Home building industry backs PM in war against Covid-19
HIA is fully supportive of the Government’s rescue package for small business and is confident it will be passed through parliament without delay.
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Planning support for bushfire affected Victorians welcome
“Further support for Victorian’s rebuilding their homes after the bushfires will be a very welcome step for home owners and their builders,” said HIA’s Victorian Executive Director, Fiona Nield.
Population growth continues to slow
“The Australian population continued to slow in the September 2019 quarter, driven by a reduction in overseas migration,” stated Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist.
Housing market conditions strength in January 2020
“Improvements in the overall housing market are filtering through to new home building conditions,” commented HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
5 of the best kitchen designers and renovators in Sydney
Thinking of renovating the heart of the home, but not sure where to start? Kitchens are no longer just a place to cook and share meals. Nowadays, the kitchen is the centre of the home where a large amount of time is spent with family…
Property Council of Australia welcomes government adoption of plan to reduce red tape
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the Tasmanian Premier’s commitment to further reduce red tape in Tasmania.
NSW Government stamp duty relief a welcome announcement: HIA
“The Housing industry Association (HIA) welcomes the NSW governments announcement it will provide stamp duty relief for those people who have been directly impacted by the tragic bushfires that have swept across the state”, Executive Director NSW HIA David Bare said.
Building approvals stable in January
“Building approvals in the three months to January 2020 increased by 4.9 per cent compared to the previous three months but remain 2.3 per cent lower than the same time last year (2019),” stated HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.
What’s trending in 2020 kitchens?
As the heart of the home, your kitchen plays a central role in everyday life. Whether you use this space as an entertainment area, hosting holiday events or simply a place to hang with the family after a long day, the kitchen brings people together.
First Home Buyer scheme support millenials and regions
“New data released by the Housing (Supply) Minister shows that the Federal Government’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme is already helping millennials achieve their home ownership aspirations and giving a boost to regional areas,” said HIA Chief Executive Industry Policy, Kristin Brookfield.
Demand for residential land picks up
“Residential land sales have increased by 45.9 per cent from their record low in the March 2019 quarter,” said HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.
Access to bushfire standard will help with rebuilding
“Today’s (February 17 2020) announcements that builders and homeowners will be able to easily access the Australian Standard for building in bushfire prone areas will help thousands of people impacted by the recent bushfires move through the rebuilding process a little more smoothly,” said Kristin…