Changes to Sustainable Planning (Infrastructure Charges) and Other Legislation Amendment Act

Posted by: Megan Tilbrook

State Parliament passed the Sustainable Planning (Infrastructure Charges) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2014 last Wednesday night seeking to resolve some of the key concerns raised by both the industry and local governments about the infrastructure charging regime.  A link to the media statement from the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning can be accessed using the following link: http://www.dsdip.qld.gov.au/news-media-events/media-releases.html

A link to the Amendment Bill can be found using the following link:

 https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/Bills/54PDF/2014/SustPlanInfraChargeOLAB14.pdf

We are hopeful that the amendments will have an impact on addressing some of the issues raised by our clients in relation to this always relevant, and often costly issue.

Latest Herron Todd White Property Report

Posted by: Scott Thompson

The end of the financial year helps bring money matters into focus. Whether it’s tying up the tax return or a serious assessment of our investment strategies, June has a history of bringing dollars to the fore. 2014 has been a year of great expectations for property markets in most big centres, so its timely that Herron Todd White professionals give their opinions on what has happened so far this year in residential and retail markets. It’s also interesting to read where these sectors might head coming into the last half of the year, particularly if a stronger economy results in interest rate gains. In this edition:

• Feature – Half time! Bring out the oranges
• Commercial –  Retail
• Residential
• Rural
• Market Indicators

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