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Kerry Saron
To THGers, liveability is about more than just creating a special place to live, work and play - it’s also about giving back to your local community. read the full story
Claire Kelly
There seems to be some momentum in the commercial market of late and anecdotal evidence suggests we’ll soon be returning to a pre-bust state of office space shortage. We’re seeing tumbling office vacancy rates from 10% to around 7%, with these numbers expected to continue to fall as the resource sector gears up. read the full story
David Scassola AILA
It’s pretty well known that trees have an impact on health and amenity, but did you know greenery can also have an impact on how much rent you can charge? read the full story
Tim Connolly
World Town Planning Day was this week and the aim is to promote awareness, support, and advocacy of community and regional planning among the general public. The day is also aimed at recognizing and promoting the role of planning in creating liveable communities. As I was watching a news bulletin piece on the new IKEA store that had opened at Tempe in Sydney the thought hit me that planning recognition in the wider community really does need more advocacy, support and awareness. read the full story
David Scassola AILA
The traditional development process is being flipped inside out as lots get smaller, houses bigger and zero lot boundaries increase. With the high demand for outdoor living, especially in Queensland, the development model is changing and landscape architects now play an increasing role in the early stages of the house design process instead of as an afterthought once construction is complete. read the full story
