‘Transforming SEQ’ looks to future

A CITY Deal could pave the way for government-owned land to be opened for development, as all levels of government work to deliver a "better" future for southeast Queensland.

The State Government and the Council of Mayors released Transforming SEQ on February 12, highlighting the need for a partnership between all levels of government to deliver a better future for one of Australia’s fastest growing regions. Property Council Queensland executive director Chris Mountford said Transforming SEQ endorsed many proposals prompted by the Property Council.

"The development of Growth Infrastructure Compacts, has been flagged as a method of spelling out clear infrastructure delivery expectations for the community in line with population growth," Mr Mountford said.

"It could be a 30-year agreement addressing all classes of infrastructure that are foreseen to be needed by a community, along with a ‘trigger’ for when that infrastructure will be delivered.

"Opening up under-utilised government-owned land for development has also been agreed as a clear opportunity to unlock economic activity, create jobs and build business confidence."

Deputy Premier and Treasurer Jackie Trad said Transforming QLD put connectivity, liveability and jobs first.

"SEQ is growing and changing and we know that we have to work together to maintain the great lifestyle that makes this community special," Ms Trad said.

"We have so much untapped potential, which is why we want to ensure growth makes our region better, not just bigger."