Scheme insights
The Commonwealth First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) Trends & Insights from 1 January 2020 to 30 June 2020 has been released.
Mandatory walkable neighbourhood code starts today, reminder
A Mandatory Planning (Walkable Neighbourhoods) Amendment Regulation 2020 will commence on 28 September through a new schedule in the Planning Act regulations.
August CEO’s Diary
August meetings of our CEO.
Branch President meets with Federal Shadow Treasurer
Shadow Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Senator for Queensland Anthony Chisholm met with the Institute’s Fraser Coast Branch President Megan Kraft at a small business roundtable hosted by council.
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.
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.