News and Insights
Low and Mid-Rise Housing Reform
The State Government, from April 2024, intends to alter development restrictions in certain residential zones. This is to expand the amount and type of developments that […]
NSW Takes Aim at the Missing-middle of Housing Supply
The new policy will change the rules for dual occupancies, attached dwellings, apartment buildings up to 2 storeys, and apartment buildings up to 6 storeys.
Barker Ryan Stewart Opens North Queensland Office
Earlier this year, we expanded our service offering in Queensland to include urban planning, civil engineering, and project management. Now, the opening of our North Queensland […]
A Day in the Life of a Town Planner at Barker Ryan Stewart: Leah Reeves
In our day in the life of blog series, we aim to showcase the work of our talented team and help you get to know the […]
Queensland Government Unveils Draft Redland Housing Strategy
The Queensland Government has released the draft Redland Housing Strategy 2023 – 2046, providing a pathway to ensure the local housing supply meets the current and […]
New Bill addresses land and housing supply shortages across Queensland
The Bill provides a suite of tools and operational and process improvements to the planning framework by removing barriers affecting housing and land supply in areas […]
The Impact of Affordable Housing in NSW and QLD
Housing affordability has become an escalating concern, with soaring property prices and limited affordable options. The cost of living, especially in terms of housing, has reached […]
Understanding the Housing and Productivity Contribution
The NSW Parliament has passed the Environmental Planning and Assessment Amendment (Housing and Productivity Contributions) Act 2023, replacing the previous Special Infrastructure Contribution in the NSW […]
Exploring economic growth in North Queensland
Encompassing cities like Townsville, Cairns, and Mackay, North Queensland has experienced steady population growth over the years. This expansion can be attributed to a combination of […]
