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The Queensland Land Grab

The Queensland land grab. Why developers are racing to secure sites before 2026. If you’re waiting for the perfect time to buy land in Queensland, chances are you have already missed the boat. Let’s talk about what is really happening… Queensland is in the middle of a land frenzy, and it is not slowing down. Prices are climbing, supply is shrinking, and developers who are hesitating now will be paying a premium later. Why? Because the game has changed. Land prices are exploding. South East Queensland’s median lot price has just smashed $437,000. The price per square meter has hit over $1,000 for the first time ever. Annual growth is a jaw dropping 27%. Logan, Ipswich and Moreton Bay are currently leading the charge. These corridors aren’t just hot, they’re on fire. If you’re still thinking “I’ll wait for the market to cool down”…. It’s not cooling. The year 2032 in Brisbane isn’t just about sport, it’s about billions in infrastructure. New stadiums, transport upgrades, and urban renewal projects that will reshape South East Queensland forever. History tells us Olympic cities boom, and Brisbane is following those footsteps. Rezoning areas equals opportunities. The ShapingSEQ Regional Plan has unlocked 5,000 hectares of new urban land. Meaning more growth corridors, more density and more opportunities for developers to cash in. Population targets are pushing towards 6 million by 2046, and that demand is not slowing down anytime soon. Where is the heat? Here is your hitlist: –       Logan – affordable land, massive growth –       Ipswich – infrastructure magnet –       Moreton Bay – Anchored by North Lakes economic cluster. Other areas include include Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast for life-style driven migration. If you’re a developer, investor, or just curious about the market here is your takeaway from this article, don’t wait for “perfect timing”, it’s gone. Focus on growth corridors with infrastructure alignment and keep an eye out for rezoning updates, this is your ticket to future proof projects. We specialise in future proofing development strategies for serious players in the market. Whether you’re acquiring your first site or expanding the property portfolio, our team is here to help you. Contact EVERETT today to align your strategy with Queensland’s next wave of growth. EVERETTpdm.com   Image Source: Queensland Government | Queensland Treasury

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  • Dan Everett is a Registered Architect (QLD, NSW) and Superintendent (QLD, BOAQ) with a Master of Architecture and Master of Project Management, backed by a Bachelor of Architecture and Design. He holds Development Feasibility Certification and is completing a Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking alongside a Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate). As Director and Development Manager at EVERETT, Dan leads industrial, commercial, residential and mixed-use development projects across Queensland, working with landowners, private developers and investors from early feasibility through to delivery. He also invests in and operates development assets himself, bringing firsthand ownership experience to every project engagement.

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