Fraser Coast Property Brief
Fraser Coast Property Brief is a weekly podcast exploring property, development, investment and business across the Fraser Coast. Hosted by local industry professionals, the show features conversations with developers, agents, investors and decision-makers shaping the region’s future, with insights into market trends, projects and opportunities.
Episodes
23 episodes
Winter Series E4: Dwellings
WHY DO WE KEEP BUILDING FOUR-BEDROOM HOMES FOR TWO-PERSON HOUSEHOLDS?This may be one of the biggest housing anomalies on the Fraser Coast.Our average household size was approximately 2.29 people in 2021, down from
Winter Series E3: Households
WHO ACTUALLY LIVES IN A FRASER COAST HOUSEHOLD?Population numbers only tell part of the story.The way people live has also changed significantly.In 2021, the Fraser Coast had approximately 47,544 households, c...
Winter Series E2: Migration
THE FRASER COAST IS GROWING — BUT NOT BECAUSE OF BIRTHSThe Fraser Coast’s population growth is increasingly being driven by people choosing to move here.Forecast data for 2024 to 2026 shows:natural population ch...
From Raw Land to New Communities: The Reality Behind New Housing
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 ...
Winter Series E1: Population
THE FRASER COAST IS BIGGER, OLDER AND STILL GROWINGHow 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...
Beyond Whales and K’gari: What Comes Next for Fraser Coast Tourism?
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...
Before You Buy: What Lenders Really Look For
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, a...
The Civil Construction Journey - Why Land Takes So Long
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 ...
From Termites to Tenacity: Alex Bagenal's Business Journey
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 sha...
Growth Under Pressure: Can the Fraser Coast Keep Up?
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 ...
Health, Housing & Growth. Is the Fraser Coast Ready for the Next 20 Years?
Health, Housing & Growth. Is the Fraser Coast Ready for the Next 20 Years?Guest: Dr Nick YimThe Fraser Coast is changing.Our region is growing, but we are also ageing. With an average age of around 51 and strong growth i...
The May 2026 Federal Budget and its impact on the property industry, investment markets and the Fraser Coast region
The Federal Budget Explained, Property, Investment & What It Means for the FraserThe Federal Budget has landed and property has become one of the biggest talking points.In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen sits...
Property Law, Market Trends & Risk – Insights with David Buckley
Fraser Coast Property Brief – Episode 11 Property Law, Market Trends & Risk – Insights with David BuckleyBehind every property deal is a legal process that shapes the outcome. In this episode, Glen sits down with David Buckl...
Youth Retention & The Future of the Fraser Coast
Fraser Coast Property Brief – Episode 10In 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 Preside...
Fraser Coast Property Market In Stats (April 2026)
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.
Why Housing Keeps Getting More Expensive – Construction, Costs & Reality
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.
Building Better Neighbourhoods - What the New Planning Scheme Really Means
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 Neighbourh...
Selling Fresh Air - The Reality of Off-the-Plan Property Sales
Selling Fresh Air – The Reality of Off-the-Plan Property SalesGuest: John Bone – Win ProjectsIn this episode, we unpack what it really takes to sell property before it even exists.Glen sits down with John Bone from Win Project...
Inside Hervey Bay’s Housing Boom – Prices, Rentals & What’s Next
Inside Hervey Bay’s Housing Boom – Prices, Rentals and What’s NextIn 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 Coope...
Marketing Property in the Digital Age
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...
The Commercial Property Market with Maggie Brennan
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 Proper...
What's Really Happening in the Fraser Coast Property Market
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, th...