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We’ve seen significant planning reforms announced by the Victorian Government this week, focusing on delivering more homes near jobs, transport, and services. From new housing targets to streamlined approvals, and the release of the long-awaited Plan for Victoria, these changes aim to shape the future of our communities. Read our summary to stay informed: https://lnkd.in/dqztM77m Mark Dawson, Rebecca Lyons, Mick Meyer, Zena Foale-Banks, Rajiv Mahendran, Danielle Cull #UrbanPlanning #HousingReform #Victoria

What key influences are shaping the future of the Perth market? Today, Urbis Director David Cresp joins the expert panel at Property Council of Australia WA Property Outlook 2025. David will share his extensive expertise on the residential market, delving into the current challenges faced by developers and highlighting potential areas of opportunity. To learn more or to get in touch with David, visit: https://lnkd.in/gD4dVEPE #WAProperty #PropertyOutlook #PropertyTrends #CityShaper

Ramadan is more than just fasting—it’s a time of spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and community bonding. Muslims around the world observe this sacred month by abstaining from food and drink from sunrise (Suhoor) to sunset (Iftar), engaging in prayer, and giving to those in need. We wish everyone observing Ramadan a peaceful and blessed month. May this time bring you joy, reflection, and togetherness.

🌈 Last Wednesday, our Sydney office kicked off Mardi Gras with a fantastic in-house event, which provided our office an opportunity to get together and celebrate Urbis' long standing commitment to creating an inclusive environment that fosters respect, acceptance and equality.   The evening began with dedicating the event to our beloved Jonathan Bryant. Mardi Gras was his favourite time of year and he always took responsibility in organising our annual event. Our Mardi Gras parties became a cornerstone of our commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, bringing together employees from all levels to celebrate diversity and show solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. Jonathan has had such an impact on all of us with his authenticity, vulnerability and, championing an inclusive culture where everyone could bring their true selves to work. This Mardi Gras was dedicated to him, with a chair decorated with his favourite hat and a fantastic evening filled with fun and flair.   This was followed by two fabulous Queens Dior Drop and Bettie Blackheart who served us with stunning drag bingo and entertainment.    As Jonathan once said "Each year, Mardi Gras gives us the opportunity to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, and to find fun, memorable ways to promote our commitment to awareness, diversity and inclusion."    We hope you have a fantastic Mardi Gras season and enjoy yourselves. Happy Mardi Gras!

It is through thoughtful and strategic urban planning that we can balance growth with environmental stewardship, foster economic opportunities, and enhance the quality of life for everyone. Urbis’ national planning team is at the forefront of transforming urban landscapes across Australia.    Why join Urbis?  - Innovative and high-profile projects: Work on cutting-edge developments that shape the future of our cities  - Sustainability focus: Be part of an organisation dedicated to creating more resilient urban spaces that consider the environment  - Collaborative approach: Partner with local councils, developers, and community groups to bring visionary projects to life  - Career growth: Opportunities to grow and develop your career within a dynamic and supportive culture  - Prime locations: With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth and Singapore as well as regional hubs, you'll have exposure to projects throughout Australia and beyond    Are you ready to help us shape cities and communities for a better future? Check out our career opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gzCYz3Nw    If none of our current vacancies are the right fit, sign up for our expression of interest, and we'll reach out when something suitable comes up: https://lnkd.in/gX-xiKji     Ashley Lane Sarah Horsfield Jacqueline Parker Peter Strudwick Kris Krpan Ben Lyons Kris Nolan Sarah Macklin (Walbank) Stuart McGurn Cassandra Notaras Petra Ladkin Featured projects: Atlassian Central, NSW; Future South Bank Master Plan, Qld; ECU City Campus, WA.

