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FIA supports National Safe Work Month: Focusing on safety across Australia’s fencing and gate industry

Fencing Industry Australia (FIA) is proud to recognise National Safe Work Month this October, reinforcing the importance of safety awareness and best practice across all areas of the fencing and gate industry.

Oct 10, 2025

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Introducing Gyprock Canto™ Cornice – Minimalist Design with Maximum Impact

Redefining the ceiling with definition and style Gyprock launches the new Canto™ cornice CSR Gyprock®, Australia’s leading plasterboard manufacturer, has introduced the Canto™ profile to its comprehensive cornice range. While minimalistic in form, the 90mm design is distinctive, featuring a stepped ridge that flows…

Oct 9, 2025

Why more Residential Developers are choosing Kleenmaid

Across Australia’s booming residential construction landscape, one name is re-emerging as a standout choice for developers seeking to deliver both quality and value, Kleenmaid. Once best known as a trusted household brand, Kleenmaid has in recent years redefined its place in the market and the…

Sep 18, 2025

Victoria’s Housing Statement – planning reforms not enough

“The Victorian government’s Housing Statement is almost two years old and while a number of significant planning reforms have been introduced the housing target of 800,000 will not be met as homes need to be built and not just planned,” stated HIA Executive Director Victoria,…

Sep 17, 2025

Affordability Crisis Reshaping the Way Australians Live

Australia’s housing affordability crisis is increasingly shaping the way people live, work and plan their futures. With median house prices in several capitals sitting above the $1 million mark, the dream of home ownership is slipping further out of reach for many young families. Mortgage…

Sep 17, 2025

Koala Park could kill off the Aussie dream

The NSW Minns Labor Government’s announcement of the Great Koala National Park has sent shockwaves through Australia’s housing and timber industries, with timber prices already spiking 50% in the last week.

Sep 15, 2025

Policy and Planning at the Centre of the Housing Debate

Housing policy has once again taken centre stage in Australia, with governments at all levels facing mounting pressure to respond to affordability challenges. While schemes such as the expanded Home Guarantee Program are giving more first home buyers access to the market through reduced deposit…

Sep 15, 2025

Demand Outstrips Supply as Australia’s Housing Market Surges

Australia’s residential housing market in 2025 continues to be defined by a widening gap between surging demand and limited supply. Population growth, driven largely by record levels of immigration, is putting immense pressure on the market. More than half a million new arrivals are expected…

Sep 14, 2025

Top 5 Laundry Designers and Renovators in Sydney

When it comes to home renovations, the laundry is often overlooked, yet it is one of the hardest working rooms in the house. A well designed laundry can make everyday living more efficient, stylish and enjoyable. We reviewed over 50 of Sydney’s top laundry designers…

Sep 4, 2025

Australia Facing Massive Housing Shortfall by 2029

Australia is heading towards a significant housing supply gap, with projections showing the country could fall approximately 375,000 homes short of its national target to build 1.2 million new dwellings by mid-2029.

Aug 28, 2025

Prefab Homes on the Rise as Australia Seeks Fast Housing Solutions

As Australia faces increasing pressure to boost housing supply, modular and prefabricated homes are gaining serious momentum as a viable solution. Prefab construction, which involves manufacturing homes off-site in controlled environments before transporting and assembling them on location, offers a faster, often more cost-effective alternative…

Aug 20, 2025

Signs of Recovery as Australian Housing Market Grows in Mid 2025

Australia’s housing market is showing signs of renewed strength, with national dwelling values recording a sixth consecutive month of growth in July 2025. According to data from property analysts, prices rose 0.6% last month, driven by improved buyer confidence and anticipation of interest rate cuts…

Aug 18, 2025