Resumptions

When government infrastructure projects like roads, transitways or public facilities are in the planning phase, land acquisition is often necessary and homeowners can find they have no choice but to sell their property to the Government. This situation can be upsetting and also frustrating because it can be years between a notice of acquisition and…

With a planned opening date of 2032, the long-awaited Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line will connect Beerwah to Maroochydore via Caloundra and Birtinya. After many years of promises around this project, the first stage has now received the green light, at a cost of between $5.5 to $7 billion. In addition to reduced travel times…

Image: Brisbane Design Alliance It was announced in August 2024 that a global consortium of architects and planners has proposed a $6 billion stadium to be built on the Brisbane River at Hamilton. This is an ambitious project for a main stadium for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics that has been designed to be a showpiece…

As most Qld homeowners have no experience with land resumption, you’ll likely have no idea what to expect if a governing authority issues you with a compulsory land acquisition notice. It’s vital that you understand the full implications and what to do so that you are treated fairly.

The proposed Bruce Highway Western Alternative is a project aimed at reducing traffic congestion. As the project progresses, the Department of Transport and Main Roads may acquire certain properties in the Moreton Bay Region to facilitate the new road construction. Find out more.