Queensland floods raise questions about the 'ethical obligation of planners', industry figures say

In the wake of the floods, some planners are advocating for a shakeup of the planning systemGet our free news app; get our morning email briefingPlanners are calling for a shake-up of their industry and the planning system in the wake of the devastating floods across south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales.As flood waters rose across Brisbane, Brent O'Neill, the director of design at Wolter Consulting, logged on to his computer and asked: "As development professionals, what is our responsibility to ensure we do not put people's lives and property at risk?Sign up to receive an email with the top stories from Guardian Australia every morning Continue reading...