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ANU puts a new sustainable precinct on the map for Canberra

BVN has created a series of flexible, beautiful and sustainable places which have garnered four wins and a commendation at AIA ACT Awards. By rethinking our places of education and their relationship with our cities, BVN has integrated the Australian National University’s (ANU) place into…

Jun 11, 2020

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HIA welcomes new Director in the Northern Territory

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Luis Espinoza as its new Executive Director for the Northern Territory.

Apr 20, 2021

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Demand for residential land elevated

“The announcement of HomeBuilder in June 2020 spurred demand for residential land across the country,” said HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.

Apr 20, 2021

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Construction tender awarded to transform Mimi Aboriginal Art and Craft

The Territory Government’s $2.5 million investment to transform the Mimi Aboriginal Art and Craft gallery in Katherine has achieved another milestone, with the $2.3 million construction contract awarded to local company NJ Homes (NT).

Apr 20, 2021

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Young workers urged to keep safe on the job

The Victorian Government is reminding employers of the importance of keeping vulnerable young workers safe, with the return of WorkSafe Victoria’s Unsafe is always unacceptable campaign.

Apr 20, 2021

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March madness sees new home sales spike

“New Home Sales were 39.4 per cent higher in the March 2021 quarter than the same time the previous year,” stated HIA’s Economist, Angela Lillicrap.

Apr 19, 2021

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Property industry confidence continues to climb

Property industry confidence levels are approaching record highs as the sector leads Australia’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 16, 2021

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HomeBuilder drives surge in new home building

“The number of new houses that commenced construction in the December quarter was the second highest level on record,” stated Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist.

Apr 15, 2021

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Better care and jobs: Work begins on Wangaratta Hospital

Work is underway on a bigger and better Wangaratta Hospital, which will deliver around 60 new jobs and ensure people living in Victoria’s northeast can access the high-quality and safe care they need, closer to home.

Apr 15, 2021

Have your say on reform of Australia’s measurement laws

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking input on the future direction of Australia’s measurement laws.

Apr 15, 2021

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Five days left for BuildBonus submissions

Some Territorians who have purchased land and signed a contract to build but haven’t started construction are now eligible to receive the BuildBonus, but they need to be quick.

Apr 10, 2021

Construction industry hits record high in March 2021

The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) climbed by 4.4 points to 61.8 in March 2021, delivering the strongest monthly result in the index’s history (readings above 50 indicate expansion in activity, with higher results indicating a faster expansion).

Apr 7, 2021