April 2019 - Get Building

Skilled migration crucial to housing

“Recent proposals to make changes to the ‘457’ skilled working visa will not address the bigger problem of how to fill the shortage of skilled trades people available to build new homes and apartments,” said HIA Managing Director, Graham Wolfe.

Apr 30, 2019

Developing contemporary learning spaces in education

Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all schoolhouse. Today’s educational institutions aim to provide a different type of space to learn – enriching environments that inspire, stimulate and motivate and address the individual needs of students.

Apr 30, 2019

Property tax revenues highlight need for reform

The latest ABS data on Australian taxation revenues reinforces the need for comprehensive reform of our federal, state and local tax systems when it comes to property.

Apr 29, 2019

Designing for comfort

Australia is subject to extreme weather and climate variability. In 2016, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) noted that temperatures have increased by approximately 1°C each year since 1910. The resulting rise in temperatures has driven consumer preference for energy saving solutions that offer maximum functionality.

Apr 24, 2019

New Fremantle Traffic Bridge funded in State Budget

The Fremantle Traffic Bridge over the Swan River, originally built in 1938 as a temporary structure, is finally set to be rebuilt, creating 1,500 jobs.

Apr 23, 2019

Report finds “chronic housing shortages” in western Sydney

Western Sydney Community Forum and Wentworth Community Housing have launched the Home in Western Sydney report at Western Sydney University, to highlight the alarming levels of housing stress experienced in the region.

Apr 23, 2019

Built environment can drive energy efficiency gains

Greater energy efficiency gains in the built environment is the big opportunity hiding in plain sight to help Australia meet its emissions reduction targets and cut energy costs for households and businesses.

Apr 17, 2019

Melbourne dominates hotspots in cooling housing market

“Melbourne has once again dominated this year’s (2019) HIA Hotspots Report, with 12 of Australia’s Top 20 building growth areas all located around Victoria’s capital,” said HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.

Apr 17, 2019

Be aware of electrical dangers during Easter DIY jobs

Easter brings out the opportunity to DIY, but QLD Energy Minister Dr Anthony Lynham just wants everyone to keep safety top of mind before they break out the toolbox and ladder.

Apr 16, 2019

Weathertex launches Weathergroove 75mm architectural panel

This slim and strong architectural panel is available in two finishes, Natural and Smooth, each creating a cutting edge minimalist look that’s timelessly stylish.

Apr 16, 2019

Construction downturn shows some signs of easing in March 2019

The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) increased by 1.8 points to 45.6 in March 2019, indicating a slight easing in the construction industry’s aggregate rate of contraction (readings below 50 indicate contraction in activity, with the distance from…

Apr 16, 2019

A two-storey home built in double-quick time

A two-storey seaside family home in Somerton Park was built from the ground up in just two weeks, thanks to the efficiency of new building material, MaxiWall.

Apr 15, 2019