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While Townsville's population growth is a noteworthy indicator, our focus extends beyond basic demographics. We're delving deeper to assess the city's economic diversification, strategic positioning within North Queensland, and its established cultural offerings. These factors, combined with Townsville's status as a regional hub, solidify its position as a compelling investment prospect. Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing our in-depth analysis, uncovering key metrics and highlighting potential investment opportunities within the Townsville property market. Stay tuned and subscribe so you don't miss out. #TownsvillePropertyMarket #NorthQueenslandInvestment #InvestmentAnalysis #StrategicInvestment #RegionalInvestmentOpportunities

Kate Burke draws on experience across State's with work spanning policy, statutory and non-statutory responses to housing challenges. She draws on this expertise and experience in identifying the practical actions planners can take to play our part in addressing this national issue. #housingpolicy #landuseplanning #growthmanagement #planningschemes #statutorydrafting #creatingbetterplaces

Episode 64 is live! Join Dave as he talks with the Executive Director of the Carmel Redevelopment Commission, Henry Mestetsky. Listen in as they discuss the growing need for walkable cities, the importance of a city square for communities, and how public-private partnerships can help revitalize suburbs. Click the link to hear the rest of this timely episode! https://lnkd.in/gZEceVP4 #TheOmnibusShow #walkablecities #carmelindiana #communityengagement #citydevelopment #suburbs #europeanarchitecture #carmelindiana #communityengagement #citydevelopment #suburbs #europeanarchitecture 

📢 Did you hear the latest announcement? The National Lottery Heritage Fund, National Trust and Natural England have revealed a new strategic initiative called Nature in Towns and Cities. What is Nature in Towns and Cities? The new initiative will improve access to nature across 100 UK towns and cities by supporting organisations to put nature and green space at the centre of their priorities and investments. The initiative aims to improve access to green space for 5 million people by: 🌳 Enhancing 1,000 existing green or blue spaces 🌳 Developing 1,000 pocket parks in neighbourhoods lacking green space 🌳 Creating 100 major new green spaces from urban centres to their fringe Overall, 10 million people will receive everyday benefits as a result of integrating green spaces for nature and heritage with the urban fabric. The initiative will ensure community priorities remain at the forefront of planning, and the resulting spaces are a source of pride and bring benefits like climate resilience to the spaces that need them the most. How can my organisation benefit? By joining the Nature Towns and Cities Network, local authorities, and voluntary and community organisations will be able to access a range of events and resources, as well as receive peer support. Getting accredited as part of an upcoming pilot scheme in 2025, designed to officially recognise towns and cities integrating nature into their planning and communities. This accreditation will provide assurance to investors and help unlock financial resources. Receive funding from a £15 million fund, with grants of £250,000 to £1 million available for local authorities and community partners to create additional capacity while planning for nature in their towns and cities. The deadline for Expressions of Interest is noon on 12 November 2024. For more information, go to: https://lnkd.in/dAXHukkC Or more more information on how to apply for funding go to: https://lnkd.in/eZHZBsss How could CFP help? At CFP, we have expertise in project development, planning and evaluation, as well as experience in community engagement and consultation. Along with our extensive knowledge of green space planning and management, we can help your organisation along the project process from initial planning and consultation through to delivery and evaluation. Why not get in touch by going to: https://lnkd.in/eD75ttwi NatureScot Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales #natureintownsandcities #NatureTownsandCitiesNetwork #natureincities #greeninfrastrucure #parksandgreenspace #consultant #heritagefund #communities #funding #climateresilience

We're pleased to be at the Building Garden Communities Conference today. Our Senior Researcher Hani Salih took part in an engaging discussion on the potential role of Build to Rent (BTR) development in Garden Towns. Here are some key insights that came up: - Richard B. highlighted how single-family housing can serve as a catalyst for diverse housing options within communities. - Jo Davis discussed the substantial £1.9 billion investment in single-family housing, emphasising its appeal for immediate occupancy and its potential to foster vibrant, legacy-driven communities. - David Reid underscored the potential of institutional ownership and management in ensuring the longevity and quality of BTR developments. - Eve Murzyn emphasised the importance of understanding local needs and engaging with local authorities from the outset to tailor BTR solutions to specific communities. - Hani Salih highlighted the significance of resident involvement and the integration of green spaces to foster community cohesion and a sense of belonging. It was suggested that BTR is a must-have because of the institutional capital it brings, its potential to create communities early on, and the possibilities it brings for providing a diverse mix of housing and tenure types and infrastructure. Plenty of food for thought, and we're looking forward to seeing how some of this plays out in the results of our current research into the social impact of BTR developments. #BuildToRent #GardenTowns #CommunityDevelopment #BTR #SocialImpact #Stewardship #UKHousing #ResidentialDevelopment

🌳 Protecting our major green spaces for a sustainable future is an ongoing Council commitment. The Regional Inter-urban Break (RIUB) extends from the hinterland and rural areas surrounding the Glass House Mountains in the west to the Pumicestone Passage and to the coastline in the east. It covers over 32,000 hectares of the local government area. The RIUB plays an important role in preserving our region’s distinctive character, identity and valued lifestyle. It's the gateway to the Sunshine Coast, separating the Sunshine Coast from the Greater Brisbane area. Our successful advocacy efforts have resulted in a large portion of our RIUB being protected in the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2023 (ShapingSEQ). While it's a positive step forward, Halls Creek (south of Stockland’s Aura development) is located outside of the Queensland Government protected area and is identified as a Potential Future Growth Area - it remains at risk of development. We are asking for a Queensland Government commitment that Halls Creek will be removed as an area for potential future urban growth from their South East Queensland Regional Plan 2023 and protected forever. ..because once it’s gone, it’s gone forever. #sunshinecoastpriorities

