On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions The Fifth Estate - our view If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere. 3
Election over: Now here’s what we need to deliver greener, healthier, more liveable cities Shaun Walsh, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Greener, liveable and healthier cities isn’t a panacea for societal ails, but it very well might be the closest thing we’ve got.
On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere. On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions The Fifth Estate - our view If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere.
Why infrastructure in Brisbane and Queensland needs an urgent dose of sustainability Queensland is known as the sunshine state and its capital Brisbane attracts 1300 new residents a month, lured by good weather, cheaper housing and a relaxed lifestyle. So what’s happening with the infrastructure? Why infrastructure in Brisbane and Queensland needs an urgent dose of sustainability Mick Daley Queensland is known as the sunshine state and its capital Brisbane attracts 1300 new residents a month, lured by good weather, cheaper housing and a relaxed lifestyle. So what’s happening with the infrastructure?
More jobs in NSW’s EGS sector than mining and agriculture combined The number of jobs in the NSW environmental goods and services sector exceeded that of the state’s agricultural and mining sectors combined, according to recently released research from the NSW Innovation and Productivity Council. More jobs in NSW’s EGS sector than mining and agriculture combined Georgia Roach The number of jobs in the NSW environmental goods and services sector exceeded that of the state’s agricultural and mining sectors combined, according to recently released research from the NSW Innovation and Productivity Council.
What the new garden roof hotel in Haymarket might mean for green shoots in the industry The hotel industry has traditionally taken a back seat in the sustainability arena – and that’s troubling given it accounts for 8 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions – but now there are signs some of the big players are moving in a greener direction. What the new garden roof hotel in Haymarket might mean for green shoots in the industry Poppy Johnston The hotel industry has traditionally taken a back seat in the sustainability arena – and that’s troubling given it accounts for 8 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions – but now there are signs some of the big players are moving in a greener direction.
Sunshine Coast striving for good sustainability goals In a sea of pro-coal sentiments and ecologically questionable development, the Sunshine Coast stands out as something of an anomaly. Sunshine Coast striving for good sustainability goals Willow Aliento In a sea of pro-coal sentiments and ecologically questionable development, the Sunshine Coast stands out as something of an anomaly.
On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions The Fifth Estate - our view If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere. 3
Why infrastructure in Brisbane and Queensland needs an urgent dose of sustainability Mick Daley Queensland is known as the sunshine state and its capital Brisbane attracts 1300 new residents a month, lured by good weather, cheaper housing and a relaxed lifestyle. So what’s happening with the infrastructure? 1
More jobs in NSW’s EGS sector than mining and agriculture combined Georgia Roach The number of jobs in the NSW environmental goods and services sector exceeded that of the state’s agricultural and mining sectors combined, according to recently released research from the NSW Innovation and Productivity Council. 1
What the new garden roof hotel in Haymarket might mean for green shoots in the industry Poppy Johnston The hotel industry has traditionally taken a back seat in the sustainability arena – and that’s troubling given it accounts for 8 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions – but now there are signs some of the big players are moving in a greener direction.
Sunshine Coast striving for good sustainability goals Willow Aliento In a sea of pro-coal sentiments and ecologically questionable development, the Sunshine Coast stands out as something of an anomaly. 1
Election over: Now here’s what we need to deliver greener, healthier, more liveable cities Shaun Walsh, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Greener, liveable and healthier cities isn’t a panacea for societal ails, but it very well might be the closest thing we’ve got.
Sunshine Plaza’s time in the sun Georgia Roach Sunshine Plaza in Melbourne’s west has completed a large rooftop solar array that will not only lower carbon emissions but also shield tenants from rising electricity prices.
Becoming Indigenous: Future cities as a network of waterholes connected by Songlines Steven Liaros, PolisPlan Imagine living in egalitarian village-scale communities that are circular, regenerative, distributed and systems-based. It’s a big vision. Starting with our broken agriculture system, followed by a new economic model, and now finally, what we can learn from Indigenous connections to land.
Why the building industry and social housing are missing the big picture David Thorpe Design decisions in the building industry, and arguments for backing social housing, often focus on the wrong criteria for success. According to damning new research, this is often why projects…
Sydney the country’s most expensive city for construction Georgia Roach Sydney is Australia’s most expensive city for construction according to a recent report by Arcadis.
