Jamie Wade

New owner to treat Gold Coast retail icon to multi-million dollar makeover

An Adelaide business man and property magnate has bought Marina Mirage, which he describes as “the jewel in the Gold Coast's retail crown”, aiming to upgrade the boutique shopping centre to its 80s glory.

Early works kick-off on $199m Queensland roads project

A notorious rail crossing near Brisbane is being upgraded to the tune of nearly $200 million, with early works commencing, including building removals, service relocations and site preparations.

Planned $3bn Queensland mine project will dwarf competitors and employ 5,200

A major Chinese coal producer has plans for a massive black coal operation in Central Queensland, and is currently undertaking the requirements of the EIS for state and federal approval.

$70m aquaculture project has the potential for major employment and food security

 A proposed $70m prawn aquaculture facility would generate hundreds of jobs and create a thriving local industry to keep pace with demand for locally farmed seafood.

Massive employment forecast for Central Queensland mining project

Employment will double at a north-Queensland mine, which plans to ramp up next year, creating jobs for 500 construction workers and 400 miners.

Queensland quarry project passes next phase to EIS

The Queensland Coordinator-General has approved the release of the environmental impact statement (EIS) for a major quarry project and is inviting the public to have its say.

Retail behemoth gets go ahead in Queensland before national expansion

The first Queensland development of a membership warehouse chain has been approved by the state government for a 14,000m² construction estimated to cost close to $50m and situated at North Lakes, north of Brisbane.

Shortlist announced for major regional housing initiative

Three non-government housing consortiums have been selected for the next stage of joint venture between the State Government and Logan City Council.

Preparatory work starts on $262m Townsville housing development project

A national civil contractor is preparing to begin works on a $262m housing development in north Queensland that will be developed over 10 years.