Queensland

Brisbane building project worth $658m wins key backing for approval

A massive Brisbane construction project has received a key recommendation on its path to approval.

Billion dollar bauxite mine in Queensland gets government green light

A planned bauxite mine and port planned for the Cape York Peninsula has received federal government approval.

New deal will boost construction of public housing in Queensland

A new deal between government agencies will result in a building boom in south-east Queensland, with construction scheduled to begin by mid-year.

Chinese-owned mine giant poised to develop Queensland coal operation

A Chinese government owned corporation has unveiled plans for a new coal mine development in Queensland.

$276m in Queensland road reconstruction work to ramp up soon

A raft of tenders will be announced this month for some of Queensland’s most flood-affected roadways.

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.