It’s a climate emergency: forget the election; no time to waste Tina Perinotto, Analysis There’s a new style guide doing the rounds in media: a preference for the term global heating instead of global warming and climate emergency instead of climate change. 10
Dr Sharon Harwood – planning awards winner, with some strong First Nations thinking Poppy Johnston Dr Sharon Harwood took out the top honour at this year’s National Planning Awards for her work advancing the interests of First Nations people in the planning system.
Vicinity Centres and Mirvac celebrated for sustainability achievements Poppy Johnston Vicinity Centre’s giant solar energy program has won it the People’s Choice award at this year’s Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall Innovation and Excellence Awards.
Community Resilience: Engineers need new skills – lateral thinking and an understanding of human behaviour David Singleton The contribution of engineers to resilience has traditionally been limited to their technical expertise. To achieve better outcomes the broader community needs to listen more closely to engineers and the profession also need to communicate in a more approachable language.
um should we have said regional Qld?Tina Perinotto on On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions
Concrete Jungle Junkies State..Feeding the Infrastructure Demands- blindly..Buses few use must run at losses,I lived there 3 yrs & disgusted at em…Erik Li on Why infrastructure in Brisbane and Queensland needs an urgent dose of sustainability
In the North Coast of NSW politicians rather build and fund rail trails than reinstate the railway from Casino to Murwillumbah and then extend it exte…Ian Cleland on On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions
Has Australia signed up to this or a similar agreement?Alison on Revealed: the EU’s Cold War-era energy treaty that’s a gold mine for fossil fuel companies
Industrial and commercial solar can finally tap the grid for big dollars Imagine if you could fill empty rooftops with solar panels and convince the grid authorities you’ve got a brilliant way to feed the solar energy into the grid – without causing any hiccups.
Election over: Now here’s what we need to deliver greener, healthier, more liveable cities Shaun Walsh, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects
Becoming Indigenous: Future cities as a network of waterholes connected by Songlines Steven Liaros, PolisPlan
Community Resilience: Engineers need new skills – lateral thinking and an understanding of human behaviour David Singleton
Fremantle’s sustainable village to inspire with carbon storing hemp, blockchain and electricity to sell
Vicinity Centres and Mirvac celebrated for sustainability achievements Poppy Johnston Vicinity Centre’s giant solar energy program has won it the People’s Choice award at this year’s Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall Innovation and Excellence Awards.
Happy Healthy Offices 2019 – the sneak peek The Fifth Estate We were packed to the rafters yesterday (Wednesday) for our half day event on Happy Healthy Offices.
Jobs news: Cox Architecture, Sustainable Future Group, Evolve Housing The Fifth Estate Cox Architecture is looking to fill several positions in its Sydney office. The studio is looking for a senior lead architects/designers to join the team, including a transport lead (rail…
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Jobs news: Hayley Jarick, Alice Hampson, Tony Chappel The Fifth Estate Jobs movements in the industry.
Western Australia currently top spot for green jobs The Fifth Estate Data from a global jobs listing site shows that Western Australia’s green job sector is currently outperforming every other state.
More evidence that jobs and growth are green – and many are in the regions Poppy Johnston Job opportunities in the green economy are growing in number and variety, with batteries and storage now looking like the dark horse winner for jobs growth in Australia.
CSU Green: Energy Manager Advertisement Assist Charles Sturt University to achieve its resource management and sustainability targets relating to energy, water and greenhouse gas reductions.
Jobs news: Carbon Market Institute; UN Human Commission for Refugees The Fifth Estate The Carbon Market Institute has appointed John Connor as its new chief executive officer. Mr Connor joins CMI from a completed two-year stint as executive director of the Fijian government’s…
Job movements: Evergen, Switch Automation, EMF Griffiths The Fifth Estate Australian renewable energy startup Evergen has appointed a new chief executive officer and managing director, Ben Hutt, to lead the company through its next growth phase. Mr Hutt comes from Slingshot,…
Jobs movements: Equiem, Brisbane City Council, Aurecon The Fifth Estate Prop tech company Equiem has nabbed AMP Capital’s Jon Lesquereux as the firm’s new regional head for the Asia Pacific.
