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.
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.
Most projects look like they should work on paper, but in reality a lot just don’t stack up. Feasibility, planning and delivery, alongside design quietly determine the success of a project.
Oil prices are rising due to instability in the Middle East and this flows directly into the bottom line of your development. What you should be doing now to ensure your costs don’t blow out before you pour the slab.
The real issue behind the construction cost escalation headlines is not a cost-spike to deal with temporarily, but a new cost reality moving forward.
Learn how to plan your building budget before you design. From site costs to soft costs, we break down what it really takes to build — and how to avoid financial blowouts by starting with strategy, not guesswork.
Most builds blow out because of stacked assumptions, not one big mistake. Delays cost money. Variations trigger margin stacking. And without contingency, you’re exposed. This article breaks down why projects go sideways — and how to plan, monitor and build without budget chaos.
Build costs aren’t just materials and labour. This post breaks down the hidden layers — like site works, services, planning fees and PC sums — that can derail your budget. It’s the reality check every new builder needs before signing a contract
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
Too many people wait until they’re knee-deep in design or council delays to find a builder — and then they’re forced to choose based on availability, not alignment. In this article we outline our recommended strategy to choose a builder who aligns with your project, your goals and your personality.
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