By https://www.abc.net.au/news/jake-evans/8463902
Publication Date: 2026-05-10 19:05:00
Artificial intelligence is being used to speed up the assessment of housing and energy projects awaiting environmental approval as the government seeks to build more homes and stave off a key frustration that is turning voters away from the major parties.
Tuesday’s federal budget includes a $105.9 million commitment over four years to develop an AI tool to guide advocates and share environmental data that leads to the approval of more projects.
A half-billion-dollar package to implement environmental reforms passed last year also includes about $250 million to create the National Environmental Protection Agency.
The commitment is the latest federal budget housing measure designed to transform Australia’s housing market.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers said AI support would lead to more supply.
“Our big productivity gains are all about reducing compliance costs and cutting red tape, making construction easier and faster and making Australia a more attractive place…
