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2 weeks ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Clare J Burnett |Marisa Wikramanayake |Renee McKeown |Phil Bartsch
Sponsored ContentInvestor demand for proven local retail centres in Brisbane remains at unprecedented levels, with RWC Retail’s Michael Feltoe, Pablo Routledge and Lachlan O’Keeffe selling seven centres in the past seven months for a combined $32.3 million. RWC Retail’s Michael Feltoe says the levels of demand the team are witnessing are unlike anything they have seen in recent years. “In the past 12 months we have seen investor interest in the retail centre space be stronger than ever.
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2 weeks ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Clare J Burnett |Marisa Wikramanayake |Renee McKeown |Phil Bartsch
No project team starts a job planning for disputes but, in construction, conflict is often inevitable. Whether it’s from extension of time (EoT) claims, scope changes or cost disagreements, disputes can derail timelines, inflate budgets and erode trust between project stakeholders. A study by an Australian-based firm found that disputes account for an average of 2.6 per cent of total construction costs.
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2 weeks ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Renee McKeown |Phil Bartsch |Leon Della Bosca |Clare J Burnett
Sponsored ContentDevelopers are putting nature-based and biophilic design on the agenda, but NSW’s aversion to height is holding them back. This was the sentiment at a developer roundtable hosted by The Urban Developer in partnership with Nature Based Cities at Westpac’s Barangaroo offices. Billbergia development director Rick Graf told the room that a frequent debate with planning authorities was over building higher.
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3 weeks ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Phil Bartsch |Leon Della Bosca |Clare J Burnett |Vanessa Croll
Great public art is undeniably of its place, thoughtfully integrated into the environments and communities with which it shares a close affinity. Achieving this requires close collaboration between key project stakeholders at the commencement of design discussions—architects, engineers, planners, qualified public art consultants, and importantly, artists.
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3 weeks ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Leon Della Bosca |Clare J Burnett |Vanessa Croll |Phil Bartsch
In today’s commercial construction landscape, a fitout isn’t just about form—it’s about performance. From acoustic control in open-plan offices to compliance in healthcare settings, the interior fitout environment must now work harder than ever. Add rising material costs, tighter timelines, and increased demand for sustainable outcomes—and the need for smarter, faster, more adaptable solutions stands out.
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3 weeks ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Clare Burnett |Vanessa Croll |Phil Bartsch |Marisa Wikramanayake
Sponsored ContentRWC Retail has recently sold almost $30 million in IGA anchored investments, generating a combined 1031 enquiries, reaffirming the significant investor demand across Queensland. Three retail investments—a freestanding Seasons IGA in Maleny (Sunshine Coast), a Cornetts anchored neighbourhood centre in Garbutt (Townsville) and a convenience IGA in the regional town of Childers—were brought to market in late 2024.
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1 month ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Vanessa Croll |Clare J Burnett |Phil Bartsch |Taryn Paris
In the world of private credit, it’s not hard to find lenders that promise fast approvals, flexible terms, and cheap loans. But according to many in the property and finance sectors, there’s one firm that consistently stands out for delivering more than just promises—privately held private credit firm Woodbridge Capital.
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1 month ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Leon Della Bosca |Vanessa Croll |Clare J Burnett |Phil Bartsch
Sponsored ContentCoposit, the proptech company transforming how Australians buy property, has officially launched Ammoze—a groundbreaking deposit management platform now available to developers, solicitors, agents, financiers, and property buyers across the country. Born from industry frustrations, Ammoze was purpose-built to eliminate long-standing pain points around trust account compliance, fraud risk, scam protection and inefficient reporting.
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1 month ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Vanessa Croll |Clare J Burnett |Phil Bartsch |Renee McKeown
In many modern interiors, the living, dining and kitchen areas share one open space. This type of layout offers flexibility, but without the right design decisions, it can lack definition or feel disconnected. That’s where flooring becomes part of the layout strategy. With a wide range of carpets available, it’s easier to zone open layouts, improve acoustics, add comfort, and keep the design cohesive. Here’s how to bring carpets into a modern design with purpose.
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1 month ago | 
theurbandeveloper.com | Clare J Burnett |Phil Bartsch |Renee McKeown |Leon Della Bosca
Sponsored ContentAs developers strive to meet sustainability targets, rainwater tanks are proving to be a crucial component in modern urban and industrial planning. From residential communities to commercial business parks and large-scale industrial sites, integrating rainwater harvesting systems enhances water security, reduces environmental impact, and provides long-term cost savings.
