Property Council welcomes new City business forum

The Property Council of Australia has warmly welcomed today's launch of the City of Sydney Business Forum, saying it demonstrated a welcome commitment to the business community by the City of Sydney Council.
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New CBD planning process gets property industry support

With Brisbane soon to get a new CBD master plan, the Property Council of Australia has offered its support to Brisbane City Council in developing a framework conducive to attracting investment and improving the city's overall economical outlook.
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Property Council gives support to State Govt's national planning push

The Property Council of Australia has commended the Minister for Environment, Local Government, Planning and Women Hon. Desley Boyle for highlighting the need for a national planning presence in the new Howard government's ministry.
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Victorian Building Initiatives On Show At World-First Intelligent Home Show

Victoria's Building Commission will take in part in showcasing the latest advances in consumer home technology when Melbourne hosts the world-first Intelligent Home Show from October 15 to 17 at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.
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Building Industry Remains Resilient

Total Building activity rose marginally in the June quarter confirming that the industry has remained resilient in the face of interest rate increases in late 2003, according to Master Builders Australia, the peak body for the building and construction industry.
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Investment Lending Falls Slightly In August

Demand among Australia's property investors continues to peel off from the euphoric highs of 2003. Investment lending across Australia dipped by 2.6 per cent in August to be down by 31 per cent on the all time record high of October last year.
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A Sydney council makes move on asbestos safety plan

A Sydney council is investigating a plan requiring home owners to have asbestos clearances before renovations can be approved, in what could become a state first.
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