What the 2024/26 QLD State & SEQ Council Reforms Really Mean for Developers

Dear property investor,

LIVE EVENT — Wednesday, 27th November (6:30 - 9PM)

If you’re in property development, this is the event you cannot afford to miss.
We’re talking about the biggest planning and housing reforms in decades — the kind that will reshape how (and where) we build for years to come.

Queensland’s housing target is a bold one: 1 million new homes by 2046.

But how are they planning to get there — and what does it really mean for developers on the ground?

Expect clarity, strategy, and insider insights on:

✅ What’s driving these reforms (and the triggers behind them)
✅ What’s actually changing — and when
✅ What the State is doing vs what Councils are doing
✅ The new SEQ Regional Plan and fast-tracked PDA precincts
✅ How planning-scheme overhauls across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast will reshape approvals
✅ The ripple effect on development timelines, yields, and feasibility

💥 Are these the biggest reforms in decades?
Join us on 27th November and decide for yourself.

Director, Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Queensland
Taylor leads the Research and Sustainability departments and manages EnviroDevelopment, the national sustainability rating tool.

With deep experience in residential development and a passion for practical, sustainable urban growth, Taylor will unpack how policy meets reality — and what it all means for developers navigating the new planning landscape.

Get ready for insider perspectives, real-world implications, and strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly changing housing environment.

Taylor Hood is an experienced Director at the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Queensland. where he heads up the research and sustainability departments, including managing the national sustainability rating tool, EnviroDevelopment. With a background in residential development and a keen understanding of the complexities of urban growth, Taylor brings valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities within Australia's housing market. Taylor is passionate about shaping practical sustainable urban communities and fostering collaboration within the development industry.

We didn’t start with millions — just two students chasing one deal at a time.

When Scott and I met in a property course, we never imagined we’d be standing on our biggest project yet:

➡️ An 8-lot subdivision in Caboolture.

It started off-market (after paying two buyers agents to help us find it) — and came with all the usual headaches:
Council delays. Unity Water holdups. Endless waiting.

But we stuck it out.

By the end of 2024, every single lot was pre-sold before titles even came through, and by September 2025 we crossed the finish line:

💰 $475K profit
📈 16% return on cost
🎯 8 vacant lots — fully sold out

Our biggest lesson?
Whatever timeline you think a subdivision will take... add more. Always more.

📅 When: Thursday, 27th November
🕡 Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm (arrive from 6:15pm)
📍 Where: Hamilton Hotel, 442 Kingsford Smith Dr, Hamilton QLD

RSVP

This event is free to attend — Seats are limited. Secure yours now and let’s make sure your next project ends as strong as it started.

FAQ's

-> Can I bring someone else along?

Yes, you are welcome to bring anyone who is interested in property investing, renovating, developing - it's all about learning and networking with like-minded investors. Please ask them to RSVP so that we know how many people are coming.

-> What are you selling?

Nothing, these meetups are all about learning and networking with like-minded people.

I look forward to seeing you at the meetup

- Bec and Karine

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