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Building greater certainty for investors in the BTR sector

Australia’s build-to-rent sector is growing, but long-term planning is key. Developers must focus on whole-of-life costs, asset management, and digital tools to reduce risk, attract investors, and ensure sustainable returns while supporting housing supply.

2025-04-09T15:50:28+10:00April 9th, 2025|Asset & Facilities Management Insights, Insights|Comments Off on Building greater certainty for investors in the BTR sector

WT welcomes GIICA’s 100 Day Review Report and Queensland’s 2032 Delivery Plan

We welcome the recent release of the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) final Report from the 100 Day Review, prepared for the Queensland Government.

2025-03-31T09:55:49+11:00March 31st, 2025|News|Comments Off on WT welcomes GIICA’s 100 Day Review Report and Queensland’s 2032 Delivery Plan

Setting portfolios, programs and projects up to succeed

When property and infrastructure projects run late, exceed budgets, or fail to meet expectations, the focus often turns to identifying what went wrong. But what if success could be ensured from the start?

2025-03-13T15:38:22+11:00March 13th, 2025|Insights, Portfolio & Program Advisory Insights|Comments Off on Setting portfolios, programs and projects up to succeed

Getting the best from tendering with BIM

A complete and reliable BIM model gives contractors the confidence to bid competitively, reducing added costs for unknowns, errors, and rework while making the tender more attractive.

2025-02-19T11:14:05+11:00February 19th, 2025|Asset & Facilities Management Insights, Cost Management & Quantity Surveying Insights, Insights|Comments Off on Getting the best from tendering with BIM

WT appointed to deliver quantity surveying services for the AFL High Performance Centre in Hobart

Featuring a full-sized oval, training areas, medical facilities, and more, this project is set to become a cornerstone for sports and community development in Tasmania.

2025-01-13T11:07:08+11:00January 13th, 2025|News|Comments Off on WT appointed to deliver quantity surveying services for the AFL High Performance Centre in Hobart

Securing tomorrow’s health infrastructure amid construction cost escalation

With construction cost escalation expected to remain elevated until at least 2027 across Australia, it’s simply not possible for health sector projects to ‘wait it out’.

2025-02-19T11:13:59+11:00December 11th, 2024|Cost Management & Quantity Surveying Insights, Insights|Comments Off on Securing tomorrow’s health infrastructure amid construction cost escalation

No sign of construction cost escalation relief until at least 2028

According to our latest Australian Construction Market Conditions Report, cost escalation forecast to 2027 remains stubbornly elevated, around 5 per cent per annum on average nationally.

2024-11-19T16:57:46+11:00November 19th, 2024|News|Comments Off on No sign of construction cost escalation relief until at least 2028

Key considerations to build sustainable investment returns in the housing sector

As pressures on the housing sector continue to mount, a focus on cost savings alone will not guarantee sustainable returns. To create housing projects that deliver lasting financial returns and societal value, a long-term, multifaceted and holistic approach is required.

2024-11-14T10:31:02+11:00November 14th, 2024|Asset & Facilities Management Insights, Cost Management & Quantity Surveying Insights, Insights|Comments Off on Key considerations to build sustainable investment returns in the housing sector

Jumpstarting the BTR market for rapid results and long-term value

The build-to-rent market could be a game-changer in the housing crisis. With efficient design and construction and high-quality property management, there’s every reason to expect to see its full potential unlocked.

2024-11-12T11:29:38+11:00October 31st, 2024|Asset & Facilities Management Insights, Cost Management & Quantity Surveying Insights, Insights|Comments Off on Jumpstarting the BTR market for rapid results and long-term value