David Wheeldon . Articles Institute for Sustainable Futures seeks talent to steer cities and building research The Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) in Sydney is looking to appoint someone to lead research and consulting work in the area of sustainable cities and buildings, particularly in the commercial building sector. How to choose the right timber Timber is one of the most versatile building materials on the planet. But too often the material is misused or incorrectly installed, compromising its properties. New $105m Sustainable Industries Centre in the works for South Australia: Baulderstone to build A new sustainable building and construction education and research centre is being built in South Australia. Major tower plans considered over Sydney's Wynyard Station An updated proposal for a $1.3 billion mixed-use tower above Wynyard Station in central Sydney was referred to the NSW Planning Assessment Commission this week. Join the conversation about Melbourne's Urban Forest Strategy The authorities in Melbourne are seeking input on plans to transform Melbourne into a 'city within a forest'. Tasmanian Government Architect resigns: position under review Tasmanian Government Architect Peter Poulet has resigned after three years in the role, with critics seizing the opportunity to call for the position to be abolished.