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Job movements: Stephen Conry, Richard Day, Melinda van der Westhuizen, Dr Mary Stewart The Fifth Estate Melinda van der Westhuizen has joined ISPT as general manager, commercial services. She was previously head of property and asset management for JLL in Victoria and comes with a background…
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Waverley Council: Coordinator, Sustainable Precincts Advertisement Waverley Council is looking for a sustainable precincts coordinator to lead the development, delivery and measurement of programs that contribute to Council’s community targets in relation to greenhouse gas emissions, mains water use and waste recycling.
Sunshine Plaza’s time in the sun Georgia Roach Sunshine Plaza in Melbourne’s west has completed a large rooftop solar array that will not only lower carbon emissions but also shield tenants from rising electricity prices.
Revealed: the EU’s Cold War-era energy treaty that’s a gold mine for fossil fuel companies David Thorpe A treaty established in the 1990s after the end of the Cold War to protect Western Europe’s fossil fuel industry expansion into the former Soviet Union countries has now become a goldmine for fossil fuel companies as well as lawyers and investors with vested interests in holding back the zero carbon revolution. 1
Regis Aged Care joins solar and LED boom With an ageing population, it’s good news that more of the major aged care providers are starting to take sustainability seriously.
South Australia’s SIMEC Energy Australia in growth mode UPDATED: British billionaire Sanjeev Gupta’s South Australian interests show no sign of slowing with programs ranging from renewable energy for his company SIMEC’S mining and Liberty OneSteel’s operations, huge solar…
Why GreenPower may not be giving you what you pay for Companies purchasing GreenPower renewable energy certificates may not be as green as they’d like to think. 6
Thinking about starting a microgrid? They’re not all the same The announcement that ABB and Rolls-Royce have formed a global partnership to develop microgrids is an opportunity to put this topic under the microscope. The Fifth Estate discovers that the…
Why the Port Augusta solar thermal power station couldn’t nail down finance The energy policy chaos claimed another victim last week, with SolarReserve’s solar thermal power station in Port Augusta set to be scrapped after failing to achieve financing. 1
More jobs in NSW’s EGS sector than mining and agriculture combined Georgia Roach The number of jobs in the NSW environmental goods and services sector exceeded that of the state’s agricultural and mining sectors combined, according to recently released research from the NSW Innovation and Productivity Council. 1
It’s a climate emergency: forget the election; no time to waste Tina Perinotto, Analysis There’s a new style guide doing the rounds in media: a preference for the term global heating instead of global warming and climate emergency instead of climate change. 10
Election washout: The Greens need to stay focused on the environment The “climate election” has delivered a harsh lesson for those of us who believe that we are indeed facing a climate emergency. After recent alarming scientific predictions and destructive weather events, one would think the Greens would be in the box seat for gains. 6
Co-working is influential and still growing strong WeWork was the focus of discussion during part of the investor panel at Happy Healthy Offices this week, just as new research showed Australia is a hot spot for this office format, known for its ability to practice and influence a greater sense of community and bent towards sustainability.
More proof that climate change will cost us Under the current policy environment the property market is expected to lose a whopping $571 billion by 2030 from climate change and extreme weather according to new modelling released by the Climate Council on Thursday. 1
NSW hears the zeitgeist on climate and sustainability – all eyes now on delivery OPINION: It’s still early days but it’s a move that could well signal a new era for climate change, the environment and sustainability in New South Wales. 4
EUAs get a new name and go national – at last Bank Australia has partnered with Sustainable Melbourne Fund to take the original environmental upgrade agreement (EUAs) program for buildings national.
On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions The Fifth Estate - our view If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere. 3
Why infrastructure in Brisbane and Queensland needs an urgent dose of sustainability Mick Daley Queensland is known as the sunshine state and its capital Brisbane attracts 1300 new residents a month, lured by good weather, cheaper housing and a relaxed lifestyle. So what’s happening with the infrastructure? 1
Sunshine Coast striving for good sustainability goals In a sea of pro-coal sentiments and ecologically questionable development, the Sunshine Coast stands out as something of an anomaly. 1
Election over: Now here’s what we need to deliver greener, healthier, more liveable cities Greener, liveable and healthier cities isn’t a panacea for societal ails, but it very well might be the closest thing we’ve got.
