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09 Jun, 2026

Perth’s western suburbs to modernise century-old planning legislation

The Western Australian government has revealed plans to modernise century-old planning legislation, a move designed to cut through redundant red tape and streamline development processes in Perth’s western su... more
08 Jun, 2026

NSW land audit identifies underutilised sites to grow housing pipeline

The New South Wales government has identified nine surplus and underutilised state-owned sites to deliver more than 670 new homes, boosting its multi-billion-dollar housing pipeline. The latest tranche of pr... more
08 Jun, 2026

NSW pushes modular homes to tackle housing crisis

The NSW government is championing faster, smarter housing delivery as modular terraces take shape at Landcom's Schofields development in Sydney's north-west, showcasing how innovative construction technology ca... more
04 Jun, 2026

Victoria introduces sweeping property reforms for townhouse owners, buyers and renters

The Victorian government has introduced a major property reform package to Parliament, launching reforms for apartment and townhouse owners, and renters. With one in five Victorians now living in strata-mana... more

Perth’s western suburbs to modernise century-old planning legislation

09 Jun, 2026
NSW land audit identifies underutilised sites to grow housing pipeline

08 Jun, 2026
NSW pushes modular homes to tackle housing crisis

08 Jun, 2026
Victoria introduces sweeping property reforms for townhouse owners, buyers and renters

04 Jun, 2026

Melbourne’s vacant office buildings could aid housing crisis

Empty offices could help fix housing crisis

HIA: IR reforms risk undermining housing targets, burdening small builders

Workplace bill too broad for builders, says HIA

Queensland fast-tracks 5,000 homes through new development area

Australia’s housing approvals surged but challenges remain

Projects

New South Wales backs modular construction to boost housing supply

09 Jun, 2026

The New South Wales government is backing smarter, faster building techniques to tackle the housing crisis, with innovative modular terraces now taking shape in Sydney’s north-west. Nine architecturally designed, two-storey terraces are currently being erected at Landcom’s Burdekin Road development in Schofields. The three-bedroom homes are being delivered using modern methods of constru... more

Construction underway on Victoria’s Ballarat Freight Hub

09 Jun, 2026

BHP commits $160m to transform schools, housing and services in Port Hedland

09 Jun, 2026

Public boat ramp to open in Port Hedland

Turner delivers first large-scale UK housing precinct

09 Jun, 2026

Construction site managers are required to provide suitable facilities such as toilets and eating areas, to increase workers’ welfare and minimise risk from the work environment. Operational health and safety laws require employers to provide adequate facilities for the welfare of employees at any workplace under the management and control of the employer. These requirements include accessible... more

The three childcare centre design priorities owners and developers need to address

26 May, 2026

Designing childcare centres for lease — 3 things owners/developers need to know

Grade control transitions from premium add-on to standard equipment

22 May, 2026

Rising costs are forcing Australian builders to reassess equipment ownership

22 May, 2026

Events

Mixed-Use Precinct & Placemaking Summit

28 August 2024

The Mixed-Use Precinct & Placemaking Summit, taking place on August 28th in Sydney, will bring together developers, landlords, investors, city government officials, urban planners, and the AEC sector to discuss successful mixed-use precinct models and placemaking strategies. From public-private partnerships to regenerative design and social housing, mixed-use developments are reshaping our... more

International Built Environment Week (IBEW)

2 Sep 2026-4 Sep 2026