Housing & Urban Development

I want Queenslanders to be able to afford their own home. Home ownership gives people stability, a sense of community and pride, and provides security for the family.



Sadly more and more Queensland families are caught in the rental trap and many have given up on their dreams of ever being able to own their own homes.

Family First is calling for stamp duty to be abolished for all home buyers. We know the government is currently addicted to this revenue, but it is vital that we cut back on wasteful spending within the government to fund the axing of this tax. The ending of the building boost and other such initiatives will help to cover the loss in revenue and I believe the ending of stamp duty would produce more “bang for your buck” than the building boost ever did. (Related story about Stamp Duty)

I have previously commented on the need to remove or limit building covenants to help reduce the cost of building a new home. (Read here)

Family First wants the Government to release more land for housing and make sure the Government invests in supporting these growth areas with the infrastructure needed and that they are made more family friendly. They need to have community centres, which have sporting facilities, schools, shops, parks, gardens, and other infrastructure which will keep them self-sustaining. We also support the communities themselves having a greater say and role in determining the character and development of their neighbourhood and shopping areas.

Furthermore, I oppose the so called “adult industry” that is starting to appear in our local neighbourhoods, and will look to tighten the laws around their visible presence, including reducing their advertising, signage and displays that promote their business.