WA Opposition Backs Fast-Track Approvals Bill
WA's opposition has backed a government bill to fast-track major project approvals, but critics warn it could create new bottlenecks and sideline environmental concerns. Read the full analysis.
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Perth housing crisis: Worker shortage stalls apartments
Perth faces a critical apartment shortage as construction costs soar. A severe skilled labour crisis is making new projects unviable, deepening the housing affordability crisis. Discover the solution.
ACT Streamlines Building Approvals to Cut Costs
The ACT government is overhauling key building regulations to speed up construction and save homeowners money. Learn how these changes will affect Canberra's property market.
Albanese's environmental laws face industry criticism
PM Albanese's EPBC reforms, backed by Greens, face industry fury over gas project delays and red tape. Will this deal hamper Australia's productivity?
ACT Uses AI to Accelerate Planning Approvals
The ACT government is implementing artificial intelligence to streamline development assessments and meet housing targets. Chief Minister Andrew Barr reveals plans for faster approvals.
WA Projects Delayed 40% by Environmental Law Failures
Western Australian projects face 40% longer approval delays under Australia's broken environmental laws, threatening jobs and economic growth. Urgent reform needed.
Property Council: Strip Councils of Planning Powers
The Property Council urges the WA Government to take planning powers from councils blocking housing development, citing the worsening housing crisis. Read the full story.
Planning Delays Frustrate Australian Business Leaders
Exclusive roundtable reveals mounting frustration among business leaders and local government over bureaucratic red tape stalling vital projects across Australia.
ACT govt blocks appeals for new northside hospital
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
Cook Confident on Environmental Law Changes After Fed Talks
Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.
WA Housing Minister Backs Density Despite Approval Failures
Exclusive analysis shows Perth's infill housing targets are failing as John Carey admits to 'density challenges' while defending the state government's housing strategy amid a deepening crisis.
WA Housing Crisis: Building Approvals Crash Amid Shortage
New data reveals Western Australia's housing shortage has intensified with building approvals hitting concerning lows. Experts warn the situation requires urgent government action to address the growing crisis.
Midland Brick Sales Soar as WA Housing Rebounds
Western Australia's building industry is roaring back to life as Midland Brick reports massive sales growth, fueled by recovering home approvals and government construction incentives.
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