News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
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.
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.
July CEO’s Diary
July meetings of our CEO.
Institute fights soaring Energex connection costs
As of 1 July Energex has increased the connection costs for developer applications by very substantial amounts. The Institute sought a 12-month transition period for these increases, however this was rejected by the energy provider.
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.