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Peak bodies believe that WA's Medium Density Code revisions may end NIMBYism

Peak bodies believe that WA’s Medium Density Code revisions may end NIMBYism

Peak bodies endorse WA Government’s revisions to the Medium Density Code, heralding it as a significant step forward.
Cook Government unveils fresh state-led strategy to ‘green’ Perth

Cook Government unveils fresh state-led strategy to ‘green’ Perth

Western Australia’s State Government unveils ‘Urban Greening Strategy’ to boost greenery in Perth and Peel regions.
Changing needs require diverse housing options

Changing needs require diverse housing options

Choice will be key to accommodating first home buyers, as demographics are changing.
Grant applications open for the Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program Year 2

Grant applications open for the Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program Year 2

Construction remains a male-dominated industry, with women only comprising 2% of trade roles.
Latest growth is 20 basis points below pre-covid average.

Growth in construction costs may have normalised

Ezzy noted that the pace of CCCI growth this year could be shaped by a few factors, such as the national dwelling approval levels.
Queensland sees an overall decline in new dwelling approvals

Queensland housing approvals fall 14.6 per cent

Building approvals for new dwellings are on a downward trajectory, and industry experts are calling for practical action to ensure growth and productivity for the construction industry.
Setting the benchmark for sustainability

Setting the benchmark for sustainability

Once completed, the project will be the largest masterplanned community in the City of Casey in Victoria.
city of vincent launches fast track service for homes with life cycle assessment

WA local government to fastrack sustainable residential development applications

The average wait time will be halved for those that submit a Life Cycle Assessment with the residential development application.
$10M Mooroopna development for people living with mental health concerns completed

$10M Mooroopna development for people living with mental health concerns completed

The Victorian government has delivered 36 new mental health-focused homes.
Draft plans for new Penrith Stadium revealed and Ryde Hospital redevelopment building contractor appointed

Draft plans for new Penrith Stadium revealed and Ryde Hospital redevelopment building contractor appointed

Penrith Stadium redevelopment expects to kick off after the 2024 NRL season, and expects to reopen in 2026.

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Strata properties as investments: All you need to know about investing in a Perth unit

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