If there is a change of Government, it is possible investors will become virtually non-existent until a clear policy framework and timeline for changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax is confirmed.
Gold Coast City councillors are under scrutiny after independent candidates failed to disclose funding from the major parties, development lobbyists, and unions.
Romilly Madew, of the Green Buildings Council of Australia, welcomes the government's Smart Cities Plan, but calls for greater emphasis on sustainability.