What can we expect of the retail industry this year, and how can this sector be enhanced for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic games? Two of our Urbis directors and retail experts will be covering these topics tomorrow with their opening keynote speeches at the Property Council of Australia 2025 Queensland Retail Conference. While Ian Shimmin breaks down the latest data on consumer spending insights and outlines the retail forecast for 2025, David Wilcox will examine trends in CBD retail spending in our capital cities and touch on strategies to develop the CBD’s position as we head towards the games. Reach out to Ian or David if you’d like to know more. #Retail #EconomicForecast #CBDRetail #Brisbane2032 #OlympicandParalympicGames #CityShaping

Significant updates from the Victorian State Government arrived over the weekend. New housing targets and detailed plans for densifying 10 activity centres around Melbourne were announced, with key changes including revised housing targets and structured activity centres with specific height limits. We are actively working with clients to identify strategic site opportunities and test development feasibility under these new controls. Read more about these significant changes and what they mean for Melbourne's future here: https://lnkd.in/g5KBrfeS #UrbanPlanning #MelbourneDevelopment #HousingTargets #ActivityCentres Rajiv Mahendran, Rebecca Lyons, Mick Meyer, Mark Dawson

Precincts are key to solving the housing delivery challenge, and Urbis is excited to play a part in this transformation. We're proud to support Property and Development NSW (NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure) in bringing Parramatta North to life—a major government precinct that will deliver education, research, commercial, cultural and residential outcomes over the next 30 years. The state-led rezoning application, now on public exhibition, is the result of a collaboration between PDNSW and our Planning, Urban Design, and Engagement teams, and other experts. This plan aims to transform the 42-hectare precinct, ideally situated on the newly opened light rail service, into one of Greater Parramatta’s most significant urban renewal projects. We encourage you to provide your feedback on the public exhibition https://lnkd.in/gnS_JpQw To learn more about the value Urbis has brought to this project, visit our project summary https://lnkd.in/gXS958ME #Urbis #parramattanorth #connectingwithcountry #community #parramatta #westernsydney #pdnsw #dpie #nswgovernment Murray Donaldson, Travis Lythall, Alicia D., Anthony Kong, Harsha Yadav, Dianne Knott, Aparna Casimir, Aleena Castanos, Caidee Heriot, Suyash Pareek, Jane Maze-Riley, Annabelle Cooper, Les Hems, Alyce Noney, Chen Qu, and Carlos Frias. 

We believe in celebrating and preserving the stories that make Australia unique. Urbis' national team of heritage experts is passionate about understanding the significance of our shared heritage to inspire and inform the future. Clever and respectful integration of heritage can be the key to creating a strong sense of place and a vibrant and thriving community. Our comprehensive suite of heritage services including built heritage consultancy, heritage architecture, conservation management planning and heritage interpretation, historical and Aboriginal archaeology and cultural heritage management help shape a future where our rich history is seamlessly woven into the fabric of modern life. Keen to be a part of this journey? Take a look at the current opportunities to join Urbis:   Senior Consultant - Sydney - https://lnkd.in/gAZQeRR9 Associate Director - Sydney - https://lnkd.in/gYYd4jvg Senior Consultant/Associate Director - Perth - https://lnkd.in/gJwCwM8p   Or, if these roles aren't quite the right fit but you'd love to be part of our Heritage team, apply to our Expression of Interest - https://lnkd.in/gCB7nHZm and we'll get in touch when something suitable comes up. We look forward to hearing from you! Kate Paterson Balazs Hansel Carolynne Baker Marc Beattie Stephen Davies Tina King Cassandra Notaras

What will retirement living look like in the coming years? With an increasingly ageing population in Queensland and across Australia, this important topic presents both opportunities and challenges. Hear from Urbis Director Julie Saunders, keynote speaker at today’s Property Council of Australia QLD Retirement Living Forum, on how underutilised land can be accessed for this purpose and why we should think differently about where and how we deliver retirement. Learn more about Julie’s work in this space and get in touch here: https://lnkd.in/gxy5DFfv #RetirementSector #SeniorLiving #AgeingPopulation #CityShaping