Mackay Whitsunday
The Mackay Whitsunday Branch understands the important role our industry plays in boosting regional economic activity and creating liveable communities.
The development industry employs 7 per cent of the region’s workforce.
As a branch we know that when our industry is doing well, our community is doing well. We are passionate advocates for our members ensuring that our region provides quality and affordable housing and development choices for our growing population. We are proud of our reputation as the expert advisors to the Mackay Regional Council and we have worked hard to develop strong relationships with local businesses, decision makers and government officers.
Branch Committee
Mark McGrath (Branch President)
McKays NQ Pty Ltd
Chris Porter
Premise
Duncan Nelson
Aurecon Australasia (Mackay)
Gordon Heelan
Coastal Building Approval Service
Greg Porter
Porters
Michael Jewell
Jewell Planning
Paul Thompson
Pointglen Developments
Peter Phillips
Gardian
Ryan Booth
IPN Mackay Whitsunday
News
September CEO’s Diary
September meetings of our CEO.
Have your say: Reef sustainability plan
The consultation period on the draft updated Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan closes September 30.
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.Contact
Mackay Whitsunday Branch
mackay@udiaqld.com.au