Becoming Indigenous: Future cities as a network of waterholes connected by Songlines Imagine living in egalitarian village-scale communities that are circular, regenerative, distributed and systems-based. It’s a big vision. Starting with our broken agriculture system, followed by a new economic model, and now finally, what we can learn from Indigenous connections to land.
Dr Sharon Harwood – planning awards winner, with some strong First Nations thinking Dr Sharon Harwood took out the top honour at this year’s National Planning Awards for her work advancing the interests of First Nations people in the planning system.
Community Resilience: Engineers need new skills – lateral thinking and an understanding of human behaviour The contribution of engineers to resilience has traditionally been limited to their technical expertise. To achieve better outcomes the broader community needs to listen more closely to engineers and the profession also need to communicate in a more approachable language.
Why the building industry and social housing are missing the big picture David Thorpe Design decisions in the building industry, and arguments for backing social housing, often focus on the wrong criteria for success. According to damning new research, this is often why projects…
Sydney the country’s most expensive city for construction Georgia Roach Sydney is Australia’s most expensive city for construction according to a recent report by Arcadis.
Special Report: Universities past | present | future – Part 2 Here’s Part 2 of our bumper special report on universities.
A tale of two cities: Which one will we choose? This is a tale of two cities. They’re both imaginary – or are they?
Managing Sydney’s industrial land – striking the balance The debate about Sydney’s employment lands isn’t over, with urban planner Benjamin Craig advocating for greater flexibility in the city’s approach to industrial and urban services land to better accommodate the jobs of the future.
The chemical cocktails lurking in your office paints, adhesives, computers, printers… and more There’s a great big yawning gap in research when it comes to sustainable buildings around the chemical cocktails created by our fitouts and furnishings and what they are doing to occupant health. 1
Can algae building technology work in Australia? The age of fossil fuels is drawing to an end, and some believe the 21st century will be the age of the biofuels. A team of UTS researchers are currently working on one promising option – algae building technology – with the hope that it will be the next big thing in green buildings.
On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions The Fifth Estate - our view If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere. 3
Election over: Now here’s what we need to deliver greener, healthier, more liveable cities Shaun Walsh, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Greener, liveable and healthier cities isn’t a panacea for societal ails, but it very well might be the closest thing we’ve got.
Becoming Indigenous: Future cities as a network of waterholes connected by Songlines Imagine living in egalitarian village-scale communities that are circular, regenerative, distributed and systems-based. It’s a big vision. Starting with our broken agriculture system, followed by a new economic model, and now finally, what we can learn from Indigenous connections to land.
Community Resilience: Engineers need new skills – lateral thinking and an understanding of human behaviour The contribution of engineers to resilience has traditionally been limited to their technical expertise. To achieve better outcomes the broader community needs to listen more closely to engineers and the profession also need to communicate in a more approachable language.
Election washout: The Greens need to stay focused on the environment The “climate election” has delivered a harsh lesson for those of us who believe that we are indeed facing a climate emergency. After recent alarming scientific predictions and destructive weather events, one would think the Greens would be in the box seat for gains. 6
On why we need to be at the corner store on Saturday and every day, keeping an eye on Coke News from the front desk issue 436: Election, Saturday. By Thursday the gap in the polls had narrowed dramatically. It was getting close to neck and neck. The bookies had… 2
Everyone just might be a rubbish winner after this election if the promises hold up Many Australians might agree: there’s certainly a lot of rubbish in this Federal election.
Problems and Where to Find them by James Murray-Parkes Willow Aliento – Book Review Some books defy easy description or the usual glib reviewer phrases, and Problems and Where to Find them is just such a book. 3
The sustainable summer reading list Willow Aliento Here’s our list of (mostly) relaxing yet educational books to pack into your suitcase this Christmas break. Happy reading.
Tomorrowland 2018 – the ebook The Fifth Estate is immensely proud to bring you our latest ebook, Tomorrowland: the urban agenda, based on our Tomorrowland 2018 signature event. 4
No Place Like Home – repairing Australia’s housing crisis BOOK REVIEW: Regular readers of The Fifth Estate who have been following our coverage of housing issues – around affordability, sustainability, homelessness and urban planning are going to love this book.
