The Conversation

Protecting 30% of Australia’s land and sea by 2030 sounds great – but it’s not what it seems

You would have heard Australia’s environment isn’t doing well. A grim story of “crisis and decline” was how Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek described the situation when she launched the State of ...
The Guardian

Australia’s land value has gone through the roof. Where does that leave young people who want to buy a home?

The capital gains tax discount helps real estate investors become even wealthier. It’s time to give the young a slice of ‘the Australian dream’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates ...
PE Hub

PSP Investments-backed group wins Australia land registry bid: Reuters

A consortium including Macquarie Group‘s infrastructure unit and a Canadian pension fund will pay A$1.605 billion (US$1.27 billion) to run the state of South Australia’s land registry and management ...
PBS

Australian bushfires prompt conversation about land management practices

Bushfires are still burning in parts of Australia. So far this season, they have claimed the lives of more than 30 people and destroyed tens of millions of acres of land. The ensuing toll on forest ...