Destination 2045

The State Government has announced Destination 2045 – the State’s tourism plan for the next 20 years.

Sentiment survey open for responses

The Procore/Property Council sentiment survey is now open for responses.

Workforce and Skills Study – Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)

BuildSkills Australia is the Jobs and Skills Council (JSC) for the construction, civil infrastructure, property, and water sectors. They are currently leading a national workforce study into the skills and training needs associated with Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).

Council releases report on restoring the Story Bridge

Brisbane City Council has released a report outlining what is needed to restore the Story Bridge by its 100th birthday in 2040.

Market engagement for Gabba entertainment precinct commences

The State Government has commenced formal market engagement with the private sector for the redevelopment of the Woolloongabba housing and entertainment precinct.

Brisbane City Council passes LGIP updates

At its Council Meeting on Tuesday, Brisbane City Council adopted a suite of changes to update its Local Government Infrastructure Plan (LGIP), Long Term Infrastructure Plan (LTIP) and related planning guidance.

First tranche of liveability fund projects announced

On Thursday 1 August 2024, the Queensland Government announced 22 infrastructure projects that are to receive funding under the South East Queensland liveability fund.

Government launches infrastructure productivity plan

On Wednesday 24 July 2024, the Queensland Government launched the Infrastructure Productivity and Workforce Roadmap and Action Plan with the aim of building capacity in the state’s construction workforce and drive productivity in the sector.

Macquarie Point chosen as new stadium site by Tasmanian Government

The Tasmanian Government plans to construct a 23,000-seat stadium south-east of Hobart’s CBD, a key step forward in the state’s pursuit of a 19th AFL license.

Industry must locate new flood-free home sites to tackle housing crisis

The release of the NSW 2022 Flood Inquiry Report effectively wipes tens of thousands of planned new dwellings off the map. The Property Council’s Ross Grove explains what this means, and calls for an expansion to urban and rural catchments to accommodate housing demand.