Fraser Coast Property Brief

Send us Fan Mail THE FRASER COAST IS GROWING — BUT NOT BECAUSE OF BIRTHS The Fraser Coast’s population growth is increasingly being driven by people choosing to move here. Forecast data for 2024 to 2026 shows: natural population change of approximately minus 751 people net migration of approximately plus 3,896 people Over the three years to June 2024, the region recorded net internal migration of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney speaks with Trevor Groeneveld, Managing Director of GHG Development, about what it really takes to turn raw land into a finished residential community. Trevor shares his journey from civil construction and infrastructure contracting to property development, including the growth and sale of ITS Pipetech, and how that exper...

Send us Fan Mail THE FRASER COAST IS BIGGER, OLDER AND STILL GROWING How much has the Fraser Coast changed over the past 25 years? In 2001, the region had around 71,206 residents. By 2021, that had grown to 111,032, and the latest 2025 estimate places our population at approximately 122,924. That is more than 50,000 additional residents since 2001. But the bigger story is not only how many people...

Send us Fan Mail Tourism has long shaped the Fraser Coast economy, but what needs to happen next? In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney sits down with David Hay from Staywise Advisory to unpack the future of tourism across Hervey Bay, K’gari and the wider Fraser Coast. With more than 30 years in hospitality, tourism operations, resort management and regional tourism boards, D...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney sits down with Peter Bennett from AFPG to unpack the lending process in plain English. Peter shares his journey from nearly 30 years in policing to becoming a mortgage adviser, and explains how trust, pressure and people skills shaped the way he works with clients today. The conversation then moves into practical advice f...

Send us Fan Mail Why does land take so long to create? In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, host Glen Winney sits down with Kane Macready from Engineers Plus to unpack the real civil construction journey behind new residential land. Many people assume once a subdivision receives Council approval, construction starts straight away and titled lots follow soon after. The reality is far mor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney speaks with Alexandra “Alex” Bagenal from Action Termite Solutions about business, resilience, regional growth and the hidden risks termites create for property owners. Alex shares how she went from chef, to real estate, to running a termite and pest control business, and what it has taken to build credibility as a young...

Send us Fan Mail The Fraser Coast is growing fast, ageing rapidly, and facing increasing pressure on healthcare, housing and infrastructure. In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney sits down with David Lee MP to discuss the future of the region and the major challenges that need to be addressed to support long-term growth. The conversation covers hospital upgrades, the long-awa...

Send us Fan Mail Health, Housing & Growth. Is the Fraser Coast Ready for the Next 20 Years? Guest: Dr Nick Yim The Fraser Coast is changing. Our region is growing, but we are also ageing. With an average age of around 51 and strong growth in the over 65 population, what does this mean for our hospitals, medical workforce, housing choices and long term future? In this episode of Fraser Coast Pr...

Send us Fan Mail The Federal Budget Explained, Property, Investment & What It Means for the Fraser The Federal Budget has landed and property has become one of the biggest talking points. In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen sits down with Natalie Macdonald, Partner at Ulton Accountants, to unpack what the May 2026 Federal Budget could mean for property owners, investors, devel...

Send us Fan Mail Fraser Coast Property Brief – Episode 11  Property Law, Market Trends & Risk – Insights with David Buckley Behind every property deal is a legal process that shapes the outcome. In this episode, Glen sits down with David Buckley, Managing Director of Bell Dixon Butler Lawyers, to break down what is happening across the Fraser Coast market from a legal perspective. You will hea...

Send us Fan Mail Fraser Coast Property Brief – Episode 10 In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest challenges facing the region right now. Keeping and attracting young people. Glen sits down with Cr Sara Faraj, Division 9 Councillor and President of Fraser Coast Young Professionals, to unpack what is driving young people away and what needs to change to bring them back. This is a practical co...

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode of the Fraser Coast Property Brief , Glen Winney breaks down the latest property market data and what it means for the region right now. The key message is clear. Demand is strong. Supply is not keeping up. With median house prices now sitting at $735,000 and up 12.7% over the past 12 months, the Fraser Coast is not slowing down. At the same time, rental vacan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen sits down with Ian Langer from Master Builders Queensland to unpack why housing keeps getting more expensive and what is really happening behind the scenes in the construction industry. The conversation breaks down the current strength of the Fraser Coast building market, where strong population growth continues to drive dem...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Fraser Coast Property Brief , we unpack one of the most important changes shaping the region right now. The new planning scheme. Glen sits down with Ward Veitch to break down what “Building Better Neighbourhoods” means and why it matters for the future of the Fraser Coast. This conversation explains the shift toward what is being called gentle density. Small...

Send us Fan Mail Selling Fresh Air – The Reality of Off-the-Plan Property Sales Guest: John Bone – Win Projects In this episode, we unpack what it really takes to sell property before it even exists. Glen sits down with John Bone from Win Projects to break down the reality of off-the-plan sales across land, house and land, and apartments in Hervey Bay. This conversation goes beyond the surface. It...

Send us Fan Mail Inside Hervey Bay’s Housing Boom – Prices, Rentals and What’s Next In this episode, we dive into what is really happening in the Hervey Bay residential property market right now. Joining us is Kim Carter, Principal of Carter Cooper Realty, one of the region’s most experienced and high-performing agents. With over 25 years in the market and consistent national recognition, Kim shar...

Send us Fan Mail Fraser Coast Property Brief Episode 4 explores how property marketing has evolved and what is working in today’s digital landscape. Host Glen Winney is joined by Karla Gieseke from Karla on Brand to unpack the shift from traditional real estate marketing to modern, digital-first strategies. The episode opens with Glen reflecting on the early days of real estate on the Hervey Bay E...

Send us Fan Mail Fraser Coast Property Brief is a podcast focused on property, development, investment, and the future of the Fraser Coast. Hosted by Glen Winney, Episode 1 introduces the story behind the podcast and the experience that shapes it. Glen shares his journey, starting in Hervey Bay in 1981 as an apprentice carpenter, then building a career across construction, real estate, development...

Send us Fan Mail Fraser Coast Property Brief Episode 2 takes a clear look at what is happening in the local property market, and why the Fraser Coast is tracking differently to national trends. While headlines suggest a slowing market across Australia, this episode explains why the Fraser Coast continues to show strong momentum. Host Glen Winney breaks down the key forces shaping the region and wh...

Send us Fan Mail Fraser Coast Property Brief Episode 3 focuses on the commercial property market and how it reflects the strength and direction of the local economy. In this episode, host Glen Winney is joined by Maggie Brennan from Hervey Bay Commercial Property Management to provide a practical view of leasing, vacancies, rents, and demand across the Fraser Coast. Maggie shares her background in...