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.
Year: 2021
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
David Harrison elected new Property Council President
Charter Hall Managing Director and Group CEO, David Harrison, has been elected as the new National President of the Property Council of Australia.