Using Placer Void Analysis data helped identify high potential tenants for nine 'catalytic' sites key to revitalization 🙌 After geofencing the downtown Danville area in Placer, the Redevelopment Resources Studio GWA team analyzed how foot traffic had changed since the pandemic and how residents engaged with the downtown core. Two findings were especially encouraging: 📊 Foot traffic had already returned to and beat pre-pandemic visit levels. In other words, downtown Danville had strong post COVID-19 recovery. 📈 Visits spiked on the first Friday of each month, a phenomenon they attributed to “First Fridays,” a free monthly event with a variety of themes that attract families and visitors downtown. Together, these points indicated a strong foundation and positive momentum for Downtown Danville to achieve even greater visitation. Dive into the full success story at hubs.li/Q02J8W3F0 Ashley Sarver Aaron Holverson, AIA, NCARB Michael Smith, AICP Candidate Kristen Fish-Peterson, CEcD, EDFP #marketresearch #commercialrealestate #development

A great conversation today at the Royal Glenora Club as we hosted a media panel called "Housing in the Hot Seat" with Lauren Boothby of Edmonton Journal, Steven Sandor of Edify Edmonton, Karen Unland of Taproot Publishing Inc. and Jeremy Thompson of CTV News. Introducing the event, our Board Chair Katrina Rowe of Cantiro noted: "In 2024 alone, it felt like our industry was in the news weekly, if not daily – from housing affordability to the surge in migration in Alberta to a highly-contentious zoning bylaw public hearing. It is clear that Edmontonians have an insatiable appetite for learning more about how our communities and cities are shaped, built, and stewarded over time – and are curious about where we are and where we are headed. " The discussion, moderated by Jason Syvixay, set the stage: "Today’s conversation invites four journalists, who cover the city beat daily, to share what goes into telling Edmonton’s story, why it matters, who shapes the conversation, and what’s at stake. City building isn’t just about creating physical spaces, it’s the stories we tell ourselves and to others, that make the places we call home. From pressing urban issues like the declaration of a housing emergency to longer-form stories around urban growth and community change, the real estate development industry makes the news." The panel did not disappoint! #media #journalism #citybuilding #Edmonton

It was a pleasure to take part in a BBC News InDepth debate on housing chaired by Mark Easton, BBC Home Editor alongside Nicholas Boys Smith, Chair of CREATE STREETS and Roger Mortlock, CEO of CPRE The countryside charity. It is great to see the BBC making space for a more in depth, nuanced debate about solutions to the housing crisis. Here are some of the questions we explored and my responses… We need new homes, where should they go? 🗣 We need a housing offer that works for everyone, building new homes and communities right across England. Regen or growth? 🗣 It is right that we consider all options, including regeneration and building new communities, and we must ensure local people are involved in the process. Is there enough brownfield land to build all the homes we need? 🗣 A brownfield first approach is great, but brownfield land alone won't be enough to deliver the quantity of homes we need - not to mention, some brownfield land is not appropriate for development - so it's right that the government looks at all options for meeting the housing need. Can we build at scale and ensure quality? 🗣 The debate shouldn’t be housing quality vs housing quantity – we need both. All homes should be well designed, meet the needs of residents and enhance their wellbeing – this means making sure they are accessible, adaptable, sustainable and crucially for us, affordable. Check out the full debate here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/ehXsyRrT

I grew up in an inner eastern suburb of Melbourne, enjoying an idyllic childhood in an architecturally designed home tailored for family living. Our bush-themed garden supported biodiversity, and our roof garden overflowed with vegetables, fruit, and herbs, embodying sustainable and efficient living. The neighbourhood was walkable and safe, with broad-canopied green streets leading to local shops for essentials. My childhood was filled with street play, socialising, skateboarding, and endless cycling through the parks and streets with friends. The vibrancy in my street extended beyond kids; the parents were up for a party too, weekends saw conversations on the street that often led to spontaneous dinners and a glass of vino, with picnic rugs spread across the grass verges. Can we achieve this sort of social, environmental and community value in a denser city? Living models abroad demonstrate not only does it work, but that density can have benefits. Densification, and diversity of housing choices are essential to support population growth, protect our biodiversity, environment and green wedge.   What truly matters is good and courageous design, and planning, supported by a diverse range of expertise—spanning design, planning, placemaking, social value, First Nations voice, heritage, sustainability, environment, transport, archaeology, economics, property, and more. This collective approach allows us to shape a shared vision underpinned by evidence to drive success so we can all flourish alongside our precious environment. The development of cities and the lives of their inhabitants are deeply interconnected. By purposefully balancing growth and development, we can ensure that Victorians live in cities that are sustainable, equitable, vibrant, green, and creative.   Urbis's collective thought piece on the State Government's request for recommendations to address the challenges of a growing state is attached. I added my voice alongside many talented colleagues with whom I work. #Urbis #Cityshaper #Sustainablecities #UrbanAgriculture #UrbanDesign #UrbanPlanning #SocialValue #Placemaking #LandscapeArchitecture #Biodiversity #Roofgardens #Affordablehousing #Housingchoice #firstnationsvoice #Naturebasedcities #Biophilia