In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat sits down in person with Melissa Neighbour from Sky Planning to break down Sydney’s Low to Mid-Rise (LMR) planning changes and what they actually mean on the ground, using a proposed Drummoyne development as a real-world case study—one of the early projects testing these new rules in practice; since recording, the proposal has seen community pushback around scale, trees, and neighbourhood impact, and is currently still sitting at DA stage with council, where it could be approved, refused, or pushed further as we continue to track how these reforms play out.

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In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat sits down with Matt Hayson, Director of CobdenHayson, to unpack what’s really happening in today’s property market. They explore why some homes are flying while others are stuck, how the gap between A-grade and compromised properties is widening, and what buyers are (and aren’t) willing to compromise on right now. The conversation cuts through headlines to deliver practical insight for homeowners, developers, architects, and buyers—covering market behaviour, return on investment, design decisions that actually add value, and why fundamentals like floor plans, storage, and usability matter more than flashy finishes in an increasingly discerning, two-speed market.

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In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat chats with Melissa Neighbour, Director at Sky Planning, about Sydney’s Fairer Future Plan and what it means for housing, density, and smarter city growth. They explore how evidence-based planning, rezoning, and transport-oriented development can unlock supply while protecting heritage and improving livability. Melissa also shares insights on Propinion, a new collaborative platform helping planners, architects, and developers navigate complex legislation together — offering a fresh, practical perspective on how Sydney can build the cities we deserve.

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INTRO: Rita Mastrantone

INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: Coby Wilk

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