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The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) is Australia’s peak Representative body for all segments of the Urban Development Industry. The institute has been representing the industry in Western Australia for more than 40 years.
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Tanya Steinbeck: Why there’s no need to fear apartments
The West Australian You could be forgiven for thinking that anyone with two feet and a heartbeat can throw together a design for an apartment building, get the rubber stamp of approval and hire Bob…
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Commerce Minister Sue Ellery unveils mandatory building inspections
The West Australian WA will finally introduce mandatory building inspections as part of moves to clean up the construction industry — but the changes will not come into effect until 2026 at the earliest. Even…
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Mandatory building inspections set for 2026
Business News The building industry will be required to undertake mandatory inspections of high-rise apartments and commercial buildings from 2026, in the most significant industry reform in more than a decade. The reform announced this…
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Regenerating a city for people
The Property Tribune Urban regeneration and the practice of repurposing underutilised spaces in key locations can breathe new life into a city and play an important role in the delivery of much needed housing in…
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Whitby backs portfolio synergies as green-tape feedback flows
Business News Environment and Energy Minister Reece Whitby says there is no conflict of interest in holding both portfolios, after the state government announced sweeping change to the environmental approvals process. The changes announced this morning have…
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Investors size up WA property
Business News The capital growth potential of Western Australia’s undersupplied residential sector, coupled with its relative affordability compared with other states, is proving attractive for an increasing number of investors. WA has experienced an influx…
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Rapid growth prompts rethink on how to house Perth’s population
Australian Property Investor Magazine In the midst of the current housing crisis, debate around Perth’s urban growth and the need to continue to densify and diversify our housing stock remains at the forefront. While all…
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Downsizing remains a challenge for asset rich, cash poor older Australians
The Property Tribune Downsizing in Australia is part of the broader housing diversity conversation. While there is growing momentum behind the idea of downsizing, major hurdles remain firmly ahead. At a UDIA WA event, Downsizer Economist in Residence, Michael…
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Obstacles in delivering density in Perth
Business News Housing and Planning Minister John Carey has defended building single dwellings amid a push for infill, saying some higher-density projects are just not viable in Perth. Speaking at an Urban Development Institute of Australia WA event today, Mr…