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More Australians have cost of living concerns

Almost 40 percent of Australians have struggled to pay their rent or mortgage in the 12 months. A survey by Master Builders Australia, conducted less than three weeks

Apartment developments mask drop in housing approvals

Housing approvals have come off the boil, with a surge in apartment development approvals propping up the October numbers. The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics

Three-tower complex planned for South Brisbane

Updated plans for a multi-tower complex, including the first 50-storey tower outside the CBD, have been submitted to Brisbane City Council. (ARTIST’S IMPRESSION

Asbestos safety warning around simple DIY tasks

Upgrading a home with a simple security system could expose DIYers to an unexpected risk. Master Builders Australia Chief Executive Denita Wawn is using National

Business urges unity to leverage Brisbane 2032 opportunity

Economic growth, innovation, skills development and social impact are the cornerstones of a legacy roadmap developed by Queensland’s peak business body for the

Policy penalty blocks homeless youth from housing

Homeless young people are being denied housing because policy settings make it more profitable for providers to rent to older Australians. New research from the

Harrison to guide construction industry blueprint

A former Deputy President of the Australian Industrial Relations Commission has been selected to deliver a plan to reform the building and construction industry. Federal

Sunshine Coast approves plan to lure luxury hotels

Sunshine Coast Council has approved plans to incentivise developers to build more luxury hotels in the region. At its meeting today (November 21), Council voted to

State pauses BPICs for new construction projects

The Queensland Government has paused the use of Best Practice Industry Conditions (BPICs) on new state-funded construction projects. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said

Diversified Brisbane inner-city generates $32.5 billion

Brisbane’s Arts scene has bounced back from its COVID-induced doldrums, as a new report reveals a more buoyant and diversified inner-city. The Committee for

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