News

We keep you updated on the important matters affecting our industry. Read through the latest news and updates from the Institute.

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Strength in hydraulic numbers

A coordinated Cairns Townsville Mackay (CTM) Water Alliance Design and Construction Code represents the opportunity for regional consistency and certainty. The code’s adoption would provide a consolidated set of technical standards for water supply and sewerage infrastructure for use across...
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Have your say: Our Cairns 2020

Cairns Regional Council has commenced consultation on “Our Cairns 2020”. Council’s largest ever survey is open for the general public, business community, and industry groups to ensure their voice is heard on the future of Cairns.
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FNQROC Regional Development Manual reviewed

The Institute has written to the Far North Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (FNQROC) after reviewing the Regional Development Manual - Version 8 DRAFT (2019) eight amendments (the amendment).

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.

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...
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Branch President to meet with Chief Economic Development Officer

Moreton Bay Regional Council has appointed a Chief Economic Development Officer in a newly created role to bolster the region’s opportunities. Council’s Regional Economic Development Strategy will be the first piece outlining council’s aspiration around economic development.

Ripley Valley growth area

One of the fastest growth areas in South East Queensland, Ripley Valley, needs urgent and substantial investment in infrastructure and other facilities, to meet the strong demand from home buyers.

Be environmentally strategic, advice to council

A sustainable corridor approach that balances the preservation of natural assets and continues to provide diverse housing options for a growing population was set out in a submission to Ipswich City Council on the draft Natural Environment Policy.

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.

AVID Property Group takes 3 for the sea

Consultation is underway on the reference design for the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge. The preliminary business case confirmed the proposed project is a feasible, value-for-money investment that will deliver lasting benefits for Brisbane City.

Consultation open on Kangaroo Point Green Bridge

Consultation is underway on the reference design for the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge. The preliminary business case confirmed the proposed project is a feasible, value-for-money investment that will deliver lasting benefits for Brisbane City.
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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.