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Major parties must recommit to growth

Both major parties need to re-commit to policy agendas for economic growth following the worse than expected performance by the Australian economy in the closing months of last year (2018),” said Denita Wawn, CEO of Master Builders Australia.

Mar 8, 2019

Modest easing in construction downturn

The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) increased by 0.7 points to 43.8 in February 2019, indicating a slightly slower rate of decline for the construction industry on aggregate (readings below 50 indicate contraction in activity, with the distance…

Mar 7, 2019

$50 million NAIF investment to see Townsville Airport soar into the future

More than 200 local jobs, extra flights and greater tourism activity are expected to flow from a $50 million investment in Townsville Airport by the Australian Government.

Mar 6, 2019

Building approvals rise, but cooling trend continues

“Building approvals rose in January (2019) offsetting some of the significant drop experienced in December 2018 as the impact of the credit squeeze continued to affect the housing market,” said Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist.

Mar 4, 2019

Builders welcome focus on improving industry commercial conduct

Labor’s “Tradie Pay Guarantee” policy announced is a positive step in highlighting the important contribution building and construction makes to the community and economy, but caution must be taken to avoid adopting overly simple solutions to complex problems.

Mar 1, 2019

Review of model WHS Laws Report

Master Builders Australia welcomes the release of the Report of the review of model WHS laws conducted by Marie Boland which has examined model WHS Laws to ensure they are working effectively.

Feb 26, 2019

LGNSW welcomes much-needed building reform

Moves to improve community protection against shonky developers, builders and certifiers is a welcome development after years of inaction at a state level, the local government sector said.

Feb 12, 2019

More work needed by governments to eliminate non-conforming building products

The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group), which represents construction products and materials manufacturers and suppliers, congratulated the NSW Government for announcing a major shake-up of compliance responsibilities in the building and construction industry.

Feb 12, 2019

Major parties must recommit to growth

Modest easing in construction downturn

$50 million NAIF investment to see Townsville Airport soar into the future

Building approvals rise, but cooling trend continues

Builders welcome focus on improving industry commercial conduct

Review of model WHS Laws Report

LGNSW welcomes much-needed building reform

More work needed by governments to eliminate non-conforming building products

Budget should back builders for a strong economy

Construction and dredging tender announced for $127 mil Cairns port upgrade

Recognising business success and best practice

$125.6M in job-creating projects fast tracked to support territory businesses