$2.7 billion Building Works package signals a return to work for Victorians
More Victorian businesses will hit the ground running with a return to work driven by the Victorian Government’s $2.7 billion Building Works package.
Year: 2020
New home building to contract in second half of 2020
“New home sales have fallen by 22.8 per cent since the introduction on COVID-19 restrictions,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
Alcohol abuse rife in building trades
With an economic downturn looming, drug and alcohol experts are calling for more reduction measures to combat risky drinking behaviour in the construction sector.
Starting an outdoor project? Dial Before You Dig is the Essential First Step
Australia is now in a pandemic with the rest of the world as Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread.
Custom pool fences improve backyard aesthetic
A favorite feature sitting in many backyards are swimming pools. With the sunny weather and people enjoying their time outdoors, cooling off in your pool can be the best place to enjoy the sun with family and friends.
Home builders & tradies are open for business
Builders and tradies remain open for business and are complying with the social distancing and hygiene rules, in line with the latest advice from government.
Nobby Kitchens bring Kitchen Design to your door!
The Nobby Kitchens team understands how difficult it can be for customers to move forward with their renovations during these uncertain times. In order to minimise disruption and delays, kitchen industry experts, Nobby Kitchens, are offering free online Home Design Appointments and Video Consultations. These…
Construction index plunges in April 2020 to record low level
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) dropped by 16.3 points to 21.6 in April 2020, pointing to the weakest overall performance for the construction industry since the survey began in September 2005 (readings below 50 indicate contraction in…
Building approvals remained steady in March 2020 quarter
“Building approvals rose by 1.8 per cent in the March quarter 2020 compared to the previous quarter, providing further evidence that the housing market had momentum going into 2020,” stated HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
Building reforms must not be delayed
The NSW Government must urgently progress legislation designed to prevent the construction of poor quality or unsafe buildings such as Opal and Mascot Towers, Local Government NSW (LGNSW) said.
Why you need a balcony garden
Just because you don’t have a backyard doesn’t mean a garden is an impossibility. And with many of us spending more time at home, there has never been a better time to start one.
Cautious support for fast-track development criteria
Key criteria for the transparent fast-tracking of development and construction to create jobs and boost employment were on the right track, Local Government NSW (LGNSW) said.