News
We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.
Residential park rent review timing protected during COVID-19
The Institute has sought fair emergency regulations for the residential (manufactured homes) parks.
Infrastructure Charges payment deferral update: your thoughts
Councils across Queensland have been reviewing their infrastructure charging arrangements as an opportunity to stimulate development during COVID-19.
More FIRB reforms proposed
Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) reforms are proposed to commence on 1 January 2021.
Better dispute resolution for Seniors Living
Seniors living disputes could be better resolved by improved mediation arrangements and information, resourcing for the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, and input by appropriately experienced legal practitioners.
State extends COVID-19 legislative changes
The Treasurer and Minister for Infrastructure and Planning has extended the event period for the COVID-19 applicable event to 31 October 2020.
Local market intelligence released
The latest edition of Market Report is available for all branches.
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.
Institute welcomes Mackay’s fee reductions
Mackay Regional Council recently announced a 50 percent reduction in development application fees until September 2020 among other COVID-19 initiatives.The Institute congratulates the council on this initiative that is a leading example for councils around Queensland.
Mackay Regional Council releases COVID-19 survey
The Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday Regional Councils have released a business survey for all owners to complete. The survey will assist council develop its response to the crisis and plan for the recovery.
May CEO’s diary
Read about what happened in April and May.
Check your site: Changes to koala, essential habitat, and wetland mapping MSES
Changes have been made to Regulated Vegetation Management Maps wetland, high-value growth, and essential habitat mapping that may affect your sites.
Understanding the COVID-19 planning arrangements
Recently the Planning Act 2016 (‘the Act’) was amended to allow the Minister to declare applicable events that may affect state interests. These are permanent changes to the Act and can include a variety of scenarios (e.g. natural disasters, health...
Infrastructure Agreements: Key points to understand
Infrastructure Agreements can be complicated. They vary in their purposes, are designed specifically for each situation, and are crucial to ensure all parties, including the developer, are receiving equitable outcomes.
Improvements to draft commercial leases regulations achieved
In concert with the Property Council, the Institute has been able to achieve improvements to the draft Retail Shop Leases and Other Commercial Leases (COVID19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020 to recognise the changing circumstances in commercial leasing.
Members give Institute webinars the tick of approval
The pandemic has thrown up opportunities as well as challenges. We have been quick to rethink how we can continue to deliver quality events virtually for members.