Proposed plans to allow apartment buildings of up to 15 storeys in parts of Moreton Bay have sparked discussion about how South‑East Queensland should grow and Associate Professor Sonia Roitman has contributed to this public debate, bringing much‑needed clarity to what is a complex issue
Her comments in several media outlets underline a central reality for growing cities - with strong population growth, we can either keep spreading outward or start growing upward, and neither option is without consequences.
What makes this moment particularly challenging is the broader context. Rising construction costs and increasing competition for labour as the 2032 Olympic Games approaches are already raising questions about the viability and timing of new housing supply. At the same time, communities are asking for clearer information about infrastructure, transport and amenities.
With the consultation period on these draft plans now open until 24 April, informed, evidence‑based voices in the public conversation are more important than ever.
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