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Renewable Energy in Focus
Thought leadership
December 9, 2024

Renewable Energy in Focus

Australia's renewable energy sector is rapidly evolving, with significant commitments from state governments driving large-scale solar, wind, and battery infrastructure projects. These developments offer sustainable growth opportunities but demand strong economic strategies, community engagement, and expert planning.

Industrial Development: Why NSW Needs Reform to Stay Competitive
Thought leadership
November 22, 2024

Industrial Development: Why NSW Needs Reform to Stay Competitive

The industrial and logistics sector is critical to NSW’s economy, but developers are increasingly frustrated by planning delays, restrictive controls, and insufficient infrastructure coordination. Without decisive reform, NSW risks losing its edge in this vital sector.

Navigating the NSW State Significant Rezoning Policy
NewsThought leadership
October 9, 2024

Navigating the NSW State Significant Rezoning Policy

The new NSW State Significant Rezoning Policy introduces streamlined state-led and state-assessed pathways for rezoning. Ethos Urban explains the policy, its benefits and challenges, and how proponents can strategically navigate it to fast-track their projects.

Future2034: Insights for the Next Decade in Development
Thought leadership
September 4, 2024

Future2034: Insights for the Next Decade in Development

As Australia gears up for a transformative decade, the Future2034 Developer events highlighted key factors set to influence the country's urban development. Industry leaders from Ethos Urban offered expert analysis on economic and demographic drivers, major infrastructure projects, and the shift towards mixed-use precincts.

The Six Urban Game Changers Developers Need To Know
Thought leadership
August 23, 2024

The Six Urban Game Changers Developers Need To Know

As Australia enters a pivotal decade, three leading urban thinkers—Ethos Urban’s Lee Cikuts, Sean Stephens and Chris McNeil—share their insights on the game-changing trends set to reshape the property landscape. 

NSW Government Unveils First Group of Accelerated TOD Precincts
NewsThought leadership
July 9, 2024

NSW Government Unveils First Group of Accelerated TOD Precincts

The NSW Government has unveiled rezoning proposals for the first four Accelerated Transport Oriented Development (TOD) precincts, along with changes to planning pathways. 

Activity Centres: Vital in Shaping the Future of Melbourne's Urban Landscape
Thought leadership
July 8, 2024

Activity Centres: Vital in Shaping the Future of Melbourne's Urban Landscape

Activity centres are vital to Melbourne's urban landscape, offering a mix of residential, commercial, and retail spaces. This article examines the factors contributing to successful activity centres, including planning, design, economics, and community engagement. 

Insights from The National Retirement Living Summit 2024
Thought leadership
July 5, 2024

Insights from The National Retirement Living Summit 2024

The Property Council of Australia's National Retirement Living Summit 2024 provided valuable insights into the challenges and achievements of the retirement living sector.

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