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Impact of HomeBuilder now evident in housing finance data

“The short-term stimulus from HomeBuilder is emerging in the housing finance data released by the ABS today (October 9 2020). This is particularly evident in the issuing of loans for the construction of new homes and in lending to first home buyers,” stated HIA’s Chief…

Oct 9, 2020

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Record allocation of $2 million for Local Capability Fund to support WA businesses

The WA Government has announced a record $2 million in grants to support local businesses secure contract opportunities, more than doubling last year’s (2019) funding and supporting the WA Recovery Plan initiatives.

Aug 18, 2020

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Billion dollar boost to building and construction

The Victorian Government has paved the way for more than $1 billion worth of job-creating building projects to get started and help kickstart the economy.

Jun 26, 2020

Home lenders show support for first home buyers

The announcement that 27 lenders have now been endorsed to participate in the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme is the next important step in the lead up to the Scheme starting on 1 January 2020.

Dec 13, 2019

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Boost to infrastructure spending will create jobs and stimulate activity across the economy

“Ai Group welcomes reports that the federal government will boost infrastructure spending over the next few years. Extra infrastructure work will create new jobs and will lift demand for the wide range of products and services supplied to the engineering construction industry. These impacts can…

Nov 27, 2019

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Infrastructure fast-track welcomed

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the Federal Government’s plan to bring forward of spending on infrastructure projects around the country.

Nov 27, 2019

HIA welcomes commitment to reduce red tape

HIA welcomes the Government’s announcement that as part of its move to bring forward billions of dollars in infrastructure, it will also be cutting red tape that hinders the progress of projects that are vital to Australian housing.

Nov 22, 2019

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HIA supports next steps for First Home Loan Deposit Scheme

“Housing is a national priority and HIA welcomes the Senate passing legislation that will facilitate the next step in making the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme a reality,” stated Graham Wolfe, HIA Managing Director.

Oct 14, 2019