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2021 to be a record year for detached home building

“It is anticipated that almost 130,000 new detached homes will commence construction in 2021. The previous record of 120,000 starts in a calendar year was set in 2018,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.

Feb 18, 2021

Expert tips on adding value to your property and your lifestyle

With access to nature on our doorsteps, it’s no surprise that Australian’s love spending time outside. An increasing demand to enjoy outdoor living at home has turned the humble backyard into an al fresco lifestyle dream. Homeowners investing in this multi-functional space are finding it…

Feb 15, 2021

Be in awe with this season’s must haves

As more Australians are staying home and making the most of their outdoor entertainment spaces, it’s time to consider stylish shade solutions that can extend living areas outdoors as well as keep your home cool and more comfortable.

Feb 12, 2021

New home sales fall as rush to Homebuilder ends

“New Home Sales in January 2021 were just 12.1 per cent lower than at the same time the previous year,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.

Feb 10, 2021

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Construction project to create jobs and deliver homes to remote communities

The Territory Government’s focus on jobs and housing is driving a $27.5 million project to deliver 70 new homes to remote communities.

Feb 5, 2021

Detached Building Approvals Reach Record High

“ABS Building Approvals data for detached houses rose for the sixth consecutive month in December (2020), to reach the largest number of approvals since the series began in 1983,” stated HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.

Feb 3, 2021

Residential Land in High Demand in September Quarter 2020

“Demand for residential land jumped by 27.7 per cent in the September 2020 quarter to be 62.7 per cent higher than at the same time last year, reflecting the surge in demand following the announcement of HomeBuilder in June,” said HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.

Feb 2, 2021

Fencing Awards 2020 digital magazine out now!

The Fencing Awards 2020 magazine is out now!

Jan 27, 2021

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ACT tops Scorecard as Victoria’s record run comes to an end

“In less than a year, the Australian Capital Territory managed to overtake Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania to take out top spot in HIA’s Housing Scorecard Report,” stated HIA economist, Tom Devitt.

Jan 27, 2021

Help Garden Wildlife Thrive This Summer

Melissa King, Horticulturalist and Northcote Pottery Ambassador shares top tips to create a wildlife-friendly garden.

Jan 21, 2021

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Joondalup Health Campus ECI tender awarded to Multiplex

Progress on the Joondalup Health Campus Development Stage 2 Project is advancing with the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) tender awarded to Multiplex Constructions Pty Ltd.

Jan 20, 2021

HomeBuilder the workhorse of economic recovery

The success of the Federal Government’s HomeBuilder grants program demonstrates the power of residential construction in supporting jobs and driving economic activity.

Jan 20, 2021