David Crisafulli

The Queensland government remains committed to building one million homes within 20 years, even as a long-term Banyo resident abandons her suburb before a 450-home development there, and fresh figures show completions are lagging the required pace. Premier David Crisafulli has welcomed the 35 per cent rise in the rate of homes under construction in the state, but warned a cooling may be on the way due to federal tax changes. Industry and community groups question whether the target can be met without more workers and a broader vision for social housing.

The Crisafulli government has unveiled its preferred design for a new bridge to Bribie Island, with Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg stating the work should be finished before the 2032 Olympic Games. The existing bridge will be kept for pedestrians and cyclists.