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Site Intel is Travaux's collection of property, planning, construction and housing insights.

Property Development
News & Analysis

The property and construction industries are constantly evolving. Planning reforms, housing policy, construction costs, infrastructure investment and market conditions all influence project outcomes.

Site Intel brings together analysis, commentary and practical insights to help project teams understand the broader forces shaping development and delivery across Australia.

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Permit Pending explores the realities behind housing, planning and development in Australia. From housing delivery and planning reform to project feasibility and construction challenges, each article examines the systems and decisions that influence what ultimately gets built.

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Case Studies

What Happens When Your Development Feasibility Moves? A Real Example from a Mentone Project

A real dual-occupancy sensitivity analysis showing how small changes in sale prices, construction costs and timelines affect developer margins… Rebecca Lloyd-Jones is a development strategist and founder of Travaux. She works with developers, consultants and investors to navigate the pre-construction phase of residential projects, focusing on feasibility analysis, planning strategy and build-ready decision making.

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March 17, 2026
Construction & Delivery

Lifting Standards in Victoria’s Building Industry

Victoria’s regulatory system leaves home-buyers vulnerable, but the government has an opportunity to raise the bar for builders Republished Article – By Dr Paulo Vaz-Serra and Dr Andrew Martel, University of Melbourne Windows that barely open, no

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October 14, 2024
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