Jellyfish, capitalism and trees: Perspectives on the human-earth relationship Climate change is not a binary issue of believe or don’t believe, whether it is examined from the perspective of the economic system, disruptions in the marine environment, or the impact on trees. 1
Fiction: For the Greater Good Carolita was hurrying down the path to her apartment when she was intercepted by her neighbour. “Oh! They’ve cut me off for the rest of the month! I went O-D…
Book review: The Long Goodbye – coal, coral and Australia’s climate deadlock Diving into The Long Goodbye, a Quarterly Essay by Anna Krien, means buckling up for a deeply personal, highly analytical and multi-layered tapestry of nature, politics and personalities.
On why Queensland’s regional jobs problem is a planning problem for all our regions The Fifth Estate - our view If the climate election turned out to be the hip pocket election then Queensland led the charge. But the issues this reveals are not confined to Queensland. The regions are in trouble everywhere. 3
Why infrastructure in Brisbane and Queensland needs an urgent dose of sustainability Mick Daley Queensland is known as the sunshine state and its capital Brisbane attracts 1300 new residents a month, lured by good weather, cheaper housing and a relaxed lifestyle. So what’s happening with the infrastructure? 1
More jobs in NSW’s EGS sector than mining and agriculture combined Georgia Roach The number of jobs in the NSW environmental goods and services sector exceeded that of the state’s agricultural and mining sectors combined, according to recently released research from the NSW Innovation and Productivity Council. 1
What the new garden roof hotel in Haymarket might mean for green shoots in the industry Poppy Johnston The hotel industry has traditionally taken a back seat in the sustainability arena – and that’s troubling given it accounts for 8 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions – but now there are signs some of the big players are moving in a greener direction.
Sunshine Coast striving for good sustainability goals Willow Aliento In a sea of pro-coal sentiments and ecologically questionable development, the Sunshine Coast stands out as something of an anomaly. 1
Election over: Now here’s what we need to deliver greener, healthier, more liveable cities Shaun Walsh, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Greener, liveable and healthier cities isn’t a panacea for societal ails, but it very well might be the closest thing we’ve got.
Sunshine Plaza’s time in the sun Georgia Roach Sunshine Plaza in Melbourne’s west has completed a large rooftop solar array that will not only lower carbon emissions but also shield tenants from rising electricity prices.
Becoming Indigenous: Future cities as a network of waterholes connected by Songlines Steven Liaros, PolisPlan Imagine living in egalitarian village-scale communities that are circular, regenerative, distributed and systems-based. It’s a big vision. Starting with our broken agriculture system, followed by a new economic model, and now finally, what we can learn from Indigenous connections to land.
Why the building industry and social housing are missing the big picture David Thorpe Design decisions in the building industry, and arguments for backing social housing, often focus on the wrong criteria for success. According to damning new research, this is often why projects…
Sydney the country’s most expensive city for construction Georgia Roach Sydney is Australia’s most expensive city for construction according to a recent report by Arcadis.
It’s a climate emergency: forget the election; no time to waste Tina Perinotto, Analysis There’s a new style guide doing the rounds in media: a preference for the term global heating instead of global warming and climate emergency instead of climate change. 10
Dr Sharon Harwood – planning awards winner, with some strong First Nations thinking Poppy Johnston Dr Sharon Harwood took out the top honour at this year’s National Planning Awards for her work advancing the interests of First Nations people in the planning system.
Jobs news: Cox Architecture, Sustainable Future Group, Evolve Housing The Fifth Estate Cox Architecture is looking to fill several positions in its Sydney office. The studio is looking for a senior lead architects/designers to join the team, including a transport lead (rail…
University of Wollongong: Director – Sustainable Buildings Research Centre Advertisement The Director of the Sustainable Buildings Research Centre will deliver excellence and innovation in research, teaching and learning across all discipline areas of the SBRC.
Frasers Property: Sustainability Advisor advertisement The Corporate Sustainability Team are currently seeking a Sustainability Advisor to join the team based in our Rhodes Office.
Industrial and commercial solar can finally tap the grid for big dollars Imagine if you could fill empty rooftops with solar panels and convince the grid authorities you’ve got a brilliant way to feed the solar energy into the grid – without causing any hiccups.
