Fraser Coast Property Brief

Fraser Coast Property Brief The podcast where property, development, and business leaders share what’s really happening across the Fraser Coast.

Each episode brings you insights into local projects, market trends, and the people shaping the future of our region.

24/06/2026

Think you need a full 20% deposit to buy a home?

Peter Bennett from Australian Financial Planning Group breaks down what really happens when you borrow above 80%, what Lenders Mortgage Insurance means, and why buyers often forget to factor this cost in.

This part is worth hearing before you start planning your purchase.

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ

▶️ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

🎵 Amazon Music
https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/e1142884-85de-4d2f-b6b7-dea0377b3d73/fraser-coast-property-brief

23/06/2026

“My friend’s mate at a BBQ said…”

Peter Bennett from Australian Financial Planning Group, has heard it all.

In this episode, he explains why every borrower’s position is different, and why getting proper advice early can save you stress before you start shopping.

This one is practical, honest and worth sharing.

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ

▶️ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

🎵 Amazon Music
https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/e1142884-85de-4d2f-b6b7-dea0377b3d73/fraser-coast-property-brief

🎙️ BEFORE YOU BUY, BUILD OR BORROW — WHAT THE BANKS AREN’T TELLING YOU In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, G...
22/06/2026

🎙️ BEFORE YOU BUY, BUILD OR BORROW — WHAT THE BANKS AREN’T TELLING YOU

In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney sits down with Peter Bennett from Australian Financial Planning Group to talk about what lenders really look for, why pre-approval matters, and how buyers can get finance-ready before they start shopping.

Peter also shares his journey from nearly 30 years in policing into mortgage broking, and why trust, people skills and practical advice still sit at the heart of what he does.

We cover:
🏦 Broker vs bank
💰 Deposits and Lenders Mortgage Insurance
📋 What lenders assess
🏠 Why pre-approval matters
🔨 Land and construction finance
📈 Current market conditions
☕ Why your everyday spending habits matter

If you’re thinking about buying, building or investing on the Fraser Coast, this episode is worth a listen.

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ

▶️ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

🎵 Amazon Music
https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/e1142884-85de-4d2f-b6b7-dea0377b3d73/fraser-coast-property-brief

How much can you borrow, what do lenders really look at, and why does pre-approval matter before you start shopping?Tomo...
21/06/2026

How much can you borrow, what do lenders really look at, and why does pre-approval matter before you start shopping?

Tomorrow’s episode features Peter Bennet from Australian Financial Planning Group, sharing his journey from policing into mortgage broking, plus practical lending insights for Fraser Coast buyers, builders and investors. We cover:

🏦 Broker vs bank
💰 Deposits, borrowing power and LMI
📋 What lenders assess
🏠 Pre-approval before making offers
🔨 Land and construction finance
📈 Current market conditions

If you’re buying, building, investing, or trying to understand what is happening with lending right now, this episode is for you.

Dropping tomorrow 🎧

17/06/2026

This part will surprise a lot of people.

Even after approvals, a 50 lot subdivision can take around 24 weeks to construct.

A 100 lot stage can push closer to 12 months.

That is before people even get their titles.

This episode explains what really happens behind the scenes before new land reaches the market. Engineers Plus

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ

🍏 Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fraser-coast-property-brief/id1886322015

▶️ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

90 Days of the Fraser Coast Property BriefA sincere thank you to everyone who has watched, listened, followed, commented...
17/06/2026

90 Days of the Fraser Coast Property Brief

A sincere thank you to everyone who has watched, listened, followed, commented and stopped me in the street to share feedback about the Fraser Coast Property Brief.

In our first 90 days, we have achieved:

More than 69,000 Facebook views
Over 750 podcast downloads
More than 1,800 YouTube views
16 episodes published

The numbers are encouraging, but the most valuable part has been hearing directly from people about the topics, guests and local issues they have found useful.

Our aim is simple: to provide practical conversations about property, development, business and the people shaping the future of the Fraser Coast.

Thank you to our guests, viewers and listeners for supporting something new.

Please follow, like, share and comment—particularly with the subjects you would like us to cover or the people you would like to hear from. Your feedback helps shape future episodes.

We will keep listening, improving and bringing you more local insights.

Fraser Coast Property Brief — local knowledge, local conversations and a clearer view of what is happening across our region. Also big thank you to our guests so far David Lee MP Sara Diana F***j - Division 9 Councillor Ward Veitch Engineers PlusKane MacreadyAlexandra BagenalAction Termite Solutions - Hervey Bay Dr Nick Yim Hervey Bay Doctors Natalie Macdonald Ulton David Buckley Bell Dixon Butler Lawyers Master Builders Queensland Ian Langer John Bone Win Projects Kim Carter - Carter Cooper Realty Hervey Bay Maggie Brennan Hervey Bay Commercial Property Management Karla Gieseke

16/06/2026

Most people think once a subdivision gets approved, the machines roll in.

Kane from Engineers Plus explains why that is not how it works.

Before construction starts, there are surveys, 3D modelling, earthworks, roads, stormwater, drainage, water and wastewater designs.

This is why land takes longer than people think.

Watch the full episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief.

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ

🍏 Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fraser-coast-property-brief/id1886322015

▶️ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

🎙️ New episode just dropped!The Civil Construction Journey: Why Land Takes So LongEver wondered why new land takes years...
15/06/2026

🎙️ New episode just dropped!

The Civil Construction Journey: Why Land Takes So Long

Ever wondered why new land takes years to reach the market?

In this episode of Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney sits down with Kane Macready from Engineers Plus to unpack what happens after a subdivision gets approved.

They talk through:

• Why a Development Approval is only the beginning
• What Operational Works really means
• Why civil construction costs have jumped
• The hidden issues underground that can blow out timeframes
• Why creating titled land can take 2 to 4 years

If you want to understand why housing supply is such a complex issue on the Fraser Coast, this is an episode worth watching.

🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ

🍏 Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fraser-coast-property-brief/id1886322015

▶️ YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

Why does land take so long to become titled lots?A lot of people think once a subdivision gets approved, construction st...
14/06/2026

Why does land take so long to become titled lots?

A lot of people think once a subdivision gets approved, construction starts straight away and blocks are ready within months.

The reality is a lot more complex.

Tomorrow on Fraser Coast Property Brief, Glen Winney sits down with Kane Macready from Engineers Plus to unpack the civil construction journey and what happens after Development Approval.

They cover:
• Why DA approval is only the beginning
• What Operational Works drawings are
• Where projects lose the most time
• Why civil construction costs have risen
• The hidden issues behind subdivision delays
• What still has to happen after civil works look complete
• Why new residential land often takes 2 to 4 years from concept to titles

This episode gives a clear look at the work, risk, cost and time involved in bringing new land to market.

Dropping tomorrow on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

10/06/2026

Landlords and property managers, this one matters.

A pest treatment and a termite inspection are not the same thing.

Bagenal (from Action Termite Solutions - Hervey Bay ) explains why regular termite inspections are essential, especially when you are not living in the property yourself.

If termites are missed, the damage can be happening long before anyone notices.

Watch the full podcast on your favourite podcast platform:

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XiqMT2vPILvx29FroHNaZ
🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../fraser-coast.../id1886322015
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

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