News Articles for Property Council of Australia WA Division

Perth builders are increasingly embracing alternative construction methods.

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Industrial developers are waiting for up to two years to have their projects connected to the grid, prompting calls for change.

WA has reported its second lowest dwelling starts since records began in 1969, but housing completions are improving.

The Property Council of Australia and Shelter WA have released their state election platforms, painting a bleak picture of the state's housing sector.

The industry body says continuing transfer duty concessions for apartments will boost much-needed supply.

The professional board director says middle-aged white men have played a crucial role in helping her career progress, and says businesses should embrace difference.

Perth's office landscape continues to evolve as the city's focal point shifts.

A leading national economist says demand for WA apartments is significantly behind the eastern states.

Property Council has highlighted the difficulties Western Australians are experiencing when it comes to residential property.

Sandra Brewer has sensationally defeated the incumbent member for Cottesloe, David Honey, in the battle for Liberal preselection in the blue-ribbon state seat.

Property industry groups have backed a proposal to develop a strategy to increase tree canopy in urban developments in the Perth and Peel regions.

The federal government has introduced changes to foreign investment in the property market to boost housing supply across the country.

Perth was the only city to see a decrease in its CBD vacancy rate in the last six months, to 14.9 per cent.

Property industry groups have backed the state government's raft of planning reforms, including the medium-density code policy, which was reworked after receiving mixed reviews.

Market conditions have paved the way for more developers to operate in Perth's student accommodation sector.

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Environment and Energy Minister Reece Whitby says there is no conflict of interest in holding both portfolios, after the government announced change to the environmental approvals process.

The WA government is being urged to set a specific plan for carbon emission reduction from state-owned buildings, as it maps a path to a net-zero future.

Property Council WA executive director Sandra Brewer has confirmed months of speculation by announcing she will challenge David Honey for Liberal preselection in the Cottesloe seat ahead of the 202

WA's apartment sector has become embroiled in an aggressive campaign led by consumer advocate Samantha Reece as she has ramped up her drive for mandatory construction inspections.

Perth's office occupancy rate is 20 per cent above the national average, at 91 per cent.

Western Australian projects and developers have been recognised at a state industry awards, including Adrian Fini being named Property Leader of the Year.

Infrastructure WA chair Nicole Lockwood says the freight route could be used to access southern industrial areas once Fremantle Port is out of action.

Ian Campbell says WA risks missing the opportunity to be at the forefront of the energy transition, unless its approvals process changes.

Single homes will be able to be built and modified without the approval of councils under fresh measures introduced as part of the state government's major planning shake-up.

Rita Saffioti said planning reform was akin to cutting taxes, when drawn on whether the government would abolish the foreign buyer surcharge.

The state government has expanded the stamp duty rebate to apartments under construction, in a bid to bolster supply.

The federal government's employment white paper addresses a wide range of issues, but business groups warn it could be nullified by proposed industrial relations changes.

A planning policy over residential property in some western suburbs has led to multiple tribunal disputes.

WA is falling short on student accommodation options, as experts look for solutions.

Industry experts are calling for an overhaul of construction contracting to attract more builders, as rumours of more tier one builders entering the market gain momentum.

Property Council figures show a 0.2 per cent lift in Perth's office vacancy to 15.9 per cent, the second highest in the country but amid an influx of new supply.

Senior journalists Claire Tyrrell and Jack McGinn discuss the different opinions on changes and trends playing out in Perth's property market.

Rothelowman boss Nigel Hobart says the property industry needs to innovate and at times seek solutions outside local planning regulations.

The property industry expects WA to have the highest volume of forward works and house price growth in the next 12 months, a recent survey revealed.

Industry groups have welcomed the state government's interim measures to reduce inconsistent public open space policies across local governments in Western Australia.

Perth property owner Randal Humich says there needs to be a mindset change among landlords to bring parts of the city to life.

Developers and government are exploring what needs to occur for apartments to stack up in suburbs adjacent to Metronet stations.

The state government's $80 million infrastructure fund is being rolled out to help apartment developers pay for utility connections on their sites.